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Religion

Human and Nature in Eastern and Western Religions

Introduction Since Western and Eastern cultures were formed separately from each other, they developed different worldviews expressed in their religions. Various concepts of God caused people to have dissimilar perceptions of humans’ position in the universe. It, in its turn, led to different attitudes of people toward nature within a...

Religion

Social Organization of Religion

In his book Religion in Society: A Sociology of Religion, Johnstone addresses a variety of important questions, connected with religion and society. In the following paper, the two of these questions, (1) what the church-sect theory is, and (2) why religious conflicts take place, will be observed. First, speaking about...

Religion

The Teaching of Islam and Its Interpretation in Different Parts of the World

Introduction More than one and a half billion people around the world are zealous followers of Islam (Almonds 2010). This religion is also considered to be the fastest-growing major religion nowadays. There exist numerous interpretations of the Muslim religion around the world. Basically, Muslims are divided into three major denominations...

Politics & Government

State as a Sovereign Lawmaking, Law Enforcement Entity

The purpose of this essay is to analyze the relationship between society and the State, their connection, and to discuss the existence of a community without laws. The government appeared only at a fairly late period of human history, in which, however, people are used to living and therefore perceive...

Sociology

Marijuana Addiction and Legalization in the US

Recently, the issue of marijuana addiction and the spread of this substance have drawn much attention from specialists and the general public. The problem is that there are different opinions about whether the use of marijuana should be illegal, or if it can be legally used for specific purposes. Some...

Tech & Engineering

Managerial System Development Methodologies

Introduction System development methodologies pertain to steps followed to form, plan, and control the process of developing an information system. Conventional systems development methodologies include system prototyping, joint application design, and rapid application design. These systems differ based on techniques, teamwork, and the organization. Although these methods vary in their...

Politics & Government

Using Facebook as a Reliable Means of Attracting Youths to Politics

Abstract After sweeping over America, Canada and other developed nations, social networking sites are making inroads into the African community. Many African countries have adopted this form of virtual socialization, and Nigeria is such one country. These sites include Twitter, MySpace, and Hi5 among others. However, Facebook seems to have...

Law

Labor Rights for All the Workers in UAE

Abstract In UAE countries, there is a clear evidence and commitment to increase the existing legal structure to consent and enforce labor rights. To accomplish this, the managers are required to pay extra attention to the labor rights. This project is in twofold, one is to reflect the ongoing forces...

Environment

Alternate Energy Sources: Hydrogen

Hydrogen is an alternative source of energy for fossil fuels. Since the current energy is no predictable and reliable an alternative source of energy is preferred. The demand of energy is rapidly increasing. While the raw materials required producing fossil fuel energy is slow disappearing. The supply of oil, coal...

Environment

Global Warming: From Theory to Fact

The theory of global warming is becoming more and more popular – it is discussed in the media, many people research on all of the possibilities that may be related to or caused by the warming. There are many articles on the World Wide Web that describe a possible impact...

Environment

Everyday Communication on Climate Change

Today, the problem of climate change is one of the most controversial issues since scientific evidence shows that the situation is critical, yet mass competence remains low. The different opinions of political parties largely impact the views of people and complicate the beliefs about climate change. While the Republicans seem...

Environment

Fossil Fuel and Hydrogen Fuel

Introduction Hydrogen fuel in the modern days is being used as an alternative source of energy in order to overcome the recent climatic changes and create sustainable sources of energy. People are being encouraged to use more hydrogen energy so as to reduce the use of fossil fuels which cause...

Environment

Fossil Fuels and Alternative Energy Sources

Introduction The increase in energy demand and increasing global climate change have called for the need for less dependency on fossil fuels to help curb greenhouse gas emissions. Fossil fuels can be defined as geology, plant, and animal organic material deposits over a long period. The majorly used fossil fuel...

Literature

Death in Frost’s “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening”

Literary pieces have always tempted both esteemed critics and layman audience to seek interpretations of their meaning. Robert Frost’s poems are some of the most widely discussed pieces. One of the most notorious poems by Robert Frost, “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Day,” has gained excessive attention both on...

Law

Reception and Enforcement of International Arbitration Orders and Awards

Introduction Considering international commercial relations the arbitration process is important and considerably more advantageous than the litigation offered through the traditional national courts. In the modern world where the world is viewed as a global village arbitration remains a significant International instrument through which the rule of law can be...

