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Nonverbal Communication Problems, 2008.
A review of nonverbal communication problems, personal understanding, and interpersonal communication.
2,506 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 76.95
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This paper discusses nonverbal communication and states that people like to be treated in a polite manner, and are comfortable with the customs with which they have been taught. The paper continues and relates that people are not always comfortable with customs from other cultures, however, and may be offended because of cultural misunderstandings. The paper relates how nonverbal communication which affect other cultures, can be of help to a business person, no matter who he or she deals with, and concludes with a discussion on smiles and handshakes, two common gestures that are universal.
Outline:
Introduction and Background - The Importance of Nonverbal Communication
The Problem - Ongoing Cultural Misunderstandings
Conclusion - Interpersonal and Communication Recommendations
From the Paper
"Some of the most serious and important contests in the land, Presidential debates, begin with handshakes. The purpose there is not to equalize the opponents, but is more of a face-off acknowledgment, such as boxers do when they touch gloves before and after a fight. The candidates acknowledge one another, but they do not try to be equal. After the debate they shake hands again to show that they still have goodwill toward one another after the debate is over (Andrew, 2002). Business handshakes are an offshoot of this, but in recent years they have been reduced severely from what they used to mean. In older times, a handshake was a person's pledge and contract, showing that someone was honorable and intended to do what he or she said would be done. Now it is merely a formality when someone interviews with a prospective employer, when a person makes a purchase, or sometimes just when two people meet. Years ago, in the banking industry, people could borrow money based on their handshake. Nowadays there is much more to it than that. A handshake is no longer someone's word of honor."
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Adopting VOIP, 2008.
An analysis of the reasons why small businesses are slow to adopt voice over IP (VoIP) and recommendations on how to encourage them to do so.
7,945 words (approx. 31.8 pages), 31 sources, MLA, $ 171.95
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This paper explores various pros and cons regarding businesses adopting voice over IP (VoIP). The paper first discusses some of the reasons underlining the slow adoption of such technology in the UK, as well as trends in types of businesses that adopt VoIP. The paper then presents a cost-benefit analysis of adopting voice over IP and presents a picture of small business' awareness, usage and perception of voice over IP relative to the corporate enterprises. The paper concludes with recommendations on how to encourage small businesses to make best use of voice over IP. The paper contains copies of original sources.
Table of Contents:
Chapter I
Introduction
VoIP Background
Study Area
Dissertation Structure
Aim and Objectives
Aim
Chapter II
Literature Review
Literature Review's Significance
The Way VoIP's Technology Functions
VoIP per SMEs and Corporate Businesses
Benefits of VoIP relative to traditional PSTN
Adoption of VoIP and Other Technology in the UK
Chapter III
Methodology
Slow Burning Fuse
Data Used
Methods and techniques
Chapter IV
The Results
Interpretations
Chapter 5
Discussion, Conclusion and Recommendations
Depends...
Aim and Objectives
Aim
Conclusion
Recommendation
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"As the technology of VoIP remains relatively new, this researcher notes that even though an abundance of research, per se, exists regarding VoIP can be assessed, there appears to be a dearth of research relating to specific experiences of SMEs. In light of this obvious "need", this researcher recommends that more specific research relating accounts of SMEs experiences with VoIPs be completed.
"At the end of this study, as this researcher mentally reviews stages leading to this conclusion, and depending on time allocations, one thing comes to mind that this researcher would have considered doing differently. This one thing would have been to have included a questionnaire and/or conducted interviews with owners of SMEs. After all, this researcher knows, the best answer for the research question: Does adopting VoIP benefit business? ultimately would come from these individuals. After all, SMEs also qualify as the individuals answering the question presented at the introduction of this study exploring VoIPs:
"...Whose Advice Counts (Bland 2007)?""
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Lessening Apprehension In Communication, 2008.
A study of the problem of communication apprehension and its effects on men and women in society.
2,033 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 64.95
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This paper states that communication apprehension is a problem for much of the population. The paper then goes on to analyze communication apprehension in a group of teachers using relevant theoretical concepts and perspectives. The paper also makes recommendations on how the problem can be resolved, based on interpersonal communication perspectives. The paper reviews the literature relating to communication apprehension and states that there are differences to consider in the manner in which males and females communicate.
