This paper seeks to explore the ideal location of an air cargo hub in Southeast Asia block of countries. Critical to this examination will be the study of general aviation industry in Southeast Asia, the study of air cargo industry within general aviation industry and the increasing need for air...
Introduction Italian neorealism is a movement in the Italian cinema which was typical for the postwar period in Italy and which took hold in Europe, namely, it affected the movement of the New Wave in the French cinema. The techniques of the Italian neorealism can be traced in the movie...
Introduction The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano as written by him is an account of his life story and outlines the ups and downs he went through as a slave since he was captured in 1756, how he was sold from one slave owner to another, how...
Introduction Psychological testing examines information given to examiner, who assesses and evaluates information. It is also called psychological assessment since it assess psychology in human being such as mental, emotional, or cognitive (Jackson, 1996 p 12). Psychological assessment gives information inform of answers from the asked questions, answers on a...
Background The crisis on Cuban missiles was the most serious confrontation between the U.S and the Soviet Union. It was so short yet so intense that it was given lots of attention by the then U.S president Kennedy. Nuclear missiles of intermediate range were placed in Cuba to counter the...
Introduction Education is an important element of every society. It is through education that individuals learn to face various challenges in life. There have been many research studies intended for improving education. The main objective of these studies is to overcome the challenges in education and make it more fruitful...
Introduction The use of animals in laboratory research and experimentations has drawn mixed reactions since its inception. The testing of medications and the use of animals to discover drugs for human illnesses have had its benefits on society. On the one hand, it has led to the discovery and testing...
Introduction Ethics refers to a code of conduct that informs one of what is acceptable and what is not thus it basically defines what is required of a person when carrying out any task. In light of this, all institutions of learning have put in place regulations and policies in...
Introduction Expertise is a very critical element that enhances efficiency, effectiveness as well as the economy in a given activity or practice. It entails skill or knowledge in a particular area/field. There are various ways through which expertise could be developed, each being associated with some benefits as well as...
Introduction Ensuring occupational health and safety is a management function that seeks to promote the safety, health as well as welfare of persons (employees) involved in work. The main objective of occupational health and safety initiatives is to enhance a safe work environment (Reese, 2008, p. 45). As a legal...
Introduction The present literature review aims to reveal the essence of Haitian nationalism, ethics and self-care, and the anthropology of trauma. Through the interweaving of these topics, one may understand the history, religion, and culture of Haitian people, their complicated past and present, and may see the development of Haitian-hood...
Abstract This paper analyzes the performance of students who use English as a foreign language as well as Bangla as a native language in Bangladesh. According to a survey conducted among teachers and students, it was concluded that language can adversely affect the performance of learners in all levels of...
Abstract America is described as a country with diverse races. The United States is a powerful economy featuring very wealthy and poor people. It also has a justice system based on democracy. Criminal justice, however, is frequently known to be influenced by racial and class biases that have been dominant...
Introduction Africa was under the rule of westerners in the early 19th century. During this period, there was rampant racism, inequality, and denial of rights to black people. In South Africa, for instance, these aspects of the bad ruling were very common. As a result, African nationalism emerged and movements...
Introduction China owes its present existence and well-being to the actions of some of its past great leaders. Arguably the two most significant leaders in China’s history are Mao Zedong and Deng Xiaoping. These two played monumental roles in shaping China between 1949 and 1997. Through their respective rules, Mao...
The Soviet Union was in a state of turmoil during the period between 1985 and 1991. The elevation of Gorbachev to the position of secretary-general saw the turning point of communism in Russia (Reynolds, p. 19). However, there are underlying factors that made the Soviets decline slowly and finally collapse...
Introduction Churches have doctrines that define how activities are conducted. This has been carried on for years and is considered a predictable culture. Churches have therefore depended on tradition for constancy that guarantees continuity. Change that welcomes innovativeness and passion is not easily welcomed. Michael Slaughter wrote a book that...
Introduction Japan like any other emerging economies of the mid-19th century was hard hit by the world wars. The far-reaching effects of the war on the social-political and economic development progress were hardly felt by the country especially after the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings that marked her defeat in the...
