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Korean and Latin American Economics, 1999.
Examines and compares development, industrialization, history, role of governmrnt, politics, theory, liberalization, exports, culture and the future.
4,950 words (approx. 19.8 pages), 12 sources, $ 135.95
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"The most fundamental global social and economic issue of the 21st century is likely to be the same as it has been for much of the 20th century, namely how the world's poor nations and regions can match the general level of economic development that characterizes the world's rich nations. In the 19th century and the the first half of the 20th, a profound gulf opened between the industrialized societies, all of which were at that time European or settled by Europeans, and the rest of the world's peoples, who remained in a largely agrarian, premodern economic regime.
Japan was the first nonwestern society to become first a political Great Power, and by the 1960s an emergent economic Great Power as well. In the course of the 20th century, several Latin American countries also reached an intermediate level of ..."
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Korean Americans And American Society, 2002.
Discusses the value system of Korean Americans.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 8 sources, $ 47.95
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Discusses the value system of Korean Americans. Describes the Korean American community as an extension of its tight family structure. Characteizes Korean Americans as hard working with the goal of achieving economic prosperity, thereby upholding the American economic & social system. Refers to the writings of several Korean immigrants dealing with racist attacks; problems from lack of English proficiency. Assimilation. Legacy of L.A> Riots of 1992.
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"The Korean American community is bound by values that are derived from the Confucian ethos. From their perspective, education, hard work and family unity are the pillars of the Korean American community (Abelmann and Lie 163). Based on their Confucian values, Korean Americans tend to place tremendous pressure on their children to succeed academically in school. Living as an extended family, family members are available to help one another in times of strife. They also look up to religious leaders for guidance (Dean 319).
Furthermore, the Korean American community believes in hard work and commitment. For example, the grocer owners featured in these writings all work long hours every day of the week in order to maintain their business. Through their long and arduous hours, the Korean Americans hope to achieve economic prosperity..."
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Korean Americans in American Society, 2002.
This paper examines the role of Koreans in American society.
1,328 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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The writer looks at the characteristics of Koreans who have immigrated to America, first giving a history of the waves of immigration and their level of integration. The paper studies statistics of Koreans in California schools followed by a discussion of the difficulties faced by Korean Americans who are attempting to assimilate into American society. The paper concludes with interviews with Korean Americans.
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"Korean society is an extremely polite society that emphasizes respect and privacy. For example, it is proper for a young person to give a seat to an elderly person, but on a crowded bus, the elderly person will sometimes take the burden that the young person is holding and carry it in their lap (Kim, 2000). Another example is that it is not proper to pour one's own drink (Kim, 2000) and one should always hold things (whether giving or receiving, pouring or holding the glass) with both hands (Kim, 2000; Interview). One does not necessarily look people in the eye when spoken to, especially when being reprimanded (Interview). These and other customs point to a society that is characterized by its politeness, privacy and respect."
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African-Americans and Korean-Americans in Los Angeles, 1999.
Examines the origins and causes of racial, social, cultural and economic friction between these two races.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, $ 63.95
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"Most Americans at some level believe in the ideology of the Melting Pot the idea that no matter where a person's family comes from, once he or she arrives in America then s/he becomes an American above all. But most, if not all, Americans also know that there are significant barriers to such an ideal, and perhaps the most significant of all of these is race, which has always served as a dividing line between different groups of Americans.
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"Most Americans at some level believe in the ideology of the Melting Pot the idea that no matter where a person's family comes from, once he or she arrives in America then s/he becomes an American above all. But most, if not all, Americans also know that there are significant barriers to such an ideal, and perhaps the most significant of all of these is race, which has always served as a dividing line between different groups of Americans. This paper explores one particular border of racial friction in contemporary America the relationships between African-Americans and Korean-Americans in Los Angeles.
That there should be racial animosity between any two groups that are primarily defined by their race should not be surprising (as lamentable as that may be), because the United States has a long history of racial tensions, especially when ..."
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Economics in Latin America and Southeast Asia, 2005.
An analysis of the economic growth of Latin America and Southeast Asia.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, $ 62.95
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The paper briefly reviews the relationship between economic growth and the development of poorer nations in Latin America and in Southeast Asia. The paper looks at a number of items, such as government administration, labour conditions, and social inequalities and determines that the new economic growth spurt has not benefited the great majority of South Americans or Southeast Asians.
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"Economic growth and national development do not always go together: An examination of Latin America and Southeast Asia It is often said that economic growth fuels socio-economic development in third-world nations. While it seems logical to argue that the creation of wealth will lead to the creation of a healthier and more prosperous society, this is not necessarily the case. In the following pages, some time will be devoted to the checkered impact of economic growth upon governmental administration in Latin America and in Southeast Asia."
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South Korean Economics & Politics, 1999.
Examines post-WWII modernization, colonial heritage, military rule, authoritarian national policies, economic & political development & liberalization; compared to Taiwan & Latin America.
