Essays on Participation

In the past, matters affecting the employees were only discussed by the corporate employers or at times individual employers made their decisions about the jobs offered to employees without consulting one another. This resulted in a range of working conditions on the same job giving employees different attitudes. As a result dislike for some jobs developed and eventually fall-out of employees from jobs was very high. (dol.govt.nz) As a result, the employees decided to form a forum to fight for their rights and campaign against oppressive employment.
After formation of such employee organizations (e.g. civil servants associations), the voice Continue reading...

Introduction

Labour force participation rate is an important concept in economics and it is defined as the number of labours that are participating in the economic activities from the total number of labour available in the economy . The higher the labour participation rate of the economy, there are more chances that the economy would be stable and in a better situation.
As labour participation rate is an important and one of the most discussed topics in economics, this report discusses about the same concept. The report first defines the labour force participation rate and then highlights the importance of labour Continue reading...

Introduction

Political participation is one of the compulsory elements in almost every political system in the world. By definition, political participation refers to the actions or activities by a country’s private citizens through which they seek to influence government policies and activities. The activities involved in political participation shape or influence the political sphere in a particular manner. Political power in almost every society is usually concentrated in the hands of a few individuals who make up the government. However, attempts are often made for the participation of the maximum number of people in the political system (Sharma and Continue reading...

Background information

In the past, matters affecting the employees were only discussed by the corporate employers or at times individual employers made their decisions about the jobs offered to employees without consulting one another. This resulted in a range of working conditions on the same job giving employees different attitudes. As a result dislike for some jobs developed and eventually fall-out of employees from jobs was very high. (dol.govt.nz)
This resulted in many incidents whereby the employees were exploited by the employers since conditions for the job were very strict. For example, an employer would decide whether or not to suck Continue reading...

Literature Review: Teacher as a Researcher

The concept of diversity in sports is an aspect that has been rooted in the history of sports, in addition to becoming an important aspect in sports. The future of all sporting events largely depends on the ability of individuals to cultivate mutual understanding, at the same time safeguard equal participation of members from all cultural backgrounds and diversities. Sport is a universal activity because it is watched and played by individuals from all cultural backgrounds. There is no doubt that sporting events constitutes an amalgamation of multiethnic communities and cultures. Despite the universal characteristics of sports and sporting Continue reading...

Introduction

Labour force participation rate is an important concept in economics and it is defined as the number of labours that are participating in the economic activities from the total number of labour available in the economy . The higher the labour participation rate of the economy, there are more chances that the economy would be stable and in a better situation.
As labour participation rate is an important and one of the most discussed topics in economics, this report discusses about the same concept. The report first defines the labour force participation rate and then highlights the importance of labour Continue reading...

This section presents a description of the research methodology used by the researcher, a description of how the research was set up, the instruments used, and the sample used. The purpose of this research study was to examine the extent in which cultural diversity in women influences their participation in sports. In order to investigate the relationship between women participation in sports and cultural influences, the researcher adopted survey research design. Survey methodology was used because of the unique nature of the study. It required gathering information from primary sources. Survey design also allows the researcher to use a sample which represents a larger population. The data analyzed from the sample population is used to make a conclusion for the whole population. Continue reading...

Labor entails both the work done by an individual in their own households as well as that offered in the labor market for some kind of financial compensation. The participation in the labor market has been characterized by variations and skewed participation in terms of female labor market supply. However, it is essential to acknowledge the dramatic increase in the number of female participation in the past few decades, although the number of women falls behind that of men significantly. There are numerous benefits associated with the participation of women in the labor force such as the need to Continue reading...

Introduction

Mental health statistics around the world are indicative that in the twenty- first century we seem to be heading for a pandemic. The starling reality according to World Health Organization figures is that I in every 4 persons living today have developed a mental health disorder within their life time. This accounts for 25% of the world’s population. (World Health Organization, 2004)
Precise studies have revealed that to date some 450 million people around the globe are affected by some mental disorder of one type or the other irrespective of whether they live in developing countries, underdeveloped Continue reading...

Participation of children in sports is a wide and diverse topic in itself. Sports are essential for kids right from an early age since they not only play an imperative and important role in the physical development of the kids, but mental development too. A culture of sports among kids of elementary age group is not only considered a healthy trend but if often connected to the prowess and power of the nation since healthy childhood, considered the by product of sports, contributes to building of a nation. But over the years, with extensive study and research, it has Continue reading...

The following paper discusses in detail the issue of under participation of the minority population in voting. Minorities in the US do not actively participate in voting and thus hamper the development of the nation. This paper aims in understanding the underlying reasons for such lack of participation and offers some solution to ensure that the minorities exercise their voting rights.

