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Racial Identity and the Media, 2002.
Explores racial identity development in the modern media.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper will discuss how the media uses racial identity development among the articles that it creates. By observing three methods of identity development, we can learn how race is a factor in how media forms characteristics to races in American today.
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Racial Identity in Film, 2005.
Explores the issue of racial identity within the films "Amistad", "Malcolm X" and "Star Wars."
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 4 sources, $ 71.95
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In this paper, the basis of the three films studied here reflects the problem of history within racial perspectives. By analyzing the films "Star Wars", "Malcolm X" and "Amistad", the paper shows how post-structuralism reflect the problem of racial identity in modern cinematic perspectives. The intent to reflect a white hegemonic society may be unconscious on the part of the filmmakers, but surely, they do not accurately portend a multi-faceted truth in relation to the history they use in film production and direction.
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"This study will examine the nature of race within the films Amistad, Malcolm X, and Star Wars. By understanding how film depicts racism through post-structuralism in histrionics, one can realize the errors of race that are depicted within these modern films. Through an analysis of racial identity through history and the historical perspectives that reshape these identities through film, the basis of race becomes erroneously vague is representing the voice of African Americans in a white hegemonic society. The issue of post-structuralism in history is the format of how films should be judged in relation to race issues. Though this 'lens' the various aspects of history, especially through various Anglo-Saxon historians does not portend an accurate identity and place for African Americans of the past."
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Racial and National Identity, 2002.
A discussion of 19th century questions of racial and national identity based on "Burg-Jargal" by Victor Hugo and "Michael Kohlhaas" by Heinrich von Kleist.
899 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper examines how Victor Hugo and Heinrich von Kleist pose the question of an individual?s shaky sense of racial, national and personal identity in both the texts of "Burg-Jargal" and "Michael Kohlhaas". It looks at how the authors trace notions of personal identity directly to societal causes, influences and forms of societal oppression, but identity is always something immutable and true in the minds of their main characters. It evaluates how rather than psychological explanation being the key to either novel, the notion of identity emerges as a kind of litmus test for the relative justice of a particular element society.
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"Burg-Jargal by Victor Hugo deals with the Haitian Revolution of the author?s day. Thus, it may, on the surface, seem quite separate from issues of identity that would plague the French author. However, this also means that identity plays a crucial element in the text, for in any revolution of independence, what constitutes the nature of independence and of national identity is called into question. Hugo uses the events that transpire to show the hypocrisy of a society based on slavery that ignores the needs of its ordinary people because of their race. The love that the slave Pierrot feels for Marie becomes a symbol of a world that is split between slave and free. Identity becomes related to one?s physical and social status in an unjust way, in a way that even love cannot fully extricate."
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Ethnic and Racial Identity, 2004.
Looks at the role of social workers in helping members of different ethnic groups and races integrate into society.
1,314 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper examines the role that ethnicity and race play in determining one's identity and how this can have both positive and negative consequences. The negative consequences are best demonstrated when a person's race or ethnic background prevent him from integrating into society. The paper looks at this aspect of ethnic and racial identity and the role the social worker has in helping people of different ethnicities and races integrate into society. The problems that arise as social workers take on this role are discussed as well.
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"People often identify along racial and ethnic lines. This usually isn?t antagonistic; it usually consists of maintaining traditions and values and thereby forms the basis for social interaction. For such people, ethnicity provides a sense of purpose in their own identity. Celebrations like Diwali and Rosh Hashanna remind people (in this case, Indian and Jewish people) of their traditions and are a source of pride. Among the most lively and endearing parts of any city are its ethnic communities, as they allow us to experience not only different holidays, cuisine and customs but also to gain a more circumspect appreciation of human nature and the way that people interact."
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Racial Identity In African-American Students, 2007.
An analysis of the literature discussing academic achievement in advanced mathematics at the high school level among African-American students.
2,701 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 54 sources, MLA, $ 81.95
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This paper aims to conduct a literature review that focuses on the attitudes of teachers toward students in terms of their expectations for a student's achievement. The paper discusses the outcomes in educational achievement of African-American students in the mathematics and science advanced placement (AP) courses and looks at how students' racial identity affects their academic achievements.
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Objective
Review Of The Literature
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"When the surveys/questionnaires were complete the statement of a teacher was revealed as conveying that the critical factor to the success of African American students in advanced mathematics to be the factor of "high expectations and collaborative leadership" (Ibid) The teacher goes on to state that collaboration in the school in inclusive with assessment, curriculum and reform advisers working in cohesion together. The teacher stated specifically that "It's about having high expectations...it's not okay that because these kids come from poverty or from an unsupportive home, or because these parents aren't knocking on the door of the school, to accept low performance. If I got something that wasn't the best piece of work, before I might have excused it and thought, "Well they don't have anyone to help them a t home."" Now I'm asking: What can I do to aid this child, to give him or her more support? "(Ferguson & Holt, 2006)"
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Racial Identities in Education, 2006.
