Tuesday, 13 March 2018

Balsa Glider Project Assignment


Balsa Glider Project
Assignment #2

An APA paper must be submitted which includes the following sections (with headings):
Prototype Description
Construction
Tools.
Materials.
Description
Flight Test Method
Results
Discussion
The second assignment is meant to record the construction and flight testing of your glider. This paper, like the first, is to be APA formatted (to include a Title Page). As before, no abstract is necessary. No reference page is necessary since you are doing hands on research for this assignment. Your goal during flight testing is to maximize the range of your glider through trial and error. This must include a table of measurements of glide distance and calculations of glide ratio. The results section should also include average glide distance and average glide ratio. The discussion section should include your thoughts on the flight testing process: problems encountered, your assessment of the problem, corrective actions taken and projection of your gliders distance when thrown from a height of 19ft. As before, this paper is to be submitted into a D2L dropbox by the stated deadline.

Analyzing Cognitive and Educational Evaluation Report Assignment


Part One
1.Read the "Analyzing Cognitive and Educational Evaluation Report" provided for student. Based on the report, create a table with a row for each assessment. Clearly identify each assessment. In the first column, provide a summary of the results that will help guide appropriate educational decisions. (Do not simply cut and paste the findings.) In the next column, describe how each assessment is technically sound and minimizes rater bias. In the last column, explain why the selected assessment tool is appropriate for this student.
2.In a 500-750-word analysis, advocate for the appropriate educational decisions for this student based on the assessment results, including recommendations on accommodations, modifications, and placement.

Part Two

Using the "Analyzing Cognitive and Educational Evaluation Report,” compose a 250-500-word script for seeking consent for special education services from Adam’s parents. Your script should include a hypothetical conversation with the parents where results of the MET report appropriately relayed.

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT REPORT


                                                                                                             
                                          PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT REPORT
                                                             Supervisory Management


Type of Evaluation:   Employee Name: Job Classification: Senior Administrative Analyst
 x    complete probation     Position #                                                   Employee #
Department: Fire                                                                                                               Division: Administration
No. Of Months 6                                                                                                                                                 

                                                                                                                                                Annual                   Time in This Job Class: 6 mos.                                       Time in the Present Assignment: 6  mos.
                Special

Evaluation Period:                                                                                                            Rating Supervisor:                                                            Supervisor’s Title:
From: 7/2/17                  
To:11/1/17                      


Instructions:

Performance Rating Factors: Each rating factor is to be rated according to the following scale (please rate each job factor separately: one rating should not unduly influence the rating for other factors):

Commendable - Exemplary performance which consistently exceeds job expectations at an exceptional level.

Fully Competent - Performance normally meets expectations of the job.

Needs Improvement - Performance more than occasionally falls below expectations and for which some specific remedial action is recommended.

Unsatisfactory - Unacceptable performance which has received prior notification of needing improvement and which must receive immediate attention and improvement to avoid discipline.

Please remember to rate each of the performance standards as separate and distinct performance elements.  Comments are desirable for each factor and are required if other than a “Fully Competent” rating is given.

Accomplishment of Prior Objectives: Summarize whether the work outcome and/or work behavior objectives for the past rating period were met.  If not, indicate any circumstances that may have prevented them from being achieved and be sure to update them in this year’s objective.

Objectives for the Upcoming Rating Period: Summarize the work outcome (related to the goals of the unit) and work behavior (individual development) objectives for the next rating period.  These objectives should be developed in concert with the employee.

Employee Comments: Employees may comment directly on the form or may submit separate written comments within 30 days.  In addition any employee may discuss the review with the next level of department or City management.









Administrative Management:                                                                                                                                                                    
                 Commendable
                 Fully Competent
                 Needs Improvement
                 Unsatisfactory

Commendable - Works with the department/division head in establishing meaningful
 goals and objectives for the work unit and its staff.  Such goals and objectives are
consistent with and supportive of those of the department and the entire City.  Goals
 and objectives are not only met, but modifications are implemented to meet changing
 conditions and are constantly exceeded.

Unsatisfactory - Unable to establish goals which are consistent with the goals and objectives of the City as a whole and/or the department.  Consistently fails to meet goals and objectives or to implement modifications to such goals and objectives to conform to changing needs.

Comments:


Resource Management:                                                                                                                                                                               
                 Commendable
                 Fully Competent
                 Needs Improvement
                 Unsatisfactory

Commendable - Makes the most effective and efficient use of budgetary, staff,
community and other available resources.  Finds creative ways to not only provide,
 but also expand upon, required services and support within budgetary, policy, procedural
 and other constraints.

Unsatisfactory - Is consistently unable to deliver required services and/or support within budgetary, staff, community and other available resources.  Appears to be unaware of or unable to, meet goals and objectives within budgetary, policy, procedural or other constraints.

Comments:


Personnel Management:

                 Commendable
                 Fully Competent
                 Needs Improvement
                 Unsatisfactory
Commendable -  Attains unit goals and objectives through developing and motivating   
 employees.  Observes classification and bargaining unit constraints while encouraging
 employees to reach their potential.  Provides a role model for staff, including conforming
to normal work standards, maintains a positive working environment and is respected for
 timely performance evaluations and honest criticism when necessary.  Actively supports
 EEO/AA goals and creates a comfortable work environment free from harassment.

