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Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), 2008.
This paper explores the theory of planned behavior (TPB) by reviewing a journal article that modeled this theory and by applying TPB to the activities of American soldiers at the Abu Gharib prison in Iraq.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 46.95
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This paper presents a review of a journal article that modeled the theory of planned behavior and used an experiment-related exercise to show the facets of the theory. Also, the paper uses a very public example that was presented in the media to show the applicability of the theory of planned behavior to explain human behavior. The example chosen was the activities of American soldiers at the Abu Gharib prison in Iraq. The paper concludes with an interpersonal example that is linked to the major hypothesis of the theory of planned behavior.
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Introduction
Journal Article Analyzed: Modeling the Theory of Planned Behavior and Past Behavior
Mass Media Example of the Theory of Planned Behavior: Abu Ghraib Prison Behavior
Personal Interpersonal Example of the Theory of Planned Behavior
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"According to Stannard, Zimbardo's study showed that prisons are an institution that are designed to change the psychological make-up of the occupants; what is not clear, is how it affects other occupants, that are their by choice, most notably the guards. Stannard uses Zimbardo's study to state that prisons present an environment where the power differential is so uneven that it presents an environment for abuse, which is prisoners are powerless, while, guards have complete control and complete power."
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Theory of Planned Behavior, 2006.
A paper describing Icek Ajzen' psychosocial description of human behavior, referred to as the theory of planned behavior.
1,074 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 37.95
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This paper explains the basic assumptions underlying Ajzen's theory of planned behavior and its objectives. The paper asserts that, while the theory is a well-constructed explanation of human behavior with significant strengths, it also has weaknesses, beginning with the premise upon which it is based. Finally, the paper looks at how the theory of planned behavior can be used successfully in the nursing profession.
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"The theory of planned behavior (TPB) rests on two assumptions: that humans are rational beings and as such make use of information to guide their actions and; that individuals determine the implications of future actions before engaging in them. The objectives of TPB are not only to explain behavior but also to predict and modify it. It states that intent is the most important determinant of one's actions. Intention is comprised of an individual's attitude toward a particular situation and its corresponding environmental pressures, called subjective norms. A third antecedent to action, labeled perceived behavioral control, is one's estimation of the ease or difficulty involved in carrying out a particular task. TPB claims that positive attitudes and subjective norms along with greater perceived control increase the likelihood of one's intention to act."
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The Elderly and the Theory of Planned Behavior, 2008.
A review of a journal article that modeled the theory of planned behavior and used an experiment related exercise to show the facets of the theory.
945 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 33.95
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This paper presents a review of the article "Does the theory of planned behavior elements mediate the relationship between perceived constraints and intention to participate in physical activities? A study among older individuals" by A. Konstantinos, B. Vasilis, and T. Charalampos. The paper focuses on how the article effectively uses qualitative research to understand a particular aspect of human development within an empirical human development study. The paper also attempts to determine whether the article was conducted within the necessary specific criteria for qualitative research. The paper concludes that the article seems to have followed the necessary specific requirements, although certain elements remain somewhat questionable.
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"The results of the model showed that given the facets of the TPB, participants' behavior and attitude towards exercise was significantly correlated with the actual amount of exercise undertaken. The predictive aspect of the TPB was also validated by the participants who were contacted after the initial study. Overall, this conclusion was validated by triangulating the data, since the human development experiment was to test a very well known theory - theory of planned behavior, and the authors validated this result with other known experiments and the original empirical construct. The literature review conducted was comprehensive and gave a clear picture of what this particular article was adding to the literature, however, the necessary use of different sources, methods, and investigations was rather comprehensive."
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Behavior Management Plans, 2008.
A discussion on the effect that individualized behavior management plans have on the education of disturbed children.
1,305 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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This paper looks at whether individualized behavior management plans along with a consistent classroom management system can improve target behaviors of emotionally or behaviorally disturbed children. After a review of the literature on the topic, the paper then concludes that emotion or behavioral disabilities have profound effects on the child's ability to learn; as a result, a positive system of rewards in a classroom management setting contributes to the disturbed child's academic success.
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Introduction
Literature Review
Conclusion
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"This older research also suggested that when teachers see that students are taking responsibility for learning by initiating productive reading activities, they will reward students with increased responsibility and opportunities to be self-directed. However, recent research does not mirror the findings of the early research. Finney and Schraw (2003) conducted two experiments on the effect of choice on cognitive and affective engagement during reading. In both experiments, students who selected what they read were compared to students who were assigned their reading material. Both experiments found that unrestricted choice increased positive affective reactions and self-reported interest in reading but had no effect on various cognitive measures of engagement. Finally, their study results suggest that the effect of choice may depend on the types of tasks being investigated."
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Adolescent Television Behavior and Actual Behavior, 2002.
Examination of adolescent behavior as depicted on television; compared with actual adolescent behavioral patterns.
4,838 words (approx. 19.4 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 123.95
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This study uses content analysis to examine adolescent television drama program behavior as compared to actual adolescent behavioral statistics from the National Center for Health Statistics. Issues of sexual behavior, alcohol usage and drug usage were analyzed. This work contributes to cultivation theory; the culmination of similar messages on fictional adolescent television drama programs re-enforces impressions that are not based on reality.
