Abstract This paper examines how temporary labor programs have long been utilized as mechanisms to assist businesses accomplish long term goals and help fill temporary labor needs resulting from absent employees or busy employment cycles. It looks at how many youths can benefit from youth employment programs, gaining valuable skills and practical experience that will teach them how to turn classroom skills into lifelong lessons. It proposes a project to teach youths of approximately high school ages 16-18 how to establish a stable career outlook by investing in a temporary employment program.
Outline
Statement of Purpose
Setting of the Problem
History and Background of the Problem
Scope of the Proposed Research Project
Literature Review
Research Method/Design
Data Collection Plan
Data Analysis Plan
From the Paper "Temporary employment programs are put into place to help young people gain ?practical experience working for agencies.? As early as 1960 a temporary labor program was established on public lands to employ youths in maintenance and administrative positions in New York City. The assistance of youth labor not only helped youths find practical uses for classroom learned skills, it also facilitated the completion of many outstanding projects. The Mound City Group National Monument utilized temporary employment in 1967 to enhance the existing administrative and maintenance staffs (Hopewell, 2002). Use of temporary employment became much more widespread in the 1970?s, when Manpower, Inc. came about. The temporary agency augmented maintenance operations for organizations such as Mound City Group by as much as 2,871 man-hours (Hopewell, 2002)."
Abstract As young children are increasingly enrolled in various forms of non-parental education outside of the home, there has been a growing interest since the 1960s in determining the degree to which preschool programs influence children's learning, development and later educational outcomes. A particular concern raised by those interested in the influences of preschool participation focuses on the degree to which inequalities in early care and education may be responsible for much of the inequality in later educational outcomes within the U.S. On the basis of the ongoing questions that have emerged regarding the benefits of preschool, this research report addresses and clarifies the influence of preschool on educational success in kindergarten. In addition, the research identifies factors that have been found to influence the degree to which preschool participation impacts successful educational outcomes in kindergarten. Factors under consideration are child characteristics, program characteristics and social/environmental characteristics. The study is conducted via the use of the heuristic research method in which six studies were examined for the purposes of determining the association between preschool and educational outcomes in kindergarten.
From the Paper "Similar findings were reported by Campbell, Pungello, Miller-Johnson, Burchinal & Ramey (2001) in their study of the Abecedarian Project. The study was initiated more than twenty years ago and has followed over one hundred low-income children from infancy to young adulthood. As reported by the researchers, of the 111 infants originally involved in the study, 57 were assigned to an early intervention child care program and 54 received care in some other setting. Each child in the early intervention program had an individualized program of educational activities which was designed to enhance social, emotional, and cognitive development. Children in the program received at least five years of this specialized care until they left the program for kindergarten. On the basis of ongoing measurement, the researchers reported that children who participated in the intervention program had higher cognitive test scores from the toddler years through the age of 21, as well as higher academic achievement in reading and math from the primary grades through young adulthood".
Abstract This paper provides the outline for a full research document exploring heat acclimation training for firefighters. This paper provides the outlines for the abstract, introduction, literature review and methodology sections. The paper takes the position that heat acclimation is dangerous because is stresses the body needlessly and other, safer, alternatives are available.
Abstract This paper provides the parameters for a hypothetical research study designed to address three key factors in the shortage of professional nurses in the medical profession. It should be noted that this study is inherently flawed from the outset, as most studies are designed to only prove the presence of one key factor in any set relationship. Because of this flaw, this study shall therefore be designed using the survey method, where professional nurses are required to fill out a survey regarding their professional lives and the problems that they find therein.
This paper compares the anthropological techniques used by Clifford Geertz in his book, "Deep Play: Notes on the Balinese Cockfight", and Michael Moore, in his film, ?Bowling for Colombine".
