...Standard Deviation Abstract Paper Miguel Ramos, Waleska Molina, Pollyana Cotto, Jessica Casiano, QRB 501 Quantitative Reasoning for Business University Of Phoenix October 30, 2013 Prof. Angel Melendez-Melendez Standard Deviation Abstract Paper The purpose of this paper is to write a basic abstract for each article selected by the member of the learning team and establish for each article the purpose of the study, the research question(s), the hypothesis of the study, and the main findings of the study. The articles selected by each members of the learning team were: Explaining satisfaction in double deviation scenarios: the effects of anger and distributive justice (Jessica); Consumer Socialization in a Wired World: The Effects of Internet Use and Parental Communication on the Development of Skepticism to Advertising (Waleska); Real Estate in the Real World: Dealing with Non-Normality and Risk in an Asset Allocation Model (Pollyanna); and Social network productivity in the use of SNS. (Miguel). In the student (Jessica) article is an article in where the research has shown that more than half of attempted recovery efforts only reinforce dissatisfaction, producing a double deviation effect. Surprisingly, these double deviation effects have received little attention in service marketing literature. To fill this gap, this article aims to develop and empirically test a model of how customers form satisfaction judgments in double deviation scenarios. The article seeks...
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...41).The Rushdie’s affair, generated as a result of a book, Satanic Verses, written by Rushdie Salman, it aggravated the Muslim society to the extent that a fatwa was issued ordering his death. In 2005, the publication of the Mohammed cartoons by Jyllands-Posten reignited the debate on freedom of speech and its limitations and there were two sides to it. On one hand of the debate, there are people who argue that for social harmony and progress in a plural or diverse society, “constraining free speech” or limiting it out of respect for the deeply held views of the different group is important (K. Malik 53). There are also those who argue for the right to free speech only when it is to their benefit or interest, which is double standards. That is, they use freedom of speech as a means to an end. To this end, Kenan Malik, a London writer and strong proponent of free speech, disagrees with both sides of the debate, calling them “enemies of free speech” because they in one way or the other limit the use of free speech in a diverse society and by propagation, disrupt social harmony and progress (Malik 53). According to his article, it is only by “extending free speech” and not “extending restrictions” that societal harmony can be achieved (K. Malik 50). In the debate “Muslim vs....
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...Clarissa Mills Investigate a Social Issue – Part 1 Professor Jonathan Loessin Introduction to Sociology 4/29/2012 Society has many different views on sexuality in today’s world. Human beings are “social animals”, and their habits, desires, hopes, fears, and beliefs are shaped by the various societies into which they are born. Society also sees this as the same with sexual attitudes and behaviors. People are born with a certain potential for sexual expression, but this potential can be realized in a many different ways. Human sexuality and language are also comparable on a general level and can be examined for their collective implications. In most societies the meaning of sex, same as the meaning of anything else is revealed by religion. This has always been the case in societies of the past, and even in the modern, secular societies the sexual standards often remain tied to the older religious doctrines. There has been no doubt that the sexual standards of our own society are still being influenced by the judeo- Christian heritage. In all societies the obvious biological difference in sexuality is also between men and women. This difference is used as a justification for forcing them into different social roles which limit and shape their attitudes and behavior. No society is content with the natural difference of sex, but each insists on adding to it a cultural difference of gender. In today society it is not enough for a man to be a male; he also has to appear...
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...2012: 4). Women are deemed more sexually passive and responsive to men’s desire within the hookup culture, and consequently, may not feel entitled to communicate their sexual desires in hookups (Armstrong et al. 2012). In this way, the sexual double standard traps college women into pursuing monogamous relationships in an effort to avoid the negative social consequences associated with hookups, and simultaneously promotes a slut shaming culture directed at women who chose to participate in the hookup...
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...Nursing Course Number: Socs185 May 2015 You Decide – Boys will be boys Boys will be boys, but do we have to accept that? All throughout life there are double standards. This, boys will be boys, is one that is controversial to most women. Because boys have high testosterone levels and are more sex driven than that of a female, does that mean we have to excuse their behavior or that they are deemed “excused” because they are boys? It has been seen that “boys and men are rewarded and praised for heterosexual sexual contacts, whereas girls and women are derogated and stigmatized for similar behaviors” (Kreager, D. A., & Staff, J. (2009). THE SEXUAL DOUBLE STANDARD AND ADOLESCENT PEER ACCEPTANCE). How sexual behavior is handled in the workplace. Sexual behavior and sexual harassment have long been a problem in the work place. However, most of the time we see men sexually harassing women. It’s very rare that we hear about women harassing men. But, that doesn’t mean it doesn’t happen. Men who sexually harass women in the work place are often suspended without pay, fired, and in some cases taken to court. When men make these unwanted comments or advances towards women, they are considered disgusting, pigs, disrespectful, etc. When women are in the wrong it is overlooked and possibly laughed off. This double standard is unethical and should not be happening. Most large corporations use formal bureaucracy to govern their employees, rules and regulations, and their policies...
