Abstract This paper reviews and discusses the various methods of data input. The paper takes a look at the accuracy, convenience and quality of these methods of data input, focusing primarily on the accuracy of each.
From the Paper "When dealing with printed questionnaires, keyboard entry is the best choice for data input. Unlike handwriting, which most of the times is unclear and therefore severely affects the accuracy of data input, the keyboard method avoids uncertainty. Among this method's advantages, one of the most important is that most people are familiar with using keyboards and with the key's layouts, so there is no or little training required for using keyboards. Also, an optical mark recognizer can be used. Optical mark recognition is a fast and accurate data input method that basically refers to capturing data by contrast reflectivity at predetermined positions on a page. This data input method presents several advantages, like the wide range of application. It can be applied for community surveys, consumer surveys, tests and assessments, evaluations and feedback, data compilation, product evaluation, inventory counts, membership subscription forms, and other printed material. Also, the optical mark recognizer identifies rapidly the answers marked by users and calculates scores. However, this method has its disadvantages also: it is not suitable for large amounts of text, or some data can be lost in the scanning process. "
Abstract This paper highlights the importance of ensuring that all data input to a system is error-free. The paper points out that, as the uses for data expand and as the amount of data input increases, the need for accuracy of input also increases. The paper then provides recommendations for optimal methods of data input for several different situations.
From the Paper "Computer systems, software, and applications are basically created to provide efficiency in accomplishing a task. If the data used by a system is inaccurate, what help and sense will a computer system provide to its users? Accuracy of data input is important because data is considered as the life of a successful system operation. Jack Olson has the following view on the importance of data. Such importance provides the reason why accuracy of data input is similarly important."
Abstract Complete historical accuracy is often difficult to achieve. That is why most works of literature and movies about historical occurrences take some degree of fiction for granted and try to work and provide the best and most historically agreed-upon viewpoint possible. This search for historical accuracy in movies and works of literature about events in history is also shown in Cameron's 1997 movie, "Titanic," which uses the fiction of a love story between the film's lead characters, Jack and Rose, and sets this fictional love story during an historical occurrence, the sinking of the Titanic ocean-liner, the supposedly unsinkable ship. This report examines the movie in reference to historical material to gauge its accuracy and also looks at what might be considered to be the movie's overriding purpose. The viewpoint of the movie is also analyzed before the report concludes.
From the Paper "One can see by looking at this movie in terms of actual history, therefore, that the movie has its own fictional plot that is transported or grafted onto an historical event. The director plays up historical accuracy and detail in reference to the event, but not to the main characters. Although some of the people in first class with whom Jack and Rose interact are based on real historical characters who were on board, these people are not the focus of the movie's plot direction. In terms of plot as well as character, the movie shows a mix of history and fiction, but the director does their best to stay true to the actual events of the sinking chronologically."
Abstract Church history is a riveting topic that has been debated for centuries. There has been a great deal of discussion concerning the accuracy of certain accounts and their validity. Among the most controversial accounts of church history is that of Eusebius. This paper analyzes whether Eusebius's account of the history of the church is reliable or not.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
Eusebius and Church History
Accuracy of Eusebius' Accounts
Issues that Lead some to Believe that his Accounts were Inaccurate
Conclusion
Works Cited
From the Paper "The other designation was derived from the fact that Eusebius was a friend of Pamphilus, who was a martyr and a presbyter of Caesarea (Schaff and Wace). Most historians believe that Eusebius was well educated in the areas of biblical science, theological science, and secular philosophy (Schaff and Wace). Historians also believe that his methods of study were greatly influenced by his instructors. One such instructor was Pamphilus who in all probability encouraged a young Eusebius to read the works of many great philosophers."
Abstract This paper analyzes what makes a quality historical movie. The analysis focuses on authenticity and accuracy, and the paper includes why it is difficult to render historical authenticity and accuracy in the case of particular personages and/or events.
From the Paper "The production of historical film requires a number of considerations in order to be considered a great historical film with respect to accuracy. From authenticity to avoiding inventions added for their own sake, producing a great historical film requires more than producing a merely successful narrative film. Films like "The Birth of a Nation" and "Gone with the Wind" may be considered great films about the Civil War but they are prevented from being considered great historical films because they are not historically accurate."
Tags: characterization, settings, politics, African Americans, Christ, Civil War, history
Abstract This paper discusses Thucydides and his account of the Peloponnesian War. The paper considers the historical accuracy of this account and examines the behavior of the Athenians at that time. Secondary sources are used to verify the accuracy of Thucydides' account.
From the Paper "Thucydides provides probably the most reliable account of the Peloponnesian War. Thucydides was born around 460 B.C. in the city state known as Athens. He participated in the Peloponnesian War and ultimately provided the best historical account of the War and the eventual defeat of Athens. Why is Thucydides' account considered so reliable? The answer is because Thucydides was well known for his historical accuracy and his strong aversion to myth. This means that Thucydides provided a factual account of the political, economic, social and military factors and events in the Peloponnesian War."
