...GS1115: Critical Thinking Skill Essay 3.1 The problem that I am going through now is that, my work time coincides with the time that I go to school. I met with all the people who I thought that could help me at my job to give me a flexible schedule to work and go to school, but they all failed me. I met with the HR, Plant Manager and the Production Manager and they all had the same answer, that is, they having done it for anyone before, so they can’t do it for me. My reason of still being with the company is I started there as a “Temp” making just $ 8.00 a day. I have worked my way up and making a little over $ 14.00 with 401k, health, dental, vision, life and a tuition reimbursement program. With that being said, I don’t want to leave the job to start another job that will start me with the same minimum wage and not having any benefits. This bothers me a lot and I can’t stop thinking about it. I could have left at the time they told me that they couldn’t accommodate my schedule, but I thought about it critically I don’t having a career, quitting the job for another will be another setback for me that is, starting with $ 8.00 would do me any good. Especially, I have a car note, mortgage, insurance, light and water bills etc. The problem has great impact on me as a person and it has the propensity to derail my learning process. I do understand that going to school is in the best interest in hoping for a brighter future, and I also need this job to sustain me while I...
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...Motivation: Self-worth theory Motivation: Self-worth theory Since 1890 many people have pondered and tested the theory that what a person thinks about themselves impacts what they achieve in life. Goals, aspirations and the motivation to achieve such things vary from person to person depending their high or low opinion of self-worth. There is a direct correlation between success and self-worth, academic goals and achievement behavior are affected by the quality of self-regulation (Covington, 2000). Education is all about motivation and when someone has a greater sense of self[worth they want to achieve greater things and better themselves. Besides self-worth another huge motivator is to have a sense of belonging, integrity, and the respect of others (Covington, 2000). Building the self-worth of employees is a great motivational tool. Recognizing superior effort publicly, or privately will boost a person’s self-worth and motivate them to keep up the good work or do better. Simply treating someone with respect and dignity will greatly improve their self-worth and therefore their motivation. If you treat an employee as an equal, listening to their ideas and contributions instead of just forcing them to implement your ideas, they will feel better about themselves and their work. Business is serious, but people will be more motivated if they have reason to smile (Charney, 2005). ...
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... This prevents me from becoming bored and not feeling motivated to get things done. 2. My main motivation comes from setting and focusing on certain goals. Maintaining these helps me to see the daily achievement levels when concerning that particular goal. 3. I try to stay positive and have an open mind in regard to my goal. I know that if I nitpick and think negatively it will affect my overall achievement/motivation. 4. I start out with small goals and gradually increase them as I go. This aids in not over doing things and having the “I just cannot attitude”. 5. If I start to feel like giving up or stopping because I am overwhelmed, I ask for help or start to think about the good that will come from that main focus. 6. I keep schedules and maintain daily routines. This starts my motivation early in the morning to get things done, so I possibly have the rest of the day to enjoy! 7. I try to talk myself out of making excuses and am pretty good at doing so. I weight the negative with the positive, and decide what the result are if I do not do or complete the task. 8. I remind myself of all the things I have accomplished when I start to feel like I cannot do something. 9. I tell myself that I would not want my children to quit so easily and that I have to be a positive influence, especially when showing that good motivation gains positive...
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...Public opinion & Political socialization The democratic process encourages citizens to form opinions on a number of issues. They call upon voters to choose candidates in elections, to consider constitutional amendments, and to approve or reject municipal taxes and other legislative proposals. Almost any matter on which the executive or legislature has to decide may become a public issue if a significant number of people wish to make it one. In a democracy, the right of people to freely express their opinions is fundamental. Elected officials should consider public opinion when making decisions. The ways Americans express their opinions vary. They can write letters to newspapers, express, their ideas in online forums on Facebook, blogs and tweets. They vote and organize politically. In July 2011 during the debt crisis President Barak Obama and the republicans in the U.S. House Of Representatives realized how important public opinion was. Public opinion is the aggregate of individual attitudes or beliefs shared by some portion of adult population without public opinion on certain issues, how would we know the wants and needs the public want? Political scientists have not been as concerned with what part the public opinion should play in a democratic polity and have given more attention to establishing what part it does play in actuality. With the examination of many histories of policy formation, it’s been said that no sweeping generalization can be made that will hold...
