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Language Awareness, 2002.
Understanding how language helps us see images.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 2 sources, £ 18.95
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This essay presents the argument that the words used in everyday language are associated with certain images and labels that change according to cultural contexts and are thus, at times racial in nature.
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Measuring Awareness, 2006.
An analysis of employee awareness in business information systems.
3,085 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 62.95
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This paper is an analysis of effective techniques for improving employee awareness regarding business information systems particularly with regard to security training. The paper evaluates a strategy for implementing a successful awareness program and identifies the level of awareness necessary in a business environment. In addition the researcher quantifies how business information systems benefit organizations, how they are linked to organizational systems and how employee awareness factors into organizational competency and ultimately organizational success.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Background to the Problem
Significance of Problem
Literature Review
Measuring Awareness In The Organization
Theoretical Perspectives Measuring Awareness
Awareness Measuring Techniques
Managing Security As Part Of Efficient Awareness
Measuring Awareness Vs. Measuring Knowledge
Business Information Systems and Employee Awareness
Types of Training Necessary
Key Features of Awareness Program
Methods
Conclusions
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"Some refer to the process of measuring awareness as an information audit (Dobson, 2001). This audit determines where information comes from in an organization, where it goes, how it is used, who manages and shares it and who may process information (Dobson, 2001). An information awareness or audit should be customized to an organization and focus on "awareness, relevance, usability and unmet needs" with respect to business information systems (Dobson, 2001). An organization may also need to assess how information moves within the organization (Dobson, 2001)."
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Phonological Awareness and Reading, 2005.
A discussion of how phonological awareness affects reading and how one can teach phonological awareness skills.
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 22.95
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This paper discusses phonological awareness. It looks at what phonological awareness is, how it is formed, and what to do if deficits are shown. The problems that occur when there are deficits in phonological awareness are also discussed and ideas for intervention are provided.
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"Since phonological awareness develops over time, children must be given adequate support to enhance the skill that they are learning at a given time. This is not to say that children can only gain knowledge of one aspect of phonological awareness at a time, but only that skills should be fostered as they develop instead of just pushing the child immediately on to the next skill. Phonological awareness should not be expected to adhere to a strict stage theory of development; "children refine phonological awareness skills they have acquired while they are learning new phonological skills" (Anthony & Francis, 2005, p. 256)."
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Teaching the English Language, 2007.
A look at language development in school-aged children.
940 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 23.95
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The paper discusses four aspects of learning English. The paper explains that many students today are from different nationalities and backgrounds, with different cultural ideas and English as a second language. The paper addresses the language and cultural boundaries that exist in many schools between teachers and students. The paper looks at the problem of dyslexia, a lack of phonological awareness and problems with syntax and/or semantics. The paper points out that it is important to teach children about figurative language and how to use it correctly; including metaphors, idioms and proverbs. The paper also talks about the use of conjunctions and independent and dependent clauses that are of importance in school-age learning.
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"The diversity that is being seen more and more today in schools would be thought to be good, but it can actually be difficult for students. This is largely because most teachers in this country are white and speak English as their only language. In contrast to this, their students are from many different nationalities and backgrounds. They also have different cultural ideas and many speak English as a second language, and often not very well. There are more and more immigrants coming into this country today, and so there are many more children that must be taught. These children are getting an education, but there is some concern over whether they are really getting the high quality of education that they want and need because of language and cultural boundaries that still exist in many schools between teachers and students."
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Intention Awareness in Command and Control, 2004.
Explains how Intention Awareness can improve Situation Awareness to the point where sibordinate commanders ...
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 43.95
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Explains how Intention Awareness can improve Situation Awareness to the point where subordinate military commanders can function in the absence of direct control by senior commanders without compromising the potential for mission accomplishment.
