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Organizational Trust, 2006.
An in-depth discussion regarding trust in a law enforcement workplace.
10,671 words (approx. 42.7 pages), 24 sources, MLA, $ 212.95
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This paper focuses on the area of trust in the organizational aspect, and specifically in a law enforcement organization. The paper looks at how one obtains and maintains trust in a law enforcement organization, as well as trust in some personal aspects. This paper also evaluates the universal definition of trust or the lack there of. Furthermore, the research discusses the different types and levels of trust that exists in everyday relationships and organizational relationships, as well as what the significance of these relationships is. The paper further discusses how the more trust an employee has in the organization, employer and co-workers, the better performance and dedication to work is.
Outline:
Chapter 1: Review of the Literature
Chapter 2: Review of Current Research
Conclusion and Recommendations
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"The accumulated findings of the working group's conferences and workshops informed the Foundations recent invitation for research proposals. The Foundation aims to fund focused, empirical investigations of trust in concrete social scenarios - such as doctor-patient relations, or the relationship between elected officials and their constituents - where trust, or the lack of it, has clear, measurable consequences. To qualify for funding, these investigations will have to provide an explicit, theoretical account of the function of trust, together with a plausible strategy for testing the theory empirically. Three full proposals were funded in November 1999, together with four smaller exploratory proposals looking at trust in public bureaucracies, trust in physician-patient relationships, the risks of trust, and the faith people place in third party information when evaluating a potential partner's trustworthiness. ("Examining the Role of Trust in Society," 2000, p. 328)"
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Teaching Foreign Language to Infants, 2007.
An analysis of the benefits of teaching foreign languages to young children.
2,634 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper discusses the benefits of teaching infants a foreign language. It begins by discussing the prevalence of bi or tri-lingualism in the world. It then discusses if it is beneficial to know a foreign language. The paper goes on to discuss the advantages of specifically learning the foreign language while still young, particularly focusing on the cognitive effects on the brain.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Knowing a Foreign Language
Advantages Knowing a Foreign Language
Learning a Foreign Language While Young
Cognitive Effects to the Brain
Conclusion
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"Teaching an infant with a foreign language may be a hard task. This entails perseverance and strong commitment from the teacher (or the parent). This will also require full understanding, not only of the language itself, but also of the needs of the infant. But this task is beneficial and will prove to be very useful as the infant grown old.
However, it should be noted that the success of teaching an infant to learn a foreign language lies on the hand of the educators. To them lies the secret of successfully teaching the child of their second language. If they know how to treat and teach a child (of barely less that 5 years of age, or even less), then it will not be a difficult task for the child to adopt very well on the said foreign language. It somehow goes like this... an educator, or the parents for that matter, initially teaches the child with the second language... and then the child will do the rest."
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Conflict Management, 2006.
An in-depth look at conflict management in the workplace.
5,495 words (approx. 22.0 pages), 18 sources, MLA, $ 134.95
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This paper takes a look at conflict management. The paper defines conflict management as a difference in view or opinion or the variance in choices that can occur between two or more people. The paper discusses how conflict in the workplace can be detrimental, with dire consequences. The paper further discusses how the art of conflict management is essentially the ability to consistently turn conflict situations into opportunities for development and growth.
Outline:
Introduction
What is Conflict and Conflict Management?
Some Central Causes of Conflict in the Workplace
Brief Overview of Theoretical Perspectives
Why is Conflict Management Important?
Managing Conflict
Conclusion
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"This aspect would also be beneficial when dealing with a difficult customer or staff member. Through listening and being attentive the to nuances of what is being said, aspects and areas of concern may be revealed which can be used to defuse the conflict situation. Listening also tends to prevent an unthinking over-reaction to the situation. This method is very simple but they also can have a profound effect on a difficult client or staff member. In effect not reacting in a provocative and hostile way may reduce the other party's hostility and make him or her calmer and more amenable to discussion. "
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Reporters Revealing Sources, 2007.
An analysis of the protection afforded journalists from revealing sources.
1,359 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper presents an examination of the rules and ethics governing journalists revealing sources. The paper explores cases in which journalists were ordered to reveal sources and refused. It also examines the protections that journalists have from revealing sources and argues that it is those protections that provide the ability to bring the public the news.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Federal Shield Time
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"Part of the problem involves the legality of a government official leaking information to the press that should have fallen under their confidentiality agreement. The leaks are at times criminal offenses on the part of the official who provided the information and the demand to have the journalist reveal that name is so that person can be charged. If the journalist doesn't reveal the source there is no way of knowing it if was in fact a government official or other person who had a confidentiality agreement. It is ironic that journalists are jailed for not helping someone jail an official who helps bring corruption to public light."
