Social Science Assignment 2 and 3

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Assignment II (2-3 pages) – discusses the effect of the social organizations on the behavior and attitudes of individuals within them, the effects of individual characteristics and action on organization, the performance, success, and survival of organizations, the mutual effects of environments, including resource and task, political, and cultural environments on organizations and vice versa. (See Appendix B)

Revisions from Previous Paper 10 Introduction - Program theory – Define the term “program theory” 10 What is the programs theory - THINK! “IF peers model strategies for high risk sexual activity and provide opportunities for participants to practice these strategies, THEN participants will develop skills in avoiding unwanted pregnancies or sexually transmitted infection.”

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Logic Model - Presented in narrative format. Diagram placed in appendix 50

Identify Inputs 10 Identify Activities 10 Identify Outputs 10 Identify Outcomes 10 Identify Impact 10 Composition 20 Details –Main ideas are clear and are well supported by detailed and accurate information. 5

Organization - The introduction is inviting, states the main topic, and provides an overview of the paper. Information is relevant and presented in a logical order. The conclusion is strong.

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Word Choice - The author uses vivid words and phrases. The choice and placement of words seems accurate, natural, and not forced. 5

Sentence Structure, Grammar, Mechanics, & Spelling -All sentences are well constructed and have varied structure and length. The author makes no errors in grammar, mechanics.

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Appendix B: Logic Model for Organizational Change

Identify the problem, Challenge or Opportunity

New Solutions & Planning

Implement New Solution

Evaluation (Assessment, Stabilization and Continuous

Quality Improvement