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Social Capital and Generosity, 2007.
A discussion on whether social capital in the United States makes an individual generous, according to Arthur Brook's article "Does Social Capital Make you Generous?"
728 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 25.95
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This paper explores the relationship between social capital and generosity in America. Using Arthur Brook's article "Does Social Capital Make you Generous?," the paper defines business research and its purpose, discusses the business problems under investigation and identifies the parties involved in conducting the research. The paper also details the methods used to conduct the research project.
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"The Haves and the Have Nots"
Business Research and Purpose
Business Problems under Investigation
Parties Involved in the Research
Methods Used to Conduct Research
Conclusion
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"Social capital is a measure of involvement in charitable and civic organizations, political involvement and racial and social trust in a community. Common forms of social capital include volunteering for political service work such as political campaigns or school board functions. Other forms of social capital include volunteering time to work with children or elderly individuals, and donating time to support causes to advance or support ones community. Social and racial trust is classified as a component of social capital as well. A community where individuals are accepting of cultural diversity and feel secure in their community is considered to have a strong level of social trust. Brooks's research sought to determine the correlation between social capital and generosity of Americans by asking, "Do all social capital types have a uniform impact on charitable behavior?" (Brooks, 2005 p.4)."
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Social Capital, 2003.
An analysis of social capital as the currency of civil society.
1,115 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper discusses how social capital is the currency of civil society by demonstrating the role of its mobilisation within social movements. It proposes that social capital is the currency of civil society in much the same way that financial capital is a component of the market sector. The first section briefly outlines three integral elements of social capital, networks, norms and social trust. It is followed by a discussion of the mobilisation of social capital as it pertains to social movements and promotes civic engagement. The conclusion reflects that the social capital/civil society and the financial capital/market sector analogy is justified, as social capital acts as civil society's bargaining tool.
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"The final continuous element of social capital is social trust. As an attribute of social capital trust encourages society to overcome quiescence and to take part in political activism by instilling confidence. Underpinning this confidence is a sense of mutual supportiveness of each other and for the cause, that has united them. Interwoven with social trust is the notion of reciprocity, or the implicit assumption that those participating will get something in return for supporting any form of civil action (Onyx, 2000:60-1). This assumption also motivates social movements, the link between social capital, civil society and bargaining becomes apparent. Davis argues that the public has a distinct lack of trust in government and its processes, he goes on to say that those possessing social capital are better equipped to initiate civic engagement (2001:2-4). Which brings us to one of the most common mechanisms for collective action, that of social movements."
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Research and Evaluation for Social Capital and Generosity, 2006.
A review of the article, 'Does Social Capital Make you Generous?' by Arthur Brooks, discussing how social capital leads to charitable behavior.
767 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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This paper provides a synopsis of the research article, 'Does Social Capital Make you Generous' by Arthur Brooks. The paper includes the definition of the business research and its purpose, the business problem(s) under investigation and identification of the parties involved in conducting the research. The paper also details the method(s) used to conduct the research project. The article examined focuses on the high rate of charitable behavior of Americans.
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Business Research and Purpose
Business Problems under Investigation
Parties Involved in the Research
Methods Used to Conduct Research
Conclusion
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"Social capital is a measure of involvement in charitable and civic organizations, political involvement and racial and social trust in a community. Common forms of social capital include volunteering for political service work such as political campaigns or school board functions. Other forms of social capital include volunteering time to work with children or elderly individuals, and donating time to support causes to advance or support ones community. Social and racial trust is classified as a component of social capital as well. A community where individuals are accepting of cultural diversity and feel secure in their community is considered to have a strong level of social trust. Brooks's research sought to determine the correlation between social capital and generosity of Americans by asking, "Do all social capital types have a uniform impact on charitable behavior?" (Brooks, 2005 p.4)."
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Fukuyama on Social Capital and Prosperity, 2002.
A review of Fukuyama's "Trust - The Social Virtues and the Creation of Prosperity" with an emphasis on the relationship between social capital and prosperity.
2,275 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 1 source, $ 84.95
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This paper is an analysis on Fukuyama's work titled, "Trust - The Social Virtues and the Creation of Prosperity". The focus of this analysis will be directed toward the goal of understanding why he thinks that those countries with "greater social capital", will have a greater "industrial structure" in order to better able itself to compete in this economy marked by an increased degree of social and cultural integration. It will be argued that social capital essentially involves a 'decrease' in traditional forms of vertical thinking, and in particular, the patriarchal order of family structure on the one hand, and the paternalism which is witnessed in the form of the social or cultural ethos of strong centrist religions on the other hand.
