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Military Intelligence in Iraq, 2006.
This paper discusses how military intelligence played a role in Iraq and what this means for America.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, £ 24.95
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In this article the writer points out that there is little doubt that military intelligence has played a huge role in the Iraq War. The writer discusses how information from military intelligence caused America to invade Iraq in the first place. Further, the writer notes that the American government led by President Bush tried to show the link between the Iraqi regime to Al Qaeda.
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"There can be little question that military intelligence has played a huge role in the Iraq war. For one thing, it was military intelligence suggesting that Iraq had weapons of mass destruction which (presumably) led America to invade that country in the first place. Moreover, the Bush government endeavored (with the events of September 11, 2001 still fresh in the minds of millions of Americans) to connect Hussein's Iraqi regime to Al Qaeda's terrorist network. As a result, military intelligence created the justification needed for American law-makers to authorize placing US troops in harm's way while simultaneously ear-marking tens of billions of dollars for the war and the concomitant reconstruction effort."
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U.S. Military Intervention in Iraq, 2002.
An essay that analyzes the issues of U.S. military intervention in Iraq if the U.N. weapons inspectors are hindered in their role.
1,513 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 34.95
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This essay focuses on the national debate in the US as to whether there should be military intervention in Iraq if the weapons inspectors are hindered. The writer presents an analysis of the arguments both for and against intervention and highlights the position of President Bush and those who oppose him. The paper maintains that Iraq has attempted to create weapons of mass destruction and needs to be stopped. It concludes by arguing that there is currently worldwide support for a US led initiative and this makes it an opportune time to persevere in attempting to bring stability to the region.
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"There is a nationwide debate-taking place about whether or not the U.S. should intervene militarily if Iraq hinders the weapons inspection process. The debate is not just across political party lines, Americans from all walks of life are contemplating this decision. If war is declared with Iraq, the U.S. and hopefully, their allies, will be looking at a military campaign with the use of ground troops, possibly occupying Iraqi cities. I believe there is credible evidence that Iraq has attempted to produce weapons of mass destruction and should be stopped."
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Supplying the Military in Iraq, 2007.
A discussion of the weapons and technology that are necessary in the Iraq war.
1,455 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 11 sources, MLA, £ 33.95
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This paper discusses the war in Iraq. It particularly focuses on the issues of supplying the military who have been stationed there and the weapons and technology that are needed in this particular war, in order for the United States to come out victorious. The paper discusses various accusations against the US government over the Iraq war as well as views of the US Defense Secretary, Donald Rumsfeld.
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"In January 2006, the Associated Press reported that "U.S. soldiers in the field were not all supportive of a Pentagon study that found improved body armor saves lives, with some troops arguing that more armor would hinder combat effectiveness" (Lenz 2006). A few days earlier, General Peter Pace told the AP that he had confidence in efforts to provide U.S. forces with the best possible body armor and armored vehicles, amid criticism that the U. S. troops do not have sufficient protection (Gamel 2006). In February 2006, it was reported that a former U.S. soldier injured in Iraq would receive a refund after being forced to pay for his missing body armor vest, which medics destroyed because it was soaked with his blood (Barker 2006)."
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The Possibility of Intrinsically Intelligent Artificial Intelligence, 2001.
An analysis of Searle's argument against the possibility of strong Artificial Intelligence.
1,825 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 0 sources, £ 40.95
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This paper examines Searle's original argument against the possibility of strong Artificial Intelligence, or what he calls intrinsically intelligent AI. This argument was presented in "Minds, Brains, and Programs" which contains his original formulation of the Chinese Room example and many others. This paper explains Searle's original view (which has been slightly modified in recent years) against the possibility of strong AI. It then examines the serious shortcomings in his argument, namely his flagrant assumption that intelligence is a bio-chemical property, something that he barely mentions in his text. Holfstadter later called this view "bio-chauvinist." The writer examines what it is Searle is trying to say, where his bio-chauvinism comes into play, and what the end result is.