The Minority vote

Introduction
Voting has many implications as it can make or break governments and can largely affect the smooth functioning of a government. Economic developments are significantly dependent on the voting turnout. Voting is an ideal weapon granted to Continue reading...

Introduction

Undoubtedly, the E-forum has emerged as effective tool offering an ingenious way of engaging students beyond the classroom. Essentially, an e-forum is a platform that allows students to post their messages to discussion threads, interact and receive feedback from their instructors and colleagues, and acquire an in-depth understanding of their study subjects (Balaji and Chakrabart, 2010). That was more so the case with international students who engage in distance learning, though it was also applicable to any other student.
E-forum instructional tools can address the communication impediments in face-to-face lectures, thereby, providing a forum for argumentative engagement with a Continue reading...

Low Participation in e-Forum among International Students has become a hard nut to crack to the administrators and stakeholders in higher education. With the advancement in technology, education has been pushed to another level. Both private and public institutions continue to enroll students from across the universe. The online forum has solved the geographical barriers that deny students a chance to join particular institutions (Balaji & Chakrabarti, 2010). One justification is that, international student’s finds language barrier a setback to their participation in the online discussions because most institutions lacks program to increase their mastery of language to boost Continue reading...

Introduction

Political equality, as an ideal concept and as a practical recourse in politics or governance, is one of the cornerstones of democracy. This paper will explore the self evident and abstracted concept of political equality in the light of its practice in a democratic political system. It will be argued that political equality is an ideal and normative political concept which is not absolutely being realized.
Hence, this argument shall be centered on the definition of political equality in terms of political participation. The paper shall define political equality in terms of how the constituents are able to represent Continue reading...

Introduction

Primary health care (PHC) is considered the pillar of health care systems because it aims to reduce health-related inequities and enhance access to health care. It is regarded as essential, universally accessible and affordable health care founded on interventions that have been scientifically proven (UNICEF 2008). PHC is comprised of the following elements: “health education, adequate nutrition, maternal and child health care, basic sanitation and safe water, control of major infectious diseases through immunization, prevention and control of locally endemic diseases, treatment of common diseases and injuries, and the provision of essential drugs” (UNICEF 2008).
However, decades after the Continue reading...

Instruments:

Chapter 3: Methodology
Introduction
The methodology incorporated in the study is aimed at collecting all relevant data for the purpose of a comprehensive analysis. The addressed problem in the study regards the current trend of low participation in e-forums by international students. Using various relevant instruments, the methodology of this research will be comprised of different questions articulated in a questionnaire sheet that aims to test the following hypothesis:
- Does the quantity and quality aspect of interaction with peers and educators have a positive or negative impact to e-forum participation among international students?
- Does technology advancement dictate Continue reading...

Introduction

The pay-to-play program is a growing trend among school districts in various states within USA. The students are required to pay a nominal or substantial fee to take part in extracurricular activities including; sports, school band and clubs. By 2009, over 33 states had districts implementing the pay-to-play program; it has since grown significantly. The practice has received support and criticism from various groups in USA. Despite its popularity, there is still limited research-based data on its impact on students. In my opinion, the practice has several disadvantages that must be addressed in regard to the provision of free Continue reading...

This paper studies participation as an essential component of the success of strategic change within an organization. Participation is widely believed to contribute to lower organizational resistance, qualitatively better strategic decisions and a great sense of psychological commitment to the change process (Lines, 2004).
There have been no conclusive scientific studies on the subject of participation and strategic organization change. The purpose of this study is to assess the outcome of participation during strategic change in an organization. This paper addresses this issue through a broad based study of the participation of managers in the strategic changes that took Continue reading...

Article: Study of Leadership and Stakeholder Participation

Published: May 2008
A Field Study on Stakeholder Leadership and Participation:
The main focus of the study is to give a deeper insight into organizational communication in collaboration with inter-organizational relationship in the non-profit making sector of the economy. The main purpose of this study includes the following:
- Showcase the mutual process of stakeholder presence and participation required to sustain collaborative action in inter-organizational relationship.
- Give researcher an understanding on human relationships that nurture collaborative relations in different organizations.
- Research further describes the relationship between social issues existing in communication and IORs past economical, resource-founded theories Continue reading...

Can you please ensure that the referencing conforms with the OSCOLA standard (available at http://www.legalcitation.ie/page5/files/OSCOLA%20Ireland%202011.pdf

·         Can you please ensure that all web links in the footnotes work, and lead the reader to the correct cite

·         Can you please use English Ireland or English UK as the default language (as distinct from English US)
What I need that those points has to be solved within 18 hours. Please as my submission day is Thursday. also I do not want you to change anything in the piece of the paper just make sure from what I ask for, also I would like you to add Hyperlinks in the footnotes and the reference

Acknowledgement

The preparation of this thesis would not Continue reading...

