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Language Policy in Korea, 2005.
A review of the 2005 language policy of the Republic of Korea.
3,220 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 29 sources, MLA, $ 92.95
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Korea is a country with a long and proud history in which language plays a particularly important and interesting role. This paper discusses language policy in the Republic of Korea through an investigation of Korean history, society, culture and economy; factors which have had a major impact on official policy, as well as societal attitudes towards language.
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An Introduction to Korea
Chinese
Japanese
English
Conclusion
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"Culturally Korea is very different from countries in the west. The journalist, author, and long time resident of Korea Michael Breen, in his book "The Koreans," writes, "This is not a culture in which diversity is seen as a value or an ideal. Koreans see virtue in unity: one mind, one people, one system, one race, one path (1998:68)."
Korea is considered to be the nation most influenced by Confucian philosophy, being even more orthodox in its implementation than China, from where Confucius originated. Therefore, elders are held in very high regard, as are people in authority, and of high social standing."
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Sunshine Policy of Korea, 2006.
This paper examines and explains the sunshine policy of North and South Korea.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 5 sources, $ 26.95
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The paper discusses how the sunshine policy which has dominated North and South Korean diplomatic policy for the last several years is a matter well-deserving of closer attention. The following paper explores what the policy is, why it came into being, how it is implemented, what its benefits and disadvantages are and how it works. The paper also explores its ramifications for the future. The paper explains that, as should become evident, the Korean sunshine policy is something which is really far more complicated than novice observers might believe at first glance. The sunshine policy is, broadly stated, a policy emphasizing the rapprochement of the two Koreas and its origins may be traced back to a 1972 Joint Communique between the two governments.
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U.S. Policy Toward the Two Koreas, 2003.
Discusses historical and strategic dimensions.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 8 sources, $ 47.95
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Examines the U.S. pursuit of the "one-Korea" policy, American foreign policy toward South Korea from the end of the Korean War through 2002, the impact on Korean unification, and U.S. initiatives stressing South Korean economic development.
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"United States policy towards the "Two Koreas" has many dimensions which derive from the historical complexity of the situation, its strategic nuances, and debates between supporters of a continued alliance ..."
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Korea's Sunshine Policy, 2006.
Discusses the economic, political and cultural strategy of Korea's sunshine policy.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, $ 53.95
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The sunshine policy is widely used to describe the entire unification policy that was designed to unify Korea and enable the country to play a stronger role in the global economy. While the actual policy had a much less interesting name, the sunshine policy covers the aspects of the cultural change that Korea went through in this policy's implementation. This essay provides an overview of the policy from the perspective of economic and political strategy as well as culture.
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"The term "sunshine policy" is often referred to the "symbolic and ideological underpinnings" of the "engagement policy"; a strategy announced in 1998 which attempted to implement actual economic and political policies designed to move the Korean peninsula to a unified nation state (President Kim Dae-Jung's Unification Policy 58). However, the sunshine policy is also widely used to describe the entire unification policy that was designed to unify Korea and enable the country to play a stronger role in the global economy (Marquand par. 10)."
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Cuba and North Korea and U.S. Policy, 2006.
A look at the similarities in U.S. policy towards North Korea and U.S. policy towards Cuba.
853 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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Through a historical examination of both North Korea and Cuba, this paper compares U.S. policy towards both countries, explaining the similarity in the policies and the reasons for that similarity. The paper compares significant political events in both countries and explains that U.S. policy towards these countries has been based on the goal of containing communism and the spread of nuclear weapons.
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"As the political climate in Cuba changed, so did the United States' policy towards the country. In the period immediately following Cuba's independence, the United States dominated Cuba both economically and politically; this domination continued until the Castro-led Cuban revolution. The Castro government's first move was to buy back land from private companies to give to agrarians. The United States became upset because it felt that its land holdings were worth more than the Cuban government was willing to pay. The United States responded by placing a trade embargo on Cuba in 1960 and soon after broke off diplomatic relations entirely. Next, the United States sponsored the Bay of Pigs invasion, an unsuccessful attempt to incite rebellion against Castro. The next major event in United States-Cuba history was the Cuban missile crisis in 1962, in which the United States "blockaded Cuba to force the USSR to withdraw their newly-installed MRBMs from the country." Cuba's close ally was the USSR, and after its fall in 1991, conditions in Cuba worsened. Today, the trade sanction still stands between the United States and Cuba, with an exception made for humanitarian aid in the form of food and medicine."
