"This paper shall examine three memorable quotations provided by the somewhat inscrutable protagonist of Ayn Rand? 1957 classic, Atlas Shrugged. The p...
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Abstract "This paper shall examine three memorable quotations provided by the somewhat inscrutable protagonist of Ayn Rand? 1957 classic, Atlas Shrugged. The paper argues that Gault's quotations are intended to underscore Rand's own conclusion that the de-sanctification of private property, free-market competition, human ingenuity and creativity and, not least of all, societal standards of excellence will lead to tribalism, wide-scale mediocrity and inefficiency, and will excise a society of its essential vitality. In an age where big government remains an ever-present danger, Rand? work has lost none of its importance."
From the Paper The world that Ayn Rand crafts for us in Atlas Shrugged is a deeply disturbing one in which individual thought and creativity has been suppressed to such an extent that society itself has stopped moving forward. This paper reviews Rand's work by exploring three passages found on our assignment worksheet in which his views about the society he has fled are delineated. The importance of these passages to the text's underlying themes will be discussed in their appropriate sections. However, it may be said that Rand's John Gault, the man who effectively stopped the motor of the world, is the diabolical seer whose vision leads to a society of cynical indifference, mistrust, and spiritual vacuity. The story begins with Eddie Willers in a heated discussion with President James Taggart, of Taggart Transcontinental.
A comparison of two stock exchanges: the American Stock Exchange (AMEX) and the National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations System (NASDAQ).
Abstract This paper compares the various features of the American Stock Exchange (AMEX) and National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations System (NASDAQ) stock exchanges, which are both very active exchanges. It analyzes the operational differences between the two and also presents the positive, as well as negative aspects of both.
Table of Contents:
Amex (American Stock Exchange)
NASDAQ (National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations System)
Similarities
Differences
The Worldcom Scandal
From the Paper "In contrast to the AMEX market, the NASDAQ employs an electronic listing of competing dealer quotes in which each dealer continually posts firm bids and ask quotes on an electronic screen. [2] There is no central limit order book on NASDAQ, although limit orders may be left with individual broker-dealers. However limit orders on NASDAQ do not drive the posted quotes since dealers are not required to consider limit orders in setting their quotes. Also, the effect of dealer competition is reduced by rules allowing directed order flow to less competitive dealers who agree to meet the best quotes. NASDAQ dealers can not rely on the limit orders of other investors and must post firm bid and ask quotes for minimum 1000 shares. Since NASDAQ dealers have monetary incentive to revise their quotes immediately following public announcements, even in the absence of trades."
This paper discusses Alan Hunt's quotation that "Law is the vehicle through which modern society worships itself" and whether it is reflected in the beliefs of Emile Durkheim.
Abstract This essay explores the validity of Alan Hunt's quotation, "Law is the vehicle which modern society worships itself" with regard to Emile Durkheim's analysis of the differing role of crime and punishment and the role they are thought to have played in ancient and modern societies. The paper makes the analysis in an attempt to identify whether Alan Hunt's quotation is an accurate reflection of Durkheim's theory.
From the Paper "Thus modern society realises the importance of themselves as an individual and therefore others as individuals. Thus, this idea of the individual relating to another individual suggests the ability for the individual of modern society to more closely identify and therefore be more considerate towards other individuals. Laws are therefore established to protect each individual even though the individual may not directly identify with such a law. For example, if individualism did not exist, as most of the Members of Parliament are white, they would has no regard for the difficulties ethnic minorities face in England, and might therefore have dismissed the law. Individualism enables awareness and empathy for other individuals, thus ensuring that law is the vehicle which enables modern society to 'worship' itself (as in each individual person) rather than worshipping a deity which leads to the 'conscience collective' attacking those who blaspheme against it without constraint due to the fact that they cannot directly relate to the deity they seek to defend."
Abstract Historians approach the subject of history from different perspectives and interpret their findings according to underlying beliefs, attitudes, methodologies and even ideologies. Whatever method is used is usually found to be adequate and most correct by the person using it, but not all methods are equal. This paper examines two quotations regarding history and the study of history to show different views of what history is and how it is to be analyzed - "The history of the world is but the biography of great men" (Scottish historian, Thomas Carlyle) and "The history of all hitherto existing society is the history of class struggle" (German political philosopher, Karl Marx).
From the Paper "The kind of history envisioned by Carlyle would focus on individual leaders and their exploits as the subject matter of history and would define how history is studied. The lives of great men would be examined in detail, and the events of their lives would be attributed to their actions as warriors, statesmen, political leaders, and so on. History is organized around this idea when we talk of different regimes, as when we order British history according to the succession of kings and speak of different eras as Elizabethan, Victorian, Edwardian, and so on."
