Term papers in Social Sciences, Literature, Humanities/Philosophy and History 1789 to Present

Residential segregation in the Industrial City, 1870-1930

Document abstract : «The mid-nineteenth century was a changing time, and the forces of the industrial revolution were continually changing the social landscape. The industrial revolution brought with it changes in production, manufacturing, farming and transportation,...»

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Indian global corps - Strategies and global realities

Document abstract : «A powerful and fast paced transformation of the Indian society has begun. This change is driven by the corporate, small and medium enterprises and the common man alike. Usually competitiveness refers to characteristics that permit a firm to compete...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Statistics of growing Indian presence. A few time-tested strategies. Bibliography. Conclusion....»

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Foreign direct investment: Problems and challenges in the present corporate world

Document abstract : «In the present emerging global economy, the nature of the foreign investment has to be generally motivated by various favorable business environments accelerated by globalization, liberalization as well as privatization of capital flows which have...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Nature of trade and investment. Types of foreign investment in India. Foreign direct investment. Wholly owned subsidiary. Joint venture. Acquisition. Portfolio investment. Investment by FIIs. Investment by GDRs, FDRs, FCCBs. Factors...»

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Geography of milk: Its origin to present

Document abstract : «When studying the geography of diet, a fascinating topic is milk. Milk is the food that mammals, including humans have as their first food. It is a food for the new eater, a drinkable essence created by a mother for the challenging diet of her...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. How milk came to be. When did hums start drinking milk?. Milk: Unpopular in Mediterranean areas of Greece and Rome. Popularity in pre-industrial Europe . Chang in production of milk with the coming of the industrial age. The price of...»

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Freedom of expression and pornography in Canadian Law: An in-depth look

Document abstract : «Even in a progressive nation like Canada, it can be agreed on by most people that freedom of expression, even though it is a right that we all hold dear, does have its limits. However, the issue that is pertinent, particularly in law, is where this...»

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Strategies for global competitiveness

Document abstract : «Successful companies develop strategies for doing business in emerging markets that are different from those they use at home and often find novel ways of implementing them, too. Once a company has identified the market space it wishes to target,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Strategies for globalization. SWOT analysis. Driving forces of various market conditions. Types of business integration. Vertical. Horizontal. Financial holding strategy. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

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Child Labor in India: The government's plans & the function of education

Document abstract : «In the densely-populated poor and developing countries, the problem of child labor is acute. India is no exception. A World Bank Report published in January 2000 has revealed that there are six crore working children in India-the largest in terms...»

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Review of Mark Allan Peterson’s “Anthropology and Mass communication: Media and myth in the new millennium”

Document abstract : «The study of anthropology is an interesting one, as it is the study of humanity, but it also has roots in the natural sciences and the humanities. Students of anthropology gain experience through ethnographic investigation, meaning that that use...»

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Globalization and the unmarked inclination in the Indian banking sector

Document abstract : «The banking sector is in a transitional mode moving towards a vibrant global market and sophisticated information technology. Due to this changing scenario, banks are paying more attention to expanding their activities from just lending and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Information technology. Application of information technology. Benefits of E-banking services. Reasons for poor achievement. Conclusion . Bibliography....»

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Pressure ulcer program proposal

Document abstract : «Pressure ulcers are one of the largest risks facing patients in hospitals today. The program that is described in this proposal sets out an agenda for dealing with this problem in a way that focuses on prevention. It is important because...»

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Violence against women

Document abstract : «Despite the fact that women are much more likely to be killed then to kill, women charged with the murder of their violent male partners are further victimized by a legal system that has been constructed, interpreted and implemented to fit men's...»

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Discussing and analyzing Restorative Justice: Victims' rights and the future

Document abstract : «Restorative justice has become mainstream following the establishment of youth offender panels last year under the Youth Justice and Criminal Evidence Act 1999. It is no longer just another possible option available in some places at various points...»

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The historical and philosophical significance of Locke’s personal identity

Document abstract : «In Book II of An Essay Concerning Human Understanding, John Locke established one of the first methodical treatments of the issue of personal identity as it relates to the realm of philosophy. Reflecting back on Locke's theory, it is clear that his...»

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Social theory

Document abstract : «Marx says that capitalism emerged when humans began to produce subsistence. Life was insecure back then as there was no way to accumulate social surplus. It was the agricultural revolution that established the framework needed for class divisions. ...»

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Organizational behavior and coordination

Document abstract : «The study of organizational behavior is one that has changed dramatically over the past few decades. The climate in which organizations and those that manage them operate has become increasingly globalized, and this has had implications for the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The need for coordination of actions. The need for coordinated decisions. The need for coordination among various resources. Bibliography. Conclusion....»

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Marx and Weber: The origins of capitalism

Document abstract : «The realm of social theory is not an easy one to tackle, as it requires one to have significant knowledge of ideas of the past, and the events that helped shape the circumstances that these historical ideas were developed in. For example, when...»

