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The Family Life Cycle: A Case Study, 2005.
Uses a case study to discuss the typical family life cycle.
904 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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This paper describes how a family of origin functioned during family life cycle events and tasks. Considers aspects such as degrees of assimilation and adaptation, differentiation, boundary adjustment, shifting of roles and establishment of family rules. The paper gives attention to particular events that challenge a family of origin during a phase of development. The essay shows that we can apply developmental thinking to a family system. The important points discussed are as follows:, clear introduction and focus, clear concise reporting and observations, demonstrated understanding of developmental tasks and events.
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"This paper describes how a family of origin functioned during family life cycle events and tasks. The events tasks selected are those of having young children, dealing with adolescence, launching children from the home, and being confronted with the empty nest phenomenon. The family of origin, Family Y, consists of a traditional nuclear family. They have been married for years and have three children, two girls and a boy, which are now adults."
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Family Life Cycle, 2005.
A systemic perspective of the family life cycle's final stages.
4,012 words (approx. 16.0 pages), 30 sources, MLA, $ 108.95
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This paper focuses upon both the needs and the challenges faced by both the family as a whole and by individuals entering the final phase of the family life cycle. It looks at how the final phase of the family life cycle encompasses two separate stages, the launching phase (55-69 years of age), which is characterised by the last dependent member of the family exiting from the family system and the 'later life' stage (70 to 100+ years of age), which is characterised by the acceptance of a shift in generational roles.
Outline
Family Systems Theory
Launching Stage
Assessment and Treatment Issues within the Launching Stage
Transition from the Launching Stage to Later Life
Later Life
End of Life and Loss
Assessment and Treatment Issues in Later Life
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"Self-concept plays a large role within this stage, which is best portrayed by Erikson's psychosocial theory of development. Here, the middle aged adult looks outside of themselves and aspires to care, or to be of service to others; such a notion is coined: generativity. Generativity is analogous to unselfish love and is given regardless of whether or not it is reciprocated (Erikson, 1963). On the other side of the notion of generativity is stagnation, in which the individual becomes completely self-absorbed. Such a stage of conflict contributes to one's sense of purpose and their expanded identity. Here, individuals re-evaluate their career goals, they have a shift in family responsibility and they must begin to deal with one's own mortality (Erikson, 1963)."
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The Family Life Cycle, 2008.
This paper discusses the life cycle of a family, with reference to Ross J. Eshleman's textbook, "The Family".
789 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 28.95
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The paper reviews the family life cycle as discussed in a textbook penned by Ross J. Eshleman titled "The Family". The paper first reviews the birth of a child into a family unit, the socializing processes that occur and the transition to adolescence. From there, the paper looks at the socializing factors that shape young adults and then some time is devoted to looking at middle-aged parents and the final years of life.
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"The life cycle of a family is quite intriguing. We are all born, experience the helplessness of infancy, the possibilities of childhood, the rebelliousness of adolescence, the burgeoning responsibilities of young adulthood, become parents of our own (in most instances) and then, after having reared and socialized our children, come to rely upon them in old age. To begin this paper, there are many theories for the socialization process. For instance, there are conditioning theories or behavioral theories that emphasize stimulus/response interactions."
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A Case Study: Family Theory and Alzheimer's Disease, 2006.
A case study of a family that is providing primary care for a loved one suffering from Alzheimer's disease.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper develops a case study that applies family therapy theory to a special needs problem, in this case Alzheimer's disease. First, the extent of the family problem is discussed, including demographics such as race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexual orientation, illness, economics, environment, religion, and social supports. Next, one theoretical model is chosen for this case and the reasons for this choice are explained. A definition of this theory is then offered, followed by a discussion and application of interviewing and counseling skills. Three specific uses for this theory are then applied and, finally, the impact of relevant health-care policy is examined.
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"Alzheimer's disease is perhaps one of the most difficult chronic illnesses to cope with, not only for the individual suffering from the malady, but for family and loved ones, as well. This occurs mainly because the family has a sense that they have lost their loved one even before that person has died, due to the dementia that the disease brings. In a journal article for Family and Community Health, Clark and Standard (1996) note that "Although it is commonly believed that US society typically abandons its elders to extended care facilities, studies show that it is the family that usually bears primary responsibility for care of chronically ill and dependent elders." This is precisely the type of case on which this paper will focus. The family in question is providing care for their loved one, but the burden and stress are becoming overbearing."
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Case Study: Family Dollar Stores, 2005.