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...“Tourism is travel for recreational, leisure or business purposes.” India is such a country which is rich in beautiful and amazing places. Some places are god created whereas some are man made. But in spite of having unbeatable tourism potential, lesser number of tourists visit different destinations of India for which it is known. This may be due to poor arrangements of transportation for the tourists, non-standardization of fares and rates, improper maintenance of heritages Lack of security and chances of harassment, lack of trained and passionate professionals ,lack of promotional strategies and absence of hygienic amenities in the resorts and hotels. The Department of Tourism was formed to promote international and domestic tourism in the country. It provides infrastructure and carries out publicity campaigns. It provides information aimed at promotion of tourist sites in the world market. IOt formulates policies and programmes for the promotion of tourism in India. It has officers in India and abroad. The Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management, The National Council for Hotel management and Catering technology etc. provide professionally trained personnel to the industry. In 2005 The Indian Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) stared a campaign called 'Incredible India' to encourage tourism in India. For a better growth, the department divided different places in different section like 'spiritual tourism,' 'spa tourism', 'ecotourism' and...
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...Distributed-Counseling Model in 7th Grade Hispanic Middle School Students’ Self-Efficacy Skills and Motivation \ Abstract The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of the distributed counseling model on twenty-four 7th grade Hispanic middle school students’ self-efficacy skills and motivation. This study focuses on measuring the various skills that Hispanic middle school children need to be successful at both the high school and collegiate level through the use of a self-efficacy and motivation instrument. In determining the effects of the distributed counseling model one can identify the effectiveness of this model in aiding with student success amongst Hispanic adolescents. It is noted that self-efficacy, amount of intrinsic as opposed to extrinsic motivation an individual possesses, and overall self-management skills are strong predictors of student success. Introduction Alonso-Zaldivar and Tompson (2010) found that Hispanics are at a point where, “Eighty-seven percent said a college education is extremely or very important, compared with 78% of the overall U.S. population.” However, “Census figures show that only 13% of Hispanics have a college degree or higher, compared with 30% among Americans overall.” This figure alone is astonishing in the sense that Hispanics understand the importance of an education, yet somehow seem to get caught up in the process of actually motivating and self-regulating themselves to achieve these educational goals. It would be...
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...Enhancing the engineering education through Self-Motivated Initiative projects B.R.Senthil Kumar1, J.Prasanth2 1Assistant Professor: Dept. of Mechanical Engineering 2Final Year Student: Dept. of Aeronautical Engineering Anna University affiliated Nehru Institute of Engineering and Technology Coimbatore, India senthilramanseetha@yahoo.com Dr.M.Thiagarajan Dean: Mechanical Sciences Anna University affiliated SNS College of Technology Coimbatore, India Abstract—Self-motivation is when we personally set goals for ourselves and encourage ourselves to accomplish them. Self-motivation is generally stated as "The psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose...
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...Evaluate motivation and self-regulation theories Jay Middleton Applying Learning Theories Can everyone be an online learner No, Online learning is not for everybody, they say, and accomplishment in such projects requires capability and solace with innovation, as well as a blend of individual characteristics and abilities, from self-inspiration to quick writing. Notwithstanding introducing programming, online understudies must be capable work autonomously, oversee time productively, and compose adequately, since such an extensive amount what might be talked about orally in a customary classroom is conveyed through content in online courses. Different components that impact online achievement have nothing to do with innovation. On the off chance that you have a tendency to hesitate, for instance, online courses may not be for you. Since online understudies make their own particular class plans, and are to a great extent free from the structure of frequently planned classes, coursework and perusing can without much of a stretch heap up until there's an excessive amount to oversee. What do the various theories that you have studied contribute to your answer? Cognitive Information Processing Theory. The theory has been utilized to clarify mental procedures as they are affected by both intrinsic and extrinsic variables, which in the long run realize learning in a person. Cognitive Learning Theory suggests that the diverse procedures analyzing so as to concern learning...
