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In-Class versus Online Learning-An Article Review, 2007.
A review of a research study by Christopher R. Poirier and Robert S. Feldman centered on the effectiveness of in-class versus online learning environments.
1,270 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 1 source, APA, £ 23.95
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This paper examines and reviews a research study which analyzed whether students learned best in-class or online. The study, which was completed by Christopher R. Poirier and Robert S. Feldman compared students' performance academically and their levels of satisfaction with each course structure and delivery method. The paper further highlights the measures used for the study and the authors' methodology.
Outline:
Purpose and Research Question
Setting/Location
Internal Validity Threats
Results/Discussion
Ethics
Evaluation from 2 Perspectives
From the Paper
"Variables. Status/categorical variables included the students' registration and opt-in for either course format while the manipulated variables include 21 specific evaluation criteria distributed across the four scales of instructor evaluation, overall course rating, interaction/feedback ratings, and amount of time spent on the course. Independent variables are the characteristics of the participants, the content and learning materials presented both in the classroom and online, and the teaching approaches, strategies and techniques used by instructors. Dependent variables include the 28 multiple choice questions that comprise the examinations given to both in-class and online students, 23 of which are both administered to both groups of students. 21 total evaluation variables comprise the of instructor evaluation, overall course rating, interaction/feedback ratings, and amount of time spent on the course."
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Hungry Girl is Dieting, 2007.
This paper provides an analysis of the "Hungry Girl" website that concerns female diet issues.
970 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 18.95
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In this article, the writer discusses the "Hungry Girl" website that is devoted to cataloging low-calorie products, diet advice, and other forms of information presumably of interest to female dieters. The writer notes that female thinness as a visual social value rather than a health issue is reinforced through every section of the site, specifically female thinness. The writer points out that the need for help in the pursuit of thinness is also important because the young, female website surfer might fall into a high-calorie craving trap. The writer concludes that the message of "Hungry Girl" is that women are supposed to be 'consumed' by thoughts of food, rather than consuming unapproved food and that they should wish to be thin for thinness' sake, not for health reasons..
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"Female thinness as a visual social value rather than a health issue is reinforced through every section of the site, specifically female thinness. The need for help in the pursuit of thinness is important as well, because the young, female website surfer might fall into a high-calorie craving trap without Hungry Girl's 'nice' girlfriend-like advice, or keeping track of calories and Weight Watchers points. The female-focused nature of the site is obvious from its title, but also in terms of the foods stressed on the site, like chocolate, which presumably all females wish to consume around 'that time of the month.' Also, the target audience seems to be single females, given that almost all the recipes are in single servings, and seems unlikely to be palatable to anyone but a dieter."
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Nursing and the Global Environment, 2007.
This paper discusses how major technological advances have affected healthcare administration.
2,174 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 37.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the topic of healthcare has become increasingly more popular as the world moves into the information age. The writer points out that there are now many more opportunities in healthcare administration than there once were, and that a great deal of these opportunities are now open to women. Further, the writer maintains that there are still people who have such a strong desire to help others that they will willingly take a job making a low salary because the other rewards they receive are so great. The writer argues that the main hope for the future of nursing lies in finding more of these kinds of people. They are certainly out there, and with the changing global environment it seems quite likely that more and more of them will be able to be found. The writer concludes that the global environment is a very good thing for nursing.
Outline:
Introduction
Women in the Healthcare Field
Alternative Medicine
The Need for Lifelong Learning
The Shortage of Nurses
Conclusion
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"Women figure into the growing use of the Internet, as well. The Internet is out there to enlighten and empower consumers, and women are becoming very shrewd consumers. They like to read up on things, they like to know the facts...they want to be informed. Healthcare is especially important to women, who deal with healthcare not just for themselves, but often for their husband and children. They are very conscientious when it comes to their choice of a doctor or hospital, and they learn all they can before the appointment."
"Women who work in healthcare administration know this, because they have families too. The concerns of the wife and mother are the same concerns that these women have as well.
Now that women are starting to enter the field of healthcare administration in greater numbers, the marketing of healthcare will very likely change."
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Facial Recognition Technology, 2007.
An analysis of the advantages of facial recognition technology over other forms of biometric authentication.
825 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 16.95
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This paper discusses facial recognition technology as a method to provide more reliable security and identity confirmation. It describes some of the uses and advantages of facial recognition technology over other forms of biometric authentication. It then discusses its past uses and concludes by discussing its viability for use at large scale venues.
