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Qualitative Research and the World Health Organization, 2007.
This paper looks at the qualitative research methods used by the World Heath Organization.
823 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 17.95
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The paper discusses how the World Health Organization makes use of qualitative as well as quantitative research to address problems such as malaria containment and the health and psychological consequences of the tsunami in East Asia. The paper points out the different approaches to conducting qualitative research that were employed in the malaria and tsunami studies.
From the Paper
"Interviewers are trained "to assess the specific control interventions planned" for different countries in the area of malaria containment ("Training workshop on Methods for Evaluation of Pilot Intervention Studies of the Malaria Control for Ethnic Minorities in the Greater Mekong Subregion Project," 2006, WHO). Persons in the field are also trained so WHO can deploy both "qualitative and quantitative methods" and a drive to recruit local interviewers is crucial because currently access to such anecdotal data is limited, "especially in qualitative methods"."
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E-Learners, 2007.
This paper is a research proposal to identify the differences in the motivation orientations, age and demographic factors of successful learners and poor learners in an e-learning environment.
7,010 words (approx. 28.0 pages), 62 sources, APA, £ 94.95
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This paper explains that, if e-learning administrators and faculty were able to identify specific characteristics, including potential motivation orientations that contribute to successful learner choices, they would be better equipped to properly align current and prospective students with appropriate e-learning courses and programs and thereby increase students' chances for educational success. The author proposes a quantitative causal comparative study using inferential statistical analysis. The paper points out that five independent variables are motivation orientations, family status, employment status, financial status and age group and the one defendant variable is academic performance. The paper includes figures, charts, tables and a survey.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Problem Statement
Research Questions
Literature Review
Motivation Orientation
Family Status
Employment Status
Financial Status
Age
Conceptual Framework and Theoretical Orientation
Hypothesis
Methodology
Research Design
Measures
Study Population
Data Collection Tools
Variables - Independent and Dependent Variables
Statistical Analysis
Appendix A: Items and Factor Loadings for the Intrinsic Motivation Scale
Appendix B: Items and Factor Loadings for the Extrinsic Motivation Scale
Appendix C: Survey
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"Students are motivated to learn because of extrinsic motivation or intrinsic motivation. Academic intrinsic motivation is a factor that is essential for college success. A large number of students carry out education to or past the college level. The motivations behind such academic persistence vary across many intrinsic and extrinsic factors. Many college students find that their level of motivation is not sufficient enough to guide them in carrying out their academic careers. Motivation to learn can be extrinsic motivation or intrinsic motivation. Extrinsic motivation is an involvement as a means to an end. Intrinsic motivation is an involvement for its own sake. A survey will be used to determine the motivation orientations."
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Qualitative Research, 2007.
This paper explores methods of qualitative research.
1,235 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 11 sources, APA, £ 25.95
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The paper relates that qualitative research offers the possibility of formulating certain assumptions that can be validated through quantitative research. The paper examines focus group research, in-depth interviewing, participant observation and triangulation. The paper explains why qualitative research has several advantages over the quantitative method of research.
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"One of the most important qualitative information sources is the focus group research method. The focus group interview was used for the first time in the 1930s by Paul Lazarsfeld and Robert Merton, who used it in World War II. The focus group represents a free discussion between an independent moderator and a small group of people (6 - 10 people), invited for this purpose. The discussion, which is focused on a well determined issue, may last between two and five hours and is recorded both audio and video, in order to identify the speaker and also to observe people's different reactions when certain opinions are being expressed. The interviewed people must have a series of common demographic traits (age, gender, occupation), as well as a high degree of homogeneity related to the discussion's main issue."
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Teaching Literacy, 2007.
This paper is a research proposal, including an extensive literature review, to evaluate the professional development training for teachers of literacy education in a rural school.
10,075 words (approx. 40.3 pages), 29 sources, APA, £ 122.95
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This paper explains that effective and continuing professional development for teachers is critical to successful student literacy programs in elementary schools. The author points out that the ability to measure the results of professional development programs and activities designed to improve student literacy achievement is a challenging task. The paper states that the proposed study uses an evaluative research methodology to determine the worth of the product, procedure, program or curriculum, which has been put into place for literacy teaching in rural schools.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Nature and Significance of the Problem
Literature Review
What Makes an Effective Teacher?
