Abstract
This paper demonstrates a beginning knowledge of psychological research methodology. The author designs a correlational study to identify any relationship that may exist between sports participation and academic achievement, be it positive or negative. The author also designs an experiment in which one variable is manipulated in order to try and determine a direct cause/effect link between the two variables and tests the same hypothesis: When activity in sports is increased, the academic achievement scores will gradually decrease.

From the Paper
"After the experiment is completed and information is totaled, there are questions of validity and ethics to be addressed. Concerning the internal validity of the experiment, many things can affect the GPA of students including personal problems and family traumas. Unfortunately, in order for the experiment to have the highest possible hypothetical internal validity, experimenters would need to control every aspect of a subject's life in order to get a completely accurate description of causality between the two variables. Ethically and practically this cannot be done, since it is impossible to control a boyfriend's mood or a parent's health, so experimenters can only make certain that all participants are exposed to the same amount of school. These already full-time students would be required to attend every class unless sick or injured. Practices would not be scheduled during class time so this would not affect the independent variable in any way. If students were not required to attend their classes all of the time, this could skew the results because of a few "students" who weren't really students at all, and just enrolled in school, but who still had their lower GPA introduced into the results. In addition, participants during this semester would not be allowed to participate in sports over the time allowed for their particular group. For example, if a ninth grader was placed in the group that participated in 1-3 hrs. on average per week but practiced more hours in addition to the required practices, this would cause the results to be skewed for the 9th-10th grade group."

Tags:correlational, dependent, experiment, independent, validity

Abstract
This paper examines the technology required to design a network. The paper discusses the structure and functions of network nodes and explores physical and channel levels. The concept of splitting networks on subnets is analyzed. The paper describes different methods of installation of networks.

Table of Contents
Introduction
Structure and Functions of Networks Nodes
Physical and Channel Levels
Protocol and Applied Level of Network
Splitting Network on Subnets
Installation of DHCP Server
Installation of DNS, WINS, IIS Servers
Conclusion
References

From the Paper
"Local network of an enterprise covers 120 personal computers of users and 15 servers on the base of PC Intel platform, which are situated on the four floors of the office building. Every floor is designed on the base of specification 100BASE-TX, wiring is represented by cable UTP Cat 5e. Network's speed is provided at the rate of 100Mbps and network uses the same kind of Ethernet channel level packets. Besides client computers, network also contains printers. Maximum number of printers per floor is 10 items. Switching is executed on each floor in wiring closet, one per floor. Wiring closets contain switchboards , patch -panels and 19" UPS. The distance from closet to working area of client computers does not exceed 90 meters. For providing high switching speed network uses HP procurve switch 2324 on 24 ports. Because the total number of connections is 40 and there has to be a reserve for future connections, the number of 48 ports would satisfy future requirements of the network. Both switches are connected by high speed channel of 1Gbps by means of using special modules. All three floors have the same type equipment."

Tags:intel, win, ethernet

Abstract
This paper is a brief review of the pressing problems confronting the Acetate chemical-mix department in the wake of a dramatic technological revamping. The writer points out that as a result of these changes, there has been a noticeable flagging in the productivity of workers as the company finds itself with a department operating well below productive capacity. This brief paper argues that efforts must be made to re-establish the old conviviality for the sake of improved productivity.

From the Paper
"The following paper is a very brief overview of what can be done to facilitate improved productivity and morale in the Acetate department. To begin with, prior to the great changes, the Acetate Department's technology was decidedly low tech, emphasizing as it did manual labour - the men would physically off-load the material from the trucks and then transport it up the elevators to the third floor storage site - and the treating of the mixes very much as one would treat the `mixing of a cake'."

Tags:business, re, design, workermorale

Abstract
The paper examines a redesign of the current teacher education program at the University of North Dakota. The paper states that the aim of this research is to review current literature in this subject area and specifically the current strategies in teaching generic speech communications 101, and to tailor it specifically towards the teacher education student. This paper lists the strategies, methods and skills required to become a more effective teacher.

Outline:
Objective
Effective Speech Communications
Ten Things a Teacher Can Do
Teaching and Learning in Communication Studies
Summary and Conclusion

From the Paper
"Middendorf and Kalish relate that: "Learning consists of fitting this reduced information into already existing categories, or, sometimes, of forming new ones. Categorization determines how a concept is acquired, how it is retrieved from memory, and how it is put to work in abstracting or generating inferences." Research shows that the attention spans of students are approximately 15 to 20 minutes and "that university classes are scheduled for around 50 or 75 minutes" making it a requirement that "instructors do something to control their student's attention."

Tags:mental, image, cognitive, science, research, activity

Abstract
This paper presents a network description, maps out the equipment necessary and creates work orders. The author expands upon the concept of a multi-threaded network.

Abstract
This paper explains how to design a radio telescope that would be capable of monitoring electromagnetic radiation emitted from Mars for wavelengths longer than visible light.

From the Paper
"A telescope that has the capabilities of monitoring the electromagnetic radiation, which is wave-like energy that forms light, emitted from the surface of mars for wavelengths longer than visible light, would have to be a radio telescope. I would design it to have a large dish like the kind used for satellite TV, a focus point and a radio receiver. So that it could receive electromagnetic radiation emitted from the surface of Mars for wavelengths longer than visible light, I would want to..."

Tags:design, telescope, radio, electromagetic radiation

Abstract
This six-page paper explains the benefits and limitations of using CAD system for the manufacturing and designing of shoes. Since technology is growing at a very fast pace, thus designing and manufacturing is now carried out through computerized technology.

Abstract
This paper explains that, when designing safe equipment, there are two major factors to consider: the severity of possible injuries or illness that may result from the use of the equipment and the probability of their occurrence. The paper further explains that it is first necessary to look at the machines' design in order to assess the potential for avoiding or reducing as many hazards as possible by selecting the machine's best features and second, it is essential to look at the possibility of reducing hazards by decreasing the need for the worker to intervene in the danger zones.

From the Paper
"The overall process before new equipment is designed involves assessing risks through measurement of physical and chemical parameters in the workplace, such as solvents, metals, dust, noise, lighting, heat stress, ergonomic and safety hazards. Once this is completed, the following actions can take place that promote awareness of risks and following better practices such as substitution of solvents with less dangerous ones, improvement in ergonomic conditions and decreasing noise levels."

Tags:illumination, stress, employee, committee, materials

Abstract
The following is a study on organizational re-designing processes that outlines the various factors responsible for problems in an organization such as Colton Limited. The study attempts to resolve these problems by using various management theories applicable to the situation.

Contents
Abstract
Executive Summary
Company Background
Introduction
Research and Development of Theoretical Concepts
Applied Research
Recommendations
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Leadership qualities are important in the whole process of re-designing as it firstly assures those who are undergoing change as well as monitors the process of change. In Colton's case, Mr. Colton should firstly develop a strategy whereby he includes his deputy and executives in the strategy formulation process. This will allow them to ensure that the process of change is clear in their minds and in turn delegate and educate their staff accordingly. Furthermore, in distributing the responsibility of troubleshooting and resolving customer problems, executives will become more responsible for their teams and hence take the initiative to motivate them as they see fit."

Tags:management, employee, employer, executive, job, structure

Abstract
This paper considers designing a work environment for a fitness center, based on the observation of the operation of one fitness center and then considers how to design a new center to avoid the mistakes of the one observed.