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Summary When it comes to introducing the possible social ramifications that commercialized genetic engineering could have on society no example does it best than the movie “Gattaca”. In the film, we can see that instead of society being divided along with gender, ethnicity or race it has instead turned towards the quality of a person’s genetics as the primary means of determining an individual’s worth and place in society. A person’s future is no longer dictated by the desire or ambition to make something of their life but rather they are evaluated based on their genetic predispositions for intelligence, athleticism or potential temperament in the workplace. In essence, a person’s future is in effect dictated not by fate, chance, ambition, desire or intelligence but rather on the choices his/her parents have made before he/she was already conceived. While it may be true that such a future leads to the creation of a genetically “superior” human species, it is questionable whether such superiority comes at the cost of what makes us human. For example, today all parents tell their children that they can be who they choose to be, that through hard work and perseverance they can achieve their dreams. While such words lie in the realm of optimism it is true that the desire to make something of oneself has been the driving force behind many of today’s successful entrepreneurs such as Steve Jobs, Sir Richard Branson, Michael Dell, Bill Gates and Warren Buffet. Now suppose you take away this desire or better yet implement the means in which it can never be fulfilled, what then would have happened to the companies, innovations and investments that these men have created? Their effect on the world and the advancements they put into practice would never have impacted the world resulting in a considerable loss for humanity. On the other hand, it can be argued that such innovations would have come about anyway as a result of the supposed brilliance of a genetically superior mind. If this were true though, why is it that a majority of those we consider to be “intellectuals” such as professors in colleges and universities haven’t achieved even a small percentage of the successes the men mentioned have achieved? In this regard this paper will attempt to explore the positive and negative aspects related to genetic engineering and will attempt to answer the question “is superior genetics truly necessary?” Effect on Children One of the problems with genetic engineering is its potential to turn children into mere commodities with society ignoring the ethical ramifications of creating a generation of adults that had their lives planned since birth. One of the best modern-day examples of what could happen should genetic engineering become a commercialized process can be seen in the case of India and the sheer rate of infanticide within the country. Based on the study of Verma (2005) which examined the discrepancy between males and females within India it was noted that up to 40 million girls had effectively been eradicated from India’s population as a direct result of infanticide or illegal abortion (V
Introduction Packaging materials are an important part of every logistics process and almost always contribute to successful delivery and expected profit. Although different companies prefer using different packaging, one should always consider the advantages and disadvantages of them every time the products are shipped. To attract customers, manufacturers advance their materials by presenting their newer and more usable versions. The choice of packaging materials should always be approached carefully and the materials compared thoughtfully and with caution. Wood-Based Shipping Container A container made of wood is probably one of the most popular types of packaging nowadays. This is not only because of the easy manufacturing and storage but also the prevalence of the raw material on our planet. The forests of North America have served as suppliers to thousands of shipping companies for many years; wood and paper together make up almost half of the weight of all packaging materials in the USA and Canada (Twede, Selke, & Shires, 2014, p. 2). The wood produced can be roughly divided into two main subgroups: softwood and hardwood. Because these types are made fro
Executive summary Real estate refers to the assets that include things like land and construction on it and the entire natural and man made resources found in the piece of property. Therefore, a real estate business consist of all the activities that take place in the acquisition of these resources and include buying, leasing, selling and constructing structures in these pieces of properties. The term real estate often refers to the immovable things in the property. There are laws that regulate the operations and transactions undertaken in real estate business including the ownership and development in the real estate business. The development of any real estate business requires a careful outline of the goals that the business has to achieve. It also demands that investors have the knowledge required for the development of the real estate, which includes understanding the location of the business. The other factors to be put into consideration are the daily activities of the enterprise and the stipulated period for the plan to be complete. Business opportunity and vision The business has to venture into real estate business and has to set its objectives and work hard to meet the timelines set for achieving them. The first thing that the real estate business planning