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The Vietnam War and its Impact on American Culture, 2001.
In the following paper the writer examines some of the cultural involvement present during the Vietnam War.
2,660 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 6 sources, AU$ 127.95
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This essay discusses the Vietnam War not just as a war fought in Asia, but as a war fought in American as it related to cultural change. It was, in many ways, a cultural war that was coming for several years and only needed some powerful fuel to ignite radical changes. The essay concludes with the realization that the psychological impact left on the families and soldiers involved in Vietnam, was greater than anyone imagined.
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?The country was living in the lap of luxury, or more specifically in the lap of capitalism. America was proud, yet was also beginning to feel pressure concerning truly solid realities such as the inequality of the African American and women. The Vietnam War served to ignite many fires, changing the American culture in many ways.?
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The Impact of Language and Culture on Learning, 2008.
This paper examines the ramifications of language and culture on education.
1,024 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 9 sources, APA, AU$ 58.95
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The paper discusses the various strategies that school systems have employed to better integrate native languages and cultures into their curriculum. The paper emphasizes the need for educational systems to develop an integrated learning system which addresses the learning needs and styles of all students rather than just the majority culture.
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"The importance of understanding the impact that a student's native language and culture has on his or her ability to learn is critical in the success of the educational program the student is in. Zehler touches upon the importance and complexity of language and culture on educational success when she states that English language learners (ELL) have specific needs: "...they need to build their oral English skills. They also need to acquire reading and writing skills in English. And they must...maintain a learning continuum in the content areas (e.g., mathematics, science, and social studies)"(1994). Thus, educational programs and, indeed, systems must account for not simply for the ELL student's target language acquisition but the ELL student's entire curriculum base."
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Impact Of Culture, 2004.
A literary analysis on the effects of cultural norms.
1,808 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 102.95
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This paper analyzes how cultural norms affects society, government and science in the books "Bad Blood" and "Cigarette Wars". It also explores government experimentation on African Americans. The author discusses the moral issues involved.
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"Cultural norms have always played a predominant role in the workings of human societies. In today's empirical world where rationality is prized and the scientific method rules supreme the role that cultural norms can play in shaping both science and society can sometimes be overlooked. As Oliver Wendell Holmes once noted medicine professedly founded on observation is as sensitive to outside influence political, religious, philosophical, imaginative as is the barometer to the atmospheric density. ..."
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The Electronic Revolution and Its Impact on Western Culture, 2004.
Looks at the changes in society that are a result of the advances and inventions in electronic technology.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 74.95
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This paper explores the many ways in which electronic technologies, such as the telegraph, the television, radio, and the Internet have transformed our society and culture. The paper also discusses the famous aphorism, "the medium is the message", and how it accurately describes the media's influence on society.
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"Electronic technologies of the past and present have aroused mixed sentiments in people as we begin to notice that both their negative and positive impact on our culture. Television when it first appeared on the scene was seen as a harmless box that could cast limited influence on people. It was seen more as a medium of entertainment than anything else, but over the years we have realized that television wasn?t such a harmless box after all. It has had a serious impact on our culture and this brings us to the important concept of ?medium is the message? that explains how electronic revolutions affects our culture."
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The Impact of Cultural Variation on Human Rights, 2005.
This paper examines the opinion of writer W. Penn Handwerker on the issue of cultural variations impacting universal human rights.
837 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 47.95
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This paper analyzes W. Penn Handwerker's article "Universal Human Rights and the Problem of Unbounded Cultural Meanings." Handwerker contends that cultural variations impact on universal rights and that freedom from violence epitomizes the entire of concept of human rights. This paper details how Handwerker's views and opinions differ greatly from popular beliefs and theories such as that of anthropologist Gene Hammel, who argues that each culture is different because it chooses whichever identity is best for it. When "different" is equated with "best," asserts Hammel, the possibility of universal human rights is defeated. This paper examines the reasons Handwerker rejects the conclusions of various cultural anthropologists who argue that human rights are an unattainable ideal due to cultural differences.
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"In the first section of the article, "Violence as Meaning That Arises from Social Interaction," Handwerker argues that though there is sometimes biological expression of violence, "violence can only be expressed as a social act within specific social relationships" (p. 800), and the meaning of violence depends heavily upon the social context in which it takes place. And though violent behavior is oftentimes passed down to the next generation, a change in behavior can break the cycle. Handwerker's observations of people from West Africa to the West Indies to the United States have revealed to him that the subjects of violence (but not the instigators of it) generally use physical pain (as opposed to emotional pain) as the primary criterion of violence. And just as consistent as the definition of violence across the various cultures he studied were the reports of affection."
