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The Research Method Introduction The research method is an essential part of the research design as it determines the framework in what type of data is collected and how it is utilized to address the central research problem and answer the research questions (Creswell, 2013). Therefore, effort is directed to evaluate what research method should be utilized in the case study so as to understand the impact of mining and quarrying activities in the Akamkpa mining region located in Nigeria (Creswell, 2013). Research methods are practical ways for conducting research and require that the research scope, problem and questions ...

2017

Chapter 1 Introduction.1 Background.2 Statement of the Problem3 Purpose of the Research.4 Primary Research Questions5 Research Sub Questions6 Theoretical/Conceptual Framework.7 Nature of Study..8

Significance of the Study9

Definition of Key Terms10 Summary11 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5

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Feasibility of the Study Introduction Central to the case study into the impact of mining and quarrying activities in the Akamkpa mining region located in Nigeria is a feasibility assessment; an essential component of a doctorial research dissertation (Creswell, 2013). Problematic issues are investigated such as program time management, data and participant availability, site permissions availability, and considerations in terms of ethical conduct ...

The process of getting an article from the online library which I took to retrieve the article entitled Association Among Aging Related Stereotypic Belief, Self-efficacy and Self-promoting Behaviors in Elderly Korean Adults” is as explained bellow . First I accessed the University library Portal after which I logged in and went to the research area where I typed in the information relevant to the articles in which I am interested. The first screen has the “SEARCH IT” title with other subtitles below it e.g. Databases which includes specific subject areas that one may want to look at, under data base ...

Inter-organizational Innovation Networks (IT): Role of cloud computing and big data on Business Model Innovation

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This report looks at how cloud computing and big data impact business model innovation and if these technologies enable companies to implement quicker and more efficient means to interact with customers and enhance their profitability and growth potential. Meta-analysis was conducted by accessing peer-reviewed literature which targets issues surrounding the research problem and research questions. Despite the uncertainty in terms of knowledge and expertise in the IT industry due to rapid technological developments there are still opportunities to be leveraged by businesses. However, in answer to the research questions it is found that cloud computing and big ...

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As the business world becomes more and more entrenched in globalization there are complementary challenges that define companies’ operations. One major challenge for the human resources departments in the current business environment is the employee turnover. Working with organizations from developing nations that provide non – core functions constitutes an advantage for organizations form developed regions, as they have the opportunity to save financial resources, while paying workers with lower financial demands. On the other hand, they face a major issue, which is the employee turnover. Employee turnover affects the general environment in an organization and large turnover rates can ...

Introduction

The process of learning in animals and humans come through a series of situations that come together to motivate, and ignite the brains and enable them to repeat specific actions in the face of certain circumstances. The basic logic presented by psychologists and biologists is that there is intrinsic motivation based on the brain which controls the nerves and models of an animal or human being. This implies that an external variable triggers an extrinsic motivation that gets the organism to ignite the internal or intrinsic motivation in order to undertake certain actions and internalize it in order to ...

Social issues cut across a large spectrum of our daily lives, cutting across from human to local area development. In the exploration of considering topics to research on, the researcher looked at the topics which are most relevant to this generations and future generations and settled on these three areas: these are potential topics that were looked into

Child Abuse

Teenage Pregnancy HIV Child abuse The first topic was Child abuse which is a term used to refer to mistreatment and acts of affliction on children. These are acts conducted by caregivers, guardians and parents of the child that often results ...

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Studies documenting substance abuse have shown that it is deadly. Studies done in these areas have shown a trend in the abuse of substance among the youth. Substances such as marijuana, alcohol and cannabis are continually being abused by the youth. Tobacco consumption by youth is yet to be mitigated. The government, has in some cases, not helped the situation but has served to escalate the crises by making potent substances available to users without regulation. The objectives of this research are to analyze the opinion of researchers I this field and their opinions on the matter at hand. ...

Introduction

This essay will explore the role that the American media plays in forming public opinion. This essay will particularly focus on the area of public opinion, media influence and politics. It will investigate whether, or not the media plays a key role in forming public opinion when it comes to politics. It will discover what the extent of their influence is. The research methodology in this essay has been taken from, statistical data, journals, academic presentations, books, newspaper articles, and video recordings. This topic has been chosen, because it is a current issue that is playing out in the ...

Introduction

Globalization is the process of international integration arising from technological advancements resulting in increased cultural and trade exchange. In the modern world globalization has resulted in increased productivity. The effects of globalization have been experienced in the following sectors around the world, economic development, culture, environment and political systems. Globalization has both positive as well as negative effects on the society at large. (England & Steve management services, 2001). Grant & Robert (1991) define Competitive advantage as a distinctive advantage that an organization or nation has over its competitors. Thus it gives organization unique benefits over other organizations operating in the ...

Sustainability Strategies of Small Business Owners

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Prospectus: Entrepreneurial Attributes and Competencies of Small Business Owners

Foundation of the Study There are 28 million small businesses owners are the engine of America’s economy (Business & Industry, 2015). Small businesses are responsible for creating enough jobs for over one-half of the employees in the USA (SBA, 2015). Healthy and thriving small businesses across the country are necessary to stabilize the economy and the mission of the SBA is to support those business owners with loans, practical knowledge, and improving the circumstances for promising small business owners (SBA, 2015).

The purpose of this study is to explore strategies that small business owners use to sustain the business.

Background of the Problem The amount of new small business startups is approximately 10 to 12% each ...