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After you have written your early draft of the Instruction Manual, revise and complete it. Review the Instruction Manual Overview to confirm the exact requirements.

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Save your assignment using a naming convention that includes your first and last name and the activity number (or description). Do not add punctuation or special characters. Use this format for all assignments in this course.

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By now, from your textbook readings and lesson, you should have a firm grasp on the different types of human resource values and strategies that are commonplace in the workforce. From this information, complete the following assignment (this is a two-part assignment):

Compare and contrast the three Sample Mission Statements below. Evaluate them for overall effectiveness addressing what is strong, weak, effective, or ineffective and state your reasons.

Sample 1: Human Resources Mission Statement

Our mission is to treat each person as a valued customer while contributing positively to the bottom line of [Company Name] through comprehensive programming that displays a thorough understanding of all aspects of the human resources profession, including proactive involvement in areas of legal compliance and service that displays an enthusiastic interest in the lives of others. We will continually develop our own repertoire of skills and maintain a balance between our personal and professional lives.

Sample 2: Human Resources Mission Statement

The mission of [Company Name] is dedication to the highest quality of customer service delivered with a sense of warmth, friendliness, individual pride, and company spirit. To our employees: We are committed to provide our employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of [the company]. Above all, employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every [company] customer.

Sample 3: Human Resources Mission Statement

It is the mission of the human resources department to provide the following quality services to the employees of [Company Name]:

• recruitment of qualified individuals;
• retention of valuable employees;
• training, development, and education to promote individual success and increase overall value to the organization;
• a safe and healthful working environment;
• inspiration and encouragement for a high level of employee morale through recognition, effective communication, and constant feedback; and
• resources for administering benefits, policies, and procedures.

These services are achieved through a teamwork philosophy that is inspired through effective organizational skills, proactive efforts, and maintenance of a balance between professionalism and the ability to have fun!

Part Two:

Create and briefly describe a fictional large company of your choice. This is your company and it should preferably be in your current or desired future industry. This company and the HR mission statement you create will be used as a foundation for future assignments in this course.

Use your analysis to write your own HR mission statement for your fictional company. Consider the following questions when evaluating and formulating your mission statement. Keep in mind that good mission statements are short, clear, concise, & brief hard-hitting comments on your mission.

• Why does your HR function exist? What do you want for your customers and how can HR provide that?
• Who are your customers and what can you do for them that will enrich their lives and contribute to their success, both present and future?
• What image of your function do you want to convey internally and externally? Customers, employees and the public will all have perceptions of your company. How will HR help create the desired picture?
• What level of service do you provide to employees and the company? Don’t be vague; define what will make your service extraordinary.
• What kind of relationships will your HR function maintain with customers? Every company function is in partnership with its customers. When you succeed, so do they.
• What underlying philosophies or values guided your responses to the previous questions? Some mission statements choose to list these separately (as core values or vision). Writing them down clarifies the “why” behind your mission.
• Does your HR function’s mission statement describe and support what your company will do and why it will do it (the company’s core values)?

There is a minimum requirement of 500 words for this assignment. The paper must be in APA format (See pages 13 – 15 in the CSU Citation Guide). Any sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations in APA format.

Apply the feedback comments in your written analysis paper. This paper needs to be at least six pages in lengthusing APA formatting; this length does not include images or the APA title/reference pages.

Be sure to substantiate your analysis ideas with quotes and information from at least four academic sources.

These four academic sources may include any of the following:

• Robin Landa’s etextbook,
• Additional readings located under each module, and/or      articles you find in our LLS – for additional help finding research      articles click here to      set an appointment.

In your final paper, remember to consider the effects the visual elements have on the viewers:

1. Sensory Response – When       analyzing the viewer’s sensory response to a particular visual, it is       important to consider the visual elements that attract the eyes. Close       your eyes when considering a visual. When you open your eyes, what are       the first visual elements that you see? When analyzing a viewer’s Sensory       Response, you may consider analyzing at least two of the following       effects:
   1. Colors
   2. Lines
   3. Shapes
   4. Balance
   5. Contrast
2. Perceptual Response – When analyzing a viewer’s perception of visuals,       it is important to consider the audience. Consider who is or is not       attracted to this type of visual communication. When analyzing a viewer’s       Perceptual Response, consider at least two of the following effects:
   1. Target audience specifics (age, profession, gender,        financial status, etc.)
   2. Cultural familiarity elements (ethnicity, religious        preference, social groups, etc)
   3. Cognitive visuals (viewer’s memories, experiences,        values, beliefs, etc.)
3. Technical Response – When       analyzing a viewer’s response to certain visuals, we need to consider the       technical visual aspects that may affect perception. Describe how visuals       affect the interpretation of the intended media communication message.       Address specific technological elements that impact perception. When       analyzing the Technical Response, consider the Laws of Perceptual       Organization (similarity, proximity, continuity, common fate, etc), and       at least two of the following types of visuals:
   1. Drop-down menus
   2. Hover-over highlighting
   3. Animations
   4. Quality of visuals
4. Emotional Response –       When analyzing a viewer’s Emotional Response, it is important to consider       the targeted audience preferences and emotional intelligence. Discuss       what the viewer might want to see and what type of visual presentation       will set the tone for that response. When analyzing the Emotional       Response, consider the effects of at least two of the following types of       visuals:
5. Mood setting colors
   1. Mood setting lighting
   2. Persuasive images
   3. Positioning of search or purchase buttons
   4. Social media icons and share options
6. Ethical Response – When       analyzing a viewer’s Ethical Response, it is important to consider the       targeted audience values and beliefs. Identify any negative messages       about certain ideas, groups, or cultures. Describe and pinpoint images       that may be inappropriate for a variety of viewers. Keep in mind that       your website can be accessed by all ages and groups. When analyzing the       Ethical Response, consider at least two of the following types of       visuals:
   1. Visual stereotypes
   2. Limitations in diversity
   3. Inappropriate images for all audiences
   4. Digital alterations
   5. False representation or advertising