Outline:
Introduction
Communication Apprehension Examined
Characteristics Of Communication Anxiety
Six Typical Cognitive Distortions Identified
Strategies For Coping With Communication Apprehension
Peer Feedback: Enabling Communication Skills
Differences In The Way Males And Females Communicate
Summary & Conclusion
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"The work of Horwitz entitled: "Communication Apprehension: Origins and Management" states that the "treatment of communication apprehension is a natural fit for speech-language pathologists because many patients with clearly diagnosed communication disorders have anxiety about communicating that may or not may not be related to their presenting problems. In addition, speaking anxiety is a common universal problem among people without communication disorders." These reasons according to Horwitz, is convincing that ..."the study of communication apprehension warrants the attention of speech-language pathologists who can, with additional training, easily develop the expertise to treat the multitude of people who suffer from this problem." (2001) Horwitz relates that the work of Marshall (1994) states findings that thirty percent to forty percent "of the general population considered public speaking their number one fear, surpassing fears of heights, sickness, loneliness, and the dark."
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Hearing Loss and Maternal Bonding, 2008.
This paper researches neonatal hearing loss and its effects on maternal interaction and bonding.
8,753 words (approx. 35.0 pages), 26 sources, APA, $ 183.95
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The paper evaluates the effects of neonatal hearing loss on the quality of bonding with hearing parents, bonding in general, bonding of parents to special needs children, the interaction of hearing parents with the deaf infants and the psychosocial stressors on parents with special needs children. The paper reviews the procedures surrounding universal newborn hearing screening, its effectiveness and the satisfaction parents feel with currently used hearing screening processes.
Outline:
Universal Newborn Hearing Screening (UNHS)
False positives
Parent-Child Interaction
Typical Mother/Child Interaction
Attachment
Parental Stress
Methods for Assessing Interaction and Bonding
Conclusions
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"Definitions are often helpful before a full literature review is undertaken. For the purposes of this study, we shall consider congenital permanent hearing loss to be defined as impairment > 40 decibels (dB) at the time of screen, relative to the threshold level. This level is considered significant in that hearing loss at this level is associated with greater than average deficit in verbal compared with non-verbal abilities up to 25 intelligence quotient (IQ) points (Yoshinaga-Itano, 1998)."
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Children, TV and Video Games, 2008.
This paper looks at the effects of television and video games on children.
3,172 words (approx. 12.7 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 91.95
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In this article, the writer notes that controls are placed on certain products and on advertising when targeted to children. The rules covering these regulations have changed over the yeas, based on perceptions of potential harm to children and the Internet age has raised new issues related to video and computer games, the content of which is often violent. The writer points out that television is a special case because it comes into the home and because controls can be imposed more easily as broadcasters must adhere to the requirement to serve the public in exchange for a license. Today, though, most people get television through cable, with many channels that are specifically for cable, and the same regulations and controls do not apply. The writer explains that this reduces the ability of government to pass and enforce rules on content for children. The writer notes that video and computer games are also widespread, though some regulations have been passed to reduce the ability of children to get such games if they are deemed to be not for children, largely through a ratings system with varying degrees of adherence to imposed norms. The writer maintains that concerned parents still want more rational and more effective controls on such content and a solution to the problem.
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"Advertising on programs for children has been under fire for many years. Some object to images of violence, as with the sale of war toys or cowboy gear, and others object to unrealistic images of women, exemplified by products like the Barbie doll. Controversy has also centered on the very concept of developing the next generation of consumers, with some seeing television advertising to children as a way of creating a need where none existed and selling products that are not needed while accustoming children to the idea of being consumers. At some level, this can be a more abstract fear, not as clearly tied to a specific product or type of image, but it can be quite persuasive when one consider the number of ads directed at children, the way toys and other products are sold to children, and the way other products are geared to children, such as sugary cereals and soft drinks. Advertising to all markets increases at certain times of the year, notably in the fall into December, with advertising developed for Christmas and the buying season then and after as bargains attract buyers into the new year. An analysis of the commercials directed at a young audience for films, DVDs, and video games shows some of the selling methods and the appeal made to young people as well as the pervasive nature of such advertising messages, increasing as they do during the months before Christmas in order to increase sales of these products."