This paper discusses standards of race and culture that are questioned through education.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 2 sources, $ 80.95
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The paper explains that racial and cultural identities are a significant factor in the successful growth of the individual. From birth, people begin to understand the world from the perspective of their race and culture and are taught to function in a community that is comprised of those from the same backgrounds. The paper discusses how within the culture, the individual learns to speak, think and act as dictated by cultural norms. However, the paper considers that throughout life these standards that are related to the culture and race are consistently challenged in a diverse society and also through education.
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Racial Bias in the Media, 2004.
Examines the portrayal of minority groups in the media.
1,107 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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Many experts believe that minority groups are often portrayed in a negative light or not portrayed in the media at all. This paper explores the topic of racial bias in the media as it pertains to the portrayal of minorities in the news and in television programs. The paper examines the great strides that have been made to create positive images of various ethnic groups.
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"An article published in the Journal of Broadcasting & Electronic Media asserts that the negative portrayal of minorities often means that they are viewed as being guilty until they are proven innocent. The article discusses the findings of a study that examined the extent to which pretrial media coverage biased jurors against defendants. The study found that there was a disproportionate amount of news coverage that occurred when the defendant in a crime was Black or Hispanic, than if the defendant was white."
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Identity Crisis and Finding Identity in "Stand By Me", 2008.
An analysis of the theme of identity in Rob Reiner's film "Stand By Me".
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 0 sources, $ 41.95
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This paper takes a look at the issue of identity exploration and identity commitment in the movie entitled "Stand By Me" (1986), directed by Rob Reiner. "Stand By Me" is an adventure-drama movie based on the novella "The Body" by Stephen King. The film presents the journey of four 12-year-old boys who cross the woodlands near their home to see the dead body of a boy their own age. In order to fully comprehend the characters and their dilemmas, the paper closely examines their conversations and the items that they bring on the journey . The paper concludes that the film illustrates how choosing an identity to conform to is not an easy task, for it consists of contrasting personal, cultural and social identities.
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"First and foremost is Gordie Lachance. Gordie is a book smart child; he likes to read, write and tell stories. He lost his older brother Denny to a jeep accident four months earlier before embarking on the journey. After his older brother's death, he felt like an 'invisible child' in his family as both of his parents tend to ignore him as they had a hard time to cope with the loss of their elder son. Gordie is never his father's favorite son as his father is only interested in Denny and Denny's next football game. In addition to this, Gordie's father questions him on his choice of friends, referring to all of them as 'thieves'. Gordie also has a nightmare that portrays his elder brother's funeral and he hears his father say, "It should've been you." All this shows that Gordie has a bad relationship with his father."
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Identical and Non-identical Twins, 2008.
This paper looks at two common types of twins and one rare type.
704 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 25.95
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The paper discusses the two most common types of twins; identical and non-identical twins, also known as monozygotic and dizygotic twins. The paper looks at the differences between identical and non-identical twins. The paper then talks about a third type of twins; half-identical or polar body twins.
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What Are Twins
Types of Twins
Identical Twins
Comparing Non-Identical Twins with Identical Twins
A Third Type of Twinning
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"In a normal pregnancy, a single baby develops in the uterus of the mother. In very special circumstances, two and sometimes even more babies develop simultaneously in the mother's uterus. This is called a multiple pregnancy. Twins are two babies in a multiple pregnancy. Twins are considered very special and present a fascination for science and society. In the fields of psychology and sociology, there is a special subfield called "twin studies". Twins studies are especially important in the search for answers to the nature vs. nurture question. What is the most important factor in human development: genetics (nature) or environment (nurture)?"
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The Nature of Identity, 2002.
A discussion on identity - how it is formed and judged, with a focus on racial identity, gender identity and class identity.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper shows how a sense of identity is developed and how this identity is then judged by the individual to create their level of self-esteem. The paper examines the three aspects of race, class and gender, with a focus on how this impacts self-esteem and how it creates an individual's identity.
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"Identity is a characteristic that defines a person and impacts everything they do, from the relationships they form, to the work they do and everything in between. Identity is the one characteristic of an individual that remains with them at all times, whether they are alone, socializing, working or with their families. Identity is a constant companion of an individual and determines how they see themselves and how they feel about themselves. This first part is self-image, the second part is self-esteem which is defined as one of the key components of an individuals personality (Seamon & Kenrick 398)."
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The Struggle Over African American Cultural Identity, 2002.
This paper discusses the political struggle over cultural identity via "the naming" process, whereby certain social constructions reinforce systems of racial oppression.