This paper compares the writing styles of Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein?" with Harper Lee's "To Kill a Mocking Bird" to demonstrate the way both authors used language by taking different approaches.
Abstract This paper explains that Harper Lee's "To Kill a Mockingbird" is well-crafted, using language that suits the mind of child. The author points out that, in contrast to Lee's style in "To Kill a Mocking Bird", Shelley has a more complex style of writing as demonstrated in her language use, sentence structure, and higher-level vocabulary. The paper shows that both Shelley and Lee make use of quotations; however, Lee's descriptions of scenes and the metaphors she uses indicate a skill that she exhibits to a greater extent in her book.
From the Paper "Harper Lee's descriptions in "To Kill a Mockingbird" are quite plain as compared to those of Shelley?s. In her following words this fact is exemplified when she describes Maycomb as "an old town, but it was a tired old town when I first knew it. In rainy weather the streets turned to red slop; grass grew on the sidewalks, the courthouse sagged in the square". The words that she has used here are direct and straightforward. They are easy to comprehend, even for school-aged children."
Abstract This paper explains that Jean Baudrillard's quotation refers to the commitment of contemporary American fiction to the pleasures and anxieties of consumer culture. The author states that this behavior is most fully exemplified in Bret Easton Ellis' "American Psycho" through his protagonist Patrick Bateman. The paper points out that the form of postmodernist texts, such as "American Psycho", opposes meta-narratives, which are the traditional method of writing. The author relates that the book's constant suggestion of boredom is often seen in other post modern art forms, such as the music of Talking Heads. The paper illuminates that Baudrillard's reference to "all life" is an over-generalization just as Patrick Bateman's conduct positions him at an extreme perimeter. The author concludes "American Psycho" contains a pertinent response to Baudrillard's resigned allusion to superficiality and the way in which many of people, not only psychopaths, actually live their lives.
From the Paper "Baudrillard's statement seems to have an air of ennui, or resignation, suggesting perhaps, that we have become immune to the reality of our emotions, being smothered (or embosomed, perhaps), by globalization. Notwithstanding Baudrillard's eminent status, (his Wikipedia page lists his academic achievements at some length), it would ill behoove us, as critics, to simply accept that this is, quite simply how things are, and that we might as well get used to it. Bateman, for this critic, gives the lie to Baudrillard's quote, which was originally published in his "Selected Writings" in 1988."
A literary and historical analysis of the appropriate levels of blame that should be affixed to Dido and Aeneas, two of the primary characters in Virgil's epic Latin poem "The Aeneid."
Abstract An analysis of the joint culpability of Dido and Aeneas, both of whom are responsible for their illicit relationship and yet who are also both victims of the forces of fate. This essay examines, by means of a close analysis of literary devices, Virgil's biased presentation of the story of Dido and Aeneas and offers an alternative reading that is nevertheless grounded in the text of "The Aeneid." Includes quotations from the Latin text (as well as English translations of these quotations) in support.
From the Paper "One of the most powerful natural human tendencies in reaction to any great trouble or tragedy is to attempt to assign blame. In searching for the causes of problems in life, we often try to blame the faults or shortcomings of others in order to absolve ourselves of guilt and set our minds and our consciences at ease. Even when considering tragedies or problems with which we have no personal connection, we feel an overwhelming urge to simplify, explain, and resolve the situation by affixing culpability. However, in doing so we frequently overlook extenuating circumstances and allow ourselves to succumb to narrow, biased interpretations of these circumstances. We simply cannot seem to accept the fundamental truth that in some of the greatest tragedies of life, everyone and yet no one is truly to blame. The story of Dido and Aeneas in Virgil's Aeneid epitomizes this truth; Dido and Aeneas are both equally to blame, and yet neither is truly deserving of blame because both were victims of fate and forces beyond their control."
Abstract This paper states that the objective of the research is to demonstrate that leadership development is actually a process that develops over many years and requires the support of education and training. The author points out that an important component of leadership is self-knowledge, which includes: Recognition of one's own strengths and weaknesses, the ability to take risks and recognition that mistakes are an opportunity for learning. This paper concludes that discussing one's ideas and values, developing a teachable point of view, and developing stories, which bring these views to life, are all learnable skills; therefore, it is clear that leadership is strongly linked to learning and education.
