Essays on Philosophy Annotated Bibliography

The objects of this assignment are 'Irangeles: Iranians in Los Angeles' written by Ron Kelley, Jonathan Friedlander, and Anita Colby; 'The Dance of the Rose and the Nightingale' written by Nesta Ramazani and 'Why I Wrote Persepolis' written by Marjane Satrapi.... ... ... ... The study is based on doing a literature review about the main issues involved in Iranians....

"Analysis of Mass Media in the Making and Unmaking of the New Left Book by Gitlin" paper contains a summary of the book which addresses the issues of media and SDS.... In the fall, as addressed by the author, several challenges existed for both the SDS and the media.... .... ... ... The tendency of the media to rely on the statement of public figures is evident in the structure leading to serious challenges to SDS....

The annotated bibliography concentrates on sources that explained Mesopotamia in the preindustrial era.... The focus is on how different elements enhanced the expansion and design of Mesopotamia.... Human geography is essential while defining an ancient city thus the source expounds on this element....

This annotated bibliography "How Technology Impacts the Administration of Medication" focuses on the number of patients admitted to a hospital increase, and staffing shortages that continue to be an issue.... The proper administration of medication becomes of even great concern.... .... ... ... The potential for human error when administrating medication is already high, but add in the stress of the modern-day health care setting and this only seems to be compounded today....

This paper presents Knowledge Management which is evolving to be a key tool in all sorts of organizational and process management.... The standardization of knowledge management methodologies would directly result in improvisations in the management of resources.... ... ... ... The methodology used in this research article is the survey and review of published literature and operational systems....

The study focused on the prevalence and risk of STD, as well as health care needs of recently arrested adolescents and the feasibility of conducting a voluntary screening protocol among these group of offenders.... It contains an abstract, materials and methods.... ... ... ... The study is both timely and relevant considering that incarcerated adolescents are more sexually active, seldom use condoms, and engage in more sexual activities than other adolescents....

The author states the purpose of the article is to explain the concept of mindfulness as an important component that correlates behavioral capability with knowledge.... The definition is built on previous definitions that associate it with the cognitive domain.... ... ... ... Thomas differentiates cultural intelligence as a trait which includes skilled behavior....

This book is an incisive study in which the author lays bare the achievements and flops of the 2001 No Child Left Behind Act, which is one of the most promising and controversial programmes in the history of education.... While its challengers argue that it is financially.... ... ... Abernathy argues that policymakers must first consider the relevance and superiority of a child's education instead of making an assumption that Annotated Bibliography Abernathy, Scott Franklin....

The bibliography "Critical Analysis of Gender Equality" focuses on the critical analysis of gender equality.... This article primarily focuses on equality amongst people based on creed, caste, gender, and race.... This scholarly journal sheds light on why gender equality is important on a large scale....

"Analysis of Articles about Documentary Credits" paper contains an annotated bibliography of such articles as "The Fraud Exception in the Context of Documentary Credits: A Comparative Study of the Remedies in Various Jurisdictions" and "Documentary credits: Deventer, The Netherlands".... ... ... ...

The present annotated bibliography "Docosahexaenoic Acid and Periodontitis in Adults" dwells on the determining if docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) reduces periodontitis in human beings.... Reportedly, in order to get the intended results, the study utilized different methods.... ... ... ... Inclusion and exclusion criteria were used when selecting participants....

This annotated bibliography "Homelessness in the United Kingdom" presents the progress of efforts done to solve problems of homelessness in the UK.... Significant findings showed homelessness is due to a lack of work income, education, employment, and training.... ... ... ... The conclusion is that there is a need to evaluate the supported lodging policy and further review what works well for the youth....

“Impact of insufficient sleep on total daily energy expenditure, food intake, and weight gain.... ?? Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, (2013): 5695-5700.... Web: http://www.... nas.... rg/content/110/14/5695.... hort. ... ... here are many sleep associated.... ... ... This paper focuses on the association of obesity with limited sleep....

The paper 'The Issue of Terrorism in the World' presents many authors who have defined terrorism as using violence and intimidation in one's pursuit of political claims as well as international recognition.... Almost all the nations of the world have and continue to experience terrorism.... ... ... ...

"Pursuing Improvement in the Quality of Care of Alzheimer's Patients in the Long Term Care Setting" paper contains annotated bibliography which analyzes articles that focuses on the impact of improved quality of care in long-term care settings for Alzheimer's patients.... ... ... ... The article recognizes that oxidative stress and Dys-homeostasis of copper metabolism are leading causes of AD....

The paper "Feminism in American Cinema" determines, through a combination of written analysis and analytical viewing, where, why, and how feminism has been portrayed through American cinema, how it has changed over the years, and how it continues to push for change and equality.... .... ... ... The current paper discovers the progression of feminism through cinema by first examining how it was thwarted in its early years through an examination of the available literature as well as by looking at some of the films that have been produced in Hollywood for past decades, from a feminist perspective....