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"In his paper "Minds, Brains, and Programs," John R. Searle attempts to establish the impossibility of strong artificial intelligence (AI), that an "appropriately programmed computer" can have genuine mental states. The validity of strong AI implies a direct correspondence between mental states and formal processes, and as such, insists that a properly defined program is sufficient for producing understanding and intentionality in the thing instantiating that program. Searle refutes this claim, arguing that a program could not be sufficient for producing intentionality because for any program it is possible to instantiate it in something without producing mental states in the thing. In elucidating this central point, Searle derives a distinction between "intrinsic" intentionality and "derived" intentionality. He defines intrinsic intentionality as the sort present in things that clearly have mental states, such as people. Searle distinguishes this from derived intentionality, which he claims is ascribed by those with intrinsic intentionality to things that "perform the sort of functions that we perform on the basis of our intentionality," but that do not actually possess mental states or a genuine intentionality. With this distinction, Searle's claim that programs are not sufficient, or even necessary, for producing intentionality becomes a claim that mere things - namely computers for our purposes - can only have derived intentionality and never can possess intrinsic intentionality. Searle's argument, pushed by his example of the Chinese room, at first seems to raise an alarming challenge to AI proponents, but on closer examination it becomes clear that the thrust of Searle's claim relies on some highly debatable intuitions and assumptions he makes a priori. In this paper I will argue that Searle's conclusion is entirely dependent these contestable assumptions and intuitions. I will then attempt to construct what Searle's response to this objection would likely be, and I will conclude by discussing the significance of this debate with regards to AI and all of cognitive science."
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The Military-Industrial Complex and the War in Iraq, 2008.
An argument that President Eisenhower's military-industrial complex warning is connected to the War in Iraq.
938 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, £ 23.95
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The paper compares and contrasts the war in Iraq with President Eisenhower's warning about the military-industrial complex. The paper argues that because President Eisenhower's warning in 1961 of the growing power and influence of the military-industrial complex has been largely forgotten, we are now burdened with the consequences of a war in Iraq. The paper claims that the Iraq war is reaping massive profits for the defense industry, but is bankrupting the American Treasury and bitterly dividing the country.
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"Unfortunately, neither the American people nor their leaders have sufficiently heeded President Eisenhower's warnings over the past forty-five years, for the military-industrial complex exists today and has power and influence on a far vaster scale than existed in 1961. The interlocking associations between government leaders and institutions, powerful defense industry corporations, and the Pentagon have produced skyrocketing budget deficits, immense profits for weapons manufacturers, rampant political corruption in Washington D.C., and a bloody fiasco in Iraq."
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Non-Military Effects of the U.S.-Iraq War, 2004.
A look at the archaeological and historical consequences of the U.S. invasion of Iraq.
904 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 22.95
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This paper discusses how the war waged against Iraq by U.S. forces has resulted in the destruction of more than just military sites. It explains how many of Iraq?s cultural sites, including museums, libraries, and significant ancient sites, have been the victims of destruction.
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"An early tourist guide on Iraq, which was printed in 1982 states ?Few countries in the world are as rich in archaeology as Iraq. The Iraq National Museum, with its great, well-organized and carefully labeled collection of archaeological finds is a reflection of this richness (Radio Free Europe, 2003). Today, the museum remains under guard by U.S. military forces to prevent any more looting and pillaging of ancient artifacts. Many statues, paintings and papers have been totally ruined and several of the most precious artifacts are missing."
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Genes and Intelligence, 2005.
This paper discusses the contribution of genes to general intelligence, although intelligence cannot be defined clearly.
1,875 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 41.95
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This paper explains that research demonstrates that chromosomes, the gene-carrying structures of an organism, are able to determine the level of an individual's intelligence. The author points out that scientists can measure particular inherited features by studying identical twins, who share the same genes, and can use molecular psychiatry to identify specific genes related to intelligence. The paper stresses the problem in genetic identification is that there are several forms of intelligence, such as academic intelligence, which is the traditional construct of intelligence; analytic intelligence, which is similar to academic intelligence and is suitable for testing on I.Q. tests; creative intelligence, which is, for example, a musical or artistic intelligence and cannot be accurately tested because it cannot be clearly defined; and practical intelligence, which cannot be tested because it, too, cannot be clearly defined.
Table of Contents
Introduction to Essay
General Information on Genes and Chromosomes
Information on Intelligence Tests
Positive Aspects on Intelligence Tests
Negative Aspects on Intelligence
What Can and Cannot Be Tested
Research and Experiments Conducted on Topic
Proposals from Scientists
Hypothesis from Experts
Conclusion
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"Intelligence is the measure of a person's mental ability to function and to solve everyday problems as well as random odd problems. Individuals differ from one another in their ability to adapt to the environment, to understand complex ideas, to learn from experience and to overcome certain obstacles by taking thought. All of these concepts make up an individuals intelligence level. The most common way to measure a person's intelligence in today's society, is the IQ test. The IQ test is a series of questions involving mathematics and other types of problems that is completed by the recipients and later graded. The grade on the test determines the person's intelligence level."
