Critically evaluating the ASPIRE model of social work

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «In this essay I will look at the ASPIRE model as a process within social work. I will demonstrate my understanding of the model and its stages and reflect on how values inform each stage of the process. I will look at each stage individually whilst...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Social work as a process.. Definition of assessment.. The importance of assessment.. Assessment as one of the 'decision making' components of the ASPIRE model.. Planning: The second stage of the ASPIRE.. Intervention within the ASPIRE...»

Critical analysis of ‘A Lesson before Dying’

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Ernest J. Gaines wrote the novel, 'A Lesson before Dying' in which he highlighted the problems faced by the blacks during the 1940's in the South. However, the contextual time for the novel covers a whole century into until 1964. He writes about the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Thesis.. Introduction.. Analysis.. Critical acclaim.. Gaines work in a historical context.. Narrative voice.. Authentication of narratives as literature.. Conclusion.. References.....»

Educating a multicultural America

Social studies   |   Educational studies   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «No one would accuse one of the greatest of all political figures in American history, Abraham Lincoln, of being against equality. In his time, America had already experienced the stresses of immigration. There were German immigrants who fought to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The fusion of Lincoln's exemplary vision: Impossible to retain.. The concept of drawing up new standards.. True multicultural education.. A form of education which fostered solid educational principles.. Influencing the future, as...»

Conservation issues for tropical reef fish spawning aggregations

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Coral reefs are in decline worldwide due to a variety of anthropogenic factors, of which overfishing is the oldest and most egregious (Bellwood et al. 2004, Graham et al. 2006). Tropical reef fish spawning aggregations (FSAs) are preferentially...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Reef fish in decline.. Biology of fish spawning aggregations (FSA).. FSAs and the threat from overfishing.. Effects of overfishing FSA's.. Biological considerations.. Ecological and ecosystem considerations.. Economic...»

Polythene industry of Europe

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   38 pages
Document abstract : «Polythene is one of the most widely used materials today. It has permeated practically every aspect and walk of life. From the positive to the negative its always there, the positive being some of the products made from it that uphold essential...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. History.. Science behind polythene.. Classification of polythene.. Uses of polythene.. Usage of polythene in medicine and hospitals.. Usage of polythene in the hotel & food industry.. Uses of Polythene in household...»

US intervention in Guatemala and Bolivia in the 1950's

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Ever since the early days of European colonization, Latin America has always been a hotbed of unequal distribution of wealth. Latin American economies suffer from disproportionately high rates of inequality, with the richest ten percent of the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The dictatorship of Jorge Ubico Castaneda.. The Movimiento Nacionalista Revolucionario uprising.. The foreign policy initiatives of the American government.. Arbenz's run for the presidency: Support of a coalition of liberals and...»

Social work: Board presentation

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .ppt   |   28 slides
Document abstract : «The illness impacts ability to seek/obtain care, nutrition, transportation, maintain housing, etc. Individual medical crisis impacts multiple systems: family, friends, neighbors, employer/ co-workers, schools, taxpayers, social services, national...»

Synopsis abstract : «Background.. Medical social work focus.. The dialysis population.. Puget Sound Kidney Center (PSKC) overview.. Social work at PSKC.. Ethical considerations.. Policy.. Research.. Evaluation of practice.. Professional develop...»

Habits of the Heart Individualism and Commitment in American Life

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Book review   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Robert Bellah's Habits of the Heart Individualism and Commitment in American Life chronicles the history, definition and present condition of individualism in America, and how it has affected the lives of modern society. Bellah attempts to define...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The foundation that individualism was built upon.. The question: Whether commitment is possible in light of the present reality we have constructed?. A direct result of the historical swell of large cities.. A public managerial...»

Race Poverty and the Underclass by Christopher Jencks

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Book review   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «In his book, Race Poverty and the Underclass, Christopher Jencks formulates a thesis that is aimed at revealing the short-comings of popular social policy remedies. He addresses options that are based on political ideologies which do not fare well...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Jencks: The basic liberal and conservative inclinations.. The 'Coleman Report'.. Jencks and West: Liberals operate out of a base of guilt.. The future of affirmative action.. Alice Walker's story and its contradictions to West.. The...»

An analysis of the use of communication skills within a social practice setting

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «In this essay I will attempt to analyse the use of communication skills within a practice setting. I will briefly acknowledge the six areas of skill studied in the communication module and analyse, in more detail, two of these areas; empathy and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Empathy: According to Trevithick.. Goal setting.. Rogers' client centred approach.. Communication with those with disabilities.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

Why are Jungian studies rarely taught in the university and can Jungian orientated thinkers do anything to reverse the situation?