This paper describes the Family Dollar stores in which the merchandise rarely costs more than a few dollars.
2,712 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 95.95
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This paper discusses the company mission statement, vision, and strategic issues of the Family Dollar stores. The author points out the significance of these new types of merchandisers. The paper considers strategy alternatives and recommendation at Family Dollar stores.
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"While so-called big box retailers, such as Best Buy, Home Depot and Wal-Mart, have received much attention in recent years and have in someways changed retailing in the United States, another significant shift has been underway among smaller retailers, who offer general merchandise. These so-called dollar stores offer merchandise that rarely exceeds a few dollars in price on a per-unit level and considerable inroads have been made by companies such as the Cent Store Big Lots and Family Dollar. The strategy behind these ..."
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Systems Development Case Study: the Case of PepsiCo, 2005.
A case study looking at PepsiCo's implementation of a new procurement tracking and data-keeping system.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
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The paper looks at PepsiCo's recent decision to implement a new procurement tracking and data-keeping system for its international operations. It paper examines the objective that drove the change, the factors at play which made it desirable, the main participants in the new design, and the systems development cycle approach which would have worked best had it been implemented at the start of the entire process.
Finally, the paper looks at the problems and opportunities that would have been considered by the student if he had been in charge of the design and implementation of the new procurement system.
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"The following paper will briefly review five questions which invariably arise when assessing why a particular systems arrangement is adopted by an organization. Specifically, the paper will look at PepsiCo's objectives for any Purchase to Pay system modification it undertakes, what factors were present to motivate the company to implement the project, who were the main participants PepsiCo had to involve so as to develop the corporation's revamped Purchase to Pay system, which systems development cycle approach would have been best for the PepsiCo project and, not least of all, what problems and opportunities should have been considered in conducting the initial systems investigation? This is a fairly complex topic, but the underlying truth it reveals are not especially complex at all; to wit, the case study of PepsiCo underscores how important it is to examine every option and scenario before making detailed changes.."
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The Product Life Cycle, 2005.
This paper discusses the product life cycle, a marketing paradigm, which suggests that the life cycle of the product can be assessed through various temporal categorizations.
1,560 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 51.95
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The paper explains the main phases of the product life cycle are the introduction of the product or service, growth, the establishment of adulthood, and decline. Throughout this process, the product undergoes various changes in market strategy and customer attenuation. The author points out that opponents of the paradigm generally claim it is too general and does not provide an explanation for specific cases that do not follow the model. The paper stresses that, in reality, many products reach maturity, begin to decline, and then find new strength. A product also may skip from stage to stage without following a linear pattern; therefore, the product life cycle should perhaps be best construed as a general rule to which there are plenty of exceptions.
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"During the growth stage, the product begins to be recognized and develops a sort of life of its own. Comparing the theoretical model to its biological underpinnings, one might say that this is the stage in which the product goes from id to ego and develops a consciousness of the external and environments. Personifying the product is of course
the point of the theory. Generally, during the growth stage the product gains competitors and a part in the market that is active."
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Case Study: ?Raising Achievement Project?, 2005.
This paper is a case study performed in 103 primary Great Britain schools in collaboration with the "Raising Achievement Project", which was implemented over a five year period.
25,380 words (approx. 101.5 pages), 103 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper explains that the study focuses on the "talking", "conversation", "interaction", "collaboration", "listening", and "action engagement", which occur in the classroom and whole school environment, and examines the cognitive levels and meta cognitive aspects of students, seeking insight into the best practices, on the basis of the whole school environment. The author points out that there is a strong link between structured talk and purposeful talk among teachers and the development of thinking in relation to teaching and learning. The paper relates that the research used a qualitative rather than quantitative methodology, which allowed the research to be in its natural setting, in an open and responsive manner, permitting the researcher to get closer to the data sources and context of the data.
Table of Contents
Case Study Introduction
Emerging Questions
Main Goal of the Case Study
Methodology
Approach of the Case Study
Key Features of this Project
Focus of the Case Study
Structure of the In-Service Days of the Project
Teaching the "What?", "How?" and "Why?"
Emerging Questions
Outcomes of the Project
Evidence provided by OFSTED of 1998 L.E.A.