Environment

Long-Term Solutions for Global Warming

Introduction Global warming refers to the slow increase in the temperature of the surface of the earth. It can, thus, be described as a climate change that leads to an increase in the temperature of the earth over a long period of time. From this definition, it is apparent that...

Environment

Fire Authority: Law, Ethics and Globalization

Introduction The jurisdiction of a fire authority is defined by the executive body under which the department falls under. As a fire authority department, we have therefore been able to offer service and training to the communities that we are mandated to serve with diligence and guided by the law....

Environment

Whats Solar Power?

For centuries now, most people have used solar power as a source of energy. Although most energy used today has its source from the sun, not all of it can be termed to be solar power. When we talk of solar power in terms of renewable energy, it is associated...

Politics & Government

Policy: Overcoming Racial Profiling

Problem-Solving Technique Employed The key issue of the problem was identified as public mistrust and critic of the police departments for their engaging in racial profiling, which caused the ineffectiveness of the law enforcement authorities in preventing general security. In order to rectify the problem of racial profiling, the program...

Art

How the 1960s Cinema Change Culture

The cinematography of the 1960s was a combination of rebelliousness, fun, frivolity, and at the same time, an era of tragic social and political events of civil rights movement and the cold war, all of which reflected on the cinematic pictures of that decade. This ten-year period represented a unique...

Tech & Engineering

Product Life Cycle of Apple iPhone Assessment

Every product undergoes the five stages of product life cycle (PLC) at a certain period of its manufacturing. These stages are the introduction phase, the growth phase, the maturity phase, the saturation phase, and the decline. When analyzing the PLC of any item, it is necessary to focus on the...

Entertainment & Media

The Force Behind Star Wars: Turning Design Ideas Into Reality

Outline Science fiction is often viewed by those who don’t read it as little more than escapist literature, a means of forgetting about the cares of the real world and inventing a happier place where concerns are at least not immediately pressing on the reader. As some of our greatest...

Sociology

Humanitarian Intervention Between Theory and Application

Introduction Humanitarian intervention can be described as a new principle in international legal system but it is an ancient phenomenon. It has now become a part of the positive international law and being employed as a mechanism to prevent use of force towards gullible mankind around the world. The humanitarian...

Tech & Engineering

Electronic Data Interchange in Shipping: Legal Issues

Introduction Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) involves the conduct of business transactions by exchanging the documents in electronic formats using web-based applications or Internet. EDI covers a wide range of transactions including placing purchase orders, offering price quotations, customer order confirmations, order status enquiries, shipping and the associated transactions such as...

Environment

Global Warming, Climate Change, and Society’s Impact on the Environment

Introduction Global warming and climate change are formidable challenges to mankind as they threaten the world’s social and economic structure. Human activities induce a rise in global temperatures and a change in rainfall patterns. A catastrophe might be unavoidable unless mankind realizes the potential menace presented by climate change on...

Environment

Extreme Weather Events + Geographies of Globalization

Introduction The world is facing a number of disasters and serious problems. The issue of Climate Change specifically because of Global Warming is considered the most significant global environmental problem currently. It is a major concern and a focus of attention of people, communities, politicians, governments, businesses, scientists, environmentalists, and...

Education

Advocating for Early Childhood Students: Subsidy Considerations

Introduction Early childhood development is a topic that requires precise attention from policy and decision-makers to ensure that childhood experiences would have a positive impact on a child’s life trajectory. Cognitive abilities, psychosocial skills, and relationships are the key issues that determine effective early childhood practices. This letter aims to...

Politics & Government

Social Security: The Means of Ensuring Social Welfare

The Scope and Nature of the Public Policy Problem The concept of social security was introduced into American social policies as the means of protecting vulnerable groups and addressing the instances of inequality within the American community. According to the definition suggested by the U.S. government, social security is a...

Tech & Engineering

Steam Injection Oil Recovery

Steam injection oil recovery is one of the most common ways of oil extraction, that has been in use since at least the 1960s (Dong et al. 1191). The process is implemented during the tertiary stage of enhanced oil recovery, which occurs during the exploitation of an oil well after...

