...Research Writing can be Fun Remember the last time your teacher asked you to write a research paper on a subject of your choosing? You probably groaned and grimaced, wiped your sweaty brow, and gasped. Relax. Take a deep breath. This paper will show you how writing for a research paper assignment can not only be done easily, but be fun! Fun you say? How? First, pick a topic that you know something about. Do you like looking for sea shells when vacationing on the beach with your family? Skateboarding at the local park? Playing video games with your friends? Baking with your mom? Making money shoveling snow for your neighbors? Playing soccer or hockey with your team? Reading books? Riding your bicycle? I think by now you get the idea – choose something that you already know a little something about and enjoy. The next steps is to research that topic. So let’s take the example of collecting sea shells on the beach when vacationing with your family. You can approach the research from several angles. You can research the specific types of shells that are located in a specific region. You can research the area where you found the shells. So let’s say that you found a conch shell on the beach in the Bahamas. You can start researching conch shells. The first step to research is one you already know about “Google”. Type Conch Shell in the google search engine and here are just three of the many choices: http://www.naturefoundationsxm.org/education/queen_conch/how_queen_conch_grows...
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...The Haitian Diaspora in the Bahamas By Ria N.M. Treco Florida International University Department of International Relations April 17, 2002 Introduction Haiti is the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere with about 80% of the Haitian population living in abject poverty [1]. Many factors contribute to the economic status of this country including: lack of proper education, overpopulation, environmental problems, and subsequent lack of jobs. All of these factors must be pointed out in order for one to fully understand the reasons for the mass migration that is taking place from Haiti into other countries of the world and more specifically into the Bahamas. Haiti has one of the lowest adult literacy rates in the world with only 48.8% of the total population above age 15 being able to read and write simple sentences. According to the Human Development Report, Haiti ranks 134 out of 162 countries for the adult literacy rate. Furthermore, Oxfam International ranks only four countries in the world lower than Haiti for the availability of basic education for its people. There is inadequate healthcare in Haiti as well. In 1999, the US Agency for International Development in Haiti implemented new programs to make Haitians aware of family planning, however, only half the population of Haiti has access to these facilities. This is closely related to the problem of overpopulation in Haiti. Haiti is one of the most densely populated countries of the Western Hemisphere with upwards of...
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...report demonstrating the extents in which Bank of The Bahamas went through in order to survive during the recession. Research Paper Supervisor: Mrs. Gaitor Name: Ariana McWeeney Word Count : 2,518 Table of Contents Page Cover Page ………………………………………………………………. 1 Abstract …………………………………………………………………….3 Introduction…………………………………………………………… 3-4 Body ………………………………………………………………………. 5-14 Conclusion …………………………………………………………….. 15 Bibliography……………………………………………………………16-17 Abstract In this research paper I will be studying how Bank of The Bahamas continues to survive through the recession and the extents in which they went through in order to not suffer. The purpose of this research paper is to analyze the bank and the efforts they undertook to survive such a devastating time to the economy. The key resources used in this research paper was primary research in which I had an interview with the managing director of Bank of The Bahamas. In addition to that I’ve used reliable online articles and IB Business and Management textbooks to investigate this topic to my fullest extent. INTRODUCTION This investigative report will demonstrate the extents in which Bank of The Bahamas went through in order to survive during the recession. This topic interests me because the recession is impacting not only The Bahamas but also everyone around the world. Many banks and businesses have had to close but Bank of The Bahamas in particular went through many different extents...
