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Topical Issues in the Classroom, 2005.
An assessment of the value of studying topical political and socio-cultural issues within secondary social studies education.
3,375 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 4 sources, $ 133.95
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This paper examines two topics that have been of topical political and socio-cultural importance within the United States during the past year. Through identifying the core issues found within the War in Iraq and the Terry Schiavo case, this paper attempts to prove that studying current events in the social studies classroom is a fundamental process of helping engage the student in social studies education.
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"Curricular Issues in Secondary Social Studies Education Introduction Teaching students in current events is a remarkably difficult task for the social studies teacher at the secondary level. Typically, the curriculum has leeway constructed into its schedule that enables the educator to focus on topics of current events; many school curricula enable the social studies teacher to spend one to two days per week focusing on recent political and socio-cultural topics instead of historical content. This creates opportunities for the educator to engage students in a broad and meaningful discussion regarding current events and the purpose of social studies teaching in general. While there has been a longstanding debate regarding curriculum issues within the planning phase of the social studies curriculum, the result of this debate is a general acceptance of core content that can be taught to students without fear of alienating or offending community members."
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Secret Economics: The Economic Impact of the Vietnam War, 2002.
This paper is an analysis of the economic impact that the Vietnam War had on the American economy.
2,440 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 74.95
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This paper attempts to estimate what the real total economic cost of the Vietnam War was to the United States. The paper concludes that a reasonable estimate of the economic impact of the Vietnam War on the American economy is that an entire year's worth of productive activity was used to fight the war.
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"The Vietnam War was the defining experience for a generation of Americans. Indeed, it is arguably one of the defining experiences of America as a whole in the Twentieth Century. Its impact on the men who fought there, the men (and women) who did not, the American military in general, American society and popular culture during and following the war has been well documented. However, it was not just a life changing experience for soldiers and protestors, or a force for social change, or even an inspiration for thousands of books and dozens of movies. War is not least an economic event. In addition to being a military defeat, a political blunder and a human tragedy, the Vietnam War was also an economic disaster."
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Economic Growth and Economic Equality, 2002.
Economists view on the difference between economic growth and equality.
1,025 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 3 sources, $ 39.95
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This paper reviews the reasons why economists think there is a conflict between our desire for economic growth and our desire for economic equality.
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Economics and Marketing Research, 2002.
Asks and answers seven questions regarding a variety of economic and marketing topics.
4,650 words (approx. 18.6 pages), 8 sources, $ 169.95
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The questions answered are: Why did Weber regard bureaucratization as an irreversible trend in modern society? Is there any point in continuing to study the classical theorists in order to understand modern society? To what extent do the demands of academic achievement conflict with the demands of femininity? With reference to at least two theoretical perspectives, outline and discuss why motherhood continues to be problematic for feminists. What methodological issues are raised by feminist and anti-racist research? Discuss with reference to examples. Distinguish between random and non-random sampling techniques in sociological research. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each with reference to examples of research studies. What important factors influence the choice of quantitative and qualitative techniques?
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Behavioral Economics, 2004.
Examines an emerging, new subfield of economics known as behavioral economics.
2,367 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 72.95
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This paper defines and explains the field of behavioral economics and highlights the major differences between behavioral economics and neo-classical economic theory. The paper goes on to demonstrate the value that behavioral economics has to offer to all aspects of the field of economics and how it can benefit the economic decision making process.
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"In their article on Behavioral Economics, Sendhil Mullainathan and Richard Thaler explain the importance and relevance of this emerging sub-field within the field of economics. The authors begin their discourse on behavioral economics by first placing in context the focus of the sub-field and the essential differences with the main branch of economics. Behavioral Economics combines the field of psychology and economics in order to investigate "...what happens to markets in which some of the agents display human limitations and complications." (Mullainathan & Thaler) In other words, behavioral economics focuses on understanding socio-psychological behavioral aspects of economic agents."
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Islamic Economics, 1997.
Theoretical overview of the concept of Islamic economics, wherein economic activity is based on the teachings of the Koran. Identifies two primary branches of Islamic economics, the liberal school and the Tawhid school.
4,950 words (approx. 19.8 pages), 11 sources, $ 135.95
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"Islamic economics are a set of theories based on the teachings of the Islamic holy book, the Koran. Timur Kuran, author of the highly critical article in the American Economic Review, "The Discontents of Islamic Morality," argued that the purpose of Islamic economics as helping to "prevent Muslims from assimilating into the emerging global culture whose core elements have a western pedigree" (Kuran, 1996, 1). Kuran also believes that Islamic economics are primarily concerned with attaining cultural goals rather than improved fiscal goals. According to Kuran, these theories are an attempt to limit outside influence of any kind on the Arab world.
However, Timur Kuran makes a common error in his review of Islamic economics by assuming that it is one homogenous school of thought motivated solely toward limiting western influence. In fact ..."
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Economics in "The Wall Street Journal", 2005.
A summary and response of five articles on the subject of economics taken from "The Wall Street Journal".
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 7 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper examines five articles taken from "The Wall Street Journal". Each article discusses one of the following economic topics: the consumer confidence index; the impact of interest rates on the stock market; the federal funds rate and the cost of economic development.