High Expectations
Knowledge
Instructional Knowledge
Classroom Management
Commitment
Motivations and Intensive Interactions as Part of the Teacher's Responsibility
The Interventions
Challenges Facing the Teachers
School Reforms
Assessing the Impact of Professional Development
Research Proposal Objectives
Research Questions
Methodology
Research Instruments
Summary
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"In terms of organization, rules and procedures should be developed in conjunction with teaching strategies that help students meet their personal and academic needs. Meanwhile, effective communication is the foundation for good classroom management. Communication skills can be divided into two categories: sending skills (used when speaking to someone) and receiving (techniques for becoming a more effective listener). To successfully communicate, a teacher must learn to do some suggested methods."
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Highly Attractive Models in Advertising, 2007.
A look at the negative effects associated with using highly attractive models for advertising beauty products.
3,083 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 31 sources, MLA, £ 54.95
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This paper explores the use of highly attractive models (HAMS) for advertising beauty products and attempts to settle the question that has plagued the advertising industry and their clients of whether HAMS may actually have a negative impact on the viewer rather than a positive one. The paper sets the research objectives and explores the theoretical basis for the proposal. It also applies the theories to advertising in both the print and television media and examines the research model including key constructs and relationships.
Outline:
Background
Significance
Research Objectives
Theoretical Background
Research Model
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Several theories can be used to explain how people view models in both television and magazine ads. The most well-known is Festinger's social comparison theory, which is the foundation of modern advertising theory. Festinger (1954) introduced the theory that humans possess an innate drive to evaluate their opinions and abilities by comparing them to the opinions and abilities of others. According to this theory, people only evaluate themselves against others that are similar to themselves. If the model is viewed as too different, then they will not use them for social comparison. Stuart Hall introduced the idea that the audience could attribute several possible meanings to the message conveyed by the media and that this message is influenced by the context and cultural background of the receiver (Tomlinson, 1991). "
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Computer-Supported-Collaborative-Learning (CSCL) Tools, 2007.
A research study on the impact that computer-supported-collaborative-learning (CSCL) tools have on the teaching of history.
15,030 words (approx. 60.1 pages), 108 sources, APA, £ 149.95
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This research study focuses on understanding the impact that the use of computer-supported-collaborative-learning (CSCL) tools have on the outcomes relating to the critical thinking skills of the student and the attitude that the student has toward the study of history as well as the achievement of the student in history class. This paper makes a general assessment of the impact that CSCL tools have on the development of the student's critical thinking in history education. More specifically, this research provides a cognitive map where future research efforts can be drawn so that the use of technology such as the CSCL tool will be facilitated during learning in history education. The research also specifically examines the extent of the effectiveness of scaffolding critical thinking process using a CSCL tool along with primary sources, to engage secondary school students in studying history.
Table of Content:
Problem Statement - History Education in schools
Dialogic Approach for Critical Thinking Lessons in History
Argumentation as a Dialogic Approach in History Education
Dialogic approach via Computer-Supported Collaborative Argumentation
Purpose of the Study
Research Questions
Significance of the Study
Introduction
Literature Review
Argumentation Defined
Three Perspectives of Argumentation
Argumentation - Role in Problem-Solving
Three Perspectives of Argumentation
Argumentation Role in Problem-Solving
Argumentation through Computer Supported Collaboration
Literature Review of CSCL
Online Learning Model
Assessment of Online Learning
Emergence of Theories of CSCL
Scaffolding with CSCL Tools
Tools for Collaboration
Effects of CSCL on Learning and Achievement
Advances in Computer Supported Collaborative Learning
Summary of Literature Reviewed
Research Design
Research Questions
Research Approach
Data Sources, Collection and Analysis
Schedule for the Research
Proposed Schedule and Procedure
Appendixes
Pre-Test Survey/Questionnaire
Post-Test Survey/Questionnaire
From the Paper
"Despite the effectiveness of rubrics in assessing students' learning, developing an adequate rubric for a given course discussion requires time and multiple revisions. Primary consideration in developing a discussion, grading rubric identifies and establishes the goal or goals of the discussion. For example, some instructors want to use on-line discussion to help students learn argumentation techniques, whereas others might be more interested in students coming to consensus on a topic. Evidently different assessment rubrics would be needed to encourage each. "
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Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), 2007.
