...to truly identify a Hispanic. The reason for this is because the term Hispanic is used for what seems to be a variety of ethnic backgrounds. If one looks at the term Hispanic in attempts to identify its origin, one will be taken back to a time when the Romans used the root of the word, Hispania, to refer to the Iberian Peninsula (Gracia, 2000). Eventually the term turned into España, and a term used to refer to people from Spain or Spanish descent. However, the term is now used to describe people not only of Spanish descent but also for Latin Americans and descendants of Latin Americans and Spaniards in the United States. The reason attempting to group Hispanics according to a common set of shared traits is problematic; is because Hispanics may have some common traits, however, they also have many differences. The problem is one cannot assume we are all the same, although the saying everyone is equal does come into play it is unlikely that we all in fact share the same traits. So, the idea of assuming Hispanics includes such a diverse group of people seems unrealistic. How can a Latin American, Mexican American, and Spaniard really relate? Although they do have some shared traits historically, they have many differences and this is where the arguments truly begin. Not one individual truly wants to lose their identity and in creating these terms to define a people that is exactly what is being accomplished. It is already a struggle as a human being to truly identify oneself and...
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...Definition Every day, companies face changes, such as launching a new product, or restructuring the organization. What if companies started such changes without making careful plans and implementing change in a conscientious way? The result would be chaos! Strategic change management allows companies to carefully and responsibly make needed changes. Strategic change management is the process of managing change in a structured, thoughtful way in order to meet organizational goals, objectives, and missions. Change is necessary for organizations to continue to thrive and meet and exceed the competition of industry competitors. For example, if Mary's Markers is only making permanent markers, and Mary's top competitor, Wally's Writing Utensils sells both permanent and dry erase markers, Mary may need to lead her company through the change of beginning to sell dry erase markers to remain competitive. Selected Models & Examples There are numerous models for managing a change process. Two models that are particularly well-known and useful in understanding strategic change management are John Kotter's Change Model and Kurt Lewin's Change Model. Kotter's Change Model: This model advocates that companies lead employees through eight critical steps. The eight steps include: Establishing a sense of urgency, or making sure that there is a need for the change and that people understand that need. Creating a guiding coalition of supporters that can help model the new change and...
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... School of Business and Economics. It consists of a study for the launch of a new and original product, called Smartink, as well as a proposal for a commercial plan of action. Even in the technological era we live in, it is noticeable that people still do a considerable amount of work recurring to paper materials, and not just electronic devices as many would have thought. So when it comes to studying or memorizing certain text or book it is fundamental to highlight the more important information in order to achieve better results. However, a lot of people do not...
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...to a Discourse Marker Abstract: This study investigates the various uses of a kind of, ranging from a noun construction equivalent to a type of to a discourse marker with interpersonal or textual meaning, and special emphasis is laid on the differences between its nominal qualifying and adverbial uses and its peculiarity as a discourse marker. Grammaticalization underlies the different uses and their co-existence. There is a close correspondence between its form and meaning, and on the other hand, the proper interpretation of the different uses depends on the context. Key words: a kind of, grammaticalization, nominal qualifier, adverbial, discourse marker 1. Introduction (A)kind of/sort of occurs with a significantly high frequency in spoken English. There...
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...emotions and other mental phenomena. For example, lets say that we are holding a marker. We think that we know what the marker is, as we have become very familiar with it through experience. However, we do not have the idea of the marker itself. Rather, we posses the impression we have of the idea of the marker, which has been made through our experience. So, when we are perceiving the marker, we are actually perceiving ourselves and our impressions. Then, Hume explains relations of ideas and matters of fact. Relations of ideas typically refer to mathematical truths, which are definite facts. Therefore, when someone denies them, a contradiction...
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...ACCA QUALIFICATION PAPERS P1, P3, P4, P5, P6 AND P7 How to tackle exams: a marker’s perspective I have been lecturing students for more than 15 years (usually over 400 at every sitting) preparing them for their final level strategic management paper, and my advice echoes many of the points made in the examiner’s recent video presentation. I decided to become a marker to help me understand why apparently well-prepared students performed badly in the actual exam. I wanted some insight because, whenever a student marginally failed, they would insist that they did not understand why. This article will hopefully show how the good advice given by your tutor and the examiner often falls on deaf ears. In my marking experience I have seen how students who marginally fail do so not as a result of lack of knowledge, but because of very basic mistakes in technique – many of which are mentioned in the examiner’s presentation. The points considered in this the article are highlighted in bold and address some of these basic mistakes. Where appropriate, I have tried to back up these points from my experience as a Paper P3 marker. The examiner identified the following key points: • • • • • However you study, ensure that you cover the complete syllabus Undertake practice scenario questions under realistic time constraints Practice your handwriting in three-hour sessions Read widely, keep up to date, be aware of global trends and issues Revise properly and comprehensively. Don’t question spot ...
