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Forensic Psychology and Serial Murders, 2008.
A discussion on some of the most famous serial murderers who have been subjected to forensic psychology.
2,730 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 81.95
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This research examines the role and work of forensic psychology in solving serial murder cases. The serial murders who are studied for this report are Ted Bundy, John Wayne Gacy, Stephanie Wernick, Jeffrey Dahmer, and David Berkowitz; all convicted of brutal serial murders.
Outline:
Abstract
The Art and Science of Forensic Psychology
Fame and Stardom
Forensic Psychology and the Psychopath
From the Paper
"Bundy had the appearance of a college student, which must have made it easy for him to move around the campuses where he stalked young murder as potential victims. Also, Bundy's appearance as a young, handsome looking college student explains why he was able to lure more than 30 victims, because he had the appearance of being a trustworthy person. He was visually - and this was not lost on him - good television, because he was a handsome young man."
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Helping Students with Special Needs, 2008.
This paper presents a research proposal that discusses the learning disorder 'dysgraphia' and looks at problems associated with this disorder.
2,838 words (approx. 11.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 84.95
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In this proposal, the writer provides an overview of the learning disorder "dysgraphia" which describes a learning disabled person that has difficulty interpreting their own written language or handwriting. The paper begins with a synopsis or review of learning disabilities and a detailed description of the learning disability reviewed. Further the writer presents an overview of best practices, curriculum adaptations and other changes a teacher and student may make to enhance the learning experience of a learning disabled child.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Plan of Differentiated Instruction to Meet the Special Needs of this Student
Best Practices
Personnel Implementing Plan
Sample Lesson Plan Overview
Lesson Plan 1: Research Report
Lesson Plan 2: Writing Poetry
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" The goal of differentiated instruction is to meet the needs of the student with dysgraphia, so they are able to comprehend their own written word and transcribe their thoughts in a way they can understand, and in a way that their teachers and other peers can understand. In this instance the student has difficulty writing in their own "handwriting" and then making sense out of the writing produced. The goal is to help the student by developing a modified approach to learning so that he can participate in a normal, general education classroom. This will help the student feel less like an "outcast" and will thus help the student bolster his self-esteem, which may then improve his outlook on life and commitment to learning."
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Alternative Dispute Resolution, 2008.
A review of the legal and psychological aspects of alternative dispute resolution.
1,700 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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The paper examines the legal and psychological aspects of the different forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR): negotiation, arbitration, mediation, summary jury trial. The paper answers the question of which types of cases this is best suited to and which cases are viewed as the best form of conflict resolution to prevent litigation and why.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
Background
Mediation
Different Types of Alternative Dispute Resolution
Summary and Conclusion
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"One type of mediation process that is frequently used is the mediation process in relation to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as "more than ever, employers and employees are turning to mediation and other forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution to resolve equal employment opportunity disputes." (U.S. EEOC, National Council on Disability and U.S. Department of Justice nd) Titles I and II of the ADA and Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act make it a crime for private employers who employ fifteen or more individuals."
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"Save the Children" Website, 2008.
Applies the principle of least effort motivation to the "Save the Children" website.
760 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 27.95
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This paper explains how to improve the "Save the Children" website using the principle of least effort. The paper first explains that the principle of least effort states that an individual seeking information will use the more convenient and least-cost method, called the path of least resistance. Therefore, most people are willing and motivated to donate if they find a cause that they have an interest in and if they are supplied with simple information about how to donate to their cause and where their donations go for visitors. The paper then states that the "Save the Children" website could maximize contributions by providing a simpler front page with a large "donate now" navigational button next to each prompt describing the various ways to donate, thus enticing people by saving their time.
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"The front page also has a very large advertisement for "explore our gift catalog". Most people coming to the site for the first time will not know what a gift catalog is or why they would bother to review one. This site can substantially increase profits with very little effort by cleaning up the front page. A small "what we are about" paragraph would suffice for visitors interested in learning more about the organization. They can then click a link that takes them to a more comprehensive "about us" page if they want to learn more."
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Treatment of Asperger's Syndrome, 2008.
A case study examination of the impact of Asperger's syndrome on affected people and their families, with a focus on treatment and coping mechanisms.
2,573 words (approx. 10.3 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 77.95
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This paper discusses some of the difficulties that a person with Asperger's syndrome and their families face. It presents a case study scenario of a person with the syndrome and discusses how difficult the parents of the child with Asperger's found it to cope. The paper discusses the symptoms and the suspected causes of the syndrome and then focuses on treatment options and ways for affected people to cope. The paper contains some original sources.
Table of Contents:
Asperger's Syndrome
Symptoms
Suspected Causes
Screening and Diagnosis
Treatment
Support and Coping
Social Skills Taught - How?
