Petra Tschakert à Department of Geography and Alliance for Earth Sciences, Engineering, and Development in Africa (AESEDA), Pennsylvania State University, 315 Walker Building, University Park, PA 16802-5011, USA a r t i c l e in f o Article history: Received 7 February 2008 Received in revised form 3 May 2008 Accepted 4 May 2008 JEL classification: L72 Q32 Keywords: Artisanal and small-scale mining Recognition Flourishing Alternative livelihoods Ghana a b s t r a c t Much of the discourse
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Section 2 The Outdoor User Content for Section 2 A. Objectives B. Avoiding Survival Situations C. Planning for the Outdoors - Control Plans 1. Climate Control 2. Time Control 3. Energy Control D. Trail Techniques and Conserving Energy in the Outdoors E. Physiological Needs of Humans – The Basic Information F. Principles of Clothing Design G. Clothing Materials H. Coatings and Films I. Insulation J. Summation and Final Reflection K. Resources
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Since the end of World War II, globalization began to commence. Globalization is the process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale (Oxford Dictionary). Factors like the advancement of transportation, technologies, communication as well as genetics have made the world a smaller place. Anna Lindh quoted that “Globalisation has made us more vulnerable. It creates a world without borders, and makes us painfully aware of
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1. Introduction to “When retail tycoon George Davies launched his eponymous clothing line at Asda in 1990, supermarket chic was an alien concept. But where tossing a pair of jeans into our trolleys along with the washing powder was once a novelty, it has now become the norm.” This quote is by Hilary Alexander the fashion director for the Telegraph (published in 2008 November on the Telegraph website under the title “Supermarket fashion sweeps aisles”.) Almost 20 years later (2 years since
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Introducing Victoria’s Secret in France By: Kaitlin McDonald Rachel Pelkey Milena Peneva Prepared for the partial fulfillments for the requirements for: IBMK-421-AE International Marketing Spring 2010 Table of Contents: Executive Summary Company Overview Assessment of Domestic Business Climate Purchasing Power Related Macro Level: GDP Related Sector & Industry Distribution Unit Level: GDP Related (per capita) Consumption
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Harvard Referencing 2007 Note: this page is only an introduction to the Harvard referencing system. Curtin University Library provides a modified version of the author-date system presented in: Snooks & Co. 2002, Style manual: For authors, editors and printers, 6th edn, John Wiley & Sons Australia, n.p. For referencing electronic sources, refer to the American Psychological Association's Publication manual: American Psychological Association 2001, Publication manual of the American Psychological
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Is Childhood Disappearing? 2012 Brendan Dolman Sociology, Unit 3 5/1/2012 Abstract This is a report to look at the social construct of Childhood and whether it is disappearing. This report explores the history of childhood and current socio cultural influences on modern day childhood. Is Childhood disappearing? Introduction I am interested in this subject area because childhood is a social construct which seems to be diminishing from society. This is of particular interest to me
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Oct. 22, 2008 SECTION I: The purpose of this paper is to enlighten individuals on China regarding dynasties, unification, leadership, political philosophies, government structure and international relationships. The country has an extensive history. China also has many customs we would consider to be unacceptable. Come with me and let’s explore the up and coming global power. SECTIONII: There were many dynasties that have ruled China since 2033BC. Xia dynasty is one that people did not want
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Harvard Referencing 2007 Note: this page is only an introduction to the Harvard referencing system. Curtin University Library provides a modified version of the author-date system presented in: Snooks & Co. 2002, Style manual: For authors, editors and printers, 6th edn, John Wiley & Sons Australia, n.p. For referencing electronic sources, refer to the American Psychological Association's Publication manual: American Psychological Association 2001, Publication manual of the American Psychological
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Note: Always make objectives measurable, e.g., 3 out of 5 times, 100%, learn 3 skills, etc., unless they are measurable on their own as in “List and discuss [issue] weekly…” Abuse/Neglect Goal: Explore and resolve issues relating to history of abuse/neglect victimization ▪ Share details of the abuse/neglect with therapist as able to do so ▪ Learn about typical long term/residual effects of traumatic life experiences ▪ Develop two strategies to help cope
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