Table of Contents
Preface
Subject of Investigation
Needs, Interests and Problems Detected
Justification of the Thesis Theme
Objectives
General Information
Specifications (Methodology)
Goals
Introduction
Literature Review
Research throughout History
Early Approaches to Leadership Study
The Conceptualization
Transformational Leadership
Transformational Leadership Education
The Transformation of the Organization
Today's Views on Leadership
Birth Order: Research on Whether Leadership Is Genetic
Supporting Literature
Birth Order and Trait Theories of Leadership
Born or Made: The Debate
Authentic Leaders
Leaders and Leadership
Leadership Characteristics
Communication
Trust
Self-Knowledge
Diffused Leadership
Leadership Development
Case Studies
Examples of Leaders
Characteristics of Leaders as Defined by a Leader
Leadership: Cases of Leaders Who Learned Despite Disadvantages
African American Transformational Leaders
Introduction
Assessing Individuals for Transformational Leadership Qualities
Transformational Leadership Style
Leadership in Schools
Education and Leadership: A Strong Link
Three Keys for Leading
Leadership Quotations Quotations Discussion of Literature on Leadership
Current Leadership Research
Transformational Leadership
Skills-Authority
Organizational Issues
Transactional, Relational, Transformational and Charismatic
Levels of Leadership
Contingency Theories
Fiedler's Contingency Model
Conclusions and Recommendations
Dispelling the Myths
Myth #1: Leaders are Born, not made.
Myth #2: Real Leaders are Effective because of what they Know.
Myth #3: Effective Leadership is Scarce.
Interests of Leadership
Recommendations
Conclusion
From the Paper "There are five levels of leadership systems: the individual, small group relationships, teams, company-wide and intra-company. The best leaders will also manager their own leadership by utilizing the three basic types of leadership - directional (strategic leadership and determining where the organization will go), implementation (determining how the organization will make it to wherever it is headed) and interpersonal (involves the process of getting human resources behind organizational goals and objectives)- into their leadership strategy. Over the past several years, one of the most important contributions psychology has made to the field of business has been in determining the key traits of acknowledged leaders. Psychological tests have been used to determine what characteristics are most commonly noted among successful leaders. This list of characteristics can be used for developmental purposes to help managers gain insight and develop their leadership skills."
Abstract This paper explains that, in M. Bulgakov's "The Heart of a Dog", the theme of deification leads into 'the crux of the professor's tragedy', which is found in the Bulgakovian principle that creation always has undertones of its anti-thesis, anti-creation. The author describes Preobrazhenskii as a victim because, by the end of the book, he is visibly older (quotation in Russian) and he speaks in a voice that is (quotation in Russian) clearly deranged. The paper relates that the language used in the book is akin to that of the murderous act taking place - 'shouts', 'swoops', 'pierces' and 'plunges'; the professor 'growls', 'roars' and 'hisses' as he clenches his teeth. Written in English with many quotes in Russian throughout the paper and in the footnotes, most without translation.
From the Paper "Sharik, at the beginning of this novel, is a trustworthy character. He displays a broad range of qualities, which endear him to the reader - an infectious humour, a sense of moral awareness and a sense of wisdom uncannily advanced for a dog . He cuts across boundaries that are commonly assumed to separate the human world from the animal world. Consequently, the reader sympathizes with Sharik and feels trust and affection for him. Preobrazhenskii is described by Sharik as if he had a halo cast over him. In sharp contrast to this description of Preobrazhenskii is the portrayal of the act of the operation."
Abstract This paper explains that e-commerce or e-business (electronic commerce), which followed the birth of the Internet, is defined as any form of business transaction in which the parties interact electronically rather than by physical exchanges or direct physical contact. The author points out that e-commerce began in 1968 with Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) standards, which allowed different companies to perform electronic dealings with one another but without any guarantee that companies had the same transactions capabilities; however, in 1984, the ASC X12 standards were established, which guaranteed conformity creating an escalation in e-commerce. The paper includes listings comparing advantages and disadvantages and B2B and B2C, many statistical tables and several long quotations, including embedded quotations.
From the Paper "In the U.S. alone, the growth of B2B and B2C e-commerce went into the billions from 2001 to 2005. But these are media the started with surfing the Net on the PC. Another evolution to e-commerce is the m-commerce or the mobile commerce which is the buying and selling of goods and services through wireless handheld devices such as cellular telephone and personal digital assistants (PDAs). Known as next-generation e-commerce, m-commerce enables users to access the Internet without needing to find a place to plug in."
Tags: standardization, revolution, b2b, b2c, global
Abstract This paper explain that, in deciding how to interpret Franz Kafka's "Texte Zum Jager Gracchus Thema", the most obvious clue appears in the title in word 'Gracchus', which has the same meaning as the Czech word 'Kavka', 'jackdaw'. The author suggests that at least some elements in the Jager Gracchus character are autobiographical. The paper points out that, in the cited quotation in German, that Kafka appears to be expressing his awareness of both the attraction and the dangers of searching his wound, or in other words, scrutinizing himself. The author stresses that, in "Texte Zum Jager Gracchus Thema", Kafka explores the existential concerns of the Jewish people who have lost their link with faith and thus also God. The paper includes many quotations in German.
