Sexual Deviance

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   12/07/2007   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «These days it almost seems as though the internet is synonymous with pornography. When the internet is mentioned on television, there is usually pornography displayed or mentioned. One reason why internet pornography is so popular is because the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Sexual deviance. The internet and sexual deviance. Pornography. Child pornography. Sociological explanations. Conclusion. Works cited....»

North, by Seamus Heaney

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Term papers   |   12/11/2007   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «In 1975, Seamus Heaney came out with his fourth book of poetry, North. Although the third volume, "Wintering Out" foreshadows many of the same themes, it is North, according to several critics that develops these themes, and establishes a turning...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Heaney's profound sense of metaphor . The experience of returning to the North. Seamus Deane's review of Heaney's objective. A theme that is present through out the book . The final lines of 'Kinship'. The voice of the woman . The...»

Karl Marx and Immanuel Kant on the Improvement of Society

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Term papers   |   12/11/2007   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «n the Preface to Ecce Homo, Nietzsche writes, "The last thing I should promise would be to "improve" mankind." Although it was not Nietzsche's aim to improve life for the majority, it was the main focus of many of the writings of his predecessors...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Kant's ideal government . Kant's focus. The mention of nature having a purpose and a direction. This plight of 'real man'. True communism. Conclusion....»

"With their tongues cocked and loaded:"The power of language and dialect in Zora Neale Hurston's Their Eyes Were Watching God

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Term papers   |   12/11/2007   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Zora Neale Hurston was a cultural anthropologist for her own culture. She spent much of her life recording the stories and saying of the people around her, both in Harlem and abroad in the American South. She poured her energy into representing...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The affront of words . The use of metaphor and simile . The Ebonics spoken in the US . The exchanges between Janie and Joe . Hurston's use of dialect . Conclusion. Works consulted....»

The Tyranny of Real Time and the Intensification of the Spectacle

Political science   |   Political science   |   Term papers   |   12/11/2007   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «While screening clips of American soldiers fighting in Iraq and analysis of the "insurgency" spews forth from the mouth of an "expert" on the conflict, Fox News's scrolling news ticker reports Homeland Security's terrorist alert level on loop,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Today's global society.. The medias barrage on humanity with images and words.. Psychologically constraining individual critical abilities.. The consistent stream of information.. The cultural and economic homogenization of cities.. The structure of...»

Roadblocks, Forces and Reform in Egyptian Politics

Political science   |   Political science   |   Term papers   |   12/11/2007   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The 2005 elections deemed to be promising for Egypt. Hosni Mubarak had himself claimed to come "out of my full conviction of the need to consolidate efforts for more freedom and democracy." The "reform" agenda had been initiated by the President...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Potential for change. The forces. Islam. Class. The Judiciary. Regional context. The roadblocks. Violence. Voter fraud. Security forces. Solutions for reform. Legal reform. Reshaping the political elite. Empowering women. Labor...»

Advanced Communication Theory Midterm

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Term papers   |   12/11/2007   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Communication is an omnipresent concept that traverses all aspects of an individual's life. However, when asked exactly what communication encompasses or how to define it, even communication scholars are left perplexed or overwhelmed at the varying...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Craig's first tradition. The semiotic tradition. Craig's focus on the phenomenological tradition of communication. Craig's constitutive metamodel . The conceptual thread that runs between the traditions. Obstacles to examining the...»

Effective Media Strategies

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Term papers   |   12/11/2007   |   .doc   |   18 pages
Document abstract : «In determining the five most critical aspects of a media strategy, our group immediately noticed that there was correlation between the question asked and a portion of our class notes. In class on October 15, 2007, Dr. Parrish-Sprowl identified what...»

Synopsis abstract : «Goal. Determining possible media. Teories that have shaped the way we understand the effects of media. Agenda-setting. Framing. Priming. Define the audience. Budget. Plan, timeline, and management....»

Multisource 2

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   12/11/2007   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Anybody who has seen a domesticated animal wandering through a neighborhood, fallen dead alongside a busy road, or watched as a lost pet notice goes unanswered has witnessed many of the effects of a poor animal shelter system. Those who have adopted...»

Synopsis abstract : «Euthanization of animals in shelters. Combating overcrowding in shelters and problems with stray populations. Long-term reduction efforts. Population explosions. Agreeing with the intentions of the NACA's mission. Conclusion. Works cited....»

The effects of fraternities on American history

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   School essay   |   12/12/2007   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «At some point in history, man found a way to bond with his fellow man, in an exclusive grouping system with organization and benefits. Whether it is early man as a clan or primitive humans staying together for safety and food, humans are drawn...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. What is so appealing about fraternal orders?. Masons in the government . Fraternities and sororities in colleges. The ideals of brotherhood. Conclusion. Works cited....»

