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Minorities in Film and Television, 2006.
This paper discusses the role of minorities in front of as well as behind the cameras in Hollywood's film and television industries.
1,967 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 6 sources, APA, AU$ 91.95
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This paper addresses the lack of positive role models of various ethnic minorities in both the film and television industries. While the writer of this paper notes that there are more African-Americans working in TV news as it seems to be one field where color and race have made a far greater impact in hiring practices, there is still much work to be done in the positive portrayal of different ethnicities in both film and TV. This paper also explores the careers of past and present professionals who have made great strides in promoting themselves as positive ethnic role models.
Topics covered in this report include:
Introduction
Hispanics
African-Americans
Asians
Native Americans
Summary and Conclusion
Works Referenced
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"This brings up the issue of whether the portrayals of African-Americans in films and on TV should only be handled by black directors and writers. It seems that there is a vast difference of opinion, with some citing the old Cosby Show as one preaching family values to every ethnic group, while the comedies "What's Happening?" and" Good Times" became the precursors of the black comedies on WB and Fox networks today. Some critics feel the new shows, and such programs as the "Wayans Brothers" and the "Martin Lawrence Show" are basically anti-white humor, just as stereotypical in their way as the old Step'n'Fetchit anti-black humor was in the Thirties and Forties."
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Gender and Communications, 2006.
This essay discusses the matter of gender and communication in intimate situations, from the writer's personal point of view.
3,836 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 2 sources, APA, AU$ 154.95
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The writer examines in personal details her views and opinions on gender and communication. The writer explores family relationships as well as the marked differences in intimate communications between friends and family members and the ins and outs of communicating via the internet. The writer of this paper finds that in researching this particular topic, nearly all gender communications bibliographic information was found to be issue specific, resulting in the writer using her own personal experiences as a main source of reference.
Topics covered in this paper include:
Introduction and Thesis
Communications Within the Family Background and Family Structure
Areas of Communications Between Genders
The Mechanics of Intimate Gender Communications
Intimate Communications and Friendship
The Internet Trap
Conclusions on Intimate Communication
Bibliography
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"Another area where both genders get into difficulties on the Internet using the World Wide Web are in the "romance or love or lifestyles" sections of many of the major search engines. Here they can categorize themselves as to whatever it is they are looking for and through instant messaging, e-mail or chat-rooms can actually converse with a party on the other end ostensibly searching for the same as you. Be very wary of what information one gives if the urge is overwhelming to use this form of communication for intimacy.
There have been rapes; murders, serial killings and stalking of every manner one can imagine connected with these areas."
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Cameras in the Courtroom, 2005.
This paper discusses the issue of cameras in the courtroom as part of the relationship of the press with the courts.
4,010 words (approx. 16.0 pages), 11 sources, MLA, AU$ 158.95
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This paper explains that the press has long argued for the right to bring cameras into the courtroom arguing that (1) freedom of speech and the press is guaranteed by the First Amendment to the Constitution and that, (2) in a truly free society, the public has a right to know what goes on inside a courtroom. However, the courts claim that the use of cameras in a court room could influence public sentiment about a trial, which, in turn, might influence the jury. The author reviews court rulings of the Lindbergh kidnapping case, "Rideau vs. the State of Louisiana", "Billie Sol Estes vs. State of Texas", "Nixon vs. Warner Communications", "United States vs. Mitchell", O. J. Simpson cases and the Clinton-Lewinsky fiasco, regarding the use of cameras in these court rooms, the decisions strengthening these rulings and the current opinions of the courts. The paper concludes that the press and the courts are dependent upon each other; if there were no freedom of the press, there would be no one to make sure a defendant received a fair trial. Several long quotes.
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"The issue of cameras in the courtroom popped up again in the fiasco between President Clinton and Monica Lewinsky. The defense sought to use illegally tapped telephone conversations against the President. In this case, the Court ruled the public right to know outweighed the President's right to privacy. President Clinton's testimony was broadcast on TV in front of millions of viewers, but the President came out looking like the winner. The prosecutor Kenneth Starr wanted to expose Clinton on television, but failed, "Instead, the camera captured a controlled and confident Clinton telling his side of the story in detail for the first time. He rebutted much of the legal case against him and launched a counterattack on the four-year, $40-million prosecution as unfair and politically driven.""