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...Middle Adulthood: An Interview with the Average Aging Adult and Current New Markers Changing the Transition into Adulthood. Olga Bell All people go through various stages as they grow into adulthood and into old age. These stages look different for each person but these different stages and life development is what makes each and every one of us individuals. The struggles, blessings, learning and emotional development are all characteristics of human growth and development. The following is an evaluation of only one women who is in middle adulthood. The following describes how upbringing, age, emotional, and psychological development allow to people to grow into one’s own personality. Jane is a thirty seven year old female. She was born on November 4, 1976 in Amherst, New York. When Jane was 10 months old her family moved to Middle Tennessee due to her father finding a well-paying job. She is the youngest of three children (sisters) and was a late life baby. Jane has a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources and is a well-known and respected member in her community. Jane was a late life baby. She is the youngest of three children. Her siblings at the time of her birth were nine and twelve. This age gap in her perception stirred inside of her a feeling of being different than the other members in her family. She was constantly picked on and felt like an annoyance to her siblings and was not included in many things because of her age. While Jane grew up she felt like an...
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...Part 1 of 16 - 2.0/ 2.0 Points Question 1 of 23 1.0/ 1.0 Points The chi-square goodness-of-fit test can be used to test for: A.significance of sample statistics B.difference between population means C.difference between population variances D.normality Answer Key: D Question 2 of 23 1.0/ 1.0 Points A company operates four machines during three shifts each day. From production records, the data in the table below were collected. At the .05 level of significance test to determine if the number of breakdowns is independent of the shift. Machine Shift A B C D 1 41 20 12 16 2 31 11 9 14 3 15 17 16 10 A.The number of breakdowns is dependent on the shift, because the test value 11.649 is less than the critical value of 12.592. B.The claim that the number of breakdowns is independent of the shift cannot be rejected, because the test value 11.649 is less than the critical value of 12.592. C.The number of breakdowns is dependent on the shift, because the p-value is .07. D.The number of breakdowns is independent of the shift, because the test value 12.592 is greater than the critical value of 11.649. Answer Key: B Part 2 of 16 - 3.0/ 3.0 Points Question 3 of 23 1.0/ 1.0 Points In choosing the “best-fitting” line through a set of points in linear regression, we choose the one with the: A.smallest number of outliers B.largest sum of squared residuals C.largest number of points on the line ...
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...Explicit Core Instruction Specially Designed Instruction Introduction: Begin the lesson by asking students to count to five aloud. Next, draw five balloons on the dry erase board. Allow the students to count them again. Color in two balloons and have them count them. Do this a few times. Accommodations: Place student E in front of the board. Strategies: Give student E a small dry erase board and a marker to copy what the educator does on their board. Technology/Equipment: personal dry erase board and marker. Active Teaching/ Modeling: Draw five balloons on the dry erase board. Tell the students that you need to color three balloons red. Color one balloon and say “one,” color another and say “two.” Ask the students “how many balloons do I need to color?” Agree or correct the number the students said. Color in the last balloon and count them aloud. Lastly write the numeral 3 under the balloons. Accommodations: Place student E in front of the board. Call her name when she becomes...
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...areas about which you are still unsure. In this case study you do not need an introduction or conclusion for this case study of 1500 WORDS ± 10% due by midnight 8th April Turnitin. Just answer the questions. Turnitin is located in your campus specific block. Although we suggest you do your background reading in the current textbooks for basic information, the case study also requires you to find current literature/research/articles to support your discussion throughout the case study. Do NOT use Better Health Channel, WedMed, dictionaries, encyclopaedias etc. These are NOT suitable academic sources. If you use these you will not meet the criteria for this question and you will lose marks. You must follow the APA referencing format as directed by ACU in your case study and in your reference list. The Library website has examples of how to do this referencing and you can find the correct format at the end of your lectures and tutorials as well as in the free Student Study Guide. This essay should have approximately 10 relevant sources. Textbooks, if cited, should be a range of medical-surgical, pathophysiology, anatomy & physiology and pharmacology for specific information e.g. organ function or drugs. Do not copy information from books or articles or information from previous students’ assignments. This is plagiarism and you will be heavily penalised. Turnitin will highlight copied information to markers. Please give a title...
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... Section: WWW address: http://jn.nutrition.org/content/119/4/591.full.pdf+html?sid=1a093595-ff74-47b2-be96-8b9ebdcb7415 TITLE OF THE ARTICLE: Biochemical Markers for Assessment of Niacin Status in Young Men: urinary and Blood Levels of Niacin Metabolites I. Answer 14 Screening Questions and Subparts (10%) 1. Who maintains the site? The Web site is maintained by American Society for Nutrition, a non-profit organization. 2. Who pays for the site? ASN Research Foundation pays for the site. a. Does it sell advertising? Yes, there are advertisements but very few and not disturbing. b. Is the Web site sponsored by a drug company? No, it is not sponsored by a drug company. 3. What is the purpose of the site? The Web site claims that the purpose is to develop and extend knowledge of nutrition, provide reliable nutrition information, and improve public health. 4. Where does the information come from? Most of the information comes from two of the major journals, The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition and The Journal of Nutrition. c. Can these people be contacted if visitors to the site have questions or want additional information? Yes, they can be contacted in the “Contact Us” section of the Web site. 5. What is the basis of the information? The basis of the information is mostly formed by statistics and researches. d. Is your article based on facts or opinion? Explain...
