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Nostradamus? Predictions, 2002.
Analyzes Nostradamus' predictions and theories.
2,820 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 9 sources, AU$ 120.95
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This paper presents an argument that the predictions made by Nostradamus were correct. The writer of this paper takes the reader on a journey in which the predictions and their accuracy are explored along with a history of the predictions themselves.
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"Predictions of the future are a huge market. Former first lady Nancy Reagan was said to trust an astrologist with her future, many actors and actresses have used the powers of a spiritual guide or a psychic to plan their careers, and there are many 900 numbers now available to have tarot readings done right over the phone. Gypsies make a killing telling fortunes and those who claim to have Esp. are quickly exalted to celebrity status, but how much of it is true and how much is fake? It is a question that each person has to answer in his or her own heart of hearts. There have been many fads that have come and gone throughout the years. People who believe that the predictor is valid often depend on that person to guide them in their life decisions. There is something comforting to them to know what is going to happen down the road so that they can avoid a problem. "
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Media Predictions, 2005.
This paper discusses 1937 predictions regarding the television industry.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 57.95
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In this paper, the writer examines how 1937 predictions regarding television turned out in reality. The writer uses a 1937 business article to examine its predictions. The writer provides a brief history of the telecommunications technology. The AT&T and inventor Philo Farnsworth legal case regarding patents is also discussed in this article.
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"The purpose of this research is to examine a business article written in 1937 with a view toward evaluating the credence and prescience of its predictions regarding the development of the television industry. The plan of the research will be to set forth the salient points of the article and then to compare its predictive content with what actually happened in the years following. The ubiquitous nature of television in the modern period makes it difficult to consider that telecommunications technology is less than ... "
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Past Predictions For The Future, 1999.
Describes how past predictions have not come to pass in the world of technology, focusing on the film "2001", Nicholas Negroponte's book "Being Digital" and the role of internet in the Monica Lewinsky scandal.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, AU$ 68.95
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The future, if one is to judge it in the terms portrayed thirty years ago in the film "2001: A Space Odyssey," has been something of a bust. The film's creators, Stanley Kubrick and Arthur C. Clarke evidently took it for granted that 2001, commercial airlines (in fact, the now-vanished Pan Am) would be offering regularly scheduled flights to orbit, where passengers would disembark into a space station complete with a hotel coffee shop. From the space station, connecting flights would be available to well-established moon bases, and preparations would be underway to send a manned spaceship (no women aboard!) to the moons of Jupiter.
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"The future, if one is to judge it in the terms portrayed thirty years ago in the film "2001: A Space Odyssey," has been something of a bust. The film's creators, Stanley Kubrick and Arthur C. Clarke evidently took it for granted that 2001, commercial airlines (in fact, the now-vanished Pan Am) would be offering regularly scheduled flights to orbit, where passengers would disembark into a space station complete with a hotel coffee shop. From the space station, connecting flights would be available to well-established moon bases, and preparations would be underway to send a manned spaceship (no women aboard!) to the moons of Jupiter. To viewer of the film in 1968, all of this surely seemed plausible, even likely.
The year 2001 is nearly at hand, but almost none of the film's advances has come to pass. The commercial shuttle in the ..."
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Stock Price Predictions, 1999.
Compares Markowitz efficient frontier model & Sharpe single-index frontier, using capital assets pricing model. Includes a table.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 8 sources, AU$ 126.95
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"COMPARING THE MARKOWITZ EFFICIENT FRONTIER & THE SHARPE SINGLE-INDEX FRONTIER
Summary of the Problem
This research compares the Markowitz efficient frontier model with the Sharpe single-index frontier, or Sharpe ratio, computed using the capital assets pricing model (CAPM). A procedure which permits an accurate and timely prediction of common stock prices has been sought by scores of academicians, economists, financial analysts, investors, and stock brokers since the inception of equity stock markets.
Markowitz Efficient Frontier Model
Robinson, and Wrightsman (1994), credit Markowitz with the introduction of portfolio-selection theory. Reilly (1994) stated that ?prior to the work of Markowitz, it was commonly.."
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Huxley's Predictions of Societal Flaws, 2002.
Looks at the today's societal problems and compares them with those described in the novel, "A Brave New World".
1,580 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 74.95
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This paper discusses how today's society has much in common with the society that Huxley describes in "A Brave New World" and how there are only two basic paths for people to take.