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Laryngeal Cancer, 2008.
Describes laryngeal cancer or cancer of the larynx, which is generally squamous cell carcinoma.
1,985 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 18 sources, APA, $ 63.95
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This paper explains that laryngeal cancer is cancer of the larynx or voice box, which is essential for normal vocal production. The paper describes several types of degrees of laryngectomy, the complete or partial removal of the larynx, which is usually performed to contain and stop the cancer from metastasizing to other cells. The paper then explains that, in addition to regular post surgical care, a speech pathologist should be included in the treatment team as soon as possible. The speech pathologist helps the patient learn to communicate, provides counseling and gives emotional support. Several illustrations are included with the paper.
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"It is the responsibility of the speech language pathologist to be the main intermediary between the patient and communication, postoperatively, as speech pathologists seek to help the patient learn effective communication in whatever manner possible so the individual may gain as close to pre-surgical communication effectiveness as possible. This means that the speech pathologist is responsible for training the individual on devices, pneumonic and electric as well as helping the individual to use pneumonic devices for communication and or teaching the individual a greater expression of sign language development."
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"Bold and Beautiful", 2008.
An analysis of the genre and the narrative structure of soap operas, focusing on the "Bold and Beautiful", March 24, 2008, Episode #5274.
2,393 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 73.95
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This paper discusses soap operas and focuses specifically on "Bold and Beautiful." It describes the generic features of the soap opera format and then looks at their narrative structure. Finally, the paper discusses the relationship between the narrative structure and the genre or soap operas. The paper presents examples from "Bold and Beautiful" from March 24, 2008, Episode #5274.
Table of Contents:
Step #1: Generic Features of Soap Opera Format
March 24, 2008, Episode #5274
Step #2: Narrative Structure of the Soap Opera Format
Step #3 Relationship between Genre and Narrative
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"In John Fiske's essay ("The Codes of Television") he is talking about the CBS documentary with General Westmorland (Vietnam era general running the war for the U.S.) in which extreme close-ups are used for emphasis. Writing in the New York Times (and quoted by Fiske) Alex Jones explains "the extreme close-up can be especially damaging when an interview is carefully scripted and the cameraman is instructed to focus tightly on the person's face at the point when the toughest question is to be asked."
"The same genre of camera close up is used in soap narrative, albeit there is noting damaging about the result. In fact, it plays into the hands of the director and writers to have the camera zoom in tightly on Brooke's face as she is making her stand against Taylor. Immediately after Brooke makes her strongest protestation, the camera goes very tight on Taylor, whose head is nodding slightly but not in agreement; she nods because she understands where Brooke is coming from, and what she (Taylor) can expect to be confronted with for at least this episode, and likely one or more - or dozens - in the foreseeable future."
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Rhetoric, 2008.
This paper provides a review of the concept of rhetoric.
2,383 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 73.95
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In this article, the writer notes that rhetoric has come to mean the spoken word, in particular those words spoken by politicians. The writer then discusses that a review of the history of rhetoric reveals that rhetoric is quite different from popular definitions. This paper reviews and critiques what classical scholars and philosophers like Cicero, Plato and Aristotle believed about rhetoric. Their view that rhetoric, ethics and philosophy are interrelated is also presented in this paper, along with the New Rhetoric and instructions on how to properly engage in formal communication, which is also an important aspect of rhetoric.
Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
From the Paper
"The bigger picture of rhetoric is nothing like the political polemics that play out during campaigns for president. Rhetoric is speaking and writing, hopefully intelligent dialogue or speech making and worthy written narrative. Rhetoric is also a way of healing what hurts inside the heart and the spirit.
"To wit, Payne's points are appropriate because everyone on the planet, no matter what language they speak, no matter the culture or continent, can understand failure. What many individuals do not understand, however, is how to use rhetoric effectively to dig out of the hole created by the failure."
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Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid) Security, 2008.
A study on the limitations that presently exist with RFID technology.
