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Plant Closing Laws, 1993.
A look at Federal legislation in protecting workers' rights and mandating employers' responsibilities.
2,925 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 22 sources, $ 103.95
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"In recent years, the issue of plant closings has become more acute as company after company has down-sized in the face of a recessive economy, leaving thousands out of work. Federal law has developed to cope with the issue of plant closings, addressing several aspects of the matter: when a company may or may not close a plant; what sorts of notification are required for interested parties (including employees); requirements for companies to provide relief in the form of alternative jobs, training, relocation, or job-finding for employees who will be put out of work; and tax breaks and requirements depending on company actions. Federal law has also been shaped to supersede state and local actions in some cases.
The most important legislation passed by Congress dealing with the issue of plant closings can be found in the Worker..."
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Using Plants to Fertilize Plants, 2001.
A look at alternatives to chemical fertilizers.
2,068 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 8 sources, $ 65.95
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This is a detailed and illustrated paper on using organic fertilizers instead of chemical fertilizers on plants. Results of experiments concerning this topic are included with the paper.
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"Organic fertilizers can provide enough nutrients to plants, that is the reason why the plants can grow well. Also the organic fertilizers can change the structure of soil and create a good drainage system, and well-ventilated environment which can be a better place for microorganisms to survive. The organic fertilizers contribute a lot to the growth of plants, but they still have some disadvantages. If one adds too much organic fertilizers, the plants will die because the concentration of organic fertilizers is very high."
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Prison Closing, 2001.
This paper examines the problems surrounding a prison closing.
2,300 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper discusses the problems surrounding a prison closing. Questions answered are: What are some reasons for a prison to close; what effects will a prison closure have on staff, inmates, and community; and what are some positive and negative aspects associated with a prison closing.
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"Prisons are a hot topic of debate in communities everywhere. One side welcomes them as a source of employment and local income while the other side chants ?not in our back yard?. One side believes that due to prison overcrowding, more prisons should be built. The other side argues for release programs for non-violent offenders and recommends closing prisons in favor of community-based treatment programs (Segall 1A). However, prison closings have a very real effect on communities, both inside and outside the prison walls."
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Canadian Privatization and the Closing of the Iron Cage, 2002.
Examines the Canadian government's move towards privatization and deregulation, within the context of Weber's idea of 'closing the iron cage'.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 115.95
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In this essay, I will examine Weber's philosophy, the basis of his beliefs and the development of his notion of the closing of the iron cage. This will provide a background from which I will address Canada's increasing governmental efforts at privatization and deregulation, policies which mirror Weber's understanding of the iron cage, since they create a system which strips people of power over their own lives.
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Closing the Achievement Gap, 2005.
A look at how early childhood education programs can help disadvantaged young children overcome the negative effects of poverty.
1,027 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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This paper explains that early childhood education programs can help bridge the achievement gap, reduce dropout rates and delinquency and increase economic productivity and social stability for economically disadvantaged young children. The paper describes what elements in these programs are critical in order for them to be successful in achieving their stated objectives and concludes that, at least in this area of educational and social reform, the nation is moving in a more positive and productive direction.
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"There is an ongoing societal concern for the welfare of disadvantaged young children and the negative effects poverty has on their academic performance. The outcome of this preoccupation largely takes the form of early childhood programs. Actually, 'early childhood programs have been a part of the nation's social policy landscape for decades' (Shonkoff, 1). The main objective of such programs is to close the achievement gap between low-income students and their more privileged counterparts. Said differently, 'childhood intervention programs' seek 'to diminish the social economic status disparities in the preschool years so that poor children enter school on a more equal footing to their more affluent peers' (Brooks-Gunn, Currie, & Besharov, 3)."
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"The Closing of the American Mind" by Allan Bloom, 1991.
A critical review of the work on the negative impact of relativism as a standard for moral and philosophical views in colleges and society.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 4 sources, $ 95.95
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"The purpose of this research is to examine The Closing of the American Mind by Allan Bloom. The plan of the research will be to set forth Bloom's treatment of one theme, notably the emergence of relativism as a significant philosophical style of the mid- and late-twentieth century thought, and then to discuss critiques of Bloom's ideas about relativism, with a view toward showing how they fit in with his principal thesis, that higher education has failed democracy and impoverished the souls of today's college students.
Bloom sets the stage for his examination of the decline in the quality and content of American higher education by means of a discussion of what he describes as moral, ethical, and philosophical relativism of student bodies and of society as a whole. In order to see how he develops his argument, it is..."
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Homelessness in America: Closing the Gap, 2001.
A short essay on the problems of homelessness in America and suggested solutions.
1,005 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 5 sources, $ 35.95
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This short paper outlines the problems of homelessness that exist in America. The author gives a few options for solutions and compares homelessness of today and of the past, suggesting that loss of community and social life add to the problem.