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"People in America in the 21st century are very similar to citizens of the world state in " A Brave New World" in the matter of their personal time and what occupies it. Not as much that we do things to distract us, but our popularity is based upon how full our day is. At a very young age, children are encouraged to join as many sports teams as possible. This gives them a chance to find what they like in life and meet many people outside of school, and because their parents did it, and gives the parents a chance to socialize, but it also packs the schedule of these young Americans. Early in their career, they usually practice one to three nights a week. They also go to school 5 days a week, and spend a little time with their friends. The remaining time is spent watching TV or spending time with family. This isn?t that bad. Soon, as they are getting older, they even drop a sport or activity, but devote this time to homework."
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Communication on the Internet, 2002.
A discussion of Marshall McLuhan's 1959 book "Understanding Media" as predicting electronic communications and the Internet.
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Discusses Marshall McLuhan's 1959 book UNDERSTANDING MEDIA as predicting electronic communications and the Internet. Interactive computing; access to its various forms. McLuhan's theories regarding "cool" and "hot" technologices and their relationships. Internet as a prime example of incorporating existing media with a new way to access it. How communication on the Internet is accomplished; transmission of files.
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"When Marshall McLuhan wrote his book on electronic communication, Understanding Media (1959), he envisioned technological changes supplanting existing media with new media that would incorporate old media an alter the social structure at the same time. He traced such changes through history and showed how they had taken place many times before, with new technologies arriving that incorporated older ones. The new technologies he called "hot," and the old ones "cool." The Internet did not exist when McLuhan wrote this book, but he seems to be predicting just the sort of change that the Internet is bringing.
Interactive computing is found on the Internet, a loose agglomeration of computing networks that enables the user to access vast amounts of information from sources all over the..."
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Introduction of New Media, 2006.
A discussion regarding 'in with new media and out with the old.'
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 89.95
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This paper takes off from the recent dot com boom and bust to ask questions about the introduction of new media The paper notes that the experience with the dot coms showed results that differed from the development of other media earlier in the century. The experience with cinema, radio and television in North America showed that the new media is developed along more rational lines and that a hint of irrationality was shown toward the fate of old media for in each case it was predicted that the old media would disappear and be replaced by the new.
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"The business of the mass media has developed beginning in the nineteenth century and accelerating along with increased competition through the twentieth century. In the 1990s, a period of "dot.com" excitement created a market boom followed by a market crash among Internet-based high tech industries. This event was one of the prime examples of what then-Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan called "irrational exuberance" as anything attached to the Internet was seen as the next big thing and so as ripe for successful investment."
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Logical Fallacies in the Media, 2006.
An understanding of logical fallacies by finding four logical fallacies of two types in the media.
810 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 9 sources, MLA, AU$ 41.95
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This paper demonstrates techniques that exist in the media that present facts and events that cause those viewing or listening to the media to respond in predictable ways. The paper reports how these 'logical fallacies' are very effective techniques for drawing forth the desired response from news media observers.
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Objective
Introduction
I. Argumentum Ad Populum
II. Argumentum Ad Misericordiam
III. The Anonymous Authority
Summary and Conclusion
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"Argumentum Ad Populum refers to that which is a commonly held belief. One example of this is the supposed fact, as touted by news media and the present Washington Administration that the country of Iraq had 'weapons of mass destruction' which where a threat to the national security and safety of the United States. In fact an entire war was based on these 'weapons of mass destruction' which have been found to most definitely 'not' exist. This use of the technique of 'Argumentum Ad Populum' has been used in the past by the government but not to this great extent or to the cost in terms of lives that these logical fallacies perpetrated. "
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Marshall McLuhan and the Media, 2006.
This paper examines the views and opinions of author Marshall McLuhan regarding the modern media and its impact on humanity.
1,553 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 9 sources, MLA, AU$ 73.95
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This paper analyzes the predictions and views of media guru Marshall McLuhan, who argued that all forms of media exert a compelling influence on humanity and society and not necessarily for the benefit of man. In one of his more well-known books, "The Medium is the Massage," McLuhan contends that people consume both medium and message as a total experience. The writer of this paper details the rapidly advancing technologies of the 21st century while examining their impact on humanity and society. This paper discusses the views of McLuhan, one of the founders of media ecology, who voiced his concerns that the media, especially television, brought the brutalities of war into our living rooms, while making the viewer numb to the negative happenings of the world. The author had many strong opinions regarding modern forms of media and communication, such as the telephone. McLuhan was concerned that phones made it possible for people to talk with one another without actually being together. This paper also delves into the various predictions and concerns McLuhan had regarding the emergence of electronic media, in which the author often stated that man's dependence on electronic forms of media would eventually spell the end of humanity as it it now known.
