...Introduction Signing up for college is new and exciting for anyone who is planning to attend. There is a lot of decisions to make regarding what college to attend, what degree to strive for and in the technical world of today, a student needs to decide if the online structure will work for them. Proverbs 1:5 says “Let the wise listen and add to their learning and let the discerning get guidance” (NIV). Knowledge is power and I believe God wants us to pray and search for information about the college we are supposed to attend and most importantly if we are able to attend online. Ecclesiastes 10:10 states, “If the ax is dull and its edge unsharpened, more strength is needed, but skill will bring success”(NIV). When choosing to go to college online, the student must have strong personal and learning characteristics along with certain factors that will help make the online student successful. Summary The article that I chose to read was ‘Student Preparation For Distance Education’, by Mark Taormino. It was very enlightening and it talked about some great points to achieve successfulness with online learning. One of the points that the article talked about was having a strong personal characteristic such as integrity and to be motivated. The definition for integrity is to be honest and fair and to be complete or whole. Integrity is one of the major keys while on this journey. It’s not just making sure you avoid plagiarism or cheating, but keeping your nose the grindstone...
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...name and image. These students work hard and devote a lot of time to their college classes and also spend additional time practicing and playing for their university athletics. The NCAA defines student athletes as amateurs, who cannot receive payment for playing their sports. In the meantime their schools and coaches are making millions of dollars in salaries and endorsement deals and student athletes are not allowed to earn a single penny from their college athletic careers. This is why college athletes should get paid for playing. College athletics are a lucrative industry. The NCAA is a multi-billion dollar industry that generated over $845 billion last year due to their players’ ability to entertain and perform to their fullest extent at all times. The most visible college sports, such as men’s football and basketball, generate staggering sums of money. Let's take the University of Michigan as a good example. Coaches’ salaries are even more outlandish. For example NCAA men’s basketball coach, Mike Krzyzewski, makes an astonishing 9.6 million and NCAA men’s football coach, Nick Saban, makes 7.3 million dollars. Athletes bring in money for their school in many different ways. Butler University saw a 43% increase in undergraduate applications after the University’s basketball team made it to the Final Four two years in a row. If you search for a players jersey online, Tim Tebow for example, you can buy officially branded Florida Gators shirts, ranging in price from $34...
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...Marketing Research and Strategic Marketing Plan Produced by Business Administration 126 Advanced Marketing (“West Coast Marketing”) Saint Mary’s College of California Professor Eric Kolhede December 14.2011 Students of Business Administration 126 Advanced Marketing (“West Coast Marketing”) Saint Mary’s College of California Abdul Malik Khan | Maria Ahlqvist | Alexandra Smith | Maria Orozco | Alisa Mosman | Matt Cardoza | Ally Short | Matt King | Amanda Minguillon | Melissa Queen | Anthony Costa | Nick Fong | Ben Rigel | Nick Tuttle | Betsy Serrano | Nicole Arce | Britany Linton | Nirbhik Trehan | Dawn Shipley | Priscilla Esparza | Dayna Best | Steven Dawson – Roberts | Elanor Pitts | Steven Vargas | Evan Schlinkert | Thomas Vo | James Palmer | Tommy Mohoric | John Howe | Tracy Vasquez* | Maddy Aliotti | | Professor Eric Kolhede*Coordinator | | Table of Contents I. Executive Summary 1 II. Research Problem 3 III. Situation (SWOT) Analysis 7 A. External Macro-environmental Forces 7 1) Demographic and Social/Cultural Trends Purpose 7 2) Economic Environment 16 3) Technological Dimension 21 4) Political Environment 27 5) Legal Environment 31 6) Cooperative Environment 33 7) Product Market Analysis 36 8) Competitive Analysis 50 B. Internal Environment 71 1) Introduction 71 2) Resources 75 3) Marketing Mix Program 77 4) Conclusion 77 IV. Primary Research 79 A. Focus Groups 79 B. Sampling Plan 93 1) Population 93 2) Sample Size 94 ...
