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Test Of Community-based Social Skills Knowledge, 1999.
Defines and analyzes the validity and accuracy of the test used to assess social skills and the likelihood of substance abuse and the delinquency of adolescents.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 13 sources, $ 55.95
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"The instrument to be analyzed is the Test of Community-based Social Skill Knowledge (TCSK). The instrument was first developed by Freedman, Rosenthal, Donahoe, Schlundt, and McFall (1978) and was used to assess the social skills of adolescents.
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"The instrument to be analyzed is the Test of Community-based Social Skill Knowledge (TCSK). The instrument was first developed by Freedman, Rosenthal, Donahoe, Schlundt, and McFall (1978) and was used to assess the social skills of adolescents. However, the version analyzed in this paper is a modified form developed by Bullis, Bull, Johnson, and Johnson (1994) that broke the original down into separate male and female instruments, and reoriented it to focus on both adolescents and young adults.
The original form of the instrument was developed by Freedman, et al, in order to generically assess various adolescents' social skills. Subsequently, various researchers began using the scale to examine how social skills predicted or were correlated with other social-psychological constructs such ..."
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"School-Based Standard Testing", 2003.
Summarizes the main ideas in the article"School-Based Standard Testing".
690 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 23.95
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This paper summarizes the main ideas or themes in the article "School-Based Standard Testing" by Craig Bollon. It explains the advantages and disadvantages one may gain or encounter in using these practices.
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Needs-based and Process-based Theories of Motivation, 2006.
An explanation of the differences between "needs-based" and "process-based" theories of motivation.
1,290 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper takes a look at "needs-based" and "process-based" theories of motivation, focusing on the difference between the two.
According to the paper, there have been many attempts in the history of psychology to give an exact meaning to the concept of motivation. The paper concludes with the author's personal opinion of these theories.
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"Other important needs-based theories of motivation have been developed by Mc Gregor -"Theory X and Theory Y", theory X stipulating that lower-order needs motivate individual behaviour and theory Y that higher-order needs motivate it-, Harzberg -"Two Factors Theory": presents a contrasting view on satisfaction and dissatisfaction- or Alderfer. The one presented by the latter scientist, named the ERG Theory classifies the core needs into three groups: existence needs - psychological and safety -, relatedness needs - mainly the desire to maintain inter-personal relationships - and growth needs, which consist in an intrinsic desire for personal development. Moreover, other three types of needs are also identified by McClelland: achievement - the need for competitive success -, affiliations - the need for friendly relationships with other people - and power, explained by the need to control the others. "
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Family-Based vs. School-Based Weight Reduction Programs, 2004.
An extensive examination of the effect family-based, as opposed to school-based, weight reduction programs have on the dietary behavior of teenagers.
12,408 words (approx. 49.6 pages), 45 sources, MLA, $ 238.95
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This paper examines the issue of obesity as a disease affecting millions of people globally. Specifically, the paper investigates obesity in young adults or teenagers. The paper analyzes the effectiveness of familial influence on the overweight adolescent and compares this method of treatment to that of the effectiveness of school-based programs geared toward adolescents. The paper presents the 'Fit and Trim' program found in Singaporean schools as an example. This paper aims to establish that the best strategy to combat and prevent this disease for this age group begins at home with parental intervention and a change in family lifestyle.
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Chapter 1
Introduction
1.1.Background
1.2.Statement of the Problem
1.3.Definition of Terms
1.4.Brief Review of Related Literature
1.5.Highlights of Methodology
1.6.Limitations of Study
1.7.Research Expectations
1.8.Scope of Study
Chapter 2
Review of Related Literature
2.1.Introduction
2.2.Hypothesis
2.3.Family Intervention Versus School-based Programs
Chapter 3
Methodology
3.1.Introduction
3.2.Design and Measurement
3.3.Procedure
3.4.1.Surveys and Questionnaires
Chapter 4
Results and Findings
4.1.Analysis
4.2.Descriptive Statistics
4.3.Variables
Chapter 5
Discussions and Conclusions
5.1.Re-evaluation of Hypothesis
5.2.Re-visiting Literature
5.3.Shortcomings of Research
5.4.Implications
5.5 Recommendations for the Future
References
Appendix I
Appendix II
Appendix III
Appendix IV
Appendix V
Appendix VI
Appendix VII
Appendix VIII
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"Obesity is a serious health issue for the individual physically and emotionally. One's weight is very much tied to his or her identity both personally and socially. It is very much an emotional issue. The media is constantly bombarding people of all age groups with the message of "Thin equals Beauty" and this remains true, especially for adolescents as most media is targeted at them in the forms of television, music, video games, magazines, card games, Internet, instant cell messaging and so on. These forms of media make it even more difficult for a message of healthy lifestyle to be dominant. This creates a society obsessed with beauty, attaining beauty and keeping beauty without any consideration of true love but only the threat of being labeled fat and ugly. This makes the implementation of a successful weight reduction program more difficult. It is clear, any intervention must be strong, persuasive and carefully thought out to remain affective and resilient to the pressure media feeds to society."