Sciences

Treatment With Gene Therapy

Gene therapy is a fundamentally new approach, representing a combination of biomedical technologies for treating gene defects by introducing new genetic constructs into the body that can restore or replace a defective gene. Such therapy allows people to fix errors caused by mutations in the DNA structure or DNA damage...

Linguistics

Vocabulary Learning Strategies Used by Kuwaiti Students

Introduction Background of the study This study aims to provide substantial contribution to some applied and theoretical domains of the Second Language (L2) learning and teaching by investigating what the current Vocabulary Learning Strategies (VLS) practiced by second language learners in Kuwait across genders and a range of educational levels...

Tech & Engineering

Power Protection Coordination Thesis

Introduction Various reasons are given in the planning and operation of a power system protection that involves overload protection devices such as over-current relays, differential relays, distance relays, circuit breakers, and other “special purpose overcurrent protective devices”. These reasons can be summarised simply as to prevent power outage and major...

Environment

Sustainable Water Management: An Example From Amsterdam, Netherlands

Introduction Fresh water is one of the elementary needs of a human organism. It is also used for a variety of utilitarian needs like washing dishes, showering, flushing the toilet, heating homes, and for other uses. Fresh water reserves on planet Earth are limited so humanity have to develop and...

Environment

Personal Responsibility Towards the Natural World

Introduction Conservation of natural resources is a responsibility that every inhabitant of the Earth must take seriously. Our call to be good stewards of the environment is to ensure that the future generation has their share of the provisions of the natural resources. These resources are considered very limited in...

Education

Citizenship as the Aim of Education

People have seen education and its major goals differently depending on the cultural, economic, and political peculiarities of their societies. Although the major idea behind educating younger generations has been their development and their transition to complete involvement in social life, the aims and methods still differ considerably (Kirylo, 2013)....

History

The Aftermath of WW II in the United States

Introduction World War II had drastically changed many countries all over the world, and the US was not an exception. The USA joined the allies in a war against the Axis powers in 1941 following Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor. Despite more than four hundred thousand military casualties, the war...

Sociology

Drug Abuse and Modern Society

Social Media and Drug Abuse Prevention Social media has become one of the most significant communication channels for the vast majority of people and US residents in particular. On the one hand, people now have immediate access to communication with users all over the world, as well as the ability...

Tech & Engineering

Search Technologies in Business

Nowadays, the World Wide Web contains an infinite amount of information. However, Internet users often have to sort out data they would find useful and up-to-date. Luckily, due to the development of new technologies, search engines simplify this process. Such systems are designed to make the search faster and more...

Politics & Government

ICTY: The Training of Staff and Selection in the Recruitment Process Staff

Abstract ICTY – International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia investigates crimes committed by the former military rulers of Yugoslavia. The crimes investigated are crimes against humanity, ethnic cleansing and murder on a large scale. Experienced investigators who are recruited from the police forces of different countries conduct investigations and...

Environment

Waste to Energy

Introduction The management of resources, which are freshly extracted from the nature and those that are discarded influence the present environmental conditions and the future availability of natural resources largely (Kollikkathara, Feng, & Stern, 2009). However, the traditional importance that has been given on the exploitation of natural resources to...

Education

Cultural Competence in Multicultural Environment

Introduction Addressing conflicts efficiently is a crucial skill that one must possess in order to advance in any environment, be it business-, education-, or leisure-related. In this context, the significance of understanding the peculiarities and unique characteristics of other cultures cannot possibly be doubted. Therefore, creating an environment that encourages...

Environment

The Effects of the BP Oil Spill

On 20th April, a Deepwater Horizon oil rig belonging to the BP oil company blew up in the Gulf of Mexico. The rig killed 11 employees and started an uncontrolled oil leakage into the ocean. Attempts to manage the spill by use of controlled-burning, dispersants, and plugging the leakage were...

Education

US Department of Education

The United States forms many bodies and federal agencies to ensure the functioning of society and the rights of people. US Department of Education is one of the federal agents whose goal is to provide every US citizen with a decent level of education; however, some problems are not easy...

Education

The Guidelines for Special Education

Special education may be defined as a government-supported system that gives all students with disabilities the opportunity to meet their specific and unique learning needs and fulfill their true potential through specialized guidelines. Due to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), in the United States, special education is the...