Introduction Apartheid is an inseparable part of South African history, and its legacies continue to be palpable nowadays. This paper is aimed at discussing the political, economic, and social impacts of apartheid policies, especially with the reference to the period which ranges from the late forties to the mid-seventies of...
Abstract Shakespeare’s literal works are characterized by intricate or hidden meanings, complex vocabulary, and elaborative imagery. The type of writing employed by Shakespeare presents enormous challenges to present-day English readers; it is very difficult for modern readers to extract and understand his works. The inherent difficulties are the reason why...
Introduction Nowadays, it became a commonplace practice among theoreticians of journalism to refer to the proper functioning of a ‘fourth estate’ as the crucial element of ensuring democratic society’s well-being. Some authors go even as far as implying that the concepts of journalism and democracy are essentially synonymous and that...
Introduction Posttraumatic stress disorder also known as PTSD is a psychological and emotional response to a traumatic event. Not everyone who went through a disaster or emergency situation develops PTSD. It is also difficult to diagnose PTSD if health workers and volunteers are not aware of the symptoms. It requires...
Introduction There are important elements to take into account regarding reforms to the school systems. Despite their different contexts, all the schools should be able to adopt similar interventions or measures that are unique to each of them. These interventions can be categorized into process, structure, or resource-based. In the...
Introduction Service learning has proved to be an important tool in the development of the behavior and characters of participants. It aims at increasing the participation of students in community development, increasing their knowledge and community awareness. This in turn makes the participants be better individuals, students and citizens. However,...
Introduction Capacity building is essential for secondary school principals. This portion of writing examines a literature review of academic works done on the subject. As an overview, secondary school principals need to overcome the complex environment in which they carry out their duties as managers and leaders. It is evident...
Introduction This document is an essay that captures the solutions to the assignment given on nonparametric tests and chi-square with SPSS. In this assignment, there are seven tasks to be accomplished. The first task is to state the statistical assumptions that underlie a chi-square test. The second task is to...
Introduction The advent of Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) has revolutionized the way things are performed in contemporary society in all aspects of life. Nonetheless, education which is one of the core aspects of human life has been transformed by development taking place in this field. According to Gruba et al...
Introduction ‘This side of paradise’ was written at a time when the jazz age was just beginning; it was thrilling and full of fun. However, the end of this era was characterized by failed expectations. Fitzgerald captured both these extremes impeccably in his two literary pieces by illustrating how those...
Introduction In practice-based professions, reflective processes are deemed to be useful elements in fostering continuous learning. Reflective practice, therefore, is the process through which these professionals reflect on professional actions. Reflective practice demands that these professionals pay particular attention to specific practical values and theories critical in making everyday actions....
Introduction At the dawn of the 21st century, the world is witnessing an increase in the number of family-related problems. Such problems include an increase in divorce rates, a decrease in marriage rates, and marriage postponements among others (David, 2000, P. 1-14). Robinson (1993) stated that these problems have been...
Introduction Child abuse has been a major concern for many clinicians. Any form of abuse is devastating and more so for the growing children. When children are neglected, they are exposed to such dangers as physical abuse and sexual abuse. Children as young as five years have been defiled (Child...
Introduction According to John Gottman, emotional intelligence is the key towards the realization of a successful marriage, with the basic argument being that a person who is more in touch with emotions is likely to get along well with other people. Gottman further asserts that emotional intelligence is not acquired...
The main purpose of this study is to gain some understanding from teachers about their perceptions and practices surrounding bullying behaviors in class. While the purpose of every school is to impart knowledge to students and ensure better academic performances, the literature reviewed revealed that bullying has become a behavioral...
Introduction This dissertation aims to explore the various existing barriers that inhibit talented and gifted girls from actualizing their potentials. The numbers of academically talented and gifted children in the USA have been growing with the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) estimating it to be at 3M in grades...
According to (Brown, et al., 1989), blended language education implementation comprises the following elements: the tutorials on the use of the online platforms, the introduction to the fields of educational technology, the methods for implementation of educational technology; use of online resources, and practicing with the online educational activities, the...
