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The American Frontier, 1600-1830, 1999.
Examines how reality and myth of the Western frontier influenced American society and institutions and concepts of freedom and opportunity.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 4 sources, $ 63.95
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"Westward ho! The cry resounds throughout the whole of Euro-American history as immigrants moved from their initial, fragile settlements along the Atlantic Coast towards the lure of ever greener, richer, and emptier lands to the West.
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"Westward ho! The cry resounds throughout the whole of Euro-American history as immigrants moved from their initial, fragile settlements along the Atlantic Coast towards the lure of ever greener, richer, and emptier lands to the West. Although for much of the early part of settlement, European immigrants did not know exactly how much West there was, they wanted all of it, and this drive towards the Manifest Destiny - the idea that U.S. territorial expansion westward was not only inevitable but even divinely ordained - was a consuming force for much of the 18th and 19th centuries. This paper examines how both the reality and the idea of the western frontier influenced American society and institutions during the years 1600 to 1830, and how its influence differed from that of the ocean.
From the vantage point of the 20th century, the metaphor of the ..."
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The Role of the Frontier in American History, 1990.
Compares the movie '"STAGECOACH" to Frederick Jackson Turner's book "THE FRONTIER IN AMERICAN HISTORY". Shows how Americans have been shaped by the frontier. Also looks at ways in which the idea of frontiers remains a prevalent part of American society.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 2 sources, $ 39.95
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"The frontier played an important part in American history, both as a reality and as an idea; it continues to do so today long after the frontier has disappeared. That disappearance was announced by Frederick Jackson Turner in his book The Frontier in American History, a book in which the author also discussed the significance of the frontier in American history. That significance is apparent in his book and in the film Stagecoach, a film which extols the virtues of those who battled the frontier, and which shows how the frontier helped shape American ideals and social attitudes. The image may be idealized in the film, but it is powerful and derives from real forces from the nineteenth century.
The fact that the frontier continues to play an important role in American life is evident in the way Americans seem to keep searching..."
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Theories of the American Frontier, 2002.
This paper challenges the theories of Frederick Jackson Turner as presented in his essay, ?The Significance of the Frontier on American History?, by using the example of the development of California.
3,460 words (approx. 13.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 97.95
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This paper explains that Turner?s theory of social evolution, which states that the development of America took place in six distinct stages, which Turner applies to Wisconsin as an example. This paper, then, outlines the development of California as a whole and discuss the events in the development of Southern California that diverge from Turner?s model.The author reports that rather than experiencing an agricultural period according to Turner?s ?timeline,? California, especially Southern California, went right to the establishment of manufacturing and industry.
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"Granted, the expansion and development of California, especially as it pertained to the movements from west to east or from south to north (as in the case of Mexican expansion), was not exclusively American development per se. There was exploration and conquest on the part of the British, the Spanish, the Mexicans, and the French. However, this supports the contention that Turner?s thesis was not an accurate model for California. Turner?s primary focus was on the expansion of Western European peoples (in particular, those peoples of Germanic stock) from east to west. California was a state whose development was strongly influenced by Spanish, Mexican, French, and even Chinese cultures."
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?The Frontier in American History?, 2005.
This paper discusses each of the individual essays in Frederick Jackson Turner's "The Frontier in American History".
2,535 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 0 sources, $ 76.95
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This paper explains that, in his collection of essays "The Frontier in American History", Frederick Jackson Turner records and hypothesizes on the many ways in which the frontier has contributed to the building of the American nationality and culture. The author points out that this book contains twelve related essays focusing on specific aspects of the frontier's history including technological factors, such as the development of the steam engine and the railroad, and limitations, such as the threat of Indian attacks and the peril of being isolated in the wilderness. The paper concludes that, although written at the turn of the 19th century, Turner's essays have a strikingly modern feel because he describes a vision of America as a strong, proud but brutal country, shaped not so much by individual cult figures or powerful politicians as by a massive, eager movement of people who were fed up with their previous lots and who had the courage to face an isolating wilderness in exchange for an untold bounty.