Female labor force participation

In economics, the production function is essentially a function of the labor, capital and technology. An increase in GDP of the economy requires an increment in the production of goods and services. However, Production is dependent on the labor. So, economic growth of the country is significantly dependent on labor supply and the productivity of the labor force. The labor market of Middle East and North Africa is rigid that is discouraging the increase in the employment opportunities even during the expansionary period (Karshenas, and Moghadam). Considering the fact that in Morocco, Egypt, Tunisia, Yemen and Palestine, the employment Continue reading...

Netflix’s marketing strategy change

Introduction
Change is an integral part of everyday life both for organizations and individuals. It is often considered negative, since it involves a certain level of stress for the system and a disruption of the conventional organizational practices. However, along with the negative side, change also entails benefits, if it is conducted in the right way. This paper aims to present an example of the recent change in Netflix strategy and to explain the possible reasons for its failure. This example applies change management theories and concepts to the Netflix case, in order to identify what went wrong and, Continue reading...

Abstract

Labor supply – a country’s population – and human capital – the skills and capabilities of the workforce – are two of the main drivers of economic growth and development. Hence, most developed countries with high GDP rates are those with large populations and highly skilled human capital. Governments build human capital through increased educational opportunities and high quality education. Furthermore, developed countries has implemented systems in place to take advantage of both male and female workers. Nonetheless, in patriarchal societies such as Arab states, culture and religion hinders countries from taking advantage of women’s economic contributions. The research focuses on Continue reading...

IMPACT OF INTERACTIVE BOARD IN MATHEMATICS CLASSROOM

INTRODUCTION.
Amongst the areas that technological innovations and improvements apply is in classrooms. The growth of technology, and introduction of new elements of delivery of service, impacts massively on teaching and practice. Amongst the contributions of technology in most schools and classrooms include the use of interactive whiteboards (Bell, 2002). An interactive white board refers to an instructional tool that uses computer images such as writings, drawings, and slides, amongst others, displayed into a white board using a digitalized projector. Instructors, in this case, use fingers, mouse, or directly touch the white screen for manipulation or while providing explanations.
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Political science

Essay questions:
- What are the nature of the American political system and the importance of political participation?
- What is the importance of public opinion in politics and the various ways political opinions are developed.
- What are the branches of the United States government and what are their significance and importance.

Political participation

Political participation is a very crucial aspect of the American political system. It involves how citizens get to influence policy formulation their implementations, as well as selection of their political leaders. It is attributed to the fact that the people have the freedom of speech and Continue reading...

Introduction

Political process is the process in which few representatives of certain political parties or independent candidates are nominated to be elected by general public. The turnout in elections mean the percentage of people from the total eligible population coming out and casting their vote during elections. The number of people participating in the process of electing a candidate depends on various factors. In recent decade, a large number of people have been avoiding to participate in political process due to several reasons. These reasons may include economic, cultural, and many other aspects of life. This paper is aimed at Continue reading...

- Introduction
- Changes in the Labor force participation rate of men and women and future trends
The later half of the 20th century saw the rate of participation of women in the US labor force increasing at a commendable pace. The labor force participation rate (LFPR) of women increased from a meager 34% in 1950 to an impressive 60% in 2000. The US labor force consisted of 18million women in 1950 which increased to 66 million in 2000 showing an average annual growth rate of 2.6%. The share of women in the labor force also increased. It was Continue reading...

Historically, the fundamental differences between sexes have been used as the basis of an argument against equality. Globally, there are various measures that have been used in measuring the disparities between men and women. The most common measures as adopted by the UN are health, empowerment and the labor market as they are the social and economic perspectives affecting inequality. The existence of inequality disparity on the basis of gender has been a major factor behind the loss of human development leading to inequality between female and male achievements (Kamrany and Robinson para 5). In most global societies, men Continue reading...

and Alcohol Knowledge

The Effectiveness of Prevention Programs on Underage Drinking

and Alcohol Knowledge
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (2007) considers underage drinking a major public health problem. In 2008, emergency rooms treated around 190,000 juveniles for injuries related to alcohol abuse (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2011). Alcohol is the most widely used drug by minors in the United States, accounting for 11% of all alcohol consumption. Binge drinking accounts for more than 90% of juvenile alcohol abuse. According to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), even though the level of alcohol use among juveniles has dropped significantly Continue reading...

Sports at any age keep one in a better physical shape. During teens, this is an excellent way to keep them busy and exercised. There are a great number of teens who lead a sedentary lifestyle. Sports and fitness will keep the teens involved in different physical activities and also keep them thinking about their nutrition. Research shows that playing sports can benefit teens as they are already going through challenging social relationships and hormonal changes. The essay aims to learn if active sports participation can also keep the teens out of trouble.

What the findings point out to

Conservative wisdom proposes that organized sports Continue reading...