Sciences

Moon Formation and Lunar Astronomical Missions

Introduction The history of human existence is closely connected with the only natural satellite of the planet — the Moon. This celestial body accompanied the development of the Earth practically from the very beginning: Moon was present at all stages of the planet’s geochemical and biological evolution. Thus, the origin...

Law

Court Procedure Discussion

Generally, courtroom workgroups are considered to consist of the criminal prosecutor, criminal defense attorney, and judge. Neubauer and Fradella (2019) also include the probation officer in the definition, though this position will typically not have as much authority as the other three. The prosecutor is responsible for bringing and presenting...

Literature

The Epic of Gilgamesh

Overview and the Summary of the Epic The story takes place in the ancient city of Uruk in the Sumer land. Uruk is reigned by the powerful yet tyrannical god-like king Gilgamesh. He abuses his power, but the people of the land do not oppose his will. He is indeed...

Sociology

Pop Culture and Its Influence on Sexual Behavior in Black Communities

Introduction The focus of this research is based on a study of the popular culture, and how this culture, which has so strongly drawn the African American youths, may have had an impact on the perceptions and attitudes of the said group of Americans, with regard to their expression of...

Sociology

Family Violence Carrying Over ‘Intergenerationally’

Introduction Statement of The Problem Having read through several research articles and other materials this researcher has discovered that witnessing violence in the family leads to several psychological problems in later life and adulthood. A pattern is seen whereby children who grow up in abusive homes turn out to be...

History

First Amendment v. Right of Publicity

Freedom of expression in colonial America Laws in America in the early sixties restricted freedom of expression for almost thirty years before the first newspaper was published (Pember, 1997). For instance, statutes in Massachusetts made it a crime to publish anything without first getting prior approval from the government. Twenty-Eight...

Tech & Engineering

Website in Schools

Abstract This dissertation addresses the technology of website use in schools to enhance learning and communication between and among all participants. The dissertation aims to explore the technology of website use in schools for the purpose of enhancing learning and communication for the benefit of the pupils, parents, teachers, school...

Environment

What Causes Global Warming and How It Can Be Fixed

Introduction The word global warming illustrates the increase in environmental temperatures all around the planet Earth. Evidence of global warming is pilling daily in life. The conditions are becoming tougher, and all the living organisms are struggling to withstand the extreme temperature conditions (Edward and Fredric 2011) The evidence of...

Education

The Effect of Students’ Learning Styles on Their Performance

This article reports a study that investigated the effect of students’ learning styles on their performance when instructed using web-based tools. Its main aim was to find out whether student performance improves when learning and instruction occur in a web-based environment (Kozub, 2010). Individual student learning is closely tied to...

Education

Examining a Case Study Method. Critical Tasks

The selection of a research method is one of the most critical tasks for any study. Among a variety of research designs, it is possible to distinguish between descriptive, experimental, cohort, and so on. A case study can be identified as a method to explore a particular problem in an...

Education

Life Skills Need to Be Taught in High Schools

The Problem and Its Significance Life skills play a crucial role in individuals’ overall development and their integration into communities. Hermens et al. define such abilities as “skills that enable individuals to succeed in the different environments in which they live, such as school, home, and in their neighborhoods” (408)....

Literature

Janie in Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God

Fear is a universal emotion that has a powerful presence both in life and in literature. It can keep people from danger, and it can shackle them, preventing them from living their lives to the fullest. Most of the characters in Zora Neale Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God belong...

Education

Early Childhood Education: High Scope and German Early Child Education

Early childhood education has been proven to have a lasting effect on a person’s life. There are numerous ways and education methods that are being used in the provision of learning experience and the necessary skills. High Scope is considered to be an effective learning technique that positively reflects on...

Religion

The Issue of Pornography in Church

Introduction Sometimes distinguishing between the clergy and the laity becomes difficult given the extraordinary behaviors that some clergymen portray. In unusual circumstances, even the pastors find themselves sinning. Poling (1994, p.118) states that “evil is systematic and organized at every level of human life, including in the religious level.” The...

Education

Low Motivation in Kids

Introduction Motivation refers to the ability of students to understand the teacher’s instructions and to perceive them as adding value to their education and lives. Motivated students cooperate with the teacher and perform exemplarily (Guzzini, 2011). Such students follow instructions and perform tasks assigned to them on time. Low-motivation steps...