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...STUDENTS MUST REFER TO THE APPROPRIATE SOURCES THAT ARE IN THE COURSEWORK PACKET. Eg. According to source A…OR, Source A states… Use your source as much as possible when answering each question. 3. ALL COUSEWORK QUESTIONS MUST BE TYPED IN SIZE TWELVE FONT, THE FONT STYLE IS TIMES NEW ROMAN. 1 ½ LINE SPACING IS TO BE USED. 4. QUESTIONS MUST BE PLACED IN THE BLACK FOLDER WITH A CLEAR COVER. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PUNCHING HOLES AND LINING UP YOUR PAPER NEATLY. 5. WHEN ANSWERING THE QUESTIONS, EACH ANSWER MUST BE TYPED ON A SEPARATE PAGE. FOR EXAMPLE, AFTER COMPLETING QUESTION ONE, BEGIN QUESTION TWO ON A SEPERATE PAGE, AS WELL AS QUESTIONS 3 & 4. 6. YOU MUST SHOW EVIDENCE THAT RESEARCH WAS CONDUCTED, HENCE, THE ANSWERS PROVIDED MUST EXTEND BEYOND THE INFORMATION GIVEN IN CLASS. 7. ANSWERS MUST BE WRITTEN IN ESSAY FORM THEREFORE, IF YOU SUBMITS TWO PARAGRAPHS IT CAN NOT BE ACCEPTED. POORLY COMPLETED COURSEWORK WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. STUDENTS MUST FOLLOW INSTURCTION AND MEET THE EXPECTATIONS OF BAHAMAS ACADEMY AND THE MINISTRY OF EDUCAITON IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A GOOD GRADE. THE COURSEWORK WILL ALSO BE MARKED FOR GRAMMAR AND SPELLING, PLEASE PROOF READ YOUR WORK. 8. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PRINTING YOUR COURSEWORK, DO NOT BRING A USB DRIVE TO THE TEACHER AND EXPECT THE TEACHER TO PRINT IT. 9. *****ANY FORM OF PLAGARISM WHETHER BIG OR SMALL WILL AFFECT YOUR COURSEWORK. YOU WILL BE GIVEN A ZERO AND ASKED TO RE-DO THE COURSEWORK. IF NO EFFORT IS...
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...Through research, this paper will offer an in depth analysis of The Bahamas and the International Government and will elaborate on the struggles that the Bahamian populace had to endure to create an identity, and find its place among the many countries of the world. In addition, it is expected to identify the historical, economic, and social impacts that shaped The Bahamas as we are today, The afore mentioned elements will be further illustrated to clearly define the Bahamas Government yester-year to the present time. The Bahamas is an archipelagic nation that spans some 1000’s of miles across the Atlantic Ocean. It is comprised of over 700 islands, including rocks and cays. Its closest neighbor to the North west a mere 40 miles away is the United States of America, and to the South, The Caribbean and to the West and to the East, the Atlantic Ocean, which is a divider between the Bahamas and Europe and Africa. The geographical layout of the Bahamas aids in further understanding of the evolution of Bahamian Government. Even though the struggle that marked the way to a majority-ruled, independent nation we still struggle as Bahamians, we still seek to fulfill the final phase of emancipation and become economically empowered, realizing at long last the dreams of those enslaved ancestors to truly become free and independent men and women, responsible and accountable for our own destinies, and limited only by our own imagination, we must demand from those who desire to sit in...
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...Running head: DECISIONS IN PARADISE 1 Decisions in Paradise 1 Carolyn Joseph University of Phoenix Critical Thinking: Strategies in Decision Making MGT/350 Orlando Santana July 29, 2010 Decisions in Paradise 1 The New Beginning Nik Joseph a soon to be college graduate interviewed and landed a job of a lifetime. His decision was made under uncertainty because consequences occur in the in the failure and thus depend not only on the decisions makers choice (2008). He would be an assistant to the director of strategic planning of a large investment company, Grand Bahamas Industries. This company is located in the Bahamas, China, Canada, Mexico, and St. Thomas, and all over the United States. The Bahamas Industries an environmental friendly company focuses on helping disaster stricken countries clean up, and help to create jobs for natives. Nik position will take him to the South Pacific a small island name Kava. His major concern was whether he will obtain home sick and miss his family and friends. Nik’s brief introduction of the island during training excited him even more. He would be moving to Kava known as the land of paradise with beautiful beaches, white sand, large palm trees, tropical breeze, and fun in the sun. Current Issues Landing on the small pacific island, he was amaze to find the condition of the island totally different from his expectations Kava was a paradise lost. This island had experienced many natural disasters, earthquakes, tornadoes, tsunamis...
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...the body ranging from simple callisthenic exercises to a course of study providing training in hygiene, gymnastics, and the performance and management of athletic games. In the preschool system, physical education not only provides these benefits but a host of other benefits as well. Three major benefits include (but are not limited to), their general development,their success academically and overall physical health early in life and in the future. After considering these factors, research through preschool physical professional, relevant articles and other scientific papers, it is concluded that physical education in the preschool system of the Bahamas is a critical part to ensuring the overall success of the students, personally, academically and physically. Without it, it would be hard or even near impossible for young Bahamian children to develop basic life skills for use later on. “Understanding the rationale for preschool physical education-within the context of the Bahamas” It is a known fact that physical education is a vital part of any individuals, growth and development. This vital part of the educational process teaches students the value of physical fitness. Through physical education students learn the significance of taking care of themselves through healthy life choices, like regular exercise, healthy diets and grooming. It is another known fact that preschool education is the foundation of youth development, coming at a critical time...
