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Playground Design, 2007.
This paper proposes a meta analysis of children's motor development through the assessment and evaluation of playground design.
2,636 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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The purpose of this paper is an evaluation of playgrounds, with specific attention to how playgrounds promote fine and gross motor development in children aged 3-7. The intent of the study is to review previously designed playgrounds and assess their efficacy at developing fine and gross motor skills using a five point check list. In addition, the results of the study are used to develop a theory regarding ways that designers can improve on the traditional playground design to make a playground more likely to help develop children's fine and gross motor development.
This study focuses on whether traditional play equipment is appropriate for the natural play of children and for encouraging fine and gross motor development in children.
Outline:
Methodology
Research Design
Data Analysis
Definitions of Dependent Measures
Statistical Analysis
Anticipated Results
Conclusions/Discussion
References
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"To assess teacher perceptions of activities that may enhance gross and fine motor development, the author also proposes surveying no less than five teachers working with children at the elementary level to assess their views regarding gross and fine motor development in children at the playground. To achieve this the researcher proposes use of a short semi structured interview questionnaire that will prompt teachers to provide open ended responses to questions assessing the efficacy of current equipment at enhancing gross and fine motor development in children. The primary focus of this research will be to gain ideas for insights as to design improvements that may be made to help promote greater fine and gross motor development in children. The researcher will compare the information gathered from this portion of the research with information gathered from the Meta analysis to provide a well rounded discourse on proper design enhancements for promoting development in children using playgrounds."
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Video Games and Aggression, 2004.
This paper is a research proposal to test the relations of video games and childhood aggression.
1,490 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 49.95
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This paper relates that the General Affective Aggression Model (GAAM) is one of the leading theories in the field of aggression, which argues that exposure to violent video games can increase short-term aggression (20 minutes following exposure to a video game) over long periods of time. The author states that the experimental hypothesis is that children who play violent video games are more likely to be more aggressive on the playground. The paper describes a research design with three experimental groups consisting of randomly selected 8 to 10-year-old boys and girls. The experimental group plays a violent video game (e.g., Kung Fu), one control group plays a non-violent video game (e.g., Ms. Pac Man) and another control group will consist of children that did not play a video game.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Literature Review
Proposed Study
Methods and Statistical Analysis
Participation
Design and Procedures
Discussion
Conclusion
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"Certainly, the literature available notes several limitations on this type of study. One important constraint is that this experimental design does not allow researchers to determine the effect of video game violence in a 'real' or 'playful environment. Goldstein notes that voluntary exposure to violent video games may have a different effect than enforced exposure on aggression. In the lab, video games are not entered into in a playful frame of mind, as they are in the 'real' world. However, the need for a controlled, experimental situation in this experiment makes such a distinction difficult."
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Middle Childhood, 2007.
This paper evaluates the case of an eight year old boy, playing at a playground, based on a checklist of middle childhood behavior and on child development theories.
1,330 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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This paper explains that the observed child is representative of Jean Piaget's concrete operational stage, which occurs between ages 7 and about 12, and the third stage of cognitive development marked by a gradual decrease in centrist thought and the increased ability to focus on more than one aspect of a stimulus. The author points out that, at eight years, children evaluate themselves against the standards of others---parents, peers and teachers; therefore, because their performances often do not measure up to the perceived standards of others, they can feel inadequate and unhappy. The paper relates that this boy has excellent gross motor skills, which is significant because motor skills are important in social interactions at this age. The paper includes the developmental checklist.
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"This style of attachment develops from a parenting style, which is more disengaged. The child's needs frequently are not met and the child comes to believe that communication of needs has no influence on the parent. He does not care if his father is there or not, and when some strangers came to the playground with their children he showed them the same attention. He plays with strange children and he does not care if he knows them or not."
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Observations of Populations: Young Children, Adolescents and Seniors, 2002.
This paper reports the findings of the writer's observations of the following three populations: (1) Young children in a public playground; (2) A group of adolescents "hanging out" in a mall and (3) Seniors on an outing to Las Vegas.
2,594 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 78.95
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The paper discusses the following characteristics and features of each population-- their reason for gathering together, the "rules" that seem to govern their interaction; common behavior; their response to "outsiders;" their reactions to new group members; their communicatory processes; their handling of extreme emotions or outbursts; their appearance and dress; their handling of money and/or possessions; and the types of personalities noted in each group.
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"In terms of handling money or possessions, one child was given some money by a parent in order to get a coke from a nearby vendor (he appeared to be the oldest child in the group). This soon resulted in about a third of the children asking their mothers to either give them money to purchase a coke or buy them a coke. Those children whose parents refused were upset, although the expression of this "upsetness" varied from child to child with a couple of children acting like they were about to die of thirst (and then the parent would be sorry) while others just put on a sad or miffed face and let it go at that, their attention almost immediately being caught by something else."