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intent detection using adaptive learning techniques a conceptual paper The increasing fluidity of situation in military operations may beexpected to continue as emerging technologies and new military doctrinesconverge in zones of confrontation An axiom accepted widely in militaryestablishments around the work is that operational plans are valid onlyuntil the first shot is fired Following that point dynamic command andcontrol replaces plans as commanders act to counter operations of the enemythat threaten attainment of the organizational mission In the conduct of hostile operations
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Language and Culture, 2008.
This paper compares two articles on the cultural significance of language; "Decolonizing the Mind" by N'gugi wa Thiong'o and the "Intellectual Savage" by Jamake Highwater.
1,088 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 0 sources, £ 25.95
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The paper examines two articles, "Decolonizing the Mind" by N'gugi wa Thiong'o and the "Intellectual Savage" by Jamake Highwater. The paper explains how the articles discuss how language becomes the means through which a cultural reality is transmitted, thus controlling language is one means by which colonial usurpers can control self-imagery and self-awareness. The paper is of the opinion that both articles do a commendable job of highlighting the inter-relationship between language and culture.
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"In her article, "Decolonizing the Mind," N'gugi wa Thiong'o writes about her childhood speaking Gikuyu in her native Africa. In particular, she devotes time to recollecting how, as a small child, she listened to tales about how the weak hare could outwit the beasts of prey - the lion, the leopard, and the hyena - and stay alive in a hostile world. Not to be overlooked, she comments at length upon the different types of human beings who emerged in anthropocentric tales and how some were cruel, selfish and opposed to all that might foster a stronger community, and how others were kind, giving and individualistic; in assessing the narrative, it is evident that Ngugi wa Thiong'o is comparing the beasts of prey with colonizers eager to take over her native land. More than that, those stories impressed upon her the power of language - its cadence, rhythm, inflection, its suggestive power - and how language could bind a community together. Later though, this harmony would be broken when Englishmen took over the school system and made it a serious penalty for any child to be speaking the native Gikuyu language instead of the alien, oppressive English of the colonizers."
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Diversity and Inclusion in English Language Classrooms, 2005.
A look at the challenges facing the English teacher when teaching students whose native language is not English.
1,195 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 27.95
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This paper examines how almost every teacher in America is faced with the challenge of teaching English language learners (ELL) due to the cultural diversity of this country. It discusses how it is important for all teachers to be aware of the many strategies that can be used in the classroom to help their ELL students learn not only the English language but also the rest of the academic subjects being taught to the rest of the students. The paper concludes that teaching every student successfully is vital to the future of America since today's students are tomorrows working adults.
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"The strategy of using pre-instructional activities such as graphic organizers, semantic webbing, and mapping can be used effectively to help ELL students understand what they are learning. Before starting a reading assignment it is helpful to graph or map the information that will be discussed using a webbing format. If the reading assignment centers on a moral lesson, the teacher can guide the class through a discussion of what moral character is and what some important moral characteristics are to them. After discussing and mapping the concept of moral character with the entire class the ELL students will be more likely to understand the reading assignment. Using webbing and mapping can also help the teacher "determine where the students stand in relation to the content of the upcoming lesson" (Tips for teaching, n.d.). "
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Phonological Awareness, 2007.
An analysis of the value of phonological and phonemic awareness to teaching reading to children.
1,614 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 36.95
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This paper discusses the effects on children's developmental progress when they are given systematic explicit instruction in phonemic awareness. It discusses the ways in which phonological awareness and phonemic awareness, including how to teach and assess them, has made an extremely valuable contribution to understanding how to teach reading to all children, including children with learning disabilities or delays in early reading.
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"Other findings reveal that opportunities to play with language result in the development of phonemic awareness (Wasik 2001). In one 1987 study, young children who were knowledgeable about nursery rhymes and who had opportunities to manipulate sound in language also had well-developed phonemic awareness (Wasik 2001). Nursery rhymes are a natural way to expose children to words that sound the same, and research suggests that by learning rhymes, poems, and jingles, children develop awareness of sounds in words (Wasik 2001). Therefore, natural play with language can encourage children to attend to the sounds that words make (Wasik 2001). Research demonstrates that teaching phonemic awareness to 1st and 2nd graders who have had difficulty reading resulted in significant improvements in their ability to read and spell words, thus it is important for adult to create opportunities for children to learn phonemic awareness (Wasik 2001)."
