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Social Work Pioneers, 2008.
This paper focuses on four African-American pioneers in social work.
1,121 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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The paper discusses the lives and achievements of Jane Addams, Roger Cummings, Whitney Young Jr. and Sara A Collins Fernandis, four African-American social workers. The paper relates how their achievements brought opportunity and rights to groups of individuals who were denied such things in the past. The paper looks at the implications their work has had for modern day social work practice.
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"Jane Addams was born in Cedarville, Illinois, and lived until 1935, when she passed away I while living in Chicago, Illinois. The most prominent event that Jan Addams is remembered for is founding the Settlement House Movement. This was initiated when she founded the Hull house in the poverty stricken streets of Chicago in 1889. Also of note, she was the first American woman to ever receive the Nobel Peace Prize."
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HIV/AIDS, 2008.
Looks at the way society responds to HIV/AIDS and to the needs of the people who suffer from it.
2,395 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 73.95
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This paper explains that no other problem in the history of mankind has brought so many nations, communities and governments together in a single-minded goal to provide treatment for this tragic and destructive disease called HIV/AIDS and to find a cure for it. The author points out that, from the sociologist's perspective, setting aside the myths and moral judgments allows society to move forward in dealing with the problems of this human affliction in the best way possible. The paper stresses the problems in the United States and Africa created by HIV/AIDS.
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"The suggestion here is that while the various geographical governments are charged with dealing with the health crisis that is HIV/AIDS, those geographical distinctions do not prevent other locales from having to address the issue or be concerned with the epidemic elsewhere in the world. HIV/AIDS is a world problem, one which has brought together social scientists, physicians, and researchers in symposium from the onset of the epidemic. As is the case with the United States and some European nations, just because the problem has been addressed and contained at some level in one locale, does not mean that any one nation can put off the responsibility of dealing with the problem onto another."
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McDonald's, 2008.
Examines the fast food empire McDonald's using sociological theory.
3,190 words (approx. 12.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 92.95
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This paper explains that one of the most fascinating aspects of the corporate expansion of organizations is the application of the concept of homogenization as a business model, which was pioneered by McDonald's. The author points out that some critics believe that this model has had a negative effect on society. The paper compares the ideas of Max Weber, social control theory, free market economy, Karl Marx' conflict theory and Emile Durkheim's social classes. The paper concludes that McDonald's is far more than the largest multinational corporate organization in the world; it is a philosophy and a form of social control.
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"Similarly, Weber contends that there is one value that has become almost universal to modern society: the rational pursuit of economic gain. He understands the current form of capitalism in the world as having been born out of specific philosophical points of view in Protestant Christianity; the rational pursuit of economic gain, in effect, has become a tenet of the Protestant West. Weber understands this to have occurred because Protestantism has come to value certain activities--like hard work and material contributions to society--as being moral behaviors."
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Conflict, 2008.
This paper defines and discusses the concept of conflict among individuals or groups.
750 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that conflict is a natural aspect of human nature and can be both a positive and negative factor in communication and relationships. Individuals have always conflicted and will continually conflict with their parents, teachers, significant others, family members, siblings, children, friends and associates and people known and not known. The writer notes that this does not necessarily make people aggressive or violent, since conflict is a natural part of life. It is based on the fact that everyone has his or her own individual needs, goals, likes and dislikes and priorities and is concerned that others may act as a barrier from satisfying them. The writer maintains that when organizations determine the best way to resolve conflict, they have to look at the mitigating factors and see how that particular conflict is manifesting itself. The writer concludes that it is then possible to develop a means for either eliminating or lessening the conflict or gaining from it.
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"Social scientists have defined the different types of conflicts that occur in an organizational setting in a variety of ways. In most general terms, Pondy defined organizational conflict as that which can best be understood as a dynamic process underlying organizational behavior. Roloff states that organizational conflict takes place when the members participate in activities that are not compatible with those of peers inside their own network, colleagues in other collectivities, or unaffiliated people who make use of the organization's services or products. In this case, disagreement conflict can manifest itself in a variety of ways, such as raising one's voice, shouting obscenities, getting support from other individuals and even physical interaction. However, Baron notes that in order for conflict to take place, it must exceed the threshold level of intensity. That is, the disagreements or differences between people have to be serious enough before conflict arises."
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Environmental Degradation and Poverty, 2008.
An argument that there is a strong relationship between environmental degradation and worldwide poverty.
888 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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The paper argues that there is a deep-rooted relationship between environmental degradation and poverty that is often poorly understood by policy makers at the international and local levels. The paper asserts that as a result, efforts to fight poverty in recent decades have shown slow progress. The paper examines the ways in which environmental degradation causes poverty and discusses some possible solutions to the problem.
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"The poor are particularly vulnerable to environmental degradation because most of world's poorest population lives in rural areas and is critically dependant for their livelihoods and well-being on environmental factors such as fertile soil, clean water and healthy ecosystems. This has been conclusively shown in recent reports prepared for Poverty-Environment Partnership-- a network of bilateral aid agencies-- by international agencies such as UNDP, UNEP, IIED, IUCN and WRI."
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Gender Roles on TV, 2008.
A review of the inequality in gender roles in television shows.
1,692 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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The paper states that now more than ever, the public holds dear the perception that women are gaining equal status on television, in the workplace, and in society. The paper then asserts that, while on the surface many television shows suggest women are empowered, there are still many areas where women are taking "a backseat to the boys." This paper addresses the status of women on television compared with their actual status in society, using a comprehensive review of research acquired through peer related journals.