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «It is well-documented within the Jungian world that within academia, analytical psychology is frozen out. This is with regards to psychology. And it is as a psychologist that Jung made his name. Jung also failed to make a positive impression on...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The unquestioning orientation of the typical Jungian.. Jungian psychology: Self-absorbed and uncritical of itself.. Writing on the International Association for Jung Studies: Robert Segal.. Conclusio...»

The Development of the Welfare state and the National Health Service in Britain

Law & contracts   |   Labor law   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «The Poor Law of 1601 was introduced as a response by the Government to rising levels of concern over how 'the poor' should be supported. As a result of several poor harvests, and soldiers returning from war there was increased vagrancy, which...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Elizabethan Poor Law of 1601.. The Poor Law Amendment Act (1834).. Analyzing and evaluating the changes to both the welfare state and the National Health Service.. The welfare State in Britain.. The introduction of the NHS.. A...»

A discussion of the importance of dissociationism in Carl Jung’s psychology

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Carl Jung's psychology is often regarded as having been some kind of Freudianism albeit Jung's more esoteric spin on it. The most important of Jung's theories is the archetypes hypothesis. Certainly Jung's influences can be tracked and they are...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Part 1: Dissociation psychology.. A mention of Rene Descartes.. A stronger basis, for psychology, than associationism.. Paulhan's emphasized three key laws.. Double or multiple personality.. Dissociationism.. Part 2 - Jung:...»

Does television advertising have a negative effect on children?

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Term papers   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Advertising is a collective term for public announcements designed to promote the sale of specific commodities or services. Advertising is a form of mass selling, employed when the use of direct, person-to-person selling is impractical, impossible,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. What is advertising?. Advertising codes and standards.. How effective is persuasive advertising? . Does advertising have an effect on children?. Children and food.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

A Discussion and analysis of three possible causes of Alzheimer's Disease

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Term papers   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Read a newspaper, ANY newspaper, and you will come across medical technologies such as reduction in infant mortality, development of vaccines and antibodies, and advances in the treatment of heart disease and stroke that have contributed to the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Dewji and Singer: The connection between the proteins.. The previous findings in genetics.. The neurofibrillary tangle.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

A discussion and analysis concerning sexist language

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «One of the most important political and social movements of the twentieth century has been the drive towards achieving complete equality for all people regardless of race, color, class, gender identity, mental state or physical impairment. One area...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Deborah Cameron's example of sexism.. The social reality.. Link between language and reality.. Creating a woman centred language.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

Is man one or many?

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «This paper seeks to examine how three anthropologists, E.B. Tylor, Bronislaw Malinowski and Levi-Strauss address the question "is man one or many?" They were chosen on the basis of their being the leading figures of three different schools of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The dominant intellectual perspective in the mid-nineteenth century.. A leading figure of Evolutionary Anthropology.. Critics of evolutionary anthropology.. Common points between evolutionary anthropology and structural...»

An analysis of two theories: Solution-focused therapy and ecological systems theory

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «In this assignment I will demonstrate my knowledge of two selected theories, discussing how they contrast, how they may overlap and possibly even work well together. I will begin by looking at what a theory is and the nature of the relationship...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The core values underpinning social work.. Theories within social science: Expansion or a modification.. Ecological systems theory.. The ecological perspective.. Using the ecological perspective.. Ecomap.. Components of the...»

Efficiency and efficacy of Tricare

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «The US Department of Defense's health care program is perhaps one of the most complex in the country. With 91 hospitals and 374 clinics facilities spread over the entire country and overseas for the uniformed service individuals in the Army, Navy,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Discussion.. Background.. The reason for the high cost of health care.. Military health care administration.. Tricare administration.. Tricare pitfalls.. Administrative problems.. Difficulties in terms of hospitals, physicians,...»

School's responsibilities towards child abuse, learning disabilities, and behavioral problems

Social studies   |   Educational studies   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Creating a safe and learning environment in today's modern society has become extremely difficult not only for educators but also for parents. The need and demand for better education is no longer clear-cut because the demographic is dynamic in...»

Synopsis abstract : «What is learning disability and behavioral problem?. Tests are given to determine the disability and behavioral problems.. Mastery monitoring.. General outcome measurement.. Study conducted by Calhoon, Fuchs and Hamlett.. Study conducted by Burke,...»