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The Power of Language in Literature, 2006.
This paper examines the use and impact of language in Alice Walker's "The Color Purple" and Timberlake Wertenbaker's "Our Country's Good."
3,110 words (approx. 12.4 pages), 2 sources, APA, £ 62.95
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The writer of this paper explores and compares the use of language and its effect on women's lives in both "The Color Purple" and "Our Country's Good." This paper probes both works of literature and the authors' argument that the empowerment of women is possible through the establishment of one's voice which in turn alters the characters' perception of themselves and makes them aware of the choices available to them.
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"Nettie however provides a balance as a woman who finds her identity and asserts herself without becoming like a man. She represents what Celie could have become with education. Nettie rediscovers her African roots and the culture and traditions of Africa. She describes a village ceremony of delivering the roof is part of the villagers' welcome when Samuel, Corrine, Nettie and the children arrive at their African mission station."
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Phonemic Awareness Development, 2008.
This paper outlines an action research project on phonemic awareness in emergent readers.
2,534 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 16 sources, APA, £ 52.95
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The paper relates how the Yopp-Singer Test of Phonemic Segmentation was used on a kindergarten class and 30% of this group (6 students) were found lacking sufficient phonemic awareness skills. The paper describes how reading and phonemic exercises were helpful to these students in achieving pre-reading phonemic awareness skills. The paper concludes with the research on this topic. The Yopp-Singer Test of Phonemic Segmentation is included as an appendix to the paper.
Outline:
Statement of Problem: Phonemic Awareness
Proof of Problem
Goal for Improvement
Implementation
Setting
Fact Finding Research
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"The concerns noted stem from both classroom experience and research. Early observation through informal means displayed that many of the students in this Kindergarten class lack phonemic awareness. To test this informal theory the Yopp-Singer Test of Phonemic Segmentation was used and results reflected that a full 30% of this group of kindergarten students are lacking sufficient phonemic awareness skills in order to perform phonemic segmentation and phonemic manipulation. These emergent students lack the skills needed to enter the independent reading stage. At this point in the academic year, all kindergarten students should be able to segment and manipulate phonemes in order to become independent readers."
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Physical Fitness Awareness, 2002.
A look at the growing awareness among women regarding physical fitness within the context of age divisions, race and ethnicity.
3,650 words (approx. 14.6 pages), 36 sources, £ 92.95
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This paper is on the physical fitness awareness of selective women 2001-2002 year. There has been a growing awareness among women regarding physical fitness. As a result, a lot of physical fitness facilities have sprung up in the last few years. However, there are several determining factors that decide physical fitness awareness. This paper addresses the issue of physical activity within the context of age divisions, race and ethnicity.
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Comatose Awareness, 2007.
This paper explores the state of comatose awareness.
3,115 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 62.95
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In this article, the writer points out that cases like those of Terri Shiavo and Robert Kenneth Durksen put the moral quandaries regarding comatose victims to the forefront of the public's mind. The writer notes that only by fully understanding the condition, and answering questions such as whether or not there is awareness in comatose patients, can the public make informed decisions, when sensitive situations occur. This paper provides an overview of the comatose condition, followed by a review of literature regarding awareness in comatose patients. The writer then presents conclusions drawn from this information, in hopes of shedding further light on such a delicate topic.
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Introduction
Comatose Overview
Literature Review Regarding Comas and Coma Awareness
Analysis of Findings
Conclusion
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"The medical term comatose is derived from the Greek word koma, meaning a deep sleep. A comatose patient is in a deep state of unconsciousness that is characterized by the loss of reactivity to external stimuli and absence of spontaneous nervous activity, and cannot be awakened. Coma victims have usually experienced injury or disease of the cerebrum."