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...impact of the SDTs on organizational efficiency, proficiency, and overall effectiveness. Background: In 2003, John Amasi, the Director of Production and Engineering for RL Wolfe introduced the concept of Self Directed Teams into their newly acquired plastics manufacturing plant in Corpus Christi, Texas. Problems: Line workers were treated a lower grade than the maintenance staff. Lack of incentive for extra work and the lack of empowerment for decision making. No control over the day to day activities and no team work Oppotunities: The key Advantages Self Directed Teams are improved quality, productivity and service, greater flexibility, reduced operating costs, faster response to technological change, better response to workers' values, increased employee commitment to the organization, ability to attract and retain the best people. Recommendations: The management team needs to relook its commitment to the self-directed approach and commit to the goals and objectives of the SDT concept. Information by way of feedback from the coordinators and teammates need to be sought to understand the problems with the self-directed teams. There should be continuous training and development for the various line operators and technicians. Employee empowerment and motivation Conclusion: In my opinion SDTs have proven to be an effective tool for improving productivity and staff moral; there are several areas that need to be assessed at Corpus Christi, prior to the implementation...
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...questions pertaining to the above topic. Please be assured that your responses will be treated with strict confidentiality and the data will be gathered will only be used for the purpose of the study. Set (A) Teaching and Non-Teaching staff Direction: Kindly put a check for your answer on the space provided The following are the assigned points and verbal interpretations. 4– Always | 3- Sometimes | 2 – Often | 1 - Never | Questions | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | Vision | | | | | 1. Focus on the big picture | | | | | 2. Ambitious | | | | | Confidence | | | | | 3. Know his/her self | | | | | 4. Decisive | | | | | 5. Control Stress | | | | | 6. Accept Criticism | | | | | People skills | | | | | 7. Listen | | | | | 8. Flexible | | | | | 9. Supportive | | | | | Motivation skills | | | | | 10 Encourage People | | | | | 11. Celebrate Success | | | | | 12. Help out | | | | | Responsibility | | | | | 13. Accept Blame | | | | | 14. Solve Problem | | | | | 15. Lead by example | | | | | Integrity | | | | | 16. Do the right thing | | | | | 17. Honest | | | | | 18. Avoid Gossip | | | | | 19. Do his/her best | | | | | SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE Dear respondents, Greetings!We, the researcher of the College of Radiologic Technology with thesis entitled Effects of leadership skills of...
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...This article was downloaded by: [Lahore University of Management Sciences] On: 02 May 2015, At: 09:58 Publisher: Routledge Informa Ltd Registered in England and Wales Registered Number: 1072954 Registered office: Mortimer House, 37-41 Mortimer Street, London W1T 3JH, UK Anatolia: An International Journal of Tourism and Hospitality Research Publication details, including instructions for authors and subscription information: http://www.tandfonline.com/loi/rana20 Understanding the influence of interpersonal relationships on identity and tourism travel Julia F. Hibbert a b a , Janet E. Dickinson & Susanna Curtin a a School of Tourism, Bournemouth University , Fern Barrow, Poole , BH12 5BB , United Kingdom b School of Business and Economics, Linnaeus University , Kalmar , Sweden Published online: 25 Jan 2013. To cite this article: Julia F. Hibbert , Janet E. Dickinson & Susanna Curtin (2013) Understanding the influence of interpersonal relationships on identity and tourism travel, Anatolia: An International Journal of Tourism and Hospitality Research, 24:1, 30-39, DOI: 10.1080/13032917.2012.762313 To link to this article: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/13032917.2012.762313 PLEASE SCROLL DOWN FOR ARTICLE Taylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the “Content”) contained in the publications on our platform. However, Taylor & Francis, our agents, and our licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness...