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"The consumer confidence index rose in June 2004 to 101.9, its highest point in two years. Some feared consumer spending would decrease, as tax cuts were spent and interest rates continued to rise. Economists contribute the high to wage increases and perceived job stability. Despite these facts, consumer purchases of big-ticket items, such as automobiles, have decreased. Even the major retailers Target Corporation and Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. have reported June sales below expectations. Economists speculate that increased gasoline prices and interest rates are to blame. The consumer confidence index, which began in 1985 measures consumer opinion of current economic conditions (40% of the index) and future expectations (60%) (McWhinney, 2005, para. 5). "
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Critical Issues in Public Education, 1996.
Discusses a number of critical issues facing U.S. public education. Topics include the role of technology, the use of vouchers for private education, taxpayer rebellion over funding & the demand for effectiveness.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 8 sources, $ 79.95
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"Public school education may be on the verge of more revolutionary change than has occurred during the history of its existence. It may even face modification, or a move away from the mandate to provide common public education for all students. This is a critical time for the American educational system. There are a number of important issues that need to be explored and reflected upon before decisions are made that impact both staff and students, as well as the community as a whole. The issues at the top of the list include: (1) the role of technology, (2) the possibility of the extended use vouchers and increased use of private schools,(3) the funding problems that public schools face as taxpayers rebel against fully funding..."
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"Sex, Drugs, and Economics"--A Book Review, 2007.
This paper reviews Diane Coyle's popular work on economics entitled "Sex, Drugs, and Economics."
1,494 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper reviews Diane Coyle's book "Sex, Drugs, and Economics," which uses far-reaching examples such as the sex industry, illegal drugs, and sports to illustrate basic economic concepts. Coyle's thesis is that economics can explain human behavior in virtually every sphere of human life. Her book attempts to show this through basic economic concepts, such as supply and demand. Economics also is helpful to make apparently inexplicable aspects of human life clearer, such as why persons engage in risky activities more as teens than during other periods of their life, or why people chose to take illegal drugs. The paper concludes by stating that Coyle's book makes economics more understandable through its original and refreshing format.
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"Coyle analyzes the drug industry to examine the ways in which the industry functions much like a legitimate market. For example, dealers give away free samples, like marketers do with new forms of soap or shampoo, to get potential customers addicted or 'hooked' upon the product. (9) However, despite the fact that up to 50 percent of Americans have tried some form of illicit drug, not all drug consumers become hooked--the core market of persons who are addicted drive the incentive of sellers to continue to supply their habit, and the lack of comparable substitute goods for growers that yield a competitive profit creates an incentive to maintain the supply of the drug. (10)"
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Economics In Modern Society, 2008.
A review of the book "Small is Beautiful: Economics As If People Mattered", written by Ernst Friedrich Schumacher.
1,156 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper discusses the book "Small is Beautiful: Economics As If People Mattered", which is a collection of essays written by Ernst Friedrich Schumacher on the topic of economics in modern society. The paper explains that, although this "modern society" refers for the most part to the outlook from 1973 (when the book was first written), these concepts still have relevance today in our increasingly technological, material society. The paper looks at how Schumacher analyzes economics not in the staid, scientific manner of college professors, but from a viewpoint of heart, wit, humor and originality. The paper also notes that the titles of many of the essays give a clue to the types of perspectives showcased - essays such as "Buddhist Economics", "Technology with a Human Face" and "Nuclear Energy: Salvation or Damnation?", indicating that the collected essays demonstrate a fairly liberal, humanistic view of modern economics
personal and passionate, particularly regarding the academic take common to the arena of economics at the time (the 1970s). The paper further explains that the book aims to analyze macroeconomics in terms of micro examination and that the thesis statement, or main proposition reiterated throughout the book, is that our economy is an unsustainable one, and that we are using up our natural resources.
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"In closer detail, topics covered include the modern world and the problems of production, peace and permanence; global resources, and how this relates to nuclear energy, technology, industry resources, land use and consumer education; the third world and its relation to global development, technology, village-style life and unemployment issues; and organization and ownership, which includes an analysis of theory of large-scale organization, socialism, ownership, and emerging new patterns of ownership. The ground covered is not anything particularly new, at least not for our society. At the time of initial publication, Schumacher's sentiments no doubt reflected growing concerns in terms of globalization - the environment, overuse of natural resources, materialism over humanism and lack of proper organization and preparation on a global scale. Today, these issues are so contemporary and current that their highlighting seems commonplace."
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The Economic Situation, 2004.
This paper reviews the 2003 economic climate by evaluating many economic topics, such as Iraq and retail sales, and attempts to forecast into 2004.
