...In the novel written by Wes Moore entitled “The Other Wes Moore, told stories about the fates of two different people with the same name and living area. The stories about each of them are very interesting and unique. However, some of the stories are really challenging for me to perceive as a reality that had happened in someone’s life. The stories seems to be quite illogical from my perspective of view because I believe that every grown up adult have the capability of differentiating between the right choice and the wrong ones. For instance, Wes, who is a grown teenager raised by Mary, made many mistakes in his life even though plenty of advises have been given to him. Firstly, Tony has advised Wes to stay away from drugs or any business related...
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...Other Wes Moore The Other Wes Moore is a story of two different lives, but with the same name, and how their journeys have been shaped by their decisions in the past. Through the book, there are many recurring themes. An individual's choices has consequences, Discipline and violence, the influence of family and friends are all common themes shown by author Wes moore throughout the book, shining light on each of their life journeys. One common theme throughout the book is that, an Individual's choice has consequences. This theme is shown throughout the book from multiple devices. Imagery is a strong device used by many authors to visually describe a literary work. In the other Wes Moore, imagery...
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...The Other Wes Moore, Two lives, Two names The author Wes Moore makes the statement about of his life almost being that of the other Wes Moore's, that he could have easily followed the same fate of the other Wes Moore, In the Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two fates, two people with the exact same name are identified: Wes Moore 1 and Wes Moore 2. The whole story describes each person’s life and the struggles they went through while growing up. One of them seemed destined for greatness, but unfortunately the other suffered in many ways. Wes Moore one was given a better future by his parents, location, and education, but the same could not be said about the other wes moore. The Tagline for The Other Wes Moore is: “The chilling truth is that his story could have been mine. The tragedy is that my story could have been his.” What does it mean, Do i agree with it? Why or Why Not? In literature, a tragedy is a work in which the protagonist is brought to ruin as a consequence of tragic flaw, a moral weakness, or the inability to cope with unfavorable circumstances. Given that definition, would i say that the other Wes Moore's story is a...
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...motivated by valuable gain. Although we do altruistic things, we usually expect compensation. Just as the ‘do-gooder’ who donates to Goodwill expects to claim a tax deduction, the supporter who donates blood to the American Red Cross expects to receive free food and a T-shirt. Scientific research relies heavily on patient donations in order to gain insight into common health care strategies and to study disparate medical conditions; yet, a large amount of controversy exists regarding patient compensation. The most famous case regarding this controversy concerns Henrietta Lacks, a patient whose cancerous cells, taken without consent, became a worldwide tool for scientific research, and led way for Biotech companies to earn billions while Henrietta and her family received nothing. In The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, the author Rebecca Skloot investigates Henrietta’s case, and includes asides of other research patients’ experiences regarding compensation. With consent now as convention, a relevant question arises in Skloot’s text: Should the research enterprise compensate patients who donate tissues for research, both in and outside of the course of medical care? This question demands reverent reflection, as the response will likely set a precedent for years to come. In order to examine whether patients in the course of medical care should receive compensation for tissue donations to research, we can turn to Skloot’s aside on John Moore. While undergoing treatment for spleen...
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...address the true state of her place in society, however, when she observes firsthand the stark contrast between the rich and the poor at a fancy toy store in Manhattan. Initially furious about the blinding disparity, her emotionally charged reaction ultimately culminates in her acceptance of the real state of things, and this acceptance in turn cultivates her resolve to take action against the socioeconomic inequality that verily afflicts her, ensuring that "ain’t nobody gonna beat me at nuthin" (606). "The Lesson" posits that far from being insurmountable, economic and social injustice can be risen above, but it is necessary that we first acknowledge the role that it plays in our lives, and then determine to take action against it; indifference, and the inaction that it breeds, can only serve to perpetuate such injustices. Sylvia’s languid regard for Miss Moore,...
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...world full of fear and hatred, burning rampidly through many men, growth has been halted. Not growth as in height, or weight, but growth of character, growth of personality, of temperament. Having the capability to broaden the mind and expand personal boundaries and push the limits chosen to be accepted, that is when mankind will prosper. Accepting oneself and discovering purpose in ones abilities, that is when mankind will prosper. Facing challenges and overcoming obstacles, exceeding the physical boundaries of the human body, that is when mankind will prosper. Through reflection, personal growth is the ability to change the thinking, behaviors, and beliefs of an individual, which are found present in the book The Other Wes Moore, the commencement speech by Neil Gaiman, and the song A Change is Gonna Come. The Other Wes Moore is a tale...
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...Business writing portfolio Marianella Moore Com/285 September 25, 2012 Walt Hill Business writing steps Thesis statement; How do I relay a negative message in a positive way to three different audiences? 1. Perform an audience analysis 2. Determine audience type 3. Choose message formats • A business letter • A business memo • An e-mail message 4. Offer a solution to fix problem 5. Consider positive and negative 6. Show empathy in message 7. Offer alternatives Portfolio Marianella Moore September 25, 2012 Strawbridge’s 678 Presedential St. Philadelphia, PA 19116 Store Managers Strawbridge’s 2469 Ridge Ave Philadelphia, PA 19137 Dear Store Managers; As some of you are aware there has been many budget cuts within the company, in result we had to make some changes in order to save your jobs. Due to the Issues Strawbridge’s is currently facing there will be some adjustments made that will affect your work schedule. All Managers will have to work fewer days a week. The company is forced to make these adjustments in effort to combat rising gas prices and save money on store operations. In the upcoming week Stores will be closed on Sundays. On Monday through Saturday, stores will open an hour later and close an hour earlier. Full-time employees, including managers, work...
