...After a while, you start believing your lie. For example, you are working on a science fair project with your best friend, and you agree to split the work. Your friend is very smart so you let her do all the work because you know she’s capable of it. When it’s time for a presentation, you don’t know any of the information, which is very embarrassing. It’s obvious you did no work. You tell everyone “I did the work, but I didn't get a chance to speak”, and you start believing your lie. This doesn't seem fair to your friend who basically did everything but got half-credit. Integrity means doing the right thing because it's the right thing to do. You definitely aren't forced to be honest, but honesty means success. Lying and agreeing with anything and everything somebody else says won't really get you anywhere in life. It's important to express your opinions and not cower in the shadows. Having integrity also includes giving and keeping promises. Essentially, if you know that you can't keep a promise, don't make one. Make careful, and smart decisions that you know you can follow up...
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...Honesty Essay Honesty is a very abstract word. It is defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary as “adherence to the facts; refusal to lie, steal or deceive in any way.” But, what does ‘honesty’ exactly mean? Some would say that honesty means not telling lies, not committing crimes or living a life according to what law says. To be honest, it is a manifestation of the truth, and the facts behind are just a consequence of being honest. In a simple way, honesty is not only to tell the truth, but also to live the truth. Prior to taking this course I had the notion honesty was something that was done to keep one out of trouble. Growing up my parents would always tell me honesty is the policy and truth will set your free. I believe it is hard for any child to be completely honest due to fear of the repercussions of their actions. Honesty is a virtue that should be taught to all children to ensure that they will grow up and be honest productive members of society. According to (Dr. Robinson, 2015) It is wrong to take the property of others without their consent, or to get any advantage from them by deception to concealment, or any false contrivance (plan or scheme). He who does this, or attempts to do it, or even desires to do it, is not honest. This course has taught me that honesty and truth go hand in hand. I try and stay true to my morals and be honest and tell the truth in every aspect of my life. In a person relationship it is definitely important to be honest with each other...
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...Kennesaw State University – Spring 2014 Department of Economics, Finance, and Quantitative Analysis ECON2200-Sec:W01 (CRN: 10999) - Principles of Macroeconomics Instructor: Murat Doral Office: BB456 Phone: 678-797-2656 KSU e-mail: mdoral@kennesaw.edu Office Hours MW 10:00am-12:30pm or by appointment. Required Textbook: Mankiw, Gregory N. Western/Cengage Learning, 2009. Principles of Economics, Fifth Edition, South- Course Description: Analysis of socioeconomic goals, money and credit systems, theories of national income, employment and economic growth. Course Prerequisites: ECON2100 and six (6) credit hours of MATH numbered 1101 or higher. Course Description: This course is an introduction to the formal study of macroeconomics. Macroeconomics involves the study of the economy as a whole. Topics that will be covered include national income determination, the general price level, interest rates, unemployment, and fiscal and monetary policies. The emphasis will be on genuine understanding of the material, and not on "memorization". (See last page of Syllabus for Course Learning Objectives.) Course Withdrawal Date and Policy: Last day to withdraw without academic penalty is Monday 03/03/2014. Students who wish to withdraw with a grade "W" must do so formally through the Registrar's Office on or before Monday 03/03/2014. Make-Up Exam Policy: No make-up exams will be administered during the semester. It is the student’s responsibility to check the course calendar and announcements...
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...Nicholas Hamilton Rhetoric 20 Amy J. February 17, 2015 The Irony in Nietzsche Friedrich Nietzsche writes in his essay “On Truth and Lies in a Nonmoral Sense” about the understandings of knowledge, truth, and morality. Interestingly the translation of the original title for Nietzsche’s work might have been “On Truth and Lie in the Extramoral Sense.” This is interesting because the translated version that is given for readers is “Nonmoral”; however another possible translation could have been “Extramoral” which shows that his writing may either be something not consistent with morality, but it may also be overly moral as well. Kenneth Burke writes in his work “Four Master Tropes”, about the tropes of metaphor, metonymy, synecdoche, and irony. He provides numerous definitions of irony as well as the three temptations of irony. Nietzsche’s writing and ideas about “truth and lies” are “ironic” based on the definition and examples Burke uses as well as the standard dictionary definition of irony. This irony accomplishes incongruity with what appears to be truth and lies and what it actually is; since there is no concrete truth, this is ironic in itself. Individuals often confuse and misuse the term ironic, but Kenneth Burke gives his opinion of what irony is. He says, “Irony arises when one tries, by the interaction of terms upon one another, to produce a development which uses all the terms…they are all voices, personalities, or positions, integrally affecting one another” (432)....
