Thinking Course Works Samples For Students

Skinner’s research and contribution to psychology

Development of Psychology has been influenced by several great contributions from different major researchers who proposed several concepts that influenced understanding of human nature and psychology. Burrhus Frederic Skinner (1904-1990), was one of the most influential American psychologists that had his name in several theories and inventions within the scope of psychology. He was the main proponent of the school of behaviourism in psychology and this explained the human actions as regards to their physiological responses to various external stimuli. He also provided the detailed analysis of operant conditioning which focused on Continue reading...

Slide One

With your permission I will begin. Today I would like to talk to you about intelligence. During my presentation we will talk about the basic definition of intelligence. We will take a quick glance at old and contemporary intelligence theories and compare the two. Then some intelligence test will be discussed and we will learn the difference between a bad and a good intelligence test. Lets begin.

Slide Two

A compliment which will be appreciated all around the world is “you are smart”. The opposite is true for calling someone stupid. A positive characteristic of a person is incomplete Continue reading...

In the news report “US Students suffering from Internet addiction: study,” Walden Siew frames his argument for children becoming addicted to the Internet around a study inferring that withdrawal symptoms were experienced by those who went without media for a 24-hour period. His claim is that young people have become so attached to mobile devices and the Internet that they have trouble coping when they are without it. The causal reasoning is that since the Internet is such a large component in the lives of young people, they are not able to function well without Continue reading...

Core Values that best describe Americans, and how they have affected advertising

American consumers have values that are based or defined by their culture. One of the core values of an American consumer is hard work. Americans believe that achievements and success come as a result of hard work. Hence, keeping busy is a part of life to Americans. Following the busy lifestyles of Americans, the advertisements are usually short and very precise (Thomas, 1999, p. 25).
Keeping fit and healthy is another important value of an American consumer (Thomas, 1999, p. 34). Americans invest a lot in their Continue reading...

PART I

Hello, my name is Elizabeth, and I am 28 years old. I was born in the Dominican Republic, and I emigrated to the Unites States when I was 14 years old, ending up in Miami. When I was in ROTC, I met the man who would become my husband; August will be our one year anniversary. Right now, my husband is in Seoul, North Korea, temporarily stationed there. As for my interests, I am an avid jogger, and I like to cook and eat delicious food. Right now, I am pursuing my Bachelor’s degree in Public Continue reading...

The Greek Canon (kanon) of naturalist sculpture is recognised as being amongst some of the earliest and best portrayals of the human form in all of art history (Janson et al. 92). On the whole, the Greek Canon demonstrates a strong understanding of the human form and presents it in an uncompromising way and without exaggeration. There are a wide range of Greek sculptures which demonstrate an evolution of the artistic understanding of the human form – most notably during the Archaic period. Early statues such as the ‘Kore’ which depicted female figures, characterised the body Continue reading...

Introduction

A pipette is one of the laboratory instruments utilized in the transportation of a measured volume of fluids. Therefore, the general use of a pipette is to transfer a specific volume of a fluid from one container (measuring cylinder) to another. There are several types of pipettes. They include; Volumetric, graduated, automated pipettes, micropipettes and disposable pipettes. But for the sake of the video, we will concentrate of two: Volumetric and graduated pipettes.

These pipettes are used to transport a single specific volume of a fluid, typically between 1 and 100 ml. They are shaped like Continue reading...

Analyzing the Components of the Psychoanalytic Approach to Personality

Psychoanalytic theories cover the concept of the unconscious and the influence it has to behaviors and personality. Sigmund Freud, a neurologist was a specialist who dealt with nerve disorders. He focused his studies on the hidden instinctive behavior important in human psyche. During his day-to-day activities, he tackled problems from people who came to him for assistance including private personal lives, anxieties and personal problems. He found out that personality is highly controlled by forces, which came unnoticed. He therefore argued that individual personality consist of large portion of unawareness Continue reading...

22nd July, 2011

Outline

1. Important Factors Influencing Moral Cognition.

2. Prediction of changes in social cognition across the lifespan.

3. Prediction of lifelong interaction styles influenced by parenting behaviors and attachment opportunities in infancy.

4. Explanation of friendships and family relationships changes over one’s lifespan.

5 Important Characteristics of a Healthy Family Life.

Abstract

Cognition has been summarized by many schools of thought in psychology to be adaptations to the moral as well as social environments within the home and wider society from a mental perspective called the mind. It is believed to have begun from birth Continue reading...

1. Prediction

What do you know now?

Story

What do you expect next?

After reading or listening to a story, a student gets to know something in it. He or she can then combine what he or she already know outside the story, with the clues in the story and will be able to say what will happen next (Duke & Pearson 2001). This is called prediction.