758 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 27.95
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The paper presents a proposal for research of RFID security and relates how this technology might be improved upon. The paper further examines the latest developments in RFID technology including that of GEN 2. The paper states that identity management is a critical issue for RFID technology and until these issues are resolved, the need for better identity management will serve as a barrier for implementation of RFID technology. The paper concludes with recommendations for further research.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
Literature review
Summary & Recommendations for Research
From the Paper
"Noted as well in this report is the fact that percent of survey respondents held the number one priority to be national security. It was stated by 56 percent of those participating in the study, all of whom are government IT professionals that they had either "...seen or heard about someone violating their organization or agency's security protocols." (Security Products Magazine, 2008) Watson (2008) states in the work entitled: "Clear Vision: RFID Emerges as Powerful Security Tool" that while RFID security applications "...are easily categorized into tracking personnel and assets, companies are unlikely to find prepackaged RFID solutions from vendors. There is no off-the-shelf RFID..." and furthermore while RFID components have undergone standardization there is no guarantee of RFID component plug-and-play applications. (Watson, 2008; paraphrased) In fact, Ravi Pappu, co-founder and head of the advanced development group for Thing-Magic in Cambridge, Mass states that there is "some black magic that goes on to make an RFID system work."
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Sacha Baron Cohen's "The Ali G Show", 2008.
Describes Sacha Baron Cohen's British television comedy "The Ali G Show".
2,000 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper explains that the British comedy "The Ali G Show" revolves around four interviews by three different characters played by the Baron Cohen: Ali G, Borat and Bruno. The author points out that each of the characters come from different countries, have different cultural backgrounds and interests and usually target different aspects of the American society. The paper relates that the goal of the show is to emphasize different underlying traits of the American society and how the influences of the American modern culture are impacting the rest of the world.
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"This brings us back to Ali G, the character coagulating the entire show. As a hip hop TV show host, I think that Ali G wants to bring together the stereotypes that the other two characters have sought and met throughout the US and summarize the cultural impact of the US culture as simply a culture of ignorant hip-hopers. Ali G is a "completely illiterate, wannabe gangsta, from this streets of Stains, England" who discovers America by being ignorant. By this, Cohen plays into bringing forth the ignorant characteristics of the Americans themselves, in his view. "
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Oprah's Impact on Mass Media, 2008.
A discussion of Oprah Winfrey, the most recognized African-American celebrity in American history.
1,128 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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The paper describes the many accomplishments of Oprah Winfrey that include being a billionaire, an Oscar-nominated actress, a Broadway producer, one who changed the face of daytime television and has brought giving to reality television competitions. The paper shows how Oprah's multi-media success is unprecedented and the fact that she is female and an African-American only make her success more remarkable.
From the Paper
"Whether one is a supporter or a detractor of Oprah Winfrey, it is difficult to ignore the fact that she has had a tremendous impact on the mass media in the United States. She is probably the most-recognized television personality, and is certainly the most recognized African-American celebrity in American history. She is a billionaire, the head of media conglomerate, in addition to being an Oscar-nominated actress, "activist, magazine editor, producer, book club sponsor, and radio host." (People). Oprah's success changed the face of daytime television, transforming the talk show format into a forum for serious discussions, both on her own show and with her creation of the Dr. Phil show."
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Corporate Culture, 2008.
This paper explores the benefits of an organization having a positive corporate culture.
2,181 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 68.95
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The paper outlines the ideas of Geert Hofstede, Deal and Kennedy and Edgar Schein on corporate culture and focuses on how management can enhance and change corporate culture. The paper discusses how positive cultures encourage cooperation, innovation, corporate solidarity and communication and emphasizes how a strong corporate culture is the key to an organization's success.
Outline:
Introduction
Theories of Corporate Culture
Enhancing Corporate Culture
Changing Corporate Culture
Conclusion
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"Companies, like countries, possess their own cultures, their own individual sets of norms, procedures, goals, and techniques. Much as a particular people praises certain behaviors, a given company will reward actions that in another organization might be looked on as unnecessary or undesirable. Structures and institution, even chains of command, respond to the specific circumstances of a business enterprise. Corporate culture also reflects the outer culture of the society with which that organization interacts. The market shapes this culture, determining many of the factors that gain weight within a business paradigm. Industries that depend on innovation will likely engender corporate cultures that prize risk-taking and change. Companies operating in a more stable environment will typically favor a more conservative approach."
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