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"Of more concern, technology continues to expand the gap between the haves and have-nots. According to the International Telecommunication Union, 90 percent of Internet users come from industrialized countries and only 25 percent of people in developing countries have Internet access. A computer in Bangladesh costs eight years the country's annual salary. Similarly, in the United States, for example, technology, especially the Internet, is a class issue. Compare the number of the technology budget and wired PCs and laptops in the suburbs to that of the inner-cities and other poorer areas of the country. Information is power, and the power is located in similar pockets as the money."
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Prediction Markets, 2008.
This paper explores the differences between prediction markets and supply and demand models.
1,771 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 6 sources, APA, AU$ 83.95
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The paper examines prediction markets and prediction market characteristics in order to compare them to supply and demand concepts in terms of market forecasting. The paper discusses monopolistic markets in order to better develop the comparison between prediction markets and traditional supply and demand models. The paper concludes by explaining how prediction markets have certain inherent characteristics that make them attractive as alternatives to traditional macroeconomic theory.
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Background Context
Reflection on Standard Supply & Demand
Discussion & Conclusions
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"Prediction markets are a fairly novel concept that has been borne out of the new economy but, in one respect or another, they have existed in some fashion throughout history. Prediction markets are sometimes known as information markets, idea markets or concept futures, or even event futures and are based on open markets wherein market participants trade in contracts that are valued according to the likelihood of future events (Ho & Chen, 2007). Currently, the most predominantly recognized prediction markets relate to general elections where traders market contracts that pay a certain amount if a given candidate wins or loses. However, a prediction market can be developed in relation to any commodity or financial device."
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Media Manipulation, 2006.
A review of media manipulation, focusing on the various methods of manipulation.
2,145 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 97.95
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This paper reviews and reports the opinions of experts and journalists who have analyzed the issue of media manipulation of the news. This is not a paper that is predicting a "big brother" conspiracy that is trying to take over America or brainwash all the TV-watching, Internet surfing and newspaper-reading citizens. But there are many issues that the average American should be aware of when trying to read, hear, watch and digest "news" as presented by the media today, and this paper addresses those concerns.
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"It's very clear from reading through research material on today's media that most Americans get their evening news through half-hour TV programs specializing in dramatic, entertaining video and "sound bites" from politicians, entertainers, and the "man in the street."
Those news shows - from cable, local, and network productions - are often more concerned with ratings (which drive the profitability of television) than with full coverage. That is not a positive trend in American life, and this paper addresses that dynamic as well.
The significance of media manipulation can be seen even more dramatically with a look back at the way television journalism was presented to the public in the recent past. Reporters had guts, and went after government; that is depicted in a new movie, "Good Night and Good Luck," written and directed by actor George Clooney. The movie features the professional life of former CBS television interviewer, Edward R. Murrow, who boldly took on U.S. Senator Joe McCarthy at a time when McCarthy was attacking many well-known people with baseless accusations that they were "communists." An article in the Los Angeles Times (Goldstein, 2005) refers to Murrow as "a real hero" who, like other journalists in his era, "once pursued greatness, not just ratings and ad linage."
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Predicting Violent Behavior, 1999.
Examines technical research into the nature and causes of domestic and workplace violence and the possibility of predicting it. Discusses at-risk population and variables used for predicting (age, church attendance, education and sexuality). Includes tabl
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Aggressive and violent behavior has become an increasing concern in American society over the past two decades. Violent behavior is a serious problem both in homes and in the work place.
There is an epidemic of family violence in the United States. Victims include women, children, and the elderly. Approximately two million women are assaulted annually, and husbands or partners kill one-third of the female murder victims every year (Arbetter, 1995
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"VIOLENT BEHAVIOR RISK: A PREDICTIVE ANALYSIS
Introduction
Aggressive and violent behavior has become an increasing concern in American society over the past two decades. Violent behavior is a serious problem both in homes and in the work place.
