Abstract The paper discusses figures of sight and blindness used in the play "M Butterfly" examining Gallimard and Song's relationship in the greatest detail. A look at the Western depiction of Eastern women.
From the paper:
"David Henry Hwang uses figures of seeing and not-seeing to depict the relationship between the East and the West in his play M. Butterfly, an inversion of Puccini's opera Madame Butterfly. Gallimard can turn a blind eye to the fact that Song is a man in disguise because of his deeply-ingrained, stereotypically Western fantasy of Eastern women as submissive, fragile ?Madame Butterflies.? Gallimard is so enamored of the Madame Butterfly fantasy that he cannot see past it, and he is blinded to the obvious fact that his ?Butterfly? is a far cry from the original."
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Historical account of Giacomo Puccini's careet in relation to his famous opera, Madama Butterfly, with comment on the opera's strengths and weaknesses.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, 2002, $ 44.95
Abstract The popularity of Giacomo Puccini's 1904 opera Madama Butterfly has endured for nearly a century, despite both positive and negative views expressed by critics. This paper traces the evolution of Puccini's career in relation to this composition and describes the history, strengths, and weaknesses of the opera.
Abstract This paper explores the lack of effective leadership in an organization within a technology company. In addition, the paper also explores what would be necessary to make the leadership of the organization more effective.
Table of Contents:
Background
Overview of OCI Profile
Problem Statement
Literature Review
Definition of Leadership
What is Effective Leadership?
Importance of Effective Leadership
Leader-Member Exchange Theory
Situational Leadership Model
Problem Analysis
Solutions
Reflection
Appendix
References
From the Paper "Background:
The organization under study is The Market Intelligence Team (MIT) in the Consumer Americas Marketing (CAM) organization within Hewlett-Packard (HP). MIT is responsible for managing primary and secondary research projects, and disseminating research information to the larger CAM organization. The MIT is comprised of nine members that are geographically dispersed. The members of the MIT have been working together since a company-wide reorganization that took place one year previously. The reorganization was implemented as a result of a decision made by the board of directors and executive council to move the company into the twenty-first century and become more customer-focused. In addition, the reorganization was also to address that employees and customers felt that the company was losing the famed "HP way", or spirit created by founders Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard (Connolly, 2003). As a result of the re-organization several members of the MIT have job descriptions that are significantly different than the job description of the position they were hired for."
Abstract This paper discusses the effect that clouds have on the greenhouse effect. The paper is written as if it were discussing the opinions of three groups of scientists. The first group believes that clouds counteract the greenhouse effect; the second says they make it worse and the last don't know.
From the Paper "The greenhouse effect is one of the least understood environmental problems. Most people think of the greenhouse effect in negative terms. However, it must be realized that the greenhouse effect is essential for life of earth. For example, in A Green History of the World Clive Ponting states, Without greenhouse gases in the atmosphere to trap outgoing terrestrial infra-red radiation, the average temperature on the earth would be about -18 degrees Celsius and too cold for life. These gases primarily carbon dioxide and methane, maintain the temperature at about 15 degrees Celsius (Ponting, 1991, p. 387)."
Abstract This is a paper about the effects of educational technology on schools. It considers the broader context of the significance of the computer revolution and its effects. The paper also looks at the need to improve teachers' ability to use educational technologies effectively.
From the Paper "With the development of new technologies such as graphics software and the Internet computers have come to play a very significant role in our schools' ability to provide quality education to students..."
Abstract This paper states that St. John's Wort is effective in the treatment of severe depression. The paper assesses its effectiveness when correlated with the effects of a placebo. It cites numerous sources in a literature review format such that studies are scrutinized with the suggestion that sources be judged based on their authors and placement.
Abstract This paper discusses periodontal disease which ranges from the relatively mild gingivitis, which is reversible, to Periodontitis, which is treatable but not reversible. It explains that the effects of this latter condition are unfortunate, including bad breath, lost teeth and an unattractive smile. The paper contends that other effects can be devastating and even fatal to the patient or to her unborn child. The paper examines the various effects of the condition in each of its stages.
From the Paper "Periodontal disease is extremely common, yet largely preventable. Although genetic factors and the presence of certain diseases may predispose the subject to periodontal disease, in most cases, the cause is poor dental hygiene. The effects of chronic periodontal disease are serious: in addition to tooth loss and chronic bad breath, it may also accelerate the risk of heart disease and stroke, complications in pregnancy, uncontrolled blood sugar, and pneumonia (Mayo Clinic 1-2). The term "periodontal" means "around the tooth" and refers to the gums and bone that surround and support adult teeth. In a healthy mouth, the gums are firm and elastic, and follow the edges of the teeth in a scalloped pattern. Brushing and flossing can be accomplished without discomfort or bleeding. However, even in this ideal state, there is a shallow crevice called the sulcus, between the tooth and the surrounding gum. Plaque, the sticky substance that forms naturally on ..."
Abstract This paper examines the effects of shift work on staff personnel at a USMC (Marine Expeditionary Force) Command Center in Japan. It looks at the critical functions of the command center, the problem of lack of sleep for staff assigned to command center duty and proposes an action plan to alter the work schedule.
Abstract This paper discusses the importance of effective communication, as well as delineates what exactly defines "effective communication." Communication is found to be important on an everyday, "every man" level given and discussion is provided of the importance not simply of verbal skills but also of non-verbal skills such as listening and body language.
From the Paper "Humans communicate one with another in myriad ways each day; from verbal interactions, to written missives, and even non-verbal reactions, communication is one aspect of life that no person can allow a day to pass without engaging in. Since communication helps us define ourselves; our wants, needs, and expectations to others; what constitutes effective communication? As John Dewey once noted, "There is all the difference in the world between having something to say and having to say something." (www.motivational-inspirational-corner.com) Throughout the course of this paper, then, I will explore what it is that constitutes effective communication. There are a wide number of sources of noise or interference that can enter into the communication process. This can occur when people now each other very well and should understand the sources of error."
Abstract This paper discusses how communication is the key thing that sets human beings apart from all the other animals. The human ability to communicate at a very sophisticated level has enabled us to build civilizations and to develop advanced technologies. The paper further discusses how in an ideal world, our ability to communicate should be developing along with our technologies. However, the paper argues that effective communication is no longer important in popular culture. According to the paper, as our ability to communicate speedily via technology has accelerated, the quality of the communication has deteriorated. We now live in a world of rapidly transmitted sound bites of mediocrity, with little effective communication taking place.
Abstract This paper discusses what public relations means to a company's success and what effective public relations are supposed to achieve for a company. The paper explains that effective public relations is dependant on the company's ability to provide a positive company image to the public, focus on the stakeholders related to the company and produce a public relations plan that will serve as a guide for all public relations issues. The paper also explains that companies that are capable of in-depth planning with regard to public relations have the ability to handle any issues that arise with positive outcomes. This includes damage to the company's image for any number of reasons and the company's ability to recover successfully. The recovery will ultimately be dependant on the image that the public has of the organization and the public's knowledge of honest concern that the business has in association with the public as stakeholders in the business.
Abstract This eight-page senior level research paper examines whether advertisements are effective in persuading consumers to buy products or services. The author also discusses whether a certain type of people are more susceptible to ads than others.
Abstract This paper explores the effect of the internet on relationships. The paper explains that the increase in internet usage has caused a gradual decline in personal feelings.