This paper is a research proposal, including a review of literature, regarding the prescription of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) by physicians.
9,855 words (approx. 39.4 pages), 9 sources, APA, £ 120.95
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This study examines the impact of the WHI as it relates to the prescription practices of physicians who have menopausal patients. The research explores such factors as the knowledge of the physicians as it pertains to the results of the WHI, years of practice, location of practice and the gender of the physicians. The paper hypothesizez that there will be some correlation between number of years in practice and the manner in which the results of the WHI are interpreted. Such a correlation is expected because a great deal of the existing research on this subject suggests that there is a correlation between these variables. The paper includes several long quotations, letters to physicians and the questionnaire.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Background of the Problem
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Definitions of Terms...
Limitations of the Study
Review of the Literature
What is Menopause
Women's Health Initiative (WHI)
Hormone Therapy
Post-menopausal Use of Hormone Therapy
Potentially Harmful Effects of PHT
Impact of WHI on Physicians Prescribing HRT
Impact of WHI on Women using HRT
Alternatives for HRT.
Conclusion
Methodology
Overview of the Proposed Study
Research Methods
Subjects
Materials
Proposed Data Analysis
Appendixes
American Society of Reproductive Medicine Recommended Practice Guidelines for Hormone Therapy
Introductory Letters
Physician Survey on Hormone Therapy
Questionnaire in Prescribing Attitudes if Physicians for Hormone Therapy
From the Paper
"The primary limitation of the study is the response rate which was only 30%; although this type of response rate is consistent with a one-time physician survey. In addition the authors reiterate the idea that only one survey was sent so that the results of the survey would not be biased. The respondents were demographically comparable to non-respondents and the overall population of U.S. physicians. In addition the correlation between specialty and attitude was not restricted by gender, age, or region. Furthermore, worst-case assumptions in a sensitivity analysis did not alter the results of the evaluation."
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NPO: Feed the Children, 2007.
This paper analyzes the not-for-profit organization (NPO), Feed The Children.
3,675 words (approx. 14.7 pages), 15 sources, APA, £ 60.95
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This paper explains that Feed The Children's services are first to feed hungry people, especially children, and then to help them help themselves. The author analyzes Feed The Children by investigating the following variables: continuing mission, budgeting and financial management, strategic planning, electronic and technology planning and implementation, human resources, marketing, and fund raising, with an emphasis on the organization's fiscal accountability. The paper reports that Feed The Children represents one of the most effective and efficient NPOs in the U.S. However, the organization also faces some problems including the fact that the highly charismatic leader is aging, there is almost a cult-like following in the organizational culture and the organization's strictly Christian focus may present problems in anti-American Muslim regions. The paper includes figures, tables, charts and a letter of introduction.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Review and Discussion
Background and Overview
Continuing Mission
Overview
Strengths
Weaknesses
Budgeting and Financial Management
Overview
Strengths
Distribution Percentages for Feed the Children
Weaknesses
Strategic Planning
Overview
Strengths
Weaknesses
Electronic and Technology Planning and Implementation
Overview
Strengths
Weaknesses
Human Resources
Overview
Strengths
Weaknesses
Marketing
Overview
Strengths
Weaknesses
Fund Raising
Overview
Strengths
Weaknesses
Conclusion and Recommendations
From the Paper
"The employees assigned to open and process mailed donations appeared to be the least satisfied members of this organization; they worked under the close supervision of several managers that watched their every move, and there were security cameras in abundance as well. Furthermore, these employees were forced to work in banks of workstations in a stadium-like arrangement in front of glass windows that afforded them absolutely no privacy and many appeared to be unhappy while they were working. In sharp contrast, employees in the warehouses and administrative offices were smiling, laughing and it appeared morale was high."
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Design Concepts of Manufacturing Tooling, 2007.
A review of the design concepts of manual manufacturing tooling.
2,244 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 11 sources, MLA, £ 41.95
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This paper presents a study that structures the research around the designs of manual production tooling or integrated tooling for tolerance holding during certain types/phases of assembly. The paper limits this research to no more than 5 robotic tools.