Education

Effect of Globalization on Education

Introduction Globalization is a term that is used to refer to the changing political, economic, and cultural trends that began from 1970 to date. Globalization is characterized by; liberalization of world economies, the dominance of western political, economic, and cultural life, the growth of information technology, and lastly global integration...

Education

Evaluating the Character Education Program

Introduction The logical evaluation of a program is generally based on the matters of an assessment of its efficiency, its structure, and helpfulness in solving particular aspects of education. The ways of evaluating the program may be numerous, nevertheless, the main aim of the evaluation should be closely associated with...

Sciences

The Problems With Farming and Animal Consumption

Introduction The global human population is increasing. Food has now become an important concern due to the increased population. The high population has reduced farming areas at the expense of building homesteads (Pollan, 2007). Wild animals have suffered the most. As a result, global meat production has decreased. A new...

History

The Role of Chinese Women in The Past and Present

Introduction The position of women in traditional Chinese society and family was predetermined from the moment of birth. It was believed that everyone has their own destiny established by Tian or Heaven (Back 2). There was no such thing as inequality between men and women in Chinese society. The man...

Education

MCAT & SAT Instructor: Activity Review

Introduction The basic goal of an NCAT and SAT instructor is to outline and breakdown tests for the students without overwhelming them with the difficulty of the questions nor confusing them when it comes to choosing the correct answer. Part of my duty is to review the various skill tests...

Tech & Engineering

Methods of Scope Management of Projects

Introduction: Defining scope management It is important to clearly define the scope of a project to avoid emerging issues and navigate the project’s life cycle with confidence. Scope refers to the work required to reach the project’s outcomes and outputs set during a planning phase. It can be described as...

Culture

Customer Relationship in a Cross-Cultural Context

Introduction This paper defines the nature and structure of the topic, ‘An Evaluation of Executives’ Perceptions of Customer Relationship Management in a Cross-cultural Context’ in the e-retailing industry. Customer care and the relationship between customers and the company depend on the nature of the strategy of the company and the...

Philosophy

Implication for Marxism and Revolutionary Praxis

Introduction Karl Marx was arguably one of the brightest minds in the 19th century. He developed an idea together with his friend Engels, that the modern age is ripe for a revolution. This revolution is a natural outcome of human struggle. This struggle will produce an egalitarian society where there...

Sciences

The Developments in Quantitative and Qualitative Research Today

The methods used by modern researchers continuously evolve. These techniques tend to become more sophisticated and accurate; moreover, they are more oriented to the needs of people or the challenges that they face. This paper is aimed at discussing the recent developments in both quantitative and qualitative research. It seems...

Politics & Government

The Strong and the Weak in International Politics

Introduction The international environment is a significant issue in the modern world. It is so because this phenomenon refers to challenging relationships between different nations. They are challenging since world countries represent various cultures, religions, economic levels, and political theories. The latter ones are of significance because they determine how...

Politics & Government

International Politics: The United Kingdom

Introduction For centuries, the British Empire was a force to be reckoned with, dominating the European political stage and rapidly expanding its influence worldwide. However, new powers emerging in the aftermath of World Wars changed the rules of the game, and Britain was forced to accept the lesser role on...

Politics & Government

Global and International Organizations: NATO

Introduction NATO (The North Atlantic Treaty Organization) comprises of 28 countries from Europe and North America which have come together to achieve the goals of the North Treaty of 4 April 1949. The alliance gives countries a forum to consult on security issues and after deliberations come up with joint...

Tech & Engineering

Cloud Computing Security Issues

Introduction Recently, cloud computing has being considered as the major transformational paradigm in IT environment. It provides the opportunity to both “use the computing and storage resources on a metered basis” as well as “reduce investments in computing infrastructure” (Krutz & Vines, 2010, p. 3). As the next evolutionary stage...

Politics & Government

United States’ Death Penalty

Abstract In the United States offenses considered criminal are determined by statutes. The statutes give a clear sentence guideline on type of punishment to be meted. The rules are set out in the statutes to also govern the trials on criminal and pre-criminal proceeding. All the criminal procedures are set...

Design

Analysis of Le Corbusier’s Colour Choices

Introduction Le Corbusier is a Swiss architect and designer who was one of the pioneers of the International Style in architecture. Le Corbusier or, to be more exact, Charles-Édouard Jeanneret-Gris (his real name), was born in Switzerland in 1887. From the early childhood, La Corbusier was attracted to the visual...