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The racialization of Canadian “Space”

Document abstract : «The social fabric of Canadian culture is an interesting one, it is diverse and progressive, and one that people regard as being largely free from racism. For this reason, it is a surprise to Canadians when acts of blatant racism take place anywhere...»

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Consequentialism and social inequality

Document abstract : «Everybody in society strives to some degree to be good people. However, being a good person does not always come easily. What is a good person anyway? When one begins to think about what needs to be done to be considered a good person, questions...»

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Youth justice and sentencing in Canada

Document abstract : «The issue of youth justice is an important one, and especially in Canada. This is because youth in Canada commit a proportionately high percentage of the crime in our society. Youth in Canada (aged 12-18) account for 10 percent of the population,...»

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Prevention of elderly depression: A peer-reviewed literary review

Document abstract : «This literature review will be comparing two quantitative research studies conducted by Devi et al. (2007) and Schoevers et al. (2006) on depression in elderly people. The studies highlighted the variable risk factors that make elderly people more...»

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Pierre Bourdieu and his social theory

Document abstract : «In the field of contemporary sociology, there are a small number of theorists who have been significant in shaping the field. They were all concerned with creating a multidimensional theory that allows us to understand all aspects of social life. ...»

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Muslim women caught between two cultures

Document abstract : «The notion of family is one that is important cross-culturally. It fosters a sense of responsibility among its members, and structure that forms the basis of the patriarchal society. Throughout time, and across different cultures, the conception...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. A very strict interpretation of how a Muslim family should be. The way women present themselves in the Muslim society . Divorce: Another aspect of marriage that is called into question in the West among Muslims. The decision by a...»

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Newspaper ownership in Canada

Document abstract : «The press has always been thought of as an important facet of any liberal democracy. The press in Canada has always played an important role in educating the population about the events and news of the day. However, for the press to truly perform...»

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OLPC (One laptop per child)

Document abstract : «There are more than a billion children out there who possess raw talent that is completely untapped through lack of resources and opportunity. Africa and South America, it can be argued are the poorest continents in the world with people struggling...»

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The A to Z of retail trade: Retail management

Document abstract : «When man started to cultivate and harvest the land, he would occasionally find himself with a surplus of goods. Once the needs of his family and local community were met, he would attempt to trade his goods for different goods produced elsewhere....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Beginning of retail trade. Early trade. Early market. First shops. Origins of retail chains. From family business to retail structure. History of self-service stores. Origin of distance retailing. Types of retail outlet. Clothing and...»

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The business lobby in government and the threat to democracy

Document abstract : «In political discourse, the term lobbying is often thought of in a negative way. This is because lobbyists have earned themselves a reputation of being untrustworthy and even corrupt. Lobbying in itself is certainly not bad though. When a citizen...»

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Mandatory mediation and incentives to settle

Document abstract : «Mediation has long been thought of as a more ideal mode of conflict resolution than when the parties involved instigate proceedings against one another. In the adversarial model, conflict-resolution is possible; however it is based largely on a...»

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Michel Foucault and his discourse on discursive history

Document abstract : «Michel Foucault may be one of the most influential French philosophers of our time. He spent much of his professional life as a professor, and he is best known because of his critical analysis of various social institutions; medicine and the human...»

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Efforts for reforms made by Martin Luther and John Wycliffe

Document abstract : «The English reformist John Wycliffe (c. 1320-1384) was an important precursor to the Reformation movement, headed by Martin Luther (c. 1483-1546). Wycliffe attempted to rid England of many of the same problems in the Roman Catholic Church that...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Luther's theory and reforming the church. Wycliffe's motivation for creating a reform movement. Differences of motivation and their respective movements. Differences in the ideology. External factors relating to the spread of Luther's...»

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Naming a brand: The importance of a name

Document abstract : «"What's in a name? A rose is a rose and would smell as sweet even if called by any other name" These famous words from Shakespeare's Juliet send us into raptures, but marketers and consumers would not respond to this reasoning favorably. Brands...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The meaning of brands. Brand equity. Brand image. Brand extension. Types of brands. Manufacturer brands. Own label brands. Key factors in building brands. Quality. positioning. Repositioning. Communications. First-mover...»

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A project on ERP implementation proposal for Implementation of SAP R/3

Document abstract : «The company has decided to implement state-of-the-art integrated business solution SAP R/3 within the enterprise to meet their current needs in terms of information availability and functional integration. The company is now assessing various ERP...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary. Background. Scope of work. Phase 2 implementation. Deliverables. Time schedule. Roles and reponsibilities. Team composition. Methodology. Payment terms. Other terms and conditions. Risk factors. Lead time....»

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A study on event management

Document abstract : «Michael J Wolf, in his book "The Entertainment Economy" says, "Entertainment not autos, steel or financial services is fast becoming the engine of growth of the new economy". Digitalization, broadband and internet make this among the fastest...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Opportunities in event management. Threats in event management. Role of advertising agencies in event management. Factors affecting the choice of event management firms and advertising agencies. Process of organizing an entertainment...»