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Early Childhood Education, 2007.
A brief discussion of normal speech development in young children and possible interventions in slow starters as discussed in "An Introduction to Early Childhood Special Education" by Linda Dunlap.
795 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 28.95
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This paper discusses early childhood education; particularly the aspect of speech and language therapy for young children, as discussed in "An Introduction to Early Childhood Special Education" by Linda Dunlap. The paper discusses the age for normal development of speech in children and gives some recommendations for a child who has not started speaking by that age, as well as possible intervention strategies. The paper also presents the writer's personal experience in this area.
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"Intervention may include interaction with the family regarding educational resources and opportunities, referring the family to social workers or other organizations who can help, or suggesting special education resources that can help the child. Many experts working with speech pathologists urge teachers to integrate certain therapies into the classroom. This helps all the students hone their speech skills, but also allows the children who need therapy to continue to practice their work with other children, making them feel more comfortable in the classroom environment. A teacher must be aware of the special needs of the speech-impaired student, and be in touch with the student's parents for ways they can aid in their child's learning and eventual adult success and independence."
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The Media and Terrorism, 2007.
A look at the role the media plays in reporting terrorist actions.
1,371 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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The paper discusses how an unfettered media can sometimes give terrorists an advantage by revealing security information and by giving them the publicity that their actions thrive upon. The paper shows, however, how the media can also be used during and following a terrorist action as a means of building connections amongst society and disseminating important information. The paper concludes that the media must play a balanced role in the case of terrorism.
Outline:
Introduction
Terrorism and the Media - A Balancing Act between the Freedom of the Press and National Security
Terrorism and the Media - Fostering Community Connections and the Dissemination of Important Information
Terrorism and the Media - The Future
Conclusion
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"The roles and responsibilities of the media when covering a terrorist event varies depending on whose perspective one considers. Whether it is the terrorists, the government, or the media themselves being considered, three different sets of answers are often found, and these differing viewpoints often drive behavior during a terrorist action, which can result in both a tactical and strategic gain for the terrorists themselves. For this reason, it is important "to develop policy options designed to serve the interests of government, the media and the society" (Perl)."
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Internet and World Integration, 2006.
A review of the history of the Internet and various related technologies.
968 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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This paper takes a look at the history of the Internet. The paper discusses how the Internet has impacted the business world and reviews various technological applications.
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"Videoconferencing is "a conference between two or more participants at different sites by using computer networks to transmit audio and video data" (Beal, 2005). A Tandberg press release, titled, "High-Definition Video Puts the World's Most Visionary Leaders in Politics and Economics Face-to-Face with Asia's Financial Elite," stated that video conferencing allowed, "more than 1,100 global institutional investors from 30 countries..." to communicate on September 15th, 2006. Asia's top business leaders were able to meet face to face with speakers in the United States, including former U.S. President Bill Clinton, and former U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan (Hung, 2006). "
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What Constitutes Obscenity?, 2006.
A review of obscenity and what is considered by American society to be obscene.
1,763 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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This paper discusses how Americans despise obscenity by and large, but have always had a problem with identifying just what was obscene and why. This study maintains that while popular and legal definitions may vary, some people may simply consider something obscene if it is forced upon them rather than when they purposely seek out such literary materials or artistic works for themselves for prurient or other reasons. A summary of the research and important findings is provided in the conclusion.
Outline:
Introduction
Review and Discussion
Background and Overview
Arbiters of Obscenity and Their Implications for Artists and the Media
Conclusion
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"According to Kidd, there was essentially no due process provided the artist in this unfair association between him and denied Mapplethorpe his "day in court" in which he could voice his rebuttals; rather, the case was an example of an arbitrary - and some say capricious - decision by the Institute for Contemporary Art as to what they regarded as obscene, and they got paid handsomely for the privilege of designating Mapplethorpe's work as being obscene: "The key decisions that implicated the NEA in the funding of 'obscenity' were made not by the artist, and not even by the NEA, but by mediating arts organizations -- specifically, the Institute for Contemporary Art in Philadelphia, that used a $30,000 NEA grant to mount a retrospective of Mapplethorpe's photography" (Kidd, 2003, p. 6). By any measure, Mapplethorpe's works could be viewed as being inappropriate for certain age groups or others, depending on the unique individual factors involved, but the same issues that affected the Mapplethorpe outcome are at play in virtually every instance of the obscenity determination."
