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The History of the Calendar, 2007.
A detailed history of the Gregorian calendar.
1,335 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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The purpose of this paper is to introduce, discuss, and analyze the topic of the modern calendar. Specifically the paper discusses how the Gregorian calendar came into being and the many changes it has undergone during its history. The paper examines how timekeeping has evolved from early, much more complicated methods. The paper concludes that the calendar may not be perfect, but it serves a vital purpose, and will probably remain constant for centuries to come.
From the Paper
"One aspect of calendar history is quite surprising. While it would seem the Gregorian calendar that is the most common would be the universal calendar used around the world today, it is not. Historian Doggett continues, "According to a recent estimate, there are about forty calendars used in the world today" (Doggett, 2004). Some of these other calendars include the Hebrew calendar (used in Israel), the Islamic calendar (used throughout the Muslim world), the Chinese calendar (used throughout China), and the Indian calendar (used in India). Most of these calendar variations are used in specific localities and cultures, and there have been some attempts to coordinate them with the Gregorian calendar (Doggett, 2004)."
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Christian Calendar, 1996.
Examines historical, Biblical, theological & spiritual bases & significance of times & days of major Christian holidays, sacraments, cycles, rituals, events in life of Jesus.
4,500 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 13 sources, $ 135.95
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" As Christianity grew from its earliest days as a sect within Judaism to its position as a truly world religion, so, too, did its observation of events based on the life and work of Jesus of Nazareth. The Christian church has, from it earliest foundation, worshipped according to a religious (or, liturgical) calendar which owes its origin to that of the Hebrews. Indeed, virtually all of the major events involving Jesus' earthly ministry are marked against the background of the Jewish calendar. According to Hickman, et al., although at least one of the Eastern religions accounts little or nor historicity according to a definite timeline,
we realize just how crucial time is to Christian faith. . . For Christianity, the ultimate meanings of life are not"
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Expansion of a U.S. Company into the Saudi Arabian Market, 2002.
A description of the company's product line of pocket and desktop calendars and organizers.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 6 sources, $ 71.95
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Describes the company's product line of pocket and desktop calendars and organizers. Problem inherent in the calendar that would prohibit successful entry and how the problem could be overcome. Differences between the Islamic and Julian calendars. Complex rules and regulations of the Sharia. Brief analysis of doing business in Saudi Arabia. 1 Table.
From the Paper
"I. Executive Summary
This analysis details how Jot-It, Inc. is an El Monte-based manufacturer of pocket and desktop calendars and organizers that is competing in the United States with Day Runner, Time Minder, and other similar products has a distinct market niche in the Saudi Arabian market, one which involves a modification of the printed templates which are the basis of the company's extensive product line.
This report focuses on the one element of the Jot-It line that would prohibit successful entry -- the differences between the Islamic and the Julian calendars -- and shows the way that this problem can be overcome, thereby assuring good market entry. Information on a translation company which has also provided the lowest bid for the conversion work is included in the problem analysis. "
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The Religion of the Aztecs, 2002.
An examination of the Aztec religion including a discussion of some of their gods and goddesses and the Aztec calendar system.
1,678 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 54.95
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This paper looks at how the Aztec people took their religion very seriously and how they were one of the first groups of people to make up their own calendar and how they worshiped hundreds of gods and goddesses. It discusses some of their beliefs and rituals and evaluates how the importance of the gods and goddesses as well as the importance and significance of calendars are incorporated into these religious beliefs.
Outline
The Religion of the Aztecs
Introduction
The Aztec Calendar System
Aztec Beliefs
Primary Gods
Rites and Ceremonies
Conclusion
Works Cited
From the Paper
"Aztecs worshiped in temples that were either round or shaped like pyramids (Gregoire, 2003). Many of these temples had special areas that were used for games and other forms of offerings. These included special courts for playing ball games, and an area with sacrificial stones. The Aztecs normally followed a ritual of purification, then offering, then sacrifice. They believed that sacrifice was intrinsic to the worship of the gods, and that it was a necessity because there could be no new life without death. Death was part of the great circle of life, and the Aztecs had opinions about what happened to a person when they died. According to the Aztecs, where you went in death depended on what you had done in life (Perkin, 10)."
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The U.S. School Calender, 2008.
A look at the advantages of a year-round school calendar versus the traditional 10-month school calender in the United States.
