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...? Reading Response al Affiliation In Lievrouw and Livingstone’s work (as cited in Flew & Smith, , they deem that the determination and study of forms of new media is underlined by three basic principles. First is a detailed analysis of the tools and gadgets that create the ability to communicate. These tools may vary from mobile phones to computers and CD-ROMS. The second element of new media is a look into the communication behaviors, and the procedures that we undertake in the process of using these gadgets. Lastly, there is a consideration of the resultant social implications of the use of the communication gadgets, and the manner in which they are used. The social framework that forms around the use of the communication tools... Reading...
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...Book Report/Review, Anthropology Reading Response The article "Sexuality at stake: The essentialist and constructionist approaches to sexuality in anthropology" by Jan Lofstrom focuses on exploring prominence of sexuality. Some of the main arguments made in this article focuses on the defining sexuality. The other argument focuses on perception of essentialist and constructionist regarding sexuality. The article also explores a discussion of Bronislaw Malinowski regarding sexuality; in fact, this discussion focuses in the theoretical configuration of sexuality that is considered to be an intrinsic feature in human beings (Lofstrom, 3). The other discussion focuses on Margaret Mead’s argument regarding...
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...?Chapter 8 en d “Talking about Things” simply delves into the core of communication, particularly in the aspect of thought and message construction. Apparently, the point of the whole chapter points toward the importance of learning the basic and rudimentary rules in using a language, particularly the English language, which is quite complex: that words do not make complete sense on their own unless we combine them to create a sensible thought. The English language uses parts of speech i.e. noun, verb, pronoun, preposition, etc. and they are presented in words; nevertheless, these words do not make complete sense unless they are grouped together, in a relevant fashion, to create a complete thought that is comprehensible... 8 en d “Talking...
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...Transformational, Cultural and Symbolic Theories Transformational leadership is focused on effecting change in an organization. Its objective is to advance the needs of its followers. The leader is guided by values and common good. In contrast, transactional leadership is focused on making mutually profitable exchanges. Its highest objective is to gain resources. The leader is guided by the use of rewards. The recent burst of the housing bubble can be largely attributed to the lack of Transformational leadership in financial organizations. Transactional leadership has its importance in linking performance with reward, as incentives are proven methods of encouraging organizational efficiency.
2. A strong organizational culture... Cultural...
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...Reading response Fredric Jameson in his essay ‘Postmodernism and Consumer Society’ describes the concept of postmodernism as it evolved from high modernism. Jean Baudrillardnin ‘The Ecstasy of Communication’ describes how technology has made communication in the world today obscene
Jameson (2) indicates “Pastiche is one of the most significant features or practices of postmodernism”. Pastiche generally involves the imitation of other styles (Jameson 2). At this point, I agree with the author since most cultures are developed based on aspects adopted from other styles/ cultures. Post modernism developed from high modernism. However, Postmodernism may not entirely be based on imitation of other styles....
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...Full Globalization is not Americanization Joseph Nye’s Fear Not Globalization clearly s his call to his readers notto be afraid of this phenomenon rather should embrace it as a means to better modern life. He acknowledges the fact that there are those who do not like the idea of globalization however, misunderstanding it to be synonymous to Americanization. The author clarifies this in his article by explaining that globalization does not necessarily mean that all other cultures will be wiped out as people around the world look to America as the primary culture. Instead, Nye says that globalization allows other nations or cultures bring out their best as a contribution to a democratic world which has the right to either embrace... Globalizatio...
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...Response to the Article, “Don’t Put a Bird on It: Saving “Craft” from Cuteness” Times have changed and the way people perceive different things has continued to vary widely. As a result of changes in technology and quality of life, the world view of craft has changed tremendously. It is apparent that there are individuals who have taken craft to be outdated and obsolete. However, this is not the case for quite a reasonable group of people myself included. This article presents my opinion concerning Alexandra Lange’s article that was published in the New York Times entitled “Don’t Put a Bird on It: Saving “Craft” from Cuteness”. Craft is a very important component that helps people to be creative as well as promotes...
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...Response Paper Response Paper The article ‘A Taste of Empire 1600-1800’ is written by James Walvin1 (Walvin 1997). I believe that James in the article illustrates about Asian crops such as sugar, tobacco and tea that British nation has become addictive. In the article, the author argues that these crops have created an imperial invasion on the Europeans. The global trade of the European nations during 1600-1800 rooted bloomed trading of cheap good from the other part of the world rather than European colonies. On the other hand, the article ‘Brewing up Strom’ by Promeraz and Topik argues that voyages lead to the global trade which allowed other goods from Asian countries, particularly tea in becoming part...
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...to violate the rights of the people based on gender and race.
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After accruing wealth, Andrew Carnegie developed the gospel of wealth which focused on the development of an inclusive society where wealth would be ensured in the betterment of the society. The gospel was put into practice by him. Immediately after selling his company, he decided to use the money to upgrade and improve the education and the health sector. The move led to greater improvement of the society through provision of better health and education services. The gospel of wealth by Carnegie is an effective tool that can be used to solve the inequality in the world because it advocates for the sharing and using of the wealth in...
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...that an educated slave would become sad and worse, wild. This act, however, affirms Douglass’s zeal to learn how to read and write because it is sanctioned by his master. In other words, he learns that education is tied to liberation especially after comprehending the word ‘abolition.’
Going North and beginning the antislavery campaigns forms the third central episode in Douglass’s life. During this crucial moment, the narrator is determined to participate in activities that could eventually result to the abolition of slave trade. Contrastingly, his escape is fraught with endless pitfalls (Douglass 47). He is caught the first time he attempts to escape from Mr. Covey, a ruthless negro-breaker and jailed for two years....
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