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Intelligence Gathering, 2006.
A discussion on which method of intelligence gathering the intelligence community should rely on in order to counter terrorism.
1,821 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 14 sources, MLA, £ 40.95
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This paper examines how, in recent years, there has been much debate in the intelligence community relating to the balance between human intelligence (humint), and technical intelligence (techint), in satisfying a state's intelligence requirements. This paper addresses the argument from both sides and suggests that there has been an over reliance on techint in recent years, leading to inadequacies in intelligence gathering.
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"The current debate, although not unique to the post 9/11 period, is certainly prevalent today, and has generally involved the advocates of techint in disagreement with those that suggest humint has been neglected as a result of this. Perhaps typical of those advocates is Turner (1985. p92. cited in Shulsky. p34. 2002), who states that 'One way or another, we should soon be able to keep track of most activities on the surface of the earth, day or night, good weather or bad.' As we shall see, the idea that one collection method is favoured over the other is not helpful to the ongoing debate on intelligence reform in the U.S. and that supporters of techint's superiority are misguided, perhaps because of what Emerson (2003. p2) describes as the 'American love affair with technology.' "
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What Is Intelligence?, 2002.
A discussion on what intelligence is and the types of intelligence there are.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, £ 24.95
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This paper explores what intelligence is. It discusses whether there is more than one kind of intelligence, whether people can be smarter in some ways than others and whether we can really measure intelligence accurately. It explores whether biology or environment has the most influence on a person's intelligence.
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Emotional Intelligence, 2006.
A review of issues in theoretical construct and measurement (emotional intelligence) pertaining to business administration.
8,036 words (approx. 32.1 pages), 104 sources, APA, £ 120.95
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This dissertation proposal examines the relationship that exists between the role of 'emotional intelligence' and 'effective leadership and job success'. According to the paper, the theory of emotional intelligence states that emotional intelligence "is a combination of the intelligence we have that helps us both know and manage ourselves well, and the intelligence that we have that helps us understand, motivate and relate effectively to other people." The paper further discusses how even the most academically brilliant among us are vulnerable to being undone by unruly emotions.
Outline:
Introduction
Emotional Intelligence Theory
EI as a Form of Intelligence
Spearman - Psychological Ability
Thorndike Social Intelligence
Weshsler - "Non-Intellective Abilities"
Howard Gardner - "Multiple Intelligences"
Mayer & Salovey - "Four Branch Model"
Daniel Goleman - Personal and Social Competencies
Reuven Bar-On - EI in the Context of Personality Theory
Emotional Intelligence and Leadership
EI and Successful Organizational Leadership
Summary and Conclusion
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"Emotion Quotient Inventory (EQ-I) self report measure of emotionally and socially intelligent behavior that provides an estimate of emotional-social intelligence. The EQ-I was the first measure of its kind to be published by a psychological test publisher (BAR-On, 1997a) Contains 133 items (short sentences) (5 point response scale) takes 40 minutes to complete (scales are scored on 15 subscale scores: Intrapersonal (self-regard, emotional , self-awareness, assertiveness, Independence, self actualization) Interpersonal (empathy, social responsibility, interpersonal relationship) Stress management (stress, tolerance, impulse control) Adaptability (reality testing, flexibility and problem solving) General Mood (optimism, happiness) Scores computer generated/raw scores auto. tabulated and converted into standard scores based on a mean of 100 and standard deviation of 15. Resembles IQ scores - (E) Ave to above ave EQ scores - suggest respondent = effective emotional and social functioning. Higher scores - more positive prediction for effective functioning in meeting daily demands/challenges. Low - inability to be effective due to emotional, social or behavioral problems. Has built in correction factor automatic adjustment of scale scores based on scores obtain from two of the instrument's validity indices (positive impression and negative impress) Important feature for self-report reducing potential of distortion in effects of response bias with increased accuracy in results."
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Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace, 2006.
An overview of the concept of emotional intelligence and how it is applied in the workplace.