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Cash-Based vs. Accrual-Based Accounting, 2002.
An examination of the advantages and disadvantages of cash accounting over accrual-based accounting.
1,394 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper presents the basic forms and methods of accounting for cash accounting and accrual-based accounting and compares the two. It examines which form of accounting is more beneficial to specific sectors of the economy and looks at the advantages and disadvantages of each.
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"In the cash basis of accounting, the business records are "cash in" (deposits to the bank account) called cash receipts, and "cash out" (checks) called cash disbursements. Cash receipts - Cash disbursement = Cash flow. Each month's cash flow is added to the preceding month's cash balance yielding the current month?s cash balance.
The cash basis of accounting is more likely to be used by service businesses than by retail or manufacturing businesses. Service businesses usually do not need equipment and can sell a service they perform with nothing more than their own hands and minds. Think of people who are lawyers, writers, public relations and advertising personnel, and accountants."
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Minority Children's Language Skills, 2002.
This paper examines the question of how important is assimilation into the dominant culture is based on language skills.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper describes the role of assimilation and stresses its importance for the child in reference to learning the dominant language.
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Implementation and Management of a Constraint-Based Model, 2007.
An in-depth look at the use of constraint=based modeling and programming as a basis for creating an failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA)-based constraint model.
65,535 words (approx. 262.1 pages), 62 sources, MLA, $ 249.95
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This paper discusses the use of constraint-based models for monitoring and predicting the applicable aspects of FMEA, depending on the specific requirements of the product tested and the environment(s) in which they are used. According to the paper, FMEA-based constraint modeling is proposed as an approach to customizing and tailoring the integration of FMEA standards to highly unique and specific production requirements. This paper specifically discusses constraint-based modeling and programming as a foundation for creating an FMEA-based constraint model.
Table of Contents:
Implementation and Management of a Constraint Based Model
Introduction
Implementation of a Constraint Based Model
Proposed Management Model
Summary
Conclusions
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"Successive prototype builds: Product managers determine a certain number of prototype cycles, and fix the dates for these cycles. Prototype cycle deadlines are met even if the prototype has shortcomings that require rectification. This rectification process takes place by the deadline of the next prototype cycle.
The final production line is used to produce the prototypes. While the engineering staff cannot produce a complete production line for the first prototype cycles, engineers manufacture the final prototypes completely on the line. This allows engineers to test the production line and the prototypes simultaneously."
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E-Learning and Soft Skills, 2007.
This paper examines whether soft skills and sociopolitical awareness can be developed through e-education.
1,599 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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The paper discusses how soft skills are critical for the success of e-education-based students and how these skills are accentuated over time when students must rely on distant relationships in order to sustain and increase their performance in online programs. The paper examines e-education and its implications for learning and explains that teaching approaches that work well in person don't translate online easily. The paper also identifies the need to create interactive communication online despite major differences in time zones. The paper concludes that distance learning's growth potential needs to be seen relative to the challenges that this approach has today and in the future. The paper also shows how soft skills are critical for any student's long-term competitiveness in a career and they are necessary for excelling in a distance learning environment.
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E-Education and Its Implications on Learning
Global Reach of Web-Based Learning
Web-based Curriculum Development
Web-Based Learning Results and Outcomes
Summary and Conclusions
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"In Sloan Consortium (2005) there is ample evidence of distance learning programs reaching parity in terms of participation with in-person programs, and this in large part due to soft skills becoming more prevalent in their development as a result of greater student co-operation in e-education programs. Figure 1 shows this dynamic taking shape regarding the penetration of online courses relative to their in-class and in-person counterparts. 100% in Associates at the Graduate level, which Sloan Consortium defines as a market segment where for every in-person graduate program there is an online one available."
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Interpersonal and Counselling Skills, 2007.