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...|Eastern philosophy | |Vs | |Western Philosophy | |Compare eastern and western philosophy | | | |Kimberly Lynn Stachowski | | | |PHI-105 Introduction to Philosophy | | | |September 11,2011 | | ...
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...University of Phoenix Material Week Three EthicsGame Simulation Worksheet Student Name: _________________________ Facilitator: _________________________ Complete the interactive EthicsGame simulation located on the University of Phoenix student website for Week Three. Note. You can only go through the simulation once, so please use this worksheet to take notes. The simulation uses the following decision model with the indicated critical decision points. Take notes about your decisions or make a copy of the screen when you complete the work to ensure you have the information needed to write your reflection at the end of the simulation. |The Mysterious Blogger | |Step 1: |What is the issue? |Screen | |Be attentive. | |4 | | |Notes: | | | |How to discipline an employee who publicy revealed proprietary company information without condoning| | | |the fact that the identity of the individual was discovered via illegal means...
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...Literature and the Community, How Similar They Are ENG 125: Introduction to Literature Heather AltfeldFisher July 16, 2010 Abstract Often times, art is a reflection of life as we know it. Artists are often inspired to create based on their surroundings, and life experiences. Literature can take people to places in which they never thought they could be a part of. This paper will briefly review two works of literature. We will then review how the works reflect the communities in which the stories are based on. The Lessons of Life The Lesson by Toni Cade Bambara is a novella set in the projects of New York City in the 1970’s. Sylvia is a street wise kid living in the projects being mentored by a well educated woman named Miss Moore. Sylvia seems to be proud, and smart and is acutely aware of the surrounding in which she lives in. Miss Moore is considered to be a well educated woman in the neighborhood. She feels as if she is obligated to show Sylvia, along with the other children a different way of living. Miss Moore becomes a mentor for the children and decides to take them out on an excursion. The language of the narrative lets the reader become familiar with what kind of neighborhood in which "The Lesson" is taking place. Bambara does not give details on what kind of neighborhood this is but the reader is able to get a picture...
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...It is additionally noted that not all issues can be settled overnight, so results are not as quick as one may anticipate. By the information about administrator employments, we become more acquainted with what really they are anticipating from the database admin. So that our methodology as the organization required and becomes more acquainted with what are the most recent innovations are utilized to maintain the business and competitors can update their resumes. I will look through job search tools with respect to database admin employments and transfer my timely updated curriculum vitae. These studies and data will help me to accomplish my objective to get a position as a database...
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...The following reflection explores my experience and learning as I venture into higher education via online learning this semester. As part of this exploration, I have reviewed my learning of time management techniques, motivation theories, deep and surface approaches to learning against the backdrop of this journey. I have included the thinking of others, my own experience and how this has and will affect my engagement online in the future. I have had mixed experiences over the past six weeks, when working through the materials and activities. However, I consider that both the positive and negative events have led me to reflect and develop a deeper understanding of the practice associated with online learning and each of the topics (Biggs & Moore 1993). I continue to work at each of the tasks required and apply a ‘read extra’ approach. This is challenging in the time available. However, I came into this degree wanting to learn as much as possible. Time management techniques, as reflected in my journal, allow me to stop, reflect on priorities and get organised. I have long term and daily planners (Time Management, p.2). I am also applying the 80/20 Pareto Principle. I take regular breaks and reduce the work periods. These are productive and achievable chunks of study (Jay 2002, p.68). I now know that not only does this provide a structured approach to my learning, but it also gives me a sense of control. I mentioned in my journal, that I have post-polio syndrome...
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...Closing the gap: Equality verses Equity and BC’s New Curriculum How do we close the gap between teaching and inclusion of all children? The idea is that the new standards of teaching, to all children, is a better investment for the latest education funding. Equally not all students would benefit from the same supports in a classroom. When students are given different supports to make tasks possible they are being treated equitably; however, the goal is to remove all barriers in curriculum and teaching by providing flexible opportunities for all students without supports or accommodations. Moore suggests “We need to re-design our teaching to better meet the needs of all students so that you need to add less support after the fact.”...
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...member perspective). | |List the team members names and roles: | |1. Erin Tartaglia – Team Leader | |2. Christos Stavrakis – Content Expert | |3. Jillian Stephens – Devil’s Advocate | |4. Gloria Moore – Project Manager | |5. Edward Sumani – Team Recorder | |Part I. Communicate the Decision Process. What needs to be...
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...true knowledge derived from the senses. Rene Descartes, a rationalist, and John Locke, an empiricist, were prime examples of epistemologists who were seen to differentiate greatly within each of their philosophies. However, although Descartes and Locke’s ideas did contrast in that sense, they both shared common concepts that helped mould the basis of their ideas. Descartes and Locke both agreed that there were things in life that exist that we can be certain of. For Descartes, human experiences did not provide sufficient proof of existence. He indicated that through his Dream Conjecture and his Evil-Demon Theory (Paquette 205). Descartes stated that we cannot be certain if reality is a dream or not, thus questioning our existence (Paquette 205). In his Evil-Demon Theory, Descartes claimed that for all he knew, an evil demon could be putting thoughts into his head, making him think that reality was true when it was in fact false (Paquette 205). Ultimately, all this thinking resulted in Descartes coming to the conclusion that the one thing we could be sure of existing is the mind (Newman 2010). This can be seen through his most famous quote, “I think therefore I am (Kaplan 2008).” Descartes claimed that since he was able to doubt and think using his mind, his mind must exist (Paquette 205). Similarly, Locke was also sure of existence. He believed that every object was made up of primary qualities as well as...
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