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"Glennon & Butsch note in a study of gender roles on television, conducted between 1946 and 1978, that while televisions stories often match social and economic changes within society, "the relationship between women and men remains the same" where men are often seen as the authoritative figure, especially in programs geared toward family viewers . Some studies suggest gender roles vary depending on the type or theme of programming. As mentioned, there is research suggesting family shows or those focusing on family life tend to continue portraying men as the primary "breadwinners" at least historically (Douglas & Olson 409). Only recently have women begun taking on more powerful roles, like the role Gina Davis played in "Commander In Chief" suggesting women have the desire and potential role to be authority figures. This sentiment has yet to be proven however, as a sentiment mirrored in society. As yet, there have been no female presidents, and it is only now that a woman, Hillary Clinton, is being considered a serious candidate for the Democratic Party. Will she win? That depends on how society feels about her skills, and perhaps her gender.
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No Lessons to Be Learned, 2008.
This paper discusses the essay 'There are no Lessons to be Learned from Littleton' by Gary Kleck.
1,211 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 41.95
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In this paper, Kleck's essay, "There are no Lessons to be Learned from Littleton", is summarized and critiqued in an effort not only to better understand Kleck's viewpoint and its validity (or lack thereof).
Overall, the writer discusses that Kleck is saying that Littleton is an atypical event of gun violence and should not be over-analyzed as the beginning of a trend or something that is likely to continue with abandon in the future. Further, the writer notes that Kleck maintains that while time is wasted in micromanaging Littleton, other more important evidence and useful activities to prevent gun violence are not taking place as they should. The writer concludes that it is important to understand that all events, perhaps, need to be viewed as interrelated, and if not, the consequences could be severe. Upon conclusion of this paper, not only is the essay more fully explained, but the underlying issues that the essay presents are as well.
Outline:
Introduction
Summary of the Work
A Critique of the Work
Conclusion
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""There Are No Lessons to Be Learned From Littleton", upon close study of the essay itself, is part history lesson, part social commentary, and can fairly be categorized as a work of criminal justice/social work research, for lack of better terms. However, it must be understood that Kleck's essay, while discussing the events of the Littleton mass murder case, would not be accurately summarized by simply being called an essay about that case itself; rather, it would be more accurate to say that Kleck uses Littleton as a launching pad for his arguments. As a general overview and summary of Kleck's work, it was written with Littleton as its starting point, but from that starting point, the exploration of what caused Littleton, and other school shootings to occur is examined. Many people would automatically assume that the essay would blame all of the commonly cited reasons for such crimes, but that is clearly not the case when presenting direct quotes from Kleck's actual text."
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English in Hawaiian Schools, 2008.
Looks at the problem of Hawaiian Creole English (HCE) and standardized English (SE) in Hawaiian schools.
1,035 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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This paper explains that, in Hawaii, researchers have been able to follow speakers of Pidgin, Standard English (HE)and Hawaiian Creole English (SE) within the same community. The author points out that the use of HCE has caused significant concern within educational settings. The Hawaiian Board of Education mandated that SE must be the only method of communication between students and staff in all school settings because educators believed that HCE use was associated with low academic achievement, low socioeconomic status and a negative community stereotype. The paper stresses that, within Hawaiian society, it is reasonable to believe that SE is not superior to Hawaiian but rather a more logical choice in that SE is easier to understand by persons outside of the community and more effective in terms of intelligibility.
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"Hawaiian students were to be encouraged to become primarily fluent in Standard English. This belief was that fluency and subsequent improvement in academic achievement would allow students greater opportunities in education and in life. Teachers were to encourage the speaking of SE in the classroom and model such speaking for their students. Because no provisions were made to support teachers and their students, the board's action essentially maintained the status quo."
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Homelessness, 2008.
This paper explores trends affecting the homeless population.
1,620 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 52.95
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The paper discusses the homeless population's increase in medical and other health-related risks and their significantly limited access to public medical and health care services and clinics. The paper also looks at the non-profit and other charitable organizations that have been set up to help them. The paper then discusses the scarce employment options for the homeless that often cause these individuals to turn to a life of crime. In addition, the paper explores the roots and causes of this phenomenon and the changing demographics of the homeless population.
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"Typically homeless individuals and families seek refuge in certain areas. These areas include, in general, the outdoors where they can sleep in a bag, tent, cardboard box or other makeshift sleeping quarters. Derelict structures, such as abandoned and condemned buildings, are often places of choice for the homeless. Other areas include vehicles, public places, shelters, boarding houses or with family and friends. The use of public places by the homeless is often the place where the general public is exposed to the homeless epidemic."
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Race in My Community, 2008.
A personal account of race relations in the metropolitan Portland/Vancouver area.
1,720 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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This paper looks at the experiences of an American-born Caucasian male and how exposure with members of racial and ethnic minority groups aids his understanding of racism and prejudice.
Outline:
Background
Recent Instances of Racism Issues in My Community
Overt, Covert, and Apparent Reverse Racial Discrimination in My Community
Racial Relations Among Minority Groups
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"The political representatives in Washington State reflect the fact that more than 80% of the state's population are white Americans, but local media organizations seem to follow the national trend of including racial diversity, especially on television. Black Americans seem to be featured more than Asian Americans, despite representing a smaller percentage of the population (approximately 3% and 6%, respectively) probably due, in part, to the long history of activism by the National Association for Colored People (NAACP) and even more so to their greater degree of assimilation into the American culture by virtue of their longer history in the country. In general, the degree of assimilation is always a more predictive of a given cultural minority group's power in society (Macionis 2002). Hispanics also represent approximately 8% of the Washington
State population.
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