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...Associate Program Material Appendix C Rhetorical Modes Matrix Rhetorical modes are methods for effectively communicating through language and writing. Complete the following chart to identify the purpose and structure of the various rhetorical modes used in academic writing. Provide at least 2 tips for writing each type of rhetorical device. |Rhetorical Mode |Purpose – Explain when or why |Structure – Explain what organizational |Provide 2 tips for writing in | | |each rhetorical mode is used. |method works best with each rhetorical mode. |each rhetorical mode. | |Narration |The purpose of a narration is to| | Start with asking yourself if | | |tell stories. Narrations can be |Chronological order, which is a method of |you want to write a factual or | | |factual; story based on events |organization that arranges ideas according to|fictional story. Next, make a | | |as they happened in real life, |time, is the best organizational method for |plot summary, which is a | | |or fictional; made up or |narration. |paragraph or outline that | | |imagined | |describes only the main events | | | | ...
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...explain how things work or it can give the directions to accomplish any task given. One wants to assume that ones audience will be able to follow the directions given to them in ones writing. The essay will also have to be clear so the reader will not get lost. Writers have to specify the materials that ones own readers will need so that they can be ready before starting the process. Making extra comments in the essay will help the audience visualize the process. One also needs to include what to not do like caution the readers. Kahn uses the rhetorical appeals, her story is also in process writing, and lastly she created a multimodal essay. Kahns’ purpose of “Stripped for Parts” was informative, because Kahn is explaining the process of an organ transplant happening in front of her eyes. Kahn uses the ethos appeal as in this example, “Someday, I’m convinced, transporting organs in coolers will seem as strange and outdated as putting a patient in an iron lung. I get on the plane with the heart and the kidneys”. She uses these sentences to show credibility to herself. Kahn also uses the pathos appeal in her essay saying, “To me, he looks fine. His face...
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...Management Style Essay Lacreshia Hampton HCS/325 November 24, 2014 Sandra Marken Management Style Essay The definition of management can be defined as achieving goals in a way that makes the best use of all resources. When dealing with management managers have resources that at their disposal to invest. They have to deal with the people, material, and a budget, in addition to their own time and energy. Management can also mean the process of reaching organizational goals by working with and through people from other organizational resources. When dealing with management it is best if they use the four basic functions planning, organizing, influencing, and controlling. When it comes to being a good manager superior communication skills is very important. It is very important because it strengthens your ties with your employees to encourage true stand limit conflicts. Listening is also important because when employees are sharing ideas, in a team gathering or when emotions are high. Leading with transparency and honesty is another good quality because it is best if we update our employees on small successes and concerns so that they are aware of what is going on at all times. Another good quality of a manager would be motivating positive feedback and recognition because it is important when an employee is doing a good job we let them know that we appreciate the good work that their doing. The poor qualities...
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...Integrity by definition is, “the quality of being honest and fair” (http://www.merriam-webster.com). By army standard it is, “Do what’s right, legally and morally. Integrity is a quality you develop by adhering to moral principles. It requires that you do and say nothing that deceives others. As your integrity grows, so does the trust others place in you. The more choices you make based on integrity, the more this highly prized value will affect your relationships with family and friends, and, finally, the fundamental acceptance of yourself.” (http://www.army.mil/values/) Integrity is needed in the work place to help provide trust with in the working environment. A proper work space cannot function properly without a sense of trust in each...
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...Academic Honesty: [Belinda pinchek] Axial College University of Phoenix Abstract The focus of this discussion is on the importance of maintaining academy honesty, which is a requirement of all students of Axial College of University of Phoenix. Each student is responsible for the way they conduct themselves while attending the University of Phoenix. Realizing that a part of being honest is to make sure that all your assignments are in my own words and all of the thoughts and ideas of the works belong to me is critical. If I am going to use another person's work or words I must respect that person by giving them credit for their work. Morals are a very important factor in the learning process. I should show more consideration by being completely honest about my works. All I need to do is to read remember and Universities guidelines on Academic honesty, and Student Code of Conduct. I will remember in all that I do maintaining academy honesty will be a golden rule for my own personal benefit. The Importance of Maintaining Academic Honesty Beginning with my admittance to the University of Phoenix, which I am excited and proud to be a member of, I was made aware of the University's policies against plagiarism and all other forms of academic dishonesty. I have carefully reviewed many sources including documentation from the University of Phoenix and articles from our online library, as well as done independent study online and in my local library to confirm I fully understand...
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...The Case for Polyamory In this essay, I am going to argue that it is possible for a legitimate romantic relationship to include more than two adults as long as everyone is freely participating and is fully aware of the circumstances involved. While monogamy still represents the ideal form of romantic relationships for many people, some would argue that it is simply not a realistic practice and not the only relationship choice that can work. Polyamory is the practice of having more than one romantic relationship at the same time. This is accomplished by everyone’s full knowledge and consent. Polyamorists place so much emphasis on having an honest, responsible and open communication in their relationships that they are able to overcome issues of jealousy. And lastly, by the acceptance and consent of all the parties involve, a person is able to have an extended support network that they can connect with on both the emotional and physical level. These premises are how I am going to argue my case for polyamorous relationships. What is polyamory? Polyamory is the practice of having a romantic relationship to include more than two consenting adults. I point out “consenting” as an important piece of the definition because a central principle of polyamory is garnering your partner’s consent to date, have sexual relations with or even fall in love with multiple people. The notion of consent to me is significant in that I think it is a necessary condition in order for this type of relationship...