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The importance of soft skills in the service sector: An analysis

Document abstract : «Soft Skills are a set of skills that influence how we interact with each other. It includes such abilities as effective communication, creativity, analytical thinking, diplomacy, flexibility, change-readiness, and problem solving, leadership, team...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Importance of soft skills. Discipline and perseverance. Reading skills. Negative thinking. Communication and interpersonal skills. Presentation skills. Voice . Body language . Active listening . Time management and effort...»

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A study on benefits for female employees in MNC's

Document abstract : «The study covers five multinational companies, i.e., INFOSYS, WIPRO, IBM, SAP LABS and GOOGLE. After the study of the policies of the companies mentioned above, I have generated the following report with recommendations. Women constitute the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Design of the study. Title of the study. Objectives of the study. Scope of the study. Methodology of the study. Research design of the study. Sources of data. Primary source. Secondary source. Limitations of the study. Theoritical...»

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Bioreactor: Optimizing E.Coli fermentation for Bacteria directed enzyme prodrug therapy

Document abstract : «E.coli strain WM04 was determined as a viable option for Bacteria Directed Enzyme Prodrug Therapy. Determination of suitability for animal testing depends on sufficient quantities of bacteria being produced through fermentation. Optimal operating...»

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What did India mean to Great Britain in the Eighteenth century?

Document abstract : «What began as an exercise of hubris, Great Britain's presence in India was strong and far-reaching. Via the East India Company, formally established in 1660, Indian trade patterns grew as the eighteenth century progressed. Through India, the British...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Tea: An essential exported good. Visible shift in Britain's position with reference to India in the second half of the eighteenth century. The expansion of British control or cultivation of land into the interior. Agriculture as the...»

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Human relationships in the teachings of Teresa of Avila

Document abstract : «Teresa of Avila (1515-1582) was the founder of the cloistered Carmelite order during the time of the Spanish Inquisition. As the founder of a strict, cloistered order that emphasized poverty one might expect Teresa to have conservative views on...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Human relationships. Importance of loving God and neighbor . Human friendship . The perils of bad friendship . The benefits of good friendship . Teresa and her friends . Conclusion. Bibliography....»

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The development of Early Christianity

Document abstract : «Jesus lived in a time period called second temple Judaism. During the lifetime of Jesus, Judea, where Jerusalem was located, and Galilee, where Jesus lived and taught, were separate countries under Roman rule. Though dominated by Rome the Jews in...»

Synopsis abstract : «The context of Christian origins. The evolution of Christian ideas. Jewish influences . Mystery religion influences. Cybele and Attis. Osiris and Isis. Mithra. Philosophy. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

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Reflections of race and American culture in the 'Tom' show

Document abstract : «In Martin Scorsese's 2002 film Gangs of New York, the two main characters-Amsterdam Vallon (played by Leonardo DiCaprio) and Bill "the Butcher" Cutting (played by Daniel Day-Lewis)- attend a 'Tom' show (a stage adaptation of Uncle Tom's Cabin) in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Minstrelsy, political theatre and the ?Tom' show. The Antebellum ?Tom' show: Adaptation and parody. Uncle Tom after the war. Concluding remarks. Illustrations. Works consulted....»

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Analyzing the links between disability and child abuse and evaluating the role of Social Services with regards to Disabled Child Protection

Document abstract : «The protection of children is today a high profile issue, within both the voluntary and statutory sectors, although the abuse of disabled children is a matter that has only recently attracted professional interest. Whilst many people find it...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The social construction of disability. Social work and disabled people. The myths of disability and child abuse. Social work and the child protection system. The abuse of disabled children. The implications for social...»

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Understanding the effects of Asperger's syndrome on the parents

Document abstract : «The diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome is often indistinguishable, using current standards, from high-functioning autism. Despite this, techniques tailored to individual cases appear show the most promise. Recent studies are too small in scale and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract. Introduction. Cluster of symptoms. Description and emerging concepts. Reaching Asperger's. Recommendations. Conclusion. References....»

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The role organizational culture plays in shaping the strategy of an organization: A look at the leader South West Airlines and Hewlett Packard

Document abstract : «To analyze and answer the above question, the author of the assignment has divided the assignment into different sections. The first section will deal with the important role that a culture of an organization plays during strategy planning and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Organization culture. A look Hewlett Packard Company. South West Airlines Company. Culture at both the organizations in context. Conclusion . References....»

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The National pastime

Document abstract : «Under the clouds and the summer sun the excitement in no way fails, the craze never stops and the fun on no account ends. The National Pastime's roots can be traced as early as the 18th century, the sensation still continues and marks its own way to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Social class and the variances in sports activities. Sports tend to reflect society. Popov and Hayashi's actions. Conclusion. Works cited....»

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Wining and losing as a result of economic restructuring in Britain since 1980

Document abstract : «During the past thirty years, British society has been involved in a dynamic of social change, a process so significant that it represents an historical turning point, when the certainties that have served to regulate the economy in the past, are no...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The end of the Second World War. The two decades which followed the end of the war. The growth of 'flexibilization' within the British economy. The economic effects of the change from Fordism to functional specialization . The...»

