Abstract The paper explains that the Eaton Centre is a private space and is operated by the Cadillac Fairview Corporation. Whereas this space was intended for the retail function, it signifies something unique as a meeting place. The paper relates that kids who run away from home, even though they are from far flung regions of Canada, know that they can meet one another in a very specific location within the Eaton Centre. The paper adds that the fountain is also a gathering place for retired people.
A study of Canada's first regional theatre and its goal to achieve the establishment of a uniquely Canadian art and culture scene through experimental theatre.
Abstract This paper considers the state of theatre in Canada and Winnipeg prior to the creation of the Manitoba Theatre Centre in 1958, looking at the goals of the Massey Commission in promoting the development of a Canadian culture. It also looks at the intentions of Theatre 77 and the Winnipeg Little Theatre in their merger to become the Manitoba Theatre Centre. The main body of the analysis is concerned with the mandate of the Manitoba Theatre Centre. Finally, consideration is also given to an additional fourth goal introduced later in the Centre's history that was concerned with encouraging the production of Canadian plays.
Outline
Introduction
Setting the Scene: The State of Theatre in Canada and Winnipeg and the Establishment of the Manitoba Theatre Centre Goal A
Goal B
Goal C
Goal D
The Legacy and Prospects for the Centre as it Entered the 1980s
From the Paper "Canadian theatre, in the 1950s, consisted mostly of amateur societies, with professional theatre only really finding a niche in Toronto. The Massey Commission Report of 1951 was concerned with the state of Canadian culture and its tendency to import art from other cultural centres, such as New York and London. The Massey Commission's Report outlined steps to create a government body that would grant funds to art programmes to promote a national culture. Such a concern had been similarly expressed by other major figures in Canadian theatre, some of whom had suggested that if the state of the theatre were to improve, it would require a national theatre that would tour the country with several permanent provincial theatre buildings to house professional productions (Massey 55). "
Abstract The paper examines the Abrigo Centre for Victims of Family Violence, Dufferin Street, Toronto. This is part of Family Services for the Portuguese-speaking Canadians. Clients include those from Portugal, Brazil, Angola, Mozambique. The paper introduces the cultural forces that create domestic violence and examines the community based approaches to this issue. The paper looks at the origins of the centre, its funding, programming and the rationales behind it.
From the Paper "The Abrigo Centre was established after a 1987 Ministry of Community and Social Services-funded study conducted by the Portuguese Interagency Network, expressed the need for services supporting abused Portuguese-speaking women in Toronto. Early funding arrived from an Abrigo Centre Christmas Drive, federal Charitable Status, and in 1993, member agency status in the United Way. Partnerships with St. Mary's Secondary School, the Multilingual Access to Social Assistance Program, and collaborations with Chinese Family Life, COSTI, and the Family Service Association of Toronto."
Abstract The October 18th roundtable on TVO, broadcast from the Munk Centre for International Studies, presented a discussion of "globalization" that was at times both illuminating and confusing. Given the wide-ranging nature of the debate, and the interconnectedness of almost every element under discussion, it is difficult to narrow the debate down into three main arguments. However, perhaps the three most striking arguments were: 1) What is globalization? 2) Self-determination; and 3) Social Justice. This essay will examine each of these arguments in turn, moving back and forth between the comments of the participants in the discussion and analyses in the scholarly literature on the subject. These comments and scholarly references will themselves be subjected to analysis in order to construct an argument as to which of the points-of-view on the topics under debate is most plausible.
Abstract This paper evaluates a social service organizations, the "Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture" in Toronto. The essay describes the organization as well as the services it provides for women, and then argues for a better understanding of sexual assault, torture, and post-traumatic stress when evaluating the viability of these kinds of vicitm-assistance services.
Abstract This paper examines the Air Canada Centre (ACC), stadium in Toronto, Ontario. It focuses on the dynamic demands of the client group, unique in the history of stadium construction and the responses of the architects and project managers.
Abstract This paper takes a look into the true definition of a refugee and the Australian government's stance on 'boat people' - also referred to as asylum seekers - and their policy on unauthorised arrivals. Mention is made of the condition of Australia's detention centres, and some of the conundrums faced when determining the fate of illegal immigrants. Is it fair to give a place reserved for a genuine refugee to those who do not come via established means? Additionally, the paper looks at the everyday Australian's view on multiculturalism with reference to imagined communities and the old White Australia Policy. Clearly the influx of refugees has changed the way Australians view themselvs as a nation and led many people to re-examine Australia's cultural and social makeup.