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American Foreign Policy, 2002.
An examination of America's current foreign policy towards North Korea.
1,305 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper analyzes the causes and projects the effects of American foreign policy on the crucial situations in Iraq and North Korea. The analysis asserts that America has a great desire to defend herself against the terrorism of Iraq while the threats posed by North Korea are not as severe and can be handled diplomatically.
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"In the aftermath of September 11, President Bush declared war on terrorism. The President declared that the nation would seek out terrorists and the nations that harbor them. Iraq along with many other nations in the Middle East are harboring terrorist. In fact, many believe that Saddam Hussein and his government are terrorists. In fact, the Washington Post reports, ?Hussein's forces gassed scores of Kurdish villages in the late 1980s, killing thousands of people.? The fact that Hussein has killed thousands of people in is own country leads the American government to believe that Hussein would not hesitate to kill Americans if given the opportunity. In addition to the terrorism of his own government Saddam is believed to be harboring AlQuaeda terrorist. It has been asserted that there are even AlQuaeda training camps in Iraq. All of these facts lead us to believe that Iraq poses a sizable threat to our nation."
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The Study of Language, 2001.
The following paper examines the theories of bilingualism and multilingalism, language acquisition and language learning, making reference to a number of case studies.
2,790 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 83.95
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The following paper examines the theories on language acquisition and looks at the useful distinction between acquisition and learning. The writer also comments on approaches and methods to teaching second and foreign languages. Lastly the writer comments on interference as a factor in language learning.
Table of Contents
Bilingualism and Multilingualism
Diglossia
First Language Acquisition
Using a text-mapping device to depict the important stages in first-language acquisition
Theories on how language is acquired
Innateness
Cognition
Input
Approaches and methods to teaching second and foreign languages
Interference as a factor in language learning.
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"Diglossia is the coexistence of two forms of the same language in speech community. The one form will often be the literary or prestige dialect, and the other one can be a dialect commonly spoken by most of the population. The term diglossia could also be used to indicate bilingualism, or the speaking of two languages by the people of the same community. An example for the first definition is the use of Dutch in Belgium. Dutch is one of the official languages in Belgium. Dutch-speaking Belgians are called the ?Flemish? where the French-speaking Belgians are called ?Walloons?. Dutch spoken by Belgians is also referred to as ?Flemish?, which is not a literary form of the language, but a spoken ?dialect?. They are different varieties of the same language."
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Second Language Acquisition: Noam Chomsky, 1993.
Discusses Chomsky's theory of language acquisition, in which there exists some sort of "language organ" that makes language possible for humans & impossible for animals.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 9 sources, $ 23.95
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"Nativist Theories of Second Language Acquisition: Noam Chomsky
Introduction
According to Larsen-Freeman and Long (1991), nativist theories posit the existence of a specific, innate biological capacity or organ that makes learning possible. Some of those nativist theories are specific to language acquisition, with Noam Chomsky perhaps the earliest and foremost exponent of the theory that language acquisition follows a universal pattern based on an innate language organ, or system of hard-wiring within the brain.
Noam Chomsky and Universal Grammar
Chomsky became most visible in his struggles with the researchers who were working with chimpanzees and gorillas to ..."
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Shift in U.S. Foreign Policy, 2003.
Discusses reasons behind America's shift in foreign policy towards Iraq and North Korea.
1,514 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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U.S. foreign policy is continuously evolving with each new president. However, for the most part, U.S. foreign policy has been based on the idea of containment. This idea of containment was quickly altered after the horrific attacks of 9/11. It appears the U.S. position on foreign policy was forced to change due to the revived ?hot spots? in the Middle East and Korea. This paper discusses U.S. foreign policy towards Iraq and North Korea; however, the main focus of this paper examines why U.S. foreign policy has shifted to preemption from containment. The paper includes quotes by President Bush and Colin Powell.