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...Written Paper on the Use of Self-Awareness in Social Work Practice |# of pages |Point Value | |double-spaced | | |6-9 |2 points | |10+ |3 points | The importance of self-awareness in social work practice is emphasized in Standard 2. Self-Awareness of the NASW Standards for Cultural Competence in Social Work Practice “Social workers shall develop an understanding of their own personal and cultural values and beliefs as a first step in appreciating the importance of multicultural identities in the lives of people….Cultural competence includes knowing and acknowledging how fears, ignorance, and the “isms” (racism, sexism, ethnocentrism, heterosexism, ageism, classism) have influenced their attitudes, beliefs, and feelings.” The skill of self-awareness refers to the ability to recognize our own thoughts, beliefs, emotions, personality traits, personal values, habits, biases, strengths, weaknesses, and the psychological needs that drive our behaviors. It includes the ability to recognize how we react to cues in the environment and how our emotions affect our way of relating to others. Social work is a profession that is founded on the ability to cultivate...
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...Code of Ethics Amanda Scaccia HSM/230 4/25/2014 NASW stands for the National Association of Social Workers. This association is the largest organization of professional social workers. This group carries out there organization on three responsibilities and principles; Strengthen and unify the profession, Promote the development of social work practice, Advance sound social policies. By following these responsibilities, the NASW will feel accomplish with their everyday processes. These processes serve as a guide in their everyday conduct. They are broken down by 4 different sections; Preamble, Purpose of the NASW code of ethics, Ethical Principles, and Ethical standards. Preamble summarizes the social workers professional mission. Purpose of NASW is the over view of the Code of ethics. Ethical Principles are the principles that are based off of the social work’s core values. Last the Ethical standards are the standards that help guide social workers in their professional journey. The primary mission of the social work professionals is to enhance the wellbeing of humans and their basic needs of all people. There is a higher demand and attention to those that are considered empowerment people and these are those that are vulnerable, oppressed and living in poverty. I understand that there is more need for some people than others, but I find this to be a double standard. The NASW will focus more attention to lose that are in poverty when it comes to mental and health...
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...NIKE From Sweatshops to Leadership HRM 522 June 12, 2011 Global businesses can sometimes be difficult due to the different cultures. Not all cultures carry the same value, law and ethical standard. Nike is an international brand that has many retail accounts in over 160 countries. Being an international company can cause business ethical and legal issues. Integrity is important and sometimes a challenge when a corporation must respond to criticism or hold back on certain company details. Nike dealt with criticism from right activist, media, and face labor rights violations. However, over a period of time and after making some important adjustments; Nike is working on improving its company image. Nike used traditional advertising methods to broadcast its product. Nike public relations tactics dealt with the wage policy, visiting campuses on universities, personal letters, corporate responsibility and using celebrities as spoke person for its product. Nike launch campaigns regarding child labor, low and non- existent wages. Nike believes that the U.S dollars were meaningless because the cost of living was different in other countries. Nike held press conferences for newspaper staff at colleges. These were ways for Nike to make proactive efforts to address the concerns of activists protesting against their products. Nike made a few mistakes in handling the negative publicity. Three...
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...beliefs and identities that support difference and inequality, is also present in all organizations” (Acker 2006:444). “Race, refers to socially defined differences based on physical characteristics, culture, and historical domination and oppression, justified by entrenched beliefs” (Weber 2001 :10).This paper will analyze and discuss the issue of oppressions in relation to class, gender, and race using W.E.B. Du Bois’ thoughts on race, gender, and class. Also, the intersectional theory according to Patricia Hill Collins will be used for analyzing and discussion in regards race, gender and class. The work of W. E. B. Du Bois (1868-1963) has recently become recognized for its significant contributions to sociological theory (Zuckerman 2004:3). Although Du Bois himself was overwhelmingly concerned with the scientific perspective of "value free" sociological research, later social theorists have found his views on race to offer one of...
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...Tristin O’Neil Ms. Judnitch 28 April 2014 Unit 4 Final Argumentative Essay Feminine Beauty vs. Masculine The Other Side of Double Standards: a Normative Critique It’s everywhere. It’s on television, in movies, in magazines, on billboards, in social media. Everywhere a person looks they find the objectification of women, the socially unacceptable unrealistic standards for women, and the so-called “fat-shaming” of the female gender. However, all people know the argument against such sexist conduct. People dispute the issue over Facebook, blog journals, and even scholarly articles. Dove, the huge lotion, body wash, and shampoo conglomerate has their own “Love Your Body Campaign” which features average women in their ads. Now, this is fantastic that females can battle against how they are represented in media, but most people never consider that the same exact thing happens to men. Amanda Marcotte from Slate.com shows how the double standard is prominent with an example from a response to one of her articles about a relationship. Oh, and there’s a new thought: a double standard with the males on the downside? I don’t think many people have really considered or even heard one of those before. A more known topic is the pressuring of children of both genders into traditional gender roles. Many people admonish the pressuring of girls into their roles, but pressuring boys is also a problem. Paul Theroux talks of this in his essay “Being a Man.” Media makes men out to be just as unrealistic...