This paper provides a reflective summary of interpersonal skills - counselling skills.
761 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 27.95
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In this article, the writer notes that counselling is a critical part of the social worker's professional weaponry not least because it forms a core skill used to communicate and build relationships among those involved in care. The writer points out that of course, it is possible for the social worker to utilize his or her own personal experiences as a guide which would have accumulated, as any citizen would, through the process of socialization. But the kind of people a normal citizen would commonly have dealings with would necessarily be selective - it would merely encompass a relatively narrow circle of family, relatives and friends from similar social and ethnic backgrounds. The writer maintains that what sets professional social workers apart is that they are forced to confront a diversity of people from all walks of life who bring with them their own sets of distinctive problems, beliefs and cultures, for which even the most experienced individual might be ill-equipped.
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"At its most basic, counselling takes into serious consideration verbal and non-verbal speech as well as listening skills. Impressions that clients take away from even the most fleeting of encounters matter: if the speed at which counselling is provided is either too fast or too slow; if the nature of conversation is formal or informal; if the tone of voice, pitch and loudness differ - all this can lead to divergent experiences that leave a more indelible mark rather than the contents of what is said. Equally important would be the skill to listen, providing reassurances to the speaker to express themselves freely and openly. Resisting the temptation to interrupt, avoid misunderstanding, using body language, choosing the right environment in which to talk would be some key skills, while non-verbal skills, such as gestures, facial expressions, eye contact, orientation, touch and proximity to the speaker are important ways in which social workers can engage in fruitful communication."
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Interpersonal Skills, 2006.
A discussion about the need for interpersonal skills at work, focusing on the need for communication skills.
963 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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The writer defines interpersonal skills and explains that those people who have these skills have high emotional intelligence, and not necessarily a high IQ. The paper explains that because of the teamwork needed in the workplace nowadays, it is important to have team players - those with good interpersonal skills. The writer suggests four points which are vital for developing interpersonal skills. In summation, the writer states that the key to interpersonal skills is being able to deal directly and honestly with all men and women, teams, bosses and different ethnic groups.
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"What is clear from various articles an references that one can read about the importance of using and improving interpersonal skills is that, more than ever, you'll be left behind if you don't have those skills. Computers alone cannot communicate a personal approach - the dedication and loyalty, the know-how, and the ability to deal with members of your team, as well as those above and below you on the job. One has to think of the late President Ronald Reagan, who was known as "The Great Communicator" because, regardless of his politics and policies, he had the knack of communicating so everyone seemed to approve, at least of how he said what he had to say. There are not enough "good" communicators today. It is really important that managers or would-be managers, or those studying business in schools spend a lot of time learning how to deal both with their bosses as well as subordinates."
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Interpersonal Skills, 2006.
A discussion about the need for interpersonal skills at work, focusing on the need for communication skills.
963 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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The writer defines interpersonal skills and explains that those people who have these skills have high emotional intelligence, and not necessarily a high IQ. The paper explains that because of the teamwork needed in the workplace nowadays, it is important to have team players - those with good interpersonal skills. The writer suggests four points which are vital for developing interpersonal skills. In summation, the writer states that the key to interpersonal skills is being able to deal directly and honestly with all men and women, teams, bosses and different ethnic groups.
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"What is clear from various articles an references that one can read about the importance of using and improving interpersonal skills is that, more than ever, you'll be left behind if you don't have those skills. Computers alone cannot communicate a personal approach - the dedication and loyalty, the know-how, and the ability to deal with members of your team, as well as those above and below you on the job. One has to think of the late President Ronald Reagan, who was known as "The Great Communicator" because, regardless of his politics and policies, he had the knack of communicating so everyone seemed to approve, at least of how he said what he had to say. There are not enough "good" communicators today. It is really important that managers or would-be managers, or those studying business in schools spend a lot of time learning how to deal both with their bosses as well as subordinates."
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Talents vs Skills, 2006.
A review of the talents and skills required by leaders and managers, as well as the relationship between the two.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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This document discusses leadership and management from the perspective of talents and skills. According to the paper, leadership is deemed to be talent based while management is proposed to be skill based. Leadership is said to be visionary and very much a soft skill while management is said to be structured and very much competency based. While leadership and management are generally thought to be mutually exclusive individuals often have some degree of talents versus skills in relation to each.