1,552 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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The paper discusses the positive benefits of year-round education, based on the perceptions of educational experts, parents and teachers. The paper states that year-round schooling makes more efficient use of school facilities and enables more students to be accommodated in school as well as increases the supply of teachers. The paper comments that year-round schooling does not have a negative impact on the academic achievements of students. Thus year-round education would be more beneficial to parents, to teachers and to students, without harming the academic achievements of the students.
Outline:
Year-Round Education
Benefits of Year-round Education
onclusion
From the Paper
"For teachers, one benefit of year-round education is that it tends to diminish teacher burn-out because teachers would get to have frequent breaks from teaching all throughout the year. Teachers would not be stuck with 9 months of continuous teaching with only the summer break to look forward to as their means of relaxation. By having more short breaks within the school year, teachers would get to recharge their batteries and would be fresh for the next academic term. Improved pay or work schedule. Both single-track and multi-track year-round schedules help meet the interests of teachers who want extra days and extra pay and, alternatively, those who wish to keep their vacation days intact (Stenvall, 2000). This prevents teachers from seeking other employment aside from teaching. In single-track schedules, teachers may choose to teach intersession classes for additional pay."
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Mayan Time, 1994.
The significance of the time in Mesoamerican civilization. Includes linear development, agriculture, seasons, calendar and the philosophy of time.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 8 sources, $ 55.95
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"No other people in history made of time so great a fetish as the Maya (Coggins, 1979; von Hagen, 1961). Without doubt, time - and man's perception of it - has played an important role in the development of civilizations throughout the world (Thompson, 1966). The pre-Columbian Mayan civilization was no exception to the general rule. Instead, it raised the science of time-keeping via the calendar to a level of accomplishment that was as accurate as the sophisticated, verified calculations of today. The question immediately raised, of course, is: Why? Why such a preoccupation with time? With record-keeping? With such single-minded attention to accuracy that the Mayans devised not one but three calendar systems? The answer, not surprisingly for a civilization that never progressed technologically into the post-Stone Age, lies in agriculture."
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A Year-Round Education, 2008.
A discussion of the advantages of a year-round education vs. the traditional calendar school year.
1,268 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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The paper discusses the year-round schedule for schools that is a controversial alternative to the traditional school year of nine months schooling with a three-month break. The paper explains the many benefits of the year-round option that keeps the learning process in motion with shorter breaks scheduled throughout the year. The paper
asserts that a year-round schedule will accommodate our students' ever-growing and changing educational needs.
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"For many years, students have been attending school for nine months of the year with an extended break of approximately three months over the summer in order to regroup and become prepared to start the education process all over again. This type of schedule is known as a traditional calendar school year and according to Schlechty was instituted many years ago at a time when most Americans lived in rural areas on farms. These farmers would need all the help they could get during planting and harvesting time which always required the help of their children (Dossett & Munoz)."
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Year Round Education in the US, 2008.
An examination of the benefits or otherwise of an extended year-round education system in the US.
1,541 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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The paper comments that there is increasing popularity in the year-round school programs that are seen as an alternative to the traditional ten-month school calendar. This alternative is seen as necessary in order to match the educational superiority of economically leading countries such as Japan which have longer school days than that of the United States. The paper states that both educational experts and parents have very different views about this new concept. Debates have often been held concerning whether or not there is a need for this alternative school schedule. The paper relates that educational experts and parents that are in favor believe that there are academic benefits to be obtained because of the continuous schedule of learning. In addition, the paper states that there are also parents believe that it is psychologically healthy that children should have their normal summer break in order for them to get away from the demands of school. This paper gives an overview of what this new concept of a year-round school calendar or an extended year program is all about and enumerates both the positive and the negative aspects of this new alternative school schedule.
Outline:
Year-Round Education
Benefits of Year-round Education
Conclusion
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"Students tend to forget a lot during long summer vacations and it is harder to instill the knowledge back to them after long vacations. Shorter vacations for students might be able to increase the students' retention rates of previously-learned knowledge. It was found out that most students would experience about 4% regression over the long summer vacation. The regression rate is almost the same for students with mild learning handicaps and regular students. A study also showed that the recoupment rate of students with mild handicaps is much slower than regular students. Regression is the loss of knowledge while recoupment is the re-installation or re-learning of the loss knowledge."
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Paganism in the Roman Empire, 2008.
A discussion on the beliefs, organization and practices of paganism in Roman Empire.