This annotated bibliography "Should U.... Have a Mandatory Military Conscription" discusses many nations around the globe that are in a dilemma on whether to have mandatory military conscription.... The controversy has not spared the United States.... ... ... ... Proponents strongly believe that mandatory service reinforces the military forces, builds strong youth character-wise, and increases the unity of a nation....

This paper ''The SME Authority in Developed Countries and in Saudi Arabia'' demonstrates the need for the launching of the Small and Medium Enterprises Authority in Saudi Arabia.... It is based on the findings of research by capital group international, which showed that SMS comprises 90% of all Saudi Arabia businesses....

This paper ''History and Political Science'' discusses the historical place of American society between AD 300 and AD 1700.... This annotated bibliography uses ten books; each book will outline its summary, merit evaluation and the connection with American society.... .... ... ... During this period, the American Society was marked by political turn over and evolution of technology....

The paper "The Economic Impact of Atlantic City Closing Casinos" highlights that the authors encourage stakeholders to understand that the current trend is one that is not tenable with respect to relying upon gambling as a fundamental fixture of the Atlantic City business dynamic.... ... ... ... This particular article has been included within the research due to the fact that it helps to identify the way in which Atlantic City used to be; prior to the hardships that it has experienced over the past several years....

The paper "Eyewitness Testimony Is Always Not Accurate " discusses that in experiment one; observers remembered the judgments concerning each factor of their free recall while in experiment two they were told to point out the basis of their memories.... .... ... ... This academic journal is intended for both students and practitioners in the field of psychology or criminology....

The paper "Supply Chain Management in Engineering and Construction" states that supply chain coordination, technology application, reduction of risks quality assurance is the important parameter to induce a sustained supply chain.... Better management of the supply chain means making better coordination....

The focus of the paper "Portfolio on Carbohydrates, Fats and Proteins" is on the role and benefits of carbohydrates in the diet, effects of high-fat diets on obesity, dietary fat composition, the importance of proteins in nutrition, significance of proteins in human nutrition.... ... ... ... The journal article by Coelho et al (2011) attempts to analyze just how the dietary fat composition can serve to promote the development of obesity in the human body....

The writer of the paper 'Strengthening Family Resilience' states that resilience has consideration as more than just accommodating a challenging situation but being more positive in the transformation and growth that gives an individual the ability to effectively deal with the challenging situation....

The paper "Analysis of Identity Theft " states that Saleh's article sought to examine the impact of identity theft upon perceived security level in e-commerce.... The author has observed that the massive growth of technology is responsible for increased e-commerce.... ... ... ... Although technological growth has been very important to the development of e-commerce, it is also characterized by numerous risks, especially because of the exposure of personal information....

The paper "Management at the Organizational Level" discusses that the failure or success of the whole firm depends on the manager's influence among junior employees.... Changing a person's motivational status involves changes that take place inside the same person.... ... ... ... CSR provides the employees with a chance to clear their conscience....

This paper declares that the reporter is currently working as a freelance consultant in the rail industry.... Working as a freelance consultant in the rail industry requires somebody who is updated with the current technological advancement.... Working in this field costs him a lot of time, effort, and money....

The paper "Making the Web Friendlier for Elderly Users" observes an increase in the number of senior members who use technology-related equipment to obtain information concerning health-related matters.... Much of the information is available on how to help the elderly benefit from technology.... ...

The aim of the present annotated bibliography "Memory and the Brain: Neural Basis of Attention Processes" is to conduct a brief survey of relevant pieces of study concerning the neurological processes behind working memory and cognition of individuals.... ... ... ... This article examines the role played by ventrolateral, dorsolateral, and frontopolar prefrontal cortex (PFC) regions in both working (WM) and long-term memory (LTM)....

The paper "Asian and Latino Youth Gangs and Their Impact on Their Communities " describes that the authors studied the impact of the criminal justice system on the Latino youth.... They feel that the criminal justice system is not doing well for the Latino youth.... ... ... ... Authors give an insight to the barriers immigrant groups come across in the criminal justice system....

This study 'Racial Stereotypes and Therapy' uses a mixed methodology approach to examine how people from different cultures and races deal with the stereotypes associated with their racial identity.... The negative effects of such stereotyping include depression, problem behaviors.... ... ... ... It was largely determined, through the study findings, that individuals who are either multiracial, or from a different racial construct, tend to be as well adjusted and unaffected by these stereotypes when compared to individuals who are monoracial....

"Analysis of the Articles about the Motivation of At-Risk Students" paper contains an annotated bibliography of such articles as "Goal setting and self-efficacy among delinquent and not at-risk students" by Annemaree and "Arts enrichment and school readiness for children at risk" by Brown.... ... ...

In the book Crinson, the author puts a across an argument on Victorian architectures, on the tales told by cultural exchange that has taken place over the years.... This claim, in the book, is supported by the sub calm that buildings dating from the Victorian era are monuments and.... ... ... Most of the building exhibit colonial architecture that is estimated to have been built in the 19th century....