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...Literature has long been used to provide a glimpse into history as writers memorialize their view of the world and their surroundings. Often littered with satires, comedy or factual narratives - authors showcase their personal opinions on critical issues within their societies. Voltaire and Moliere’s works on social and religious issues are prime examples of this. With unquestionable tenacity, both authors used their writing to question religious authority and denounce religious hypocrisy at a time in which social power and order was grounded in “sacred” doctrines that determined people’s way of life - both in public and in private. Being cautious to maintain their art a form of entertainment, both Voltaire and Moliere resorted to the use...
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...GST voucher will come in the form of cash, U-Save and Medisave top-ups. In the last five years, the voucher had been done on a temporary basis "so people can see it with their own eyes and they get to understand the whole nature of the tax system that this is a clear fair tax system — I'm getting something back if I'm poor," said Tharman. "If I'm rich, you don't get anything back because your job is to pay some taxes for the betterment of society, that's the logic behind it." Panelists at the forum also shared their concerns on whether our society cared enough for the elderly, among other issues discussed. "I wanted to make sure that people don't get away thinking the only reason that we want the elderly to be well is so that they can work," said Ren Ci Hospital's chief executive Loh Shu Ching, before adding, "We shouldn't define people by how productive they are." "When we talk about a sense of purpose for the elderly, it could just be ageing actively, doing other things apart from working, contributing to the society in other ways rather than making money… you can age gracefully...
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... * Total value of goods and services produced in a country in a year – double counting being avoided * The rate at which real GDP increases is used to measure the rate of economic growth. * Actual GDP increases when Fuller/better use of existing resources. Re-allocation of resources. Recovery from a recession. (short term growth) * Potential GDP increases when the productive capacity of the country increases. Improvement in technology. Labor force and capital stock increases. (Long term growth) * EXPLAIN HOE GDP IS MEASURED AND OUTLINE SHORTCOMINGS OF GDP AS A MEASURE OF ECONOMIC WELL BEING * INCOME METHOD * All income paid out in a country in a year * Pigou: Productive income ; wages, rent, interest and profit * Income resulted in production of goods and services * cost incurred * All payments in the production of g/s are computed * Non-productive income not considered. Otherwise national income will exceed national output. * Transfer payment – dividend – service of house wives or gds produced for self are not considered. * OUTPUT/PRODUCTION METHOD * The monetary value of all goods and services produced in a country in a year ( double counting) * A summation of all the value of outputs produced – primary – secondary – tertiary * Simplest method but highest risk of double counting – special care taken * Two way of avoiding double counting : considered the value of all finished goods ...
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...Political Ideology Essay Outline I. Individual vs. group responsibility a. The government is taxing everyone a lot of money and it goes to those who can’t or won’t provide enough for themselves so in return the people are forced to pay. b. People are too dependent on the government for help (i.e. welfare/medicade) that there is less incentive for people to work c. Government should play a much smaller roll in American lives. Stop taking our money to fix what the government sees as “important”. Social security is supplemental income, not retirement. If people want to save up for retirement, then let them. Let people be in charge of their own money and abolish social security. Encourage private charities, discourage frivolous law suits, and take away eminent domain. People should not be forced from their houses just so that Wal-Mart can decrease the economy of another town. Leave it up to the businesses to make a deal with the homeowners. It is a free country and people should be free to keep their property if they so please. II. Roll of government vs. family and faith a. Some issues should be decided by the individual however there are some that are in need of control. Abortion affects more than just the woman. The baby is equally as much the father’s as the mother’s. It should be a joint decision if anything. The majority of abortions done are by unwed girls in their late teens and early to late twenties. If you don’t want to risk getting pregnant, don’t have sex...
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...individual and social needs. University Mission Cagayan State University is committed to transform the lives of people and communities through high quality instruction, and innovative research, development, production and extension. University Vision Transforming lives by educating the best College Mission Anchored on the university’s mission, the college is committed to provide excellent and relevant learning experiences and leadership opportunities for a diverse student body; build and support the maintenance of outstanding faculty profile, innovative research and development initiatives; and establish strong and creative partnership to foster synergies that will push and advance the welfare of its stakeholders and benefit the regional, national and global societies. College Vision Along the university’s trust, on becoming a premier and comprehensive university of choice among undergraduate, graduate and professionals in the country, the college serves as a portal of quality and globally competitive manpower resources. Program Objective To produce quality and excellent graduates who possess adequate knowledge, skills, and values to compete locally and internationally in the hospitality industry by providing the learners with the distinct, credible training and education for them to become responsible, competent and competitive practitioners. On-the-Job Training Objective Exposure to the different work situation is designed...
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