1,220 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 2 sources, 2004, $ 41.95
Abstract This paper discusses that, when most people observe aspects of an issue that they are studying, it is often difficult not to come up with certain generalizations regarding aspects of a society. The author believes that, through their observations and studies, Geertz and Moore are able to find some in-depth looks at the societies they study; but they come up with some general conclusions in a scientific way, without enough evidence to support them.
From the Paper "Through applying certain anthropological methods, Clifford Geertz makes some strong points in his study of the Balinese cockfights. In order for him to study appropriately the Balinese cockfights, it was essential for him to become more of a part of the Balinese culture. Only by this can an anthropologist obtain a better understanding and a more in-depth perspective of a certain aspect of a society. Most people that would observe the cockfights would view it as a spectator sport, without much meaning behind the activity. After all, the Balinese government ruled the cockfights illegal and was ashamed that the fights were part of the Balinese culture."
Abstract This paper presents a study in which students from a middle and high school completed a battery of assessments to determine the moderating effects of perceived social support, academic achievement, and academic involvement on the relationship between Supportive Educational Services (SES) and early sexual experiences. The paper shows that significant effects were found for perceived social support and academic achievement, but not for academic involvement. These findings underscore the necessity of parents to be involved in their children's lives and work to keep them interested in their schoolwork. The paper also includes tables.
From the Paper "One variable expected to have an effect on the timing of sexual intercourse is academic performance. Past studies have shown that school performance and educational aspirations are strong predictors of both sexual activity and teen pregnancy (Hogan & Kitagawa, 1985; Moore, Peterson, & Furstenberg, 1986). Adolescents who score higher on tests, receive better grades in school, and report higher educational aspirations are less likely than their peers to engage in early sexual activity. Because grades are correlated with the socioeconomic position of the student's family (see Chapell & Overton, 2002; Dumais, 2002; Sutton & Soderstrom, 1999), studying adolescents from low SES families who perform well in school may help to determine if academic performance moderates the relationship between low socioeconomic status and timing of sexual intercourse."
The following proposal identifies the key characteristics of strategic planning and implementation in business organizations, regardless of their designation as a for-profit or not-for-profit entity.
Abstract The following research proposal seeks to fulfill the following primary objectives: A discussion of quality in relation to strategic management; the significance of effective strategic planning processes; the difference between strategic thinking and strategic planning; strategic positioning in not-for-profit organizations; strategic development in entrepreneurial-minded firms; and the effective utilization of strategic tools in organizations of all sizes. Each of these concepts is discussed in the literature review and serves as background information for the proposed research study and methodology in question.
From the Paper "An article by Beecroft (1999) entitled "The role of quality in strategic management" discusses the significance of quality considerations in the development of effective organizational strategies. Of primary concern is the relationship between quality, short and long-term objectives, and bottom line profits. According to the author, "Conformance to design and customer requirements translates to quality, therefore higher conformance is higher quality. Higher quality results in lower costs and increases competitiveness, leading to an increase in sales and market share, more jobs and improved profitability" (p. 499). In relation to strategic planning and implementation, the consideration of quality as an overall dynamic for future success must be included in any given strategic initiative. Quality must always be considered in relation to productivity and profitability to promote a successful venture. The author also indicates that "quality strategy should include a quality mission, vision and/or policy documents"the quality strategy is a vital element to building the quality process and expectations of the organization? (p. 500). Regardless of the direction that is chosen for strategic implementation, matters of quality must be taken into account to initiate widespread change and acceptance."
Abstract This paper presents a research proposal. It begins with the thesis statement: if spiritual maturity comes only from a dynamic faith, then Christian education must be anchored in principles of free will and dynamic intercourse. It then describes proposed research methods and contexts and lists the problem. It briefly summarizes a literature review and discusses research methods and assumptions, as well as proposed research results and arguments.
From the Paper "Spiritual maturity only comes from a dynamic Christian faith capable of adaptation and change within the orthodox boundaries of so-called "mere" Christianity. Yet many Christians today are loosing their essential faith, turning to agnosticism and athiesm out of disillunsionment or misguided moral obligation. Christian education is failing the majority of its students -- in order to succeed, it must adapt its methods to become a support for, rather than impediment to, the dynamic God-directed path of the individual believer."