From the paper "Causes of Homophobia" it is clear that homophobia is almost exclusively male to the male phenomenon.... While lesbians and tomboys are relatively condoned for their non-normative sexualities and gender performances, male homosexuals are subjected to deeper hatred.... ... ... ... Although the hetero-normative gender matrix provides a refuge for homophobes, it seems that they rather fear losing their own masculinity and see homosexuals as a threat....

The paper 'The US Foreign Policy on the Gulf Region" explores the primary diplomatic events aimed at promoting and achieving security between Kuwait and her two troublesome neighbors: Iraq and Iran in 2015, and what are the expected effects of these events in the long term.... ... ... ... The author of the article focuses on the U....

The paper "Jim Fogarty as a Landscape Designer" is a worthy example of an annotated bibliography on architecture.... The following report is divided into three parts; an introduction, body, and conclusion.... The introduction mainly discusses the history of landscape design and its relevance to modern-day society....

The following paper 'The Declining Quality of Education in Different Parts of the World' discusses most countries including the United States that have been concerned that the education standard, as well as creativity among graduates, is on the decline.... ... ... ... Teachers have been forced to emphasize more on scores rather than creating a culture of creativity....

This annotated bibliography "The Different Attitudes, Values of Different Children around the Globe" presents Lauffer that works as the managing partner and executive planning director of McCain junior.... This is a different kid's research agency and brand consultancy inside McCann-Erickson.... ...

This annotated bibliography "A Contractor's Introduction to the Federal Acquisition System" discusses the significance of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).... The role of FAR is essentially based on governing the acquisition process crucial phases are involved when acquiring service or goods....

The paper "Learning to Teach Foreign Languages" states that generally speaking, the main aim of the study is to determine the various basics involved in the teaching of foreign languages and how context affects the various meanings in different languages.... ... ... ... The study was performed by studying six pre-service teachers and the way the participants' views were molded by their methods, experience, and courses (Raymond, 2000)....

The paper "Redefining Student Success" highlights that the article tackles a perceived flaw in standard evaluations of student success.... Moving away from binary all-or-nothing classifications of 'graduate' or 'drop-out', Jones-White et al device a more sophisticated method.... .... ... ... Generally, it is quite essential to state that through the analysis of data from the National Student Clearinghouse (NSC), the method takes into account retention and graduation numbers at both entry and transfer institutions....

The paper "Motivation Theory" tells us about understanding what drives a person to work towards a particular goal or outcome.... It's relevant to all of society but is especially important to business and management.... ... ... ... The most recognized content theory of motivation is that of Abraham Maslow, who explained motivation through the satisfaction of needs arranged in a hierarchical order....

It focuses on the ethical and legal concerns about death penalty or capital punishment in the United States. ... ... his book gives an extensive history of death.... ... ... It gives an explanation of how it is used to be executed during the colonial days and the changes it has undergone over the years with human progression....

This article 'Definition of Moral Development' defines morality in children including its significance, focus, and identification.... It presents definitions from some of the most renowned advocates of psychology such as Jean Piaget, Lawrence Kohlberg, and Elliot Turiel.... ... ... ... The paper explains how the level of morality differs from one place to another depending on the religion and culture of a certain region....

The writer of this paper states that The Mandatory firm rotation by the comptroller general of the US is required by SOX act.... This in any way did not seem to improve the auditing quality and the good audit results.... ... ... ... Also, Mandatory firm rotation did not seem to be as successful as it was supposed to be since auditor client relationship in the first three years was more likely to cause fraudulent results....

The article addresses students considering to have dogs in college.... The reporter cites financial and lifestyle considerations as critical deterrents.... However, the article counteracts this.... ... ... It is therefore a useful source to argue against dogs in colleges, with quantitative facts, but also for giving credible counterargument. ...

The book “Current Issues and Trends in Education” presents a synthesis of the political, theoretical social and practical aspects of multicultural education.... The text is useful as an introductory source for understanding the facets, demographics and changing perceptions of.... ... ... This text is relevant since it has subjects for discussion such as questionable testing practices....

The essay 'Oedipus the King by T.... Hoey' looks at the dominant theme of Oedipus the King.... Throughout much of the play, Oedipus refuses to look into himself and think of how his actions may have set the entire tragedy in motion.... Towards the end, Tiresias urges him to go inside and think.... ...

This research paper stresses that the discipline of aircrafts maintenance and overhauling is considered to be one of the most imperative topics in strategic management and analysis, which have gained tremendous popularity during the contemporary era.... ... ... ... According to the paper, Aircrafts Maintenance - A Commercial and Public Essential, the motive behind its recognition as a burning issue includes the continuous rise in the worldwide air travelling on the one hand, and the crisis airline industries underwent in the wake of 9/11 catastrophe as well as the perturbed global political situation on the other....

In the paper 'Healthy Causes of Stress' the author has very well defined healthy causes of stress and have listed some very good stressors like wedding, childbirth, job promotion, exams, schooling, change of residence, and etcetera.... This paper is very informative about positive stressors.... ... ...