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Trans-coding, 2006.
A study of Manovich's "The Language of New Media", which deals with the concept of trans-coding.
1,733 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 82.95
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This paper gives a very technical discussion of the book "The Language of New Media". The author explores the concept of trans-coding and presents it in terms of culture, media presentation and the prominence of computer science.
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"In terms of the computer layer, there has been an evolution in order to support the new functions of the computer in its support of the cultural layer. Manovich identifies the algorithm-data structure dichotomy. Hypermedia involves the separation of algorithm and data structure in computer programming. The cultural effect on hypermedia is then the separation of data from the navigational structure. The modular structure of the new media thus parallels the modular structure of computer programming. In this way even components of programming are effects of deeper-level computer data sets to simplify the programming process for the computer user. Programming components are presented in an understandable fashion to create effects decoded by the deeper structure, which is separate from the navigational structure. Interactivity thus becomes open and simple to use for any computer user, regardless of educational level."
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Media Coverage of Health Issues, 2006.
A discussion of how the media helps address problems in the health industry - focusing on the high death rate following medical errors.
914 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 47.95
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This paper examines how the media helps to publicize problems in the medical field and how it can help solve problems related to this field. The paper focuses on a series of reports regarding the high death rate resulting from medical errors by health services providers.
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"In December of 1999, the Institute of Medicine released a report stating that as many as 98,000 people die each year because of medical errors. Lonnie Bristow, MD, a past president of the American Medical Association, served on the committee that wrote the report. The document, "To Err is Human: Building a Safer Health System", says that medical error is the eighth leading cause of death in the United States, taking more lives than motor vehicle accidents and breast cancer combined."
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Martin Luther King?s Speech ?I Have a Dream?, 2006.
This paper is a rhetorical situational analysis of Martin Luther King's speech "I Have a Dream".
970 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 0 sources, AU$ 50.95
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This paper defines Martin Luther King's speech "I Have a Dream" as a rhetorical situation because it definitely amplifies the nature of the situation by providing a formal definition and examination of its constituent parts. The author points out that a rhetorical situation requires that the discourse move the audience to produce change; King's discourse produced change by influencing the decisions and actions of the persons who function as mediators of change. The paper states that the reaction to King's discourse has been quite possibly the most far reaching response in the history of not delineated within the confines of religion.
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"Some of the Rhetorical Situational discourse displayed in the King speech has several recognizable characteristics or features. For example, rhetorical discourse is called into existence by situation when the situation which the rhetoric perceives amounts to an invitation to create and present discourse. The clearest possible evidence of this is present in the case of the King speech and within the presentment of his discourse. The strongest and clearest instances of rhetorical speaking and writing are strong invited - yea, often demanded as in the case at hand. The Civil Rights movement had begun to slow as many involved were just plainly being worn down by the constant and unrelenting forces against them."
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Television, 2006.
Discusses the power and influence that television possesses.
903 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 47.95
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This essay discusses the power that television has over our lives and its ability to influence our thoughts and opinions. The paper points out that, while television can be a window to the world and can educate and inform, that view of the world is controlled by a few media giants and that the Internet, therefore, provides higher quality content and better access to differing opinions.
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"Few would dispute the hold television has over our lives. It informs by reporting the news, it warns by advising of health risks, it entertains during prime time, and - in some instances - even teaches, through Sesame Street, the History Channel and other specialty channels designed to educate. But most importantly, television shapes and molds the mind of virtually every citizen, young or old, rich or poor, simple or sophisticated. Mass media forms our image of the world and tells us what to make of that image. Mass media chooses what news is covered, which items are emphasized and which are played down, the reporter's choice of words, tone of voice and facial expressions tell us what to think, and the headlines and illustrations are designed for the same. Each of these things subliminally and profoundly affect our interpretation of what we see, hear and understand about the world around us. Television plays an important role in society because of its influence. Its prevalence in over 96% of American households ensures that television will continue to play an important role in our lives."
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Media Stereotype of Black Americans, 2005.
This paper discusses the negative stereotypes of Black Americans in the media especially television and films.
