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Barney the Dinosaur, 2006.
A look at what makes the character Barney the Dinosaur so appealing to children and so distasteful to adults.
926 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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This paper describes the creation and development of Barney the Dinosaur and examines the reasons for its immense popularity among children. The paper also examines why many adults find Barney so objectionable even while children adore his character. The paper points out that there seems to be no middle ground for how people feel about Barney; he is either loved or despised.
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"A purple dinosaur named Barney has won the hearts of millions of young fans but has caused a wide range of emotions ranging from mild irritation to outright disgust from the older set. Why? What's with this syrupy T-rex who sings, "I love you, you love me, we're a happy a family..." at the end of his immensely popular 1/2 hour program shown daily on most PBS television stations?"
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The Extinction of the Dinosaurs, 2008.
An analysis of whether or not dinosaurs could have become extinct because of the biblical flood.
2,071 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper looks at the extinction of the dinosaurs and assesses the validity of the arguments put forward by creationists in favor of a biblical explanation for their demise. In particular, the paper discusses whether or not it is plausible to believe that the extinction of the great beasts was occasioned by the flood of the story of Noah's Ark. The paper looks at the biblical time-frame and explores whether or not dinosaurs and humans could possibly have existed contemporaneously. Finally, the paper looks at the plausibility of a great Ark existing and at whether the biblical flood could have ever taken place. The paper concludes that there is just enough evidence available for it to be unwise to dismiss the biblical explanation for the demise of the dinosaurs.
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"For one thing, critics of the Ark thesis state that supporters of its existence - such as John Woodmorappe - fail to consider how some creatures ostensibly not on the life-saving vessel (terrestrial snails, to cite one example) could have survived the relentless deluge. Further, critics charge that animals and other living beings which managed to survive the Flood could not possibly have been cared for adequately in any Ark - no matter how big. For instance, those who favor an evolutionary explanation for the earth's past (which necessarily means dismissing biblical accounts of why some creatures persisted into the modern age while others died out) point to the apparent logical improbability of being able to house, feed and sustain thousands of different species in a cramped, confined area; as far the critics are concerned, the example of modern industrial farming simply does not suffice as an explanation for how such an enormous task could have been undertaken (Morton, para.4-5)."
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Dinosaur Extinction, 2001.
This paper examines the current theories and explanations surrounding the extinction of dinosaurs.
1,630 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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This paper looks at the numerous theories that have been presented over time regarding the reason for dinosaur extinction. The author discusses explanations such as a sudden catastrophic event, like a meteor hitting the earth or a volcanic eruption, and also slow, environmental causes like global warming or shifting plate tectonics.
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"First, around the time of the mass extinction of the dinosaurs there was a global climate change. During this time, the environment changed from the warm and mild one present in the Mesozoic era to the cooler one of the Cenozoic. Second, evidence exists to support a massive terrestrial disturbance at the end of the Cretaceous period that included soot in the air, acid rain, the emission of poisonous gases, and a cooling similar to that of a nuclear winter. This terrestrial disturbance caused periods of darkness on the earth as well as a global greenhouse effect. Third, the dinosaurs were only one species that became extinct during this time. According to scientific evidence, approximately 60 percent of all species below the line of the K-T boundary did not exist above that line."
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The Dinosaur Debate, 2005.
A look at the evidence for and against both the impact and volcanism theories on the extinction of dinosaurs.
6,456 words (approx. 25.8 pages), 25 sources, MLA, $ 149.95
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This paper attempts to prove why the impact theory is the most plausible reasoning behind the mass extinction that wiped out the dinosaurs and so many other species at the K-T boundary. By looking at the substantial amount of evidence for this theory, it examines how the impact theory as opposed to the volcanic theory is currently the most valid explanation for understanding why so many of the world's plants and animals died out at the end of the Cretaceous period.
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What's in a Theory: The History of Mass Extinction Hypotheses
The K-T Boundary: The Cold, Hard Facts
The Impact Theory
The Volcanism Theory
Which is More Plausible?