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"Even with all these tensions, the U.S. continues to hold out that diplomacy will resolve the crisis on the Korean peninsula. The U.S wants open dialogue to be multilateral, involving South Korea, North Korea, Japan, and the Chinese. However, North Korea wants the talks to be unilateral between Pyongyang and Washington. The Chinese believe they are being rebuffed, and also believe that the peninsula ought to be nuclear weapons free. Chinese officials stated, ?This will give us an opportunity to say to the North Koreans and world we?re not going to be threatened? (Bush, 4)."
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Oralism vs. American Sign Language, 2007.
This paper argues in favor of the deaf or hard of hearing using American Sign Language or their native language over oralism or other methods of communication.
1,302 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper explores the tradition of oralism vs. American Sign Language (ASL) in the West. Specifically the researcher proposes that deaf and hard of hearing students should be afforded opportunities to learn using their native language or American Sign Language. Forcing students to adopt other methods of learning including oralism or Signing Exact English (SEE) may promote frustration and inhibits learning in the classroom. This paper reviews the potential merits and demerits of each tradition, highlighting the significance of providing students with resources to use ASL in the classroom.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Personal Philosophy
The Essential Nature of Human Beings
Basic Meaning or Purpose of Life
Determination of Morality
Constancy of Life: Unchanging or Always Changing?
Philosophy of Education
My Perception of an Educational Philosophy
Why do you need a Philosophy?
What has been the Basis or Source of your Educational Philosophy?
How has your Philosophy Changed or Evolved over Time?
My formal Ideological and Philosophical Orientation
The Purpose of Education, Teaching and Schooling
Are Students Intrinsically Motivated to Learn?
Should Schools Address Human Differences such as Multiple Intelligence, Learning Styles etc. ?
Topics
Knowledge and Content
Knowledge with Knowing
My Conceptual Framework for Improving my Practice
Theoretical Framework for Improving Practice
Skills Competencies Necessary
Educational Skills Required
Communication Skills and Content
Nonverbal Communication Skills
Verbal Communication
Influence of Interpersonal Relationships
Importance of Self-Identity
Peer Relations
Influence of Support Networks
Knowledge and Learning
Direct vs. Indirect Learning
Direct vs. Indirect Communication
Conclusion
Reference
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"Many consider American Sign Language (ASL) the standard language beneficial for hard of hearing and deaf citizens. However, oralism shares a rich history much the same as ASL, and many often argue the potential merits and demerits of using one vs. another in an educational and communicational context. Wilcox & Peyton (1999) recognize that ASL is a fully developed language with unique grammar requirements distinguished from the English language (Coltrane, 2006). Oralism contrarily, involves lip reading to understand speech instead of using ASL to communicate with one another (Coltrane, 2006). This study will help review the merits and demerits of each, questioning whether one vs. the other is more beneficial for promoting communication and sharing among the deaf or hard of hearing community, or whether a combination of both may result in less frustrating choices among the hard of hearing and deaf community. "
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U.S. Policy toward China, from 1920 to 1951, 1995.
This paper discusses the historical and political evolution of the U.S. policy toward China, from 1920 to 1951, focusing on impact of wars (Manchuria, WWII, Korea), the role of Harry Truman and the State Department in the Two Chinas Policy (Communist &
4,950 words (approx. 19.8 pages), 29 sources, $ 135.95
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"Harry S Truman became president of the United States in April 1945. The Communists led by Mao Tse-tung gained control of China in 1949. The American foreign policy recognizing two Chinas subsequent to the success of the Communist Revolution in mainland China came to be identified with President Truman who remained in office until January 1953.
The "Two-Chinas" policy, however, did not occur in an historical vacuum. Events that contributed to the development of the policy began far earlier than 1949, and the policy was refined in response to events occurring subsequent to the accession to power of the Chinese Communists. The development of "Two-Chinas" policy was influenced by the conflicts between China and ... "
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Language Planning, 2003.
Presents a theoretic view of language planning (LP).
3,538 words (approx. 14.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 99.95
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This paper explains that language policy is a big problem in developing countries, especially in the Maghreb world, which was under the French rule: Tunisia, Algeria and Morocco. The paper defines language planning (LP) as the activity of preparing a normative orthography, grammar and dictionary for the guidance of writers and speakers in a non-homogeneous speech community and relates that language planning includes language policy. The paper then discusses corpus, status and acquisition planning using examples mainly from the French Academy and the Hebrew revival movement.