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"In the remaining chapters, Turner elaborates on previous themes and continues a study of the ways in which each successive frontier-wave shaped the modern American nation. "The Problems of the West" provides an especially illuminating glimpse into the American psychology. For all his rugged, rudimentary style, the Western man was an idealist at heart. He championed the virtues of "equality, of the exaltation of the common man," and had an "unbounded confidence in his ability to make his dreams come true." It sounds romantic, but the proof of it lies in the bare fact of forward frontier movement on such a grand scale, over so long a time, by so many men and women. However, the romanticism does provoke thoughts on Turner's great shortcoming: his failure to address the sheer human cost of the expansion, not only in the number of European-American lives lost, but particularly among the Native Americans, who were so completely displaced and exterminated by the frontier."
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The Frontier in American History, 2004.
A response paper about Frederick Jackson Turner's "From the Significance of the Frontier in American History"
1,161 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 40.95
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Frederick Jackson Turner's "From The Significance of the Frontier in American History" was shown to be an insightful analysis of what compels ordinary people to take enormous risks--opportunity and adventure. This paper provides a personal response to Turner's essay, followed by a summary of the research in the conclusion.
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"For children born in the 20th century, the "next frontier" was represented by outer space; today, though, children born in the 21st century may never know a day when there was not a permanent human presence in space, whether in the International Space Station, future colonies on the Moon and Mars or beyond. For the American people of the 19th century, the "next frontier" was the largely unknown territory beyond the westernmost borders of the country. The importance of the opportunities represented by this "next frontier" to the development of the United States has been the subject of numerous works, including Frederick Jackson Turner's "From The Significance of the Frontier in American History.""
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World System Theory and Regime Theory, 2005.
An exploration of two systems theories (World System Theory and Regime Theory) within the discipline of global political economy.
2,290 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper deals with two system theories that attempt to explain how asymmetrical power relations in respect of economics, politics and society from the global organisation of nations and states. It includes a brief history of these system theories, their ontology and epistemology and an analysis of their critiques.
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"The idea of a systems approach to political economy originated in the natural sciences; the world is seen as a whole entity and in this respect it is a holistic view, i.e. the properties of a system cannot be determined or explained by the sum of its components alone. This is a departure from previous subjectivist theories that considered the objective sphere an unknown and/or an unknowable concept. "
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Social Structure Theories vs. Social Process Theories, 2002.
Examining the difference in these two sociological theories with reference to juvenile delinquency.
1,045 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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Social Structure Theories and Social Processes Theories are often used interchangeably. This essay highlights the fundamental differences outlining social structure and social process theories. In order to compare these theories, the paper draws attention to the various theories of juvenile delinquency and the difference of perspective involved and the obtrusive causes outlined by the distinct theories for engagement in criminal acts at a young age. Two different theories are presented attempting to explain juvenile delinquency, presenting various facets of adolescent criminal behavior and the possible causes of such behavior.
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"One of the major challenges faced by the law-making authorities of the United States today is the reduction of juvenile delinquency and to increase the effectiveness of lawful regulations in the country. The alarming augmentation in crime rate at adolescent echelon is the most worrisome problem facing America therefore researchers and experts of the related field have developed various theories regarding juvenile delinquency outlining motivations and reasons behind the existence and the frequency of crime at juvenile stage. In order to well-comprehend the perspective of various philosophies related to juvenile delinquency, it is highly essential to know what juvenile delinquency is about."
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Chaos Theory, Complexity Theory and Health Services, 2005.
A discussion on "In Commentary: The Potential of Chaos Theory and Complexity Theory for Health Services Management", by Margaret Arndt and Barbara Bigelow.
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This paper examines Margaret Arndt and Barbara Bigelow's book which discusses the relevance and potential of the chaos and complexity theories in terms of improving health services management in the United States. It highlights that reevaluating professional knowledge and assumptions in a field as complex as health care can be unsettling, but it can also invigorating.