Abstract The paper explains that multislice CT angiography is a potentially useful and cost-effective, non-invasive diagnostic modality. The paper discusses multislice angiography's diagnostic accuracy in different diseases, including cerebral vascular disease, aneurysms, pulmonary embolism, coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease. The paper also points out that multislice CT angiography's technology is quickly outpacing the conventional angiography. The paper notes, however, that some surgeons still prefer the time-tested angiography in spite of its invasive nature, discomfort to the patient and potential risk for hemorrhage.
Outline:
Introduction
Diagnostic Accuracy in Different Diseases
Future Developments of Multislice CT Angiography
From the Paper "Conventional angiography is considered as the golden standard technique in vascular imaging. Its main attributes include real-time visualization of target vessels, which makes it ideal not only for direct visualization of the vasculature of any accessible organ, but also for conducting therapeutic procedures. This provides angiography procedures with the distinct advantage of being able to diagnose and treat vascular diseases with one procedure. This comes at a cost. Another main attribute of angiography is its invasive nature. Most procedures involve gaining vascular access through the femoral artery, which presents as a potential problem post-procedure. While local pressure and close post-procedure monitoring can prevent life-threatening hemorrhaging, subjecting patients to seemingly unnecessary invasive procedures has prompted the development of other imaging modalities to match the real-time precision of angiographic imaging as well as remain non-invasive."
Abstract This paper examines ProstaScint imaging effectiveness and accuracy in detecting distant metastases and specifically bone metastases. The study specifically seeks findings concerning false positive and false negative results and the inaccuracies or accuracies in diagnosis of metastatic bone lesions due to prostrate cancer.
Table of Contents:
Objective
Statement of Thesis
Literature Review
Summary of Findings
From the Paper "While ProstaScint does have limitations in use due to the risk for false positive readings when used by inexperienced clinical staff ProstaScint is a very useful tool in detecting lymph node metastases especially in newly diagnosed patients and moreover the use of ProstaScint in those with a high-risk disease enables the appropriate selection of patients for therapies that are potentially curative in nature. It is likely that with advanced knowledge and experience in this procedures that even more success will be realized in its use. Proper training of staff in the use of ProstaScint imaging and diagnosis of images is noted as being specifically relevant in the successful use of this technique."
Abstract The paper evaluates the effectiveness, in terms of increased accuracy and velocity, of global distributed order management systems within the FedEx operating divisions and the resulting impact on key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics of performance. The paper shows how FedEx is experiencing significant revenue growth due to the higher levels of accuracy in their commitment dates and overall supply chain performance. The paper also points out the company's challenges of maintaining growth. The paper includes tables that illustrate the financial performance of FedEx.
Outline:
Introduction
Literature Review
Analyzing FedEx Supply Chain Performance
Conclusion
From the Paper "FedEx (FDX) is the world's global logistics provider and express transportation company, operating in 220 countries worldwide, offering time-based delivery of packages and freight from envelope to cargo-ship container size in scope. Four service divisions comprise the organization with the FedEx Services Division synchronizing selling, marketing information and communication technologies, and logistics optimization and infrastructure throughout the global enterprise. The four divisions that comprise FedEx include FedEx Express, which contributes the largest percentage of revenue and profitability, FedEx Freight, FedEx Ground, and FedEx Kinko's. FedEx Express is comprised of 670 planes in its fleet and due to the continual need for logistics services from its customers, a FedEx plane is in the air ever hour of every day. The FedEx supply chain relies on accuracy and velocity of transactions to maintain profitability in addition to optimization of logistics scheduling and service delivery."
Abstract This paper is a historical film review on the controversial movie "Caligula" based on the life of Gaius Caesar. It reviews the movie for content and historical accuracy and context. The author examines the early popularity of the Roman emperor, as well as his life as a sexual deviant and sadist, and his fall from grace. The paper also discusses the controversy surrounding the film's production.
From the Paper "Gaius Caesar, 12 AD to 41 AD, the fourth Caesar, was Roman Emperor from 37 A.D to 41 A.D. He was the great-nephew- adopted grandson- of Tiberius and the son of the Roman General Germanicus, Encarta. He earned the nickname Caligula as a very young child traveling with his parents. He was said to wear a miniature military uniform and became a sort of mascot for the Roman army, Grant, as mentioned in the early scenes of the movie, Caligula, about his reign as Emperor. The movie, produced by Penthouse Films, was a very graphic and sexually explicit look at Gaius? rise to power and eminent fall. Although the entire film was full of gratuitous nudity and violence, it was actually a very informative and historically accurate portrayal, if not cinematically or artistically valuable."