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How does education determine people's life chances?

Document abstract : «In order to answer the question, "How does education determine people's life chances?" I am going to look at education in the sense of learning opportunities provided by the state and concentrate on issues of social class, race and gender. Life...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The discussion on education and equality. Addressing the problem of social inequality in education. The introduction of selection at the age of eleven . The tripartite system . The process of streaming children and reinforcing class...»

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Subhas Chandra Bose: Nationalism, Morality and Empire

Document abstract : «In the 1940's the range of Indian nationalism had reached a full spectrum of discourse previously thought impossible. The British declaration of war on the Axis Powers on India's behalf was followed quickly by a mass resignation of elected Indian...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The aim of this paper: Contextualize Subhas Chandra Bose and his actions in the 1940's . Examining Bose's words alongside those of two different Englishmen . Willful disengagement from Indian matters. Thompson's assertion . Britain...»

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Fundamentals of retailer relations

Document abstract : «Marketing is indeed an ancient art. Its emergence as a management discipline however is of relatively recent origin. In fact, today most management thinkers and practitioners around the world regard marketing as the most important of all management...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Market. Buyer behaviour. Factors influencing buyer behaviour. Impact of information on buyer behaviour. Socio - cultural environment: Buyer behaviour. Influence of the intimate group on buyer behaviour. Influence of the broad social...»

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Basic concepts of job satisfaction

Document abstract : «Job satisfaction is a set of favorable or unfavorable feelings and emotions with which employees view their work. Job satisfaction is an effective attitude - a feeling of relative like or dislike toward something. The term job satisfaction not only...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Various definitions of job satisfaction . Bullock . Smith . Locke . Models of job satisfaction. Subtractive models. Multiplicative models. Theories of job satisfaction. Need satisfaction model job attitude. Level of job...»

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Performance appraisal system in organizations

Document abstract : «Appraisal of performance is widely used in society. Parents evaluate their children, teachers evaluate their students and employers evaluate their employees. However, formal evaluation of employees is believed to have been adopted for the first time...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Performance appraisal. Concept of performance appraisal. Objectives of performance appraisal. Parameters of performance appraisal. Evaluation process of performance appraisal. Methods of performance appraisal. Traditional...»

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Concepts of job satisfaction

Document abstract : «Job satisfaction refers to an individual's general attitude towards his or her job. A person with a high level of job satisfaction holds a positive attitude towards his job. While a person is who is dissatisfied with his assignments hold a negative...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Definitions. Motivational factors. Extrinsic factors. Job expectation. Salary. Comparison of outputs. Job security. Performance appraisal. Intrinsic factors. Recognition and praise. Autonomy or freedom. Participative...»

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An overview of the organic semiconductor industry

Document abstract : «In the late 1970s, three researchers published a groundbreaking paper on the discovery that certain classes of plastics were capable of being modified to enable them to function as a poorly conducting metal. So groundbreaking and significant was the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Organic semiconductors: What is it all about?. History. Structure of the industry. Commercialization. Increase in patenting activity . Investment. Government funding. US funding. European funding. IPO's. Mergers, acquisitions and joint...»

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Life insurance and brand equity

Document abstract : «"Insurance is a contract between two parties whereby one party called insurer undertakes an exchange for a fixed sum called premiums, to pay the other party called insured a fixed amount of money on the happening of a certain event." Insurance is...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Insurance . Need of insurance. Alternatives to insurance. Benefits of taking insurance. Encourages savings. Whole life policies . The Life insurance policies . Endowment policies. Money back policies . Annuities / Children's policies...»

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Employee training and development

Document abstract : «Human resource is the most important determinant of success, efficiency and effectiveness of an organization. Dynamic, component and motivated human resources build dynamic organization and enable an organization to achieve its goals. Therefore, to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Conceptual framework. Introduction. Concept and nature of human resources management. Objectives of human resources management. Importance of HRM. Features of Human Resources Management. A part of management discipline. As a process. As a continuous...»

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Employee welfare measures

Document abstract : «"Welfare" is a broad concept referring to a state of living of an individual or group, in a desirable relationship with the total environment - ecological, economic and social. Labor welfare includes both the social and economic contents of welfare....»

Synopsis abstract : «Labour welfare measures. Concept. Definition. Need for welfare measures. Employee demands. Trade union demands. Employer's preference. As a social security. To improve human relation. Objectives of welfare and safety measures. Merits of the welfare...»

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An analysis of the claim that the social welfare response to HIV/AIDS was, and remains, fundamentally inadequate

Document abstract : «The first official case of AIDS in Britain was recorded in 1983 but nurses said they were caring for unofficial cases before [Ferlie and Pettigrew 1990:195]. Similar to America early reports were confined to the homosexual population. When looking...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. British AIDS cases in 1985: Cross over into heterosexuals. 1986: Sharp break in the pattern of AIDS policy. Budget to cover large costs in the NHS for financing AIDS patients. Public education campaigns . Day and Klien: Reflection of...»