The years between 1960 and 1970 brought about change in the marriage institution in the United States of America. The social norms changed drastically causing a major change to the family at large. During this era more women departed from their traditional role as housewives and engaged in formal employment...
Introduction The Second World War began in 1939 September when France and Britain declared war against Germany after Germany invaded Poland; resentments from the First World War, unresolved issues, and nationalistic issues are the main causes of the Second World War. Background In 1937, Germany and other states including the...
Introduction The past few decades have witnessed an interesting and consistent global encouragement for the alternative usage of bio fuels over cracked or refined petroleum. Day by day, the call for use of bio fuels in homes, automobiles, airlines as well as industries is heard louder. Government of countries investing...
Introduction A psychological disorder is a behavioral characteristic with several psychological symptoms that affect various aspects of a person’s life or causing distressing feelings, especially if he or she exhibits the symptoms (Barlow, 2008). Psychological disorders have been classified into several types, depending on their specific characteristics and areas they...
William Shakespeare presents to us two female characters that are quite weak and dependent throughout the text. Gertrude the queen of Denmark, and Ophelia the girl with whom Hamlet, the prince of Denmark has fallen in love are portrayed as to belittle the feminine gender in William Shakespeare’s text Hamlet....
‘Capital Punishment’ is the lawful punishment by death for a serious crime. The U.S Constitution does not clearly state if Capital Punishment is allowed or not. Its Eighth Amendment states: “Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishment inflicted” (Findlaw.com). Anti-Capital Punishment people...
Introduction As Sacks (2001) notes, the fundamentality of vocational education to special education students is immeasurable. Special education students with diminished functioning get to acquire skills that help them seek employment and live autonomously. They acquire skills usable past their high school lives, skills that correspond with their abilities. In...
Introduction Sharp population increase and high overreliance on fossil fuels are factors that are associated with the problems affecting contemporary society. Global warming is among the environmental issues that pose a great environmental challenge to many countries. Changes in climatic patterns are a big threat to some cities since they...
Introduction The concept, which I have chosen to analyze at length, and which I believe has the potential of affecting the consequential phases of my professional career, is miniaturization. According to Huber (2001), the concept of miniaturization can be best defined as the process of designing ever-smaller scales for assessing...
Introduction Writing and speaking are the primary basis of the human language and as such are utilized daily to convey thoughts and ideas between two or more people. Yet what must be understood is that while students are capable of communicating ideas it cannot be stated that all of them...
Executive Summary Case study and survey research are methodologies used in research. This paper explains the use of survey research methodology and case study methodology. It also explains the application of these types of methodologies and their suitability in different types of research e.g. micro-finance and women empowerment. It further...
Culturally Diverse students Distance learning has grown gradually during the last three decades. It has grown from correspondence and audio conferencing methods to online and video teleconferencing.Target groups in virtual learning environments have a wide range of cultural backgrounds both in Canada, United States, United Kingdom and other developed countries...
Introduction The purpose of this research paper will be to develop an action plan that will be used to address an issue that is based on an experience which occurred or is yet to occur during the practice of consultative psychology. Consultative psychology is an area of psychology and psychiatry...
Arguments in support of the paper There are several aspects from which one may look at a proposal or any other study material that touches on issues like information seeking. In this case, the researcher endeavours to present the various aspects of this issue and most importantly, he tries to...
Introduction To conduct this research I will use a between-subjects design. In this method, I will divide the sample into two groups. One of the groups will be a control group. The control group will not be allowed to use calculators while working on mathematical problems. The use of between...
Introduction Nicaragua is one of the most strategically placed nations in the Latin American region in terms of resources. The state has emerged as a top-notch state and a forerunner for the nations that are categorized as developing countries. The country lends its voice in attempts to set multilateral as...
Introduction In the current society dominated by innovations as a result of massive development of technology, problem-based learning approach has become one of the most popular instructional methods due to its effectiveness. The core effectiveness of the problem-based learning technique is the tendency of learners to work collectively to solve...
