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  • Mass Society Theory

    Mass Society Theory

    History of Mass Society Theory Comprised a vast workforce of people who lived isolated and unfulfilled lives. They were slaves to jobs, bosses and living in crowded urban settings . Their lives were consistent with Marx’s “alienated masses” Scholars blamed the media for the rise of fascism History of Mass Society Theory During the 1920’s, Hearst and Pulitzer changed their ways and became serious about reporting the news The American Society of Newspaper Editors formed

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    Submitted: June 13, 2010 By: Victor
  • Analysis of the Uncertainty Reduction Theory on Interpersonal Communication

    Analysis of the Uncertainty Reduction Theory on Interpersonal Communication

    Analysis of the Uncertainty Reduction theory on interpersonal communication Through this paper I will conduct an analysis of the uncertainty reduction theory and will then apply it to my own experience here in Colorado university. This theory has been subject to many articles and studies in the communication and social departments. Indeed, studying this theory can help us understanding human relations in interpersonal communication. Each of us has been one day confronted to uncertainty, whereas

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    Submitted: June 13, 2010 By: Fonta
  • A Theory of Knowledge - Mental Constructs

    A Theory of Knowledge - Mental Constructs

    A Theory of Knowledge: Mental Constructs "This is a pen." While there are many variations between the possibilities of things being pens, this is one of them. Even if I were dreaming, or a brain in a vat, I would know that this is a pen. I know that this is a pen because I have a mental construct of what a pen is. What I do not know is if I am really holding

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    Submitted: July 28, 2010 By: Dina
  • Agnew's Strain Theory

    Agnew's Strain Theory

    The general strain theory, created by Robert Agnew, was an explanation of why individuals respond to stress and strain with crime. Also the general strain theory also states that strain leads to delinquency. Strain is a result of failure to succeed at the goals set by society. Success is based upon fame and wealth, when individuals failed to achieve certain goals they experienced strain, which can lead to frustration and depression. People often compare themselves

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    Submitted: July 28, 2010 By: Dina
  • Psychology Theories and Self Reflection

    Psychology Theories and Self Reflection

    Psychology Theories and self-reflection Kathleen McKenna NorQuest College Psych 1060 & Section one Assignment One Jocelyn Beaudette-Hodsman November 9th, 2010 ? Psychology Theories and Self Reflection According to the Webster's dictionary the word psychology means "the science of mind and behaviour" (Merriam-Webster's, 2010). There are many different theories that have influenced psychology, but when I look at my life there are three that stand out from all the rest that I will be talking

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    Submitted: April 20, 2011 By: kitkat1979
  • Leadership, Ethics, and Motivation

    Leadership, Ethics, and Motivation

    A feedback-intensive leadership development experience can be a valuable antidote to this dilemma (Guthrie and King, 2003). At the heart of our work for more than 30 years, feedback-intensive programs are comprehensive assessments of an individual's leadership, using multiple frameworks and tools to view numerous aspects of personality and leadership behavior. These programs blend methodologies, including 360-degree feedback, experiential learning modules, direct teaching of content from leadership research, and peer and staff coaching. Interaction among

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    Submitted: April 21, 2011 By: eshontee1
  • Motivation

    Motivation

    During the recent years motivation has been one of the "hot" topics when talking about performance improvement or productivity gains. There are many concepts and applications of motivation used in day-to-day activities used by many organisations around the word however, it seems to be very difficult for everybody to find the correct "mix". The purpose of this paper is to review and analyse ideas, concepts and theories of three academic journals articles on motivation. In

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    Submitted: April 23, 2011 By: bejca06
  • Motivation for the Creation of Pakistan

    Motivation for the Creation of Pakistan

    Introduction:- What I have highlighted in this is that firstly Pakistan was created for the rights of Muslim not for Islam. Division of India and creation of Pakistan was the last option with Quaid –e-Azam. If Congress and Nehru were not imposing in their stunt Jinnah would have never insisted on division of India but it was due to the hardships Muslims faced during the congress rule which denied basic human rights to Muslims that

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    Submitted: April 23, 2011 By: mansoori1
  • An Examination and Application of Subculture Theories to Prison Violence.

    An Examination and Application of Subculture Theories to Prison Violence.