2,345 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 106.95
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This paper explains that, if people do not have exposure to a variety of individuals from different races and cultures on a daily or frequent basis, the media then becomes their primary source of stereotypes from which to form judgments of various ethnic groups. It points out that unfortunately, culture and class stereotypes are still prevalent in the media today, especially with regard to African-Americans. The author points out many specific examples in film, television shows and crime-related television news stories where Black Americans are being portrayed as violent, ignorant and racist more often than White Americans. The paper stresses that Americans will never learn to respect each other as long as one race is glorified at the expense of another race; therefore, all consumers, minority and "majority", should make an economic statement about better quality programming by applying pressure on sponsors.
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"The issue of the black coach goes far deeper than wins and losses on the football field. Owners have demonstrated all too often that the bottom line is not the number in the win column. Reasons provided for not hiring more black coaches range from not knowing the person, to not wanting a person of color in charge. Owners and general managers know who is in charge, and they demonstrate a belief that they can achieve their objectives with those who share a common ground. The bottom line is that it's inexcusable for a disproportionate representation of black coaches in both collegiate and professional sports, where there is such a high representation of participants."
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Birth Order and Sibling Relationships, 2006.
A look at how a child's place in the family influences its relationship with its siblings.
2,722 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 119.95
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This paper examines how a child's birth order determines the expectations placed upon him or her by the parents and how these expectations, or lack thereof, impact the relationship that siblings have with one and other. It also looks at how studies of blended, or "step" families, as well as sibling groups separated by the foster care system, underscore how birth order effects the relationship individuals have with their siblings under circumstances that are less than ideal.
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"In families that do remain intact and non-dysfunctional, the parents' treatment of their offspring due to birth order, impacts not only the self-image of the individual child, but the manner by which they relate to their siblings. Parents often encourage competition and comparisons among siblings, with the misperception that encourages their children to work harder and become more successful. This has proved time and time again not to be the case. Siblings have been shown to avoid active participation in activities in which another sibling does well, especially if they are close in age."
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Voice Recognition Technology, 2006.
An examination of voice recognition technology and its uses.
3,000 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 129.95
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This paper attempts to explain voice recognition technology by describing the components of a voice recognition system and by explaining what the functions of a computer with speech capabilities are supposed to be. The paper explains that the goal of voice recognition technology is to have effective speech communication that is hands free, allowing the user to use a computer without a keyboard. Furthermore, the paper also looks at the disadvantages of voice recognition technology, the future of the technology in business and voice recognition technology developments in the future.
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"Computer science is continually changing and growing, with new technologies being added to it on a regular basis. There are also some technologies that have been on board for many years, but have not been a high priority on the development front. Voice recognition is one technology that has been in use for many years, but on a limited basis. As the end of the 20th century approaches, voice recognition is now a technology that is seen as a promising and exciting useful tool for computer science. Voice technology is a valuable tool for individuals as a time saver, a necessary tool for the disabled, and has several practical uses in business."
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Communication, 2005.
This paper discusses the importance of communication in building personal relationships.
1,065 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 55.95
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This paper explains that talking is by far the most used form of communication, yet writing has been found to be a more insightful communication mode. The author points out that the secrets to a strong relationship are talking, listening and dialogueing. The paper suggests that because of the large influence communication has on relationships, it is vital that individuals connect with their internal emotions and communication methods so that fallacies in communication can be ascertained and corrected.
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"In order for a relationship to be successful, a sense of trust and mutuality must be established. Each individual trades aspects of himself or herself with the other person. If this trust is validated and reciprocated, the relationship deepens. My relationship did not form this trust basis and remained superficial. We were both at an age where we were easily influenced by our families and friends and still rather shy about letting anyone into our inner worlds. Yet these inner worlds are where our true selves reside. It is within where a relationship lives and is nurtured. If one individual or the other cannot open up their internal world and share it with the other individual, the relationship will remain superficial and not be successful beyond the acquaintance stage. Although writing about relationships and the feelings they invoke can be a journey of self-awareness, it is the oral communication that makes or breaks a relationship."
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Communication Skills, 2006.
An analysis of communication skills required by the computer programmer.
1,020 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 53.95
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This paper analyzes the communication skills that are necessary to be a computer programmer, with the goal of discovering the best methods of communication in the occupation. This paper explains that because computer programmers generally work in an office setting, inter-personal communication skills are essential. Uses a case study of a specific programmer.