3,267 words (approx. 13.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 93.95
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This paper discusses the complex religion of Roman Paganism. The paper describes the basis of Roman superstition -that certain acts would incur the wrath of the gods and explains the Roman religious calendars in relation to the Roman paganistic festival and rites. Although this religion might seem highly complex, the author explains how the Romans were also highly spiritual as they were dependent on religion for everything they did. Sacrifices as part of the rights and rituals of the Romans are also discussed. A list of the forty-six public gods that the Romans worshipped is included with the paper.
Outline:
The Beliefs of Roman Pagans
The Gods of Rome
Superstition & the Gods
Roman Mythology: "Romulus & Remus"
The Organization of Roman Paganism
The Roman Religious Calendars
Boundaries of Worship
The Practice of Roman Paganism
Sacrifice
Conclusion
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"The Romans worshipped numerous gods. In cities throughout Rome, many more deities were added throughout the centuries. They were usually local gods. Each city had its own set of local god. The number and names of the local gods are not known. In addition to their local gods, the Romans had a universal 'list' of forty-six of public deities to whom they served and prayed to. Each separate god or goddess had power in their own specific field; thus, they were worshipped based on the aspect of life over which they 'ruled."
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Rice, 2003.
An overview of rice and its importance to the world as part of the staple diet.
3,227 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 93.95
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This paper examines how rice is a grain cereal plant of the grass family and how in terms of total production it is the world's second leading food crop. In particular, it looks at how rice will continue to play a major role in feeding billions of people in the world especially in Asia and how the goals and ambitions of researchers today must be to develop rice cultivars and methods of cultivation which enhance the crop yield and are resistant to disease and adverse weather conditions.
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Biology of the Rice Plant
Regions of Rice Cultivation and Factors Affecting Yield
Preparation for Planting
Soil Type
Whole Farm Planning
Calendar of Events
Propagation of Rice
Recent Developments
Irrigation
Pests and Diseases
Harvesting
Post Harvest Issues
Processing
Environmental Effects of Rice Cultivation
Conclusion
References
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"The rice plant is usually classified as the genus Oryza in the grass family (Graminae). The rice plant has a number of jointed stems, called culms, which measure between 38cm to 244cm. The culms are composed of hollow internodes that join at solid nodes and arise from the shallow fibrous root system. A few of the nodes become elongated as the plant matures. The upper internode supports the panicle, which is the head of the rice plant. The flat grass-like leaves of the rice plant have a basal sheath which surrounds the culm. The blade of the leaf is set at an angle to the sheath. The panicle can range from open to compact and from erect to droopy. In most varieties it is dense and droopy."
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Ruth and Esther, 2006.
An analysis of the Hebrew biblical texts about Ruth and Esther.
1,260 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper studies the Book of Ruth and the Book of Esther, two of the five megillot -- or scrolls -- from the Hebrew bible. The paper discusses the origin and message of each story. The paper also explains when these stories are read and their significance in the Jewish calendar. The paper then compares and contrasts the roles of these two women in Jewish history and their legacy for the Jewish people.
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"The five books have little in common apart from their roles in the liturgy. Although the Song of Solomon and Lamentations are poetic in form and Ruth and Esther are stories of heroines, the contrast in the moods and purposes of both pairs sharply distinguishes the books. Ecclesiastes is a product of the Hebrew wisdom movement and exhibits the most pessimistic tone of any book in the Hebrew Bible."
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Moser and Glaser Compared, 2005.
Compares and contrasts two posters by artists Koloman Moser and Milton Glaser.
1,533 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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Koloman Moser became one of the founding fathers of the Viennese Movement and one of the most remarkable artistic figures of the turn of the century. This paper examines his 1904 poster, poster "Religious Calendar", which was created in 1903, at the height of the Art Nouveau and Bauhaus movements. The paper then examines a poster by Milton Glaser, who is considered the most outstanding graphic designer of the last half of the 20th century. The poster depicts singer, Bob Dylan.
The paper compares and contrasts the two works of art and shows how each artist used a distinct approach.
From the Paper
"Dylan, especially because of the vivid and bright coloration of the hair, is a much more optimistic creation than the Religious Calendar. As previously pointed out, there is an air of intriguing mystery surrounding Moser's poster which doesn't exist in Glaser's case, where the artist was even keen on noting on the character to whom it was referring to, in case there was any confusion. While in Moser's case, the interpretation of the character could range anywhere from a witch to the black widow, Glaser points out simply that this is DYLAN."
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The U.S. District Court of California, 2007.
A look at several different functions that are critical to the continued operation of the U.S. District Court of the Northern District of California.
