Abstract
This essay describing the methods and analysis of collecting data is divided into two sections. The first section deals with the process of collecting data for research, and how it must be done. The second part provides an analysis of how to read the data collected and also how to interpret the data. The writer provides an example throughout the piece using a study to collect data. In the end, the writer presents the conclusions that could be drawn from the data and the flaws from the data. This paper contains figures.

Outline:
Part A: Data Collection and Description
Part B: Data/System Analysis

From the Paper
"Moreover, the aims and objectives of the interviews and questionnaire were to offer a descriptive outline of what is "typical" in context of the current power shift that is taking place within educational institutions however it my not be definitive for all cultures. For that reason the interviewees will be selected from distinctive cases so as to be good representatives of the occurrence being studied.
"Taking into consideration the problems that teachers and principals face within the changing school structure, a non-random sample was selected, where the subjects showed willingness to be surveyed by the researcher within the time and budget restraints. The subjects were identified by personal connections through the societal enclave and the interviews were organized unofficially with the assistance of societal networks.
"Part B: Data/System Analysis
This study chose a small sample size to carry out both questionnaire and interviews. This is because Saunders et al (2003) reveals that a smaller sample size can be considered more appropriate than a larger one when studying the context and background of a particular situation and/or phenomenon. The data collected for this research included an insight into the thought processes of three different social groups within a public school structure: the principals, the teachers and the students."

Tags:data, collection, research, education

Abstract
This essay discusses collective bargaining at the European level. The paper answers three questions posed by the customer: What are the main challenges to collective bargaining at the European level, what are the main legal challenges at the European level and finally, is collective bargaining at the European level possible today and in the future and if not, why not.

From the Paper
"European nations have made a lot of progress in recent year in moving toward a more unified Europe. The countries have already converted to a single currency, the euro. Now as they state to think about increasing globalization even further, many trade unions from the differing countries would have and interest in coming together and collective bargaining jointly. However, there several hurdles in the way of this goal."

Tags:collective, bargaining, europe

Abstract
This an analytical essay that opens with an explanation of collective behavior theory. The paper then continues through the theoretical framework and a look at the various theorists behind the concept and analysis of the theory. Using historical causes and events, the writer provides a theory of influence that pushed Germany into a wave of collective behavior. This draws the writer to conclude that value-added theory, a type of collective behavior theory, is the most appropriate for explaining the rise of Nazi Germany.

Outline:
Introduction
Overview of Theoretical Origins
Summary of Historical Causes
Theoretical Perspectives
Mass Hysteria Theory
Emergent Norm Theory
Value-added Theory
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Simply stated, there are two general ways that this type of behaviour is described in the theory. The first derives from the analysis of crowed behaviour by Gustave Le Bon. He viewed crowd behavior in terms of negative social disruption. This is contrasted to the more modern and more positive view associated with the works of George Rude and others. Rude views collective behavior essentially as rational response by a group to achieve a particular social or political objective. These two divergent views can be seen as an originating matrix for much of modern theory. Gustave Le Bon stated in his work, The Crowd: A Study of the Popular Mind (1986) that, ...when acting collectively, as in a crowd, people feel anonymous, and with their individual identity goes their individual conscience. Therefore, when involved in a crowd, or mob, people participate in violent and other types of extreme activities that they would never perform as individuals. (Funston)
Le Bon is also known as he originator of the 'breakdown theory', which is "...the classic sociological explanation of contentious forms of collective action such as riots, rebellion, and civil violence".(Useem 215) The essence of this theory is that riots and violence occur as a result of the breakdown of the mechanisms of social control and when these mechanisms lose their restraining power. (Useem 215)
"In contrast, a new approach to crowd and group began to develop in the Twentieth century. This approach was more "sympathetic' to crowd behavior. Theorist such as Pasquale Rossi (1867-1905) promoted the view that collective behavior was not irrational but was rather the expression of reason and collective will. Rude followed this trend and viewed the crowd as a collective expression of shared and common interests. This is a view that seems to be more applicable to the situation in Germany prior to the Second World War."

Tags:nazis, fascism, germany, sociology, collective behavior

Abstract
This paper discusses three articles on data collection and analysis tools and their applications. This includes data mining, data warehousing and software packages used in the collection. This paper also analyzes the needs of the business upon which the correct data collection and analysis tools are selected.

From the Paper
"Business today has more and more need for external consultants to use data collection and analysis tools in order to make assessment of business operations and processes. Many of the methods used today are computer-based, including software that does much of the job but still requires an able human operator to make decisions and input the correct information. Various analysts have made assessments of these methods to see how they are used and how effective they may be. Such tools are also used for analyzing performance in education, for assessing public programs, and for other tasks requiring a decision as to the value of a program or process. Bielski (2001) discusses the use of CRM, or Customer Resource Management system, which is used to track customer purchases while providing access to customer information using the computer. "

Tags:data, collection, analysis

Abstract
The following assignment is for a third year sociology course. The topic discussed is collective social behaviour. The collective social behavior examined in this assignment is anti-war demonstrations. The writer uses social contagion theory and emergent norm theory in order to examine the nature of anti-war demonstrations.