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... The “American dream” is what we all strive for. Immigrants come to the States in hopes of trying to achieve their dreams and better themselves for their families. But in all honesty what is the American dream? It was once said that you could come to America and go from rags to riches; you could come with nothing and achieve everything. So, is the so-called “American dream” dead, alive, on hold, or is the definition of the said dream changing? This has been a searing topic and a widely debated discussion since the recession started. Brandon King seems to think the American dream is in fact alive and is simply just changing it’s meaning due to our economic hardships. He “would redefine the American Dream today as the potential to work for an honest, secure way of life and save for the future” (611). King believes now people are tolerable with a middle-class lifestyle and just want to have a stable employment. To him, the American dream is very much alive; it’s just morphing and changing the meaning due to prolonged economic circumstances. King uses logos to adapt a form of credibility and prove he is knowledgeable. He quotes study after study and provides statistics from the year 2005 to 2010 which all makes his argument very convincing. King starts both ethos and logos for the essay when he gives a background for the American dream. “The original term ‘American Dream’ was coined during the Great Depression by James Truslow Adams, who wrote that the American dream...
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...Office Location: Room 158 | Office Hours: Friday 12:00-1:00pm | Course Description: This course is all about working together to develop your writing and communication skills for both academic and non-academic purposes through practice, practice, and more practice. This course will teach you to be a better reader, thinker, and writer. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to write clearly, correctly, and persuasively across disciplines and situations. You will not only learn to be an effective writer, but also hone your critical thinking skills. Required Texts: NB: It is recommended that students use the edition available in the campus bookstore. Buckley, Joanne. Fit to Print: The Canadian Student’s Guide to Essay Writing. 8th ed. Toronto: Nelson Education, 2013. Additional readings to be posted on Blackboard. Recommended Texts: The Secret to Effective Documentation (Trent University: Academic Skills Centre -- http://www.trentu.ca/academicskills/documentation/, 13 July 2011). Note: Citations in this course must be in the MLA format. learningSystem/Blackboard: This course will make use of Blackboard. Certain assignments will be submitted on Blackboard, and students are expected to check the course site for weekly announcements. Course Format: Meeting Type | Day | Time | Location | Lecture | Friday | 13:10—14:00 | Room 116 | Writing Lab A | Friday | 14:10—15:00 | Room 116 | Learning Outcomes/Objectives/Goals/Expectations:...
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...Arthur Miller wrote his essay titled “Tragedy and the Common Man” in 1949. This essay explains Miller’s definition of a tragic hero as well as why a common man has as much ability to be the hero of a tragedy as someone of nobility. The Crucible is a play written by Arthur Miller in 1953 that dramatizes the Salem witch trials of the late seventeenth century in the Massachusetts Bay Colony. In the play, the town of Salem falls into hysteria after Reverend Parris finds his daughter, niece, and their friends dancing in the woods with his slave Tituba. The young girls claim they have been bewitched by people in the town to avoid punishment, although, the punishment then comes for the accused regardless of their innocence. A vital character to the...
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...Ethics Essay Sharon Batts ETH/316 February 10, 2014 Professor Heller Ethics Essay Ethical growth is an important instrument needed in today’s society. Virtue, deontological, and utilitarianism theories have similarities and differences. Each theory relates to morals and ethics in precise ways, just as virtue, values, and morality have a precise relationship with one another. Virtue theory relates to ethics by identifying the character of a person as honorable, dependable, loyal, honest, or as untrustworthy, deceiving, careless, or self-serving. Basically a person is described as “good” or “bad”, or a mixture of both. People develop character throughout life as a mirror image of his or her morals. Virtue ethics define a person’s character more so than his or her actions. The downside of this theory is that it does not make allowance for good people who make bad mistake (Garrett, 2005). A teenager may give into peer pressure to steal a car. The teen may have high morals and ethics, but made a foolish decision. Virtue theory defines the teen as a bad person rather than as a good person who did a bad act. The next ethical theory, utilitarianism, focuses on determining the choice for the actions and the choice made depends on the course of action that has the best consequences for that person. The actions of a person are believed to be morally correct or incorrect based only on the outcome of the actions. Therefore, if the result is good, the action is morally right. On...
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...The applicant need not provide a warranty in assurance that he will never again breach the public trust. The issue is his character today, not his risk of re-offending.” The test emphasizes that good character is not fixed, and that it can change with time. However, the test does not address what actually constitutes ‘good character’. The lack of a clear definition of good character has led to variability in the application of the good character requirement. This is a major problem, as it is difficult to predict whether an applicant with a character issue will be granted or denied a license to practise law by a Canadian Law Society. The following cases demonstrate inconsistencies in the application of the good character...
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