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The Impact of Capitalism on Cultures, 2002.
A discussion on and comparison of two articles: ?Cosmologies of Capitalism? by Sahlins and ?The Impact of Money on an African Subsistence Economy? by Bohannan.
1,610 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 84.95
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This paper discusses how non-Western cultures and trade-forms have been impacted by capitalism. The articles are reviewed in turn. The main arguments of each author are explored and the strengths and weaknesses of each article are evaluated. The ideas of each article are also compared with the views of other sociologists, highlighting commonalities and differences of opinion. The paper concludes with a summary of the main point in each of the articles.
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"In ?Cosmologies of Capitalism? Sahlins argues that the history of cultures outside of the Western culture have always been understood by applying Western values to them. Sahlins argues that for the impact of Western capitalism on non-Western culture to be understood, the changes need to be seen from the point of view of the other culture. This involves recognizing that capitalism has not put an end to all other cultural history. Instead, capitalism becomes incorporated into the history of other cultures."
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Impact on Cultural Change During Mergers and Acquisitions, 2008.
A look at the evolution of organizational development in businesses.
1,393 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 21 sources, APA, AU$ 74.95
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This paper deals with the issue of increasing employee productivity and views the evolution of organizational development (OD) from its earliest years to its much wider present state, ending with its ability or lack thereof to address today's specific issues. This paper conducts a systematic review of relevant literature on OD and develops a theoretical framework concerning how OD can relate to changes that occur with mergers and acquisitions and culture.
Outline:
Introduction
Problem Definition
Questions
Methodology
Limitations
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"However, if employees are dissatisfied with their work or the company itself, they will not perform to the best of their ability and knowledge product will decline. Such a situation often arises with mergers and acquisitions. Industry research finds that up to 80 percent of mergers and acquisitions fail to provide the expected shareholder return because of the impact on their people. A study conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management called "Making Mergers Work" concluded that organizations may proceed and do due diligence and analyze financial matters. However, it is instead the cultural and personnel issues that can mean the demise of a successful merger. The performance of the people is key."
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Culture's Impact on Economic Development, 2004.
Questions whether cultural values that are conducive to business are a cause or an outcome of economic development and whether their role has been exaggerated.
1,608 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 84.95
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This essay assesses two theoretical approaches (culturalist and culture-free perspective) on culture's impact on economic development and gives a sound response on whether the cultural issue has been exaggerated. Furthermore, this essay compares the economic development of growing Japan and declining Britain, in order to demonstrate the application of both views on real cases. The paper includes a table.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
Culture's Impact on Economic Development
Conclusion
Reference List
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"Lewis, Fitzgerald and Harvey (1996) particularly outline Neo-Confucianism's focus on savings and education to be the underlying cause of economic development. High rates of physical capital formation can be attributed to the Confucian values. "Savings are important to economic growth because they make investment possible, and investment is crucial to the upgrading of an economy over time" (Lewis, et al, 1996:65). Japanese competitive advantage of skilled labour is also the result of Confucianism's importance on education. "Most impressive perhaps is the fact that the expansion of enrolment in secondary schools and higher education in these countries over this time was higher than that of any other group of countries" (Lewis, et al, 1996:66)."
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On School Culture and its Impact on Leadership, 2008.
A discussion of the school culture in Canada.
4,814 words (approx. 19.3 pages), 20 sources, APA, AU$ 198.95
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This paper discusses school culture in Canada and its impact on leadership. The paper explains that a good deal now discussed on leadership and school cultures, as institutional cultures, arrives from the United States where newcomers face different social hazards and divisions. The paper suggests that by exploring a number of American sources that refer to a slightly different reality, can nonetheless offer ideas of usefulness to Canadian educators. The paper notes that, whereas it is often heard that the teaching profession suffers from low morale or that some schools seem beyond redemption, a model of developing leaders in school settings and leadership capacity for teachers has been a strong focus of American and also British studies in education of the last years.