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...My Career Goals and Motivation What is a career? A career is defined as a course through life or profession, but in my case it hasn’t existed until now. My career goals are just now coming into focus. When I was younger I really did not know what a career was all I knew is I wanted a job and I usually found me one with no problem, not realizing how good of a job I was working, and that I should have been working to keep it for long as I could. My motivation back then was my family; my children to keep them feed, clothed and happy. To have a career meant going to college for 4 years and this was something I didn’t want to do, instead I opted for vocational training, which would train me in a skill in one year or less and I would be able to join the working class sooner. I just knew I was going to be successful at being a cosmetologist and so did my mother, but she passed away some months after I graduated and had my first child and this turned my whole world upside down, all of my plans disappeared with the loss of my mother. So now with me as a new mother myself, I knew that I had to do the right thing and be as good as she was at taking care of my child as she did with me. Now I have 3 children and believe me I tell them about having a career as well as motivating them to follow their dreams. I am hard working woman who has worked since I was 16 and I know the value of a dollar. I just graduated from Business Administrative Technology. My motivation still, is...
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...best friend is someone who you can trust, know the truth, and loves you. It’s hard now a day to find someone with those qualities. But I am a very lucky lady that I have not only one best friend but two, who I can talk to and rely on on any given day or time. Those two best friends of mine would have to be my sisters, Jasmine and Jamie. I can go to them for anything, give me the best advice and nothing better then sharing clothes with each other. Considering we all live in different towns and states we always make the time to catch up with what is happening with our personal lives. We all get along great, sometimes we have our ups and downs but we always put that past us. Jasmine is the mother figure. She is the oldest and considering herself as a mother with a four year old son, my godson, and a sixteen month old niece, she definitely makes sure my other sister and myself don’t make the wrong decisions and calls us at least once a week just to see how everything is. Jasmine always enjoys my company and our sleepovers. I know there is only one best friend that people say you can only have, but I don’t follow that at all. My other sister Jamie, the middle sibling is by far the stuck up one. But Jasmine and I know how to put up with her. I would have to call her more of a best friend because she will tell me whether something is good or not or if she likes or doesn’t like anything and she’s not the type of person to hid her feelings. Sometimes you rarely get the truth from...
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...organization, HR expertise can be used to determine whether financial or nonfinancial rewards are more culturally (within the organization) impactful. Many companies are starting to offer perks, like discounts on wellness (gym) or life (car rental) related expenses, bonus incentives for goal achievement (Cascio, 2012). Ensuring the right compensation/incentive strategies are in place helps businesses “attract and retain the right people” (Cascio, 2012 p426). What compensation and benefits have been used as incentives for employee productivity and motivation? Evaluate how effective the compensation and benefits were at motivating employees and increasing productivity. My husband worked in sales at an organization for several years. The work environment was brutal and it seemed as though there was a constantly revolving door of new employees. The benefits weren’t great, but the base pay was good. Employees received substantial bonuses for achieving certain metrics. In addition to bonus options, top performers were invited to attend an annual, all-expenses paid, week long leadership conference in places like Puerto Rico and The Bahamas; a huge incentive. Vroom’s 1964 Expectancy Theory suggests that individuals are motivated to perform tasks comes from one of three ‘values’: 1. the belief that their efforts will likely achieve the assigned targets, 2. the belief that there will be work-related outcomes (compensation) as a result of meeting the targets, and 3....
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...Running head: THE ONES THAT MEAN THE WORLD TO ME The Ones That Mean The World To Me Matt Maurer ENG121: English Composition I Jennifer Naimark August 18, 2014 THE ONES 2 “Do your best is all that we ask, and you will never regret anything that happens.” If I've heard that once I have heard that a million times, and I continue to hear it when I start any new project. Nobody compares to the two individuals that taught me that and I am about to introduce you to them within this paper. You are going to be in for such a fascinating barrage of information about two people that if it were not for them I literally would not be here, but I would also not be the individual I am today. Looking back on my “short” thirty nine years of life and imagining it without the influence of these two great individuals, would be like imagining that you could ride a bicycle to Hawaii, it would just be impossible. I hope you brought your glass of sweet tea, a soft chair and an open heart to receive the information about these two people that have done everything to the best of their ability to make sure that I succeed and that I am a man of my word. I never realized how my wonderful loving grandparents were slowly and patiently molding me into the man I am today, but through the lessons and experiences I can say I owe everything I am and will be to these two wonderful individuals. My two maternal grandparents are absolutely the best two individuals that could be in my life and my true deep...