Unsatisfactory - Staff apparently feels alienated, frustrated and not a part of the overall City, as evidenced by an excessive amount of grievances, complaints, turnover or lack of conformance to normal work standards.  Little or no evidence or staff development or motivation.  Is unable to meet goals and objectives with allocated staff resources and often request additional temporary or permanent support.  Does not evaluate employee performance in an effective and/or timely manner.  Does not actively support EEO/AA goals and/or accepts a hostile or non-supportive environment.

Comments:




Independence of Action:  

                 Commendable
                 Fully Competent
                 Needs Improvement
                 Unsatisfactory
Commendable - Consistently anticipates problems before they arise and initiates
improvements to procedures without prompting.  Thinks in advance, is realistic,
evaluates outcomes and does not make decisions that prompt crises or have unforeseen
outcomes.  Knows limits and works within them, but doesn’t use limits to avoid making
decisions.

Unsatisfactory - Apparently does not recognize problems and/or is unwilling to deal with them without prodding or before they become crises.  Does not think in advance or anticipate consequences; tends to “shoot from the hip” Gives totally impractical or insensitive solutions to problems, or may refuse to make decisions because he/she is apparently “afraid of failure.”

Comments:



Peer Interaction:                                                                                                                                                                                            
                 Commendable
                 Fully Competent
                 Needs Improvement
                 Unsatisfactory

Commendable - Is both a leader and a team player.  Contributes to overall goals and is
supportive of policy while being instrumental in building group consensus.  Is aware of
and contributes constructively to the overall goals and objectives of the department/division.

Unsatisfactory - Is viewed as using his/her position for personal gain or advantage at the expense of peers.  Tends to break down, rather than contribute to, the group consensus.

Comments:


Technical Skills:                                                                                                                                                                                            

                 Commendable
                 Fully Competent
                 Needs Improvement
                 Unsatisfactory
                 Commendable
                 Fully Competent
                 Needs Improvement
                 Unsatisfactory
Commendable - Demonstrates a full understanding of the technical/operational aspects
of the unit supervised.  Can analyze and deal with problems in the unit and train staff in
 the required activities.  Provides required technical support to management staff.

Unsatisfactory - Cannot respond to technical matters raised by subordinates and/or peers.  Must rely heavily on the expertise of subordinates and is not in a position to train subordinates in work performed.

Comments:







Communication Skills:                                                                                                                                                                                 
                 Commendable
                 Fully Competent
                 Needs Improvement
                 Unsatisfactory

Commendable - Written materials are well organized, logical, complete, yet concise. 
Oral communication is professional, credible and responsive to the thoughts and needs of
others.  Public presentations are effective and reflect well on the City.  Listens well to
others and responds accordingly.  Written and oral language skills facilitate
communication and provide a positive example to staff.

Unsatisfactory - Written materials are disorganized, illogical, incomplete and/or excessively long.  Oral communication is imprecise, unprofessional and does not reflect responsiveness to the thoughts and needs of others, reflective of careful listening.  Public presentations are ineffective and reflect poorly on the City.  Written and/or oral language skills hinder communication and cannot be emulated by staff.

Comments:


Commitment to Safety:                                                                                                                                                                                

                 Commendable
                 Fully Competent
                 Needs Improvement
                 Unsatisfactory
Commendable - Consistently stresses safety on the job, whether in a low risk situation,
such as an office setting, or in a high risk situation, such as police, fire or maintenance. 
Establishes departmental programs to encourage safety and employee wellness, and
actively cooperates with City staff to minimize accidents, workers’ compensation claims
and staff time off work.

Unsatisfactory - Apparently is unconcerned with safety, as evidenced by a high level of preventable accidents and/or workers’ compensation claims.  Refuses to cooperate with City staff in developing or implementing safety programs and ignores safety policies and procedures.

Comments:


Accomplishment of Prior Objectives

Summarize whether the work outcome and/or work behavior objectives for the past rating period were met.  If not, indicate any circumstances that may have prevented them from being achieved.







Objectives for the Upcoming Rating Period:

- Work Objectives for the Department/Division



- Work Outcome and/or Work Behavior Objectives for the Employee






Reviewer Comments:



Employee Comments:



Recommendation for Action:

Compensation - annual increase                                                                                  Probationary Status Recommendation:
                                                                                                            Recommended                                                                        Continue Probation
                                                                                                Not Recommended                                                                      Grant Permanent Status
            Terminate Probation


Next review date (annual, unless probationary or 30, 60, 90 day follow-up required):                          


Certification:

Rater: This report is based upon my own personal knowledge of the employee’s performance and represents my best judgment and evaluation of his/her performance for the rating period.

                                                                                                                                                                        
Signature                                                                                                                                                                                 Date

Reviewer: I have reviewed and attached additional comments as required.

                                                                                                                                                                        
Signature                                                                                                                                                                                 Date

Employee: This report has been discussed with me and I have been given the opportunity to submit comments or to discuss it with the next level supervisor.

                                                                                                                                                                        
Signature                                                                                                                                                                                 Date


Return this completed form to the Personnel Department after completion and employee review.

Balsa Glider Project Assignment

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