Abstract Discusses background and definitions, theory in scientific inquiry, applications of quantitative statistical methods, descriptive statistics, statistical inference techniques, internal validity, measuring instruments, and reliability.
From the Paper "This paper reviewed concepts and issues involved in research design and statistical analysis. The discussions covered ..."
Abstract Examines the increase of juvenile sexual aggression, abuse, and assault. Considers the characteristics of adolescent sex offenders and the use of psychotherapy to understand criminal behavior. The paper proposes a research study.
From the Paper "Research Proposal:
Psychopathology of Juvenile Male Sex Offenders
Review of Literature
There is evidence of a significant increase in the reports of juvenile sexual aggression and sexual abuse with sexual assault in general one of the fastest growing ..."
Abstract A 1999 article by James L. Pirkle and John T. Bernert, entitled "Evaluation of Four Maternal Smoking Questions", used a survey method for research. This paper examines this survey instrument with regards to its validity and reliability, as well as its appropriateness for the task at hand. The data collection method the authors used and the levels of data measurement for variables are also discussed in order to fully understand the research that was done and whether it was completed in such a way as to be statistically significant and valid.
From the Paper "Analysis of the survey instrument would indicate that it is valid and reliable. There is always some question as to reliability in any given survey instrument, simply because there is no way to guarantee that the people answering the questions are telling the truth. Because of this, the final data could be affected, but the likelihood is that the lies told on the survey, if any, are of a small enough number not to be statistically significant."
Abstract This paper explains that, while a cure is probably decades away, some of the most promising treatments for Alzheimer's actually include the use of vitamins.The author designs a study, which uses a diverse set of test groups with a large number of participants and a number of research tests conducted over a 5-year period. The paper reports that, if there is a nutritional link between the onset of the disease, the groups with the poorest personal nutritional history should present the highest occurrence of the disease; the groups receiving supplements and having the higher levels of personal nutritional well-being will present the lowest level of Alzheimer's disease.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Statement of the Problem and Research Hypothesis
Literature review
Methods
Sample
Methods
Measures
Data Analysis
Conclusion
From the Paper "In another study, William B. Grant, a NASA research scientist, suggests estrogen therapy, Vitamin E and the anti-inflammatory drug ibuprofen may also help reduce incidence of the dreaded memory-loss disease. Grant produced no original research, but rather analyzed data in previously published studies on the prevalence of Alzheimer's and components of the national diets for 11 countries. His statistical analysis showed a strong correlation between high-fat diets and high rates of the disease."
Abstract One of the most important and basic areas of organizational essentials is that of the relationship and compatibility between the conceptual perspectives and ideologies of the CEO and the collective platform of human resources; this is typically the most critical factor in regard to determining the productivity inherent to any particular firm. This paper presents a comprehensive research proposal, which ultimately concludes that motivation and hygiene are the most crucial components in regard to determining the degree of influence that the CEO yields over his or her staff members.
Paper Outline
Part I: Introduction, Purpose and Organization
Introduction
Thesis
The Purpose of the Study
The Scope of the Study
Limitations of the Study
General Background Information; Contemporaneous Organizational Socio- Psychology
The Voluntary Sector
The Motivation Factor
Part II: Theory
Analysis of the Methodological Characteristics of the Study
Part II: Data and Measurement
The Relevance of Two Opposing Psychological Tendencies
The Instrumentality of the Two Theories, X and Y
Employee Satisfaction and its Quantitative Standards
The Hierarchy of Needs & its Motivational Relevance
Part III: Data and Measurement
Part IV: Methods and Measurements
Part V: Results and Normative Paradigms
Part VI: Summary, Conclusions and Paradigm Overviews and Alternatives
References
From the Paper "John J. Morse and Jay W. Lorsch, within their study, Beyond Theory Y, 2000, take into consideration the relevance of the psychologies of employees to the intrinsic rate of organizational productivity. They assertively decree the existence of a Theory Y, that upholds and lends to the worker's naturally inherent interest in the mode of work (s) that he or she is expected to perform. The employee prefers to be self- directed and seeks responsibility. The worker is ready to solve business problems. On the other hand, there is also the acknowledgement of a Theory X, which assumes that people naturally dislike work and subsequently, that they have to be coerced, controlled and directed toward the particularly necessary organizational goals."