Sciences

The Structure of Inherited Cardiomyopathy

Structure and function of bulk proteins of myocardial microfilaments The cellular units of cardiac muscle fibers, myocytes (10-20 µm diameters and 50-100 µm length) are connected end-to-end in series by a network of interdigitating cell membrane called intercalated discs, comprising two units, the desmosomes and gap junctions. These intervening structures...

Education

Spanish for Native Speakers

Introduction Every educator comes across many different styles of learners, encountering a variety of levels. Within a foreign language classroom there is an expected array of students, some of which achieve higher levels of language acquisition than others. However, there is an entire other group that needs to be addressed...

Sciences

Antibacterial Susceptibility of Various Seaweeds to Know Pathogenic Bacteria

Introduction Seaweeds are organisms that look like plants that are found on seashores. This is the term that refers to the wide marine algae that mostly grow in shallow waters. The algae in the marine environment provide food and home to the different sea animals and add beauty to the...

Linguistics

The Difference in Communication Between Older People and Peers

Introduction The modern world, due to the advancements in technology, offers people an array of means to communicate with one another and convey ideas to the person to whom the message is addressed. Language is the most essential component of communication, and the quality of the language used is measured...

Sciences

The Mixed Methods Research Designs

Cresewell (2011, p. 430) defines mixed methods research design as “a procedure for collecting, analyzing, and ‘mixing’ both qualitative and quantitative research methods in a single study so as to understand a research problem”. In terms of rationale, mixed methods research design has several characteristics. First, it calls for the...

Politics & Government

World Bank as an Example of an International Non-Governmental Organization

Non-Governmental Organizations are private, voluntary organizations made up of persons or associations that convene with a common objective. They range from grassroots organizations to known worldwide organizations. Some of the non-governmental organizations are funded by private means, while others depend partly on governmental funds1. Other non-governmental organizations meet their objectives...

Politics & Government

Theories of International Organization

Introduction The international organization is viewed from a number of perspectives according to the different international relations theorists. The theorists include realists, neo-functionalist and regime theorists. The formation and governance of international organizations have presented a challenge globally. There are a few theories that attempt to explain and give a...

Literature

“Everyday Use” by Alice Walker

Introduction The story “Everyday Use” by Alice Walker tells about the relationship between mother and two daughters with different views and beliefs, and how a mother’s attitude towards her younger daughter changed with time. This story also addresses the topic of cultural identity in a way of how this term...

Sociology

Women in Business: Leadership Positions

Introduction Women have suffered for a long time because of gender inequalities associated with cultural practices and social stereotypes. Affirmative actions have led to the emancipation of few women, and more needs to be done to ensure there is equality in society. The number of career women has increased because...

Sociology

Drug and Alcohol Treatment Methods in Foreign Countries

Introduction Substance abuse has long been one of the major concerns for practitioners and psychotherapists. A great number of research works have been dedicated to the study of this affliction and strategies of overcoming it. There is no universal approach to this problem and many treatment methods have been developed....

Politics & Government

Political Parties: The Role in the Elections

The modern governing system is a complex network of political parties and participation in such parties involves working towards the administration and order in the country. During the presidential election it is more beneficial and influential to be involved in a political party because there are more ways and chances...

Politics & Government

European Economic Community and European Court of Justice

The world has several times seen the unions of countries and nations, some of which are still present today. EEC stands for European Economic Community and is one such union. The original name for EEC is the Treaty of Rome, which was signed on March 25, 1957. The European Community...

Politics & Government

Is True Peace Only Possible Among Democracies?

Is true peace only possible among democracies? To answer this question the past, present and future states of many countries must be considered. Numerous peacekeeping efforts are being made today. As the awareness of the need for peace is increasing, more and more countries are joining in the efforts to...

Law

Workers’ Rights and Labor Law: Key Aspects

Countries that violate labor laws Many countries in the world violate workers’ rights. They expose them to poor working conditions, low wages, and long working hours. They also deprive them of access to law protection. Countries, such as Kuwait and Malaysia, are known for violation of human labor laws. In...

Law

The United States’ Correctional Systems: Criminal Punishments

Introduction Human beings differ from animals since they have sets of laws that govern their behavior. Animals are primitive creatures since they are controlled by their impulses and immediate needs. Even though most animals are perceived to have a higher intelligence level than others they are all governed by crude...