Rational: Prediction makes the students to become better readers and writers (McNamara, 2007).

Prediction will support the assessment through getting the responses from students on where the predictions can be made Continue reading...

Vocabulary Strategies

Assessments

ELL/Special Needs Changes

Definition Copying

Definition copying involves forcing students to list vocabulary and definitions of words as they are presented (Phillips et al, 2003).

Checking the answers of students to determine if they have the correct definition.

Words would likely be simpler for special needs students.

Context Clues

Context clues prompt students to learn words as a result of their specific usage (Phillips et al, 2003).

Interventions could be given to see if students pick up on context clues.

Understanding context would be more difficult for special needs; extra effort would be required to give Continue reading...

Understanding communication at the work place

Communication is a very essential tool in any organization. It is very crucial for a quality life as well as an essential facet of life. According the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights 1994, communication is considered as being a human right. Effective communication plays a significant role in: relationship building, decision making, expression of opinions, personality and thoughts, as well as it helps individuals to articulate and achieve their basic needs. However, communication is one of the most complex abilities that individuals study. It becomes even more challenging for people with Continue reading...

1. Ethics and Relativism

When it comes to the way people live their daily lives, ethical beliefs bear tangible implications. Generally, beliefs about such beliefs bear no appropriate or inevitable consequences Paul et al, (2008) When it comes to what people believe or take to be right for what they practically A specific question is if relativism, being a belief about beliefs, is workable or adequate basis for ethics. Many believe it is. Another burning issue is whether relativism in a position to maintain commitment, high moral standards, moral passion and courage, majority believes it can. In some cases Continue reading...

Identify approaches to refine a solution to a problem.

Criticism can be used as a tool in order to solve problems and the logic behind this can be explained by two meaningful statements. The first statement is that ‘no solution is ever perfect’ and the second one is that ‘there is always a scope of improvement in the current solution’. It is important and interesting to understand that problems and solutions are always interlinked, however at times lack of focus may lead to a solution which is not a perfect solution as such, however still seems convincing Continue reading...

FILM TITLE: This Film Is Not Yet Rated

Director Kirby Dick

Basic Plot (a single sentence if possible), and what areas of “politics” are present in the film:

This film is about the problems inherent with the ratings system of the MPAA, tackling race, gender, and sexual politics as the ratings board’s view of them is examined.

1. Does the movie have a point of view? Is it advocating a political philosophy or policy orientation? What is it?
The movie has the point of view of admonishing the MPAA for being ignorant Continue reading...

Plagiarism is defined as “The expropriation of another author’s text, and the presentation of it as one’s own” (Dichtl, p. 372). It is an epidemic in many schools – it frustrates teachers and lands students in a world of trouble when caught. It renders the whole education process moot, and can even ruin academic careers, as well as scientific disciplines that are being contributed to by plagiarized papers. It is a symptom of a greater disease known as academic dishonesty.
When participating in a school or academic setting, it is absolutely vital to maintain academic honesty. Academic honesty Continue reading...

What is hypnosis?

The term ‘hypnosis’ has long been associated with entertaining side-shows in which the unsuspecting member of the public is made to cluck like a chicken every time they hear a bicycle bell. However, more recently, hypnosis has become a key psychological tool in assisting patients to re-tune their mind and to relax. It is a term derived from the Greek god of sleep, Hypnos (James 1) and indeed, hypnosis does involve the patient going into a sleep-like ‘trance’ or sorts. It was first used in the 1800s by James Braid who Continue reading...

Assignment: Together We Stand Letter

Dear Citizens of Suburbia,

I am writing to you today to discuss a matter of grave importance. We are all aware of the rampant illnesses that have been wreaking havoc on our children and our community – they have led to us worrying about what might be in the future for the rest of us. It is clear it is no genetic defect; something is rotten in our little suburban community. As a result, I have done some investigating into this problem, and have concluded that our gas company might be Continue reading...

Task 1

Explain the nature and role of accounts. You need to also explain why James and Rebecca need to produce accounting information in order to make financial decisions.

Answer

Accounting is the process of identifying, measuring and reporting economic information to the owners of business and all interested parties (Joel, 2008). Business transactions have financial implication on a business in both short term and long term (Frank & Allan, 2005). Some of the transactions are sale or purchases of fixed assets or current assets, paying of business expenses, and Continue reading...

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Constructivist learning

This is a student-driven process whereby the learners come up with their own way of understand information as they get to know the various concepts and as they think upon their own processes. Instead of getting information from sources and taking them as the right answers, the learners will integrate their own experiences that they get from the outside and from the other students (Glenda, 1996). As the theory puts more emphasis on the learner getting their own information from the outside, it also assumes that the learner will sort this information Continue reading...

