...(1.57 m) Spouse: Ben Falcone (m. 2005) Upcoming movies: Tammy, B.O.O.: Bureau of Otherworldly Operations Children: Georgette Falcone, Vivian Falcone Melissa Ann McCarthy (born August 26, 1970) is an American film and television actress, comedian, writer and producer. McCarthy first gained recognition for her role as Sookie St. James on the television series Gilmore Girls. She worked in this supporting role from 2000 to 2007. On the ABC sitcom Samantha Who? she portrayed Dena from 2007 to 2009. McCarthy was then cast as Molly Flynn-Biggs on the CBS sitcom Mike & Molly, a role that earned her an Emmy Award, [2] as well as another subsequent nomination. McCarthy was also nominated for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for her work as host on Saturday Night Live. McCarthy achieved major success and fame for her breakthrough film role in the 2011 comedy hit Bridesmaids, which garnered her numerous award nominations including an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress, a BAFTA nomination and a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.[3] In 2013, she co-starred in the films Identity Thief and The Heat. She also appeared in the films The Nines, The Back-up Plan, Life as We Know It, and The Hangover Part III, and next to be seen in Tammy and St. Vincent de Van Nuys. Early life Melissa Ann McCarthy was born in Plainfield, Illinois,[4] the daughter of Sandra and Michael McCarthy.[5][6] She is a cousin of actress/model Jenny...
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...research (theories and/or studies) to our understanding of the formation of relationships (24 marks) One theory of formation of relationships that has contributed to our understanding of the formation of relationships, is the reward/need satisfaction theory. Byrne and Clove suggest that this theory means mutual attraction occurs when each partner meets the other persons need through operant conditioning. This might be the need for financial satisfaction or love etc. The rewards and needs can come from various factors. One of these factors is proximity which describes the distance between you and the potential partner. If the proximity is close then the reward gained is less effort being put in in having to see them. Another factor similarity refers to how similar you are to the potential partner in regards to the interests you both share i.e. religion, beliefs, music etc. The more similar you are the high the reward of enjoying each other’s company. A last factor is physical attractiveness referring to how attractive you think the potential partner is. A supporting study was done by Cate et al where he asked 337 individuals to assess their existing relationships in terms of reward level and satisfaction. The results found that reward levels was the most superior out of all other factors in determining relationship satisfaction. This therefore increases the reliability of the ‘Need/Satisfaction Theory’ and does explain why we form romantic relationships. Also supporting this is...
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...Assignment Assessment Guides MCD2040 Marker’s assessment of Assignment 1(a) - Annotated Bibliography The annotated bibliography should be 400 words and include: • Includes a summary of the main arguments or ideas for each of four academic sources • Includes an in-text citation (direct quote) that does the work of presenting the main argument for each academic source • Includes a critique or evaluation of each source’s usefulness to the essay question. Comments on the source’s reliability, objectivity or bias and makes a comparison with other sources reviewed • Writing and presentation style (clarity, coherence, spelling, punctuation, grammar and format presented as per guidelines detailed in Unit Outline) • Lists the correct bibliographic information for the four academic sources as per the Q Manual (i.e., complete details for the author/s, year, title, and publication) Satisfactory 1% Unsatisfactory 0 1% 0 1% 0 1% 0 1% 0 MCD2040 Marker’s assessment of Assignment 2(a) - Plan of the Group Report The plan of the report should be no more than one page long (approx 250 words) and include: • The purpose of the report • Background to the report (e.g. company information) • Sources of information • Proposed main findings • Proposed conclusions and recommendations Satisfactory 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% Unsatisfactory 0 0 0 0 0 1 MCD2040 Marker’s assessment and feedback sheet for Assignment 1 (b) – Short Essay Criteria Introduction and identification of managers’...
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...instances should be the fair samples of the entire generalized class. Unless the particular evidences are the representative samples, no inductive generalization can have higher degree of probability. So the specific problem of induction is to decide to what extent the evidential samples are fair. Hence our attempt to understand the role of fair samples in induction will be of much help to comprehend the probability of inductive generalization. We have already noticed that the theories or laws established in science are basically generalizations. Further the theories or generalizations in every branch of science mutually support one another and make a coherent system. But in the early state of development of sciences the generalizations were considered as somewhat isolated. Even today there are some areas of science-particularly the social sciences- in which generalizations are somewhat isolated from each other and do not constitute a coherent system. Where the theories or laws are mutually supporting they are highly probable forms of generalizations. But where they are relatively isolated, there the idea of fair sample is very important because on the basis of these instantial representations, generalizations are made. We have already discussed that an inductive generalization is made on the basis of observation of particular instances. The instances which are observed or verified constitute only a...