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ESL Learning, 2007.
A comparative analysis of the works of N. Chomsky, M. Stubbs and M. Halliday and R. Hasan on English as a second language (ESL) learning.
2,301 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper discusses the actual and perceived competence of the ESL individual while communicating in the English language. More specifically, the paper centers the discussion on the concept of heterogeneous (communication) competence. It draws from the theories and concepts of linguists such as N. Chomsky, M. Stubbs and M. Halliday and R. Hasan. The paper posits that heterogeneous communication competence is a pragmatic concept that is developed, ironically, from linguistic theories and concepts.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Case Under Study
Analysis
Noam Chomsky: "Competence" And "Performance" In The ESL Context
Michael Stubbs: Vocabulary Generation & Development And Communication Competence
M. Halliday & R. Hasan: Communication Competence And Social Relations
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"Looking into Marcella's narrative highlights this important insight by Halliday and Hasan. As previously mentioned in the preceding section, Marcella's use of the word "braves," rather than "waves," can create confusion to the other communicator when expressed. However, communication roles are assumed in the process of understanding her narrative: as the listener of the story, the other communicator seeks to understand the meaning of "braves" in the context of Marcella's story. Though this is the ideal situation--that is, the other communicator would seek understanding in making sense of Marcella's story--there will be cases in which she may not be understood by other listeners/communicators, and at the worst, being labeled as incompetent as a communicator because of her wrong word choice and usage. Power relations (conflict) emerges when this happens, wherein the other communicator, more knowledgeable of the English language, fails to understand the context in which Marcella's story is applied, thereby generating confusion and ineffective communication between Marcella and the communicator."
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"Knowledge Walkouts" & EMC, 2006.
A look at whether knowledge management and enterprise content management (ECM) can save a company from "knowledge walkouts".
2,424 words (approx. 9.7 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 74.95
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This paper defines and analyses the concept of "knowledge walkouts". It specifically discusses strategies for managing the creation of enterprise content management (ECM) and ensuing knowledge management strategies to alleviate the loss of key intellectual property as key employees retire.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Statement of the Problem
Findings
Defining Enterprise Content Management
Structuring Enterprise Content is the First Step to Knowledge Management
Retaining the Knowledge to Overcome "Knowledge Walkouts"
Knowledge Management for Many Organizations: Use It Or Lose It
Knowledge for the New Workforce
New Technology for the New Generation
Conclusions and Recommendations
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"The fact that there are organizations whose knowledge management systems are best practices for their given industry, and have processes in place for capturing and retaining excellent components of their knowledge are still the fact that it must be used to be effective according to Gartner (2006). Based on "the last mile" of knowledge management so to speak being these processes of selectively applying the content to specific business strategies and challenges, the indexing, search, and retrieval of knowledge in these repositories becomes a completely separate issue. Once in the repository, there's little guarantee that the valuable knowledge ever emerges again. In fact, it's not valuable at all without a thorough consideration for the way new workers will access it and put it to use. Getting workers to change how they do their jobs is also a critical aspect of capturing content, according to The Hard Side of Change Management (2005). "
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Video Games, 2007.
A look at the innovation seen within the video game industry.
1,355 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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The paper discusses how video games and the video game industry have become as ubiquitous as any everyday gadget. The paper examines how many of the higher powered personal computers are purchased by "gamers" who want the fastest equipment, to power the latest cutting-edge games. The paper further examines how modern games are some of the most demanding on PC resources, so the latest hardware is often targeted at the sector that is most likely to purchase and make use of the latest features.
From the Paper
"Although the video game actually started with the "boob-tube" or television, it has evolved into a completely rewarding and challenging tool. As a point of reference, video games and its historical innovations have been subdivided into seven generation: "First Generation, 1972 - 1977; Second Generation, 1977 - 1981 (Golden Age); Third Generation, 1981 - 1984 (Dark Ages); Fourth Generation, 1985 - 1989 (Post-Crash - 8-bit era); Fifth Generation, 1989 - 1995 (16-bit era); Sixth Generation, 1995 - Present (32/64-bit era); and Seventh Generation, The Future. " "
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Internal Communication, 2007.
A case study presenting problems with internal communication within True Software Inc.
1,786 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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This paper presents a case study of a company, True Software Inc., that was unable to meet the expectations of another company because of its lack of effective internal communications. The paper goes on to discuss possible solutions to True Software Inc.'s problems and discusses ways that the company can improve its lines of internal communication to avoid similar issues in the future.