Table of Contents:
Overview
Past Uses
Viability for Use in Large-Scale Venues
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"In order for facial recognition to be effectively implemented at a large-scale venue, the video surveillance infrastructure must be in place, and also be able to provide images at a suitable resolution for facial features to be analyzed. Furthermore, in order to increase the accuracy of the technology, security personnel must be able to maximize control of the environment, as well as the subject. Lastly, it should be noted that, due to technological limitations, "performing facial recognition processes with relatively high fidelity and at long distances remains technically challenging for automated systems" (John D. Woodward et al., 2003, p. 12); therefore, facial recognition must be implemented at points of entry into the stadium, and even then will only have limited success, due to the myriad constraints on the technology, as well as the environmental preconditions that must be met to ensure accuracy."
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Information Technology, 2006.
A review of the MRP system, order management and online ordering system platform that include product configuration, pricing management and compliance system, the service lifecycle management (SLM) system and the supply chain management system of Ingram M
2,197 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 37.95
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This paper analyzes five of the most dominant applications that Ingram Micro uses as one of the global leaders in the distribution of enterprise and personal computing software, hardware, and services. According to the paper, Ingram Micro fulfills many functions both for manufacturers and channel partners that comprise its customer base. The paper further reports that Ingram Micro relies heavily on it's information technology systems that are critical for them to manage and grow their business.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Evaluating Ingram Micro's Five Most Mission Critical Applications
Five Mission Critical Systems Analyzed According to Criteria
Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) Systems
Order Management and Online Ordering Including Product Customization System Platform
Pricing Management and Compliance System
Service Lifecycle Management System
Supply Chain Management System
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"Managing pricing across product lines, locations including distribution centers, customer groups, contracts, pricing strategies and service programs is admittedly complex and requires extensive levels of integration with accounting, contract management, IMPulse, order management, order capture, and product configuration systems. Pricing is the "hub" of all customer-facing activities in Ingram Micro, and as a result the Pricing Management and Compliance Management System is one of the greatest contributors to the profitability of this distributor. Pricing in the high tech distribution business is constantly changing, with margins often becoming razor-thin in a matter of months versus other industries' years of product maturity. "
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PET/CT Scanning System, 2007.
A business unit strategic plan on implementation of a PET/CT unit at a local hospital.
1,652 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 8 sources, APA, £ 29.95
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This paper examines whether or not it is convenient for a local hospital to acquire an ultimate technology medical device, mainly a PET/CT scanning system. The paper discusses the benefits and threats of implementing such a device. According to the paper, the PET/CT is one of the latest technological devices in the medical world and is expected to give magnificent results in the diagnosis and treatment of many diseases.
Outline:
Introduction
Vision Statement
Mission Statement
Objectives
Values
Strategies
Programme
Goals
SWOT analysis
Strengths
Weaknesses
Threats
The External Factor Evaluation Matrix
Offerings
Target Markets
Marketing Strategies
Sales Plans
Projections
Technology
Operational Plans
Financial Projections
Conclusions
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"Since a first glance it might be assumed the fact that PET/CT would bring some important benefits to the patients' status and living. Even though, a great disadvantage might be represented by the high cost of the equipment, which has only allowed large hospitals to achieve it Moreover, in order for the very ill persons to be helped, UPMC has developed a mobile PET/CT unit that can be brought next to them. In this way the same equipment is able to be used by more than one clinic and its cost might be shared among them. "The Mobile PET/CT unit is identical to the stationary units, except that the equipment is mounted in a tractor trailer which is parked outside the network locations. Scans are scheduled with your oncologist, and the actual procedure takes place in the trailer" . "
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The Computer Revolution, 2007.
A look at the impact that the computer revolution has had on research.
889 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 17.95
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This paper demonstrates that the foundations of the computer revolution have created a research revolution. According to the paper, this research revolution has completely changed the manner in which research can be done, the rate it can be done and the amount of material that is available at any given time.
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"Research databases, once they have been compiled can rapidly collect more information than an individual needs about any given topic. The individual can seek information on infectious diseases, history, culture, sociology and with a discerning eye can formulate whatever desired outcomes they have within their context. Furthermore, this can be done in a matter of moments, as compared to the arduous manner in which research was done before computers. Some academics, calling back to the days of their own dissertations, where footnote reformatting required a completely new document, call the computer revolution amazing but at the same time question the ease at which information is gained and demand hard copy research from students. "
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Technoculture, 2007.