Introduction It may be interesting to start this discussion with the issue that many female students and faculty are not distributed proportionally across various academic fields (Kaplin & Lee, 2007). Another interesting trend that is relevant to note here is a gradual increase in the number of women enrolling in...
Incarcerated women are considered by psychologists as the riskiest group of the population because of their predispositions to mental disorders and depressions (Mooney et al., 2008). These disorders are often the results of the events which can be discussed as the causes for women’s imprisonment (Bastick & Townhead, 2008). Thus,...
Introduction Action research is a method that entails a deep inquiry into an individual practice in service. It is aimed at moving into an envisioned future that is aligned with values. It involves a consistent study of one’s actions and the effects of these actions in the working place. Thus,...
Introduction Information and communications technology (ICT) has recently emerged and continues to provide learning processes and outcomes with numerous benefits, especially in higher education. Most literature suggests that the use of mobile phones has grown remarkably fast with most learners having mobile phones that can facilitate the them-learning process (Bottentuit,...
The actual reason why Immanuel Kant is being considered the one of Western greatest philosophers is that, even in the light of the realities of today’s living, his philosophical legacy appears discursively relevant. The validity of this statement can be well illustrated in regards to Kant’s idea as to what...
Introduction Ideally, a good research project should clearly identify the question to be answered, and set the ways and means through which the researcher will meet the research objectives. Specifically, a good research project answers the ‘who, what, where, when, why and how’ questions. To obtain all the needful answers,...
Introduction Theory is an important part of study that scholars and students depend on for knowledge. The development of research is dependent on research in every field. Theory is inevitably used in all areas of study and serves many purposes among them solving problems and generating knowledge (Henderikus 2010, p....
Introduction Project appraisal is a logical technique for gathering, investigating, and applying the data to respond to problems about task strategies and agendas chiefly regarding their efficacy and competence. In civic segment, stakeholders will fancy being acquainted with whether the programs they are backing or executing have consequences. A valuation...
Introduction to Area of Interest Research has established that understanding one’s values is an imperative tool for effective human service practitioners. An individual’s internalized values and beliefs stem from a wide array of issues (Yin, 2009). The question of whether Career and Self Image are interdependent is very paramount to...
Developments in the field of curriculum supervision and instruction have continued to receive several dynamics that are relevant to modern times. Seminars on supervision of curriculum and instruction in recent times have emphasized that administrators should play a much bigger role in curriculum supervision, arguing that content and time have...
Mate selection is the course of action in which an organism selects another for mating purposes. Based on the theory of natural selection, species engage in mate selection for an overall reason, that is, to choose a mate who can offer superior genetic material that can survive to reproduce and...
Introduction Brown, S. (2008). The impact of high fidelity simulation and role modeling in the acquisition of critical thinking skills and self-efficacy: An experimental study. Ph.D. Dissertation, University of Northern Colorado, United States — Colorado. (Publication No. AAT 3348784). Retrieved May 12, 2011, from ProQuest Nursing & Allied Health Source....
Introduction The youth subculture is basically, the concept of deriving identification from given youth-based subcultures. These subcultures are popular for giving the youth an identity apart from that they get from social institutions such as homes families as well as schools. Different subcultures are distinguished by their unique styles of...
Introduction Young people are expected to grow up to become reputable individuals. This can change if they fail to take control of their sexuality. The community, parents, and young people are involved in sex education. However the learning institutions have been given the bigger role of sex education since it...
Introduction Information technology has revolutionized the way the world operates and as a result, the world is very fast-paced and characterized by huge changes that were probably never envisaged or imagined before (Brown & Czerniewicz, 2010). These changes have been felt in most aspects of life, including on the social,...
Abstract This article offers a critical review of the philosophical approaches in educational research. In order to bring out the point clearly, the article illustrates the basic research processes and their philosophical basis. It is shown that the limitations posed by one method of inquiry prompted the development of another....
‘’To improve patient access to health care services and provide improved medical care by reducing the excessive burden the liability system places on the health care delivery system’’ (The Library of Congress Thomas 1). The bill is sponsored by Rep Gingrey, Phil [GA-11] and was introduced in the house on...
