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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.
Table of Contents:
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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Five Forces Theory and Strategic Planning, 1999.
Analyzes the validity of Michael Porter's theory as applied to corporate management. Includes an example (Netscape) and lists the five forces (suppliers, buyers, new entrants, substitution and competitive rivalry). Includes charts.
2,925 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 7 sources, $ 103.95
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The Validity of using Michael Porter's Five Forces Analyze in Modern Corporate Strategic Planning
The Aim of the Analysis
In 1980, a Harvard economist, Michael Porter published a book called Competitive Advantage in which he analyzed the different ways in which companies can win long-term competitive advantage. The primary thrust of the book (at least the part which has been quoted for so long that it has become a management mantra) is Porter's "Five Forces Theory." In this Five Forces model, Porter assumed that companies, when planning strategic survival, must do so within the framework of five forces: the force of suppliers, the force of buyers, the force of potential ..."
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"The Validity of using Michael Porter's Five Forces Analyze in Modern Corporate Strategic Planning
The Aim of the Analysis
In 1980, a Harvard economist, Michael Porter published a book called Competitive Advantage in which he analyzed the different ways in which companies can win long-term competitive advantage. The primary thrust of the book (at least the part which has been quoted for so long that it has become a management mantra) is Porter's "Five Forces Theory." In this Five Forces model, Porter assumed that companies, when planning strategic survival, must do so within the framework of five forces: the force of suppliers, the force of buyers, the force of potential ..."
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Theories and Principles for Planning and Enabling Learning, 2008.
An assessment of the implications of the use of major theories in educational psychology in literacy teaching and how these theories are implemented to evaluate and reflect on ways to improve teaching practices to English speaking students.
3,223 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 92.95
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The paper discusses in detail the current approaches to the manner in which people learn and of the classification of these groups. It states there are many theories on learning and how people learn and that there are elements of cross over between many of the theories. The paper explores the factors that can influence the way people learn in relation to learning theories.
Outline:
Introduction
Behaviourism
Learning environment
How this theory relates to my own practice and communication
Cognitive development
Learning environment
How this theory relates to my own practice and communication
Humanism
Learning environment
How this theory relates to my own practice and communication
Gestalt
Learning environment
How this theory relates to my own practice and communication
Ways in which theories and principles of learning and communication will apply to promote inclusive practice
Conclusion
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"To communicate effectively to all of my learners, I will always bear the Hierarchy of Needs in mind when lesson planning by providing adequate support and resources, including help, respect, and encouragement to assist the various learning styles and domains. This will include sensory learning experiences using facts and general concepts relating to their own culture and background, visual and verbal prompting, experiential learning and time for evaluation and analysis through active reflection, in a detailed structured way "
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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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An Analysis of the Conquered Province Theory in US History, 2002.
Covers the Secessionist theory of the South that planned on dividing the country in half over the slavery issue.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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The main elements of the seccessionist theory will be given in this paper for the understanding of this complex issue and will tell us what different states thought of the matter. By analyzing some of the details of the Theory of cession by some of its creators, we can understand the complex situation of the South before and after the Civil War.
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MAIS: Theory and Strategic Application, 2008.
An analysis of the theory, application, planning and control of management accounting information systems (MAIS) for an organization.
1,681 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper discusses the theory and strategic application of management accounting information systems (MAIS). It looks at how MAIS can generate a sustainable competitive advantage for an organization. It then discusses model specifications for MAIS, as well as strategic planning and control. Finally, the paper looks at strategic cost management factors for MAIS.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
MAIS and Strategic Management
MAIS Theory and Application
MAIS Model Specification
Strategic Planning and Control
Strategic Cost Management Factors
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"Production frontier factors are divided into four measures: 1) a productivity change ratio dependent on changes in the use of variable and fixed cost inputs, 2) a capacity utilization change ratio that is dependent on changes in deviations between actual outputs and capacities, 3) output mix change ratio dependent on changes in the volumes of actual outputs, and finally, 4) a price recovery change ratio that is dependent on changes in output and input prices (Bhimani, 2003, p.89). The actual form these MAIS structures take may vary across MAIS applications but their true strategic management functionality does not in terms of functionality. These ratios are constructed so that their associated values are driven solely by deviations between relevant variables within and between time periods and according to exogenous variables that managers must consider when determining strategic decisions or endogenous variables that managers opt to select."
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Graph Theory and Road Redesign, 2004.
This paper explores the ways in which graph theory can be joined to computer simulation programs to make the planning stages of road redesign more efficient and more accurate.
5,240 words (approx. 21.0 pages), 31 sources, APA, $ 130.95
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This paper explains that graphs allow for a simplification of the real world, doing away with extraneous details without sacrificing any information necessary for the task. The author points out that graph theory is the best tool to use to solve the problem of road conversion because it is the most parsimonious. The assumptions made by graph theory more closely than any other model or theory match the real-world conditions. The paper states that, in converting roads, the effect in the real world will be a disruption of what had been the shortest paths between different points, and urban planners will include some consideration of shortest path issues. Tables and figures.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Graph Theory as the Basis for Conversion of Two-Way Roads
Undirected Graphs to Digraphs
Reachability Problem
Shortest Path Problem
Importance of Simulation
Comment on Validity of Data
Conclusion
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"The specific shortest path method that is most useful in this particular type of problem is Pallottino?s graph growth algorithm with two queues. It must be emphasized that the determination of the shortest path algorithms is perhaps the most important component of any network analysis. It is also quite often the first step in any network analysis as the determination of the shortest path is often needed as a key datum in making later choices."
