Communatarism" in Great Britain and the "French Republican model" of integration: With which method should the public policies be controlled while dealing with a multicultural society

Political science   |   Political science   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The issues of national identity, citizenship and multiculturalism are definitely in the middle of nowadays debates. In his work, John Rex develops the approach that the development of multiculturalism policies might diminish tensions between...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Historical comparative perspective between two models: The English Communautarism versus the French republican model of integration. The French republican model of integration from the Jacobin origins to his current application. The...»

How can the change in demand following an increase in the price of goods can be broken into a substitution effect and an income effect?

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «We expect people to change their consuming behaviour when the price of a good change, but on what is this change going to be based on? Preferences are determined by the tastes of a person, so they do not depend on the person's real income. If the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The substitution effect . New budget constraint . The indifference curve . Calculating the effect of the substitution effect. Conclusion. Bibliography ....»

How (if at all) do you know that you are not dreaming?

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «One big philosophical question is to know whether we know anything or not. Knowing in a sense is quite different from its everyday use. As a matter of fact everyone claims to know various things all the time, but the conditions that are required to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The causal theory of knowledge . The conditional theory of knowledge. Nozick's argument about closest possible worlds. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

The French cultural exception: Exception or exclusion?

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «In a bit more than one decade, culture has become a crucial issue of the globalization process. In fact, the IT revolution along with the development of transport, the increase of the international commercial exchanges and foreign investments, and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The emergence of the 'cultural exception'. Global context of the cultural industry. Historical background . L'exception culturelle francaise. 'Cultural exception' and 'exception française'. The political implementation. From...»

Comparison between the economic cycles and the growth rates in the USA and France

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «The business cycle is a constant in all the world economies since the Industrial Revolution occurred. By "business cycle", we mean the fluctuations of the growth rate of the economy, which always works on the "Peak - Recession - Trough - Recovery"...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The French and the American cycles. A look into the Kondratiev cycle. Analysis of the Juglar cycle . The combination of Kondratiev's and Schumpeterian theories . Conclusion. Bibliography ....»

Reflection on a discourse by Tony Blair to the American Congress

Political science   |   Political science   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Tony Blair addressed a discourse to the congress of the United States of America (USA) on July, 17th, 2003. It is a political text strongly related to the political context at that point of time, which I will discuss later on. The discourse can be...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The failure of UK and US to follow the diplomatic path. The attack by Al Qaida . The absolutist approach . Employing the term 'universal values'. Conclusion. Footnotes....»

To what extent is Brazil and its development typical of a country of South America?

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «In 1952 when the demographer Alfred Sauvy first used the expression "Third World" in an article titled "Three worlds, one planet" to designate the poor, recently decolonized countries or those due to soon break free of their colonized past, this new...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The classification of a nation in the south. Classification of nations. Demographic explosion which every nation . Reasons for the population boom. The end of the massive rural exodus in Brazil. Uncomfortable characteristics of...»

The diplomacy of Vichy: June 1940 to November 1942

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «The history of Vichy has been subjected to heated controversies since 1945. In the years that followed the liberation, most historians and politicians alleged that France had resisted to the German, and developed a myth, the "Resistantialisme". This...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. New policy implemented by Laval in 1940 . The French position towards the Germans . Desire to fight against the Germans. The defeat of France. The relations between London and Vichy . Modernization of the French Naval Army. Plan to...»

"Laundry Terror": The laundries in Sweden

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «For most exchange students their first experience in the laundry room is one of confusion and bewilderment. What is the sign up sheet for? It is only after we are taught by someone that we are able to adhere by the laundry rules. There was one story...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The experiment. Analysis of the situation. Comparison with the home countries. Conclusion. Indicative bibliography....»

Karen E. Smith "European Union Foreign Policy in a Changing World"

Political science   |   European union   |   Book review   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «European Union Foreign Policy in a Changing World provides a clear introduction to the complexities of the contemporary European Union foreign policy, and offers a comprehensive and a distinctive perspective on the nature of the European Union's...»

Synopsis abstract : «General overview. The promotion of human rights and the promotion of democracy and good governance . Political conditionality . Diplomatic instruments . Conclusion and criticism....»