Abstract

An organization’s success is largely dependent on the leadership and management style used within it; and nursing organizations are no different. The need for effective leadership and management in nursing organizations is further emphasized by the fact that an assumption or mistake may lead to the loss of lives. Effective leadership and management are built upon various principles, one of which is effective communication. This paper will analyze a case scenario and the most effective communication technique that can be used to ensure proper leadership and management. The communication technique will be further analyzed in Continue reading...

Week 5 DQ 1 Posted: Sat 05/28/2011 06:25 PM , by:Instructor

In this scenario, the problem is that Jimmy has aggressive behavior. The issue lies in where this aggressive behavior comes from. In the case of Sally, she thinks that the environment led to his aggressive behavior (nurture); however, Bob imagines aggressive behavior to be part of being a boy, leaving it up to his nature. While I believe it’s true that television exacerbates the issue, there is an inherent aggressiveness in boys that can push them more steadily towards violent behavior than Continue reading...

A1.

The two strategies that the Whig leader Samuel Adams might have used are: making connections and identification of direction of the main ideas. These two strategies focus on sharpening the aim of a discussion and exploring deeper into the discussion. Through making connections to various Whigs and participants, Samuel was able to sharpen the focus of the problem hence a convening of the meeting at Old South Meeting House. Alternatively, identification of the direction of the problem at hand—a part of exploring strategy—resulted in Samuel resolving that the Continue reading...

Fill in the blank Questions (4 pts. each, 20 pts. Total)

1) Field inputs are governed by input masks.
2) A computer program is an algorithm that has been customized to solve a specific task.
3) Intensity of color ranges from cosmic rays to electric waves.
4) Figuring out why a process or system doesn’t work is called debugging.
5) An algorithm must be simple and precise.

Short Answer Questions (5 pts. each, 60 pts. Total)

1) What is the Turing Test?

It is an examination of whether a machine has the ability Continue reading...

‘Joyas Voladores’ – Brian Doyle

I thought this was a superb piece of writing. Doyle’s description of the hummingbird’s engaging and well-written. In the first paragraph, after the opening sentence, he starts three short sentences with the phrase ‘A hummingbird’s heart is...’ – a technique called anaphora. He then finishes the paragraph with one very long sentence full of vivid verbs – “whirring...zooming...nectaring...hammering.” He uses anaphora at the start of the second paragraph too – “They can...” and the long list of the exotic and mysterious names of different Continue reading...

Nanotechnology paper by Street G. (A review)

Biotechnology and nanotechnology are two different field that are somewhat related. This association between the two is not something that could be easily describes but it very important to know that the revolution in technologies plays an impact in linking the two fields together. This paper presented by Street (2000) evaluates the two fields and their important innovations, the relationship between the two and the importance various industries, business and academics fields.
The paper considers the views regarding both nanotechnology and Biotechnology, the relationship of nanotechnology and biology and the Continue reading...

RELIGIOUS TOLERANCE.

Religious tolerance refers to the when people of a particular religion tolerate people from other religions and respect their religious ideologies and practices. (John,2000)
Tolerance should be distinguished from religious indifference, which refers to ‘taking no interest’ in religion, and including any religious differences therein. It means that one does not acknowledge people on the basis of religion. As such, they are not capable of any religious intolerance and/or tolerance.
In the recent times, perhaps in the name of democracy and globalization, there have been inter-religion forums meant to find common grounds and Continue reading...

1.0 Oscar Wilde: Art and the Handicraftsman
This particular lecture focused on the relationship that brings together art and the craftsman. The presentation outlined that pulling one from the other affects both. If one is kept away from the other, negative effects of that action ruins the two. Art is all about expressing things in a personal view. Such expressions are based on diverse feelings of the handicraftsman. The resultant expressions of such works constitute the art. Attitude, motives and expectations are just but a few ways that determine the forthcoming artistic works. Art is all about getting Continue reading...

Company Description

Tottenham Hotspur Plc is engaged in the operation of a professional football club in England together with related commercial activities. The Company has two segments: football and property. In addition, the Company continues to acquire numerous properties with a view to a new stadium development.

The sponsors of the club include Autonomy, Investec, Puma, Thomas Cook Sport, Sporting bet, Carlsberg, TNT, EA Sports and Glyn Hopkin. The Company's Tottenham Tribute Trust is an organisation that reaches out to members of the Spurs family who are fighting hard times either financially, medically or both. The clubs patron Continue reading...

Based on the entire semesters readings and lessons, what are the most important principles you have learned to become a more effective decisionmaker in your organization?