Conclusion
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"As the years progressed and theories for mass extinction began to multiply, the concepts of catastrophism and uniformitarianism were born. Catastrophism is, "the doctrine that major changes in the Earth's crust result from catastrophes rather than evolutionary processes" (Catastrophism). In this definition, "catastrophes" include anything that cannot be explained by solid, proven, unwavering geological processes visible on the Earth. A flood of the magnitude recounted in the Bible would mean that the geological process of the water cycle would have to be sped up tremendously. This is a perfect example of catastrophism because at the time in which it was most widely-accepted, it was perfectly acceptable to society that the Flood was a largely disastrous event brought upon the Earth by God, and not a constant geological process such as weathering or volcanic activity."
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Salomon, Smith & Barney, 2002.
This paper gives a history of the investment firm Salomon, Smith & Barney, tracing its growth from an early beginning in late 19th-century Philadelphia.
787 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
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The writer begins the paper with the initial partnership of broker Charles Barney and investment banker Edward Smith. The paper then follows the partners as they became Citigroup and eventually merged with Salomon Brothers. The paper highlights the unique qualities of this firm.
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"Smith Barney then became a subsidiary of Travelers Group when Primerica acquired that company. As a result of the continuing shakeout and realignment of the financial services industry, the trading firm, Salomon Brothers, sold itself to Citigroup. Travelers Insurance Company which had merged with Citicorp the parent holding company of Citibank (Hoovers, Online). Citigroup combined Salomon Brothers with its own Smith Barney brokerage to form Salomon Smith Barney Holdings. The merger combined Salomon Brothers' global bond-trading strength with Smith Barney's US brokerage strength."
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Barney's Of New York, 1997.
Analyzes the recent bankruptcy filing by Barney's department store and assesses the outlook for the future.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 7 sources, $ 55.95
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"Barney's Department Store in New York has followed a number of other New York retail institutions into difficult times. Recently, there were rumors that Saks Fifth Avenue was considering purchasing Barney's for $290 million, an offer that, in conjunction with Barney's lead creditor, the Japanese department store giant Isetan, would require agreement from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court. It was thought that the combination of Saks and Isetan would represent the strongest possible pairing of retailing and real estate expertise (Barrett 48). The deal was not made.
The department store in America has been affected by shifts in the economy just as have other types of business. However, the department store has also been buffeted by the development of specialty stores and by the development of more and more types of ..."
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Dinosaur Extinction, 2003.
Presents several extinction theories and the thought process behind them.
1,118 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper discusses the method of scientific thinking in theories surrounding the extinction of the dinosaur. It examines several theories, from the outlandish (mental disorders, constipation, mass suicide) to the most widely accepted ones (climatic changes, gradual die-out). The author then combines two theories to create one of his own (a shift in the earth?s orbit which initiated climatic and biological changes).
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"Over the years our ability to gather evidence from the geologic record has increased. New evidence can do many things to our ideas. It can reinforce them or invalidate them or even create new directions for truth seekers to go. The more valid theories fall into two categories, gradual die out and sudden catastrophic event. Most geologic changes occur gradually so this fact alone gives these theories some credibility. Climactic changes can be devastating over long periods of time, as can biological changes."
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Extinction Of The Dinosaurs, 1999.
Examines theories for their extinction including genetics, climatic change, sea fluctuations and a meteor strike.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 9 sources, $ 71.95
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"The earth has evolved in geologic terms, but it has also evolved in terms of the life that teems upon it. All the change that can be seen and inferred has to be explained. The argument in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries was divided into two camps, the catastrophists and the uniformitarianists.
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"The earth has evolved in geologic terms, but it has also evolved in terms of the life that teems upon it. All the change that can be seen and inferred has to be explained. The argument in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries was divided into two camps, the catastrophists and the uniformitarianists. The catastrophists explained the changes by resorting to cosmic violence, to a succession of catastrophes that bring about change suddenly. The uniformitarianists saw the earth evolving in a uniform manner over time. Both groups agreed that catastrophes do play a role in the evolution of the earth and that catastrophes still occur to reshape portions of the earth's surface or to bring about biological changes in a relatively short time. However, this is different from holding that a ..."
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Special Effects, Animation and Jurassic Park, 2007.
This paper describes the revolutionary dinosaur images in Stephen Spielberg's 1993 film, "Jurassic Park."
