...Module 8 Paper Business research methods Literature Review March 8, 2013 Abstract The purpose of this paper is to review literature discussing the issue of liberal arts and business. In this literature review, the distinguishing factors between liberal arts and business are discussed. The paper discuses the importance of each discipline and reviews the importance of aligning these disciplines into a university curricula to widen the perspective of college graduates, and improve their overall well being as human beings and as professionals. This review has shown that greater importance should be given to the qualities that liberal arts education brings to the work place and the society in general. By blending liberal arts and business education, graduates are equipped with multiple tools to tackle adversities in their work place, think analytically, and solve problems they might encounter which are not thought in traditional classroom environment. Introduction What is liberal art? According to Bogart, 2011, it's an education that provides an overview of the arts, humanities (the study of the human condition), social sciences, mathematics and natural sciences. Traditionally, liberal art majors find it more difficult obtaining employment because it is assumed that their area of study is not specific enough or perhaps lacks the concentration needed to contribute quickly in a business organization. The advantages a liberal art education provides for a student is the ability...
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...For JURI495 and 496, the research issue that you select must encompass at least two disciplines, law and a liberal arts discipline such as history, philosophy or political science. Your proposed area of research must require the contribution of more than one disciplinary perspective in order to gain adequate understanding and arrive at conclusions that integrate the various disciplinary perspectives. SEE RESEARCH HYPOTHESIS EXPLANATION. Write your Research Paper Proposal in the following format: ⎫ Paragraph of introduction to your topic. ⎫ Research Hypothesis—expressed three ways : o As a one-sentence hypothesis o As a research question o As a title for your paper ⎫ Essential Disciplines and Sub-Disciplines ⎫ Definition/Explanation of any essential terms [legal terms or disciplinary jargon of the field you are researching] with footnoting of the sources of your definitions ⎫ Description of how you will conduct your interdisciplinary research; the design of your research [may be up to 2 paragraphs]. Note: In this section, you must include a sentence which begins “An interdisciplinary approach is essential [or required] to [fill in……….] because no single disciplinary perspective can adequately address this question/issue. This section is the “road map” in two prose paragraphs describing your research. It paints a picture of the proposed path of your research OVER THE TWO-SEMESTERS OF THE COURSE. ⎫ Predicted research conclusions. These conclusions must be responsive...
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...Abstract Liberal arts and business are programmes of study that are very relevant at the tertiary level as well as to industry. However in the past few decades, the two areas of knowledge have been facing varying fortunes. Interest and student enrollment for liberal arts education has declined sharply while on the other hand interest and enrollment for business education programmes has seen a tremendous increase. This literature review examines works of several scholars and academic authorities on issues relating to liberal arts and business. The paper recommends an interdisciplinary approach in promoting and enhancing the study of liberal arts and business at the tertiary level. In concluding, both liberal arts and business programs remain essential to academic and social development. Moreover an integrated liberal arts and business education certainly develops thoughtful, flexible and well informed leaders 1.0 Introduction The past few decades have witnessed a massive shift from the study of liberal arts toward more “practical” and job focused programs such as engineering, business and medicine. This significant change stems from the desire of students and industry for university programs that are more relevant to job and industry requirements. As reported by Delucchi (1997) “the curricular trend in higher education since about 1970 has been toward studies related to work… Enrollment concerns in recent years have compelled many liberal arts colleges to abandon or sharply...
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...as a result of these courses, I believe that the curses should be graded other way, and that the grades for these courses for these courses should not become part of students’ GPAs. Anti-evolution, the rise of pseudo sciences, and the renewed interest in the occult, all masquerading as science, are symptomatic of the poor job that is done explicating science as a process and a way of knowing. Disciplinary teaching emphasizes fact over concept. (Brophy, D.A. (2004) Every science discipline should be taught with a process base pervasive from the first to the last day of the course. Science teaching needs be revamped to provide an integrated, non-redundant exposition of the discipline focused on principles of which the theory of evolution is only one. Science must to be related both to technology and society. Teaching has to be directed to elicit the desired ends of education and not be regarded simply as a system to deliver fragments of knowledge. The participation of zoologists in delineating the discipline of science and countering pseudo science is essential. Scientists must become involved in science education and participate in updating teachers and insisting on their subject matter competence. University scientists must be concerned beyond the training of majors to provide...
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...“ultimate” graduate profile. Following program chairs’ agreement, the material will go to the full faculty for discussion and vote. I will also gather input from Student Affairs so that we understand their contribution to the success of our students. Readings about assessment and what it is are attached.* As I mentioned earlier, we will be working our way through this process together, and developing our assessment program in relationship to the goals and values unique (and/or integral) to this institution. Additional readings are on reserve in the library, and an enormous amount of information is available on the web. *Distributed at the Program Chairs meeting on 9.9.2008 MISSION Maine College of Art delivers a demanding and enlivening education in visual art and design within an intimate learning community. We teach each student how to transform aspirations and values into a creative practice that serves as the foundation for a lifelong pursuit of personal and professional goals. VALUES o Maine College of Art’s educational philosophy is built on the premise that focused individual attention and meaningful collective inquiry produce the conditions in which students’ voices can find strength, clarity, and purpose. o Our faculty of practicing professional artists, designers, writers, and scholars are committed and passionate educators who consider their classrooms to be extensions of their creative work. o We give our students the tools they need to take risks...