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...10/23/15 A Defense of Roush: ‘Optimism about the Pessimistic Induction In this paper, I will attempt to reconsider Roush’s paper on the power of empirical evidence on a theory we know to be true or approximately true and to hold that it stands to any attacks that a pessimist attempting to claim a meta-inducted position on current theories. In her paper, she describes how a pessimist cannot hold their argument first on the basis of evidence collection being inherently different in both procedures of collecting evidence and content of evidence to compare theories from the past that have been ruled false with seemingly good supporting evidence compared to theories we think are true now with same level of seemingly good supporting evidence. Roush argues on this point that by comparing different evidence collection and content, the pessimist is left attempting to argue that the evidence of the current theory is not “better” than the the theory of the past. The second type of pessimist driven line of questioning is the idea of reliability of evidence as good support for its corresponding theory. Roush later argues that the scientific theories presented are becoming more reliable and, in that sense, are a good measure of a theory that we assume is the truth or approximately true. The argument Roush lays out first begins by discussing reliability in terms of fallibility. She describes fallibility with the illustration of the preface paradox. In many cases of published literature,...
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...Learning Outcomes Develop and articulate critical knowledge , understanding and analysis of change and the management change situations. Demonstrate the ability to apply theory to practice using appropriate techniques of inquiry. Analyse and critically evaluate aspects of theory and practice under investigation. ▪ Effectively communicate an appropriate solution to a particular case under investigation. Deliverables This group assignment represents 35% of the total marks for this module. The assignment length should be 2,500 words. You should state the number of words used on the cover of the assignment. You may include diagrams or figures, reference and bibliography lists and any appendices without word penalty. The standard sliding scale of penalties for excess length will be imposed. The penalties will be as follows: |1 -10% excess |no penalty | |11-20% excess |3 marks reduction | |21-30% excess |6 marks reduction | |31-40% excess |9 marks reduction | Instructions Consider a change that has happened within an organisation. Taking it as a case study, consider how well the change was managed, and compare it with the taught models on how change should be ideally managed. Question 1 (30 marks) Explore the...
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...very subjective and was influenced by the scientists’ training and religious world views. The author builds a case that most every opinion on the earth’s age goes against the grain of traditional biblical teaching on the earth’s age. The main point of Dr. Mortenson’s article is the idea that scientific opinions about the earth’s age have changed significantly starting in the 18th century until modern day. Mortenson makes a case that the disintegration of conventional and traditional scientific thought regarding the earth’s age has been a major contributor in the societal moral decay that we are currently experiencing. III. Strengths of the Article: The article does an excellent job of discussing and showing how the changing scientific theories over the years have become increasingly...
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...CMM 801: Journalism and Communication Theory Academic Essay Writing An essay is best approached as an intellectual argument that develops from the ideas, issues, theories, concepts, methodologies, etc., you have been taught within the module for which it is the final assessment. It is most important therefore – even as you begin and then progress through the module – that you are clear about the fundamental perspectives, values and assumptions underpinning the course’s main themes and topics as they are being presented to you in lectures and seminars. Remember no theory or perspective has the whole picture. All accounts of the world are partial and biased from a particular understanding of how we are human and what society is. Such-and-such a view is only the case under certain conditions. A prime purpose for an essay is to critique particular ideas, pointing out how explanation A might be more useful and valid than B in these circumstances. In the conclusion of your essay, on the other hand, you might want to point out that in other contexts (social, cultural, eras, etc.) there may be other factors that need to be considered. Do these limit or question the weight of claims you have made in the development of your current argument? Key questions before you embark on writing your essay • Have you identified clearly the key issue the essay question wants scrutinised? • Have you checked the command word in the question – e.g. explain means give details about why...
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...etc.) published in this current year, which manifests some important aspect(s) of retail marketing. Explain your rationale for selecting the article, and use relevant concepts, models and/or theories from the retail marketing literature to analyse the aspects manifested by the article. Explain how the article makes retail marketing concepts and models clearer or more real from your point of view. You are required to produce an ESSAY addressing the above task which should be no longer than 2000 words. The word limit does not include the article itself, which should be included as an appendix to your essay. The essay should be supported by relevant theory, and all sources referred to in the essay should be fully referenced. The essay is to be submitted on or before Monday 11th April 4pm. Assessment Criteria For your guidance, the criteria against which your coursework assessment will be assessed include: Structure, style and presentation Effective selection/organisation of information to answer the requirements of the task Logical essay structure, and coherent writing style Appropriate presentation of references and any supporting documentation Depth of understanding of issues related to the question Identification and appropriate application of relevant theories, models and concepts within the context of the requirements of the assessment Essay content clearly and explicitly linked to the requirements of the task Balance between description and critical...
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...The role of theory in research is the framework for observation and understanding, which identifies both what we perceive and how we comprehend it. It is a systematic description for the observations that relates to a particular aspect of life (Babbie, 2017, p.8). Research theory is a generalized statement that asserts a connection between two or more types of phenomena. In other words, a theory is a system of interrelated abstracts or ideas. The role of theory guides research and organizes its ideas, and thus, the theory becomes strengthened as more supporting evidence is collected. It will provide a context for predictions, develop the capacity to generate new research, as theory is empirically relevant and often tentative. While the Afro-Centric theory has not been considered as a theoretical base to develop new models, it is imperative to build upon the philosophical concepts of the Afrocentric paradigm and encourage practitioners to embrace the developing philosophy as a theoretical framework and improve new practice models for people of African descent. To build upon this model will advance the Afrocentric paradigm shift and build toward evidence-based human services practice. Therefore, the use of the therapy building process would be useful because it begins with observations and uses inductive reasoning to derive a theory from...