4,500 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 24 sources, $ 135.95
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"This research paper discusses the following topics: (1) the process through which South Korea modernized itself economically and politically in the post-World War II period and became the 11th largest economy, especially the expanded role of the state in directing and otherwise fostering economic development; (2) the interrelationship between national economic policy and economic progress in providing a framework within which political power could be shared more broadly --i.e. Asian democracy, Korean style; and (3) the prospects and challenges facing South Korea as it seeks to consolidate its economic gains, maintain political stability and achieve other social goals. As appropriate, comparisons are drawn between the experience of South Korea and those of other industrializing countries, including Taiwan and..."
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Human Rights And Economics In Latin America, 2002.
Reviews literature concerning the association between economics and human rights violations in South America.
4,050 words (approx. 16.2 pages), 15 sources, $ 135.95
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Reviews literature concerning the association between economics and human rights violations in South America. Identifies different perspectives. Causes and theories of human rights abuses. Economic factors and problems; investments, free-trade, narcotics. Role of government and military. Authoritarian system of government. Weak government infrastructure. Social stratification. Revolutionary activity. Democratic institutions and economic development.
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"Human Rights and Economics in Latin America
Introduction
In the late 1980s, U.S. General John R. Galvin, former commander-in-chief of the American Southern Command, commented that there was no strong basis for democracy in Latin America (Manwaring & Prisk, 1988). It was General Galvin's opinion that while every country is different and South America is not a homogenous unit or organization, the revolutions of Latin America in the struggle for independence were revolutions of a Spanish elite to free themselves from Spain in order that they could do whatever they wanted to do in running their governments. The neglect of indigenous people or for the vast majority of the poor and the campesinos that emerged during the struggles for independence has continued to the present day. As ..."
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South Korean Economics, 2005.
An analysis of South Korea's economic development strategies.
3,884 words (approx. 15.5 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 106.95
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This paper attempts to measure the basic economic and human development indicators of South Korea. Also, internal and external challenges against this country's economy's development are identified. Finally, proposals concerning the economic model that South Korea should apply in order to achieve development, as well as a number of different policies that the economy of this country should follow, are researched and mentioned.
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Introduction
Data and Analysis
Human Development Indicators
World Development Indicators
Industrialization of South Korea
Internal and External Challenges
Economic Models
Proposals and Recommendations
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"After world war two, Korea's product facilities and the economy as a whole was destroyed. Korea became mainly dependent on foreign aid and financial assistance especially from US. South Korea was facing a sever scarcity of raw materials in addition to high inflation that had a backward effect on the economy. In 1958, prices were stabilized, as the government intensified its efforts in order to promote industrialization especially in power generation, automobile, Textile, and cement production. As a first step to industrialization, South Korea started to produce fertilizers and steel locally in order to reduce its dependence on importation."
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Korean Economics In Late 1997, 1999.
Examines human capital, government economic goals, industry, debt, development, globalization, politics, protectionism, banking and the future.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 28 sources, $ 111.95
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ECONOMIC SITUATION IN KOREA IN LATE-1997
"Introduction
This research examines the economic situation in the Republic of Korea (South Korea) in late-1997. The economic situation in Korea in late-1997 did not develop overnight, although media reports frequently imply that such is the case. Rather, the current economic situation in Korea is the product of decades of social, political, and economic policy and management.
The Long-Term Development of the Problem
Important social goals of successive Korean governments have been to extend meaningful education to all citizens of the country and to provide high standards of health care for all citizens. The government also has sought to improve the economic we ..."
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Latin American Economics, 1999.
Examines international and regional trade, treaties and cooperative development, reform, politics, debt and examples.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 23 sources, $ 111.95
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This research paper discusses recent changes in the level, composition and orientation of the trade of the nations of Latin America (Central and South America, excluding the Caribbean area) and the special role being played recently by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in facilitating that trade expansion
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"TRADE ENVIRONMENT IN LATIN AMERICA AND ROLE OF OECD
This research paper discusses recent changes in the level, composition and orientation of the trade of the nations of Latin America (Central and South America, excluding the Caribbean area) and the special role being played recently by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in facilitating that trade expansion. With a number of exceptions, the international, including intra-regional, trade of the principal Latin American nations has expanded during the past decade, reflecting changes in the global economy and the revitalization through structural reform of domestic economies. International financial assistance and private capital flows, primarily direct foreign private investment (FDI), from the developed world have played an important role in improving the trading and balance of ..."
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Korean-Americans, 2002.
An insight into the Korean-American community.
1,343 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper discusses how linguistic and cultural proficiency has enabled Korean-Americans to enjoy a higher standard of living than their non-English-speaking counterparts. It examines how although many bilingual Korean Americans have decided to assimilate in the American society in pursuit of financial and social security, others have chosen to use their linguistic and cultural proficiency to forge an unique Korean-American niche in American society. It looks at how Korean-Americans who decide to assimilate into American society, often have to abandon their traditions and ethnic origins.