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"Management has been many things to many people but one constant remains consistent among all schools of managerial theory and that is that managers guide functions and processes within an organization. Yet, how individual managers actually execute this guidance is almost completely based on their unique mix of skills and talents or lack there of. The theory behind managerial studies differs only on the approach to or style of that primary guidance that is related to skill or talent and the percentage a manager has of each: the necessity for managing arises whenever work is specialized and undertaken by two or more persons...the specialized work must be coordinated, creating the necessary managerial work...managerial work is to coordinate the work of individuals, groups, and organizations by...four management functions: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling (Sims, 2002, p.9)."
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Computer-Based Training, 2004.
Explores the field of developing multimedia computer-based training and Internet-based training systems.
4,633 words (approx. 18.5 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 119.95
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This paper researches the opportunity, execution, and design process for computer and internet-based training applications. It looks at strategies and techniques for technical training, the advantages to businesses of computer-based and Internet-based training, and the best methods for building and managing a multimedia, e-learning delivery system.
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"Computer-based training (CBT) instruction is a diverse and rapidly expanding spectrum of computer technologies that can assist in teaching and learning particular skills or processes. In our modern society, the advantages provided by CBT enable bossiness?s to custom structure training procedures to their individual learner, and thereby reduce the time commitment, and expense of training classes. When an individual learner can learn at their own pace, without affecting the progress of teaching resources of an entire class, the learner becomes the master of his destiny. The learner can access CBT at their own pace, and often at various locations. The learner is free to use his or her own strength, and quickly proceed through exercises which they find simple, and spend more time on those lessons which do not fit well with the learner?s initial understanding."
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Web-Based Training, 2002.
An examination of the issues related to training based on interaction with sites on the World Wide Web.
8,079 words (approx. 32.3 pages), 37 sources, MLA, $ 173.95
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This paper discusses how web-based training is an extension of computer-based training which takes advantage of the immediacy of the World Wide Web and the ability to reach large numbers of people at the same time regardless of where they are located. It proposes a study on the ways in which training may be adapted to benefit from innovations in information technology (IT) and the advantages such adaptation may provide for both organizations and trainees. Through an extensive literature review, it attempts to identify factors that contribute to either the success or failure of web-based training systems.
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Statement of the Problem
Introduction
Research Questions
Definition of Key Terms
Literature Review
The Nature of Training and its Importance to the Organization
Traditional Training Programs
Traditional Training Techniques
Moving to A New Training Paradigm
Computer-Based Training
Preparing for Web-Based Training
Web-Based Training
Web-Based Training in Practice
Technological Considerations Related to Web-Based Training
Importance of Evaluating Training
Evaluating Web-Based Training
Conclusion
Methodology
Population and Sample
Materials
Procedures
Data Analysis
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"An organization is a community. Social interactionists conceive a community as a social group, and that within the community as a social group, individuals develop both their own self-concept and individual identity through social interactions within the community structure (Levine, 1991). Identity refers to self-meanings in a role. Roles are shared norms applied by occupants of social positions. This development, according to social interactionists, allows a person to move from a personal perception of ?I? (the spontaneous self) to a personal perception of ?Me? (the social self), through a role taking behavior wherein the person assumes the role of the generalized other. Through this behavioral process, the person derives meanings from the nonverbal actions and verbal statements of significant others within the community structure."
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Skills and Competency Grid, 2005.
Creating a skills and competency grid for the 21st century manager, based on the topics of the forces of change affecting management processes and people.
2,514 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This work compares and contrasts the similarities and differences in precisely how different types of managers perform their major functions and analyzes the impacts of management on informational, interpersonal, and decisional roles. This work evaluates the life cycles of the organization and its influence on management practices, as well as assesses the interdependence of departments in an organization and its impact on the management effectiveness. The importance of building internal partnerships is described as well as assessing the influence of power and influences of ethical behavior in an organization. Finally, Part One of this work appraises emerging trends in society and business that influence management practices. Part II of this work is the creation of a personal development plan that analyzes strengths and weaknesses related to proposed grid and further makes identification of concrete action steps that can be taken to build competencies.
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"The skills and competencies that are demanded of the 21st Century manager are varied and diverse in nature. Skills with people and technology is a necessity for a manager in the 21st century world that is rapidly changing particularly in relation to technological advances. Efficiency as well as effectiveness are vital in the role of management within an organization. Efficiency is having performed a task or project in a streamlined manner with all the loose ends tied up neatly whereas effectiveness is the measurement of the success of the task or project demonstrated through success in projected and targeted outcomes."
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