    Abstract Theories of prison violence and behavior are often divided into the indigenous model or importation model. This paper utilizes Irwin and Cressey's (1962) importation model and integrates it with elements of Miller's (1958) theory of a lower-class subculture explain prison violence. The paper also examines other relevant theories of violent subcultures to enhance the argument that most prison violence is not indigenous to the prison but is brought to the institution as part of

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    Submitted: April 23, 2011 By: psngai2
  • Reinforcement Theory - Obod

    Reinforcement Theory - Obod

    University of Wales SUBJECT: ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOUR AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT. LECTURER: MR.MANJIT SINGH SUBMISSION DATE: 05.12.2008 (DUE DATE) WORD COUNT: 4115 ASSIGNMENT BY: "APPLICATION OF REINFORCEMENT THEORY TO SHAPE EMPLOYEE BEHAVIOR." TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER TOPIC PAGE 01 INTRODUCTION 4 02 DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS 2.1 OVERVIEW 5 2.2 REINFORCEMENT THEORY (reshaping behavior) 6-11 2.3 FORCES FOR CHANGE 11 2.4 WHY EMPLOYEE RESISTANCE TO CHANGE 11-14 2.5 OVERCOMING RESTRAINING FORCES OF CHANGE (reshaping behavior) 15 2.6

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    Submitted: April 23, 2011 By: veerasweta
  • Motivation

    Motivation

    One of the most important factors that lead one to their goals is the drive. This drive is known as motivation. The term motivation can be described in many different formats and views, but according to Dr Stephen P. Robbins, this is the process that accounts for an individuals intensity, direction and persistence of effort toward attaining a goal. The term motivation is derived from the Latin word movere, meaning "to move." Another explanation of

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    Submitted: April 24, 2011 By: Kujawiak78
  • Consumer Motive

    Consumer Motive

    Consumer Motive According to Duncan, 2005, consumer motive is defined as "internal impulses that when simulated initiate some type of response." Consumers are continuously reacting to their internal impulses as well as the external environment. Since internal impulses and the external environment also interact, resulting in psychological motivations to fulfill needs and wants, Kim and Jin (2001) argue that consumer motives are known to be the drivers of behaviour that bring consumers to the retail

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    Submitted: April 24, 2011 By: Jennis
  • Adult Theory Eucation

    Adult Theory Eucation

    Abstract Our academic system has grown in reverse order. Subjects and teachers constitute the starting point, learners are secondary. In conventional education the learner is required to adjust themselves to an established curriculum. Too much of learning consists of substitution of someone else's experience and knowledge. Psychology teaches us that we learn what we do. Experience is the adult learner's living textbook. This article will examine accounting programs of a college and the adult education

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    Submitted: April 25, 2011 By: sheilab76
  • How I Survived Kidnapping from up Six Economic Theories

    How I Survived Kidnapping from up Six Economic Theories

    How I survived kidnapping from UP six economic theories By Robina Gokongwei-Pe UP School of Economics Sunday, May 25, 2008 (Editor's note: We stole this speech of Robina Gokongwei-Pe from the UP School of Economics website. Robina was the guest of honor during their Recognition Day last April 25.) Thank you very much, Prof. Dante Canlas, for your wonderful, wonderful introduction. Dean Emmanuel de Dios — Dean de Dios was my professor of international trade

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    Submitted: April 27, 2011 By: calvin1985
  • Game Theory in Business

    Game Theory in Business

    game theory in business is a very complicated one which is always hard to discribe here It was one of those beautiful June mornings when all of New York City seems solar-powered: bright, fast, and teeming with energy. I was walking down Sixth Avenue to the hotel where Ivan Seidenberg and I would hold the first official meeting of the management teams of Nynex and Bell Atlantic - the initial step in creating what we

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    Submitted: April 27, 2011 By: conan
  • Motivation Concepts Table

    Motivation Concepts Table

    Protein, carbohydrates, and lipids supply energy. Each contribute to the body's functions are essential needs for growth and development. Macronutrients are required by the body. Recorded Protein, Carbohydrates, and Lipids Intake Of all the foods recorded in my iProfile food journal for a 3-day assessment, proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids are examined. Protein aids in building muscle mass. Protein was obtained via the following food choices on the chart below: Item Name Protein (g) Chicken, Thigh,

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    Submitted: April 28, 2011 By: sonshine907
  • Suitability of the Various Types of Motivation for Virtual Teams

    Suitability of the Various Types of Motivation for Virtual Teams

    Major Research Project on Suitability of the various types of motivation for virtual teams Submitted to:- Prof. Sanjay Diddee Project Guide Assistant Professor Submitted by:- Vinod Kumar Jain PGDM-II Roll No. 22 -------------------------------------------------------------- Aravali Institute of Management Marwar Bhawan Polo 2, Poata Jodhpur-342006 Acknowledgment The topic on which I have done research work under Major research project for the completion of second year of PGDM at Aravali Institute of Management, Jodhpur is "Suitability of

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    Essay Length: 9,776 Words / 40 Pages
    Submitted: April 30, 2011 By: hitenbhandari111
  • Concept Comparison and Analysis Across Theories Paper

    Concept Comparison and Analysis Across Theories Paper

    Concept Comparison and Analysis across Theories The process of choosing a nursing model or theory to guide one's clinical practice, curriculum development or theoretical framework for research can be facilitated by analysis of and comparison of existing theories. The concept of care is a core concept common to many nursing theories. Caring is considered by many as one central feature within the metaparadigm concept of nursing knowledge and practices (Watson & Smith, 2002, p. 456).