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...000-02-7502 In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements with the Degree with Masters in Reading with Concentration in Inclusive Education The College of The Bahamas October 2013 Abstract Research in the field of reading strategies has been conducted repeatedly to ascertain the effectiveness of these strategies in assisting English Language Learners (ELL) to construct meaning from texts. However, little research has been done in The Bahamas to determine what Bahamian educators can do to support second language learners in their classrooms. This paper assesses: 1. The impact of Sustained Silent Reading on comprehension for ELLs 2. The impact of Think Aloud and Read Aloud on reading comprehension for ELLs. This research suggests that the use of these strategies can play an important role in students’ abilities to read and comprehend texts on their own. Direct instruction and modeling of the think aloud strategies increased the students’ confidence levels and the likelihood that they will use the strategies on their own. Key words: English Language Learners, Sustained Silent Reading, Teacher Think Aloud, Comprehension, Scaffolding, Schema, Prior Knowledge Reading Strategies for English Language Learners In the past ten years, The Bahamas has seen a significant increase in the number of immigrants coming to its shores. In fact, Fielding, Balance, Scriven, McDonald & Johnson (2008) assert that...
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...Title: The Burma Road Riot Name: Alieth Jeanienne Adderley Student ID#: 000-06-8795 Instructor’s Name: Tracey Thompson Date of Submission: 29th March 2012 The Burma Road Riot, despite being often misunderstood and misinterpreted is still regarded as one of the most significant events in the racial and political history of The Bahamas. Although there were immediate causes of the riot, the social system existing from emancipation fostered dissatisfaction in the hearts of many non-white Bahamians. Prior to 1838, slaveholders who were mostly white were prescribed by law to own black slaves but after emancipation in 1838, Bahamian society was reorganized in a three tier system, the white elite, the coloured middle class and the black masses. Although this system was similar to the model of The British West Indian colonies, The Bahamas, due to its proximity to the United States, was influenced by The Jim Crowe laws existing in The Southern United States which discriminated against African Americans in an effort to control their movements. The white elite, being the former slave holders used any means necessary to maintain their status as the ‘master class.’ This included economic control through the use of the truck, share and labour tenancy systems, which ensured that black Bahamians were in debt, legal means which prevented them from not acquiring land, and social means by using the coloured middle class to create social divisions among the black Bahamians. Bahamian society...
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...CHAPTER 3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY This chapter presents the method of research utilized in the study, the population, sample size, and sampling technique, description of the respondents, research instrument, data-gathering procedure, and statistical treatment used for data analysis. Research Method Used The descriptive method of educational research was employed in the study, since it describes what traits or what it is of a certain educational phenomenon. Borg defines the descriptive method as a distinctive research methodology of systematic data collection, presentation, and analysis. The method of research is concerned with conditions and relations that exist, practices that prevail, processes that are going on, point of view effects that are being felt, or trends that are developing. This method is the most appropriate method for this study, as Best asserts that the descriptive research goes beyond mere tabulation of data to the analysis and interpretation and meaning of what is being described. It involves a more in depth analysis through the use of numerical and comparative analysis. Population, Sample Size and Sampling Technique Table 1 Frequency and Percentage Distribution of Population and Sample |Course, Year and Section |Population |Sample |% | |BSMT-A1 |48 |12 ...
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...SYDENHAM INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES, RESEARCH & ENTREPRENEURSHIP EDUCATION FINURTURE: Nurturing your Financial Knowledge An Initiative by SIMSREE Finance Forum Top Stories: India Achieving 4.6% fiscal deficit target for FY-12 a great challenge: Pranab Mukherjee Amid volatile commodity prices and a sluggish global economy, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee today said meeting the 4.6 per cent fiscal deficit target for FY'12 will be a "great challenge". Main reason cited by FM behind this being the crude prices remaining at elevated level. The rupee has slipped to 50 against the dollar. Here’s why The rupee slumped to 50 against the dollar level for the first time since May 2009 on Friday on speculation that slowing economic growth and faster inflation will hamper foreign investment. The currency has declined 10.8% this year, the most among Asia’s 10 most-traded currencies. Sudden surge in India's exports to Bahamas raises doubts An amazing surge in India's exports to the Bahamas has stoked the lingering suspicion that a slice of the country's trades is sham transactions done to bring back money stashed in secret accounts with offshore banks. In just two years, exports to the Bahamas — best known as a tax haven — have shot up from $2.2 million in 200809 to $2.2 billion in 2010-11. 9% growth target in 12th Plan gets NDC approval Paving the way for formulating the 12th Five-Year Plan (2012-13 to 2016-17) document, the National Development Council (NDC) meeting...
