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The History of the Calendar, 2007.
A detailed history of the Gregorian calendar.
1,335 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 31.95
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The purpose of this paper is to introduce, discuss, and analyze the topic of the modern calendar. Specifically the paper discusses how the Gregorian calendar came into being and the many changes it has undergone during its history. The paper examines how timekeeping has evolved from early, much more complicated methods. The paper concludes that the calendar may not be perfect, but it serves a vital purpose, and will probably remain constant for centuries to come.
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"One aspect of calendar history is quite surprising. While it would seem the Gregorian calendar that is the most common would be the universal calendar used around the world today, it is not. Historian Doggett continues, "According to a recent estimate, there are about forty calendars used in the world today" (Doggett, 2004). Some of these other calendars include the Hebrew calendar (used in Israel), the Islamic calendar (used throughout the Muslim world), the Chinese calendar (used throughout China), and the Indian calendar (used in India). Most of these calendar variations are used in specific localities and cultures, and there have been some attempts to coordinate them with the Gregorian calendar (Doggett, 2004)."
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Christian Calendar, 1996.
Examines historical, Biblical, theological & spiritual bases & significance of times & days of major Christian holidays, sacraments, cycles, rituals, events in life of Jesus.
4,500 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 13 sources, £ 95.95
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" As Christianity grew from its earliest days as a sect within Judaism to its position as a truly world religion, so, too, did its observation of events based on the life and work of Jesus of Nazareth. The Christian church has, from it earliest foundation, worshipped according to a religious (or, liturgical) calendar which owes its origin to that of the Hebrews. Indeed, virtually all of the major events involving Jesus' earthly ministry are marked against the background of the Jewish calendar. According to Hickman, et al., although at least one of the Eastern religions accounts little or nor historicity according to a definite timeline,
we realize just how crucial time is to Christian faith. . . For Christianity, the ultimate meanings of life are not"
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Theater of the Middle Ages, 2006.
This paper examines the misconceptions of theater of the High Middle Ages.
2,179 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 16 sources, MLA, £ 47.95
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This paper discusses the revival of theater in Europe, beginning in the tenth century, as inspired and sponsored by the Catholic Church. The writer examines how historians now consider the High Middle Ages as the third major theatrical era in Western history. The paper further illustrates how major dramatic forms were connected with the church, its rituals, and its calendar of religious observances. The author explains the importance of these dramas , which included making church services more appealing and teaching scriptural history to the masses. The three types of plays that came out of the High Middle Ages are presented. The author concludes by arguing that drama other than that associated with the Church did exist at this time, influencing theater in the Late Middle Ages and even today.
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"Since Plato's The Republic, the depiction of art, particularly theatre, has been treated as a secondary if not inconsequential chronicle and portrayal of any given era. Nowhere is this more clearly illustrated than during the Middle Ages, where the major dramatic forms, if they existed at all and if they could be called theatre, could only be performed if they were connected with and sanctioned by the church. Coinciding with the well-deserved title of the Dark Ages, the Catholic Church has been historically credited of having begun a revival of theatre in Europe. Extant plays, sponsored by the church and dating back to the tenth century, are categorized into three distinct genres: liturgical drama, which enacted part of the liturgy of the Catholic Mass; cycle plays, which illustrated scriptural history; and morality drama, which metaphorically endorsed the symbolic structure of Christian life. The provincial dramaturgical view generally holds that that these were the only forms of theatre of the time. However, more recent scholarship demonstrates that as these performance-based church rituals begot theatre and theatre further begot church ritual, other plays like university plays, pageants, mummings and disguisings, interludes, other non-cycle religious plays, and drama came into play and that collectively, theatre of the High Middle Ages impacted the evolution of theatre into the Late Middle Ages, and what it is today."
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Tourism in Dubai and UAE, 2004.
This paper investigates major issues relating to tourism development strategy in the UAE, especially Dubai, which is the best-known and the fastest-growing tourist area in the Middle East.
13,215 words (approx. 52.9 pages), 95 sources, MLA, £ 176.95
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This paper explains that the UAE is endowed with an extensive coastline fringed by white sandy beaches and a varied landscape suitable for a wide variety of activities from powerboat races to sand skiing to golf . The author suggests that, to draw more tourists to stay longer, increase spending, and make repeat visits, efforts need to be intensified to represent Dubai and UAE as exotic places with year-round events filled with a carnival atmosphere. This requires a well-planned and widely publicized tourism calendar throughout the year and well in advance. The paper stresses that tourism must be placed high on the national agenda and be given the same status as expor-oriented and infrastructure industry.