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Is Taylorism an outmoded form of technical control?

Document abstract : «This discussion will attempt to address whether or not Taylorism can be considered an outmoded form of technical control. I will give a brief introduction to Taylorism, its objectives and methods, together with examples of it in action both today...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Why Taylorism had such a large influence on job design . The fact that Taylor sought to influence cultural aspects . Industries which could never embrace scientific management. Conclusion. Bibliogra...»

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The role of the state in contemporary liberal democracies

Document abstract : «The role of the state within contemporary liberal democracies is an issue that perhaps more than any other has attracted the attentions of the social and political sciences. The concept itself is not accorded universal acceptance and there are a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The term 'government'. Pluralist theories of the state. Paying particular attention to the inputs from citizens . Conventional pluralism . The concept of neo pluralism . Marxist explanations of the state. The enduring conflict between...»

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An evaluation of the strengths and limitations of a rational and strategic approach to organizational change

Document abstract : «Following the brief introduction of a model-ideal conceptualization of Organizational Goal-Directed-Activity, and the definition within the perspective defined by this model of such terms like 'rational (organizational) action system', 'strategy',...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Model-Ideal conceptualization of organizational goal-directed-activity. Approaches to strategy and organizational change. Classical strategy and planned organizational change. A Critical Theoretical (CT) perspective on strategy and...»

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An evaluation of the claim that we live in a 'risk society' as well as a ‘regulatory state’

Document abstract : «The aim of this paper is to assess why it is argued that we live in a 'risk society' as well as a 'regulatory state'. By the end of this paper it should be clear that we do indeed live in a 'risk society' and a 'regulatory state' despite what others...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Are we living in a risky society?. The major proponent of ?the risk society' . Clasifying the four dangers into 4 main groups. Other prominent features of the risky society. Risks associated with genetically modified organisms...»

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An evaluation of the contribution made by feminist and post-structuralist perspectives to the view of gender as socially constructed

Document abstract : «A number of fundamental changes have occurred this century in relation to what it means to be male or female. They emphasize the notion that femininity and masculinity are not necessarily innate categorise which pre-exist in each person and focus...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Biological classifications of sex: Inaccuracy and ambiguity in defining sex. Linguistic structuralism. Jacques Derrida: Questioning the nature of language . Barbara Johnson's concise writings and ideas of the connection between gender...»

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Dealer network: A brief study

Document abstract : «Dealers are essential part of the industry. He helps the products by familiarizing the goods to the customers, by distributing and thereby creating demand. He is the kingpin in the business world of manufacturer and distributor. Today he is the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Conceptual framework on dealers network. Role of the dealer. Need of the dealer. Dealers relations. Dealers satisfaction. Conclusion....»

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Why do many British families of South Asian background prefer arranged marriages?

Document abstract : «The tradition of Arranged Marriages was practiced by kinship groups in the South Asian sub-continent centuries before migration to Britain took place during the 1950's. Initially, migrants came to Britain to earn wages (Shaw; 2000;13), However, the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Observing Sikh families in Punjab. The relationship between affinal links and household economics . The arrangement of marriage . Arranged marriages amongst Gujarati Prajapratis: Clan exogamous and caste endogamous. The preference for...»

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Training and development

Document abstract : «Organization and individual should develop and progress simultaneously for their survival and attainment of mutual goals. So, every modern management has to develop the organization through human resource development. Employee training is the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Training and development. Definition of training and development. Need for training. Training objectives. Areas of training. Training content for different categories of employees. Steps in training and development process. Need...»

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The inner-city problem is one of both growth and decline

Document abstract : «The city is undeniably the centre of much of our social action. It is the arena in which most of our economic, political and commercial activity tends to occur, and it has become the most popular place to socialise, and to experience the cultural...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The process of industrialization . Prominent features of industrialization. The theories of industrialization and modernity . Recognising that growth has indeed brought about inner city problems. The primary cause of inner city...»

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A study on working capital management

Document abstract : «Cash is the lifeline of a company, no matter how large or small the organization is. If this lifeline deteriorates so does the company's ability to fund operations, reinvest and meet capital requirements and payments. Understanding a company's cash...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Working capital management . Theoretical frame work. Concepts of working capital. Types of working capital. Working capital cycle. Importance of working capital. Disadvantages of excessive working capital. Disadvantages of inadequate...»

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Recruitment and selection process in an IT services organization

Document abstract : «The software industry is in the midst of a quiet but dramatic revolution. The implication of this revolution increased innovation, new business models, technological discontinuities, and global capability shifts could be even more profound then the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Recruitment process overview. Definitions. Importance of recruitment. Steps involved in a general recruitment process. Choosing the methods of recruitment. Recruitment process life cycle. Research methodology . Recruitment and...»

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Employee satisfaction towards training programs in IT services

Document abstract : «They build work environment for mid-sized companies for implementing the ERP and CRM solutions. They take over complexity of implementation and management providing them implementation process with defined service levels. Training is the most...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Importance of training . Need for the training. Objectives, functions and need for training. Evaluating training programs. Data analysis, research and interpretation. Necessity of training: A survey. Findings and...»