As the manager of a multinational car manufacturer, one’s task would be to ensure maximum efficiency of those below them in the assigned departments under one’s jurisdiction. In order to do this, it is necessary to ensure that all employees under the manager’s care are utilizing their skills, making use of their knowledge and training their fullest potential. A corporation is only as strong as its workers, like cogs in a machine, and it is the manager’s job to keep the proverbial machine running efficiently. The issue one runs into more often than not is Continue reading...

Historically, the fundamental differences between sexes have been used as the basis of an argument against equality. Globally, there are various measures that have been used in measuring the disparities between men and women. The most common measures as adopted by the UN are health, empowerment and the labor market as they are the social and economic perspectives affecting inequality. The existence of inequality disparity on the basis of gender has been a major factor behind the loss of human development leading to inequality between female and male achievements (Kamrany and Robinson para 5). In most global societies, men Continue reading...

Sue'Ann Easterling PE 551 Race in sports or athletics June 19, 2013 1 of 6

Shakib, S., Veliz, P., Dunbar, M. D., & Sabo, D. (2011). Athletics as a source for Social Status among the youth: Examining Variation by Gender, Race/Ethnicity, and Socioeconomic Status. Sociology of Sports Journal, 28(3), 303-328
The journal article highlights problems experienced in sports and athletics with a closer focus on the universities. The author has provided a broader sampling and research synthesis from different parts of the world thereby representing a wider and a better scope on the world of sports especially in addressing the race factor in different parts of the world. The author is an established researcher Continue reading...

Wheelchair Rugby

Abstract
In order to understand this sport, we have to understand how it is played and the rules that the players need to follow in order to be fully qualified to step in the court and play this beautiful sport. This sport has in the recent past grown into one of the best sports for the persons with disabilities. Others include basketball and handball but as West (2014) argue, wheelchair rugby does what basketball and handball, do better and collectively and as some may say, simultaneously.
Hodges (2012) explains that wheelchair football game is completed with two groups of Continue reading...

The task herein requires a critical analysis of research by identifying the strengths and weaknesses that are underlying assumptions of a scholarly study on power. The article by Culley and Hughey (2008) argue that as a result of their case findings, community experiences in participating in social disputes so relevant (such as waste hazard issues) align to theoretical views of power. They looked at approximately four years of data collection and were able to ascertain “Results illustrated how participation was limited and how citizen influence could be manipulated via control of resources, barriers to participation, agenda setting, and shaping Continue reading...

An online class requires the student to be in control of their learning. Taking this into consideration, I found the online class being very challenging and fascinating as compared to a face-to-face (F2F) class. This term has been a very busy term where I was supposed to participate in weekly various group discussions. Despite the many challenges associated with an online class, I successfully completed it and below is an analysis of my participation in the course.

Presentation and analysis of class participation

There were several questions that were posted by active team members. I strived to respond many of the questions, citing various sources Continue reading...

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Introduction

Over the past 17 weeks, I have attended classes for this course as well as team projects where we learned and deliberated on many concepts. The class work involved listening to lectures from our course tutor. Notably, the lecturer allowed for active participation by all members of the class by allowing students to ask questions and give necessary opinions and ideas whenever necessary. As a requirement, the class members were supposed to team up as appropriate into discussion groups. Essentially, the groups formed by class members held weekly discussions and made presentations in order to foster active Continue reading...

Community welfare is one of the foremost responsibilities of the local government and the local authorities engage in meticulous work to ensure the well-being of the individuals of the community. Habitat for Humanity works to build homes for the poor people with voluntary labor and sells the houses at no profit. The local authority plans to enhance the living standards of the people of the region with the help of Habitat for Humanity.
This process, however, would require the consensus of the citizens and their active participation in the procedure of work. Hence, the local authorities have chalked out Continue reading...

Other Details

Introduction
Of all the laws of the nation with regard to education, NCLB (No Child Left Behind) and IDEA (Individual with Disabilities Education Act) are unequivocally the most important. Together these two acts ensure the future of the nation’s young population. NCLB ensures that all children receive education irrespective of race, economic status, or other discrimination. And IDEA provides for the special needs of children with disabilities. NCLB also includes children with disabilities. As far as school education is concerned these laws take care of all students in the United States. But are these laws alone enough to Continue reading...

Introduction

In a formal definition, political consumerism can be said to be the choice of products and producers with the goal of changing politically or ethically objectionable market or institutional practices. These choices are informed by the attitudes as well as values regarding issues of fairness, justice, political or ethical assessment of favorable as well as unfavorable business and government practice, and non-economic issues that concern personal as well as family well being. Political consumerism is concerned with capturing various creative ways in which the citizens, political activists and consumers in general use the marketplace as an arena of consumer Continue reading...