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Online Child Pornography, 2004.
An analysis of the online availability of child pornography, which makes the Internet a virtual playground for pedophiles.
2,435 words (approx. 9.7 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 74.95
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This paper discusses how the Internet has made child pornography easily accessible to pedophiles. The paper explains how this easy access has created an escalation in crimes against children. It assesses what is being done by the law to remedy the problem and explores what role the parents can play in protecting their children from online predators. The paper examines what the warning signs are that a child is being manipulated by someone older in an inappropriate manner online.
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"The Internet is no doubt a great resource for education, communication, research, business, and entertainment that has grown at a breakneck pace ever since the debut of the first commercial web browser in 1994. According to one study conducted in December 2004, about 60% of Americans are now connected to the Internet with the average user spending close to 3 hours per day online. (Nie, et al, 2004) The children too have widespread access to the Internet at school and at home. Unfortunately, easy accessibility to the Internet has its downside. It makes the children vulnerable to exploitation by predatory pedophiles lurking in what the US Attorney General, John Ashcroft described as "the dark corners of cyberspace." (Quoted by Magid, 2002) Before the mass advent of the Internet, most child predators stalked their victims in public places such as schoolyards, playgrounds, and shopping malls."
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A Middle-School Recreation Program, 1991.
This paper discusses the funding and general plans for an adventure playground for Grades 4 through 7. Table.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 10 sources, $ 39.95
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"According to professionals in the field, recreation and the closely related areas of athletics and physical education make great contributions to the physical and mental health, as well as general happiness and well-being of people. Athletics and physical education help people of all ages live healthy, satisfying, and energetic lives. The science and skill of movement aims to (1) develop maximum physical efficiency, (2) develop physical skill and knowledge about how to use these skills, (3) act in socially cooperative ways, and (4) enjoy healthy physical recreation.
A sound school program requires daily instruction and participation in all types of activities to develop strength, endurance, coordination, flexibility and pleasure essential for ... "
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Reduction of Severe Body Burns, 2006.
This paper is a complete proposal to carry out a multi-strategy and multi-targeted community-centered body burn prevention program.
12,305 words (approx. 49.2 pages), 37 sources, APA, $ 237.95
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This paper explains that body burns are among the most destructive and damaging injuries because they have the potential to have long-standing physical, mental and financial consequences. The author points out that this proposed program is designed (1) to reduce the number of children suffering from body burns, (2) to teach children, school staff and parents the major causes of body burns and (3) to enable them to take necessary preventive measures. The paper reports that three kinds instructional sessions for children and parents will take place inside the classroom, on the playground and in the house.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Problem Statement
Rationale for the Study
Objectives
Hypotheses
Research Questions
Limitations of the Study
Definition of Terms
Literature Review
Methodology
Participants and Settings
Instruments
Classroom Component
Playground Module
Parent Module
Family Engagement
Illustrative Classroom, Play Ground and Parent Sessions
Parent-Instructor Session
Data Collection and Analysis
Independent Variables of this Program
Dependent Variable of this Program
Research Implications
Clinical Implications
Ethical issues
Limitations and Conclusion of this Study
Summary
Aims and Objectives
Hypotheses
Research Questions
Methodology
Setting
Methods
Conclusion
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"It is worth noting here that approximately 2 million Americans obtain remedial attention for body burns every year. Majority of the burns take place at their residence, at their workplace, or are caused during a road side accident. Approximately 50,000 and 70,000 American citizens are given treatment for body-burns each year as inpatients. Approximately 30% to 40% of this amount is children who are less than 15 years old. All body burns, both severe and minor, might source operational or aesthetic injury if they are left untreated and uncared for."
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Bullying, 2007.
A look at some studies concerning the prevalence of bullying in schools in America.
1,386 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper examines how bullying is commonly and regularly practiced in schools across America. Through a review of various studies, it looks at the definition of bullying, rates of incidence and type of bullying behavior and intervention methods. It also discusses how children who undergo bullying may experience signs of post traumatic stress disorder in adulthood and how this can have a dangerous impact on a child's psyche. The paper contends that bullying can be reduced with the help of teacher training programs and by identifying the places where bullying commonly takes place such as the lunchroom, playground and on the outer premises of school.
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"In the other study by Dawn Newman-Carlson and Arthur M. Horne, intervention methods were studied with the purpose of reducing bullying in schools. The program Bully Busters has been developed to counter bullying problem in American schools keeping in view the culture and educational conditions of the US. The study indicated an urgent need for such a program since studies have found weaknesses in training provided to teachers for tackling bullying. This bully-buster program which aims at providing teachers with right set of resources to handle conflict was first developed in 2000 and is largely based on the research findings from a vast body of literature. "
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Safeplay Critique, 2008.