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"Media can be described in many ways and forms. It is the dissemination of news, events, and information as well as a portrayal of America. It contains movies, sitcoms, dramas, comedies, news, and world events that all shape our reality of what the world is. Television more specifically is so popular because its function is to be a mirrored image of what America is, its beliefs, and ideas. Because it performs this function, it is considered entertainment. This industry is a multi-billion dollar industry that centers around two words: money and people. It does not necessarily have to be accurate for people to believe it. People will believe what they find to be interesting whether it is true or not, based upon no actual proof. This is why the media can get away with straying from the truth, because people do not care whether what they absorb is true. Truth is a very powerful concept that most people take too lightly. Most people will not admit that what they watch on television, hear on the radio, or read in the newspaper affects them. However, it has been proven through the cultivation theory that this effect is present, it does occur, and it subsequently affects the way a country perceives itself. This is how the media ultimately controls the power of thought."
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Sponsorship Effectiveness, 2008.
An in-depth study measuring the effectiveness of television sponsorship in Singapore in relation to a service-related product such as MasterCard.
13,458 words (approx. 53.8 pages), 57 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper presents a research study that measures the intention to purchase of sponsored product after watching a television program sponsored by MasterCard in Singapore. It ascertains the effectiveness of television sponsorship in Singapore, by predicting the intentions to purchase of sponsor's product or utilize sponsor's services using a modified version of the theory of planned behavior (TPB). Overall, the purpose of the study is to uncover the major influences on the decision to purchase a sponsor's product. Effectiveness of sponsorship has been measured in this thesis using the theory of planned behavior Both, theory of planned behavior and social identity are used to determine whether social identity adds explanatory value to the theory of planned behavior for sponsors.
Outline:
Introduction
Literature Review
methodology
Results and Discussion
Conclusion
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"The seventh question explored the relationship between intention to purchase and social identity (family). Question eight explores the relationship between social identity (friends) and intention to purchase. The answers of the respondents have been summarized in Table 8.1. Eighty Five (85) respondents asserted that it is "extremely likely" that for them to purchase a Master Card after watching the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) show sponsored by them is extremely important because of the support they have got from their friends. "
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Cesarean versus Planned Delivery at Term, 2008.
This paper discusses the article "Maternal Mortality and Severe Morbidity Associated with Low-risk Planned Cesarean Delivery versus Planned Vaginal Delivery at Term" by Liu, Shiliang, Liston, Robert M., Joseph, K.S., Heaman, Maureen, Sauve, Reg,
750 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 26.95
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In this article the writer reviews the scholarly article, "Maternal Mortality and Severe Morbidity Associated with Low-risk Planned Cesarean Delivery versus Planned Vaginal Delivery at Term", about the relative dangers of cesarean section versus vaginal delivery for women. The paper looks at the purpose of the study and summarizes the results. The writer then describes its strengths and weaknesses and outlines how such findings should be utilized in the future. In addition, two key questions that should guide future investigation are enumerated.
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Purpose of the study
Results of the study
Strengths of the study
Weaknesses of the study
How to use these findings in practice
Two questions for future research
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"The strengths of the study lie in the fact that few studies this writer has reviewed have been more comprehensive. To wit, the planned cesarean group comprised 46,766 women; for the planned vaginal delivery group, the figure was 2,292,420. Every bit as importantly, the study is longitudinal in nature. Specifically, the study encompasses a 14-year period - a length of time seemingly sufficient to ensure that curious aberrations or anomalies in particular years did not cause fundamental distortions in the findings of the study. Additionally, to ensure the validity of the data findings, the researchers employed adjusted odds ratio and confidence intervals; as well, the authors used multivariate analysis to control for "confounding variables" such as age, year of delivery, and elderly primigravidity - among other factors."
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Planned Parenting in the Philippines, 2008.
This study provides an applied anthropological analysis of family planning in the Philippines while assessing the role gender inequities play in family planning preferences.
3,712 words (approx. 14.8 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 102.95
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In this article, the writer of the paper explores planned parenting in the Philippines as it relates to gender equality rights and cultural preferences, using an anthropological perspective and analysis. The paper begins by outlining the evolution of family planning perceptions in the Philippines through recent history and defines how previous perceptions have influenced male and female responsibilities regarding planned parenting. The paper explores this subject using an applied anthropology approach, investigating human behavior and the applications it has to contemporary issues, in this case planned parenting. This approach offers a view of human behavior in the Philippines grounded in cultural exploration and actions resulting from such cultural investigation.
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Introduction
Background to Study
Evolution of Family Planning Perceptions in the Philippines
Overview 1990s and Beyond
Perceptions of Male-Female Responsibilities
Analysis and Conclusions
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"The results of the study suggest that historically family planning in the Philippines has been widely ignored despite increasing interest among women to limit the number of children they have.