Tech & Engineering

Transfer of Knowledge and the High Tech and Electrics Industry

Going to the moon, talking to a person who is on the other side of the earth, slowing the rate of aging – all these things have recently stopped existing only in fairy-tales. Technology has improved the quality of our lives and has been helping us in reaching our dreams....

Sciences

Maleimide (Polymer): Structure and Properties

Introduction Maleimide is unsaturated imide which is commonly used as a building block in organic synthesis. The general chemical formula of this compound is H2C2(CO)2NH. The IUPAC name of maleimide is 2,5-Pyrroledione. Its molecular formula is C4H3NO2 with a molar mass of 97.07 g/mol and a melting point 91-93 °C...

Family, Life & Experiences

Work-Life Balance: Theories, Studies, and Applications

Introduction At the onset of globalization, organizations have to redesign management practices and place people at the heart of the business. It’s a new trend in organizations aiming for a work and life balance. We say it’s a global village and we have to live and cope with globalization. Change...

Education

Teacher and School Leadership Capabilities

Introduction A teacher leader is one who takes an active role in various activities of the school. This includes assisting students as well as supporting school projects to ensure that success is achieved. Consequently, a teacher leader helps shape the course of the school, motivates colleagues in their duties, and...

Sciences

Why Claude Levi-Strauss Is Considered the Father of Modern Anthropology?

Claude Levi-Strauss contributed greatly to the field of anthropology. Thus, he is considered the father of modern anthropology. Born in Brussels and raised in Paris by French parents, Claude became one of the leading and most respectable intellectuals in France soon after the World War because he managed to revolutionize...

Sciences

“Preventing Chronic Diseases” by Choi and Pak

The article “A catalog of biases in questionnaires” by Choi and Pak presents an argument on the importance of avoiding bias while designing questionnaires for the patients which appears to be very important for the results of medical examinations. The article discusses the results of investigations conducted within different medical...

Art

Clarke’s “The Sentinel” vs. “2001: A Space Odyssey” by Kubrick

Introduction Space exploration has provided fascinating and intriguing ideas for films, literary work, and real life. The existence of mysterious and intellectual life forms also intrigues readers and viewers alike. Both Arthur Clarke’s “the Sentinel” and Stanley Kubrick’s film “2001: A Space Odyssey” are also fascinating and intriguing art works....

History

Attitudes Toward Women After 1865

The role of women in society has long been underestimated. However, after 1865 women achieved remarkable results in protecting their rights in the United States. Mainly, these considerable achievements were made due to the efforts of women belonging to the feminist movement. Due to their efforts, the very concept of...

History

East Asia Civilization

Identifications Footbinding is a custom of biding little girls’ feet with the purpose of preventing their growth. The custom became popular in China during the period of the Southern Tang kingdom. Having short feet became very popular among the representatives of the Chinese elite after the great success that the...

Transportation

Electromagnetic Propulsion Technology In Transport

Abstract Electromagnetic propulsion uses the concepts and applications of electromagnets. Technologies that make use of such applications include magnetic levitation technologies, including maglev trains, railguns, and even electromagnetic motors to some degree (though more use is made of the motor principle derived from electromagnets). Electromagnetic propulsion technology added a big...

Tech & Engineering

Software Quality Assurance in Multi-Vendor Environments

Overview of Quality Quality is generally defined as a measure of excellence in a firm’s production process and outcome (Swanson, Esposito & Jester 1999, p.33) or as Bowen P (1985, p. 87) puts it, “the state of being free from defects, deficiencies, and significant variations” and that quality embraces cost,...

Politics & Government

Corporate Social Responsibility Public Policy

Introduction Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is important within the private sector. All corporations are obliged to provide assistance to communities. It is important for firms to give back both to their consumers and the general environment. This explains the basic foundation of CSR (Utting & Marques, 2009). There exist significant...

Tech & Engineering

Fire and Rescue Services: Organizational Behaviour

Introduction A fire tragedy and its corresponding rescue operations often provide an avenue where issues of human behavior originate. It is during such events that human character is made manifest about the organizational structure. Under normal circumstances, tragedies involving fire attract rescue and evacuation operations. During such a time the...