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This paper discusses the Canadian legal system and how it is based on the notion of retributive justice - if a person is proven by our judicial system to have broken our written laws, then the system exacts retribution by imposing sanctions (such as fines or imprisonment). The paper goes on to discuss how such a system often fails to meet the needs of both the victim and the perpetrator of a crime. In this context the paper examines the healing circles and Aboriginal sentencing circles.

From the Paper
"As has been observed, we "view crime through a retributive lens. The `criminal justice' process which uses that lens fails to meet many of the needs of either victim or offender. The process neglects victims while failing to meet its expressed goals of holding offenders accountable and deterring crime." (Zehr, 1995: p. 522)"

Tags:canadian, judicial system, crime

Abstract
While many companies have argued that quality circles have resulted in dramatic cost savings, a large body of research suggests that quality circles have generally failed in the majority of companies that have implemented them. This study examines the nature of quality circles and asks whether or not they are effective mechanisms for organizational improvement.

From the Paper
"This paper aspires to examine the following question: are quality circles effective mechanisms in organizations? Proponents of quality circles have long hailed their reported benefits; often defined as team oriented work performance groups, quality circles were envisioned as a tool that organizations could utilize to enhance worker productivity, motivation and performance. Detractors of such circles have argued however, that quality circles are more "quick fix schemes" adopted by hurried managers seeking out a quick fix solution to long standing corporate dilemmas. There are many organizations that have claimed great success using quality circles; studies suggest however, that in a large majority of companies that have implemented quality circles, the failure rate is greater than 50%. This paper intends to ascertain whether or not quality circles are truly beneficial or wasteful in organizations."

Tags:organization, benefit, company, improvement

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This paper explains that W. O. Thompson's "Concentric Circles of Concern" is a thoughtful consideration of the biblical model for life-style evangelism. This book, the author believes, provides a useful resource to aid the believer in assessing the state of his or her relationships and pursuing opportunities within the context of the gospel. However, the paper asserts that Thompson does not emphasize enough that, when such opportunities present themselves, the believer must be careful to present the biblical gospel in its entirety and not merely as a cure-all for this-worldly concerns.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Summary
Evaluation
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Person x is understood to be the unknown stranger one encounters in the normal consequence of life. This person, while certainly a legitimate candidate for evangelism, is in a different position relationally than all of the other categories, in that person x does not know if the words of the evangelist are consistent with the lifestyle of the evangelist. However, for all of the other levels, the relationship must be credible and consistent or the words will come across hypocritical. These relationships are, then, paramount to Thompson's system, and he deals with each in turn."

Tags:discipleship life-style evangelism, relationships bridges redemption

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This paper discusses the last two Cantos of Dante's Inferno and considers how the punishments at this and earlier levels reflect Medieval theology

Abstract
This paper addresses the development and the functionality of the corset over four specific periods of history. Pictures of corsets are included.

Tags:POPULAR CULTURE / FADS, TRENDS, corset over ages

Abstract
This paper takes a look at how E.E. Cummings defied linguistic convention in his poetry, and how he imparted meaning to his poems that way. Includes an analysis of criticism of his work.

From the Paper
"Renowned author and poet, E. E. Cummings, sought to take the use of language to a different extreme. By rearranging the traditional sentence structure and using nouns, verbs, adverbs, and adjectives interchangeably, he was able to stir up the minds of the poetic society. His unique style of self-expression delighted the world by puzzling their minds and requiring readers to think "outside the box." "

Tags:anyone, cummings, how, in, lived, pretty, town

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"Given that effectiveness and efficiency constitute the lifeblood of the organization, researchers from numerous disciplines have studied various manners in which organizational survival can be improved using those measures which have come to be referred to as structural interventions. The improvement of organizational functioning using such interventions typically entail task modification, structural changes, and technological subsystems (French & Bell, 1986). At issue is how the work performed by employees of the organization is categorized and divided; the type of reporting mechanisms; the control mechanisms; spatial arrangements of both equipment and employees; both the work and activity flows; policies and procedures; and, management and non-management role definitions. For the purposes of this research effort, that structural intervention to be ..."

Abstract
The paper defines the unit circle as a key instrument in learning about trigonometric functions, values and concepts. The paper lists the steps to making a unit circle and provides detailed examples and graphs.

Outline:
What is the Unit Circle?
How Do I Make a Unit Circle?
How To Find Coordinates
How To Find a Reference Angle
Negative Values
In Conclusion

From the Paper
"Well, to first understand the Unit Circle, you must first understand basic graphing, because the Unit Circle is based off the circular graph x2 + y2 = 1. The Unit Circle is a circle whose values are counted counterclockwise starting from the point (1,0). Then the values- in degree and radian measure (don't worry all of this will be further explained later, so don't worry if your lost)- are used to solve trigonometry problems and equations. The values on the Unit Circle are used to find sine, cosine and tangent values as well as to find compliment and supplement angles. Overall, the Unit Circle is one of the most helpful things to know when doing the ever so complicated trigonometry. An easy was to think of the Unit Circle is that the Unit Circle is a box of primary colors, it's your red, blue and yellow. With this Unit Circle/primary color box you are able to make and understand all sorts of other colors and concepts."

Tags:pre, calculous, angles, equations, sine, cosine, tangent, values

Abstract
The historical and intellectual background of inter-war Europe is mentioned and the formation of the Vienna Circle explained. The main aims and philosophies of the Circle are discussed - the main philosophy being logical positivism which is explained that any conclusive or meaningful statement must be based on observation and experimental evidence. Any assertion that is impossible to prove or disprove is scientifically useless. Problems with this are mentioned and the nature of scientific knowledge discussed.

From the Paper
"In order to properly discuss the Vienna Circle I must first briefly describe the social, scientific and philosophical situations that led to its formation and greatly influenced the views of its supporters. I will then outline the reasons for its formation, its general philosophy (one of empiricism and logical positivism) and some of the ideas put forward by its members regarding the nature of scientific knowledge. Many problems (both practical and semantic) arose from new ideas of what constituted "scientific knowledge" and I shall try and discuss these before concluding."

Tags:empiricism, experimental, feigl, frank, godel, moritz, schlick, theory, wittgenstein

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This paper presents a case study of Full Circle Health, which is a mental health treatment organization that attempts to treat the needs of a community mentally, physically and spiritually. The paper discusses the aims and mission of the organization and how it attempts to achieve its objectives. The paper also discusses how the organization functions in today's era of managed care.

From the Paper
"The ultimate solution is comprehensive mental health coverage, a solution which must be achieved on a political level. Full Circle Health is already striving to do so, as part of its political advocacy work. However, until then, one possible solution would be to employ individuals specifically to work helping patients negotiate the complex health care bureaucracy and to work with insurance agencies, government organizations, and private charities to ensure funding. Ideally, these individuals would be paid staff members, employed to work as advocates for funding and to work with insurance companies, to help with paperwork and to submit appeals, when necessary, if funding was threatened. If there is no budget for additional paid staff, volunteers could be employed, however the issue of confidentiality regarding mental health care records must be strictly observed. Paid and volunteer positions would be trained in the health care insurance industry's language, and provide needed and vital administrative support in the increasingly confusing red tape surrounding this issue."

Tags:bureaucracy counselor, holistic care