"While recent initiatives have encouraged more emphasis on modern contraceptive use and methods of pregnancy prevention, recent decentralization of political policy has lead to little motivation for women to seek family planning alternatives and often resorting to abortion as a method of pregnancy prevention. Women seem to be the primary decision-makers when it comes to family planning, although in many cases husbands seem to object based on prenatal beliefs or concerns about the costs associated with family planning. This study also shows that healthcare providers consist largely of women in the Philippines with the exception of doctors, and most of these women often encourage women to engage in safe family planning practice. "
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Central Planned Economics, 2004.
Argues that centrally planned economies are destined to fail.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 23.95
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This paper argues that centrally planned economies are destined to fail. It looks at the distinction between free market economy and centrally planned economy. The paper examines market forces vs bureaucratic coordination and uses example of the Soviet era.
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"In the last few decades planned economies around the world have succumbed to the challenge of the free market. Before analyzing why this has happened we must understand the economic distinction between a free market economy and a planned economy. The free market on the one hand sings the siren song of self-regulation. If you allow companies to ..."
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Planned Parenthood vs. Birthright, 2004.
A comparison of two women's organizations in America that deal with family planning and birth advice.
1,142 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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This paper compares the benefits and advantages of Planned Parenthood and Birthright in order to assess which organization is better. The writer concludes that, even though Planned Parenthood provides a wider array of services and health care, Birthright is the better option for a women experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. Birthright provides friendship, support, non-judgmental encouragement, and endless help in a time of great need. It explains that, while Planned Parenthood provides many notable services to pregnant women, it does not provide a vulnerable woman a place to turn emotionally. Planned Parenthood just provides facts about the options for a pregnancy, including the ?easy way out?: abortion.
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"Many organizations provide care for women regarding their reproductive and sexual health. How is a woman experiencing the stress of an unplanned pregnancy to know which organization is the best choice for her? Even though each group provides many of the same services, many differences are evident when comparing each clinic on a point-by-point basis. Planned Parenthood and Birthright are two widely known and respected organizations that provide services to women in need of reproductive health-related care. While both have many similarities, their differences lie in their services provided, mission statements, and position on abortion."
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Planned Parenthood, 2004.
This paper concerns the Planned Parenthood organization in America.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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In this article the writer discusses the Planned Parenthood Federation of America. The writer explores the work done by this organization and looks at its mission statement. The writer also examines how and why the organization is under attack from the religious right.
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"The Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc. is the world's largest reproductive health care organization. Planned Parenthood believes in everyone's right to choose when or whether to have a child that every child should be wanted and loved and that women should be in charge of their own reproductive destinies. Planned Parenthood believes in reproductive self-determination and jealously safeguards an individual's right to privacy. The organization believes that reproductive self-determination contributes to an enhancement of the quality of life, strong family relationships and population stability. The stated mission ... "
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USSR Planned Economy, 2002.
An analysis of the economic planning system of the Soviet Union.
2,239 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 69.95
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This paper discusses the government management of the economy in the Soviet Union, through a State planning system. The defining features of the system are outlined, and the strengths and weaknesses of the Soviet planning system are presented. A comparison is provided of the Soviet market to other markets. The privatization of the banks is also explained. The paper examines the fall of the State central system in the USSR and describes the transition to the market system.
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"Economic planning was, in the Soviet Union, a pioneering form of economic management by the state, which became indispensable both during the transition from capitalism to socialism and in a socialist society. The Soviet government held that planning was based on a profound knowledge and application of objective socialist economic laws and that it was independent of all desires of individuals. The basic laws of this system defined the aim of economic production as the ?fullest satisfaction of the constantly rising material and cultural requirements of the population, using advanced technology to achieve continued growth and improvement of production? (Lavigne, p. 114). State central planning was viewed by the Soviet Union as the conscious application of economic laws designed to benefit the people through effective use of all natural resources and productive forces."
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Pre-planned Funerals, 2002.
A research design which examines how different people cope with death by pre-planning and paying for funerals.
2,895 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 85.95
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The proposed study consists of a quasi-experimental research design that addresses issues of whether or not pre-planning and pre-paying for final arrangements is perceived by survivors as a cost-effective way of reducing the escalating cost of such arrangements and whether or not survivors believe that pre-paying and pre-planning effectively prevents funeral homes from capitalizing upon the vulnerability of survivors by increasing costs for final arrangements.
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"It has been theorized that survivors commonly experience a wide range and variety of emotions attendant upon the death of a loved one or significant other (Bern-Klug, Ekerdt & Wilkinson, 1999). Among those emotions are shock, denial, and disorganization. Each of these emotions can contribute significantly to the stressfulness associated with making final arrangements for another person who has been of importance in the survivor's life (Leming & Dickinson, 1990). Other studies have suggested that more often than not, the person or group of people who are directly responsible for either making or overseeing final arrangements are typically in some state of crisis and likely to be overwhelmed by grief (Clark, 1987; Scheible Wolf, 1995). "
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Planned and Unplanned Change, 2003.
Summarizes three articles on the topic.
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Presents a consensus of all three articles that today's organizations experience change that is faster and more frequent due to the global business environment, technology, and changing consumer demands.
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"The three Internet articles obtained for this research all focus on change (planned or unplanned) management. In the article Managing Change (2002), the focus is on the difference between ..."
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