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...international conferences that foreground AUP faculty scholarship and that of renowned scholars, practitioners, and artists worldwide, the University is taking its place as a leading academic, intellectual and cultural center in France and in the world. In this unique learning environment—inflected by the remarkable demographic diversity of student, faculty and staff bodies—attention is brought to bear on the role of knowledge production across languages, cultures, and societies in an ever-globalizing world. Founded as a liberal arts institution in the 1960s, today AUP is an urban, independent, international university located at the confluence of France, Europe, and the world. We provide the finest American undergraduate and graduate programs to students from all national, linguistic, and educational backgrounds in the global city that is Paris, drawing together teaching and research in our unique academic environment. Both student learning and faculty research are driven by a desire for excellence, are shaped by our singular geography...
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...College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Rawalpindi Muhammad Tayyab Alam Bukhari* Muhammad Maqsood Alam Bukhari** Najma Ranjha*** Khurshid Ahmad**** Fouzia Naz***** Abstract This study investigated the use of library by the students of Foundation University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Rawalpindi. The importance of library as an institution has been realized. The Objectives of this study were (a) to investigate the present use of library by the students of Foundation University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (b) to analyze the organizational set up of library for the purpose of effective learning (c) to identify the problems faced by the students in the use of library and (d) to give recommendations for effective use of library. The nature of this study was descriptive. The population of this study consisted of all the MA /M.Sc. level students. One hundred and eighty students of various programs were selected randomly as sample. A self developed questionnaire consisting of 10 items was used as instrument for data collection. It was concluded that the majority of the students hesitated to use the library because of the problems they faced during its use. Lack of books, lack of organizational set up and lack of space and other physical facilities were the major factors associated with the less use of library. Keywords: Library use; Students; Academic libraries; Pakistan * Head, Department of Research and Development...
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...DOWNLOAD FROM: [http://essayscollection.com/view_paper/id/1346925] Title APU HRMT419 full course [ all forums midterm and final ] Question Question forums week 1 Take some time to discuss, in your opinion, the most interesting material this week in your reading assignments. How will that material help you in a professional position? Why? week 2 For our discussion, put yourself in the position of consultant to an owner of several small convenience stores. You've been hired to help set up a process for ensuring the owner has valid selection measures for each position in the store. Based on what you have learned in Chapters 2-4, what recommendations would you make to help the owner establish an appropriate HR plan? What method of job analysis would you recommend? Please post your suggestions and your rationale to address the above questions. You should then respond to the postings of other students. Our goal is to try to define key elements that need to be considered when establishing HR planning and job analysis for a small organization. In your responses, be sure to provide citations from the text or other sources to support your statements. ...
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...Please allow me 24 hours to answer your emails excluding weekends and holidays. If I do not answer in 24 hours, please email me again. Class Schedule: The traditional class meets on Monday/Wednesday 5:15 pm to 7:45 pm Course Prerequisites: NONE Course Description: This course examines the nature, location, and impact of crime in the United States by exploring a broad range of issues related to criminology. Topics focused on within the course include the historical foundations of crime, the theoretical underpinnings of criminality, how we measure criminal acts, the development of criminal careers, the various typologies of offenders and victims, and a critical analysis of public policies concerning crime control in society. Required Course Materials: Schmalleger, F. (2015). Criminology Today. (7th Edition). Prentice Hall Publisher. ISBN: 0137074859 Mission Statement Campbell University The mission of Campbell University is to graduate students with exemplary academic and professional skills who are prepared for purposeful lives and meaningful service. The University is informed and inspired by its Baptist heritage and three basic theological and biblical presuppositions: learning is appointed and conserved by God as essential to the fulfillment of human destiny; in Christ all things consist and find ultimate unity; and the Kingdom of God in this world is rooted and grounded in Christian community. The University embraces the conviction that there is...
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...degree programmes last for at least 4 years of full-time university-level study. The programmes are elaborated in accordance with the State Educational Standards which regulate almost 80% of their content. The other 20% are elaborated by the university itself. The programmes include professional and special courses in Science, the Humanities and Social-economic disciplines, professional training, completion of a research paper/project and passing State final exams. Having obtained the Bachelor’s degree, students may apply to enter the Master’s programme or continue their studies in the framework of the Specialist’s Diploma programmes. The Bachelor’s degree is awarded in all fields except Medicine after defending a Diploma project prepared under the guidance of a supervisor and passing the final exams. In Medicine, the first stage lasts for six years. Holders of the Bachelor’s degree are admitted to enter the Specialist Diploma and Master’s degree programmes. Access to these programs is competitive. The Master’s degree is awarded after successful completion of two years’ full-time study. Students must carry out a year of research including practice and prepare and defend a thesis which constitutes an original contribution and sit for final examinations. England has one of the finest educational system in the world. Institutions of higher education in...