Outline:
Purpose of the Study
Introduction
Types of Tooling Identified
Flexible and Non-Flexible Robotic Assembly
CAD, CAM & CAPP Systems
Synthesis System - Conigen
Summary
From the Paper
"According to this work systems engineering over the last twenty years has "evolved to include the cost of automated machine tools as alternatives to labor and has developed several very different cost profiles; but the optimizations were still being performed at the simple part or discrete work element level. There was no large change in the process during the decade of the 1980s however, the hardware and software of today are stated to be "capable of simulating multiple, if not essentially unlimited, factory designs and equipment variations, giving the systems engineer the ability to affect both prior to a factory's construction." (Ibid) The work of Dr. David M. Anderson, P.E., CMC entitled: "Design for Manufacturability and Concurrent Engineering" states that it is very critical that "concurrent engineering of parts and tooling" are used for the purposes of minimizing "tooling complexity, cost, delivery lead-time" and in order to "maximize throughput, quality and flexibility."
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Demand-Driven Supply Networks (DDSN), 2007.
This paper is a complete research project including an extensive literature review that analyzes demand-driven supply networks (DDSN) in an increasingly globalized marketplace.
37,730 words (approx. 150.9 pages), 49 sources, APA, £ 149.95
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This paper explains that demand-driven supply network (DDSN) is an IT strategy that uses a system of technologies and processes to sense demand and react to it in real time, across a network of linked customers, suppliers and employees. The author uses both a case analysis methodology and quantitative surveys. The paper states that the hypothesis of the study is that, because physical supply chains in a global economy operate at the speed of ocean-going ships, U.S. manufacturers should re-engineer their supply networks to remove bottlenecks from the system and match the speed of innovation that operates in a flat world by adopting appropriate demand-drive supply networking techniques. The paper includes many charts, figures and tables and the survey questionnaires.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Hypothesis
Rationale
Overview of the Study
Literature Review
Background and Overview
The Flat-Round Dichotomy
Supply Chain Tactics for a Round World
Different Approaches Used to Deliver Round-World Returns
Level One: Business Process Improvement
Level Two: Business Process Redesign
Demand-Driven Supply Networks
Four-Stage Maturity Model Helps to Plot Long-Term Track
DDSN Implementation
Sensing and Consolidating Demand
DDSN Methods
Alignment is Key
Existing Supply Chain Initiatives and Techniques that Contribute/Mirror Demand-Driven Supply Network Approaches
Efficient Consumer Response (ECR)
Time-Based Competition (TBC)
Product Development
Strategic Importance
Product Life-Cycle Times are Getting Shorter
Product Development Considerations
Cross-Functional Teams
Strategies for Cross-Functional Team Management
Concurrent Engineering
Japanese Paradox
Supply Network Strategy
Just in Time (JIT), Just in Time II (JIT II) and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI)
Case Vignette - Pure Vendor Managed Inventory in Action.
Agility in the Supply System, Agile Manufacturing, Strategically Flexible Production or Proximity Manufacturing
Case Vignette - Agile Manufacturing
Virtual Operations Strategy
Strategic Outsourcing
Case Vignette - Strategic Outsourcing
World-Class Manufacturing (WCM)
Lean Production and Lean Thinking
Strategic Postponement
Case Vignette - Strategic Postponement.
Logistics Strategy
Strategic Purchasing or Sourcing, Strategic Procurement, Network Sourcing, Materials Management
Case Vignette - Strategic Purchasing and Sourcing
LL Bean Replenishment Schedule
Collaborative Planning, Forecasting and Replenishment (CPFR)
Case Vignette - CPFR at Levi Strauss
Methodology
Data Analysis
Part I: Case Studies
Case Example No. 1: Rexam
Supply Chain Strategies
Case Example No 2. Dell Computer Corp
Dell Geographic Business Segments
Action Strategy
Supply Chain Control
Strategy Applications
Case Study No. 3: Wrangler Jeans
Action Strategy
Selecting Distributors
Most Common Selection Criteria for Developing a Strategic Relationship
Evaluating Distributors
Case Example. Owens & Minor Inc.
Action Strategy
Innovations in Supply-Chain Strategies
Case Examples. United Technologies Corp.