A discussion of technoculture, which is described as the society in which we live today.
4,935 words (approx. 19.7 pages), 19 sources, APA, £ 69.95
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This paper examines the term technoculture, which is defined as a system marked by the widespread use of technology. The author believes this represents our society today, which sees technology as supreme. The paper further explores how technoculture and publicity are intertwined. Several article are cited that further illustrate this connection. The paper also discusses methods of computer privacy such as encryption, and several policies that have evolved because of privacy issues. The author concludes that technoculture, publicity and privacy are altering the nature of democracy in ways that the public may not yet perceive.
Outline:
Introduction
Technoculture and Publicity
Privacy and Access
The Developing Technological World
Accessibility
Conclusion
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"Some theorists see the new technology as reflecting the ideal of the public sphere in that it offers universal access, uncoerced communication, freedom of expression, participation outside of traditional political institutions, and contributes to the creation of public opinion by means of public discussion. The fuel in the system is publicity, which links together the ideals of openness, inclusivity, visibility, equality, accessibility, and rationality (Dean 2002, p. 2). The new technology, like much of the old, carries the culture to the masses, and as Dean (2000) writes, "Cultural politics is about altering the boundaries that order American democracy" (p. 78)."
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Email Storage Limitation, 2007.
A discussion regarding the necessity to limit email storage within a company.
1,596 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, £ 28.95
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This paper reviews and discusses the proposal of a company's finance and accounting department to impose an email storage quota. According to the paper, the proposal was made in an attempt to combat the extra costs of network administrators and backup storage devices. The paper further reports that an email storage quota would also increase the responsibility and awareness level of the employees who would have to manage their computerized communications.
From the Paper
"Aside from supporting a more efficient hardware system, an email storage limitation to 100 megabytes also supports a better quality of the Internet connection. The email quota limitation will force employees to reduce the number of emails sent to one email every 6 seconds. Furthermore, an electronic mailing limitation will offer a better control of the spam emails received and will oblige employees to delete them, instead of storing them, as in the case of unlimited emailing facilities. Also regarding the junk mail, a limitation offers the possibility of controlling whether the employees are sending spam mail towards customers, and if so, ending such actions. "
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Video Gaming, 2007.
This paper discusses the history, advances, concerns and future of video gaming.
2,492 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 41.95
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In this article, the writer notes that at the time video-gaming entered society, no one could have guessed the manner in which video gaming would integrate into all aspects of today's world as much as it has. The writer points out that video gaming has been studied and been shown to have both positive and negative effects upon those who play video games. The writer researches the history, advances, concerns and future of video gaming, citing scholarly sources in the research. The writer concludes that video-gaming started out as simply a recreational past-time, but it is presently being used for training employees such as for instruction within the educational sector and for the creation of real-life or simulated activities in the science sector.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
The History of Video Gaming
The Advances in Video Gaming
Concerns Related to Video Gaming
The Future of Video Gaming
Summary & Conclusion
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"Other recent research reported is that of the studies, three in number that were set for release in January by Anderson, Gentile & Buckley. These three studies include a correlational study, an experimental study and a longitudinal study (the first) with children. The experimental study consisted of 161 9-12 year old and 354 college aged students playing violent and non-violent video games. Findings state that violent games increased the aggressive behavior of both groups. The correlational study was conducted by surveying 189 high school students stating findings that those who engaged in games that are more violent also engaged in more behaviors that are violent. The longitudinal study was conducted over the period of a school year and state findings that the children who were witnessed to have increased their aggression were the same children who played more violent video games over the course of the school year."
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Cellular Phones, 2007.
A comparative analysis of the sociological function of the cellular phone in America and Asia.
1,929 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 34.95
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This paper examines how cellular phone infrastructure expanded in Hong Kong earlier and more effectively than it did in North America giving them a five to ten year lead on familiarity with cellphone customs. The paper also looks at how the later entrenchment of cellular phone technologies in North America accounts for the cultural differences in the usage and saturation of cellular phones and of SMS and other advanced services. In addition, the paper shows how the differences in cellphone use between Hong Kong and North America can be traced to infrastructure and are not easily explained by Marxist theories of differential use.