This paper discusses, with the inclusion of a qualitative research project, the supply-chain elements of e-commerce, or electronic commerce, and its effect on traditional businesses supply chains.
Abstract This paper explains that an electronically documented supply chain, extending the entire length of the distance a product travels, creates a business climate in which there is a far higher degree of accountability and responsibility than there was before e-commerce. The author's research is based on guided, unstructured interviews with managers in both small and large companies that use EDI systems as a part of their overall business strategy of incorporating an e-supply chain to increase efficiency. The paper concludes that the overall results of this research suggests that an e-supply chain raises the stakes for the suppliers, thus,in relative terms, lowering the stakes for the final company in the chain. This paper includes an extensive discussion on the philosophy of research methodology.
Table of Contents
Introduction: Statement of Problem
The E-Supply Chain as Embedded in the Structure of E-Commerce
Review of the Related Literature
E-Supply Chains as Part of Overall Business Strategy
Methodology
Quantitative versus Qualitative Research
Different Tools for Different Questions ? and Different Questioners
Validity and Reliability of Data
Research Design
Treatment of Data
Discussion
Conclusions and Recommendations
From the Paper "Companies now have a wide range of distribution networks and channels available to them as they attempt to match consumers with goods. Having the right product to offer is never enough if supply lines fail and customers cannot actually buy whatever it is that they want. Some businesses try to keep their customers happy through direct selling ? like the clothing company Land's End ? in attempt to simplify the processes of logistics and distribution so as to limit the number of possible complications in the process."
This paper is a complete original research study exploring the benefits of e-training in organizations, the challenges and tasks associated with the implementation of e-training, and how Chinese firms can benefit from such technology.
Abstract This paper defines e-training, or e-learning, as the delivery of information by means of electronic media by making use of various techniques such as the Internet, intranet, extranet, Ethernet, teleconferencing or audio conferencing, video conferencing, cable networks, broadcast by satellites, interactive television, and CD-ROM. Furthermore, e-training also can be defined as an extension in learning by means of technological networks, which are designed to deliver and administer information. The author, after an extensive review of research methodology, selects a quantitative data collection instrument, a structured questionnaire using a Likert scale. The paper relates that, in spite of the fact that e-training is renowned in the world as the best tool for training organizational employees in a very short span of time with much less cost than incurred before, the employees in this study are skeptical about e-training's overall effectiveness.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Research Statement
Importance of the Study
Rationale of the Study
Scope of the Study
Definition E-Training
Overview of the Study
Literature Review
Introduction
E-learning
E-training in China
Research Methodology
Introduction
Methodology
Instrumentation
Biology
Validity and Reliability
Processing of the Data
Population
Data Collection
Research Design
Sample
Aims of Research
Ethical Considerations
Research Findings
Introduction
Score Card
Findings
Discussion
Summary and Conclusions
From the Paper "According to a report from a discussion forum, up till 2000 Chinese firms could not even think of e-training or online training or education. While 2001 statistics reveal that e-learning has gained the prominence of being at one of the top thirty priorities with the Chinese firms. As such it is given that in the corporate world, majority of the development and market growth is attributed to the adoption of e-learning in the wake of the importance shown by other multinational companies operating in China. It is also reported that there are many medium sized Chinese companies that has adapted e-learning practices as a way to improve and as such this improvement is leading towards the growth in the market in the coming years in areas like telecommunication, banking, and finance."