Effects of Road Salt on Germination and Growth

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Research papers   |   12/17/2007   |   .pdf   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «This report examined the effects of road salt in relation to growth and germination in the Brassica rapa, a common turnup flower. The initial questions considered if the salt would actually affect the growth. There were four groups of plants which...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract. Introduction. Materials and methods section. Results. Discussion. Acknowledgment. References....»

The importance of leadership pattern in strategy implementation

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Research papers   |   12/17/2007   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Within the context of democratic leadership, organizational members are both allowed and desired to participate in the decision making process shifting strategic planning from being the sole liability of the leader to be a shared organizational...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract. Introduction. The continuum of leadership behavior. Authoritative leadership. Democratic leadership. Leadership and cognition . Conclusions. References ....»

Ignorance is a Blight

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   School essay   |   12/18/2007   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Ever since modern humans have formed a cohesive society, they have slowly removed themselves from being manipulated by their surroundings, to being in direct control of the surrounding environment. One form of this control is the use of pesticides...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. How we harm ourselves. The ideal of ignorance. Reducing the use of chemicals. What caused our ignorance towards our planet. Works cited....»

Correct and Incorrect research Design: How to Supply the Best Results

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Research papers   |   12/18/2007   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «In a case study of the mental and physical effects of second-hand smoke on pregnant women, it would be understandably ineffective to use a single test group comprised entirely of women in their second trimester. This is because, when you are...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Case study conducted by Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning in New Jersey. Summary of the results. Conclusion. ....»

Research on Whether Fingerprint Detection Technology Can Benefit by Use of Micro-X-Ray Fluorescence Techniques

Law & contracts   |   Criminal law   |   Research papers   |   12/19/2007   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «Fingerprint identification is one of the most common and often used forensic tools worldwide. It has been used globally by government agencies for the past 100 years, outperforming DNA and all other systems combined to identify and catch criminals....»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary. Introduction. Research methods. Results. Conclusion. Glossary. Appendix. References ....»

International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY)

Political science   |   International relations   |   Research papers   |   12/19/2007   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «This year, December 10, 2007 is a day of many important deadlines. Not only is it the day the independence of Kosovo is said to be decided, but it is also the date by which the handover of Ratko Mladic to the ICTY is supposed to occur. Both of...»

Synopsis abstract : «The ICTY. Precedent presented by ICTY for international relations. Other problems with ICTY. Support for ICTY. Republican Liberalist view. Costs. The lack of power exhibited by the ICTY. Failures of the ICTY. Effectiveness. Works cited....»

The CCR5-Delta 32 Genetic Mutation and Human Evolution

Political science   |   International relations   |   Research papers   |   12/19/2007   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «Genetic mutations are not uncommon. They can happen for a variety of reasons and have a variety of effects. Those with negative effects are weeded out by natural selection, and those with positive effects prevail and are accumulated due to natural...»

Synopsis abstract : «Genetic mutations. CCR5-Delta32 mutation and argument in the scientific community. Other possibilities for such mutation. CCR5 and HIV. Controversy over CCR5-Delta32. Conclusion. Works cited....»

Syntactic Movement and Locative Incorporation in Exocentric Compounds

Philosophy & literature   |   Linguistics   |   Research papers   |   01/03/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Most people will agree that there are two main types of compound words, endocentric and exocentric. Endocentric compounds are those where the rightmost constituent, called the grammatical head, is what defines the category of speech and the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Previous exocentric data. A syntactic exocentric compound analysis. A syntactic noun-noun exocentric analysis. References....»

A Systematic Method for Interpreting Novel Compounds

Philosophy & literature   |   Linguistics   |   Research papers   |   01/03/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «A novel word is one that is not found in the lexicon of the general population; in other words, it is a word that people have not heard or seen previously. A novel compound is a compound word formed out of two or more individual known words where...»

Synopsis abstract : «Reviewing the criteria for determining a true compound including. Ryder's view of language. Relative cue reliability. The experiments conducted by Ryder. References....»

The Practice of Sophism in Athenian Politics, Religion, and Decision Making

Social studies   |   Educational studies   |   Research papers   |   01/03/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «In this paper I will discuss the study of sophism as a system of education in ancient Greece and the ways in which it impacted the inhabitants and the conflicts of the ancient Greek society. In the first part I will discuss the subject matters that...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The practice of sophism. How Sophists changed Athenian religion. Why Socrates was accused of being a sophist. Sophists and omens and oracles. Dealing with Mytilene and Melos....»

Terrorism: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

Political science   |   Political science   |   School essay   |   01/03/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Terrorism by definition is the systematic use of violence, terror and intimidation to achieve an end. However, this definition has translated into a horrid way of life that has inflicted pain, death and mourning to individuals all over the world....»