Table of Content
Background to Research Study
An Overview
Research Area of Study
Recent Development
Research Aim and Objectives + Research Questions
Research Aim
Layout of the Dissertation
Tourism Planning and Development
The History of Tourism Planning and Development in the Gulf Region
Sustainability and Tourism Development in the Middle East
Tourism as National Income Provider in Gulf States
Case Study Dubai, UAE and Middle East
History of Dubai and UAE as Tourist Destinations
Changes in Tourism Development in Dubai, UAE and Middle East
Reason for the Increase In Tourism Development of Dubai
Winning Combination
Quality of the Infrastructure
Increase in the number of Visitors
Better Partnership between Public And Private Sectors
Government Policy
Growth in Service Sectors
Germany as a Market
Expansion of Parking Bays at the Airports
Dubailand
Growth in the Non-Oil GDP
Oil Contribution
The Importance of Tourism for Dubai as a Secondary Source of Income
Obstacles to Future Tourism Development in Dubai and UAE
Changing Outlook
Transportation Network
Renovation of Tourism Product
Other Measures
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"The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a federation, consisting of seven tribally based emirates that lead the southeastern portion of the Arabian Peninsula south of Bahrain and Qatar. The federation covers 83,600 square kilometers and geographically it is enclosed on the north by the Persian Gulf and Iran, on the east by Oman, and on the south and west by Saudi Arabia. Its geographical locations separate Oman from its territory on the Musandam peninsula and extend 90 kilometers along the Gulf of Oman, an area known as the al-Batinah coast. The curse of the nature in the form of arid desert and salt flats are visible everywhere. However, Arabs are not a frustrated lot due to arid climates and blessed in the form of oil reserves by the Mother Nature. They are blessed with mountains in the northeast that rise to 1,200 meters. Due to low rainfall, there are few fertile areas except in the north and among the oases."
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Expansion of a U.S. Company into the Saudi Arabian Market, 2002.
A description of the company's product line of pocket and desktop calendars and organizers.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 6 sources, £ 50.95
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Describes the company's product line of pocket and desktop calendars and organizers. Problem inherent in the calendar that would prohibit successful entry and how the problem could be overcome. Differences between the Islamic and Julian calendars. Complex rules and regulations of the Sharia. Brief analysis of doing business in Saudi Arabia. 1 Table.
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"I. Executive Summary
This analysis details how Jot-It, Inc. is an El Monte-based manufacturer of pocket and desktop calendars and organizers that is competing in the United States with Day Runner, Time Minder, and other similar products has a distinct market niche in the Saudi Arabian market, one which involves a modification of the printed templates which are the basis of the company's extensive product line.
This report focuses on the one element of the Jot-It line that would prohibit successful entry -- the differences between the Islamic and the Julian calendars -- and shows the way that this problem can be overcome, thereby assuring good market entry. Information on a translation company which has also provided the lowest bid for the conversion work is included in the problem analysis. "
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The Religion of the Aztecs, 2002.
An examination of the Aztec religion including a discussion of some of their gods and goddesses and the Aztec calendar system.
1,678 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 16 sources, APA, £ 38.95
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This paper looks at how the Aztec people took their religion very seriously and how they were one of the first groups of people to make up their own calendar and how they worshiped hundreds of gods and goddesses. It discusses some of their beliefs and rituals and evaluates how the importance of the gods and goddesses as well as the importance and significance of calendars are incorporated into these religious beliefs.
Outline
The Religion of the Aztecs
Introduction
The Aztec Calendar System
Aztec Beliefs
Primary Gods
Rites and Ceremonies
Conclusion
Works Cited
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"Aztecs worshiped in temples that were either round or shaped like pyramids (Gregoire, 2003). Many of these temples had special areas that were used for games and other forms of offerings. These included special courts for playing ball games, and an area with sacrificial stones. The Aztecs normally followed a ritual of purification, then offering, then sacrifice. They believed that sacrifice was intrinsic to the worship of the gods, and that it was a necessity because there could be no new life without death. Death was part of the great circle of life, and the Aztecs had opinions about what happened to a person when they died. According to the Aztecs, where you went in death depended on what you had done in life (Perkin, 10)."
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Mayan Time, 1994.