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"Furthermore, bilingual Korean Americans who are familiar with the American culture through their extensive involvement with white people during their childhood and adolescence have also undergone a painful period of denial and reawakening. They realize that their acceptance into mainstream American society requires them to abandon their ethnic and cultural origins?an integral part of their identity. Kim?s journey from an Americanized Korean American who embraced American culture in order to be accepted by his peers to a director of the Korean Youth and Community Center captures this experience. As a social activist, Kim does not believe that Korean Americans should blend into mainstream American society."
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Korean American, 2002.
Uses interviews with a typical Korean-American family to understand how they define their identity.
1,812 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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With their dramatic increase in population and the racial unrest that resulted in the destruction of Korean businesses during the Los Angeles civil unrest, Korean Americans have emerged as one of the visible ethnic groups in the country. This paper uses a series of interviews with a typical Korean-American family to evaluate its perceptions of their ethnicity. It compares and contrasts how Father Park and Mother Park?s definitions differ from the experiences of their daughter Sunny. It gives particular focus on how the members of the two generations accord a different importance to learning the Korean language. In the conclusion, the paper evaluates how the Park family uses language to shore up their definitions of ethnicity. By looking at the role language plays in the Park?s definitions of being ?Korean? or being ?American,? this paper contributes to the larger literature on the different methods people employ to construct their ethnic identities.
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"The Parks would like Sunny to ?remember where she came from,? and for them, remembering is strongly connected with language and with an acceptance of Korean-ness. While they recognize that Sunny was born and raised in the United States and cannot help but be a product of this social and cultural environment, they also express doubts on whether Sunny can truly classify herself as ?American? or be accepted by others as an American.
Part of the Parks? stand is understandable, since they are naturally projecting their experiences of marginalization onto their daughter. Since language was an important foundation in the construction of social identity in their host country, they assume this will be the same for Sunny."
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Attachment of Korean Americans to their Homeland, 2002.
An examination of the reasons why many Korean Americans maintain a strong attachement to Korea and the Korean way of life.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, $ 55.95
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Examines reasons why many Korean Americans maintain a strong attachment to Korea and the Korean way of life. Loyalty to homeland vs. assisimilation into U.S. society. Immigrants belief in the Ameican dream and its material benefits. Problems of learning English, communiction and discrimination. Small business ownership and impact on family life. Lack of deep roots in American society. Growth of Koreatowns.
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"Korean-Americans maintain a strong attachment to their homeland for a number of reasons, although all of them provide the same benefit--a cohesive Korean-American community in a society which has not yet fully accepted Koreans or Asians without discrimination.
Like other Asians in the United States, Koreans are seen as hard-working, industrious, thrifty individuals who live and work together. All of this is true, although it is often said as if it were a negative set of qualities. The hard-working part of that equation is important in establishing lives in the United States, but it is also a sign of the Korean way of life which has been maintained by Korean-Americans. One aspect of life which Korean-Americans do not miss is low-pay for very hard work at long hours. While the discipline and selflessness which comes from..."
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Latin American Economic Development, 2005.
This paper examines Latin American economic development in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper examines that Latin American economic development in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries was hindered by a number of geopolitical and socioeconomic impediments. The author points out that Latin American nations were all struggling with the negative legacy of colonialism and imperialism at this time and their governments encountered significant difficulties as they sought to establish modern economic systems. The paper stresses that one major impediment was that despite their wealth of resources, these emerging countries lacked sufficient capital and labor to build land transportation networks.
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"Latin American economic development in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries was hindered by a number of geopolitical and socioeconomic impediments. Latin American nations were all struggling with the negative legacy of colonialism and imperialism at this time and their governments encountered significant difficulties as they sought to establish modern economic systems. One major impediment was that the emerging countries of the Western Hemisphere, despite their wealth of resources, lacked sufficient capital and labor to build land transportation networks. (Conde 90) Without such an internal communications infrastructure, economic progress is difficult to attain."
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Korean-Americans, 2006.
An essay discussing the demographics of Korean-Americans.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 6 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper examines the Korean population in the United States, one of the fastest growing Asian subgroups in the country. The paper discusses the demographics of this growing segment of society, noting, in particular, how it differs from other Asian subgroups in the United States.
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"Duong, Han, Kim and Kim (2002) contend that the Korean population in the United States is the largest growing Asian subgroup (p. 109). This is especially true in urban areas where the Korean population has increased by 125% over the last two decades. Furthermore, the Korean population in the United States comprises a total of 11% of the Asian population in the country (Duong, Han, Kin & Kim, 2002, p. 109). Although most Americans have a tendency to link all Asian cultures as one group within society, each Asian sub-population is unique in its language and cultural intricacies. Additionally, different segments of Korean communities within the country may be comprised of heavy immigrant populations, American born populations or a mix of both populations (Duong, Han, Kin & Kim, 2002, p. 109)."
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