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    Submitted: May 1, 2011 By:
  • Management Theory & Practice

    Management Theory & Practice

    Egypt social life he social system of Ancient Egypt is, of ancient civilisations, that of which the most is known. The ancient history of other countries is, as a rule, a record of wars, famines, conquests, invasions and other outstanding events. Records of how people lived and how society was governed and conducted are often matters of deduction rather than of knowledge. This is not the case with Ancient Egypt. Egyptologists are able to give

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    Submitted: May 3, 2011 By: imdpearl
  • Performance Related Pay and Motivation

    Performance Related Pay and Motivation

    This section presents a review of literature and current debates on effectiveness of Performance related Pay in employee motivation. In order to critically discuss and evaluate the impact of Performance-Related-Pay scheme on employee motivation it is essential to define the following two concepts at first. Concept of Motivation Philip Lewis (2007) defines motivation as an "internal and external factors that stimulate desire and energy in people to be continually interested in and committed to a

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    Submitted: May 4, 2011 By: Feruza
  • Strategies for Motivating Mary Kay Employees: Avoiding Negative Consequences When Implementing Changes to Employee Incentive Programs

    Strategies for Motivating Mary Kay Employees: Avoiding Negative Consequences When Implementing Changes to Employee Incentive Programs

    Strategies for Motivating Mary Kay Employees: Avoiding Negative Consequences When Implementing Changes to Employee Incentive Programs Gary W. Boettcher Sullivan University MGT 510 Executive Summary This proposal addresses the problems associated with the alarming growth rate of car incentive winners as a percentage of the total number of Mary Kay beauty consultants. Between 1986 and 1988, the number of awarded cars doubled, as did the cost of the incentive programs. Also, an increasing proportion

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    Submitted: May 4, 2011 By: gwboettcher
  • Some Selected Theories and Concept of Management

    Some Selected Theories and Concept of Management

    Term paper on "some selected theories and concept of management'' Course Title: Advanced Management Submitted to: Md Mosharraf Hossain Associate professor Department of Management studies Submitted by:Md Muntasir Rafy Roll:309-16-053 4/13/2011 Department of Management Studies University of Dhaka LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL 13, April 2011 Md.Mosharraf Hossain Associate Professor Department of Management Studies, Faculty of Business Studies, University of Dhaka Sub: Submission of Term Paper on ‘' some selected theories and concept of management'' Dear

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    Submitted: May 10, 2011 By: omar111
  • Social Theories Are Not Sociological Unless They Focus on Society as a Specific and Distinct Object of Study

    Social Theories Are Not Sociological Unless They Focus on Society as a Specific and Distinct Object of Study

    Social theories are not sociological unless they focus on society as a specific and distinct object of study Sociological theories are embedded and grounded in society. Society is the laboratory of sociologists where they carry out empirical inquiry to generate sociological knowledge. Basic premise of sociology is the Development of systematic knowledge about social life, way it is organized, the way it changes and the concern with social action and interaction. Social theory helps us

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    Submitted: May 14, 2011 By: charlyntawengwa
  • Cost of Production Theory of Value

    Cost of Production Theory of Value

    Cost-of-production theory of value In economics, the cost-of-production theory of value is the theory that the price of an object or condition is determined by the sum of the cost of the resources that went into making it. The cost can compose any of the factors of production (including labor, capital, or land) and taxation. The theory makes the most sense under assumptions of constant returns to scale and the existence of just one non-produced

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    Submitted: May 16, 2011 By: charmar
  • Michael Porter Theory Case Study

    Michael Porter Theory Case Study

    michael porter theory case study for any company in uk and it should be atleast 2000 word for me to take a learn about that company and support for michael porter theory . and define the michael porter theory case study for any company in uk and it should be atleast 2000 word for me to take a learn about that company and support for michael porter theory michael porter theory case study for any

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    Submitted: May 17, 2011 By: galivenu8183

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