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...targeting tourism to generate more income for their national economy. In order to be successful, each country needs to formulate a tourism strategy that identifies and justifies its strategic objectives, priorities, and targets. Small States are particularly challenged because they are more dependent on external trade while having fewer domestic resources on which to draw. For this project1, six Small States representing different geographic regions and stages of development were chosen for an examination of best practices and lessons learned in developing a national or regional tourism strategy: the Bahamas, Botswana, Bulgaria, The Gambia, Trinidad & Tobago, and Vanuatu. A tourism best practice is an innovative policy, strategy, programme, process, or practice that is shown to produce superior results. Country Type of Best Practice Example of Best Practice The Bahamas service design One-stop online booking and immigration card Botswana planning process National Eco-Tourism Strategy Bulgaria planning process National Tourist Council The Gambia service delivery Redistribution of resources Trinidad & Tobago linkages with intermediaries Trinidad & Tobago Tourism Industry Certification programme Vanuatu...
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...our hands. Beautiful people came from around the world to glimpse famous people visiting the island, or to get away from the hardship and stress of their everyday lives. As for me, I saw the poverty of Nassau, Bahamas. Desperate people crowded the straw market and stared across the bridge at Atlantis where vacationers slept in Mahogany furnished rooms with luxurious bedding. Why did the residents have to live the way they do, sleeping on dirt floors? Into the night, the brilliant lights of Atlantis became a world miles away, but out of grasp. We approached the market eager to do some local shopping. Hundreds of vendors brought everything they created to start their marketing line. We live in the U.S., where items are ready-made and disposable, and, if something breaks, we buy a new one. I began thinking about my Michael Kors sunglasses that I had broken on the boat and how I was going to order a new pair when I arrived home. This venue, this world I walked into, was a world that required thought and imagination, of taking the very least commodity they had and turning it into a marketable item to sell, not for the latest technological device or new shoes, but to put food on the table. It humbled me immensely. Louis 2 I approached an elderly man, who looked to be about eighty years old. He dressed in modest clothes, dirty and completely barefoot, took the dried corn shucks from his field and weave them tenderly into beautiful flowers and intricate baskets. Endlessly, he laid...
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...Running Head: Financing Alternatives Lester Electronics Financing Alternative Benchmarking for Bernard Lester University of Phoenix MBA – 540 Introduction In this paper will compare and contrast issues that various companies had experienced in past mergers to the issues presented in the Lester Electronic Scenario. The companies benchmarked are Disney-Pixar, Lucent-Alcatel, Monaco Coach Corporation, SMC Corporation, Infosmart-Cyber Merchants, Fidelity Bank of Nassau, Royal Bank of Canada, and AT&T. One of the issues presented in the scenario is that LEI was preparing to conduct a joint venture with Shang-wa when Transnational Electronics made an offer to acquire Shang-wa. The main issue is that if Shang-wa is acquired by TEC, the joint venture between Shang-wa and LEI will not be possible. LEI intends to remain as the company of choice but this might not be possible if TEC acquires Shang-wa. Some of the concepts that Team A will evaluate considering the LEI scenario issues are: capital management strategies to maximize shareholder wealth, economic exposure, the challenges of cross-border growth strategies, working capital management, and internal and external growth strategies, and cultural barriers, while identify the best financing alternative for the merger. Companies Benchmarked Alcatel-Lucent – Yolanda Smothers Alcatel-Lucent provides telecommunications...
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...over 14% of the population of the United States. The two groups that will be discussed in this paper will consist of American Mexicans the largest of the Hispanic groups and Puerto Ricans who are the second largest group of Hispanics in the United States. The Mexican American and Puerto Rican groups are the fastest growing group in such states as Utah, New York, Illinois, Texas, California, Arizona and Colorado. The Hispanic population continues to rise in the United States as more opportunities are given to them and this paper will introduce different challenges that these two Latino groups experienced in the United States. This paper will identify two of the largest growing Hispanic groups which consist of Mexican Americans and Puerto Ricans. In this research paper I will recognize who these two groups are, where they originated, why these two groups migrated to the United States, and also include the challenges that they face pertaining to work, health, education, family, and religion. Originated and Migration Mexican Americans are identified as Americans whose ancestors come from Mexico or in most cases move to the United States and become citizens of the U.S and adopt the lifestyle of Americans. Puerto Ricans are identified as descendants of a blended group of Europeans, Africans and/ or what is called Taíno People; who are identified as people that reside in the Bahamas. Both groups migrated to the U.S in different ways but both...
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