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...practices that one depicts during the process of gaining information through learning. The manner with which you consistently use to study for school or college even for next day lesson plans if you are a teacher. It means you are not distracted by anything, you have a certain place to go where it is quiet everyday where you study and do homework. (Sanchez, 2010) Studying is a skill. Being successful in school requires a high level of study skills. Student must first learn these skills, practice them and develop effective study habits in order to be successful. Very often the study habits and practices developed used in high school do not work for students in college. Good study habits include many different skills: time management, self-discipline, concentration, memorization, organization and effort. Desire to succeed is important, too. Knowing how you learn best is the first step in developing effective study habits. Every...
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...been completed in the colleges. Nominal provision was made for the study of law, medicine and engineering and commerce. And so a vicious system has grown up; teachers help the students to memories for examination; students cram and load their mind with the odds and ends of learning; papers-setters demand of the examines a moderate reproductions of what they have memorized. A country excepts its universities to provide leadership for different filed of the society. A University as the seat of higher learning may be said to have succeeded in its primary mission if it has given us leaders. It is not merely an examining body but has to serve as a centre of high academic studies and research. But an Indian University with decided bias for arts and commerce is only turning out graduates. The complaint that our graduates are unemployed is a charge not against the University, which is not an employment bureau, but against the State whose duty is to remove unemployment. To require a University to find employment for her alumni will be a diversion of her function. The allotted duty of a University is the advancement of learning, the pursuit of the sciences and the arts. Private donation, however liberal, is not an effective substitute for State help. Lowering of educational standards is fatal to the ideals of a University. It should have well-equipped liberty up-to-date laboratories. The University Grants Commission has been making...
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...THE IMPORTANCE OF TEACHING HUMANITIES IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS: IN DEFENSE OF LIBERAL ARTS EDUCATION A Thesis Presented by Victoria Pleshakova to The Faculty of the Graduate College of The University of Vermont In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Education Specializing in Interdisciplinary Studies May, 2009 Accepted by the Faculty of the Graduate College, The University of Vermont, in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of niIaster of Education, specializing in Interdisciplinary Studies. Thesis Examination Committee: . 2 M d Johnson, 111, D.P.A. ,G!krMb. %.&I;-; Patricia A. Stokowski, Ph. D Interim Dean, Graduate College Date: March 4,2009 ABSTRACT The humanities have always been under attack in the higher education of the United States of America. Corporate culture of the university requires the most money distributed towards research and specialization, while making employability of the graduates the main goal of education. With two thirds of all majors being in business and finance, humanities don’t seem to play a big role in higher education overall. This work makes an attempt in defense of liberal arts education to our students, and the importance of teaching the subjects like English, Literature and Philosophy independent of a student’s major concentration. Even in our age of specialized and corporatized education, these courses are of great importance. These subjects can help...
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...teaching (Charles & Pecorari, 2016, p.20). This report will present four annotated bibliographies dealing with issues in English for academic purposes. Annotated Bibliographies Coxhead, A. (2000). A New Academic Wordlist. TESOL Quarterly 34(2), 213-230. The purpose of the author in this paper is to help teachers and students of academic English by providing them with a ready list for reference at a tertiary level, that is, at the time of self-study. In this study, the author has attempted to come up with a method that can help to derive a vocabulary specific to academic English, an academic word list (AWL), based on large corpus of words. In doing this, the author consulted a...
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...professor Louis Wozniak can be a pain at work, even though he is generally well-liked by his students. Since August 2010, he has been on paid suspension from the Springfield campus after publicly embarrassing a student he believed contributed to his denial of a $500 teaching award. Yet, this month, in what is believed to be a first-time action by University of Illinois trustees, Wozniak’s 41-year tenure was revoked and his employment immediately terminated after making a(n untrue) joke online about remembering only the names of students with whom he’s had sex. While clearly showing poor judgment and a lack of sensitivity, Wozniak’s situation calls into question the ethical justification for academic tenure, which is the focus of this paper. I will briefly examine tenure’s unique role in higher education from its start to its present-day limitations and whether its institution is ethical, by both those who covet it and those who provide it. In the end, hopefully the reader will understand the forces at play and whether its continuation is merited at American colleges and universities of the future. Academic tenure was proposed as early as 1915 and formally defined, following a series of conferences by 1934. A formal statement of academic tenure was officially agreed to by the American Association of University Professors and the Association of American Colleges (and Universities) in 1940. It states that after the expiration of a probationary period...
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