The significance of the time in Mesoamerican civilization. Includes linear development, agriculture, seasons, calendar and the philosophy of time.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 8 sources, £ 39.95
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"No other people in history made of time so great a fetish as the Maya (Coggins, 1979; von Hagen, 1961). Without doubt, time - and man's perception of it - has played an important role in the development of civilizations throughout the world (Thompson, 1966). The pre-Columbian Mayan civilization was no exception to the general rule. Instead, it raised the science of time-keeping via the calendar to a level of accomplishment that was as accurate as the sophisticated, verified calculations of today. The question immediately raised, of course, is: Why? Why such a preoccupation with time? With record-keeping? With such single-minded attention to accuracy that the Mayans devised not one but three calendar systems? The answer, not surprisingly for a civilization that never progressed technologically into the post-Stone Age, lies in agriculture."
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The U.S. School Calender, 2008.
A look at the advantages of a year-round school calendar versus the traditional 10-month school calender in the United States.
1,552 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, £ 35.95
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The paper discusses the positive benefits of year-round education, based on the perceptions of educational experts, parents and teachers. The paper states that year-round schooling makes more efficient use of school facilities and enables more students to be accommodated in school as well as increases the supply of teachers. The paper comments that year-round schooling does not have a negative impact on the academic achievements of students. Thus year-round education would be more beneficial to parents, to teachers and to students, without harming the academic achievements of the students.
Outline:
Year-Round Education
Benefits of Year-round Education
onclusion
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"For teachers, one benefit of year-round education is that it tends to diminish teacher burn-out because teachers would get to have frequent breaks from teaching all throughout the year. Teachers would not be stuck with 9 months of continuous teaching with only the summer break to look forward to as their means of relaxation. By having more short breaks within the school year, teachers would get to recharge their batteries and would be fresh for the next academic term. Improved pay or work schedule. Both single-track and multi-track year-round schedules help meet the interests of teachers who want extra days and extra pay and, alternatively, those who wish to keep their vacation days intact (Stenvall, 2000). This prevents teachers from seeking other employment aside from teaching. In single-track schedules, teachers may choose to teach intersession classes for additional pay."
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Year Round Education in the US, 2008.
An examination of the benefits or otherwise of an extended year-round education system in the US.
1,541 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, £ 35.95
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The paper comments that there is increasing popularity in the year-round school programs that are seen as an alternative to the traditional ten-month school calendar. This alternative is seen as necessary in order to match the educational superiority of economically leading countries such as Japan which have longer school days than that of the United States. The paper states that both educational experts and parents have very different views about this new concept. Debates have often been held concerning whether or not there is a need for this alternative school schedule. The paper relates that educational experts and parents that are in favor believe that there are academic benefits to be obtained because of the continuous schedule of learning. In addition, the paper states that there are also parents believe that it is psychologically healthy that children should have their normal summer break in order for them to get away from the demands of school. This paper gives an overview of what this new concept of a year-round school calendar or an extended year program is all about and enumerates both the positive and the negative aspects of this new alternative school schedule.
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Year-Round Education
Benefits of Year-round Education
Conclusion
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"Students tend to forget a lot during long summer vacations and it is harder to instill the knowledge back to them after long vacations. Shorter vacations for students might be able to increase the students' retention rates of previously-learned knowledge. It was found out that most students would experience about 4% regression over the long summer vacation. The regression rate is almost the same for students with mild learning handicaps and regular students. A study also showed that the recoupment rate of students with mild handicaps is much slower than regular students. Regression is the loss of knowledge while recoupment is the re-installation or re-learning of the loss knowledge."
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The Euro vs. the Dollar, 2001.
This paper takes a look at dollar and Euro movements in 2001.
1,250 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 7 sources, £ 29.95
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This paper analyzes the financial movement of the Euro vs. the dollar during the calender year 2001. It looks at the efforts by the European Central bank to maintain stability and what measures it is taking. It also describes the difficulties in the financial markets of late due to economic insecurity and how this has had an effect on these currencies' movements.
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"The future of the euro vis-?-vis the dollar is naturally of concern to the this foreign currency management department of this bank given the potential to disruption in the U.S. economy at large if the euro experiences substantial fluctuations as well as the potential disruption to the activities to this particular bank that such changes in the status of this currency vis-?-vis the dollar might portend. In this regard, it is important to note that the future of the euro is actually somewhat brighter now than it was at the beginning of this calendar year."
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Rice, 2003.
An overview of rice and its importance to the world as part of the staple diet.
3,227 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 66.95
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This paper examines how rice is a grain cereal plant of the grass family and how in terms of total production it is the world's second leading food crop. In particular, it looks at how rice will continue to play a major role in feeding billions of people in the world especially in Asia and how the goals and ambitions of researchers today must be to develop rice cultivars and methods of cultivation which enhance the crop yield and are resistant to disease and adverse weather conditions.