From the Paper
"Collective behavior is a very broad area of study. For example, in Collective Behavior Erich Goode states, 'Rumors and legends, fads, and collective protest- these and other social phenomena make up the subject matter of the field of collective Behavior'. Collective behavior is the relatively spontaneous, unstructured, extra institutional behavior of a fairly large number of individuals. The fact that collective behavior is such a diverse area of study means that many activities can be used to examine it. For this paper, demonstrations against the war in Iraq or anti-war demonstrations as they are commonly called will be used to examine many of the theories about collective behavior."

Tags:collective, behaviour, anti, war

Abstract
The paper examines the labor relations and the collective bargaining process through the traditional models of job security and seniority. The paper discusses the present trend of outside events like the attacks of September 11th dispelling any feelings of job security, and the practical realities that national security concerns may run contrary to traditional models. The paper also considers how the time respected hierarchy of seniority is giving way to merit and performance based compensation in the education field. The paper discusses the grievance and disciplinary roles of the collective bargaining agreement as well as the necessity of a formal system and the symptomatic manifestations of the abuse of the process.

Tags:collective bargain, security and seniority, grievance and discipline

Abstract
This ten page graduate paper examines the Fair Debt Collection Practice Act (FDCPA). The author notes that in examining the history of the FDCPA, it is evident that its impact on the consumer finance industry in the United States has been demonstrated in a variety of important ways. The writer points out that this act was written and passed into law in order to eliminate unfair practices and to ensure that debt collectors who refrain from using abusive, deceptive or unfair debt collection practices are not competitively disadvantaged.

From the Paper
"In examining the history of the Fair Debt Collection Practice Act, it is evident that its impact on the consumer finance industry in the United States has been demonstrated in a variety of important ways. This act was written and passed into law in order to eliminate unfair practices and to ensure that debt collectors who refrain from using abusive, deceptive or unfair debt collection practices are not competitively disadvantaged. In justifying their passage of the FDCPA, Congress cited the "abundant evidence of the use of abusive, deceptive, and unfair debt collection practices by many debt collectors. Abusive debt collection practices contribute to the number of personal bankruptcies, to marital instability, to the loss of jobs, and to invasions of individual privacy."

Tags:fair, debt, collection

Abstract
This paper debates the collection efficiency of child support by the government or private industry. It illustrates in detail the government's collection backlog and its inability to handle the immediate needs of families. The paper explores the possibility of overhauling the government system and setting up cooperation between the government and yet to be established private agencies.

Table of Contents
I. Introduction
II. Pulling Strings, Pulling Hairs
III. Combining the Best of Both Worlds
IV. Conclusion
V. References

From the Paper
"The holiday season is upon us. Many consumers are currently participating in a frenzied shopping attempt to find just the right gifts for just the right purpose. It is a time of joy, a time of giving and a time of watching children's faces light up as they open their gifts. This is the way it is in most American households but for millions of children across the nation it won't even come close. Children who live in single parent households and do not receive their child support on time or in many cases at all, will be facing a bleak holiday. And while the absence of holidays will be hard enough for these children, the struggle to pay for life itself faces their parents each and every day. Child support is not a luxury. It is the absent parent's contribution to the living needs of their children. It is rent, it is food, it is haircuts and sports, it is water, it is the phone bill and it is the braces on their teeth. Millions of non-custodial parents are currently behind in their child support payments. The government seems overwhelmed with the task of collecting the funds and private companies have begun to spring up throughout America. Is it a good idea for the government to release its hold on the child support collection issue and allow private industry to step in? Or should the government concentrate on fixing its problems and maintaining control? The best answer may be to utilize the best of both worlds and combine the two. "

Tags:child, support, collection, private, industry, families, non-custodial, parents, america

Abstract
This paper is a review of John Piskulich's book "Collective Bargaining in State and Local Governments." The paper covers Piskulich's discussion of policymakers, the role of unions, the various dimensions of the bargaining process, the history of the policy making process and the obstacles policy makers face.

From the Paper
"In his book John Piskulich attempts to uncover why and how to manage collective bargaining. "Collective Bargaining in State and Local Governments" discusses how the collective bargaining process in the public sector has grown from a state of infancy to maturity. He makes note that policymakers are currently in a state of flux, constantly changing and modifying current regulations to keep up with the dynamic environments in which they work. John Piskulich emphasizes in his work that public-sector unions act as a significant force in operating government agencies."

Tags:public-sector, labor, policies, private, sector, work-force, members, labor, unions, collective, activity

Abstract
This paper examines whether or not it is professional and ethical for nurses to engage in collective bargaining. In particular, the paper focuses on the appropriateness of nurses going -- or threatening to go -- on strike. The paper asks whether striking is an abandonment of the patient. The paper also reviews the purpose behind collective bargaining -- what it is intended to achieve and how it functions, particularly in unions for health care professionals.

Tags:nurses, collective bargaining, stirke