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"In "Commentary: The Potential of Chaos Theory and Complexity Theory for Health Services Management", Margaret Arndt and Barbara Bigelow examine the relevance and potential of these theories in terms of improving health services management in the United States. They emphasize that reevaluating professional knowledge and assumptions in a field as complex as health care can be unsettling, but it can also invigorating. Because of the potential benefits of such an approach, Arndt and Bigelow (2000) argue in their article that applying chaos theory and complexity theory to health services management is worthy of pursuit, despite potential controversy or disputes regarding the validity of this approach. Since America's health care system is plagued by inherent complexity and chaos, applying ..."
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Examines possible reasons for US entry into the Korean War (1950-53), with reference to several political science theories, such as balance of power and public opinion theories.US Involvement in the Korean War, 2001.
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Examines possible reasons for US entry into the Korean War (1950-53), with reference to several political science theories, such as balance of power and public opinion theories.
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"The most apparent theory behind the United States? involvement in the Korean War must be the balance of power theory. Russia was obviously the most threatening side in the Korean War, therefore the states aligned against the Soviet Union. The United States was resolved to contain Russian influence, and prevent threats to world peace and the independence and stability of other nations by resorting to collective security arrangements and acting through the United Nations."
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Mcgregor's Theory X & Theory Y, 1990.
Origins of concepts, content, assumptions and impact on supervision in workplace.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 7 sources, $ 79.95
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"Theory X" and "Theory Y" are terms devised by sociologist Douglas McGregor, in the late 1950s, to describe two fundamentally contrasting theories towards the nature of work and human motivation. "Theory X" is the view that workers basically do not want to work, and will do anything to avoid it; the essential business of management is therefore to use a combination of threats and rewards to keep their workers at work. "Theory Y" is the view that work is in fact as natural to human behavior as play or rest; management can thus function best by harnessing this natural human tendency to make the workers' own work.motivations harmonize with the needs of the organization.
The following report is a survey of McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y: their origins, their content and assumptions, their origins and place in broader human psychology, and their effect.."
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Criminological Theories, 2005.
A review and discussion regarding four different criminal theories: differential association theory, strain theory, routine activity theory, and a feminist theory.
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This paper examines four critical theories that have been developed in order to study criminal behavior in human societies. Each of the theories discussed in this paper have been chosen from a wide list of options and are part of a separate classification group. The four theories that this paper identifies are differential association theory, strain theory, routine activity theory, and a feminist theory.
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"Criminology is a wide field devoted to the theoretical study of crime, of its causes, of its relationship to the law, and of its relationship to human communities. In a way, crime affects all human societies at very fundamental levels. That such a powerful force should spawn a critical discipline devoted to its study is not surprising. Once it became an academic discipline it is even less surprising that critics and theorists have been unable to agree upon a theoretical framework that encompasses all aspects of criminology. Instead, criminology has been divided, over the years, into a number of critical theories that sometimes complement one another and other times are at odds with each other."
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Theories of Communication, 2007.
This paper provides an overview of the nine theories of communication.
4,069 words (approx. 16.3 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 109.95
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In this article, the writer deals with a detailed overview of the nine theory categories as stated in the works of S.W. Littlejohn regarding communication. The theories and sub-theories involved with each of the nine categories of communication theories are discussed, as well as the premises and important concepts of each theory. The writer notes that the theories in the nine sections on Littlejohn's comprehensive guide allow for more understanding and interpretation into the vast subject of communication. The writer points out that they add to an already great database of academic knowledge that will ultimately lead to greater understanding of the most basic human tool, communication. The writer maintains that this detailed guide is the best way to understand and explain these communication theories.