Synopsis abstract : «The Antiterrorism Coordinating Committee. Counter-terrorism. September 11th. An example of how the U.S. has been involved in fighting terrorism. Methods used by the coalition. Why is the United States is getting involved in a conflict centered on...»

Christ in Majesty

Arts & media   |   Arts and art history   |   Research papers   |   01/03/2008   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «While monumental figure erecting was hindered during the Middle Ages, illuminated manuscripts and mural paintings were given momentum as a result. Both media allowed for mass productions, many of which have lasted to this day. A fine example of a...»

Synopsis abstract : «The three registers of Christ in Majesty. Style. The upper section of Christ in Majesty. Conclusion. Works cited....»

The Responsibility of University Administration Off-Campus: How far Does Liability Extend, and Under What Circumstances Does it Exist?

Social studies   |   Educational studies   |   Term papers   |   01/03/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Universities and colleges in the United States have long been held legally responsible for their students, even though the circumstances surrounding this responsibility have evolved over time. The basis of this responsibility lies in the concept of...»

Synopsis abstract : «The concept of in loco parentis. The history of loco parentis. The case of Hartman v. Bethany College. The case of Donnell v. California Western School of Law. The case of McClure v. Fairfield University. Workshops by the University of Rhode Island...»

Surf's Up, Dude: Cowabunga

Philosophy & literature   |   Linguistics   |   Research papers   |   01/04/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «The mission lies before us: how are we, the American people, going to come together so that "cowabunga" is reinvigorated into mainstream conversation. It was not too terribly long ago, maybe 15 years, that this delightfully lighthearted...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The word 'cowabunga'. The catch phrase of Mike. Its mainstream appeal on TMNT. Conclusion. Works cited....»

Ideal and Not Ideal Leaders

Political science   |   Political science   |   School essay   |   01/04/2008   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «An ideal leader is an intellect, an analyzer, an interpreter. He will not bend to the demand of the public solely for their approval of him, nor will he drift down the path of corruption. An ideal leader has strong character, a crafty personality...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Ralph treatment of others. Jack loss of reality. Ralph and Jack: Leaders of the group . Conclusion....»

What is the Type Identity Theory of Physicalism?

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   01/04/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The type identity theory of physicalism is the idea, as outlined by David Lewis (Journal of Philosophy, 63, pp 17-25), that "every experience is identical with some physical state." Experiences and states in this sense are to be taken as universals,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. This principle: A materialist principle. The lack of appeal in the argument. Identifying the mental states with physical states. Flaws in Putnam's theory. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Making music with music: Kool Herc and the evolution of sampling

Arts & media   |   Arts and art history   |   Research papers   |   02/01/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Kool DJ Herc is a Jamaican American musician and producer, who is credited as a pioneer of hip-hop during the 1970s as a result of his trendsetting musical technique and influence on hip-hop culture as a whole. He was born in Kingston, Jamaica in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. 1960's: Holding out-door block parties. Kool Herc and his technical advancement.. the musical choices of Herc and Bambaataa. Using drum machines. Conclusion....»

The Art of Graffiti

Arts & media   |   Arts and art history   |   Research papers   |   02/06/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «A young boy is standing in a dark, subway tunnel with a can of spray paint in his hand. His intentions are clear. Instead of being traditional and painting at home, he is using the world as his canvas. Vandal or not, he is still an artist. Even...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The many forms of graffiti that exist. Fitting the criteria of a form of art. Displaying feelings such as hate, happiness and joy . The beginner artists. The problem with graffiti being exhibited in galleries. Conclusion. Works ...»

Politics of Global Warming

Political science   |   Political science   |   Research papers   |   02/08/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «In the modernized lifestyles we live today, the consequences of this lifestyle seems to have finally caught up with us. Since 1994, the world's mean temperature has risen almost 1 degree Fahrenheit, and it is only increasing. This is believed to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Is global warming is actually happening?. Tampering with and altering reports on global warming. The uncertainties surrounding green energy . The decision of ExxonMobil . Conclusion. Sources....»

Novel pressure-relief wheelchair: research paper

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Research papers   |   02/09/2008   |   .doc   |   30 pages
Document abstract : «Pressure sores are painful and debilitating tissue wounds which commonly affect wheelchair users. Current treatment of pressure sores requires bed-rest for up to sixteen weeks, which is unacceptable for patients with active life-styles. The purpose...»

Synopsis abstract : «Nomenclature. Scope. Introduction to pressure ulcers. Pressure sore overview. Pressure sore incident rate and treatment cost. Managing and preventing pressure sores. Problem statement. Design constraints. Design goals. Americans with Disabilities...»

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