Obsessions to Talents
Asperger's Syndrome Conspiracy?
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"Asperger's syndrome student may function on or above grade level in academic subjects, albeit, their behavioral quirks may inhibit their success. Along with a supportive learning environment, support through visual aids (e.g., schedules, charts, signs, and lists) may benefit these students. Visual aids generally prove useful in facilitating transitions. They also help redirect and refocus students who experience problems staying on task. Task organizers may also help students progress through their tasks. These task organizers, which function similar to methods used in cookbook recipes, can be reviewed prior to doing an activity. The facilitator needs to ensure a student has necessary materials to complete the activity, and then guide the student through the activity. Pre-teaching this way not only enables students to more readily engage in lessons with their classmates but helps them remain on task. (Zager & Shamow, 2005, p. 320)."
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Teen Smoking Behaviors, 2008.
A research proposal that aims to identify the key behavioral triggers which influence teens to start smoking.
2,219 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 68.95
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This business research proposal discusses a campaign to stop smoking at the age at which teenagers are most likely to start - in middle school. The proposal focuses primarily on white teens, due to the increased likelihood of them starting to smoke. The paper provides a background to teenage smoking and how the trend has changed over time. The paper then aims to identify the key behavioral triggers which influence teens to start smoking.
Table of Contents:
Executive Summary
Problem Statement
Current Consequences of the Problem
Restrictions to the Current Investigation
Research Objectives
Literature Review
Importance/Benefits of the Study
Research Design
Extraneous Variable
Scoring Answers
Data Analysis
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"The increase in teen smoking may be abating, or may be taking a pause before it continues the climb seen in the past 10 years, from 1996 to 2005. In either case, reducing smoking at an early age has a lifelong effect on individuals' health, and can lead to better quality of life for millions of people who might otherwise take up smoking. A secondary benefit is that lessons learned may help to reduce the current 3.1 million teen smokers, many of whom try smoking and quit--it would be useful to know why they started in the first place, and why they quit."
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Contemporary Education and Learning, 2008.
This paper explores the educational requirements for the globalized world of today.
4,147 words (approx. 16.6 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 111.95
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This paper discusses how schools will have to offer well-rounded education to successfully prepare the next generations of students to meet a wide variety of experiences and face many different challenges. The paper then looks at studies that recognize that children learn differently and the teacher-lecture approach does not provide the best education for everyone. In addition, the paper explores the philosophy of constructivism that places the emphasis on the learner rather than the teacher and refers to the ideas of Piaget, Roger and Bruner. Furthermore, the paper explains the common learning styles and environmental factors that should be considered when attempting to create the best learning conditions and reviews Gardner's list of intelligences and his approach to a curriculum.
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"It is now understood that the traditional form of education needs to be changed. First, students will face a completely different environment when they go on their own into a fast-paced and global world. Second, more studies are recognizing that children learn very differently, and the teacher-lecture approach does not provide the best education for everyone. Third, in today's environment, knowledge is the main product for sale. To develop this product, students need a high-quality specialized learning situation. Increasingly, schools will have to offer well-rounded education to successfully prepare the next generations of students to meet a wide variety of experiences and face many different challenges."
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Theories of Motivation, 2008.
A look at several theories of motivation and their application to some practical situations involving children.
1,699 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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This paper discusses some key theories of motivation, beginning with Robert E. Franken's theory of adaptive and maladaptive hostility in his work "Human Motivation,". The paper describes two cases that illustrate his model and then goes on to review theories about the variable of psychological control in the parent-child relationship when maladaptive hostility is involved. The paper also examines theories regarding the relationship of stress and fear with physical and emotional health. In addition, the writer presents definitions of motivation and gives three examples to explain Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory.
Outline:
Two Cases Examined
Numerous Roles of Fear in Positive and Negative Situations
The Role of Learning in Human Motivation
Example 1
Example 2
Example 3
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"Psychological control is often a variable in the relationship of parents and children in which maladaptive hostility is the path which has been followed. The work of Soenens et al (2005) relates that psychological control "refers to parental behaviors that intrude upon children's thoughts and feelings, and has been characterized as typical of parents who excessively use manipulative parenting techniques such as guilt-induction and love withdrawal." Psychological control is believed to "control adolescent's development towards autonomy, infers with the acquisition of a secure sense of self and leads to disturbances in psychosocial functioning.""
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School Psychology, 2008.
Discuses the ethics related to school psychology.