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Introduction
The 'Culturally Proficient' School
On Leadership
Teachers as Leaders
Cultivating a School Culture of Diversity
American Examples - Schools that Learn
Back to School Culture
Conclusion
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"In some locations, there needs to be awareness of historical mistrust that may exist concerning members of one community vis-a-vis another, a factor appearing often in American materials with respect to a now long gap between 'white' Americans and those of African descent that may still be seen, in some corners, occupying two worlds apart. The most usual scenario reported in the United States involves all-Black schools where mainly non-Black teachers are natural authority figures and as this authority becomes entwined with other resentments imbedded in a culture obtained in the home or neighbourhood. The answer is not in seeing that teachers are Black or purple or green, but in discussing what a 'white' teacher may symbolize, the teacher perhaps volunteering what nameless African American youths in numbers can mean to non-Black persons alone."
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Cultural Impact on Politics, 2006.
This paper discusses how political action is influenced by cultural concerns.
4,868 words (approx. 19.5 pages), 12 sources, MLA, AU$ 199.95
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In this article, the writer explains that the form of the society shapes the way politics is pursued in that society and this occurs at several levels. The writer discusses that a social order can be matriarchal or patriarchal, which would represent how gender is manifested in political action. The form of government has an influence, with political action being different for a democracy as opposed to a more authoritative system. The writer discusses that the prevalent religion may affect politics, more so in a theocratic system than one that tries to separate politics and religion, though even in the latter case religion has an influence. The writer also discusses how leadership style affects politics, with some styles being more authoritative and so restrictive of political action, while others are more freewheeling and so encouraging to political action. Indeed, arguably the leadership style that is found in a society is one of the best indicators of what sort of politics the society will manifest, for a democratic leader emerges from a very different sort of political structure than a dictator. Different types of leadership and different social structures are considered in this paper as they impact politics.
Introduction
Gender
Group Dynamics
Cognitive and Moral Development
Psychological Development
Conclusion
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"Certainly, this colors the concept of politics by making the male the natural participant in politics and by denying that role to the female, a theme repeated in society after society. In our own society, for instance, women were treated as chattel and were not given the right to vote or even to participate in most commerce outside the home. Many see this as a universal situation, while others raise doubts. Harris considers the issue of whether male supremacy is universal. This question is at the heart of the gender-role shifts taking place in Western societies, with the view that the traditional social structure saw male supremacy as a given while contemporary Western society is at least questioning that idea if not becoming openly antithetical to it. Harris cautions that it is not possible to go from the statement that women are subordinate as regards political authority in most societies to the statement that women are subordinate in all respects in all societies."
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The Impact of Colonization on African Culture, 2002.
Study of the history of European colonization of Africa and the negative impact it has had on African culture and religion.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 4 sources, AU$ 114.95
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Since the fifteenth century, when explorers first began to discover Africa's wealth of natural resources, European nations conquered and colonized African territories. The imperialists exploited resources while putting little back into the country in terms of industrial development, health and educational facilities, or stable political systems. Believing their ways superior and fearing cultures and religions they did not understand, they brought missionaries to spread Christianity and rescue Africans from traditional beliefs they considered ignorant and superstitious. As a result of European intervention, with Africans forced to accept Westernization, much of the native religion and culture has been lost forever.
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Impact Of Myths On African Culture And Society, 2002.
Looks at the significance of myths in African culture, society and religion.
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This four-page undergraduate paper discusses the importance of mythology and folklores in the religion, social and cultural structure of the African continent. The African society is based on a tribal system, which is considered to be of immense importance, and these tribes follow the customs and traditions of their ancestors without questioning their validity.
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Culture and Global Marketing, 2005.
Discusses, with examples, the impact of culture on global marketing.
3,485 words (approx. 13.9 pages), 35 sources, APA, AU$ 158.95
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As the forces of globalization create a movement towards product standardization, cultural issues seem to continuously emerge. Several authors and researchers such as Hofstede, Hall and Trompenaar, whose main theories are explained in the paper, try to respond to these issues. However, large multinational enterprises (MNEs) seem to always fall into the trap and disregard concepts such as differentiation, localities, and adaptation. This essay identifies the impact of culture on global marketing by investigating the existing theories with the aid of examples of large-scale marketing decisions.