Tags: caesar, deviance, emporers, film, history, movie, roman, gaius
Abstract Examines background, methodology and accuracy of remote (satellite) sensing and identifying of land cover for ecological and commercial purposes. Includes table and illustrations.
From the Paper "Methodologies Used in Identifying Land Cover Types
Abstract
This paper reviews background, methodology, and accuracy, regarding remote sensing and identifying land cover types. Rational is discussed regarding the use of remote sensing apparatus, multi spectral imaging, supervised and unsupervised techniques. The origins of GIS are discussed. Key methods, (supervised and unsupervised), are defined. Comparisons between digital and visual classifications are made. Spectral mixture analysis and supervised classification geometric correction are discussed. The superiority of visual classification is stated."
Abstract This paper discusses the Coca Cola crisis in Belgium, when school children became ill from drinking Coca Cola and thus began a corporate nightmare in which the company performed a textbook example of how not to handle a crisis. This paper traces the Coca-Cola company's handling of the crisis and concludes with a suggested revision of how it should have been handled.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Coca-Cola Background
Missteps
Positive Steps
A Better Way to Handle the Crisis
No Apparent Crisis Response Plan
Speed of Response
Accuracy of Response
Focus of Response
Tone of the Response
Credibility of the Response
From the Paper "Coca Cola's apparent reaction was to investigate rapidly what could have caused the contamination. The investigation centered on the two Coca-Cola bottling plants in Belgium, which are owned by Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc. (CCE.N), the largest bottler of Coke products in the world, a company which is 40 percent owned by the Coca-Cola Company. By Tuesday, June 15, company investigators working with French and Belgian authorities reported that there was a belief that faulty carbon dioxide at Coke's factory in Antwerp, Belgium and fungicide on pallets used to transport the drinks from Dunkirk to Belgium may have contaminated the drinks in question."
Abstract This paper discusses the research, methodology used and implications of the article "Accuracy of Mothers' Memories of Conversations with their Preschool Children", by M. Bruck, S.J, Ceci and E. Francoeur, which appeared in the March 1999 issue of "Journal of Experimental Psychology". The paper shows that the research examined how, whether and to what extent mothers could remember conversations with their small children and suggested implications for forensic uses by adults of childhood reports.
From the Paper "Dependent variables for transcript recognition had to do with (1) the accuracy of mothers' identification or "detection" of each of the independent variables in a transcript, plus (1a) identification of whether surface-structure change was of speaker attribution or of switching of spontaneous and prompted response; and (2) accuracy of mothers' corrections of independent variables identified as inaccurate, plus (2a) accuracy of mothers' changes of speaker attribution and/or whether a response had been spontaneous or prompted."
Abstract This paper discusses how while 21st century technological advances in medicine offer promises of disease eradication, they bring with them a cost and how this cost may take many forms: A loss of privacy, a loss of ownership and a loss of control. It looks at how we must be careful to determine how such technological advances are utilized, be alert to their misuse and set up effective review boards and regulations to insure access, permit scientific progress yet forego misuse and manipulation by elements of greed and even experimentation for experimentation's sake. It also discusses in turn, the four major interest topics in the field of medical information ethics, privacy, accuracy, property and accessibility.
From the Paper "Ultimately, the questions that arise will be those that determine the who, when and why of treatment. Although we have many medical technology breakthroughs at our disposal today, there are many factors that contribute to their lack of use on today's medical front. One big factor is the insurance mediary who determines the necessity of such treatments, often denying life-saving procedures based on insurance coverage measures. In some cases, HMO groups pay physicians for their lack of specialist referrals. Equipment for procedures is expensive and may not be acquired by hospitals that feature care for high demographics of low-income patients. Therefore, a determination of patient privilege based on race, income or other increment may be purported. Is it ethical to withhold life-saving treatment from a patient based on their race?"
Abstract This paper discusses whether F. Scott Fitzgerald is found to be accurate in his fictional portrayal of prohibition, gangsters, the American Dream and new women of the 1920s. By examining various aspects in the novel, this paper compares the reality of the 1920's, to the way it is described in "The Great Gatsby" and examines its accuracy.
From the Paper "F. Scott Fitzgerald was accurate in his portrayal of the aristocratic flamboyancy and indifference of the 1920s. In his novel, The Great Gatsby, Fitzgerald explores many aspects of indifference and flamboyancy. A large influence on this society was the pursuit of the American Dream. Gangsters played a heavily influential role in the new money aristocracy of the 1920s. The indifference was mainly due to the advent of Prohibition in 1920. One major societal revolution in this period was that of the ?new women,? who expressed new actions and beliefs. In The Great Gatsby, Fitzgerald accurately portrayed his characters Nick Carraway, Daisy and Tom Buchanan, and the novel's eponym, Jay Gatsby, as a part of the society of the 1920s."