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...art? Bali is example of sociocentric culture Persona-based self: It is the dramatis personae, not actore, tha Dramatis persone: Persona = Mask, the mask the not only put on the faces, point the certain role A face a people wear represent the role that they suppose to play. For example: mask life, role on stage, a part on drama, unique person with personal thought feeling and desire. Why Balinese are different: Egocentric: First name, highly individual, unusual names replace common names NAME Name get more unique this day Bali: 4 types of name: First name utterly individual: often nonsense syllable, not much used, in adulthood becomes private, secret. Children most often called by birth order name: Wayan, Njoman, Made, Ktut. Ideal 4 kid in a family, 5th kid start again with Wayna and so on Name is not gendered, third king id tiltle name is high statues used after marriage. Teknonym: naming in terms of a relationship. Name to their youngest descendant: father of…, grandfather of …., keep changing if get younger and younger decendant. Freud’s theory of Repression: Oedipus crisis: boy fears castration, also indentifies with his dad ( introjects), also introjects social rules (which dad symbolizes). Scary person threatening punishment comes into self, scare one inside your head. Boy Felt angry about dad, believe dad had aggressive feeling to him. When they boy introject dad: redirect to self, don’t do it. Repression: slpitting the mind in too part: Consious...
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...Erikson’s Psychosocial Stages Past Self 1. Think of an important event in your childhood. What does this event tell you about yourself in terms of Erikson’s stages? My important event in my childhood is when I won my drums recital at age 7 because I won the competition against 30 other drummers. I think that is the most important event in my childhood because I was able to accomplish something at a very young age and it just brings me joy and all my competitors looked up and idolized me that time. What this event tells me about myself is that you can make everything happen you just have to make that effort to do it 2. Circle what you believe was your resolution at each of the psychosocial stages below and then give a reason for your choice: AGE | STAGE | WHY? | 0 - 1 | Trust vs. Mistrust Trust | I choose trust because if you’re an infant your still finding someone to trust such as your mother | 1 - 3 | Self-reliance vs. Self-doubt Self-reliance | I choose self-reliance because, self reliance is the same thing as having confidence in everything will make you achieve everything | 3 - 6 | Initiative vs. Guilt Initiative | I choose initiative because I like to face challenges and I like making the right choices against the bad one | 6 - 12 | Industry vs. Inferiority Industry | I choose industry because I survive everything life throws at me and there is nothing to be afraid of if you are always doing right thing | Adolescence...
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...Self-motivation has a different meaning to everyone. Literally, the definition of self-motivation is: motivated to do or achieve something because of one’s own enthusiasm or interest, without needing pressure from others. In the novel The Color of Water, written by James McBride, he delineates self-motivation as, “The constant learning and yearning for knowledge…” (pg. 270) James McBride’s view on self-motivation is emphasized through his use of rhetorical terms such as: tone, parenthetical, point of view, and many other rhetorical terms. The attitude of a writer toward the subject or audience is helpful in identifying said writer’s views. In this case, views on self-motivation are being identified. James McBride’s tone in The Color of Water can be described as matter-of-fact. As James describes things his mother, Ruth, does in her retired years he states, “But that’s not enough to keep her busy.” (pg....
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...the perspectives of others. Depending on what you decide can lead you on a road to success or failure, but it is the most crucial and important. Starting from your hygiene, eating habits, school, work, keeping your body in shape to just simple hobbies may have a big impact on your life's longevity and social aspect. The first step in building good personal responsibility, is by first realizing the flaws and mistakes that you have made, because although it is not an addiction we tend to create bad habits. From our early school years up until your set in your career we must have a schedule to keep us on track and at the same time develop self confidence and motivation to better our selves. Creating a physical work out routine will not only maintain your physical shape, but also provides more energy to the body acquiring more self motivation to keep active. Also while exercising your relieving stress from the body and the brain, establishing more space for knowledge and social view point, therefore, make it is easier to become more educated.When we think about how personal responsibility can be related to education we acknowledge that in order to succeed as a student one must form schedules to study and listen to the advice given to us by our teachers, hard work pays off. As a student eager to succeed in high school as well as college must know that asking for help when in doubt is also allowed. Building a foundation to communicate and interact with other people. Accepting new...
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