Table of Contents:
A Theoretical View on Language Planning (LP)
Introduction
Definitions and Elements of LP
The Term "Language Planning"
Two Different Definitions of LP
Elements of Language Planning
Types of Language Planning
Corpus Planning
Status Planning
Acquisition Planning
Examples of Language Planning and Language Planning Policies
The "Academie Francaise" as an Example of Corpus Planning
The Promotion of Hebrew in Palestine as an Example of Status Planning
Examples of Language Planning Policies: Policy A, B, C.....
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"Richelieu established the AF. In 1624, he became first minister in Louis XIII. Richelieu was so close to artists, writers in particular. In 1629, a group of men interested in language and literature started to meet at a rich man's house just for conversation. Richelieu wanted to transform this club into an official institution serving the country. He formed this group into an official body. He had a political purpose. He wanted them to work on his behalf by supporting his policies, which is the main reason behind his finding of the AF. "
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Communicative Competence and Language Learning, 2007.
A look at the role of communicative competence and language learning when a learner is learning a second language.
1,517 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper examines how language learners learning a second language need to develop their communicative competence in order to be able to communicate effectively with speakers of the target language. It discusses how this is because when one uses a language, one needs to take into consideration the purpose, the context and the person that one is addressing. It shows that when one has a good command of communicative competence in the target language, one will be able to communicate in the target language without many problems.
Outline:
Grammatical Competence
Discourse Competence
Sociolinguistic Competence
Strategic Competence
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"Most scholars agree that there is some kind of fundamental difference between being able to use the forms of the language and being able to talk about the forms of the language. The relationship between those two kinds of knowledge is a controversial topic (Alptekin, 2002)5. Chomskyan syntax would reject the sentence 'colorless green ideas sleep furiously' as although it is grammatically correct, the sentence is illogical and does not provide a clear meaning. It would also not accept sentences that have subtle semantic differences such as 'my lust for the polish people'. "
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Teaching the English Language, 2008.
This paper discusses task based instruction in English language learning for English second language (ESL) students and presents a teaching module combining English language learning and social issues.
1,635 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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This paper explains that a task based curriculum provides students with the opportunity to apply immediately their learning to tasks on a consistent basis. The author points out that task based instruction provides students with a true learning experience in which they are capable of demonstrating learning through actual experience. The paper indicates that, as students perform tasks they are capable of building on the knowledge and skills that they have already acquired and realizing their abilities related to the unit of instruction. The author includes a module that focuses on the combination of English language learning and social issues, which are relevant to the student's learning and growth and will lead to positive outcomes in education.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
English Language Learning and Social Issues Module
Part One
Part Two
Part Three
Part Four
Part Five
Literature
Conclusion
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"The module will focus on the theme of social issues and the target learning stage is intermediate, at grades 9-12. At this stage of learning and development high school students are consistently focusing on social issues that impact their everyday lives. Allowing these students to focus on these issues, as well as using English as a means to that expression will motivate the students toward successful completion of the unit. Additionally, tasks that are defined for the students that will allow them to realize their goals in the unit will support the learning and ensure retention of the skills and knowledge that have been acquired."
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Language, Thought and Perception, 2008.
An analysis of the influence of language upon thought and perception, and the influence of thought and perception upon language.
1,968 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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How much does our language influence what we can think and perceive? Indeed, does our language control what we can think and perceive? Conversely, do our thoughts and perceptions influence or even control our language? This paper explores these questions, and shows that - while it is difficult to say which comes first, as the process is clearly somewhat circular - it does seem that culture influences language more than language influences culture.
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"Theories such as the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, which combine linguistic relativity and linguistic determinism, are useful in that they remind us of the relationships between culture and language. For example, in Canada the many aboriginal languages have died - and in terms of this hypothesis, this is one of the important reasons why aboriginal cultures are under threat. On the other hand, in South Africa, despite decades of colonial rule and then apartheid, the indigenous languages, such as Zulu and Xhosa, remained very strong. This was reflected in the fact that the indigenous cultures remained very strong - so it is certainly possible that the survival of the languages enabled the survival of the cultures. "
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