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Abstract
Biology of the Rice Plant
Regions of Rice Cultivation and Factors Affecting Yield
Preparation for Planting
Soil Type
Whole Farm Planning
Calendar of Events
Propagation of Rice
Recent Developments
Irrigation
Pests and Diseases
Harvesting
Post Harvest Issues
Processing
Environmental Effects of Rice Cultivation
Conclusion
References
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"The rice plant is usually classified as the genus Oryza in the grass family (Graminae). The rice plant has a number of jointed stems, called culms, which measure between 38cm to 244cm. The culms are composed of hollow internodes that join at solid nodes and arise from the shallow fibrous root system. A few of the nodes become elongated as the plant matures. The upper internode supports the panicle, which is the head of the rice plant. The flat grass-like leaves of the rice plant have a basal sheath which surrounds the culm. The blade of the leaf is set at an angle to the sheath. The panicle can range from open to compact and from erect to droopy. In most varieties it is dense and droopy."
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The U.S. District Court of California, 2007.
A look at several different functions that are critical to the continued operation of the U.S. District Court of the Northern District of California.
1,691 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 38.95
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This paper looks at the U.S. District Court of the Northern District of California and describes nine of the courts' essential functions and the necessity of these functions in order for the courts to continue to operate properly. It concludes with an overview of the subject matter addressed as well as some thoughts from the author.
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Finance/Accounting
Legal Advocates and Court Interpreters
Technical Support and Litigants
Calendar Clerks and Court Personnel
Conclusion
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"The court takes advantage of the opportunity of technology in benefits for users and the court. The strategy of using technology in the court will benefit the transacting process by setting standards and guidelines for the systematic implementation and integration of information technology into the courts. The Technical Support and litigants are to support the Court's administration; judicial function and the way the information are delivered. The use of a program called "eCourt" will be used. The eCourt program has a least amount of disruptions and efficiently deliveries the information to the needed destinations. Another advantage of technology in benefits to the court is the use of digital telephone services and video conferencing for the courts. "
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Ruth and Esther, 2006.
An analysis of the Hebrew biblical texts about Ruth and Esther.
1,260 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 29.95
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This paper studies the Book of Ruth and the Book of Esther, two of the five megillot -- or scrolls -- from the Hebrew bible. The paper discusses the origin and message of each story. The paper also explains when these stories are read and their significance in the Jewish calendar. The paper then compares and contrasts the roles of these two women in Jewish history and their legacy for the Jewish people.
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"The five books have little in common apart from their roles in the liturgy. Although the Song of Solomon and Lamentations are poetic in form and Ruth and Esther are stories of heroines, the contrast in the moods and purposes of both pairs sharply distinguishes the books. Ecclesiastes is a product of the Hebrew wisdom movement and exhibits the most pessimistic tone of any book in the Hebrew Bible."
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Public Relations Campaign, 2008.
A proposal for a public relations campaign for the L'Oreal group of summer products.
2,370 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 2 sources, APA, £ 51.95
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The paper describes a public relations campaign proposal for L'Oreal's summer products launch and focuses on continuing the relationship between L'Oreal and its clients, as well as building relationships with new clients. The paper sets forth the specific goals and objectives that must be attained based on an analysis of the marketing and communication situation at L'Oreal. The paper presents a plan of action using mass media, messages, and budgets.
Outline:
Introduction
Problem/Opportunity Statement
Situation Analysis
Internal Factors Analysis
External Factors Analysis
Establishing the Objectives
Identifying the Target Customer Segments
Establishing the Strategies and Tactics to be used in the PR Campaign
Communication Channels
Activity Calendar
Budget
Control and Evaluation of the Results
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"Organizing special events. The company will organize a special event for launching the new line of products for summer. This will be the central piece of the PR campaign in our case. The entire campaign relies on successfully organizing this event. Given the fact that we are dealing with products addressing summer use, the event must have a strong connection with the concept of summer. The scenery the event will take place in must be in complete accordance with the concept of summer. Therefore, it I recommended to organize the event on a beach, whether it is a real or an artificial one, since the beach represents best the idea of summer. If possible, the event should be organized on a real beach, in areas that allow this. Of course, most locations will not allow this, therefore it is recommended to create, design, and construct an artificial beach. The artificial beach will however contain real palm trees and real sand, an artificial ocean, which is not very hard to build, since it is widely used in movies. The guests invited at the event will wear beach clothing. It is recommended to serve exotic dishes and drinks. The new product line to be launched is named Sublime Summer. The event, which will take place during the evening and night, should be named A Sublime Night for a Sublime Summer."
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