Introduction Religion has over the years become a contradictory issue regarding the definitions and practices of the various religions of the world. However based on the overall, Religion refers to a strong conviction in a supernatural power that control human destiny. It is a belief regarding the supernatural, sacred, or...
Introduction Inequality between developed and developing countries is quite high and keeps widening, there are many reasons for this, which includes: poor governance and government policies, lack of individual responsibility among others (Anonymous, 2010). The major global issues of concern today include: Energy, population growth, war and conflict, Environmental pollution,...
It is essential that once in a while, a person stops to evaluate if he or she is on the right track and if he or she is effective in her professional practice, lest all efforts go to waste. According to Osterman (1990), “reflection is the essential part of the...
Introduction The early world history suggests a great number of different examples of gender roles and norms of behavior for men and women. Some regions allowed women equal rights with men, while other forced women to be the real power behind the throne. We can trace common ideologies in different...
Introduction Upsurge of illegal immigrant in the United States has led to increased pressure on federal government to take decisive measure to address the issue. Members of public and lawmakers who are calling for strict border control and deportation of illegal immigrant have not critically analyzed the role played by...
International trade has contributed to the development of international markets due to improved communications and the growth of a global culture. International trade contributed to the growth of new markets for several multinational organizations leading to the development of big multinational companies. However, multinational companies were not able to capture...
Introduction Conventional wisdom on the nature and scope of many social systems holds that meaningful change cannot be handed on a silver platter (Schein, 1985). Administrators, managers, and leaders along with their followers need to work intensively to achieve the results by initiating and following through change-inducing interventional measures that...
Introduction It is a fact beyond doubt that minority students in the United States of America are underperforming as compared to their majority white counterparts. A report released by the country’s Department of Education in June 2003 (and cited in Webley, 2011) indicated that these minority students are still performing...
Introduction Hooyman and Kramer (2006) define grief as “the physical, psychological, and social reaction to the loss of something or someone important” (p.16). Research indicates that there are many children today who are experiencing grief due to the loss of their beloved one and this is prevalent mostly amongst military...
Introduction Unlike adults, children do not have the life experiences, emotional development or support that adults have when they are faced with grief (Noice, 2004, p. 562). Still, many children are faced with unexpected losses in life such as the death of a close family member or friend. Beem (1999,...
Introduction The UAE is a free and liberal country that is made up of seven independent emirates that is ruled by the Sheik. The emirates or sub-countries that makes up the United Arab Emirates includes:- Abu Dhabi; Ajman; Dubai; Fujairah; Ras al-Khaimah; Sharjah and Umm al-Qaiwain, others are large while...
Introduction Collecting data is different from presenting because the process of collection is just putting together facts that support an idea. The researcher understands the nature of a particular phenomenon by studying the data and interpreting it suit the hypothesis. This is not the case with the audience since they...
Introduction Professions in the field of psychology are constantly seeking ways to best assess clients so as to facilitate effective treatment and counseling. Among the instruments used for psychological testing are projective tests. These tests are derived from Sigmund Freud’s conception of projection which is defined as “a psychological mechanism...
Based on the pupils’ responses gathered in this study, several issues relating to teacher performance and learning improvement strategies were exposed. As mentioned in earlier sections of this study, pupils were asked different questions regarding their learning experiences, teacher input and their learning environments. These issues were answered by asking...
In 2005, the authorities of Czech began to notice considerable amounts of metropolitan waste for the first time. The waste was being transported unlawfully from Germany into the Czech Republic. Even though the situation is restricted on two nations, it fits in a chronological pattern of unlawful inter-national German waste...
Background Introduction Mapping out the gender dimension of entrepreneurship in order to assess the objective base of women’s entrepreneurial capability is a challenging task” (Carter, 2000). In the recent past, there have been quite a number of studies and debates comparing make and female owned businesses. As it is in...
Differences between faculty member toward eLearning based on attending university and type of teaching classes. Continued chapter 4 finding Five separate one-way multivariate analyses of variances (MANOVAs) were conducted to test for significant differences between each of the demographic variables (i.e. gender, age, educational level, nationality, teaching experience) and the...