From the Paper "As Australians, we have all been touched by the recent refugee crisis in some way or another, with an increased influx of asylum seekers coming to our shores over the last few years. Indeed it is a human tragedy that people can be so desperate to flee their homeland that they are willing to travel thousands of kilometres across land and sea, eventually culminating in a "passage of terror" on an unsafe boat that more than likely would be carrying three to four times the normal number of passengers. The arrival of these "boat people" has caused of a division within our society ? those who are accommodating to the fact that these people have fled their county and should be allowed to stay, and those who believe that an influx of so called "illegal" refugees will lead to a perceived loss of national identity ? who want them to be sent back where they came from if no sufficient enough reason is forthcoming. The plight of international refugees is a cause for global concern, however understanding the key issues can be difficult for those with little background knowledge."
Abstract This paper focuses on the important aspects of Moira's character and her relationship with others in the "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood. It examines how the character Moira provides an almost type of sub-plot to the novel, demonstrating a variation of how other people live in the society of Gilead in order to remind the reader that the Gileadean regime stretches further than the limitations of Offred's household. It shows how, particularly for the main protagonist, Offred, how Moira acts as hope representing to her and the other women at the Red Centre all what they would like to be, but would not dare.
From the Paper "Whenever Moira appears in the novel her individuality and dissidence is vividly expressed, as she constantly subverts Gilead's absolute authority. Essentially she provides resistance to the Gilead regime, directly ignoring the doctrines and constantly expressing her discord with the new society. She is unable to be terrorised into even outward conformity, and even when she is forced to become a prostitute (which would have been against her feminist ideals) she still remains the embodiment of female heroism. While the issues that Moira embodies are harrowing to the modern audience, her liberal character is something they can associate with; which serves as a literary device to make the other characters appear more unfamiliar and further alienated from a society they can recognise."
Abstract In this essay, the writer documents the importance of organizational management in a globalizing environment. The writer explains that proper resource management depends on the understanding of the organizational environment. The writer focuses on perceived job satisfaction in two different settings.
Further, the writer discusses the importance of promoting job satisfaction and employee morale within the workplace.
From the Paper "The globalization of the international economy, together with the relatively rapid evolution of many peripheral economies to more advanced stages of development leads to the need for organizational management in such countries to develop and implement effective human resource management strategies to promote job satisfaction and employee morale. The success of any organization depends largely upon the performance of its employees. Performance levels in turn depend largely on the perceived job satisfaction of ... "
Tags: Human resource management, call centre, manufacturing floor, job satisfaction
Abstract This paper provides an overview of multiple forms of therapeutic models and a case study, and attempts to find an appropriate therapeutic model that best suits the needs of the client. The person-centred approach to therapy is used as a means of framing the discussion. The case study is a woman who has recently been abandoned by her husband and with whom the therapist feels a close personal association.
From the Paper "The therapeutic process is extremely evocative from an emotional perspective, as well as from the perspective of the degree of personal investment that the client has to dedicate towards introspection and the assessment of self-motivation. As a result, the therapist also needs to have a personal engagement with the client; the therapist's own personality and experiences are blended into the session, causing one author to comment that "one could quite rightly argue that there are as many forms of therapeutic practice as there are therapists."
Abstract This paper discusses the use of theories within social work in order to inform practice. In particular it compares two popular theories, cognitive behavioural therapy and task-centred work. It attempts to show some of the positive and negative aspects of the theories involved, in relation to service user's feelings at being the beneficiary of such work. It also looks at how the use of theories can influence the levels of empowerment, an anti-oppressive practice within social work, and the level of service user participation attained by the use of such theories.
From the Paper "Task-centred theory has five states to its approach which are exploring problems, reaching an agreement, identifying and objective, task achievement and finally termination of the work (Howe 1987). It is an approach which focuses on how individuals interact within their own environment, in order for improvements to be made in their current circumstances, by the accomplishment of negotiated and easily achievable tasks. This method relies on the service user making decisions about what they want changing and enables them to identify resources they already have in order to achieve this. This approach can increase the awareness and self esteem of service users and is in direct contrast to the theory of labelling (Coulshed and Orme 1998).