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Capitalism, socialism, and utopianism

Document abstract : «Since Karl Marx's radical proposition of establishing a new society based primarily around the elimination of the bourgeoisie and the uprising of the working class, there have been an innumerable advocates, detractors, and vehement debates...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. End of Cold War.. Analysis of Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx.. Threat of communism and socialism.. Interpretation of the essay - socialism and utopia.. Analysis of Gorbachev's reforms.. Adam Grinovich's role.. Bland's view on...»

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Advanced clinical techniques/family centered practice with populations at risk (aging)

Document abstract : «On April 29, 2006 at about 5:30 a.m., May C. fell in her kitchen in a rural area 10 miles west of Yakima, Washington. As she fell her right leg was thrust back while the rest of her body fell forward, resulting in a compound fracture of her right...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Family and community support. Description of disabling condition. Care-giving implications. Impact on family relationships. Impact on sexuality. Social work involvement. Legal and ethical dilemmas. Conclusion....»

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Profiting off the slave trade

Document abstract : «Slavery and the opening up of the New World go hand in hand. Whether it be the mining of the silver and gold caches in the Mexican interior or the farming of sugar cane in the Caribbean islands, the riches appropriated by the Europeans from the new...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. World economy during slave trade: A zero-sum fixture. State intervention in slave trade. The prospects of large profits . Shipping expenses: A heavy initial burden on slave merchants. The captain's ability to keep the slaves alive...»

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Catholic workers: The family life

Document abstract : «Working parents are often faced with the daunting challenge of balancing their time between work and family. As providers, they have to work to support their family, but as parents they have to spend time with their children. Now imagine the plight...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Members of the Catholic Worker Movement.. Margot Patterson's article Finding Family at the Catholic Worker.. Overcoming the problem of child neglect.. The support of the community.. Raising a family in the Catholic Worker Movement and...»

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What's wrong with May?

Document abstract : «In April 2006, a 92-year-old Caucasian widow, May C., fell in her kitchen 10 miles west of Yakima, Washington, resulting in a compound fracture of her right femur. May called her LifeLine service for help and was transported to Providence Yakima...»

Synopsis abstract : «A difficult assessment. Relevant research. DSM diagnosis. Discussion. Conclusion. References....»

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A discussion and analysis of Marx and Webers theories concerning the development of industrial capitalism

Document abstract : «It is widely accepted that most of the developed countries in the world today are 'capitalist' economies. Capitalism in economic terms is a free market system, involving little government intervention (a laissez-faire approach). Capitalism involves...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Marx's theory of ?materialism'. The theory of ?division of labor'. Marx's early work ?Alienation'. Marx's model of society as a ?base-superstructure' system. Max Weber's point of view on capitalism. Weber's sociological theories . The...»

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An analysis concerning stereotyping people in connection with their dialect

Document abstract : «Language is primarily considered to perform two major functions in society. It is designed to convey information to those around us as well as establish and maintain relationships. However, linguistically (albeit from social stereotypes) certain...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. 'Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis'. Role of phonetic factors in highlighting ones social background. Linguistic inequality - a consequence of social inequality . Experiments highlighting dialect prejudice in every sector of society. Social...»

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Freud and Le Bon's perspectives on the psychology of crowds

Document abstract : «Le Bon was of the opinion that when people joined large, relatively unstructured social groups, they sometimes engaged in spontaneous and atypical collective behavior. Le Bon suggests that crowds are ruled by a collective mind, and that contagion...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Le Bon: The author of The Crowd . Merging into the collective state. The perceived 'loss of self' . Freud: Theory on crowds initiated from Le Bon's. Emphasis on the role of the leader. Criticism of the theories of Le Bon and Freud . Le...»

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How behaviorist concepts of learning processes can be used to explain how children learn to talk and think

Document abstract : «This essay will explore the behaviorist approaches to both language and cognitive development, at the same time critically evaluating it in terms of the main alternative approaches of nativism and constructivism (which also includes the social...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Defining the main approaches. Rich environment and the passive child. Chomsky and the apparent creativity of language. Mental representations. Rejection of the idea of mental representations by behaviorists. Recent connectionist models...»

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A critical analysis of William James's statement on attention

Document abstract : «In this essay we will critically analyze the famous philosopher, William James' views on attention. James appears to be right when he describes anyone in this condition is not paying attention. When describing attention as the mind's taking...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The main approaches in the study of attention.. Early selection.. The two stage model of the attenuation theory.. Discussing the various theories to evaluate James's statement.. Implications of the definition of attention by...»

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Fundamental attribution error in explaining people's behavior: Overestimating the power of personality traits and underestimating the power of social influence

Document abstract : «Stanley Milgram (1963) demonstrated that the majority of the subjects in his studies on obedience (65 per cent) 'average, decent American citizens' (Milgram, 1963. p.5 ) who had volunteered for a Yale University experiment on learning would...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Milgram's experiments . The first situational variable Milgram manipulated. Manipulating the physical proximity of the experimenter to the subject. The manipulation of 'group effects'. The presence of another subject who delivered the...»