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...10 lectures and how they relate to one another. The Unit topics inter-relate and it is important that you demonstrate your ability to synthesise ideas and topics in your answers. • Below are some ‘dos’ and ‘don’ts’ for essay writing success. DO • Remember to consult the marking scale in the Handbook. This will give you an indication of what is required at different levels. • Make sure you read the precise wording of the Q and tailor the response accordingly. • Do not write the answer with the unit convener in mind. Essay scripts are moderated by two internal (School for Policy Studies) academics and potentially one external academic examiner. Your responses will potentially need to make sense to all three. • Reference your material using the Harvard system. Check your course handbook for details. Be consistent in your referencing. This is extremely important. • Your referenced material must be relevant to the course. Find your own sources by all means but stay within the topic area. • Be careful about using internet sources. If you use them you need to demonstrate their credibility and reference accordingly. See guidelines in course handbook. • Define and describe terms. Assume the reader knows nothing and take them through the piece. This does not have to be too detailed but just a line or two setting out key terms. E.g. if you introduce New Public Management or Street Level Bureaucrats then define and describe it briefly, preferably making...
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...to conduct a novel study. So, it is fine to simply do one of these projects.) See what the syllabus has to say about the evaluation of this project here. If you really think you have a GREAT project idea, different from any below, that you want to pursue, you must obtain permission to do it. You will be asked to show that you really know: 1) your research question, 2) the limitations and advantages of your proposed methodology, 3) how your research is situated within a tradition of sociolinguistic research. General Calendar: The notations for WEEKS show a recommended schedule for working on the project without having a frantic rush at any one time. 1. WEEK 2: In class this week, you will choose a presentation. Carefully consider making your data collection project tied to this presentation. This is because you want to have a good understanding of some of the extant research on your topic around which you can structure your project. Previous research also gives you 1) good insight into how to narrow a topic of appropriate size for focused study, 2) insight into the theoretical and research questions that sociolinguists ask. 2. WEEKS 3-4: Make a final decision about your research topic. First, read the options, below, under “Project Topics.” Choose one of these, perhaps as part of a group doing the same topic. You still have to collect data and figure out how you will do other parts of the projects that are...
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...paintball event. It is a great way to relieve stress and have fun at the same time. Even if the stepmother from hell is on the same team as you, keep in mind there is such a thing as “friendly fire” (“accidentally” shooting someone on your team). Organizing a paintball event isn’t as easy as it seems. You need to know how many people are attending, what they need to bring, and the waivers need to be signed. The first step is to check out local fields. Some things to look for are, the ratio of referees to players, goggle signs, barrel plugs and personality of the staff. Typically, playing fields are crowded on the weekend. Most fields will open during the week for a group of twenty or more, but do ask. Price is also a consideration; this is an expensive hobby. Expect to pay at least $85 for a case of paint, goggle rental and a paintball marker (gun) rental for a four-hour session. Preferably, try to plan the outing when the weather is comfortable. Playing in the 100 degree Texas heat would be rough on most corporate types. On the day of the event, it is best for everyone participating to dress in layers. Being hit with a paintball does sting. Professionals recommend wearing gloves and a hat as hand shots and headshots seem to hurt the most. Wear comfortable shoes, cleats if possible, if not tennis shoes with good tread. Most often, the playing fields are on grass or dirt surfaces. Usually fields have food and drinks for sale but to be on the safe side bring water, as dehydration...
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...Unit II: Genetics Brief Overview Reading: Chapters 3, 4, 9-12, 14 (Note: you have reviewed much of this already) The earth is teeming with living things. We can easily see some of the larger organisms—trees, grass, flowers, weeds, cats, fish, squirrels, dogs, insects, spiders, snails, mushrooms, lichens. Other organisms are everywhere, in the air, in water, soil and on our skin, but are too small to see with the naked eye—bacteria, viruses, protists (single celled eukaryotes such as amoebae), and tiny plants and animals. Life is remarkable in its complexity and diversity, and yet it all boils down to a very simple idea—the instructions for making all this life are written in nucleic acids, usually DNA. Most organisms have a set of DNA that contains the instructions for making that creature. This DNA contains four “letters” in which these instructions are written—A, T, G, and C. The only difference between the code for a dog and the code for a geranium is in the order of those letters in the code. If you took the DNA from a human and rearranged the letters in the right way, you could produce an oak tree—arrange them slightly differently and you would have a bumble bee—arrange them again and you would have the instructions for making a bacterium. Acting through more than two billion years, the process of evolution has taken one basic idea—a molecular code that uses four letters—and used it over and over, in millions of combinations to produce a dazzling array of life forms...
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