to venture into the market in Houston in Texas, is to evaluate its business opportunities in the market, and that will act as a guide in their daily operations. The other important factor that has to be in the plan is the vision of the company and its goals. These goals can either be short term or long term depending on the time set to come to pass. The other thing, that is also, of utmost importance when setting the business goals, is the resources that the business has at its disposal and those that it has to look for before starting its operations. The resources that the business require include the human resource, equipments, infrastructure and capital, (Wittenmyer, 2002). Business opportunities The first thing that the real estate business will have to do is to evaluate their chances of getting into the real estate business. The Crown Company is not a new business in the real estate business; it plans to shift its location from the suburbs into the city to venture in to the real estate business. The enterprise has been in existence for the past eight years, but it was dealing with the construction of rental houses for small businesses and home owners. However, in the recent years they have been planning to venture into the real estate business in Houston where they want to deal with large construction where they will construct buildings and either sell or lease them out to both businesses and family owners. The difference between their current business and the one they plan to move to is the size of the structure they are going to build and its value. This means that they have to thread carefully to ensure that they do not incur losses. This means that the Crown Company is not new to the transa
Initially, the article highlights that a significant number of people today call themselves “spiritual but not religious,” a phrase that tends to spark controversy in society (Burkeman par. 1). One of the followers of this movement is Sam Harris, who refers to the fact that spirituality, along with the assistance of meditation, helps him become happy and feel that the world is a part of him (Burkeman par. 2). The primary difference between spirituality and religion is the fact that spirituality does not have a set of principles and dogmas that one has to follow during his or her life (Burkeman par. 3). It gives an opportunity for atheists to be “present” and experience different forms of life without any fear. Thus, the author of the article claims that Harris’ ideas might be egocentric, as the majority of religious believers rely on practice and he was “baffled” by the question of whether God exists and was engaged in rituals to feel “present” (Burkeman par. 4). As for me, I believe that spirituality does differ from religion. I completely agree with the fact that religion requires one to comply with set dogmas and principles. A particular figure of God is a role model that one has to follow. On the other hand, spirituality is a self-centered practice since it focuses on the inner world of individuals and gives them the right to become close to the “present.” In this case, Harris’ argument is logical, but I also believe that he should not criticize religion in public. Overall, spirituality is strongly related to religion and disrespecting religion questions one’s ability to admire the beliefs and values of other people. In this case, modern society should allow people to represent their own sense of religion and spirituality, as these concepts contribute to the development of tolerance and personal growth. Work Cited Burkeman, Oliver. “Spiritual but Not Religious? You Are Not Alone.” The Guardian. 2016.
Introduction Instructional systems design solves problems and makes decision making easier in the course of training. Instructional design models are based on theories of learning with each model designed through the analysis of the requirements of training, design of the program to meet the needs of learning, development of the model, actual implementation of the design model and evaluation of the model to measure the success or failure of the program. The process of designing materials for instruction is creatively done in order to synthesize practice, theory and research into the learning process. Adult education has increased with the need of adults for career advancement, promotion, training on the job among other advanced learning. This paper acknowledges that the increased need for adult education requires a similar use of strategy of instructional models that allows adults to adequately benefit from the learning process as well as address their needs. The Adult Education Model for Instructional Design There are many models of adult education which are based on the characteristics of adult learners. They differ in their theories which include cognitive and behavioral theories among others as well as in their implementation. This study focuses on the adult education model suggested by Dean (1994). The Adult Education Model for Instructional Design is an instructional design model for adult learning. The model is aimed at helping adult educators in the process of developing the instructional activities that best suit the adult learners and make it engaging to them. The model consists of needs assessment through gathering of information, designing of the necessary instruction and the assessment or evaluation of the instructional plan process. The gathering of information requires that the educator assesses his/her knowledge and skills and the content development by evaluating the content that is to be learnt to ensure that the educator has comprehensive knowledge of the same. It entails getting to know the adult learner which involves getting to know their ages, careers, interests in the course to be learnt, expectations from the learning as well as their level of knowledge of the content that is to be learnt. It also involves understanding the context within which learning is to take place, for example, the context in the training of nurses and that of the business-oriented fields are bound to be different and hence the educator has to be able to adequately apply the content to the c