Outline:
Introduction
Background
Research: Methods
Research: Results
Discussion
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Sociological theories of technology suggest that artifacts may reflect political and cultural realities. Differential cellular phone usage between North America and Canada reflects a political and cultural reality: telecommunications infrastructure in the United States and Canada continues to emphasize land lines, and cellular phone services are less entrenched as a result. In Hong Kong the reverse is true: land lines were far less embedded in the culture. Consumers embraced the new technology readily in Hong Kong because unlike in North America there was no need to transfer land line services over to cellular phones. Cellular phone service is more widespread and reliable in Hong Kong and consumers there expect to use their cellular phone as a primary means of communication regardless of the rate plans."
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Online Profiling, 2007.
This paper argues for online profiling engagement rules to be strengthened and regulated.
2,456 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 17 sources, MLA, £ 41.95
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The paper discusses how the extensive collection, sharing and exchange of information between online companies to create profiles of individuals has become a major concern for privacy advocates. The paper defines online profiling and looks at the three primary categories of privacy concerns and the three segments of consumers who hold different views on privacy. The paper examines the benefits and concerns and contends that consumers deserve better protection of their online privacy. The paper maintains that the solution for the above problems is to make opting-in mandatory for all online profiling. The paper shows how there is no need for businesses to violate privacy rights as they are currently doing by insisting on invasive online profiling practices.
Outline:
Introduction
Online Profiling Defined
Privacy Concerns
Public Perception
Benefits and Concerns
Self-Regulation
Compliance with Self Regulation
Conclusion and Recommendations
From the Paper
"Online profiling may involve the collection of anonymous transactional data and it may also involve the merger of this click stream data with personally identifiable information such as name, address, telephone number, credit card number, social security number, email address, etc. (Sax, 1999) A click stream is the sequence of clicks or pages requested as a visitor explores a Web site. The click stream data collected may include information such as Web sites and Web pages visited, the time and duration of the visit, search terms typed in search engines' forms, and other queries, purchases, "click through" responses to advertisements, and the previous page visited (Mulligan, 1999)."
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Virtual Private Networks, 2007.
An analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of using virtual private networks (VPN) in business partnerships.
1,450 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 26.95
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This paper discusses the use of virtual private networks (VPN) as a private data network. It describes how VPN makes use of the public telecommunication infrastructure and maintains privacy, using a tunneling protocol and security procedures. It discusses the importance and advantages of this in terms of partnering with employees and subcontractors. It then discusses the disadvantages of using this technology. The paper concludes with a case study in channel management of Sabre Travel Network.
Table of Contents:
Summary
Reasons why Companies Are Adopting VPN Technologies to Connect With Partners
Cons of Adopting VPN Technologies
VPN Case Study in Channel Management
From the Paper
"Sabre opted for Web-based VPN architecture to deliver real-time updates of data to their MySabre travel agency booking portal that was recently introduced to the 70,000 travel agents that participate with the travel network. The use of an SSL-based VPN architecture for supporting the many quoting, ordering, and services processes was critical for Sabre, as their broader application development plan focused first on speed and security for their agent base. Sabre also wanted to have a single sign-on capability to ensure their agents, the majority of which are not technologically oriented, could quickly gain access to the MySabre portal and complete bookings. According to Sabre (1) the use of VPN technology also significantly dropped the cost of creating a partner management system online as the company was able to keep the application within its own IT organization."
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Globalization, 2006.
A discussion regarding the various considerations when expanding into global markets.
2,108 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 36.95
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This paper takes an in-depth look at globalization. The paper discusses the various issues and considerations relating to the challenges of expanding into global markets. According to the paper, the most significant contributor to the rapid rise of globalization over the last decade is the improvement in technology and communication.
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"Purchasing power parity (PPP) means a state of equilibrium in the exchange rate between currencies. Hence a product selling at a particular price locally and abroad sells at the same price level when the exchange rate is taken into consideration. A McDonald's hamburger in the United States and in the United Kingdom for example is to be sold within the same price range when the exchange rate is calculated. McDonald's has had a large amount of success in its global expansion. The reasons for this comprise a number of factors, one of which is the perceived value to the purchaser. In all countries where McDonald's is sold, the customer perceives the value of food purchased for a certain price as economically viable. The food is of the same quality and portion size globally. This kind of stability is valued by the customer."
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