How does the 1976 film network accurately reflect ideologies and practices of modern television?

Arts & media   |   Film studies   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The ideologies and practices evident in modern television are succinctly foreshadowed in the 1976 Hollywood classic, Network. This prophetic Oscar-winning film satirically dramatised a series of predictions, most of which were fulfilled in modern...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Network: Directed by Sidney Lumet.. Ratings dictate the content shown.. The outrageous and shocking television scenes in Network.. Lumet and Chayefsky's use Network to clearly predict the dictatorship of television.. Network's...»

Social work essay: Observation and assessment of a child

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «I will offer a written assessment and evaluation of my observations of a six year old female child. Firstly, I will outline what observation is, why it is important to social work and how it is used. I will discuss how this child was chosen, who...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Understanding the development of children.. The framework for the assessment of children in need.. The child observed.. Obtaining consent from the child.. Viewing the child as very egocentric.. The first observation.. Academic...»

To what extent should social work practice be informed by social research?

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   19 pages
Document abstract : «Within this work I will be looking to examine the effectiveness of using research in social work practice. I have chosen to do this by reviewing both historic and current research on the outcomes of adoption. Part 1 will consist of a literature...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Part 1.. Age at time of adoption.. Inter-racial adoption.. Special needs/disabled children.. Part 2.. A clear statement of the aims of the research.. Aappropriate qualitative methodology.. Appropriate research design to address the...»

A discussion on the theories of the child and the inextricable link to education

Social studies   |   Educational studies   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Educational provision has always involved much more than the ways of accumulation of academic knowledge. It has been central to the processes by which ideas of childhood has been socially constructed and, therefore, its history has much to tell us...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The modern conception of childhood.. The German educator Friedrich Froebel.. Froebel's continuous studies of the ideas concerning 'the child'.. A time of individualism and creativity.. The first Waldorf School.. Teaching children...»

Behind enemy lines: The account of a conservative living in eastern Massachusetts

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   Term papers   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «According to sociologist Travis Hirschi in his article Control Theory of Delinquency, the act of deviating from the norms in a given society is caused mainly, not by the social structure, but by the deviant himself and the strength of his connection...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Developing a framework.. Providing a social context.. Analysis of interview data.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

Labor study of education in New York: Elementary and secondary teachers

Social studies   |   Educational studies   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Public school teachers in New York City play a crucial role to the functioning of the city. Teachers are one of the greatest influences in the life of a child. However, it is important to understand that being a teacher is not just a role; it is an...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Common job traits: Skill/education needed, average annual pay and fringe benefits.. The New York case.. NY statistics on this occupation today.. Collective bargaining.. Union history in NYC.. The UFT today.. Opinion survey.. Future of...»

An investigation into positive behavior management strategies in the classroom

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «Behavior management strategies have been always seen by both theorists and practitioners as an essential part of educational process since they aim to establish pupils' self-discipline and promoting their achievement and positive behavior. This...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The idea of using self-assessment technique as a behavior management strategy.. First appearance of behavioral self-assessment.. Self-assessment programmes.. Little evidence that self-monitoring and self-assessment strategies have...»

A look at the consumer response to creativity in advertising

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Theses   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   56 pages
Document abstract : «This chapter will provide an outline of the topics that will be covered in this proposal. It will briefly give an overview of the proposed research topic and acknowledge the importance of this study. Next, the literature review and the methodology...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Topic.. Summary of second and third chapters.. The importance of creativity in advertising.. Effective advertising.. The need for a strong marketing background.. The elements of effective advertisements.. Factors affecting...»

Re-entry programs for juveniles: Suggestions for improving rehabilitative efforts and including juveniles in the community

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   02/20/2009   |   .doc   |   15 pages
Document abstract : «Children who have spent time committed in juvenile facilities need assistance with returning to their communities. In collaboration with various educational institutions and other non-profit organizations, the Massachusetts Department of Youth...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Overview and analysis of program shortcomings.. The Massachusetts Department of Youth Services.. The first short-coming of existing programs.. Re-entry centers: The comprehensiveness of the services they offer.. The active...»

Flawless consulting

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   02/26/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Flawless consulting refers to the consistent pursuit of perfection and observable impact in the practice of offering professional advice and guidance to organizational management teams, operational units and sponsors. Basically, flawless consulting...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The basics of flawless consulting.. The views and approach of a consultant.. Skill as a critical aspect of flawless consulting.. Problem solving skills.. Process facilitation and collaboration.. Communication skills.. Flawless...»

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