Although it would be wrong to claim that there has been no progress in identifying the treatment options for HIV/AIDS, it still remains the scourge of the contemporary era ( National healthcare quality and disparities report , 2014). According to the latest report published on the subject matter, the therapy provided to the patients in question implies that the family members should take an active part in the process of managing the disorder and encouraging the patient. Although claiming that the significance of family support used to be toned down before the report published would be quite a stretch, it is the 2014 official statement of the organization that sets a direct course for incorporating the family-based support into the framework of the treatment process. While the above addition might seem to be minor given the deplorable effects and the threats that the disease poses to the patient’s health, family support, in fact, serves as the tool for boosting patient’s awareness about HIV. As a result, better therapy outcomes can be expected. Apart from affecting an individual patient, the changes to the AHQR previous findings serve as the platform for making the family members feel more useful in tending to the needs of their relatives diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. There is no secret that the understanding of their helplessness in managing the disease that is currently viewed as incurable is likely to trigger a significant increase in the number of negative emotions in the family members and may even cause a development of depression episodes (Pequegnant, 2013). The provision of the family-focused approach that invites the people who are the closest to the patient to participate in the therapy process, therefore, will provide the people in question with an opportunity to contribute to the recovery process and, therefore, feel needed and, thus, avoid experiencing the negative emotions described above. Granted that the adoption of the approach described above does not guarantee that the family members will not feel desperate because of the pressure that the participation implies there will be more chances for avoiding the threat of depression. It should be borne in mind that the current framework designed by the NY State Department of Health for the victims of HIV/AIDS also focuses rather loosely on the aspect of family involvement. To be more accurate, the program created by the department does not stress the need for involving family members and frie
Not only do nurses work to gain patients’ trust, but also patients expect nurses to give clinical care (physical, technical, and procedural) and personalized care. According to Dr. Groopman (2005) explains that finding time for patients by health care providers is a therapeutic process, as well as an outcome which requires time and effort. This involvement involves a process of knowing patients and a dialectic synthesis, through which they can integrate subjective and objective data (Groopman, 2005). They process information subjectively from direct observations of patients and from patients’ representations of their situations. Time management strategies that work best for nurses include analyzing the workday and prioritizing the workload. Depending on the individual situation, available resources, and safety concerns, different strategies may be selected and implemented. Time may be managed successfully through the use of checklists, delegation, planning ahead, and by dividing large projects or tasks into smaller, more manageable undertakings. However, creating time for patients by health care providers may differ depending on the practice setting. For example, in home health care, Groopman (2005) identified six time management strategies: take control of your calendar, minimize time spent in office, tame the telephone, simplify documentation, plan ahead, and save time for others. Knowing patients has been described as a complex, interpersonal process requiring a number of nursing actions. The process of perceiving /envisioning patients help nurses actively transform observations of patients’ behavior into a direct “perception of what was significant in it” (Groopman, 2005). It is important for healthcare professionals to find time for patients because of identifying their needs and to know what can be done to improve the situation (Groopman, 2005). It allows health care practitioner develop skill in understanding patients’ subjective perceptions and objective clinical status. It allows practitioners expand and revise their knowledge about patients by obtaining direct data about patients’ bodies. Furthermore, spending time with patients helps nurses to understand their concerns about fears and anxieties, their personal preferences, their styles of coping, their stressors, and how to gain their trust (Groopman, 2005). It also builds on the partnership and relationship principles of trust, respect, support, communication, and commitment. The principles of spending time with patients can be used to build all types of partnerships, not only partnership with the patients. In the health care s