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Introduction
Theory
Communication Theories: System Theory
Information Theory
Cybernetics
Communication Theories: Signs and Language
Semantic Theory
Syntactic Theory
Communication Theories: Discourse
Communication Theories: Message Production
Communication Theories: Message Reception
Communication Theories: Symbolic Interaction, Structuration, and Convergence
Communication Theories:Social & Cultural Reality
Communication Theories: Experience and Interpretation
Critical Theories
Conclusion
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"It is important to understand the function that theory has in communication. According to Cohen, the main purpose of any theory is to create a solution for a problem. Theories should therefore, primarily aim to solve problems. This means that the theory presented and used for a certain purpose can be evaluated by determining the importance of the problem that it addresses and the ability of the solution to solve the problem."
"In general it is accepted that theories address a few types of problems. They are, according to Laudan, empirical problems and conceptual problems, as well as the category named by Cohen as practical problems."
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Learning Theories, 2007.
A comparison of Albert Bandura's environmental learning theory with the developmental theory and the writer's own theories.
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This paper presents a discussion about learning theories, with a focus on Albert Bandura and his development of the environmental learning theory. The paper then explores the developmental theory and the environmental theory and discusses the cross-over between the two. The paper finally explains how Bandura's theories and beliefs compare to the writer's theories and teaching approach.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Theories
The Developmental Theory
Environmental Learning Theory
Crossover
Albert Bandura
The Author's Theory and Teaching Practices
Conclusion
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"The theory of Bandura most closely fits this author's approach as the classroom is cleared of distractions. This will help the student pay attention. Any unnecessary noise is eliminated and the windows are covered with artwork to allow light in but not distract students to watch outside. The students are taught the lessons using various imagery and other elements to help students retain what they have learned.
They are motivated to learn and retain the information by the reward and incentive system set up. Those who do well on the lessons and the tests are provided choices of extra computer time, ice cream passes for the lunch room or homework passes to be able to skip a day of homework. Motivation occurs not only by winning such incentives but the students see their peers attain them and are motivated to try doing so too."
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Theories of Criminology, 2006.
This paper compares theories of criminology.
1,545 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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This paper explains that criminologists believe that all theories that attempt to explain criminal behavior must contain dimensions relating to the society's conception of criminal behavior, some type of treatment and a particular research methodology. The author focuses on the biological theory, the psychological theory, the feminist theory and integrated theory, all of which share many similarities and differences while supporting each other in relation to the causes of crime and criminal activity. The paper concludes that the overall causation of criminal behavior does not draw upon only one of the theories in this paper; however, the integrated theory helps to fill in the gaps created by other theories and may help to shed new light on how the other theories might be improved.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Specific Criminological Theories
The Biological Theory
The Psychological Theory
The Feminist Theory
The Integrated Theory
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"In essence, this approach leans heavily toward reinforcement, or in other words, "positive reinforcement or reward which increases the likelihood of the behavior which follows." Obviously, the psychological theory supports the assumption that genetics, particularly regarding brain development, is closely tied to criminal behavior and motivations; however, the psychological approach to crime causation contradicts itself in many ways, especially when one considers that fact that "all aggressive persons are not criminals and all criminals are not aggressive.""
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Nursing Theories, 2002.
An overview of two nursing theories - the Levine Theory and the Erickson, Tomlin and Swain Theory.
932 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper first provides an overview of two theories relating to nursing. The Levine Theory is a conceptual model, with the focus on every nurse-patient interaction being a unique situation to be resolved in an individualized fashion. On the other hand, the paper shows that the Erickson, Tomlin and Swain Theory (also known as Modeling and Role-Modeling), focuses on the person receiving the nursing care rather than on the nurse, the care or the disease. The paper compares and contrasts the two theories in a clinical situation and finally proposes two research questions relating to the theories.
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"Nursing is defined as holistic helping of self-care, which includes nurturance and unconditional acceptance. People are viewed as different in their uniqueness and alike in their needs for growth and affiliated-individuation. Nursing is viewed as a facilitator to help the person identify, develop, and use their strengths. For this theory, the word client, one who is involved in their own care, is used rather than the word patient, one who is given treatment. Health is optimal states of physical, mental, and social well-being rather than absence of disease only."
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