"The origin of the injury affects the different patterns of coma. Losses of consciousness for short durations may be caused by concussions, whereas the lack of oxygen, or anoxia, may lead to a coma that lasts for several weeks or is fatal. Sudden loss of consciousness in some patients may be caused by a stroke, which is a rupture or blockage of the vessels that supply blood to the brain."
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Developing Awareness, 2007.
An analysis of the factors that contribute to developing awareness of the world around oneself.
911 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 22.95
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This paper discusses the ideal of being able to develop awareness of the world around oneself. It goes into detail about the factors that make this awareness possible. It discusses a willingness to subject oneself to new ideals and release internal beliefs about what it means to be conscious or aware. It looks into the need to forgo one's reliance on factual information and instead come to recognize the symbolism apparent in every day activity. Finally, the paper explores how one's own perceptions are biased and often rely on factual or idealized versions of what is real, versus what is perhaps, unreal.
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"Nabokov (2000) interestingly asserts that "common sense" reveals that we exist and reminds us of our existence, but is only a "brief crack of light between two extremities of darkness." Like Keller he asserts that true consciousness does not arise from mere experiences or perceptions of experiences alone. The author suggests that the collective conscious is often directed by rigid rules of society, and one have but reach out and tap into their own self and identity to awaken their conscious and perhaps begin to capture a glimmer of true awakening. Inner knowledge comes from perception that is not tainted by memory but rather open to new revelations that should not result from reflexive acts but rather new experiences. This is much as Keller would suggest, that mankind could raise his awareness or conscious if only he stopped relying on the obvious and instead takes a moment to explore that which is not obvious or that which is unusual and new."
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Type 2 Diabetes Risk Factors and Awareness, 2008.
A research proposal analyzing the awareness, causes and prevention options of type 2 diabetes in middle school children in Bergen County.
2,008 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 18 sources, APA, £ 43.95
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This paper discusses the relatively new syndrome - juvenile type 2 diabetes. It describes the etiology, incidence and epidemiology of the disease. The paper then presents a research proposal analyzing the prevalence of risk factors for type 2 diabetes among a sample of middle school children in Bergen County. It specifically looks at the awareness of type 2 diabetes in children in Bergen County, its causes and how it can be prevented.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Insulin Resistance: Etiology
Incidence and Epidemiology
Research Questions
Hypothesis
Secondary Hypothesis
Null Hypothesis
Literature Review
Study Design
Data Collection
Theoretical basis of the study
Conclusion
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"Those who contract diabetes in childhood are more likely to contract coronary heart disease and peripheral vascular diseases in their adult lives (Baker, 2007). This disease's newfound prevalence has resulted in a name, cardiometabolic syndrome, which is gaining currency in new reports. A more recent study which followed up the results of the Sinha study found that early identification of cardiometabolic risks in children could result in earlier and more aggressive interventions to prevent progression to full-blown diabetes (Velasquez-Mieyer, 2007). Eisenmann et al found a relationship between "fatness and fitness" and insulin sensitivity amongst 7- to 9-year old children (Eisenmann, 2007). The study differentiated between obese and fit subjects, and found that those who were unfit (i.e. did not exercise often or enough) and obese had the worst fasting insulin results, while those who were in the 'normal' group had the best results. In the fat-fit groups, the values were intermediate. The authors concluded that exercise, with and without obesity, reduce chances of developing insulin resistance. A recent study published in JAMA demonstrated the effects of a weight management and exercise program on overweight children (Savoye, 2007). This randomized controlled trial followed 209 overweight children, aged 8 to 16 years of age. 135 participants completed a 6 month study, while 119 (53%) completed a 12-month study. Although the researchers established three arms (control, exercise and diet), they had to discontinue enrollment in the diet arm due to 'a high dropout rate.' The study measured reductions in BMI and concomitant insulin resistance, but the weight loss failure is indicative of the difficulty in changing eating behaviors amongst pre-teens and teens."
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