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...view will be presented and explained before the author presents his or her own view. Optionally, the author may raise objections to other views on the subject before presenting his or her own view. 2. Proposal of a theory (or principle) which can be used to analyze the case All case analyses must have some theoretical framework on which they are based. Without a framework that illustrates clear behavior-guiding principles, any case analysis will lack compelling support and risk incoherence. 3. Critical analysis of the theory and explanation of why it is superior to alternative theories or principles If the theory has unacceptable flaws, then any case analysis based on that theory or principle will inherit related flaws. Consequently, the author must defend the theory against opposing viewpoints by offering supporting arguments and responding to objections. Any mysterious or puzzling concepts must also be clarified. 4. Application of the theory to the case in question Once the theory or principle has been established and defended, the author analyzes the case using the theory and its core principles as a guide and explains the conclusions that are reached. 5. Critical analysis of the theory’s application to the case in question After analyzing the case using the theory, the author evaluates the...
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...Theory according to the merriam-webster.com is a set of ideas that is intended to explain facts or events. The goal of a theory is to approach a situation and to identify the matter and determine the best outcome from it. The two components of a theory are assessing solutions to the disagreement and specifying the reason for this issue and supporting it with a conclusion. One of the theories I have chosen to use is Deontology and the situation of a mother telling her daughter whether Santa Clause really exists. The components of in this matter in Deontology in this case would be whether the mother should tell the truth or should she lie? Using the Universal Rule Test will portray the actions needed to justify the clarity of its rule of “Never lie” for deciding on telling her daughter the truth or not. As mentioned in the book (Ethics and social responsibility (2nd ed.) “People are taught throughout life at an early age to tell the truth.” In this case some may say the child is at the “age of reason” and it would be okay to lie, with this view in place the principle “Never lie” is not violated. Again as the book states, “It is okay to lie in some situations, but not others.” The relationships between these components are trying to figure out what situations do allow lying and what do not. In order to determine if a theory is valid or not you must distinguish if the premises are taken as the truth, and then the conclusion must be taken as true. Evidence or data is a collection...
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...There are Different theories on what triggers social change but the main ones are Evolutionary theory, conflict theory and functionalist theories. The social change theories provide a framework on which the social movement in Syria can be explained. According to the evolutionary theory society naturally evolves into higher levels with time hence resulting to social change. The public has become aware of its social and economic problems. In its quest to better its living standards grassroots oppositions have become more vocal .This is clearly evident in the social movement of Syria. The social movement hopes to achieve radical reforms which include democracy, improved living conditions both socially and economically. In line with the evolutionary theory all societies undergo the same stages of change the ultimate results will vary from one society and the other. Syria’s social movement revolution hopes the violence and protest will invoke change .Drawing examples from Libya and Egypt which have undergone similar revolutions and the success of the Democratic Republic of Turkey. Syria hopes to achieve similar or even better results in terms of better social and economic reforms. The conflict theory suggests that social change is invoked by the increased awareness on the social inequalities and injustices. Society’s wealthy and powerful ensures the laws favour their interests to...
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...engineer already existing forms of life in the laboratory, and by doing this scientists have been able to produce new forms of life, but they did not produce these new life forms from non-living matter. In my opinion, even if scientists ever do produce life from non-living matter it will only be through intelligent design or planning so it still wouldn't help support any theory of life originating by evolution. Again, science cannot prove that we are here by either chance or design, but the scientific evidence can be used to support one or the other. But how will we know if expensive lawyers are being paid to make sure the experiment is never conducted? With that in mind, it is only fair that evidence supporting intelligent design be presented to students alongside of evolutionary theory. No one is being forced to believe in God so there's no real violation of separation of church and state. Why not enliven this with a student debate on contrasting theories? Why not have an intelligent design advocate stop by science class to be interrogated? Many students, like me, find it hard to understand evolutionary theory, and the scientific method itself, until they are illuminated by contrasting points of view. Each of the articles cited has a detectible bias. However, they were written objectively. The only fact that was left out...
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...While it is clear that Richard Dawkins and Charles Darwin agree upon science, there is one factor in which neither of them can see completely eye to eye, religion. The theory of evolution brings up multiple questions of whether or not there is any legitimacy to the concept of religion, especially that of a polytheistic view of God such as Christianity.With these theories being popular during Darwin’s time period it is easy to believe that Charles believed in God. In Darwin's Theory of Evolution by Nelson Bridgford this idea is supported by analyzing that “Evolution's biggest rival is creationism. Creationism is a religious belief that a higher being created the world and all that resides within it. This theory completely opposes Darwin's theory, which cites no divine intervention.” Now in more modern times there are more skeptical views giving people an understanding of why Dawkins is a non-believer in God coworking with his scientific views. From Richard Dawkins and God it is states that “Dawkins seems to believe that if people could be persuaded to give up the God Hypothesis on scientific grounds, the world would be a better place -- not just intellectually, but also morally and...
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