Foul strategy is an act in which a player intentionally breaks written rules in a sport to gain advantage over his or her opponents. Normally, players commit the foul in a manner which suggests that they where not doing intentionally. Some players are known for foul strategy. As a result,...
Outer space is a fundamental resource to all of us regardless of whether our origin is from developing or already developed nations. The concept of outer space must be kept free from attack with the holistic view of humankind. Outer space security is founded on the Transparency and Confidence- Building...
The aim of this paper is to look into effects of religious and ethnicity practices on acquisition of second language by male Muslims in Australian community. This essay employs qualitative techniques to investigate aspects of Muslim’s origin, cultural, attitude, and religion and their impacts on acquisition of second language such...
Introduction The purpose of this research is to explore Substance Abuse Attachment Theory Based Treatment Plan for Teenage Pregnancy. This chapter begins with background and context of the research, the attachment theory as a model of intervention, the connection of teenage Pregnancy and Substance Abuse, factors contributing to teenage pregnancy,...
Introduction In diverse circumstances, human beings are prone to worship God in various ways. Worship is viewed as an integral constituent of Christians’ lives. There are numerous creative ways through which people engage in holistic worship of God. However, there is a titanic controversy over the implication and forms of...
Introduction Research is a vital educational tool. In The Oxford Paperback Dictionary & Thesaurus, research is described as “a systematic investigation or study aimed at establishing facts or principles or to collect information on a particular subject” (Maurice & Sara, 2009, p. 1827). In most cases, research are meant to...
Introduction Assessing the impact of games on student motivation is an interesting topic for many researchers. Many assumptions have been derived from this topic, but most findings document that games have a positive impact on student motivational levels (Üçgül, 2006). Studies investigating the influence of games on student motivational levels...
Background to the Problem Distortions in information distribution often lead to the failure of projects (Dinsmore, 2006). Cultural differences, gender and the leadership styles of organizations are responsible for distortion in information distribution (Alessandra & Hunsaker, 2005). However, the extent to which they influence the distortion is unknown. The research...
This qualitative study will employ four methodologies that will aid in getting an understanding of the connection between the principals’ mode of administration and strategies to the sustained success in the three selected “Spotlight schools” in Illinois. The research questions that were formulated for this study include the following; What...
Research Questions In this study, the three types of quantitative research questions will be employed. Descriptive research questions will be utilized to seek answers pertaining to queries asking the frequency at which IT outsourcing and offshoring in businesses takes place. The question addresses the issues arising from quantity, that is,...
Introduction The end of the Cold War is widely considered to be a period when moral, economic and ethical consideration overruled ideological and cultural inheritance and thus saved the world from another World War. Historical and international studies correlate the end of the Cold War with the year 1989, the...
Introduction Research is a critical educational tool. Scientific, as well as other disciplinary studies are conducted to expand the existing knowledge base by making new discoveries, expounding on them by highlighting new developments and connections, or correcting them by gathering relevant evidence to counter the already recorded data. Every research...
Abstract Information technology has provided a new platform for a child’s education by encompassing “reality” in his or her immediate surroundings. Practical dissemination of knowledge and learning approaches, which dynamically capture a child in receiving knowledge and comprehending the environment around him or her can support growth in learning in...
Citizenship used to be defined by the national space. The people within this boundary were assured of exclusive privileges and rights. However certain elements threaten to tear apart the definition of citizenship. Aihwa Ong argues that the aspect of citizenship is no longer limited to variables such as territory, the...
Introduction Intra-personal communication can be defined as a form of inner monologue. The inner monologue concerning the role of communicative skills in various spheres of life and the ways for enhancing one’s competence is crucial for every person. In that regard, the book People skills: How to assert yourself, listen...
Background Conflicts or disagreements are unavoidable in any kind of relationship including a marriage relationship. While every marital relationship is considered to be unique just as the individuals involved are, some degree of disagreement is in fact necessary for the marriage to be lively and not a static one. The...