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"We?ve all seen them on the street. Many of us have given them our spare change while passing by. Maybe you?ve even served them Thanksgiving dinner in a shelter somewhere. Perhaps you?ve felt an overwhelming sense of pity for them, or maybe a sense of detest and disgust. The point is, homelessness is a major problem in America. You can go to any major city and find homeless people on park benches, street corners, doorways, and stairwells. And in every city, you will see almost the same thing ? the average American passing by them while doing their best to ignore them ? this is how we have trained ourselves as a nation to react to this problem ? ignore it. It seems to big a problem to solve, so we ignore it as well as we can. Unfortunately, the last thing we should be doing is ignoring it ? the fact that there are citizens of our country who do not have the basic needs that we need as humans ? food, shelter, and clothing ? is horrendous. I?m going to add one more necessity to that list: love and acceptance. Not only are we ignoring their physical needs, but we don?t even think about their emotional needs. Luckily, I am not alone in my call to action on this subject ? many groups such as the National Coalition for the Homeless, Habitat for Humanity, the Salvation Army, PADS (a close to home organization ? PADS serves the southwest suburbs homeless community with shelters, food, and health care), Goodwill, newspapers and the rest of the media, and even some judges, lawyers, legislators, and other government officials join in the plea to solve this homelessness problem that seems so overwhelming."
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Closing the Minority Academic Achievement Gap, 2004.
An exploration of the cause and effect of the academic achievement gap that exists between different ethnic groups.
3,785 words (approx. 15.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 104.95
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This paper examines how a great gap exists today between the academic achievements of white and Asian-Americans and the rest of the non-Asian minorities, which has been increasing steadily since the 1980s. The paper suggests the gap is a social construct created from the prejudice of the white majority and the unconscious and often paradoxical ways in which minorities inadvertently live up to their expected negative role. Other explanations for the achievement gap are discussed, but in the end, systemic prejudice mixed with the results of the ?stereotype threat? are seen to explain the burgeoning divide between minorities and the majority.
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"According to Steele?s extensive research, constant exposure to negative stereotypes results in one of two different responses. The individual may go through a process called ?disidentification? in which ?To reduce this stress he may learn to care less about the situations and activities that bring it about -- to realign his self-regard so that it no longer depends on how he does in the situation... Pain is lessened by ceasing to identify with the part of life in which the pain occurs.? (Steele, 1999, I) A more commonplace term for this process is tuning out -- for the student effectively tunes out not just negative stereotypical input, but also those parts of their life about which negative stereotypes may occur, such as the academic world. The other response is to gear up: to try doubly hard to overcome and disprove the stereotype. Most theorists would blame tuning out for the gap in achievement -- however, Steele suggests that gearing up may be equally to blame."
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Narcotic Plants, 2004.
This paper discusses narcotic plants belonging to those categories of plants called psychedelic or hallucinogenic plants because they have a chemical compound that causes hallucinating effects.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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This paper explains that narcotic plants, known for their effects on mind and body since the prehistoric period, were often associated with magic, religious rites, and medicine. Although there are over 60 species of hallucinogens known today that are consumed by people in one part of the world or other, the author focuses on the five major narcotics: tobacco, opium, hemp (marijuana), betel, and coca. The paper relates that the hallucinations that occur because the neuronal messages are changed in a greatly dramatic manner when narcotic plants are consumed.
Table of Contents
Introduction
History of the Use of Narcotic Plants and Hallucinogens
The Major Narcotic Plants
Ergot
Amanita
Marijuana
Opium
Coca
Tobacco
Other Hallucinogens
Conclusion
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"Peyote: Botanically known by the name Lophophora williamsii, Peyote is a small grey-green variety of cactus found in northern Mexico and Texas. The Native Americans extensively used peyote particularly in their religious rites. The Aztecs ardently worshiped it and peyotism even grew as a religion among Americans. The compounds that are chemically active include mescaline and peyonine, of which mescaline induces hallucination essentially visual in nature, which enables the user to foresee and predict happenings as if in spiritual union with the divine power. Consumption of peyote causes intoxication accompanied by nausea, body shivers and perspiration for about two hours after which the user normally falls into hallucination."
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Imports and American Business, 1992.
A look at the impact of foreign goods as a contract infringement against U.S. business including marketing and manufacturing issues, imports into L.A., layoffs and plant closings.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 9 sources, $ 55.95
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"Introduction
?Is the increasing proliferation of imported goods a contractual infringement on American business rights?
?Is the rising tide of imports a marketing and manufacturing initiated consumer benefit?
?Are increased imports in Los Angeles merely a trend?
?Are layoffs and plant closings directly resulting from increased imports?
The above queries are herein discussed in respective order. The first question is certainly the most legally oriented and is discussed from a constitutional perspective. The second issue is essentially an observation of the American market and, like the
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General Motors' Worker Layoffs, 1994.
An analysis of the need for plant closings in the early 1990s, including economics, effects, ethics, stakeholders, decision making process, unions, restructuring and alternatives.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 8 sources, $ 79.95
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"Introduction
During the early 1990s, General Motors, America?s largest auto manufacturer, was faced with the problem of how to cut costs in order to improve its productivity and maintain its share of the American car market. The company ultimately decided on closing several plants in the United States. The result was that thousand of GM workers lost their jobs, but the company was able to improve its financial performance. This research investigates the ethical dilemma that the company faced when making these decisions, why there is an ethical dilemma, factors that influenced the GM decision, the decision that was ultimately made and what could or should have been done differently.