1,850 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper explains that believing everything one reads may lead to a false sense of economic security. The author points out that the economy may be improving, but economists are only hoping that corporate America will get that sense of security and, therefore, create the economic resurgence the nation so desperately needs. The author predicts that, after experiencing investment deficiency, organizations will slowly increase their levels of spending, which will eventually add jobs. Charts.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Current economy
Inflation
Unemployment Figures
Iraq/Military
Investment
Airline industry
Oil
Forecast 2004
Conclusions
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"Recently new scandals have been brought to the forefront of the media regarding the mutual fund fraud and favoritism. Yet the market continues to gobble up large amounts of cash because Baby Boomers are nearing retirement. The key is that investors should be in the market for the long haul to reduce volatility. We should understand that sell-offs can happen. There are always speculative bubbles, a lack of confidence in the economy or market, potential recession, increased inflation, a possible war, or simply 'just because.' Going back as far as the 19th century proves stocks are not any riskier than bonds in the long run and although returns fluctuate from year to year, volatility is all but canceled over longer periods."
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Nancy Folbre's "The Invisible Heart: Economics and Family Values", 2004.
This paper reviews Nancy Folbre's "The Invisible Heart: Economics and Family Values", which discusses how families are adversely affected by today's economics.
750 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper explains that there is a conflict in our society between the economics of supply and demand and family values. The author points out that Folbre feels the problems of the welfare system are a direct result of the government's lack of providing care for its citizens. The paper relates that, originally, school schedules were established in the days when farm families needed children to help with crops; but, today, this model is nothing more than an example of economic inefficiency.
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"The economic value of care giving has never been established and remains undervalued. So how do women who are the traditional caregivers move out of that role without feeling guilty because they are not living up to their familial obligations? There must be mutual responsibility when both parties maintain careers or work to enhance the quality of family life and maintain standards of living."
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Islamic Economics, 2001.
Examines the historical development of Islamic economics, especially the prohibition on the payment of interest (riba) and the mandatory tax on assets (zakat) that aided the poor.
2,005 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 6 sources, $ 63.95
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This paper demonstrates that Islamic economics, like alternative economic systems, reflects a unique historical experience, and is dependent upon that historical experience for its success. Islamic economics, in particular, the paper argues, has historically produced successful outcomes, but those successful outcomes are dependent upon the historical Islamic context. The shift away from this Islamic context inherent in modernization, however, nullifies the historical conditions that an effective Islamic economic system requires. The paper's main points include but are not limited to: the historical origin of the Islamic economic system is rooted in the caravan trade routes, the mercantile wealth that began to define the culture, and that Islamic economics replaces the free-market imperative of maximization of individual utility with a social justice imperative of cooperation and equality.
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"Disputes among various schools about whether nominal interest that accounts for the time value of money is prohibited are not important to the question of interest in the economy, because real interest is prohibited as riba in any case, and it is the real interest rate that determines key macroeconomic variables in classical economic models, such as the level of investment and supply of loanable funds."
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The Law of Thermodynamic Economics, 2007.
An analysis of the relationship between thermodynamics and neo-classical economics.
1,146 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper discusses unsustainable consumption patterns and the laws of thermodynamics. It discusses the relationship between thermodynamics and the study of neo-classical economics and free-market society and its importance in the current economic model. Finally, the paper examines why ecological economics is antithetical to neo-classical economists and free market advocates and then discusses the need for further research on the topic.
Table of Contents:
Overview
Thermodynamics in Economics
Current Importance
Objections
Further Research
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"The first law of thermodynamics is the law of conservation and this law is critical in the establishment of sustainable consumption patterns within a free-market economy that rejects all forms of constraints (Lawn pars.2-5). Although this law states that energy cannot be destroyed or created it illustrates that materials that result in energy can be depleted through transformation processes that result in forms of energy that cannot be harvested in an economic sense. Entropy is essentially the second law of thermodynamics and as such is central to thermodynamics as it is applied to ecological economics. Entropy is the concept in ecological economics that describes the state of potential energy as being less than the initial energy contained within an item or unit (Finch & McMaster 135). It describes the necessity of continually introducing new energy into economic activity to produce ever greater results or outcomes at the risk of economic shutdown."
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End of Life Issues, 2007.
This paper discusses end of life issues for the family.
1,458 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 48.95
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In this article, the writer discusses end of life issues for the family and notes that all nurses are certain to encounter these issues in some form. The writer points out that with a rapidly aging population, it is vital to provide culturally and gender-sensitive end-of-life interventions to enhance patient/family satisfaction and to efficiently allocate resources. The writer maintains that women experience end-of-life problems differently from men and minority cultures encounter very different issues from the white dominant culture. The writer looks at the Calgary Family Assessment Model (CFAM) that allows for a systematic method to complete a comprehensive family assessment as well as the choice of the most effective interventions to ensure family functioning. The writer discusses this topic with regards to communication, roles and influence.
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"This dimension includes the family life cycle and the continuity and change related to a chronic illness. Culture and class interact with family development. Family life cycles such as death demand that that the family change and adapt. In terms of developmental assessment, any recent significant events in the family along with impending death need to be discussed. This assessment establishes the family's developmental stage, provides a perspective by which the current stressors can be explored to determine the probable impact on the family and on its future development."
"Within the functional dimension, expressive functioning includes verbal, nonverbal, and emotional communication, roles, influence, beliefs, and alliances or coalitions. Good communication is vital when a patient is dying; in this situation, communication is particularly important for the family members who are subject to extreme stress."
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