McAfee's Strategy
Results
Action Steps
Defining a Global Perspective
Product Design
Online Survey Results
Survey No. 1. Survey of Distributors
Section One: Distributor Overview
Number of Employees
Annual sales revenues (MM$)
Supply Chain Management Techniques Used in Past
Supply Chain Management Techniques Now Using
Most Valuable Initiative in Streamlining Supply Chain
Key to Likert-Scaled Questions
Familiar with Demand-Driven Supply Network Techniques
Company Currently Uses Demand-Driven Supply Network Techniques
Section Three: Open-Ended Comments.
Survey No. 2. Survey of Manufacturers
Section One: Manufacturer Overview
Number of Employees
Annual sales revenues (MM$)
Past Initiative
Current Initiative
Most Valuable Initiative
Familiarity with Demand-Driven Supply Network Techniques
Company Currently Uses Demand-Driven Supply Network Techniques
Section Three: Open-Ended Comments.
Conclusion
Results
Discussion
Recommendations
Explore Technologies That Deliver Demand
From the Paper
"Therefore, one of the most important elements in CPFR is the forging of proactive links between partners or allies at different stages of the supply pipeline. These need to be both strategic and tactical and require proper management as one of the resources of the organization. An excellent example of this in action is to be found in the approach that Levi Strauss and Company take with its main suppliers and customers. According to Lowson, since the mid-1980s, the firm has constantly been trying to establish closer working links in the supply in a coordinated pipeline with the aid of its 'Levilink'..."
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Research Article Critique, 2007.
A critique of the research presented by C. Daborn, L. Dibsall and
N. Lambert in their 2005 article entitled 'Understanding the Food Related Experiences and Beliefs of a Specific Group of Low-Income Men in the U.K.' from "Health Education".
1,620 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 4 sources, APA, £ 31.95
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This paper asserts that, because of the widespread problem of obesity, the research by Daborn, Dibsall and Lambert, which for the first time explores the eating habits among low income men, is a worthy one. The author points out that the selection of a qualitative approach for this study instead of a quantitative approach is justified because the aim of the study was to explore issues surrounding healthy eating. The paper suggests that the consistency of data collection could have been improved if all the interviews were conducted by the same interviewer with strict adherence to the interviewing order, thus controlling for the researchers' biases and preconceptions.
From the Paper
"The interviews were tape-recorded by the interviewers and then put into transcripts in preparation for analysis. An interpretative phenomenological method was used for the analysis of the interview transcripts, and the analysis was led by one of the researchers that had no knowledge of the previous female study. The analytical process involved five steps. First, the three researchers independently studied the ten hours of tape and 281 pages of interview transcripts, and notes were made regarding potential themes for each interview.".
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Research Methods, 2007.
This paper discusses the uses of qualitative research and evaluation methods.
2,308 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 42.95
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The paper explains that without research, new knowledge is not garnered, existing knowledge is not further clarified or expanded upon and the discipline becomes stagnant. The paper relates that qualitative research is an important part of this search for knowledge. The paper explores the benefits of using the qualitative approach to research, as opposed to other research methods. The paper discusses the pros and cons of qualitative research, as well as the importance of interviews, observations and documentation, together with the methodology, sensitivity and integrity of the researcher.
Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
Benefits of Using Qualitative Research as Opposed to Other Research Methods
The Pros and Cons of Qualitative Research
Importance of Interviews, Observations, and Documentation
Importance of Methodology, Sensitivity, and Integrity of the Researcher
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Qualitative research is one of the two primary research methodologies used. It "takes an interpretive, naturalistic approach to its subject matter; qualitative researchers study things in their natural settings, attempting to make sense of, or interpret, phenomena in terms of the meanings that people bring to them" (qtd. Jones, 1995). This process begins by understanding that there are a variety of ways of making sense of the world and therefore focuses on discovering the meanings that are seen by those who are being researched, to better understand their view of the world."
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Customer Relationship Management (CRM), 2007.
This paper is a complete research study, including an extensive literature review, exploring how pharmaceutical companies can achieve long term customer relationship in Gulf council countries (GCC).
11,070 words (approx. 44.3 pages), 63 sources, APA, £ 131.95
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This paper explains that the independent variables for this study about customer relationship management (CRM) are (1) I.T. infrastructure, (2) top management support, (3) team building, (4) role specification, (5) communication, (6) common bond (7) planning process, (8) system integration, (9) employee motivation and (10) monitoring processes. The author reports that the study methodology involved an online questionnaire used to survey 100 doctors, pharmacists and other health and financial authorities in Kuwait. The paper includes many statistics and tables.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Literature Review
Principles of CRM?
