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This paper explains that Tofino has already switched to an economy based on eco-tourism and is now overwhelmed with tourists and environmental activists; Ucluelet is still debating ecotourism and is facing major economic problems. The author points out that people working in tourist-based businesses are optimistic that the community will be well-served by an influx of eco-tourists; however, loggers and fishermen, who would be displaced, feel that tourism is low-paying, seasonal at best and unpredictable. The paper relates that the Ucluelet Chamber of Commerce and the Ucluelet Economic Development Corporation have developed a Smart Growth policy outlining a sustainable economy, which includes positions such as (1) undertaking development in a compact fashion, (2) supporting mixed use development, (3) protecting sensitive environmental areas and (4) integrating open space into daily living.

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"In both towns, the supply and affordability of housing is now a problem for those who are seasonally employed--many of whom live in the area all year--and for those who are employed year round, but have middle or lower incomes. Seasonal visitors will pay premium rates for rental units. The result in Tofino has been a lack of affordable year-round housing. In Ucluelet such pressures have not yet become as critical, but as it also grows, it may face housing problems similar to those experienced in Tofino. Affordable housing is seen in both communities as an important part of sustaining the community."

Tags:plan, housing, low-income, protection, overwhelm

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This paper discusses the meaning of ecotourism, along with the difference between real or authentic ecotourism versus a new false type of ecotourism. Real ecotourism is concerned with the planet's well-being.

Tags:ecotourism, problems, meaning

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Two articles provide differing views on the issue of ecotourism. The first by Agness Kiss raises questions about the effectiveness of Community Based ecotourism, primarily from an economic and global standpoint. Jill Belsky provides a case study from Belize to further illustrate the same point. These two articles bring into question the effectiveness of ecotourism as a means of protecting habitat in the developing world.

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Why Is Or Is Not Ecotourism the Answer For Conservation in Developing Countries? Both Jill Belsky and Agness Kiss raise questions about the viability, effectiveness and ethics of ecotourism as a means of conservation in developing countries. Neither author outright says it should not exist, but both raise important issues about the implementation of ecotourism and illuminate some hidden problems that seldom are discussed openly. While Kiss raises broad questions about ecotourism in general terms, Belsky focuses on a single case study involving the Village of Gales Point Manatee in the Central American nation of Belize.

Tags:ecotourism, conservation, belize

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This paper discusses ecotourism in Africa and the benefits it might bring as well as the problems it might cause, noting that ecotourism means combining travel and a concern for ecology around the idea of visiting natural sites and often working to improve the environment while doing so. This type of tourism has been featured by some countries and by different types of travel booking groups and companies, some commercial and some sponsored by non-governmental organizations, desirous of improving the environment.

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"Many countries promote tourism as an economic engine that brings visitors, provides money, increase employment, and even gives the countries cachet on the world stage. Tourism can be promoted in numerous ways, with the most basic being to emphasize local historical, natural, and man-made points of interest. One way that has been developed with some success is known as ecotourism, combining travel and a concern for ecology around the idea of visiting natural sites and often working to improve the environment while doing so. This type of tourism has been featured by some countries and by different types of travel booking groups and companies, some commercial and some sponsored by NGOs desirous of improving the environment."

Tags:ecotourism, benefits, pitfalls

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This paper examines the fastest growing trend of the tourism industry, Ecotourism. According to this paper, by definition ecotourism means travel to natural and naturally preserved areas, while maintaining respect for the environment, for conservation of the area and for the local people.