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Problem
Solution
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"Apart from the employees, other stakeholders are also involved in the internal communication system. People such as the shareholders, suppliers, business partners also need to be kept abreast of every change that is likely to have an impact on the company's progress, success or its revenues. However without an effective internal communication strategy, it is seriously impossible to expect success and smooth operation in the long run. Internal communication programs must be developed with one thing in mind i.e. stakeholders have a right to know what is happening within the firm or with the firm and they must be taken into confidence. David Brown (2002) explains why an internal communication strategy is crucial to a firm's success: "Without effective internal communications, the crisis of confidence in businesses and corporate leadership could hurt sincere efforts to build a positive corporate culture and to enhance employee morale and productivity, and devastate the overall image of an organization. The importance of a comprehensive internal communications program, particularly at a time like this, cannot be understated. How employees, association members and other related audiences such as investors, trustees and business partners, perceive the organization is crucial to its success." [1]"
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Communication Interventions for Children with Autism, 2007.
An analysis of possible strategies to improve communication in autistic children with verbal skills.
1,754 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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This paper focuses on children with autism who are verbal communicators, either because they always had verbal skills or because they acquired verbal abilities, as a result of early intervention, even though they were once nonverbal. The paper discusses difficulties that children with autism may encounter with regards to communication and discusses strategies that may assist them in improving their communication skills.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Overview
Findings
Conclusion
From the Paper
"It is difficult to detach 'communication' from other deficits for children with autism. As a child grows older, social skills become more important than academic achievement. Not too different from those children without disabilities! And for academic growth alone, communication can tell a teacher that hand flapping represents the desire to provide answers to questions asked of the class. For a child with autism who asks the same question over and over, a potential friend might come to realize that their peer is trying to carry on a conversation in the only manner they know. For that same child, changing communication patterns may allow them to say 'appropriately' so much of what resides inside themselves."
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Salary Negotiation, 2007.
This paper looks at the technique of salary negotiation and provides a discussion of different negotiating scenarios.
1,276 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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In this article, the writer explains that salary negotiation is the process of creating a consensus between the job hunter/employee and the employer on how much the latter will pay the former for his/her skills, knowledge and expertise. This process is primarily communication-centered; however, negotiating salary takes more than just simple verbal communication with one's employer in order to be successful. In this paper, salary negotiation is discussed in the context of different scenarios. However, while these scenarios differ in their nature, each discusses one element of salary negotiating skills. The writer concludes that scanning the industry one is in, combined with a thoughtful assessment of one's self as an asset to the company are the important elements that must be taken into account in order to be well-equipped and successful in the salary negotiating process.
From the Paper
"A common situation in job hunting nowadays is the profile of the highly-educated job hunter, who has strong, credible education credentials, having just finished a Masters degree in his/her chosen field. However, the highly-educated job hunter is not as experienced when compared against Bachelor's degree holder-individuals who have had extensive experience in the job and knows the industry well. This is a dilemma for the Master's degree holder-job hunter, whose high qualifications are impeded by the fact that s/he is not equipped with the practical skills to ensure his/her potential employer that s/he is worth more the salary the job hunter has in mind."
"Porter's analysis of salary negotiations among MBA graduates showed that in this group of job hunters, the company has more concerns than the job hunter himself/herself. This is because it was found out that generally, Master's degree holders tend to be offered generously by companies, resorting also to offering signing bonuses in order to entice a potential employee to join the company/organization."
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Leading and Sustaining Change, 2006.
A review of recommendations for leading and sustaining change.
2,316 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper centers on the topics of recommended leadership behaviors needed to sustain the momentum of change and evaluating the elements of an organization's culture that influence the implementation of both IT and line-of-business strategies. The paper continues with definitions of strategies for dealing with organizational cultures as they relate to adopting or rejecting change, and finally discusses post-implementation management strategies for change.
Outline:
Recommended Leadership Behaviors to Sustain Momentum
Evaluating the Elements of an Organization's Culture and their Influence on Implementation
Strategies for dealing with Organizational Culture
Post-Implementation Management Strategies
From the Paper
"The research completed by Perrow (1967) is directly applicable to Long Beach Mortgage Broker Front-office Tool (BFOT) change management strategies. What Perrow is saying is that when processes are re-defined to make brokers, sales persons, and everyone selling and supporting Long Beach Mortgage customers more successful, there will be less "searching" for the right solution to a customer problem and overall sealing, service and profitability performance will increase. Processes cure confusion is what Perrow is saying in essence, and this is a major reason why change must happen in companies. "
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