Benefits of CRM
Trends of CRM Formation
Why CRM Fail?
CRM Strategy
Limitations of CRM
CRM in Global Context or in Developing Countries
CRM Performance Indicators
Factors Influencing CRM Performance
General Framework of the Study
Research Hypotheses
I.T. Infrastructure
Top Management Support
Team Building
Role Specification
Communication
Common Bond
Planning Process
System Integration
Employee Motivation
Monitoring Processes
Methodology
Research Design
Sampling Unit
Sampling Frame
Method of Selecting the Sample Elements
Participants
Data Collection
Scale Development
Data Analysis
Dependent Variable
Independent Variables
Questionnaires
Reliability and Validity of the Results
Delimitations
Ethical Issues
Results, Data Analysis and Discussion
Results
Question 1
Hypothesis Testing Of Regression B/W IT Infrastructure and CRM
Statements
Calculation
Question 2
Hypothesis Testing of Regression B/W Top Management Support and CRM
Statement
Calculation
Question 3
Hypothesis Testing of Regression B/W CRM and CRM-Teams
Statement
Calculation
Question 4
Hypothesis Testing of Regression B/W CRM and Role Specification
Statement
Calculation
Question 5
Hypothesis Testing of Regression B/W CRM and Communication
Statement
Calculation
Question 6
Hypothesis Testing of Regression B/W CRM and Common Bonds
Statement
Calculation
Question 7
Hypothesis Testing of Regression B/W CRM and Planning Process
Statement
Calculation
Question 8
Hypothesis Testing of Regression B/W CRM and System Integration
Statement
Calculation
Question 9
Hypothesis Testing of Regression B/W CRM and Employee Motivation
Statement
Calculation
Question 10
Hypothesis Testing of Regression B/W CRM and Monitoring Process
Statement
Calculation
Significance and Conclusion
Who Should Use CRM?
Implications
The Future of CRM?
Conclusion
From the Paper
"The fourth question explored the relationship between CRM and role specification. Question five explores the relationship between CRM and communication. The answers of the respondents have been summarized in Table 5.1. Thirty four (34) respondents asserted that it is "extremely likely" that companies with clear communication patterns will be highly successful in maintaining long-term CRM. Ten (10) respondents asserted that it is "Quite likely" that companies with clear communication patterns will be highly successful in maintaining long-term CRM."
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Marijuana Use, 2007.
This paper is an extensive review and evaluation of scientific literature relating to the effect of marijuana use on cognitive functioning.
11,160 words (approx. 44.6 pages), 82 sources, APA, £ 131.95
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This paper explains that the study of marijuana and its effects on memory has been characterized by a lack of standardization, which makes it difficult to find any conclusive results. The author states that research has confirmed the generalization that marijuana impedes the brain's ability to encode messages for long term memory storage; however, there were wide differences as to the amount or duration of THC (9-tetrahydrocannabinol) that was necessary to cause permanent damage. The paper relates that both early and later studies did not control for co-morbidity, which is a serious fault because marijuana is often the entrance path to more serious and more lethal compounds, such as alcohol use, cocaine, methamphetamines and other drugs.
Table of Contents:
How Marijuana Acts on the Brain
Marijuana and Memory
Marijuana and Verbal Learning
Marijuana and Visuospatial Recall
Marijuana and Long Term Memory
Marijuana Use and Consistent Long Term Retrieval
Marijuana Use and Delayed Recall
Marijuana Use on Attention and Concentration
Marijuana Use on Information Processing Speed
Marijuana Use on Semantic Retrieval
A History of Marijuana Use and Its Future
Neurotoxicity
Imaging Studies and Marijuana
Other Concerns and Developments
Cognitive Deficits and Daily Functioning
Future Research
Conclusions
From the Paper
"These studies indicate that regardless of the time spent smoking over one's lifetime, the effects of use stop after the 28th day. Cognitive functions have the ability to heal, but it is not known it they will ever return to their levels before marijuana use began. However, this cannot be completely attributed to marijuana use and there are many variables, such as age that could account for such a decline as well. The most important thing is that improvement can be made if the person remains marijuana free for at least 28 days. This research represents a major breakthrough in understanding ..."
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