2,345 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 72.95
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This paper explains that the appropriate application of ethics in the practice of school psychology is absolutely imperative because this population is intrinsically vulnerable especially the mentally ill part of the population. The paper then relates that the guidelines of the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) are the determining source of the ethics for this practice. This paper discusses ways in which professional ethics govern school psychologists in their duties of counseling and consulting with support members such as teachers, parents and school administrators.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Counseling Ethics
Reporting Suspected Abuse
Accountability
Evidence Based Practice
Conclusion
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"The NASP code also stresses the importance of informing the child of parental notification laws and requirements as well as any legal requirements regarding the nature of the information given by the child, such as the legal responsibility to report any suspicion or evidence of harm or pending harm to the child, no matter the offending party. Reporting laws, as they are termed are variable by state but it is clear that the ethics code of the NASP support the idea that ethical standards of the school psychologists must sometimes go beyond the regional laws to protect the child."
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Paternal Abandonment and Female Adult Obesity, 2008.
A research paper exploring whether there is a causal relationship between adult female obesity and paternal abandonment between the ages of 6 and 19.
6,768 words (approx. 27.1 pages), 24 sources, APA, $ 154.95
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The paper explores the obesity epidemic through a comprehensive analysis of its development, as well as through a literature review pertaining to obesity and its controversial causes. The paper explores issues of self-esteem, abandonment issues, economics and prolonged psychological stress during formative years that can have contributed to the occurrence of obesity in adult women as well as in young girls. The paper then describes the findings of independent research regarding paternal abandonment between the ages of 6-19 and its effects on adult obesity in women. The paper includes the consent form, questionnaire, and raw data used by the study.
Outline:
Abstract Introduction Statement of Problem
Hypothesis
Review of Literature
Methodology
Findings
Conclusion
Limitations
Definitions of Terms
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"Obesity is a significant and current social and physical issue in the world today. (Anderson & Butcher, 2006, p. 19) It is particularly troubling in developed nations and is currently labeled and epidemic in the United States. Many people seek to find answers to the obesity question within the biological and physical spheres of study, blaming the entire situation of obesity on the poor eating habits and low level of physical activity of those who suffer from it. One area of obesity research that has been neglected is its connection to psychological factors. The psychology of obesity is a significant and demonstrative factor in the behaviors that cause obesity as well as in its manifestation, which has recently become increasingly youthful, with children as young as two-five showing early symptoms of obesity as well as a potential future of obesity into adulthood. (Anderson & Butcher, 2006, p. 19)"
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Special Education and Collaborative Team Teaching, 2008.
This paper discusses the role of special education in dealing with students with impairments and presents a critical insight over preparing for collaborative team teaching.
2,185 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 19 sources, MLA, $ 68.95
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In this article, the writer explains that special education refers to the mode of education given to the students with impairments in order to meet their unique educational needs. The programs designed under the curriculum of special education are intended for capacitating the students in terms of educational, vocational and social potentials. The writer notes that there are several types of impairments that are identified as imposing interference with the conventional mode of education. The present study limits its discussion with autism spectrum disorder, physical and health disabilities, deaf culture, speech and language disorder, emotional and behavior disorder and cognitive impairment. In addition, the writer focuses on the required modifications in the teaching styles to accommodate students with these disabilities.
Outline:
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Physical and Health Disabilities
Deaf Culture
Sound and Fury - Hearing World and Deaf Culture
Speech and Language Disorder
Emotional and Behavior Disorders
Mental Retardation
Significance of IQ
Preparation for a Collaborative Team Teaching
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"A great deal of attention to social and communication objectives is essential in designing an effective learning program. With the help of planned activities with naturally developing peers can help children with ASD to gain an improved social and communicative skills which is an important component of the IEP.
"Environmental support involves teaching strategies, alternations and adaptations which include understanding of observed characteristics at temporal, spatial, procedural and assertion level. Children with ASD tend to exhibit limited or idiosyncratic interactions with events, objects and people, so it is essential for both teachers and parents to adapt activities and teaching materials in order to support more appropriate engagement."
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Career and Guidance Counseling, 2008.
A study on the implications of counseling in career guidance.
3,478 words (approx. 13.9 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 98.95
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This research attempts to develop a personal theory of career and guidance counseling. In order to effectively accomplish this task, the writer feels that it is important to consider a review of pertinent career/vocational and career guidance counseling theories that have shaped the development of this field in recent years. The paper notes that through a comprehensive review of these theories, it will then be possible to integrate theory to provide a more integral understanding of one's personal orientation towards the practice. The paper reports that a critical review of theories that can be employed in this field will elucidate the wide scope of methods that are available for professional development. The paper concludes that if changes in practice are needed, a clear understanding of theory will provide a solid basis for decision making in this area.