What the Dilemma is About
The dilemma that GM faced was whether it should close its plants and lay off its..."
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DaimlerChrysler Corporation's Axle Plant, 2004.
Looks at the problems in the business structure of DaimlerChrysler Corporation's axle plant and suggests a solution.
1,638 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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This paper outlines a project designed to improve efficiency and to reduce waste at the Detroit axle plant of the DaimlerChrysler plant. While the plant is, in many ways, a well-run one, it could be improved in the areas both of savings of scrap and of improving the product. The paper recommends that the plant be improved along both of these vectors in a move toward a pull-through system, which is a characteristic of a management style known as the Rabbit Chase system.
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"This Axle Plant, which is part of the DaimlerChrysler Corporation, it is located in Detroit. Its primary task is to provides axles for various DaimlerChrysler assembly plants. Detroit Axle has approximately 2400 employees. There is a moderate degree of standardization is moderate with a high degree of formalization and the expected low degree of specialization. The organizational structure (or what we might also call the command structure) is highly centralizes with a low degree of specialization and a highly routinized approach to technology."
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Medicinal Uses of Plants, 2006.
This well-researched paper examines the sudden resurgence of interest in medicinal plants, which is due not only to their potential health benefits but also to the enormous amounts of money involved as well.
1,669 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper supplies significant research which proves that medicinal plants, commonly referred to as medicinal herbs, have been successfully used by man for more than 60 thousand years. The uses of medicinal plants have ranged through the entire spectrum of the physical and psychological maladies that can afflict the human race. The writer of this paper examines the various vaccines made from medicinal plant preparations which are designed for oral consumption as well as the numerous health benefits attained by properly ingesting these herbs. This paper also analyzes the business aspect of the medicine plant trade. Through relevant research, this paper estimates that world sales of medicines derived from plants, discovered and collected by indigenous tribes and cultures in 1990, amounted to some $43 billion.
Table of Contents:
Review and Discussion
Background and Overview
Etiology, Applications and Common Medicinal Plants Today
Current and Future Trends
Conclusion
Works Cited
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"According to Zerner, the majority of the knowledge about medicinal plants today has been accumulated based on empirical observations over long periods of time. Likewise, Crellin and Philpott note that observations of the use of different plants by sick animals has always been a valuable source of information for early practitioners, and many continue to believe this is a valuable source of reliable information concerning the efficacy of medicinal plants today. Even the nonmedicinal uses of these various plant materials has helped the body of knowledge through increased familiarity to the point where, "Nowadays, many herbalists believe that they have an almost intuitive sense of whether or not a plant is medical. Ten of the most popular medicinal plants today are bilberry, cranberry, echinacea, feverfew, Ginkgo biloba, goldenseal, kava kava, milk thistle, saw palmetto, and St. John's wort."
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Planting a Church, 2002.
The theology for and the process of planting a new church.
2,272 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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Many years ago, America was known as a Christian nation. The paper argues, however, that in modern society, America is in a religious era in which individuals create their own belief and value systems instead of listening to God's teachings. The amount of churchgoers in America today is rapidly decreasing as churches fail and close every day. This paper examines the process of church planting whereby new churches are built and established churches that need to be helped are revitalized. The paper looks at church planting strategies, steps involved in church planting and the move of the baby-boomer generation away from the church movement.
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"Church planters should give converts small tasks to do, preparing them and training them to function in the new church and develop their spiritual gifts. The process grows as they are entrusted with greater responsibility. Training becomes more extensive as they continue to grow and possibly even take leadership roles. Next, the church planter should prepare to publicly launch the church. Signs, maps, order of service, special events specifications, sign up cards, and more must all be prepared before the launching date."
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Coal-Fired Power Plants, 2004.
An analysis of coal-fired power plants with a focus on the Great Lakes region.
956 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper examines the environmental problems that occur due to emissions from coal-fired power plants. The paper focuses on the older power plants in the Great Lakes region. The paper discusses the problem and explores solutions to rectify the situation. The paper contends that, despite pollution issues, there are many reasons to support coal-fired power plants, and therefore, the most promising solution involves tighter regulation of coal-fired power plants, particularly reducing the pollution caused by older plants, such as those in the Great Lakes area.
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"Out of the entire electric industry, coal-fired power plants contribute 96% of sulfur dioxide emissions, 93% of nitrogen oxide emissions, 88% of carbon dioxide emissions, and 99% of mercury emissions (Dirty coal power). Today, there are fish consumption advisories for mercury contamination in 45 states and 20% of American women of childbearing age have levels of mercury that exceed what is considered safe for a fetus (Mercury from coal-fired power plants). Coal-fired power plants is responsible for over 90% of mercury contamination in the Great Lakes (Gluckman, 2004) Further, EPA studies reveal that air pollution from coal-fired power plants triggers asthma attacks, bronchitis, and heart disease, and contributes to about 30,000 premature deaths a year (New source review/ coal-fired power plants)."
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