1,691 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper looks at the U.S. District Court of the Northern District of California and describes nine of the courts' essential functions and the necessity of these functions in order for the courts to continue to operate properly. It concludes with an overview of the subject matter addressed as well as some thoughts from the author.
Outline:
Finance/Accounting
Legal Advocates and Court Interpreters
Technical Support and Litigants
Calendar Clerks and Court Personnel
Conclusion
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"The court takes advantage of the opportunity of technology in benefits for users and the court. The strategy of using technology in the court will benefit the transacting process by setting standards and guidelines for the systematic implementation and integration of information technology into the courts. The Technical Support and litigants are to support the Court's administration; judicial function and the way the information are delivered. The use of a program called "eCourt" will be used. The eCourt program has a least amount of disruptions and efficiently deliveries the information to the needed destinations. Another advantage of technology in benefits to the court is the use of digital telephone services and video conferencing for the courts. "
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Public Relations Campaign, 2008.
A proposal for a public relations campaign for the L'Oreal group of summer products.
2,370 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 72.95
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The paper describes a public relations campaign proposal for L'Oreal's summer products launch and focuses on continuing the relationship between L'Oreal and its clients, as well as building relationships with new clients. The paper sets forth the specific goals and objectives that must be attained based on an analysis of the marketing and communication situation at L'Oreal. The paper presents a plan of action using mass media, messages, and budgets.
Outline:
Introduction
Problem/Opportunity Statement
Situation Analysis
Internal Factors Analysis
External Factors Analysis
Establishing the Objectives
Identifying the Target Customer Segments
Establishing the Strategies and Tactics to be used in the PR Campaign
Communication Channels
Activity Calendar
Budget
Control and Evaluation of the Results
From the Paper
"Organizing special events. The company will organize a special event for launching the new line of products for summer. This will be the central piece of the PR campaign in our case. The entire campaign relies on successfully organizing this event. Given the fact that we are dealing with products addressing summer use, the event must have a strong connection with the concept of summer. The scenery the event will take place in must be in complete accordance with the concept of summer. Therefore, it I recommended to organize the event on a beach, whether it is a real or an artificial one, since the beach represents best the idea of summer. If possible, the event should be organized on a real beach, in areas that allow this. Of course, most locations will not allow this, therefore it is recommended to create, design, and construct an artificial beach. The artificial beach will however contain real palm trees and real sand, an artificial ocean, which is not very hard to build, since it is widely used in movies. The guests invited at the event will wear beach clothing. It is recommended to serve exotic dishes and drinks. The new product line to be launched is named Sublime Summer. The event, which will take place during the evening and night, should be named A Sublime Night for a Sublime Summer."
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Anger Management, 2008.
A research paper that investigates merging two anger management programs together to help resolve the growing violence in public schools.
5,980 words (approx. 23.9 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 142.95
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This paper deals with the issue of anger management in the public school system, - a pervasive problem for which a solution is needed quickly. This research outlines a study that attempts to marry two of the leading anger management programs in the USA, creating a new program that will effectively curtail violence in the school systems. The results of this study are expected to provide an excellent resource for schools and parents to help their children curtail bursts of temper that result in violent episodes
Outline:
Action Research Project Verification Form
Chapter I: Introduction Problem Statement
Description of the Community
Description of the Work Setting
Writer Role
Chapter II: Study of the Problem
Problem Description
Problem Documentation
Literature Review
Causative Analysis
Chapter III: Outcomes and Evaluations
Goals and Expectations
Expected Outcomes
Measurement of Outcomes
Analysis of Results
Chapter IV: Solution Strategy
Statement of Problem
Selected Solutions/Calendar Plan References
From the Paper
"The community chosen for this research is located south of San Francisco, Santa Cruz, California. The town has a markedly rural population. In 1956, the current district was created through the combining of five separate districts into one. Some of these districts had beginnings long before the Gold Rush of 1849. The current population is 173,339 people spread over 199.5 square kilometers. There are 62,400 families depending or will be depending on New City's only school district in the future, a district of 31,530 students (New City California Resource Guide, 2003). To accommodate these children, there are 27 elementary schools, five junior high schools, and six high schools. The average home costs about $600,000. The major language groups are: English (42%), Spanish (50%), and Mandarin (8%), (FUSD, Office of Federal and State Projects, 2007). The neighborhood is working-class and a recent census indicated that close to one-third of the population fell below the poverty line. There has been a long history of domestic violence and the divorce rate is quite high in this community. These factors might contribute to the high occurrence of violence in the local school system."
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