This paper provides a critique of the company Safeplay and discusses the sales process and strategies.
750 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 26.95
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In this article the writer maintains that Safeplay's action of selling the products to its representatives, allowing the representatives to set their own price point and only marketing to small daycare operators, is shortsighted and an unwise strategy. The paper notes that Safeplay is already addressing some of the issues it is facing including increasing its listings in construction and market directories; increasing attendance in local and regional shows & conventions; and developing a website and putting out a pamphlet, e-book or brochure on how to choose equipment for infants & toddlers. The writer concludes that Safeplay will also be looking how to obtain Government GSA business, as well as seek other applications for Ecoplay outside of playground businesses.
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Abstract
Company Organization
The Strengths and Weaknesses
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"According to the company, this approach has two benefits. First, it allows the representative to earn more money. Currently, there are no guidelines that representatives must follow in setting price points, nor is there oversight for the extra money made by representatives from raising the price of Safeplay's product. Second, Safeplay claims the system allows the representative to offer and charge for the value-added services its customers want, allowing the representatives to keep closer contact with daycare customers. These 'value-added' services should be included in the price.
"In 2000, Safeplay will be setting up a Representative Advisory Council that is supposed to help provide direction to the company and act as mentors to poor performing representatives."
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"Les Liaisons Dangereuses" by Choderlos de Laclos, 2006.
A complimentary look at "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" by Choderlos de Laclos.
3,420 words (approx. 13.7 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 96.95
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In this book review of "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" by Choderlos de Laclos, the author looks at the work of Laclos in a very complimentary manner despite the fact that at the time of publishing his book, there was outcry, shock and disdain to the vulgarity of it. With time, as the author reminds us, the book "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" became more accepted to the point that in the last decade no less than three movies were made based on it. The paper then proceeds to discuss the merits of the book and what society has learnt from it looking and the message it is trying to give. The author concludes with his assessment that "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" is a warning to society that idleness is a step towards the devil's playground.
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"At last we come to the two most famous characters in Les Liaisons Dangereuses, and certainly the most difficult to explain in terms of a moralistic standpoint. First, the one who proves to be the lesser of the two evils, the Vicomte de Valmont. Turnell states that Valmont is "not restrained by any inhibition, by any feeling of guilt or shame" (Turnell 60). This is an over-simplified view of the much more complex character of Valmont, however. As the moralists of the period agreed, all humans have certain and similar natural desires, but varying degrees of ability to control, that is to hide them."
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"Immediate Family", 2005.
This paper discusses the issue of exploitation in Sally Mann's collection of photographs "Immediate Family", which portrays her three children in ways that are simultaneously provocative and comforting, disturbing and familiar.
1,560 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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This paper explains that study of Mann's photography "Immediate Family" reveals an exhibitionist treatment of her subjects, which is publicly revealing of the exceptionally private. However, this is not necessarily a condemnation, because a significant portion of artistic photography is driven by the desire to reproduce the normal in a light that is extraordinary, shocking or taboo. The author states that there is nothing unethical in Mann's treatment of her subjects. Mann's pictures are directed at a group without coherent ethics, a complex group of spectators. The paper concludes that the scope of her collection is a testimony to her passion for the children, for the land they inhabit and for the thin slice of time in which the world is their playground.
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"In "Immediate Family", Mann revisits the myth of beautiful, innocent youth and shatters it. Some of the pictures speak to the naivete of children: Virginia sleeping on the porch with a crocodile approaching behind her, Jessie smiling in a tutu next to a freshly-shot deer in the bed of a pickup truck. Yet any parent worth their salt will have seen what is portrayed in "The Wet Bed", or "Emmett's Bloody Nose". Many pictures show the children covered in dirt, caked in baking flour, spattered with leaves and garden rubble. In a particularly impressive shot, "He is Very Sick", Jessie and Emmett lounge in perfect boredom next to the bed of a dying man. Their faces beg for their parents to take them home, to stop subjecting them to the misery of death."
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Internet Child-Luring and Sexual Abuse, 2004.
An overview of the use of the Internet by pedophiles and how the Internet must be monitored to prevent them from luring children.
3,537 words (approx. 14.1 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 99.95
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This paper discusses how criminals today are using modern technology to prey on innocent victims and how computers and the Internet have made the predator?s job easier. It looks at how, in the past, child predators found their victims in public places where children tend to gather, such as schoolyards, playgrounds, and shopping malls, and how, today, they have a new place in cyberspace to target children for criminal acts. It looks at how the Internet must be monitored and investigated to prevent crimes against children. It discusses the topic of Internet child-luring and sexual crimes in an effort to determine how the Internet can be used as an investigative tool to prevent these types of crimes.