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Social Capital Theory, 2007.
A critique of Robert Putnam's social capital theory, discussed in his book "Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of the American Community."
2,059 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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This paper discusses Robert Putnam's book "Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of the American Community," in which he tracked the changes in the social fabric of the United States during the second half of the twentieth century. The paper discusses Putnam's hypotheses regarding the collapse of community life in the U.S. and its dire ramifications for society.
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"What does all of this tell us about the validity of the Social Capital theory? The numbers alone are astounding proof of the idea that Bridging social bonds are decaying. Also, the rampant consumption of television rather than human company for comfort shows us a good deal about the collective stress imposed by this lack of cohesion. Americans, no longer having a common goal, no longer have anything in common with one another, and are too harried to try to forge new commonality. The fight for resources and moral superiority between regions in this country has degenerated to the point that there is extreme polarization between left and right political factions. Strong tides of Nationalism threaten to exclude rather than include large numbers of Americans who do not fit a specific mold--one of the major reasons for the initial breaking away from community life among Boomers. This is endemic of an imbalance between a severe lack of Bridging Social Capital and growing amounts of very fragmented Bonding Social Capital."
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Community Centers and Social Capital, 2007.
A look at the whether the expense of running community centers can be justified by their benefits to the community.
2,788 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 83.95
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This paper discusses how the value of community centers goes beyond building social capital within the community that it serves. It looks at how community centers are paramount to building strong communities all the way up the chain to the national level and how, through bonding, bridging, and linking, community centers help to make this world a web of support.
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Defining Social Capital
Forms of Social Capital: Bridging, Bonding, Linking
Who do Community Centres Benefit?
Do they Build Social Capital?
What is the Impact of Community Centres on the Larger Perspective?
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"The primary difficulty with discussing social capital in any situation is that the definition of social capital has changed over the years. Social capital, in its broadest definition, refers to intangible concepts and ambiguous terms. The term "capital" is typically associated with economics. Taken in this context, one expects to be able to quantify capital in real terms. However, when one considers "social" capital, the term takes on a new meaning. It implies a connection with intangible concepts such as welfare, good will, and humanitarian activities. The term "capital" takes on an entirely different meaning in this context. "
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Business Incubators and Social Capital Building, 2006.
This paper explores socioeconomic development in rural US communities.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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The paper examines how business incubation programs and social capital building can fortify the economic fortunes of small rural communities in America, by bolstering local businesses and entrepreneurs. In particular, the paper takes a closer look at how the two items outlined above contribute to the nurturing of business expertise, foster the growth of strong professional and informal ties among community groups and community members, allow local communities to swell their public coffers and provide hope for the future.
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"The social and economic development of rural communities in America has been a hot topic of discussion for a number of years in light of the steady de-population of those communities. With this in mind, the following paper will explore how business incubators and social capital building projects can positively impact these communities and allow them to regain some of their former vitality. In particular, the paper will note how business incubation programs foster self-reliance, collaboration and skill development while social capital building encourages collaboration and precisely the sort of professional and personal networks businesses (and small rural communities) need to survive. In the end, both business incubation and social capital creation allow small communities to achieve big things."
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Massive Multi Player Online Games and Social Capital, 2008.
A discussion of how the growth of the Internet has created many options for entertainment and knowledge.
5,186 words (approx. 20.7 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 129.95
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The paper states that the growth of the Internet has created a number of options for entertainment and gaining knowledge. A function of the Internet is that it creates a virtual world where interaction is possible, however the stress of this function is that, without leaving home an individual, theoretically could live nearly their entire life. The foundations of the Massive Multi Player Online Games (MMOGs) are such that social networks are established and built on regardless of the proximity of the individual to other individuals. The paper states that a strong camaraderie is shared by all, and if one so chooses, a social network that builds social capital, can be created and built on. The paper continues and discusses various researches that have been done and concludes that MMOG's are crucial to the world of the future.
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"In short MMOGs provide and opportunity that is not fully understood but gives a clear indication of the development of social capital as one so of its core and essential motives. Despite the fact that some argue this type of social capital is not applicable to the real world, there is also a clear sense that development takes place within this realm that might never have taken place in the real world and for some this is a key to unlocking their real world social potential, while for others it becomes a surrogate social environment that is clear (bound by a mutually understood set of rules) and easily navigated through. Ether way real social capital is being developed."
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From Socialism to Capitalism, 2002.