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Does intelligence have a stronger genetic or environmental basis?

Document abstract : «In light of the pioneering nature of behavioral genetics and in terms of explanatory power and predictive ability, highlighting constructive directions for future research, the aim of the current essay is to examine a wealth of evidence within the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Understanding the empirical findings of research pointing to a genetic or environmental basis of intelligence . Twin and Adoption studies and predictions to be made regarding the environmental contributions in acquired...»

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How temperament has been defined and studied by developmental psychologists

Document abstract : «Development is a multi-faceted process concerned with the pattern of normal development as well as individual differences in development. There are various inborn qualities that distinguish infants from each other, one of which is temperament. This...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Examining the diverse methods used by different theoretical approaches to measure temperament.. Thomas and Chess' longitudinal studies on temperament.. Buss and Plomins research.. The New York longitudinal study.. The concept that...»

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Can we predict which infants will grow up to offend?

Document abstract : «Positivist criminology's vision was to become so advanced that criminologists could differentiate a criminal before they committed crime. Positivism emerged in the late 19th century and endeavored to utilize scientific methodology to explain crime...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Control theory . Involvement in crime. Family as the most important source of social control. Nye's concept of social control . Internal (personal) beliefs, commitment attitudes and perceptions. Discussion on `bonds' of social...»

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The relevance of attribution theory to educational psychology

Document abstract : «Attribution theory refers to the "causal explanations that individuals infer for their own behavior, and that of others, in an attempt to interpret their social world" (Burgner and Hewstone, 1993. p.125). As Eslea (1999) notes, "attributional styles...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Weiner's (1979) theory of achievement attribution. The importance of controllability as a critical determinant of the expectancy of success. The effect of antecedent and program-specific attribution training in combination with...»

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The advantages and disadvantages of the behaviorist approach to mental disorders

Document abstract : «The behavioral approach to psychology emphasizes the effects that environmental stimuli can have on a person. Because of the importance of the environment, behavioral psychologists concentrate on the process of learning and any lasting change that...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The behaviorist theory.. The behavioral model for abnormality.. Pavlov's (1927, 1941) theory: Behavior is learnt through association.. Techniques developed from classical conditioning to treat mental disorders.. Replacing the...»

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The theoretical explanations put forward to explain alcohol dependence: The rationale for prevention programs for hazardous drinkers

Document abstract : «Although the term "addiction" is still widely used current theorists and scholars are tending to use the term "dependence" in modern research and studies. People can become dependent not only on external substances that are ingested but also to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Three main approaches that can be used to explain theories of addiction. The psychological approach. The biological approach . The 'environmental approach' . Benefits of understanding the theoretical framework of addiction . Brief...»

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The evidence for a link between stress and ill health

Document abstract : «This essay is going to examine the evidence for a link between stress and ill health. It will include sections on what stress is, how it is caused and its effects on the body and the mind. This essay is going to look at and evaluate different...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The effects of stress . Flight-or-fight response. Physiological changes due to stress. Three main stages in the stress response. The general adaptation syndrome . Link between stress, the immune system and illness. The risk of coronary...»

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Profession in Dentistry

Document abstract : «What do you want to be when you grow up? I've been asked this question many times since I was young. My reply was always rapid and quick from a teacher to a nurse to a tattoo artist. My answer changed as frequently as I changed my socks. This...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Researching careers as a dentist and dental hygienist. . Dentists performing many different tasks in one day.. Working as a dental hygienist.. Talking about different requirements for the dental college.. Talks with various dentists....»

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Ulysses and Androgyny: Bloom as modernity’s new womanly man

Document abstract : «"Is he a jew [sic] or a gentile or a holy Roman or a swaddler or what the hell is he…or who is he?" (Ulysses 438) asks Ned Lambert regarding the character of Leopold Bloom to the pub-dwellers at Barney Kiernan's. This appears to be a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Reasons why modern writers were intrigued by the emergence of the androgynous third sex.. The Online Oxford English Dictionary's definition androgyny.. Bloom's character and its links to androgyny.. References to him suffering from...»

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Italian futurism and art: Poetry, theatre, and war

Document abstract : «"Erect on the summit of the world, once again we hurl our defiance to the stars!" (MASD 253), cries Marinetti in "The Founding and Manifesto of Futurism 1909". A very passionate, yet aggressive statement which, when analyzed, serves as a very...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A successful aeropoem and what it should contain.. Four categories of aeropoetry.. Poems dedicated to describing the feelings that come with flying. . Poems which describe the scenery that one can see from these great heights. . Using...»

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Public transportation in the Arab World

Document abstract : «The creation and refinement of public transportation in the Arab World are issues that are infrequently brought to the public eye. However, these issues have underlying importance in the institutions of politics and economics in the Arab World....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Flights from the Arab world after the 1980's.. Religion and the governments.. Anti - American sentiment and resentment towards globalization.. Critics of the IMF and the World Bank.. Terrorist attacks in the Arab World.. Attacking the...»