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"Chris Allan is a computer programmer for a small software company that specializes in computer programs for the handicapped. Chris normally has no contact with the company's customers, who have disabilities such as poor eyesight or hearing. They are the main audiences of his work, but he is also accountable to his fellow programmers and his supervising director. Chris's job involves communication with the projects planner, collaboration with other programmers, and occasionally presenting completed projects to his supervising director. On the job, Chris must be creative and outgoing as well as critical and polite."
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Single Moms on TV, 2005.
Examines the portrayal of single mothers in television programs.
1,581 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 9 sources, MLA, AU$ 75.95
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The first major argument about single moms on TV was made by then-Vice President Dan Quayle who complained in a speech about the morality of "Murphy Brown" having a baby out of wedlock and raising it without a father. This paper shows that times have definitely changed since then, with more and more single mothers being portrayed in the American media as the norm. The paper mentions celebrities such as Reba McEntire and Shar Jackson and examines the public's perception of these women.
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"Famous country music star, Reba McEntire, also stars in a self-titled sitcom as a single mom, divorced, raising three children, a son-in-law and a granddaughter. Obviously, with her audience appeal to a mostly conservative "country" audience, the acceptance of a single mom- even as a comedy series- takes on more meaning. Single moms, in other words, are no longer anathema, or struggling frustrated widows, sacrificing all for their families. They are real-life, next-door neighbors and are therefore accepted as "belonging" to mainstream America., Quite a change from just a generation or two ago, when the norm for a "family" was "Ozzie and Harriet and "Leave it to Beaver", or the mix-n-match family of "The Brady Bunch.""
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The Impact of Advertising and Persuasion, 2006.
A look at the persuasive impact of advertising upon American culture.
2,313 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 104.95
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This paper takes a look at how advertising has affected American culture since its inception. It gives background information on advertising in the early days of America and looks at how advertising has changed over time, making its impact even greater today and more harmful to society.
Outline
Thesis Statement
Early American Impacts of Persuasion
The Middle Years
Culture from 1950 Forward
Conclusions
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"Given neither the fact that advertising is nothing more nor nothing less than the practice of persuasion it therefore becomes important to know the impact of this persuasion upon culture as we define it today. Advertising can be traced back to well beyond 5,000 BCE and has impacted civilizations - and thus cultures - in almost too many manners to account for properly. Therefore within our scope here we shall limit the persuasive impacts of advertising upon our American culture a fairly limited period of just over 225 years."
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The Influence of Mass Media on Political Decisions, 2006.
Examines the role that the mass media has on the general public's decision to vote.
2,197 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 10 sources, MLA, AU$ 100.95
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This paper examines mass media coverage of election campaigns and, in particular, Presidential election campaigns and looks at the influence the mass media has on voters' decisions. The paper contends that, when it comes to election campaigns, presidential candidates concentrate their mass media efforts on assuring that members of their party get out and vote, on trying to get members of an opposing party to switch to the candidate of the other party and on trying to capture the independent voter.
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"We will examine two political decisions in America- the decision to run for office, namely the Presidency, and- connected to that decision, the decision to vote by the general public. In both cases, the mass media- especially television, holds the key. The mass media today contradict the notion that America is a nation of free, and independent thinkers. It is unfortunately true that 250+ million Americans are, for the most part, not only uninterested, but uniformed about the democratic processes that their ancestors fought and died to preserve. Rather than keeping up with current events, especially now in an election year, at best people tune in for 30-second sound bites on the nightly news (whose ratings are slipping year after year). The fault- for the most part- may lie with the media."
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MTV, 2006.
A look at music television (MTV) and its influence on the music industry.
1,142 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 57.95
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This paper takes a look at the role that MTV has played in exposing new recording acts and selling records. It analyzes the degree to which MTV influences whether a song will become a hit and compares this influence with other influencing factors.
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"As the 1980s drew to a close, the broadcast and print media offered an abundance of retrospectives that retraced the past ten years. In the area of popular music, the 1980s have been identified as a decade of much change: black artists and music, hard rock/heavy metal music, and female artists all having significant impact on the music charts (Grein). Apart from who was making the music in the 1980s, another significant change during the decade was how popular music was presented to its audience. Music video became a phenomenon."
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