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Introduction
Literature Review
Developmental Theories
Social Learning Theory
Social Cognitive Approaches
Other Issues that must be Addressed in Practice
Indecisiveness
Multicultural Counseling
My Personal Theory of Career and Guidance Counseling
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"What is perhaps most important about both Holland's typology and person-environment theories in general is that they take the needs of the individual into consideration when providing service to the client. As reported by Miller, Springer and Cowger (2004) person-environment theories draw on ideas of congruence in which the unique needs of the individual must be matched with the unique needs of the environment. When congruence is achieved in this context, it will be possible for the individual to garner considerable satisfaction from his or her career choice. Thus, by applying this theory, the counselor can create a comprehensive assessment that will provide the client with a meaningful understanding of how well his or her personal needs will be met in a particular environmental context (Miller, et al., 2004). Given that counselors have a clear obligation to ensure positive outcomes for clients, this approach appears to provide a salient tool for achieving this goal."
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The Impact of Emotional Labor, 2008.
A research proposal of the impact of emotional labor on entry to low level positions in service industry organizations.
1,309 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 23 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper presents a research proposal that discusses the concept of emotional labor and its impact in the workplace. It discusses what components constitute emotional labor and then examines how emotional labor impacts entry to low level positions in organizations. The paper focuses on the impact of emotional labor in the service industry. An annotated bibliography is included with the paper.
Table of Contents:
Part 1
Proposal
Chapter 1
Introduction
Study Background
Rationale for Topic Selection
Aim and Objectives
Chapter 2
Literature Review
Introduction
Chapter 3
Data And Methods
Introduction
Data to Be Utilized
Part II
Annotated Bibliography
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"As the question whether an individual should and/or can leave his/her emotions at the door when he/she walks into their workplace continues to evoke consideration, this researcher purports this subject to merit current consideration. During the proposed research project on the Impact of Emotional Labor on Entry to Low Level Positions in Organizations, this researcher plans to explore how emotional labor impacts entry to low level positions in organizations. Particular attention will be given to the service industry, while emotional impact will be measured in terms of cost to the corporation and the employee."
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Public Service Announcement: Marriage Techniques, 2008.
A description of a workshop aimed at married couples who are experiencing problems in their marriage.
1,259 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper discusses some reasons for the current high divorce rate, in particular, the lack of interpersonal communication, and proposes a workshop that will help married couples to regain contact with the self, and through this, reestablish contact with a partner. The author explains that self-love is not selfish but a sound basis for personal as well as marital happiness. The loss of self-love leads to a loss of self-esteem and self-respect, which in turn causes resentment of the partner. The author describes the proposed workship in detail and concludes by expressing the belief that all people have within them the ability to make their marriages work, if they are willing to look beyond their resentment and personal pain.
Outline
Introduction
Overview
Target Audience
Learning Objectives
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"According to authors such as Bob Narindra and Sandra T. Spalding, communication is one of the most important foundations of a good marriage. However, the way in which this communication occurs can become problematic. One of the partners may for example communicate by fighting all the time, while the other partner responds by being fearful for the majority of their lives together. Others may interact with silence, facial expressions, and gestures. Communication styles differ among people. The particular style is not of importance. What is important, is that communication should occur effectively. Each partner needs to be able to interact in a way that makes him or her feel satisfied and valued. This often does not happen, and I believe that the core of the problem is a lack of self-esteem in at least one partner. This can be remedied by self-love."
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Early Sex Education to Prevent STD's and Early Pregnancy, 2008.
A discussion about the best way for children to gain their sex education.
1,294 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper argues that children should be taught sex education at early ages to prevent STD's and early pregnancy. In addition, it argues that children and teenagers need more in their sex education than how to prevent problems. The primary arguments addressed in this paper include the following components: the role of the parents, the role of the church, and the role of the educational institution.
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"There is certainly a problem with STD's and early pregnancy, but the causes for both are different. STD's may be caused by unsafe behavior or promiscuousness. The more promiscuous the teen, the higher the chance of STD being acquired (Hopkins). Part of the reason that there is such a high transmission rate of STD (twice as high as in Europe) amongst teens is that there is a gulf between 'planned' and 'spontaneous' sexual activity. It is unlikely that the teen, schooled in the prevention of STD's and pregnancy with condoms, is likely to use them in the heat of the moment; this goes a long way to explaining the high rate of unexpected teen pregnancies.
Contrary to the assertions of some conservative groups, sex education does not promote promiscuity. Contrary to the assertions of some liberal groups, it does not reduce it. Nor does it result in a meaningful reduction in either STD transmission or teen pregnancy (Dreweke). Abstinence education also does not show an effect in public education (Beil). Since none of these programs offered through public schools is effective in reducing STD or teen pregnancy, the debate about increasing their use in public schools is moot--nothing works."
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