Table of Contents:
1.0 Origins of Culture and Impacts in Global Marketing
1.1 Political and Economic Forces
1.2 Technology
1.3 Geography
1.4 Social Institutions
2.0 Hofstede's Framework for Understanding Cultures
2.1 Individualism vs. Collectivism
2.2 Power Distance
2.3 Uncertainty Avoidance
2.4 Masculinity vs. Femininity
2.5 Long Term vs. Short Term Focus (Orientation)
3.0 Critical Evaluation of Hofstede's Framework
4.0 High/Low Context Cultures
5.0 Cross Cultural Negotiations and Communication
6.0 Environmental Sensitivity: Globalization, Localization and Adaptation in Marketing
7.0 Conclusion
Bibliography
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"Although important, the work of Hofstede can be- and has been- criticized in many ways. There are many weaknesses in his theory with the most important being the lack of subjectivity. The number of countries selected, as well as the number of people and the conditions under which they were interviewed, did not constitute a qualified sample for drawing sound conclusions, but merely gave a ?snap shot? of how some cultures could behave. Likewise, while the framework successfully categorizes the different sets of cultural values, it fails to explain which of these is the most influential for the formulation of culture. In many instances the framework seems quite vague."
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Rap Music and Pop Culture, 2007.
A look at the history of rap music and its impact on pop culture.
1,138 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 63.95
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Rap Music has a great effect on our pop culture and race today. In fact, since the music of Elvis, various forms of music have pushed the limits of tolerance and decency in pop culture. According to some critics, rap has done this to an extent that cannot be disregarded in terms of social standards. This paper reviews the rap music genre, while also taking into consideration the impact it has on pop culture. The paper asserts that, while it is true that some rap artists have broken rules and norms not only in their music, but also in their lifestyles, it is also true that other rap musicians attempt to use their art for social uplift in pop culture.
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"During the 1920s, urban street jive was a form of speech developed in Chicago ("Getting"). According to some historians, this is the tradition at the root of rap music as it exists today. In its current form, rap music emerged in New York City, courtesy of a Jamaican immigrant, Clive Campbell, or DJ Kool Herc, as he is also known. During the 1970's, Campbell developed this art form by mixing music from two records on two separate turntables. The beat created in this manner was accompanied by Campbell speaking to match the rhythm of the music. The first hit in this genre was created by the Sugarhill Gang in 1979, and entitled "Rappers Delight.""
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Globalization and Culture, 2007.
This paper explores the impact of globalization on culture assimilation.
2,734 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 130.95
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The paper attempts to analyze the implications of the Internet on the individual lives of people globally and the resulting impact on corporations. The paper explains that since businesses of all sizes and from all industries are striving to be more global than ever, this pushes individuals and cultures together in the pursuit of business strategies and initiatives. The paper explores globalization in Indian call centers and how the culture of the Schindler Elevator Company from Switzerland clashes with Indian ideas. The paper shows how westernization influences widely divergent cultures just as much as westernized nations fail in their attempts to accomplish business strategies in widely divergent cultures.
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Summary
Globalization of Business Forces an Entirely New Relationship Dynamic
Globalization in Indian Call Centers: Training to Talk Like a Westerner
Schindler's Swiss Precision Meets Indian Chaos: Exploring Cultural Bias
Key Findings on Globalization and Culture
Summary
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"The impact of the Internet on globalization is visible from the pervasiveness and visibility of brands globally to changes in the everyday lives of members of different cultures around the world. Globalization, while discussed as a business strategy, actually affects individuals far more often and with greater consequences than corporations. It could also be said that the collective experiences of individuals are what a corporation experiences from the context of globalization at a more macro socioeconomic level."
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Political Culture in the U.S.A., 2002.
A discussion of the social and economic impact of the political culture in America.
2,653 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 127.95
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This paper explores the political culture of the various ethnic and socio-economic groups in the U.S. and how participative they are in local and state governments. The writer believes that the social and economic status of a person or group of people has a bearing on their political power within the current American political system.
Contents:
The Factors of Political Culture
General Difference in Political Culture Between Native-Born and Immigrant Americans
Political Culture by Ethnic Background
Political Culture by Socio-Economic Background
Political Access: A Case Study: California
Conclusion
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"The culture of the politics of the United States of America is as diverse as the composition of its population. With a wide range of citizens from virtually every nation and culture around the world as well as myriads of citizens in different economic situations, one is likely to envision different viewpoints of politics from each of these groups. There are many reasons for the different viewpoints of politics. Firstly, the nature of the United States is for political freedom for all. People come to America from around the world to experience the freedoms granted by the Constitution to all citizens. Many arrive with certain premonitions of the nation that play a role in their political viewpoints and stances. Often, these viewpoints about the United States and its politics are widespread among the group and often specifically taught to the young."
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