There is an epidemic of family violence in the United States. Victims include women, children, and the elderly. Approximately two million women are assaulted annually, and husbands or partners kill one-third of the female murder victims every year (Arbetter, 1995).
The American Medical Association reported that one in three women will be assaulted by a domestic partner in her lifetime?four million in any given year. Of the 5,745 women murdered in 1991, as a ..."
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Interest Rate Prediction, 2000.
The development of a model for prediction of the rate on a 90-day U.S. Treasury bill and 90-day certificate of deposit, using Keynesian and loanable funds approaches. Tables & Charts.
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Models are developed to predict two interest rates. The default-free money market security for which a model will be developed to predict the interest rate is the 90-day United States Treasury Bill. The capital market security which is characterized by some degree of risk for which a model will be developed to predict the interest rate is a 90-day certificate of deposit issued by a financial institution.
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"Interest Rate Prediction
Introduction
Models are developed to predict two interest rates. The default-free money market security for which a model will be developed to predict the interest rate is the 90-day United States Treasury Bill. The capital market security which is characterized by some degree of risk for which a model will be developed to predict the interest rate is a 90-day certificate of deposit issued by a financial institution.
Keynes held that the rate of interest is determined, instead, by the intersection of the supply of money and the demand for money. Instead of time preference, which is involved in the classical economic theory of interest, the Keynesian theory of interest is concerned with liquidity preference. The liquidity preference..."
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Predictive Maintenance of HVAC Systems, 2006.
An analysis of predictive maintenance on heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) Systems.
1,470 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 70.95
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This paper takes a look at the importance of predictive maintenance, otherwise known as condition monitoring, on HVAC systems. The paper focuses on chillers and cooling water circulation pumps and motors. The paper discusses how in the past, conventional maintenance approaches frequently resulted in equipment downtime as the result of faulty preventative maintenance systems; equipment would experience repeated failures due to over-capacity or design flaws that were not identified prior to being placed into operation.
Outline:
Background and Overview
Predictive Maintenance (Condition Monitoring) of HVAC Systems
Chillers and Cooling Water Circulation Pumps and Motors
Summary
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"The need to identify better maintenance techniques is also congruent with the observation by Frendedall and his colleagues that, "Over the past decade there has been increased recognition that in a world class organization, maintenance is not a separate, isolated function that makes repairs and performs assorted activities as needed. Rather, maintenance is a full partner striving together with the other functions to achieve the firm's strategic goals." In the past, conventional maintenance approaches frequently resulted in equipment downtime as the result of faulty preventative maintenance systems; equipment would experience repeated failures due to over-capacity or design flaws that were not identified prior to being placed into operation. According to Thatcher, "In each case, the fix is a relatively simple one. Once discovered, however, the cost to replace or repair it can have a major impact on the organization's ability to continue to produce." The reference to "strategic" is a common theme in the scholarly literature concerning appropriate predictive maintenance regimens, and these issues are discussed further below."
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Predicting Job Performance, 2006.
This paper examines the methods and strategies used in predicting future job performance.
2,970 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 126.95
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This paper explores the information that a selection specialist uses to predict future job performance which can be obtained from several different types of methods including application forms, interviews and tests. The writer of this paper details how a comprehensive selection process gives a more reliable and valid measure of a person's future potential job performance. For example, the cognitive test is comprehensive because the interviewee can demonstrate interpersonal skills while the personality test gives a picture of the more static traits that can either positively or negatively relate to job performance.
Topics covered in this report include:
Identification
Interviews
Summary of Interviews
Types of Interviews
Tips
Types of Personality Tests
Job Analysis
A Rational for Usages
How the Device or Devices Will Be Used in the Selection Process
List of Resources Cited
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"Designed to measure the ability to make rapid and precise movements with the hands and fingers. Also measures, according to the authors, the temperamental willingness to perform highly repetitive, routine, and monotonous work. The test taker is to put a pencil dot in as many circles as he or she can in five minutes, without letting the dots touch the sides of the small circles."
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Predicting Tornadoes, 2002.
An examination of the process of predicting tornadoes.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 51.95
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This paper examines and analyzes the process of predicting tornadoes. The use of technologies such as Doppler radar and Optical Transient Detectors is discussed, as are meteorological indicators of tornado formation in supercell storms.
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