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...Purpose Statement The action in this research was to analyze the attitude and personalities of 10 adolescents that were eligible for expulsion from school. The students range from ages 12 to 16 and were referred to an expulsion program for various reasons, including no interest in academics, disrespect, poor grades, or just utter defiance. The overall purpose of this research was to discover how “At-Risk” students are motivated and to determine what instructional strategies are most effective in motivating students. The purpose of this study is to see if implementing XXXX will impact the motivation and academic achievement of the At-Risk students in the researcher’s class You need to think of one specific way you can solve the problem and place it in the purpose statement. Now base your research questions on the problem and purpose statements. Motivating “At-Risk” Students: Taking the Next Steps towards Academic Success An Action Research Project Proposal Presented To The Faculty of the Department of Graduate School College of Education North Greenville University In Partial Fulfillment Of the Requirements for the Degree Master of Education Ashton Hawkins May 2016 Table of Contents Table of Contents…………………………………………………………………………………3 Abstract …………………………………………………………………………………………..4 Chapter 1 ………………………………………………………………………………………...5 Background ……………………………………………………………………………………….5 Setting …………………………………………………………………………………………….8 Problem...
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...Trial-and-Error Calvin Smith, Jr. Middlesex County College PSY-123 3/6/2012 Introduction Observational: based on observation or experience. Merriam-Webster (2012) Learning: A systematic, relatively permanent change in behavior that occurs through experience. King, L. A. (2010). But what is Observational Learning? According to Albert Bandura, observational learning, also called imitation or modeling, is learning that occurs when a person observes and imitates behavior. King, L. A. (2010). This process, in theory, simplifies learning and eliminates the potentially hazardous and tedious trial-and-error periods in other forms of learning. I have found this to be very true in my own life in the constant teachings of my 8-year-old son. Summary of Theory Bandura’s Model of Observational Learning applies 4 elements to effectively achieve learning; Attention, Retention, Motor Reproduction and Reinforcement. The belief here is that through these elements a person can essentially be given the experience step by step and hence learn from observing someone else’s actions and advice. The first process that must occur is attention. In order for a person to be able to imitate an action they must attend to what the model is saying or doing. For example, if you attend a cooking class and find yourself texting through the beginning instructions you are likely to miss key information which will ultimately keep you from learning how to properly prepare the dish...
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...This essay is on the commencement speech that Steve Job’s did on June 12, 2005 at Standard University. Steve Job’s is the CEO of Apple and Pixar Animation Studios and one of the most successful entrepreneurs of the 21st century. He talked about his college life taking classes he did not enjoy just too finally drop out and do what he enjoyed creating computer software programs that would change the technology industry forever. Where I am today in my life is a happy positive growing place, it is filled with ambition, motivation and success. I grew up in a strict religious house hold; my mother pushed me and my 3 siblings to be the best we could be in every subject. My mother was especially hard on me because I was the oldest and the only subject I really enjoyed was math. I remember when I was little I wanted to be everything from a basketball player to a engineer. My occupational goals always changed because I had so many different interests and ideas. At 18, I took the General Education Diploma Exam and joined a community service program called AmeriCorps St. Louis. My service included reading and mentoring elementary and middle school kids. It was a joyous time filled with excitement, laughter, fun and love. It was during this time I knew whatever occupation I got into it would involve helping others and teaching something. I joined the military when I turned 19; the US Army was a great place to learn discipline, commitment and how to teach others in an effective...
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...Students of Columban College Barretto By: Christine May A. Torres Cristianne T. Fajardo A Thesis Submitted in Partial Fulfillment Of the Requirement for the Degree of Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education Major in General Science April 2006 Approval Sheet This Thesis entitled Determinants of the Study Habits in Science Among High School Students of Columban College Barretto prepared and submitted by Christine May A. Torres and Cristianne T. Fajardo in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education Major in General Science, has been examined and is recommended for the acceptance and approval. ___________________ Dr. Eric A. Matriano Supervisor/ Professor ACKNOWLEDGMENT We would like to extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation to those people who have plays significantly in the pursuance of this research without the help of these following people this research would have been in vain. To Dr. Eric A. Matriano, thank you for being such an inspiring adviser who have shared so much knowledge and wisdom. Thank you for the patience and time you provide us. To Dr. Lolita B. Regalario, our college dean, thank you very much for the word of wisdom. To our professors in Science subject, Dr. Dave Bueno, Mrs. Josh Santos and Ms. Aireen Borsil, thank you for the knowledge you unselfishly imparts within...