References

James, J. P., Lee, K., Zhang, M., & Williams, J. D. (2017). Ethics and policy issues for internet advertising: Targeting multicultural consumers in the digital marketing era. Journal of Management Policy and Practice, 18(4), 93-106.

Landa, R. Graphic Design Solutions. [Bookshelf Ambassadored]. Retrieved from https://ambassadored.vitalsource.com/#/books/9781337671064/

Panigyrakis, G. G., & Kyrousi, A. G. (2015). Color effects in print advertising: A research update (1985-2012). Corporate Communications, 20(3), 233-255.

Visual communication strategy: Design drawing. (2016). In M. Berman, The blueprint for strategic advertising: How critical thinking builds successful campaigns. New York, NY: Routledge.

Russmann, U., & Svensson, J. (2017). Introduction to visual communication in the age of social media: Conceptual, theoretical and methodological challenges. Media and Communication, 5(4), 1-5. doi:http://doi.org/10.17645/mac.v5i4.1263

The second step in planning a unit plan is to prepare the instructional strategies that can make connections across multiple areas of science content.

Part 1: Instructional Strategies – Science Unit Plan

For this assignment, you will research instructional strategies and describe how they can connect multiple areas of science. Use these specific instructional strategies to support your grade/developmental level, standards, and learning objectives for the unit plan.

Continue developing the “Science Unit Plan” by completing the following components of the unit plan:

• Instructional Strategy/Strategies Used: Each chosen strategy should provide opportunities for independent study, active inquiry, collaboration, and/or supportive interaction in the elementary classroom. Use a combination of instructional strategies that are best suited for each lesson and student.
• Summary of Instruction and Activities: Write a brief summary of instruction, activities, and learning content of each lesson to connect students’ prior knowledge to key science concepts through application of major standards-based concepts and modes of inquiry.

The details of the “Science Unit Plan” will continue to be fully developed and revised throughout the duration of the course, culminating in a complete unit plan due in Topic 5.

Part 2: Reflection

In 250-500 words, summarize and reflect on the process of continuing your unit plan and deciding on instructional strategies that best complement your standards, learning objectives, and lesson plan. How do your instructional strategies promote critical thinking and problem solving skills? Explain how you will use this process in your future professional practice.

Support your reflection with at least two scholarly resources.

Submit the “Science Unit Plan” and reflection as one deliverable.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

The unit plan will be aligned to state content standards, in the areas of science and health (fitness, body, physical activity, emotional, and/or motor skills), along with a minimum of two of the following content disciplines:

• Scientific Method
• Physical Science
• Life Science
• Earth and Space
• Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science

Part 1: Title, Rationale, Standards, Learning Objectives, Vocabulary

The planning process, which includes defining the structure and selecting a theme that encompasses multiple areas of science in one unit, is the first step in preparing a unit plan.

When planning your unit plan, identify which concepts in science can overlap from one lesson to another. You could have more than one standard from different areas of science in each lesson.

Select a K-8 grade level and use the “Science Unit Plan” template to guide you through the   necessary steps and components.

For this assignment, complete the following components in the “Science Unit Plan” template:

• Lesson Title, Brief Summary, and Rationale: Summarize and provide a rationale as to how each lesson can overlap multiple areas of science in one lesson and the scope/intent of the lesson.
• State-Specific Standards: List the specific grade-level standards that teach and assess science content areas.
• Learning Objectives: Write learning objectives specific to your state standards and the lesson.
• Vocabulary: Include the appropriate academic language and vocabulary that is appropriate to each lesson.

The details of the “Science Unit Plan” will continue to be fully developed and revised throughout the duration of the course, culminating in a complete unit plan due in Topic 5.