From the Paper "The dilemma here is clearly that of Kafka; while he has a job, he is the Burgermeister, responsible for the angst of the Jager Gracchus who is neither living nor dead as a result of the lack of commitment on Burgermeister's part. The Jager Gracchus knows that the Burgermeister cannot remain in Riva, ''Es gibt hier nur zwei ... Du bist auf" He would be taking the wrong turn himself if he pretended that he could remain in this hedonistic, sensual (woman breast feeding baby, people doing normal stuff) paradise of Riva. He can't."
This paper examines two articles "Giftedness and the Gifted: What's It All About?" by anonymous and "Creative Strategies for Teaching Language Arts to Gifted Students" by Joan Franklin Smutny.
Abstract The paper addresses the topic of giftedness by referring to two articles "Giftedness and the Gifted: What's It All About?" by anonymous and "Creative Strategies for Teaching Language Arts to Gifted Students" by Joan Franklin Smutny. The paper summarizes both articles and provides a quotation from them. The paper also highlights the most salient point of the articles and relates the author's personal reflections on both articles.
From the Paper "Gifted children are often talked about in educational circles - but how do we actually define gifted children? The article "Giftedness and the gifted: What's it all about?" offers a range of answers to that question. While the sheer breadth of the range may initially seem a little daunting, it is possible to discern sufficient commonalities that the varying definitions seem to hang together, casting light one upon the other. In addition, the checklist of general characteristics offers a quick reference for the busy teacher to identify gifted children in the classroom. This is a pragmatic article and a pragmatic approach, recommending for example that teachers do not become bogged down in the concept of intelligence. Finally, there is a useful section on the use of words that are sometimes associated with giftedness. This article shows that some of these are useful, and some are not. All in all, this is a useful article for both teachers and parents."
Abstract This paper explores the biography, literary style, and life's work of Harlem Renaissance writer Zora Neale Hurston. It includes quotation from her work and sociological commentary. Much of the paper is a personal response to Hurston's work, which talks of her in glowing terms.
From the Paper "Such was the case last month as I lay amidst a rustling pile of pages, perusing the leaves of American memory and writing in study for another exam. Although a few gems presented themselves and leant their sparkle to what sometimes became a tedious pursuit, (Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God is more effective than warm milk or melatonin, by the way), it was during this endeavor that the spirit of Zora Neale Hurston delighted me. She spoke of passion, of strength and of the simple delight of being human. She brushed aside the convention and regret, suspicion and pettiness that shackle human souls of all colors as if she were shooing away a fly. Although chance characteristics of race and gender affect her experience, Zora's passion and dignity transcend the pigeonholes of "colored" or "female". Her wonder in the essay How It Feels to Be Colored Me became my delight, as I reveled in sharing her dance and her enjoyment of herself. It is her humanity and her strength that make this piece so remarkable, flavored by her physical being, but not ruled by it, she uses this delightful dignity as well as potent imagery to reveal what is best in her, and in us."
Abstract This paper is fairly theoretical but it uses common close reading techniques on both the primary and secondary texts of "The Canterbury Tales" to exam issues of sexuality and class in the Knight's Tale and the Miller's Tale. The Canterbury tales text used was not translated so the quotations are still in Chaucerian English.
From the Paper " In, The History of Sexuality, Volume I: An Introduction, Michel Foucault writes of the seventeenth century as ?the beginning of an age of repression emblematic of what we call the bourgeois societies (17).? Thus placing Chaucer and The Canterbury Tales decidedly before this ?age of repression,? in a time when ?sexual practices had little need of secrecy; words were said without undue reticence, and things were done without too much concealment,? when, ? one had a tolerant familiarity with the illicit (Foucault 3).? With this historical demarcation in mind I would like to consider the erotic triangles dealt with in the first two stories of The Canterbury Tales and how they relate to expressions of a class-conscious male sexuality. To do this I will be drawing heavily on the introduction and first chapter of Eve Sedgwick's seminal text, Between Men: English Literature and Male Homosocial Desire, for a theoretical and critical base.Specifically I will be looking at the climactic moments of these first two tales (the Knight's and the Miller?s) to analyze how the problematic erotic triangles are worked out between the two men involved, and comparing the way class difference makes itself apparent."
Abstract This essay compares teaching with artistry, defining each term and drawing comparisons. The author uses quotations from an extensive range of research material to support this comparison. The essay also explores the notion of a teaching philosophy, discussing several examples. The primary focus of the paper is teaching in drama. The paper emphasizes the classroom as a safe haven for students and amount of learning done by a teacher in the process of teaching.
From the Paper "Within the drama classroom I strive to always treat every student with the respect owing to them both as people and as artists. I therefore endeavor to value all students' contributions to the creative process."