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Importance of organizational marketing

Document abstract : «Since the 1950's various concepts have captured the imagination of scholars and practitioners (organizational identity, corporate identity, corporate branding, corporate image, corporate reputation and corporate communications). Each of these...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Key questions and constructs. Two levels of marketing. Strategic marketing . Operational marketing . Four P's. Product. Pricing. Promotion. Placement (or distribution). Marketing: New...»

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Foreign direct investment: India

Document abstract : «Developing countries, emerging economies and countries in transition increasingly see foreign direct investment (FDI) as a source of economic development, modernization and employment generation, and have liberalized their FDI regimes to attract...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract . Introduction. What is FDI?. Types Of FDI. Impact of FDI. Myths about the benefit of FDI. Impact of FDI in Asia. FDI in India. Investment in Indian market. Potential of Indian market. Foreign controlled firm in India. Major Initiatives to...»

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A study of groups and group behavior

Document abstract : «In the beginning, God made an individual - and then he made a pair. The pair formed a group, together they began bringing others and thus the group grew. Unfortunately, working in a group led to friction, the group disintegrated in conflict and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. What is group?. Why group?. Characteristics of group. The initial stage of group development. 5 stages of group development. Group skills. Accelerating development. Group cultures. Team and team building. Characteristics of good team...»

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Overview of Coca-Cola

Document abstract : «It was a prohibition law, enacted in Atlanta in 1886, that persuaded physician and chemist Dr. John Stith Pemberton to rename and rewrite the formula for his popular nerve tonic, stimulant and headache remedy, "Pemberton's French Wine Coca," sold at...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Marketing department of coca-cola. Production department of coca-cola. Human resource department of coca-cola. Financial department of coca-cola. Financial performance of coca-cola. Conclusion. Bibli...»

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Iconic aircraft's of World War II

Document abstract : «We live in an age where flying at the speed of sound in jet-powered aircraft's is a very ordinary thing. It's a rush, an experience but still very common. But we must not forget how we got here or the machines and people that laid the foundations...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Aircrafts that set the standards. Messerschmitt Me 262. Messerschmitt Me 163. Heinkel He 219 . Messerschmitt Bf 109. Junker Ju 87 . Zero and the Ki-109. Mitsubishi A6M Zero-Sen . Mitsubishi Ki-109 . P 51 Mustang, Hurricane, Spitfire,...»

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Risk management in a multinational corporation

Document abstract : «MNCs are coming up in huge numbers nowadays. To earn the profits with minimal amount of risk has been a matter of concern for the investors. For this purpose management of risk is a very crucial factor. Pertaining to this context, this project has...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The concept of RISK. Translation Exposure. Transaction exposure. Managing transaction exposure. Managing translation exposure. Foreign exchange risk and economic exposure. The economic consequences of exchange rate...»

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Managerial economics focusing on cost and revenue analysis

Document abstract : «Health service providers have to carefully manage the use of scarce resources while meeting a growing demand for services and rising expectations for quality. Conducting cost and revenue analysis can greatly increase a managers' understanding of the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Cost and Revenue Analysis terms and definitions. Understanding how cost and revenue analysis can help financial sustainability. Considering the benefits of cost and revenue analysis. Cost and revenue analysis can help you determine...»

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Aboriginal social problems in Canada: From an anti-oppressive perspective of social work

Document abstract : «Social problems are inherent truths within any society. Developed countries have social problems in the same way that developing countries do. However, in many cases in developed countries, the people who live there do not always now that the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Reference to the article Booze, Suicide Plagues Reserve Where Girls Died.. The anti-oppressive social worker.. Social work: Responding to the needs of Aboriginals in Canada. . Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

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Espionage in occupied France during WWII

Document abstract : «The practise of espionage is not a new one; in fact it has been dubbed my many at the world's second oldest profession. Espionage had particular significance for the Allied forces during World War II. Those involved were a special breed of wartime...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Understand how intelligence services became formal within the Allied governments. . The United States' lack of sabotage, propaganda or economic warfare organizations.. The OSS and their time in Africa and the Mediterranean.. The OSS...»

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Aristotle, Hobbes and Machiavelli on Governance

Document abstract : «In the realm of political theory, there are many thinkers whose thoughts and writings have influenced the way that government's and societies operate today. As citizens, it is crucial for us, especially in the democratic systems that we a North...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A fundamental assumption made by Aristotle.. Aristotle's view of the political aspect of the human function.. Aristotle's account of the relation between a person and the polis.. Hobbes and civilization.. The Enlightenment aimed to...»

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Youth crime in high schools: A theoretical discussion

Document abstract : «No study of youth crime would be complete without an examination of how it applies within high schools. The presence of disorder and delinquency in school and on school grounds is a growing problem. Most secondary school have some students who...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The public perception of inner-city school in Canadian urban centers.. The Safe School Study conducted by The National Institute of Education.. Outsiders not responsible for most school crime and violence.. Viewing school crime as an...»

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