This paper discusses the transition from centrally planned socialism to market capitalism in post-communist Russia.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper relates that the debate was over whether to go fast or slow. The author points out that there was a serious question about whether rapid change was the best option, or whether a more gradual approach would be better.
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Socialism to Capitalism, 2002.
An evaluation of the extent of progress in economic transition in Russia.
2,650 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 8 sources, $ 97.95
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This paper will probe deeper into the transition from socialism to capitalism, paying particular attention to the situation in Russia. It will show that the transition from plan to market has been especially difficult and unsuccessful in the mother of all communist states, and that the prospects for its successful any time soon reform remain very small.
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Socialism, Capitalism, and Communism, 2002.
A comparison and contrast of these three forms of government and how they relate to one another.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper will compare and contrast communism, capitalism, and socialism in the scope of their relation to each other. Also, they will be explained to give a better understanding of these forms of governments in the world today. By understanding these modes of thought in government control, we can see how they are different, yet closely related to each other in some of their policies.
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Communism, Socialism and Capitalism, 2001.
A look at the economic and social traits of these systems.
1,205 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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An exploration of the economic and political definitions of these three systems from a neutral, technical point of view as well evaluating them from a personal perspective. Included are descriptions for all these systems and a comparison of their main qualities.
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"Although we may think of capitalism as an inherently modern phenomenon ? the product of the Industrial Revolution ? it has been the dominant economic system in the West since at least the fall of the feudal system in about the 12th century in Europe (although of course different regions shifted from feudalism to capitalism at different times). Unlike in feudalism, in which people are connected to each other through personal, intergenerational ties, and bound as well to a piece of land, under capitalism almost all of ?the means of production? are owned by private individuals (as opposed to the state or a few overlords). Production is determined neither by custom nor by those few who hold vast tracts of land but rather by the market place ? by individual sellers and buyers who each negotiate the best deal that they can get for themselves."
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Socialism and Capitalism in Cuba, 2002.
Assesses the changes made to the Cuban economy since the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe the extent to which the free-market has been embraced.
2,650 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 14 sources, $ 97.95
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The post-1989 collapse of communism in Eastern Europe led many observers to believe that a comparably rapid transition to democracy and economic liberalization was imminent in Cuba. This paper will examine the changes made to the Cuban economy and the affects of the changes during the 1990s. An assessment will be made of the extent to which Cuba has moved from state socialism to a free-market capitalist economy.
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Capital Punishment as a Social Issue, 2004.
A look at how capital punishment is considered a weakness in the legal system.
2,320 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 19 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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The issue of the death penalty and capital crime has become one of the dominant issues debated in contemporary culture. This paper explains that the reason for this is, first, a moral questioning of the right to take a life, even when it is in retribution for extreme crimes like murder. The foundation of this contemporary attitude lies in the view that modern culture and society should be able to deal with extreme crime in a more humane and therapeutic way than is, at present, the case. It discusses how the issue of capital punishment also leads to hosts of pertinent issues and questions that often extend further than the confines of the topic and have a direct and indirect connection to social, cultural, and sociological issues. The writer points out that one of the most relevant issues debated today is the fallibility of the legal system. Many critics refer to statistics that prove numerous people have been executed as a result of legal or other errors. On the other hand, the reality of extreme crime is undeniable, and those who are in favor of the death penalty point out that there seems to be no other alternative, except social anarchy. These and other related areas form the basis of this study, which attempts to combine these disparate arguments into a coherent whole.
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"Other aspects that will be explored are the more practical alternatives to the death penalty, such as extended prison time for those convicted of capital crimes. The feasibility of this aspect will be explored in relation to the other aspect such as cost and infrastructure as well as the profile and findings of the effects of long-term incarceration. One suggestion, for example, is that those convicted of capital crime should serve a minimum of 25 years in prison before the possibility of consideration for parole."
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"Capitalism and a New Social Order", 2002.
An analysis of the ideal of the state controlled federal government in "Capitalism and a New Social Order: The Republican Vision of the 1790s" by Joyce Appleby.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper will discuss the book "Capitalism and a New Social Order: The Republican Vision of the 1790s", by Joyce Appleby and seek to find what the Jeffersonian Republican Administration was really undergoing in its war with Hamiltonian objectives to secure a stronger federalist government. By understanding this complex financial and political situation in the dual party system of the New Republic, we can see how this book reflects some of the good points and the harsher ones of the Jeffersonian ideal of the state controlled Federal Government that would have limited powers.
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