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Initial thread post (post first week Forum is open). The first line in the initial thread post must state the topic title and prompt selected for the post thread. With a minimum of 350 words, be sure to address all aspects of the chosen prompt; dont just regurgitate what is in the textresearch the topic on the internet and in the FAU electronic libraries, and include an APA-compliant reference/citation. TO MAKE THE INITIAL THREAD POST, CLICK ON REPLY AT THE END OF THIS INSTRUCTIONAL POST.

FORUM I INSTRUCTIONS
UNCONSCIOUS THOUGHT
 The text [CH 3] presents research by Keith Payne (2001) that investigated prejudice by priming participants with race before they had to quickly identify an image of a tool or a gun; participants were significantly more likely to misidentify a tool as a gun when it was preceded by a black face than when it was preceded by a white face. This study measured bias at a level below consciousness, using the Implicit Association Test (IAT) paradigm.  Are YOU biased when it comes to race, religion, ageetc., etc., etc.? You might be surprised! Go to  and take at least one IAT demonstration test. After taking an IAT, learn what you can on the internet or in the FAU electronic libraries about unconscious thought, the IAT, and why we should understand (and care about) what goes on below the level of consciousness.
After taking an IAT and further investigating the topic, choose ONE of the prompts below for your Forum topic (see the General Discussion Forum Instructions, and the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric, for a complete understanding of what is expected and how your Forum participation will be assessed).

THE IAT AND BIAS. What exactly is the test measuring? Explain why the finding that a bias exists does not necessarily mean that an individual is prejudiced. Make sure to discuss when an unconscious bias might affect conscious thoughts, feelings and behaviors and when it would not. Give examples, if necessary, to make the explanation readily understandable.
IAT CONFOUNDS. How do the test creators control for possible confounds such as handedness or order of presentation (be specific as to how these might confound results and why they cannot, given the way the test is structured)?
IAT vs. ITEM RESPONSE. The researchers conduct the IAT and also ask certain questions for conscious response. How do knowledge gained from the IAT test and knowledge gained by asking questions differ? Use examples from the IAT you took in your explanation.
ANOTHER WAY TO MEASURE UNCONSCIOUS THOUGHT. Describe another method that you believe might be able to assess unconscious thought. Explain how/why the proposed method would likely be reliable and valid (make sure you know what these terms mean, and anticipate possible arguments against your method in your discussion!).
CONTRASTING CONSCIOUS AND UNCONSCIOUS THOUGHT. Explain the differences between unconscious thought and conscious thought (make sure to cover intentionality, energy requirements, awareness, and masking). Also discuss schemas, and explain how schemas are related to both conscious and unconscious thought (be sure to include discussion on the ultimate effect of unconscious content on conscious thoughts, feelings and behaviors).
STUDENT CHOICE. Start a conversation on concept related to unconscious thought or the measurement of unconscious thought and how that concept is related to another psychological phenomenon. Students who choose to do this MUST include at least TWO (not one) credible citations/references that support the new topic introduced, to earn Credibility points in the grading rubric.

The Importance of Recruitment- A Presentation for HR Recruiters
The process of recruitment, selection, and retaining is an important topic in the field of Human Resources. Robert Henemen, quoted in Fields (2012), said All of your employee relations issues and all your human resource initiatives depend upon your people. If you hire the right people you can be successful; poor hiring decisions will cause you to fail.
History
For years, your organization excelled in recruiting the best talent! In 2001, your organization was recognized by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) as a top recruiting company. Unfortunately, however, your organization recently has been portrayed negatively in the news, which has significantly impacted your applicant pool.
Case
After running various statistical analyses, you quickly realize that your organization has experienced high turnover rates and low employee satisfaction scores. Your organization, which was once a recruitment leader, is now experiencing major recruitment problems.
In 2008, your organization rapidly grew due to a large consumer demand for your product. Your organization has been a leading superstore for decades. The company values the concept of providing an economic-friendly and option-oriented shopping experience. Your customers are loyal, allowing your organization to be among the top grossing stores in the United States. However, recently, employee dissatisfaction has been surfacing, which has caused strife in the Human Resources Department. Your employees are demanding higher salaries, fewer hours, and more vacation time.
As Director of Human Resources, you have proposed to upper-level management a change in employee treatment, including raising hourly wages and offering bonuses and promotions for advanced employees. Unfortunately, management did not meet at a crossroads and employees across the nation are leaving the organization, which continues to bring negative media attention. Due to this public outcry, it is becoming increasingly more difficult to recruit hardworking and responsible employees, leaving your stores understaffed.
Explanation of Assignment
As the Director of Human Resources, you need to improve your organizations image and recruitment efforts. Therefore, for this assignment, you must create a recruitment plan that capitalizes on your organizations strengths, while reducing organizational weaknesses. Additionally, your recruitment plan should seek to enhance the employment experience for current and new employees.
Note: In order to complete this assignment it is important that you use National Paralegal Colleges Library resources, such as LIRN and Google Scholar, to locate scholarly research articles, which support your statements/ claims.

Review your problem or issue and the study materials to formulate a PICOT question for your capstone project change proposal. A PICOT question starts with a designated patient population in a particular clinical area and identifies clinical problems or issues that arise from clinical care. The intervention used to address the problem must be a nursing practice intervention. Include a comparison of the nursing intervention to a patient population not currently receiving the nursing intervention, and specify the timeframe needed to implement the change process.  Formulate a PICOT question using the PICOT format (provided in the assigned readings) that addresses the clinical nursing problem.
The PICOT question will provide a framework for your capstone project change proposal.
In a paper of 500-750 words, clearly identify the clinical problem and how it can result in a positive patient outcome.
Describe the problem in the PICOT question as it relates to the following:

Evidence-based solution
Nursing intervention
Patient care
Health care agency
Nursing practice

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. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.