The attitude towards illicit drugs has changed considerably during the past decades, which has led to the legalization of such formerly illicit drugs like marijuana in some states of the USA. However, the debate is ongoing, and people are still unsure about the benefits and harms of such policies. Some researchers stress that these policies are likely to contribute to the increase in marijuana consumption and to have adverse effects on public health (Miech et al., 2015). Proponents of such policies argue that the use of marijuana is associated with a number of benefits for the public in such spheres as health, crime, economy (Anderson & Rees, 2013). At the same time, all people agree that there is a need for a nationwide policy concerning the issue as the availability of marijuana in some states undermines the effectiveness of the corresponding policies in other regions. People will still be able to access the drug, but public opinion on the matter is changing. It is important to make sure that American society is not eroded due to the lack of understanding, consistency, and clarity concerning the use of marijuana. As for the negative perspective on the matter, Miech et al. (2015) focus on the way people perceive the use of the formerly illicit drug. The researchers claim that the legalization of marijuana in California led to the development of the acceptance of marijuana use as well as the increase in this drug consumption. Miech et al. (2015) stress that young people (12th graders) have become 20-25 % more likely to see regular consumption of marijuana positively have used it during the past month, and less likely to see the use of marijuana as something extremely negative. It is noteworthy that 60% of the participants reported that they were likely to use marijuana during the following five years. The researchers stress that the shift towards the positive perspective of marijuana use has already resulted in an increase in its consumption and is likely to be associated with various health and social issues related to drug abuse. On the contrary, Anderson and Rees (2013) identify various benefits of the legalization of marijuana. The authors note that marijuana legalization is likely to increase the consumption of this drug, but it will also result in a decrease in the use of alcohol, which is regarded as a positive effect (Anderson & Rees, 2013). The researchers also mention certain economic outcomes that include the development of the industry (marijuana production, sales). Anderson and Rees (2013) assert that the legalization of marijuana is likely to have a number of positive health outcomes as such conditions as
Introduction Ileana Ros-Lehtinen has served in the United States House of Representatives for the 18 th District of Florida since 1989. She is an ideal example when examining the nature of women in politics, both on the voter’s side and the candidate’s side. Her political career is extensive and provides copious votes, bills, and speeches to analyze. Ros-Lehtinen is a complex politician, with a fascinating background, a unique voting record, and a multi-faceted public persona. Regardless of how one feels about the Florida Representative, her long-running place in office shows us her undeniable appeal to voters. Upon researching her congressional records, one finds a considerably progressive politician, who has made headway on many of her political goals. The fact that she continues to vote on either side of the fence shows that she is a true politician, who evaluates her decisions not based on party loyalty, but on the facts, she is presented with. This paper seeks to summarize the political career of Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, including her background both personal and professional, her performance on the campaign trail, and her behavior in office. We will also explore the roles women serve in politics and the broader function of gender in the political arena. Ros-Lehtinen can be considered a new representation of the female politician because she does not completely conform to what is expected of her under the labels she is given by media and the archetypal roles the public expects her to fill. Thus, a study of Ros-Lehtinen provides insight into the place of female politicians. My findings cover a variety of concepts. First I will briefly summarize her background. Ros-Lehtinen is a Hispanic woman with an eclectic religious background. She was elected to office in 1989. She is considered conservative though often votes in the middle. I will continue with a look at how Ros-Lehtinen fits in with the spectrum of female politicians, and how her career both contradicts and sustains the function of gender in politics. I also examine where she comes down on the issues. She has been supportive of the war in Iraq, though she also funds projects to rebuild areas that have been destroyed by war. She is also supportive of gay rights and funding for children’s resources. She typically votes against tax measures that give breaks to low-income families, in keeping with her party affiliation (GovTrack.us, 2008, U.S. representative profile). This research can be found significant because it represents Ros-Lehtinen as the new female politician and identifies both the obstacles women face in politics and the opportunity that lies before them. For Ros-Lehtinen, and most female politicians, the goal is to break through the stereotypical roles they are expected to fill, and this politician certainly does. She is female, a typically liberal-leaning demographic, yet she often votes and a