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...Growing up in the south, you learn were known for one thing: football. Football is way of life here that’s passed down from many generations. When the name Paul “Bear” Bryant is said I can’t help but think of “ambassador” to college football of his era. The question that came to my mind was what do I exactly know about Paul “Bear” Bryant? I knew he was the University of Alabama football coach who built a dynasty in his tenure there, but what truly did he accomplish and what made him a leader of his generation? Paul “Bear” Bryant was born a leader. I was intrigued he earned the nickname, “Bear” at a young age by agreeing to wrestle a bear from a traveling circus (bio.com). This showed his bravery and courage to never back down from a challenge at a young age in life which is something a great leader must possess. While playing football at Alabama, Bryant made the decision he wanted not only to be a head coach, but "a great head coach,” and believed there were no shortcuts to success (Mink). Bryant accomplished many astounding aspects as a college football coach after his football career. He won six national championships for the University of Alabama (1964, 65, 67, 73, 78, 79). In his 38 year coaching career, he only had one losing season that ended with a then college football record of 323 victories. He won 15 conference championships and was named College Football Coach of the Year three times (bio.com). Bryant was also awarded the Medal of Freedom by President Ronald...
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...NR390 Nursing History Brandy Wideman Chamberlain College of Nursing Professor Maier December 9, 2012 My name is Brandy Wideman and I am conducting an interview with Mrs. Lavelury Powell, RN. The interview took place Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at 2:00 pm at her home. The interview is being conducted with agreement from Mrs. Powell with the understanding that it is for educational purposes only for Chamberlain College of Nursing. I performed an audio recording of the interview to assist in accurate documentation but as agreed I will be submitting it in written form. The purpose of the interview is to identify an exceptional nurse who, in my opinion, is making history. The nurse is Mrs. Lavelury Powell. She is my maternal aunt, my mentor, and my hero. Mrs. Powell is a lifelong resident of Wadley, Georgia and has worked in the nursing field for twenty-nine years. She is married with three adult daughters and two grandchildren. She started her career in 1983 as a Certified Nursing Assistant and then furthered her career in 1987 by becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse. In 1993 she returned to Middle Georgia College and obtained an Associate Degree in Nursing. Mrs. Powell has spent her entire career in long-term care, first as a staff nurse and eventually as a Director of Nursing. In 2005 she was diagnosed with ESRD necessitating hemodialysis three times a week. Due to frequent hospitalizations and her declining health, she had to give up her nursing career. Because of her...
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...was a kid, I was obedient and quiet. I automatically knew that being disrespectful, making a fuss, or being assertive would make me the black sheep of my family. I did what I was told. I am a Chinese girl. I adhered to my parents’ whishes that I get top grades and perform well in the activities they had chosen for me—I did homework for hours after school to get straight As, practiced piano to perfection, and spend grueling weekends learning Chinese calligraphy and painting with brushes and ink. I once felt like I was a bird being captured in a cage by my parents and decided to be myself, but after years of wasting time to enjoy freedom, I realized that although my Chinese tiger mom could be overwhelming sometimes, but her restrictive parenting method really pushed me to grow from an ignorant kid into a more mature and self-disciplined adult. Unlike most American undergraduates who think to play in college may be more important than schoolwork, Chinese students have already been taught the idea of “no cross, no crown” in rigorous education. I remember the first thing I learned before going to elementary school was that “hardship” is a necessary way toward success, while pleasure has almost nothing to do with it until you succeed. My parents would always say “How could you expect to do better than others if you don’t spend time study while your friends are playing?” In addition, Chinese, who has been under the influence of the philosopher Confucius for thousands of years, believes...
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...English 100-501 20 September 2012 What Are You Talking About? Maya Angelou once said, “You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it.” The language used in this quote, is uplifting but sobering. As a poet, Maya Angelou uses the written expression of language to describe her experiences as an African American woman. How we utilize the gift of language can not only determine our success or failure in life, but it can also affect those exposed to it. As an African American female, attending predominantly white private schools, I quickly realized the life changing effects language could have on me. I was misunderstood and labeled by the African American kids who went to public school and made to feel unworthy by the white kids who attended private school. I should not be characterized as “stuck up’, or “acting white”, nor made to feel as though I do not belong just because I attended a predominately white private school. We all know that language can be used not only to inform, educate, and inspire, but also to discourage, degrade, and judge. African Americans in public schools often thought I was “stuck up” just because I went to a private school. Sometimes, I was actually called “stuck up” other times their body language told me how they felt. I can remember one time my best friend, who went to a public school, and I...
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