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Human Resource Planning At American Express, 1995.
A 1995 American Express human resources (HR) strategy, with company history, HR theory, staff planning, workforce forecasting, case study and theory and recommendations.
3,600 words (approx. 14.4 pages), 6 sources, $ 127.95
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"INTRODUCTION
The company to be considered is American Express, and the subject of human resources planning or staff planning will be examined in terms of achieving greater organizational effectiveness by aligning the staff and staff planning with the overall business strategy of the company. American Express had a solid reputation and a strong position in the marketplace, but more recently the company has experienced problems based on competition from various credit card services, other financial institutions, and changes in the economy. Some of the company's problems have been directly related to the labor force and to ideas about downsizing and creating a more competitive company structure.
Human resources have to be considered in terms of the ..."
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The Cognitive Theory, 2004.
An analysis of the cognitive theory's application to instructional planning and delivery.
1,242 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper discusses the cognitive theory of learning. The paper explains that the cognitive theory takes into account the individual and collective needs in the learning environment. The paper contends that if full subscription is given to this theory, then educators and students must seek to understand the natural learning abilities and disabilities and address those through diverse teaching and learning strategies such as techniques that accommodate all learning modalities. The paper assesses that the physical environment is critical if the delivery of information is to effectively occur. The paper states that the classroom must be accommodating to the teacher as well as the students as learning is a multi sensory process that few can take part in through a one-dimensional method.
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"Cognitive theory is a staple in the study of human development, particularly child development. Theorists such as John Piaget sought to define this theory based on the observations of children in their natural environments. The school settings is a staple in a child's social and intellectual development and as a result of this research implications for theoretical use in teaching and instruction from both the teacher and student standpoint cover areas such as the delivery of learning materials as well as the level and type of classroom management that must be executed."
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Organizational Analysis Theory, 2000.
A development of the theory for the analysis of an organization in the context of corporate strategic planning including models, assessment plan, firm classifications, etc.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 8 sources, $ 47.95
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"A Theory For the Analysis of an Organization Within the Context of Corporate Strategic Planning
Introduction
This research develops a theory for the analysis of an organization in relation to corporate strategic planning and for the preparation of a report based on such analysis. The major components of such an analysis should be (1) an industry and market assessment, (2) an assessment of the firm?s capabilities, and (3) a business opportunity assessment.
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ndustry and Market assessment
In this segment of the analysis, (1) industry and market characteristics, and (2) an analysis of the industry within the context of Porter?s five-forces framework should be included.
Industry and Market Characteristics..."
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Differential Association-Reinforcement Theory, 2005.
This paper discusses the application of the sociological process theory of differential association-reinforcement theory in social policy initiatives for juvenile justice.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper examines the use of the differential association-reinforcement theory to help re-adapt juvenile delinquents into new reward systems. The author points out the the plans of the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP to observe this practical policy initiative for interacting and guiding families to support the children for environment reconstruction. The paper relates that this aspect of the learning theory proves the validity of giving hope to youths, who have become criminalized by peers or crime organizations, to find a new way of life.
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"This sociological study will examine the role of sociological process theory within the policy formation initiatives that are now being used within social criminological programs. By understanding the theories that present these initiatives, one can realize how theory implicates policy in society. Also, addressing how social development theories play into Differential-Association-Reinforcement will be evaluated to show how effective this theory is in developing policies for institutions. The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) uses a social development process for "preventing delinquency; intervening in early delinquent behavior, and responding to serious, violent and chronic offending" (254). In this manner, the process of rewards and punishments are being implemented to help families become more aware of how they teach their children, and what environment they are learning delinquency."
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Dorothea Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory of Nursing, 2008.
A look at the benefit, barriers and challenges of Dorothea Orem's self-care deficit theory of nursing as applied to the author's workplace.
2,868 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 85.95
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In this paper, the author discusses the purpose and rationale for using Dorothea Orem's self-care deficit theory of nursing (S-CDTN) in her women's health practice and the development of a plan to implement the self-care deficit theory in the author's workplace. The author also discusses possible barriers and challenges to implementation, presents evaluation criteria and critique of S-CDTN, and provides examples of S-CDTN relevant to the author's workplace.
Outline:
Theory Overview
Rational for Selecting Theory
Barriers and Challenges to Implementing Orem's Theory
Evaluation Criteria and Results
Theory Critique
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"Dorothea Orem, first published in 1971, developed her nursing theory independent of the medical model focusing on the autonomy of nursing practice and provided a link of relevant nursing knowledge to the requisites of clients needing health-related care (Koenig Blais, Hayes, Kozier, & Erb, 2002, chap. 6). The self-care deficit theory "expresses and develops the reasons why persons require nursing care" (Dennis, 1997, p. 11). The core of this theory and the first of the three theory components is self-care/dependent care. Her self-care theory focused on the recipient of nursing care versus the nurse provider. Self-care encompasses learned activities natural to all adults as they respond to internal and external (environment) input. Dependent care is actions the individual performs on behalf of children or adults due to health deviations or developmental age (Dennis, 1997, chap. 2). "
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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.
Outline:
Abstract
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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