3,900 words (approx. 15.6 pages), 12 sources, MLA, £ 73.95
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Emotional intelligence is as an individual's ability to understand other's emotions and to use that understanding to successfully interact with others. It has been argued that emotional intelligence is more important as compared to traditional intelligence or IQ. This paper provides a detailed description of the concept of emotional intelligence, before examining how it is applied in the workforce, as well as in business leadership.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
Emotional Intelligence at the Workplace
Achieving an Appropriate Level of Emotional Intelligence at the Workplace
Creating Opportunities for Emotional Intelligence: Important Considerations
Promoting Emotional Intelligence in Organizations
Emotional Intelligence and Business Leadership
Learning Emotional Intelligence
Conclusion
Works Cited
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"Motivation helps the individuals to define new and improved methods of completing a certain task or performing a job. It also creates loyalty among the individuals, towards their cause. In addition to this, the element of empathy further contributes towards the development of emotional intelligence in an individual. It allows the individual to consider the feelings of the individuals who are expected to be affected by his or her decisions. Emotional Intelligence helps the individuals to realize the fact that their decisions are going to affect others in a positive or a negative manner and therefore they should consider the consequences of their decisions. Finally, social skills allow the individuals to come close to their peers and subordinates and understand their emotional needs."
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Emotional Intelligence (EI), 2007.
This paper is a review of research literature to identify and evaluate where voids or gaps currently exist in identifying how emotional intelligence (EI) relates to sales outcomes.
2,570 words (approx. 10.3 pages), 20 sources, APA, £ 53.95
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This research study examines how emotional intelligence may impact sales outcomes, and to what extent the research conducted in the past has effectively explored the direct relationship between sales outcomes and emotional intelligence. The paper explains that the literature review focused on previous methodologies, hypothesis, concepts and analytical procedures to help establish whether data correlating emotional intelligence scores to sales outcomes was more qualitative or quantitative in nature. The author points out that, from the review of the literature, it is clear that much of the research focused broadly on the ways emotional intelligence may impact outcome without too much specificity given to the topic of sales outcomes. The paper concludes that future research needs to focus on exploring the exact impact emotional intelligence has on sales outcomes, exploring how negative emotional intelligence affects the organization and examining what tools, aside from applied learning or goal orientation, can be used to transform negative emotional intelligence into positive intelligence.
Table of Contents:
Literature Review
Emotional Intelligence Defined
Review of Popular Studies
Summary of Literature Analysis of Gaps
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"Ashkanasy (2002) conducted a study of emotional intelligence and perception of emotion in organizations in an attempt to improve understanding of "organizational behavior through investigation of the cognitive and affective processes" underlying attitudes among employees and behavior. The author hypothesized that leaders within an organization are characterized by certain traits or outcomes that may predispose them to their roles within the organization, concluding that attribution theory is most likely the best causal explanation for why people act the way they do, and how this may impact organizational efficacy, as in the case of sales.
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U.S. Intelligence Revolution, 2008.
This paper looks at the changes that have taken place in the field of intelligence in the United States and discusses that further transformations are required.
1,840 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 41.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the transformations that occurred in the intelligence field after the Second World War and during the Cold War brought up what can be called an intelligence revolution because of the nature of these transformations. The writer points out that the United States experienced a rapid growth in military technique, but there was also an unprecedented international willingness to share intelligence. Considering these changes, the impact of the intelligence revolution on the evolution of the United States was considerable. The writer maintains that the technological developments in the intelligence field during the Cold War caused an intelligence revolution in the US which made it possible for the United States to have a great advantage over its enemies. The writer concludes that the supremacy of US intelligence has not been questioned until 2001, after the terrorist attacks. More and more voices now call for another intelligence revolution that would adapt the U.S. to the new circumstances.
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"Before the Second World War the American intelligence was at a very low level, at least comparing to what followed. There was little valuable intelligence information related to the Soviet Union, Germany or Japan which was taken directly from the source, through field agents. American intelligence was mostly directed against internal threats represented by communist supporters and later, Nazi agents. However, this was the period when the transformations in the intelligence field began. US agents were making strides in code breaking and the organization of intelligence services began to function a little more complex.
"The message encoding represented the first step towards a more elaborate intelligence. This was most noticeable after the Pearl Harbour attacks and was focused especially on the Japanese. US efforts for cracking Japanese military messages intensified after the attacks and the leader in this effort was the Combat Intelligence Unit belonging to the US Navy. Due to the technical evolution, the US military was able to crack the Japanese code and intercept thousands of messages during the World War II."
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Intelligence, 2003.
A comparison between the theories of single intelligence and multiple intelligences.
690 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 2 sources, APA, £ 16.95
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This paper examines the nature of learning. The paper defines, compares and contrasts Charles Spearman's theory of single intelligence and Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences.
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"The attempt to understand different learning and thinking styles is based on different arguments with respect to the nature of intelligence. Such arguments traditionally fall into two categories..."
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