Description
In your own words, answer this unit’s discussion questions in a main post (recommended minimum 300 words), and respond to at least 2 peers’ postings (recommended minimum 75 words).
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Assignment Details
Survey research is still one of the most common ways to collect data in the public safety system. In this discussion, you will explore the World Values Survey (WVS). Specifically, you will discuss the range of questions asked on the WVS, explore how and why questions are worded in specific ways, and find questions that have value in public safety.
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The specific steps are as follows:
Review the World Values Survey.
Read this overview of best practices in survey design.
Find at least 5 questions from the survey that you believe display best practices, and share those with the class.
Explain why these questions reflect best practices.
Find at least 3 questions from the survey that you believe have value in public safety.
Explain why you believe these questions have value.
Engage in a discussion with your classmates concerning your agreement with their selected questions.
Discussion Board Reminders:
Must have three posts: A Main Post and two replies to peers.
First post: Either your main post or a reply to others must be posted before midnight CT (Central time) on Friday of each week.
Second and third post: Must be posted on a different day from the first post.
Connect to Content: At least one post must refer to course learning materials. See the Academic Resource on Discussion Boards for help with connecting to the content.
Engaging in Class Discussions: For more information on making the most of your class dialog, review the Academic Resource on Discussion Boards.
Grading Rubric
Assignment Criteria
Proficient Descriptor
Points
Quality of Main Post
Student’s main post meets or exceeds the following requirements:
Responds completely to all of parts of discussion question (7 points)
Communicates content information accurately and/or logically (6 points)
Delivers a thoughtful response demonstrating insights and reflections (6 points)
Connects to both key content concepts and personal experiences (6 points)
/38 pts.
Response to Peers
Responds to a minimum of 2 peers (10 points per response)
Substantive response (5 points)
Furthers the conversation with peers. Examples could include the following (5 points):
Provides additional resources
Connects to key concepts
Shares personal or professional experiences
Contributes new information or perspective
Presents a competing viewpoint
/30 pts.
Support from Learning Resources
At least one post refers to course learning resources. /3 pts.
Professional Writing
Response is well-organized, clear, and free of grammatical and mechanical errors.
Posts demonstrate courtesy and respect for others.
/4 pts.
Total /75 pts.
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