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Abstract The paper discusses how the widespread use of networked computers that comprise the Internet have fundamentally transformed how people communicate and the language structures through which this communication is achieved. In particular, it argues the thesis that the technology known as instant messaging (IM) is transforming language and the social networks that are dependent upon language for maintenance and growth. The argument is made that while this new mode of communication represents a distinct language use and de-centres face-to-face communications, it remains a highly efficient mode of communication for its users who have made a range of innovations in language structure to meet the design of this new medium.
From the Paper "It is interesting to note, however, that the popularity of IM does not immediately translate into other forms of text-based communications such as text-messaging via cell phones. Indeed, only one-third of American teens have ever used a cell phone for sending a text message (Bryant et al. 580). This high level of difference suggests that IM is somehow structurally more attractive for its users. In understanding language use and structure in IM it is necessary to therefore see how this form of text-based communication is similar to text messaging and email, and how it is different. Clearly, technologically sophisticated users have radically different perspectives of these different vehicles for communication."
Abstract This paper discusses two common and popular forms of psychotherapy in practice today - the person-centred approach developed by Carl Rogers and the Gestalt approach. The paper describes the background and development of each approach and looks at how they are applied in a therapy setting. The paper also briefly compares the two approaches.
From the Paper "Gestalt therapists are much more active participants in the therapy relationship than are Rogerian therapists. The Gestalt method is much more therapist directed, using specific exercises to achieve specific goals (Greenberg et al., 1994). While the relationship is still one of equality between the therapist and the client, the therapist plays much more of a guiding role. Rogerian therapy can be quite frustrating for an individual who is highly intelligent and genuinely concerned about their own personal issues. The lack of concrete direction and even the lack of true judgement can lead to frustration that they are not truly receiving any help. However, for individuals who simply need to have their self-worth and self-esteem bolstered, the Rogerian approach can be quite effective. Gestalt therapy is more effective for individuals requiring a more structured analysis of their emotions, thoughts and behaviours as Gestalt therapists play an active role in pointing out distortions and disowned emotions present in the client. Overall, Gestalt Therapy probably offers a greater chance of success for most individuals due to the higher levels of structure and guidance (Greenberg et al., 1994). Additionally, a Gestalt therapist may be more inclined to actually point out deficiencies within the client or true causes of concern with respect to the client's behaviour, thought patterns or emotional functioning. This higher level of involvement may lead to faster problem solving."
This paper looks at the theory of conversation analysis, which analyzes and identifies the different denotations, implications, backgrounds and perspectives of the discussions that take place within a community or an institution.
Abstract In this article, the writer notes that discussions and their evaluations that take place are simultaneously significant for a society to identify and solve any problem or deficits that they are facing. The writer points out that conversation analysis is one of the ways that was initiated 3 decades ago to analyze discussions. It is considered the most popular offshoot of the field of discourse analysis. The writer discusses that since its birth, the concept of conversation analysis has proven to be a popular overall tool especially when dealing with social and communal issues. The writer studies conversation analysis focusing on this concept within a call center. The writer concludes that the main elements for conversation analysis within a call centre revolve around the potential evaluations at the micro and macro grounds of an interaction, the management of taking turns, the management of the entire design of the interaction, the concept and use of adjacency pairs, the preference management structure and the supervision or management of expressions.
Outline:
Introduction
Conversation Analysis
Conversation Analysis: Practical Groundwork
Conversation Analysis within a Call Centre Facets of Conversational Exchanges within a Corporate Call Centre Conversation Analysis and Related Criticism
Conclusion
From the Paper "The link between the two forms of researches that conversation analysts have focused on: ordinary conversation and institutional talk is of hierarchical nature. One of the two, the ordinary conversation, because of its existence from the initiation of conversation analysis takes the higher place on the ladder of hierarchy. Furthermore, the ordinary conversation format is far more experienced and has been far more researched then the institutional talk format because of its nature to include both the individuals' outlook as well as the community's outlook. The format of institutional talk, which includes the schools, media, courts, etc., is comparatively a newer concept and hence has been more popular for the recent researchers; this is also why it has been going through far more shared modifications in recent years."