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"Ecotourism is the fastest growing segment of the global tourism industry (Gibson & Dodds, 2003; West & Carrier, 2004), although its promotion and practice are marked by intense controversy. Views on ecotourism range from the most serious charges of exploitation to deep praise for its positive impacts. Ecotourism can be defined as "responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and sustains the well-being of local people" (Taylor & Dyer, 2003, p. 977). In certain regions, ecotourism appears to produce extensive benefits. By its nature, ecotourism also tends to be hypocritical since its underlying motive invariably is profit even though its expressed commitments represent ecological ideals. "

Tags:ecotourism, sustainability, ecology

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This paper is a take home examination that is focused on the ecotourist bubble. The paper addresses the incorrect notions of how ecotourism is not disruptive or is otherwise superior,and also highlights the characteristics of the tourist enclave. The paper includes a reflective note on the voyeurism of anthropological studies of particular kinds that do not plumb deeply into the phenomena encountered.

Tags:ecotourism, tourist enclaves, defects/prop

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This paper summarizes the debate between the Federalists and Anti-federalists of the constitutional congress. It suggests some ongoing problems in American public life which demonstrate the main issues which drove that debate, far from being resolved during the constitution's ratification, continue to resonate in current events. This paper discusses the Ratification Debate and the major issues which drove the debate between the Federalists and the Anti-federalists: Distribution of power, protection of rights, limitations of institutions and the ongoing Relevance.

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"In the last few days of September in 1787, the Confederation Congress met to debate and construct a new Constitution of the United States. The document they wrote and sent for ratification to the thirteen states that made up the newly-formed country was intended to replace the Articles of Confederation that had ordered the nation since its inception. The nation was reaching a crisis point, as the experiment had been going poorly. Surprisingly, perhaps, the problem was not one of the many possible economic problems that new nations are likely to experience when reconstructing after a long and difficult war. As Gordon Wood (1969) argues, the general economy was running well and people felt comfortable and even prosperous (p. 395). Rather, the concerns that brought the nation's leading politicians together were primarily political. "

Tags:anti, federalists, constitutional, debate

Abstract
This paper reviews a debate in which the proposition awards in medical liability lawsuits should be limited was debated. A general overview of the debate is provided. Main points are identified and discussed. The paper concludes with remarks on which side (pro or con) had the stronger arguments and a judgment of who ultimately won the debate is stated.

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"Medical malpractice is a vast legal issue that affects many different populations: consumers/patients, healthcare professionals, the pharmaceutical industry, legal professionals and insurance companies. This paper will provide a review of the debate holding to the proposition: Awards in medical liability lawsuits should be limited. Starting with a high level overview of the debate, main points will be presented along with this writer's view of which side presented a stronger case and which side this writer believes won the debate. Overview of debate. Malpractice insurance rates are driving physicians and many nurse practitioners out of business. Malpractice insurance costs are just too high to allow physicians to maintain a private practice in states that do not provide for a max-cap on liability awards. Currently 27 states do and the cost of their malpractice insurance is substantially less; for example $8,000 for the same ..."

Tags:malpractice, awards, debate

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The paper relates that a debate team is an example of a cooperative learning group. This paper describes, analyzes and evaluates the writer's contribution to the debate planning, preparation and presentation process. This contribution is examined in relation to three theoretical frameworks. Situational leadership is highly relevant for enabling a balance between task behavior and relational behavior. Chaos theory is especially useful since it emphasizes the learning process and feedback. Change theory permits the change process to be understood. The writer discusses that he/she experienced both learning and change through the debate.

Tags:debate, evaluation, feedback

Abstract
This paper is an overview of sixteen common fallacies used in debate. The paper provides two examples of each in the hopes that students can better discern these fallacies when they emerge in debate and/or in academic literature. As a useful point, these examples can also be used to highlight the partisanship of leading politicians eager to spread their own agenda.

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"Ad Hominem: personal attacks of any kind are ad hominem attacks. Two examples would be Al Franken's loud denunciations of Bill O'Reilly and others while another would be someone dismissing George W. Bush's policies because he is (allegedly) "stupid". Ad Populum: Two examples of ad populum fallacies would be recent gall-up polls showing weak support for the war in Iraq and/or an argument that insists that "most people" do not want gay marriage or an end to abortion."

Tags:common, fallacies, debate