Newsweek's coverage of the news in Africa: (November 2006 - January 2007)

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Newsweek is an American weekly magazine of news and commentary, published in New York City. In 2005, the magazine reported a national audience of more than 20 million; worldwide, its audience numbered almost 26 million in more than 190 countries....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Leading role played in covering the issue of racial diversity in the U.S. Topics in newsweek. Coverage of the elections in the Democratic Republic of Congo . Chinese investments in Africa. Article about Somalia. Con...»

Women, Algerians and enemies

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Victims told their stories to the Truth Commission while, in another hall, in other time, perpetrators explained their deeds. During the Algerian War (1954-1962), called "the war of independence", French soldiers raped many Algerian women, but this...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The Algerian war. The beginning of the war for national liberation. Violence against the women . A look into brutality of the war. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

A discussion on the efficiency of a Regional instrument: The Cartagena Declaration

Political science   |   Political science   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The events which disturbed South America started in the 70's and during the period 1975-1982 for Central America. Encouraged by the reversal of power of general Pinochet in Chili on September the 11th in 1973, other countries of the South American...»

Synopsis abstract : «...»

Human Rights in China since the Tiannemen incident in 1989

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «On June 4th 1989, Deng Xiaoping and nine other members of the permanent Comity commanded the Prime Minister Li Peng to repress the occupation of Tiannenmen square by millions of students. Actually, this manifestation had started on the2nd of April ...»

Synopsis abstract : «...»

The European Union (EU) and Mercosur

Political science   |   European union   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «"The objectives of this Agreement shall be to strengthen the existing relations between the Parties and to prepare conditions enabling an interregional association to be created. To these ends, the Agreement covers trade and economic matters,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Shared values and common interests . Multilateralism and a common attitude . Inter-regionalism . The economic aspect . Conclusion. Bibliography....»

The Alliance Theater : A case study

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Research papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   54 pages
Document abstract : «Team Alliance initial objective is to focus on the key points that would help us gain more knowledge regarding the motivations and decision-making processes of the Alliance Theatre's 18-35 year old target market. Currently, Alliance Theatre's...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary. Meeting with the client. Project description. Play description: Cuttin' up. Play description: Glengarry Glen Ross. Target market descriptio. The five C's: Company. The five C's: Competition . The five C's: Customers. The five C's:...»

The foreign policy of Théophile Delcassé and the construction of a French alliance network

Political science   |   International relations   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «In the beginning of the 20th century, France appeared to be a great and a powerful nation in Europe. She had two main preoccupations concerning her foreign policy: on one hand France wanted to reinforce and expand her colonial Empire; on the other...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Two different people. Degas: (1834-1917). Hopper: (1882-1967). Why studying them together and how?. An influence hidden behind big differences. Big differences. An undeniable influence of Degas in Hopper's...»

Robert Kagan, "Of Paradise and Power, America and Europe in the New World Order"

Political science   |   Political science   |   Book review   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Robert Kagan's Of Paradise and Power was published in January 2003. The book is in fact an extension of the author's article "Power and Weakness" which appeared in the Policy Review in June 2002. In his book, Kagan presents a very interesting point...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Europe's safety after World War 2. Kagan's objective . Change in position in international stage. Kagan's thesis about the disparity of power between Europe and America . The US and European foreign policies in recent years. The...»

Incidents in the life of a slave girl, by Harriet Jacobs

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Book review   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The novel Incidents in the life of a slave girl is an autobiography written by Harriet Jacobs in 1861. In this book, she relates various events of the life she had when she was a slave in South Carolina. She confides in the reader and gives details...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. A bildungsroman. The narrative of a life. Formation. The character confronted with her environment. A female narrative . The slave life through the prism of a woman's eyes. The maternal instinct. The relation between the author, the...»

Knowledge management at Siemens Spain

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «In this case of Siemens Spain, we can discover how a global company set up a knowledge management strategy to increase their benefits. This case is based on real information and explains how Siemens tried to find the best solution to share ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Basic problem. Difficulties in improving the abilities of the employees. Typical process for the problems faced by Siemens. Creation of a workgroup . Investment in tools. Evaluation and evolution . Recommendation and...»