PHASE Two of the Case Study
Evidence Collected as Part of the Project Evaluation Process
Evidence from OFSTED Inspections of L.E.A. Schools
Quality of Provision
Key Questions
Central Hypothesis
Research Methodology
Research Design
Research Methods
Bloom's Taxonomy
Cognition
Creative Thinking
Critical Thinking
Infusion
Meta-cognition
Thinking Skills
Transfer
Data Analysis
Quantitative Methods of Analysis
Triangulation in Qualitative Research
Evidence and Analysis
Reflection Sheets
Literature Review
Important Questions for the Educator
Instructional Conversation Application in Proper Settings
The Teacher's Key in Instructional Conversation
"Teaching Thinking Skills" by Kathleen Cotton
Findings
Critical Thinking across the Curriculum
Learning Outcomes Suggested in Communication Curricular Goals
Higher Order Thinking Skills
Method One: Heuristic Problem-Solving Strategies
Method Two: The Meta-cognitive Approach
Method Three" Subject-based Strategies Cognitive Acceleration in Science and Maths
"Learning to Learn"
Self-Actualization? Cognitive Enhancing?
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"The focus of the Project Teacher was in the working with the teachers in the development of their teaching and learning skills in the classroom. Each of the 103 schools received seven visits, each for one-half of the school day. The visits were timed so as to allow the teachers time in between each visit to test strategies of teaching and further develop them in an independent manner. Not at any time was this project, a.k.a. case study considered to be a "quick-fix" support program. Indeed, this project was to provide teachers with practical support in the development of effective and strategic teaching methods as well as to allow time for reflection on their own individual methods of practice. Further, this project provided necessary support for those in senior management positions for the purpose of embedding the new strategy firmly within the institution and administration of each of the schools."
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Software Testing In The Product Life Cycle, 2007.
A research analysis of the place of software testing in the development and life-cycle of a software product.
4,289 words (approx. 17.2 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 113.95
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This paper aims to provide an overview of software testing throughout the development and life-cycle of a software product. It focuses on the need for testing and how testing fits into the software development life-cycle. The paper presents a research component that analyzes how to formulate a software testing strategy prior to deploying and releasing a software product.
Table of Contents:
Definitions and Terms in the Research
Objective
Introduction
Software Testing Overview
Purpose of Software Testing Categories
Life-cycle Phase Testing Categories
Software Testing Tools
Test Automation Overview
Product Life Cycle Test Automation
Product Life Cycle
Application Test Tools
Classic Testing Mistakes
Developing a Team of Testers is Key in Software Development and Testing
Summary and Conclusion
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"The introduction of technology and features being developed in the rapid action which this occurs and to, at the same time, make improvement to the quality of the product and as well to respond to the issues of customers in product development is quite an initiative to undertake. Driving development and quality assurance of software are the technology market which is characterized by an extremely fast past and the revisions are released just as quickly. While quality is considered to be important in the high-tech marketplace new and robust features are considered even more important. (Ben-Yaacov and Gazlay, 2001) Four key measurements of the software product quality have been identified to be the technology, features, freedom from bugs and responsive support. (Ben-Yaacov and Gazlay, 2001)"
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Critical Thinking Case Study, 2006.
This paper discusses in detail the case study entitled "Critical Thinking Case Study."
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 0 sources, $ 89.95
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In the paper, the relative merits of individual actions are reviewed and analyzed in relation to the business and ethical considerations. Further consideration and analysis is completed through concrete conclusions based on the earlier responses. Finally, a detailed Executive Summary is provided for leadership to review.
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"Kelly is a key figure in AcuScan as the Chief Engineer. As such, he rightfully expresses reservations about some of the assumptions other staff members are making, primarily Pat, but in so doing makes a few of his own: 1) On page 16 when Kelly says, "Product development just doesn't work that way" he is actually making the assumption that there isn't another way, 2) On page 17 Kelly states first, "we can't come up with all those features just like that," he is assuming that is the request, when in reality that is not necessarily what's being asked of him, 3) Also on page 17 Kelly says that Pat may not be familiar with "QC" making the professional insult and assumption Pat doesn't understand quality control."
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Public Relations: Tylenol Case Study, 2006.
This paper identifies the various publics involved in this public relations case study of Tylenol and attempts to differentiate between the internal and external publics.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper presents a public relations case study on Tylenol. The paper identifies the different publics involved in the case study as the American consumers who had grown to rely on the business and the product. These consumers were especially important in the Chicago area where the deaths linked to the use of Tylenol had occurred. Stakeholders and employees within the company that contributed to making the product or invested in the product over time are also identified as members of the varying publics in the case study. Additionally, the paper identifies the state and federal governments that were involved in the case because it involved illegal activity, as well as the local police and federal authorities that were attempting to investigate the matter as members of the different publics.