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Throughout American history, racial identities have been formed by not only politics, but also by the intersection of class and racial boundaries. The paper argues that African Americans must struggle to rid themselves of certain traits that have been internalized from the white power structure. African Americans must work to open a discourse outside of the parameters of language built by white elites. In this way they can shape their own racial and cultural identity.
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Identity Theft, 2006.
This paper examines the topic of identity fraud and identity theft, which is currently the fastest growing crime in America.
2,615 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 78.95
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The writer of this paper defines identity theft as a crime that is committed in which someone wrongfully obtains and uses the personal information of someone else. This paper explores this particular problem and its impact on society. This paper details the various methods of identity theft. The reports of incidence most frequently involve the withdrawal of money from a personal bank or financial account, while the worst cases involve completely pilfered identities, with vast debts accumulated and crimes committed in the victim's name. This paper delves into published reports which claim that identity fraud is the fastest growing crime in the U.S., with over 9.9 million victims reported. The writer discusses the flaws in technology that enable computer hackers to obtain one's personal information as well as the available strategies to thwart this growing problem. This paper details the workings behind mandatory internet service provider coverage, which is among the most feasible solutions to the problem of identity fraud. This paper also examines various cases involving identity theft and fraud, including that of ChoicePoint, who recently announced that the personal information of 145,000 members had been stolen by thieves.
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"The use of privacy software by the ISPs would establish an early wall of protection and an immediate source of blame; for example, in the case of the Lowe's security breach, while hackers were at fault for committing the actions, the wireless networking system that made the whole so gaping a twenty year old in a Grand Prix could step through it suggests a critical lack of responsibility on behalf of the service provider as reflected in their software. The May 10 Hearings on Identity Theft and Data Broker Services, as documented by the Sensenbrenner Advocates Watchdog for Judiciary lobby group would suggest that the Federal Government agrees. Testimonies included Kurt Sanford, President and C.E.O at LexisNexis, Douclas Curling, President and CEO at ChoicePoint, Jennifer Barret, the Chief Privacy Officer at Axcom, and Mark Rotenberg, President and executive Director at Electronic Privacy Information Center, among others."
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Ethnicity and the American Identity, 2002.
This paper presents a review and comparison of three novels, focusing on the themes of ethnicity and American identity: Cahan?s "Yekl", Yezierska?s "The Bread Givers" and Morrison?s "The Bluest Eye"
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The paper explores the theme of racial identity in these three novels. The similarities in plot are highlighted For example; each novel?s plot is centered on a character?s attempt to transcend their racial otherness in order to be accepted by American society. The paper concludes with a discussion on Randolph Bourne?s essay ?Trans-national America?, relating it to Morrison?s desire to avoid racial hierarchy, and showing how the protagonists of the novels do not fit into this multi-cultural scheme.
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"The crisis at the center of Abraham Cahan?s story is presented as a conflict between Jake?s ethnic past, his racial otherness in America and his ambition to be, in his words, ?a Yankee?. Early on in the story, Yekl, in his ambition to be an American, changes his name to Jake, because the name Yekl is associated with a Russian past he is not able to ?reconcile with the actualities of his American present?. Essentially, one cannot be a Russian Jew and an American, to be an American one needs to repudiate their ethnic past. This crisis gets even further developed when Jake?s wife arrives from Russia.
To Jake, his wife is an embodiment of the ethnic identity he wishes to efface. When he first sees her off the boat ?his heart had sunk at the sight of his wife?s uncouth and un-American appearance.? For her part, she looks at Jake in his American garb and sees barely a semblance of the man she married. For Cahan, the process of assimilation and Americanization is a process that destroys one?s ethnic identity, and the foil of Jake and Gitl illustrates a sort of before and after picture meant to demonstrate that."
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American Identity and Colonialism, 2002.
This paper traces the evolution of America's identity using elements of the musical 1776. It concentrates on the Founding Fathers and their drive for freedom and the large role that an American identity played in independence.
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This paper uses extensive information about colonial America and discusses the issue of an American identity. Analysis of the film 1776 and Thomas Paine?s Common Sense is used to demonstrate the strength of this identity. The thesis is as follows: As the film 1776 clearly demonstrates, during the American Revolution an American identity was stronger than it had ever been.
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"Early American colonies were viewed as very individual and indeed in many instances had much closer ties to England than they did with each other. However, ties with England began to fray due to the poor of the colonies by England. Early examples of this were the Navigation Acts of 1660, which regulated commerce and ensured that ?everything went through England.? From this time, an American identity began to form. As tensions between England and the colonies grew stronger other factors arose to further the development of an American identity. ?Choice? in shopping and material possessions and the ?standardization of consumer behavior? (similar goods being available throughout the colonies ) enhanced unity throughout America. As the film 1776 clearly demonstrates, during the American Revolution an American identity was stronger than it had ever been."
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