Graduate Programs Discussion Boards Discussion Boards (DB) are a key component of online learning. They foster active participation of learners and dialog with fellow learners and instructors. Graduate-level courses require learners to create original posts to course DBs and to engage in dialogue by responding to posts created by others throughout the course. Original posts and responses should be substantive, and if references are made to the works of others, APA guidelines for in-text citations and references apply. Minimum Weekly DB Expectations Post an original and thoughtful Main Post to the DB prompt. Respond to at least 2 other posts from learners and/or the instructor (Response Posts). The first contribution (Main Post or Response Post) must be posted before midnight (Central time) on Friday of each week. Two additional responses are required after Friday of each week. For DB assignment prompts with a Part One and Part Two, Part One should be addressed in the first week of the unit with a Main Post and minimum of 2 Response Posts, and Part Two should be addressed in the second week of the unit with a Main Post and a minimum of 2 Response Posts. More on DBs At the end of each unit, DB participation is assessed based on level of engagement and the quality of the contribution to the discussion. DBs allow learners to learn through sharing ideas and experiences as they relate to course content. Because it is not possible to engage in two-way dialogue after a conversation has ended, no posts to the DB are accepted after the end of the unit. Learners must demonstrate an appropriate depth of understanding of course content to receive credit for having submitted substantive posts. Typically, this is achieved with 3–4 strong paragraphs for Main Posts and 2–3 strong paragraphs for Response Posts. Deliverable Specifics  Part 1 What do you think are the differences between analyzing the instructional needs of a learner in a traditional K–12 school versus analyzing the instructional needs of a working adult in a corporate or higher education setting? What areas of needs analysis might be similar? Part 2 How might you use the cognitive taxonomy to ensure that the identified instructional needs will be addressed during the instruction? How might you apply the affective taxonomy to ensure that identified instructional needs, in this domain, will be addressed during instructional activities? What examples support your thoughts? Do you consider yourself a lifelong learner? How do you determine your own instructional needs? Why is it important to an instructional designer to think of an audience of individuals rather than an audience as a homogeneous group? What are some ways through which you can differentiate an assignment to move from a general audience to a specific, individualized audience? In your own words, post a substantive response to the Discussion Board question(s) and comment on other postings. Your response should address the DB question(s) and move the conversation forward. You will be graded on the quality of your postings, including mastery of the concept as well as critical thinking. If asked for your opinion, do not simply state that it is a good or bad idea; elaborate on your reasons and argument. Include enough detail to substantiate your thinking as well as your position on the questions or comments.

In a broad sense, an HR needs analysis investigates an organization’s performance problems or opportunities for improvement to those problems. A needs analysis identifies gaps in a system, such as HR. An HRIS can solve those problems and fill those gaps. A Request for Proposal (RFP) is used to outline the requirements for a specific project, such as implementing an HRIS. The RFP is often used to get bids from qualified vendors and identify which vendor might be the best-qualified to complete the project. The purpose of this assignment is for you to gain practical knowledge in conducting a needs analysis, researching vendors, and writing an RFP. Keep the following information in mind as you complete your RFP: Continue with the Hello Technology! Corporation scenario to complete your RFP. Hello Technology! Corporation is a medium-sized company in the technology industry. It would like to implement an HRIS and needs your help. The company has 300 employees in three locations in the United States. The company has plans to grow 50% over the next three years. Currently, Hello Technology! Corporation utilizes Excel and Word for keeping track of employee files, payroll, and total compensation. Annually, the company spends $50,000 for the HR Department for the salary of one HR employee, who maintains the employee records. There is an accounts payable clerk who makes $45,000 a year and works on Payroll 2 days per week. Course Competency: Develop a plan for the design, acquisition, and implementation of a human resources information system. Instructions: Assess the need for a human resource information system (HRIS) that will manage employee information and benefits and compensation for Hello Technology! Corporation. Next, research at least two HRIS Vendors and the benefits and opportunities of each as they relate to the needs of Hello Technology! Corporation. Please do not copy/paste information from the vendor websites. Conduct research using resources from library databases to assist in conducting a needs analysis and vendor research. Then, create an RFP (request for proposal). Address the following in an RFP: Conduct a needs analysis to uncover the HR problems and/or challenges of the organization that HRIS applications can help solve.What elements should the HRIS contain in order to help the company be more efficient and productive with their employee information, payroll, and benefits and compensation system?Compare and contrast at least two HRIS vendors Include as a side by side table comparison. Then, choose one vendor to use. Explain why you chose this vendor over another. Include the Web address and proper citations for the vendors compared. You must provide evidence and explanation to support your decision.Compare and contrast at least two HRIS vendors. Include as a side by side table comparison. Then, choose one vendor to use. Explain why you chose this vendor over another. Include the Web address and proper citations for the vendors compared. You must provide evidence and explanation to support your decision.Use the spreadsheet attached below as your comparison table for two vendors. Your RFP assignment should be 3-4 pages (not including cover and reference pages), in a business professional format, and include correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar usage. Include your completed comparison table spreadsheet as a separate attachment. Use and cite at least 3 credible research sources in APA format. For more information on APA, please visit the APA Guide.

Please answer the following question below regarding the PICOT statement:In mothers who choose breastfeeding (P) will education by nurses who possess knowledge within the practice (I) compared to nurses without this knowledge (C) increase the practice of breastfeeding (O) at time of patient discharge (T). Now that you have completed a series of assignments that have led you into the active project planning and development stage for your project, briefly describe your proposed solution to address the problem, issue, suggestion, initiative, or educational need and how it has changed since you first envisioned it. What led to your current perspective and direction?Please include one scholarly reference printed no later than 2013. Word count 150 min EXCLUDING the reference. Thank you