1,569 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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The paper discusses the revolutionary special effects and animation used in Spielberg's film, "Jurassic Park." The paper reveals that this film opened the door to a new, eye-popping kind of realism in animation for movie audiences. The paper describes the realism of the dinosaurs and attributes this to the special effects creators, the contractors of the Industrial Light and Magic (ILM) group. The paper examines the technology that ILM used in order to produce such realistic computer-generated images.
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"In just about every retail store in America the marketing barrage featured JP action figures, lunch kits, videogames, candy, posters, latex masks, playing cards, children's toiletries, and more, according to Washington State University professor Michael Delahoyde (www.wsu.edu). But it is possible JP would have turned a record profit anyway (it made $870 million worldwide and cost $63 million to produce), without all the marketing trappings, because the animation was so intense and realistic. It was almost like these dinosaurs could walk off the screen and into the lobby where popcorn was being sold."
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ICT and Instructional Strategies, 2005.
This paper is a case study involving Instructional Computer Technology (ICT) and instructional strategies.
3,560 words (approx. 14.2 pages), 18 sources, APA, $ 99.95
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This paper explains that introducing computers into the learning environment does not necessarily improve learning outcome; the role of the teacher to manage content and workflow is critical to the effective use of computers for learning and a prerequisite for the successful and meaningful design of lessons. The author presents a work plan for seven class periods including lectures for grade 6-8 students in the Life Science subject area with three topics: 1) What's New with Dinosaurs? 2) Dinosaur Detectives and 3) Dinosaurs in Argentina. This paper concludes that, although information technology can be a powerful medium for learning at all levels of education and training, learning experiences need to be meaningful, relevant, holistic and should be applied in a flexible learning environment
Table of Contents
Introduction
Analysis of Unit of Work
Definition
Description
Theoretical Perspectives
Constructivism
Behaviorism
Strategies
Provision of Meta-cognitive Experience
Teacher Instructions
Fostering of Cooperative Learning
Direct Instruction and Scaffolding
Increasing Adoption of an e-Learning Environment
Observation and Implementation
Impact on Teachers and Learners
Teachers
Learners
Conclusion
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"Active construction of learning is generally accepted in contemporary education acknowledging that it is important for students to construct their own knowledge rather than acting as passive learners. Students should be encouraged to recognize this importance and should be allowed to construct their own learning. Guiding principles for constructivism are; 1) pose relevant problems, 2) secure lesson around 'big' concepts, 3) value students' point of view, 4) adapt curriculum to students' prior knowledge, and 5) assess authentically. The concept of self-directed learning brings about a changed perspective in respect instructional strategies."
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The Electoral College, 2002.
This paper argues that the Electoral college, unique to American politics, is the equivalent of a constitutional dinosaur. The paper uses examples that illustrate how the process actually thwarts the will of the people.
1,284 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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Unique to the American democratic experiment, the Electoral College awards slates of electors from each state numerically equal to the state?s congressional delegation?representatives plus senators. The paper shows that the electoral college, originally established to adress regional divides and the fear of a demogogue, is an anqituated process that distorts voter participation. Fundamentally, the process is unfair because it violates the 'one man one vote' principle of America's democratic republic.
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"However, according to Akhil Amar, a constitutional scholar at Yale University, ?improvements in communications technology and the rise of political parties,? make regional candidates very unlikely today (Amar 2). Furthermore, sharp regional issues such as slavery and tariffs are absent from the current political landscape. Some proponents of the current system point to the current election where George W. Bush won almost all of the southern and mountain states, while Al Gore won the pacific northwest and the New England states, as evidence that regional divides still linger. However, these are not the regional divides that the founders feared because each candidate still had significant appeal in every region of the country. Even in the infant days of the republic, the founders recognized that the Electoral College was, in the words of James Madison, ?the worst possible system except perhaps for all the rest? (Best 23). However, since many of the problems that prevented a direct popular election no longer exist, the Electoral College is the equivalent of a ?constitutional dinosaur? (Amar 3)."
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Evolutionary Mass Extinctions, 2002.
This paper discusses in detail the changes in environment over time that caused mass extinction of animals such as the dinosaurs.