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Abstract
Introduction
About Internet Child Luring
How the Internet Enables Pedophilia and Internet Child Luring
Protecting Children from Internet Crime
Agencies that Combat Internet Child Luring and Sexual Crimes
Using the Internet as an Investigative Tool to Stop Cybercrime Against Children
Conclusion
Bibliography
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"Innovative Internet technology gives pedophiles the opportunity to exchange information about children in an organized environment (Faulkner, 1997). By using the Internet, they can meet in chat rooms and educate one another on how to commit this crime. Over the Internet, pedophiles exchange plans and ideas about how to meet, attract, and exploit children, -- and how to lure the parents of these children into a false sense of security about their presence within the family structure. Many Internet sites host online "How To" seminar in pedophilia activities, whether the site managers know it or not."
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"Children of the City", 2002.
A review of David Nasaw's work "Children in the City" which discusses the play and work habits of immigrant children in the United States.
1,520 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 50.95
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An examination of David Nasaw's "Children of the City" which is a study of the children of immigrants whose primary playground and place of employment was the streets of American cities. Nasaw covers the period 1900-1920 and the working-class children whose employment was not based on desperate need, but who did not have the complete leisure that middle class children possessed. It shows that Nasaw's principal thesis is that the experience of these children was overwhelmingly positive as they set up systems of rivalry and cooperation in their neighborhoods, frequently mixed with children of various ethnic backgrounds, learned numerous skills that would be essential to their futures, and assimilated to the American scene at a great rate.
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"Nasaw begins with a description of the face of the new city of this era: electric lighting; elaborate department stores; restaurants and theaters that catered to the middle class; afternoon editions of newspapers; the nickelodeons and motion picture houses; and, family-oriented vaudeville. All of these innovations had in common the improvement of consumption and, as Nasaw shows, much of the change that took place at the time--especially in this generation of children, was the elevation of consumption to a right or a duty. At the same time, however, the rapid increase in land prices in nearly every growing American city meant that recent immigrants and the rest of the working and poor classes "were forced to live in spaces that should have remained uninhabited" (10). The terrible conditions of dark, airless tenements--with whole families occupying single rooms for the night while they rented out the remainder of their space to others--disappointed many new arrivals. But, in vivid contrast, new arrivals marveled at the differences in such things as the amount of meat that was consumed, the availability of fresh produce in winter, and the presence of canned foods. And, of course, they also saw the display of wealth in every other part of the city."
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"Jetson's": A Family Fast Food Outlet.
This paper discusses the marketing mix and the consumer psychological factors of "Jetson's," a family fast food outlet.
2,885 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 85.95
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This paper explains and then applies the tri-component model to the "Jetson's" and the fast food industry. An effective component is the consumer's emotions or feelings about a particular product or brand, a cognitive component is the knowledge and perceptions that are acquired by a combination of direct experience with the attitude object and related information from various sources, and a conative component is the likelihood or tendency that an individual will undertake a specific action or behave in a particular way with regard to the attitude object. The author points out that classical conditioning can be applied successfully in marketing; in the case of the Jetson's, the theme is associated with the idea of family, of quality family time, of close bonds, and inter-familial connections. The paper relates that the marketing mix is a quiet residential area (place), the "Jetson's" theme, with "Jetson" products and playground (products) and a less aggressive advertising campaign, targeted especially on newcomers in our neighborhood (promotion), but price seems to be secondary with regards to customer satisfaction.
Table of Contents
Introduction
The Tri-Component Model
Classical vs. Instrumental Conditioning
External factors
Conclusion
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"The company has opened a fast food outlet in a residential area, with a "Jetson" family theme. In many ways, the outlet is not much different from traditional fast food outlets, with the exception that, in order to attract a certain category of customers, we have introduced and perpetuated the "Jetson's" theme. What this actually means is that we have given names from the cartoon series to our products, we have opened a playground outside, of course, with themes from the "Jetson's", like a toy spaceship and have introduced several "future like" facilities into our outlet."
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Developmental Psychology, 2004.
This paper presents and analyzes three scenarios illustrating stages of child and parent development.
1,540 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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The paper discusses three scenarios of behavior of a little girl. The first scenario is about the girl and her mother, and the situation revolves around eating candy. The second scenario is about the girl and her grandmother, and the situation is about attending church. The third scenario is about the girl and her father, with whom she does not live; the girl fears that he will leave her while she plays at the playground.
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"Grandma again smiles and remarks, ?What makes you feel that way?? Sara looks down at her shoes and frowns. ?All my friends don?t have to go to church every Sunday, I am the only one and I don?t get to do fun things with them like go get ice cream.? Grandma smiles, ?I can see how that might make you feel upset. Didn?t you have ice cream just yesterday night though? Remember, we went to Ben and Jerry?s!? Sara smiles at her grandma."
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