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Micromanagement: A Case Study, 2007.
This paper provides a case study that illustrates the theories of micromanagement.
1,476 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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This paper is based on a micromanagement case study, ultimately concluding with recommendations that were developed as a result of the evaluation of the case study. The paper attempts to provide the reader with a better understanding of the concepts of micromanagement. The paper discusses the CEO of a fictional company who is not succeeding and so takes control of much of the operational work, culminating in a conflict with the newly appointed marketing director. The paper examines the CEO's course of action to determine whether or not he is guilty of micromanagement.
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Abstract
The Case Study
Recommendations
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"Such is the case in the hypothetical case study, consisting of real life situations from various organizations, blended together to emphasize key points in the world of business management. George Latour, the fictional CEO of the likewise fictional Retronics, finds himself in a dilemma; after 16 months in the role of CEO, he has achieved some growth in the area of sales, but overall, market share is slipping and competitors are slowly but surely eroding Retronics' bottom line, leading to George's being on the receiving end of substantial pressure from his board of directors."
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Life-Cycle Management, 2002.
Performs life-cycle assessments on two products - plastic bags and paper bags.
1,926 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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Plastic and paper bags are considered to be substitutes for one another. The end objective of the life-cycle assessments performed on the two products in this paper, is to compare the life-cycle costs of the two products for the purpose of recommending a production strategy for a company that produces bags. Following life-cycle assessments for paper bags and plastic bags, the two products are compared, with the emphasis placed on the full costs of the products for the manufacturing company. Recommendations and conclusions based on this comparison are then presented. The paper includes tables.
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"The substance releases associated with the manufacture, distribution, use, and disposal of paper bags create a number of stressors. These stressors, in turn, have an impact on the ecology, human and other animal welfare, and resource conservation. The magnitude of releases into the air, water, and land are not enormous; however, the are nevertheless substantial."
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Marketing Case Study: EuroDisney, 2008.
Introduces the fundamentals of developing marketing strategies using a case study of EuroDisney.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 75.95
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This paper briefly introduces the fundamentals of developing marketing strategies and its significance in the world of marketing. The paper then examines a case study related to the well-known profit organization, EuroDisney. Pertinent tools, theories and concepts of marketing strategies are used in this analysis. The paper attempts to analyse and deal with the key issues that affected the operation of EuroDisney as an organization from the time it started its operations to date. In addition, this report attempts to demonstrate the relationship between marketing and business strategy while analysing the EuroDisney case study.
Table of Contents:
Executive Summary
Introduction
Purpose
Background of the case
The Four Ps of Marketing
Product
Application of the Product Life Cycle (PLC)
Introduction
Growth
Maturity
Decline
Place
Promotion
Price
Stake Holders
Problems and Strategies
Strategic Marketing Planning and Analysis
Cost Leadership Strategy
Differentiation Strategy
Focus Strategy
SWOT Analysis
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Recommendations
Conclusion
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"Broadly, marketing strategy can be defined as the analysis, strategy development and implementation activities in selecting market targets for the product market of interest to the organization, setting marketing objectives, and developing, implementing and managing the marketing program positioning strategy designed to meet both the needs of customer in each market target and to manage long term relationships with them. When the top management resulting in actions taken to achieve the objectives set for the business makes decisions, it is known as business strategy."
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Political Science Case Study, 2007.
A presentation of the challenges faced in a case study regarding the Program Management Division of the Ministry of Community and Social Services.
1,429 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper presents a case study regarding the Program Management Division of the Ministry of Community and Social Services. The paper introduces the problems and challenges involved in the study and examines theories of public administration and how they are directly applicable to understanding the nature of the challenges in this case. In particular, the paper discusses the organization theory known as scientific management and how it is relevant to the given case study, with respect to the work environment at the Adoption Services Section.
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"This being said, it may be that not all of the employees in these informal groups who are resisting the "new public management" approach of the ADM and government would be willing to take early retirement (Inwood 69). As a result, the ADM might consider contracting out some services instead of necessarily hiring more staff and rendering the crowded office space - in the case of the Adoption Services section - even more crowded. Given the staff's dependency upon a single manual filing cabinet, the ADM might be advised - as scientific management would suggest, together with the interests of new public management - to transfer these physical files to a digital database that could be readily accessed, and data corrected, by staff both on-site as well as any contract staff or staff working from branches or remote sites."
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