4,290 words (approx. 17.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 113.95
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This paper explains that the fossil records tell us that, through out the geological history of earth, mass extinctions have been the norm rather than the exception. This paper states that a better understanding of the role extinction plays in evolution is essential. The author concludes that human beings are uniquely adaptable; they invent procedures as medicine that give them extended control over their environments.
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"Of course, the most famous extinction event is that of the dinosaurs, about 65 million years ago. Such events appear in the fossil record as far back as Precambrian time when it is believed that life first began. Ideas of mass extinction has been an issue of controversy between many geologists towards the idea that it is related to intermittent catastrophes such as the striking of the earth's surface by a large asteroid or comet. Many paleontologists and evolutionary theorists reject such ideas and believe them to be unjustified."
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Financial Firms, 2000.
An overview of the financial statements of Salomon Smith Barney and the Prudential & Aetna. With tables.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 0 sources, $ 31.95
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"Financial Statement Analysis of Three Asset Management/Underwriting Firms
Paper Overview
This analysis examines the financial statements of three major financial firms--Salomon Smith Barney; The Prudential; and Aetna Inc. Following a brief introduction to each of the firms, there will be selected financial data presented for each of the firms. This selected financial data will be used as the basis for the third part of the paper that will involve a profitability analysis of the three firms.
Introduction to the Three Firms
Salomon Smith Barney
As a result of the continuing shakeout and realignment of the financial services industry, the trading firm, Salomon Brother..."
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Sex Discrimination in the Workplace, 2002.
A study of the financial industry's continuing practice of discrimination towards women.
1,000 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 35.95
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This paper examines whether a gender gap in pay and promotion does exist within the Salomon Smith Barney Company (one of the world's largest financial brokerage groups) and the issues these practices raise from a human resources standpoint. It looks at the deleterious effects these practices could have, both in terms of lawsuits, negative publicity and market/employment competitiveness. Finally, the paper makes recommendations on how the human resources department could help Salomon Smith Barney avoid clams based on sex discrimination in the future.
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"Furthermore, studies have also found that companies in the financial industry Salomon Smith Barney also has several unspoken practices that could be legally construed as discriminatory to female employees. For example, female brokers complained that they were not being given their fair share of new accounts and referrals. They were excluded from important meetings, which were held in social setting such as male-only business lunches and golf outings."
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Cryptozoology versus Science, 2003.
The case of the Loch Ness Monster.
2,758 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 82.95
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For over 1,000 years, a strange creature that looks very much like a dinosaur has been sighted in the Scottish lake of Loch Ness. Similar sightings have also been recorded over the past 600 years for identical mysterious creatures in lakes across the world. Cryptozoologists, who are scientists that study rare and unknown creatures, believe that the Loch Ness monster does exist and is a species of surviving dinosaur. Although this is very difficult to believe, there is a lot of scientific evidence to support this theory. This research looks at this evidence and argues that 'Nessie' is a prehistoric creature and that scientists must investigate Loch Ness and other similar lakes very carefully. Paper contains an annotated bibliography of the sources used and images.
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"It is possible that our world still be full of mysterious creatures and species of which science knows very little, or possibly nothing about. Mysteries are not just about the possibility of life on other planets, but the possibility of other forms of life on our own planet. Many scientists reject this idea, and argue that there are really no major mysteries related to our planet, but this view is difficult to accept especially as we consider the size of the oceans and seas, or the size of the planet itself. It doesn't seem possible that humans have covered actually every desert and every jungle on the land, and dived down into the bottom of every ocean and sea on earth. Due to the difficulty of believing this, it is easy to believe that there are still many mysterious creatures around us. One branch of science, cryptozoology, is focuses on the search for mysterious animals. Founded in the twentieth century by the Swiss scientist, Bernard Heuvelmans, cryptozoology, can be simply defined as the study of undiscovered animals, which people claim to have seen, or which exist in historical documents, paintings, or even legends. Although it has been attacked as unscientific by zoology, cryptozoology is responsible for the discovery of many animals, including the panda and the ape (Holden 1-2). While science believes that dinosaurs went into extinction millions of years ago, cryptozoologists are arguing against this, and have successfully provided evidence that Nessie (see Appendix) is, in fact, a species of a surviving dinosaur."
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