Over the course of this semester, the materials that we have discussed have enabled me to understand much more about the decision making process than I did before. I learned that it was far too easy to fall into poor decision-making attitudes due to our circumstances, our moods, and our biases. These include anchoring, confirmation, hindsight and Sun-cost effect biases, all of which should be avoided when making a decision, as they will Continue reading...

Introduction

Negotiation is an essential tool in any social setting and should therefore be given utmost consideration when it comes to enhancing social relations between two parties. There are various reasons for employing negotiation tactics and the most significant one being the arising of a conflict. Therefore, negotiation is one of the most important aspects of conflict resolution. There are many tools of negotiation that may be used in conflict resolution.

One of the most significant tools of negotiation is considering the goals or interests of both parties. Once this consideration is made, then chances of biasness are limited Continue reading...

Career Objective:

Short Term: To be placed as a Senior Executive or Assistant Manager in the Customer Relations or Marketing department at an organization of repute where I may be able to utilized as well as develop my customer relations and marketing skills.

Long Term: To further my educational qualifications and work experience in order to grow into a senior managerial role and eventually head the marketing department of a reputed organization.

Strengths:

Strong communication and people skills, out-of-the-box thinking, ability Continue reading...

Effective communication is the main feature that brings uniqueness between human beings and other creatures. When good public speaking skills are combined with good visual aids, a proper and very effective presentation is developed. In this work, I have considered the success of every presentation based on visual aids.

An effective presentation requires one to establish clear objectives, plan and organize the materials, and finally use suitable visual aids. The use of visual aids makes it possible for illustrations as it effectively lays emphasis on the ideas more than words. Very clear pictures of the materials presented increases the Continue reading...

Hsun Tzu in his essay “Man’s nature is evil” tries to employ various strategies so as to convince the reader that human nature is truly wicked. He believes that the natural desires of a man are evil and if somebody follows his nature, he must be evil. This is a deductive reasoning that does not convince the reader since there are those who follow their nature and yet are still good. He says “Anyone who follows his nature must be involved in bickering and contention, and must disobey the societal rules and forms, and must be a criminal."   Continue reading...

Human Nature is Inherently Good

Sometimes it seems that people have forgotten what it is to be good. The world has turned into an evil and dangerous place of existence: constant terroristic acts, murders, hunger, diseases, etc. It is high time each and everyone stopped and thought about his human nature, about his inner good. However, despite the fact that the mankind is so cruel and evil, Mencius is convinced in the contrary, saying that all the people are naturally good.
Mencius says that, "Human nature is inherently good, just like water flows inherently downhill" (95). He Continue reading...

I believe that it is not true that decision making follows a logical, linear progression in our mind as we think over a decision. This is because the rational decision making model makes a lot of assumptions that make it fundamentally flawed. The various steps that are followed in the model give rise to assumptions that form the basic weaknesses of the model and therefore lead the questioning of the truthfulness of the model.
The model assumes the availability of all the relevant information for the decision making process. Perfect information for decision making cannot exist and there will Continue reading...

Synopsis: The following article consists of a brief study regarding the principles of Soviet Communism and American Capitalism. The research discusses the role of the populace with regards to the above mentioned constitutions. After giving an introduction to both, the paper will further formulate the consistency of the strategies which have been displayed in the pictures/images provided. The study begins with a briefing of ‘Political Warfare’ where the concept of ‘Totalism’ has also been added to the discussion and an understanding about its influence upon the political manipulations of a nation.

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Private placement is the sale of a company’s securities to a few, select investors as a means of raising the capital. The investors may include insurance companies, banks, pension funds, and mutual funds. Such a placement does not require registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission. This work appraises the market performance of a group of companies that announced their intention to sell private placement shares. The market considered herein is the NASDAQ Global Market. For this market, two companies (issuers) are considered -- NeurogesX, Inc. and Solar Capital Ltd. The information herein is current and Continue reading...

During the practicum, I felt myself not only learning as a teacher but also as an individual too. I mean this in the sense that before I began the practicum, I was less organised and much less confident but, as a result of this course, I now feel as though I am a lot more gregarious, prepared and generally more ‘together’ than I was before. Having spoken to a number of teachers now, it seems that all teaching practicums are intense and hard work – demonstrating the challenge of the job Continue reading...

Abstract

Environmental factors that influence human growth and development in Childhood are divided into two broad categories. They are intrinsic and extrinsic. Intrinsic has to do with elements related to the internal physical activities such as functioning of the organs and systems. Precisely, cognitive development is concerned with their mental disposition. It denotes how well they reason, interpret, understand, analyze, differentiate and distinguish based on their physical growth. Babies do not display any of these cognitive attributes when they are born. However, as the brain begins to develop they became obvious and are recognized as products of the mind. Continue reading...