International business law (2006)

Law & contracts   |   Business law   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «In most parts of the developed countries the economy is regulated through liberal systems. A liberal system means that there exists open markets and competition over these markets. States and governments are not the leaders of these markets. They...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The liberal market. Trusts and monopolies. The Microsoft case. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Global warming

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Presentation   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «In today's society, environmental issues have an important impact on business and industrial decisions and are becoming part and parcel of economics. We live in scorching summers, the winters seem to be milder from year to year, and the seasons seem...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Recommendations and precautionary measures. Limits. Conclusion. Sources. Vocabulary. Articles....»

Managing people in a cross-cultural context

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «My company, REN, is a small company headquartered in Copenhagen. It is a new Japanese owned event company. It employs 50 people. The company has experienced problems with team building during its previous events because of the multinational nature...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Summary. Meaning of a team. Creation of formal work groups. Things to be considered when building a team. Cross cultural environment and teams. The effectiveness of a team. Meaning of culture. Importance of culture. Hofstede's four...»

An in-depth analysis of the role of the Brazilian state in its economic development

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The third world is a subject which has caused much ink. Several features can be found as economic problems, political instability, authoritarian regimes. However, some countries as the tigers (South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore and Hong-Kong) succeed in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Brazil state building . The breaking point in international trade. Collapsing of Hapsburg model . Lack of autonomy . The authoritarian bureaucracy . Modification of economic system . Initial point of Brazil's economic downturn...»

Cross cultural management (2006)

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Thanks to the new communication technologies of the 20th century, big firms have moved from local or national market to international markets. Most of the important national firms have perceived foreign markets as new opportunities to increase their...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. PSA: An analysis of the French multinational firm. The introduction of PSA in Chinese market. Demographical researches . Market study. The quality of the products. Conclusion. Bibliograph...»

Buying cakes and sodas for a party in an orphanage in Cambodia with a very limited budget

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «In November 2006, I went to Cambodia for 2 months as a volunteer for a French NGO called ASPECA Enfants d'Asie. I spent more than one month in one orphan center in Battambang in the north west of Cambodia, not far from the border with Thailand. My...»

Synopsis abstract : «The context. The negotiation. Distributive bargaining. Integrative Negotiation. Analysis of the strategies used by both sides. Relationship and outcome concerns. Tactics. The opposite relation BATNA / Time. If I were to do this negotiation again,...»

Concentration/evaporation of the juices

Science & technology   |   Physics & chemistry   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The fruit juice processing industry is one of the world's major agro-based businesses. Orange juice dominates in juice trade worldwide. Juice is a liquid that is naturally contained in vegetable or fruit tissue. Juice may be supplied in concentrate...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Why concentrate a juice?. Fruit juice technology. Preserving. Thermal processing. Non thermal processing. Juices concentration by evaporation. Principles. Principles of recovery volatile compounds. Evaporators for fruit juice...»

The African Union and the Darfur crisis: Stakes, results and prospects

Political science   |   Political science   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «Since the independence of Sudan in 1956, Darfur, situated in the western part of the country, has been confronted with numerous and violent conflicts. The actual crisis in the region began in February 2003 and opposed originally the non-Arab rebels...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Peacemaking in Darfur: An important stake for the African Union. The African Union as the principal governmental actor in Darfur. A major stake for the African Union. The African Union Mission in Sudan: A too ambitious operation for...»

Tobacco marketing in the contemporary world

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «After being brought back from the New World it was cultivated first in Portugal during the 16th century, then tobacco gradually become a product of mass consumption all around the world, passing from the status of a medicinal plant at the beginning...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The changes of mentalities: A matter of public health. Tobacco kills. Responsible firms. Marketing facing the change in mentalities. Advertising before the new legislation. Nonetheless, advertising has become far more restricted by new...»

Global business and innovation: The case of Belgacom TV

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   14 pages
Document abstract : «In the general context of globalization, "innovation is the key element in providing aggressive top-line growth and for increasing bottom-line results". This is deeply anchored in the companies' daily life and golden rule of success. Programs of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction to Belgacom TV. Overview of the company . Belgacom's philosophy of innovation. Theoretical approach of 'Belgacom TV' innovation. Presentation of Belgacom TV. Motivation and process behind Belgacom TV. Theoretical reason to...»

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