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Homosexuality is a debatable topic that is being increasingly discussed on television and in other kinds of media. Homosexuals are feeling more comfortable and open with their sexuality mainly due to the rise of new shows on American television that feature gay individuals and this exposure has resulted in a deep awareness of the issue of homosexuality amidst the general public. Today, gay and lesbian marriages are being made legal in some parts of the world. The media, by showing homosexuality from various angles, has helped in establishing that being homosexual does not make a person good or bad, and has thus enabled the acceptance of homosexuality by society (Hart, p. 59). But the media cannot be fully attributed to the way society views homosexuality. The impact of the media’s portrayal of homosexuality is dependent on the individual’s own beliefs and values, and his or her religious beliefs. Thesis Statement: Media representations of homosexuality particularly on film and television have helped in shaping the way Americans perceive it. According to a study titled ‘Portrayal of Homosexuality in the Media’ by Adam Shapiro et al (1), the topic of homosexuality permeates all kinds of media such as the news, telev
Introduction It is worth noting that the movie Pulp Fiction is full of mysteries posed by Quentin Tarantino to the viewers, and he offers the audience to independently solve these puzzles in their way. With each scene, he invites the viewer to figure out what will happen to the main characters next and try to understand who they will see in the next scene. Interestingly, the opening scene launches the mood of the film, along with the viewer’s thinking. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the formal, aesthetic, and narrative elements of this scene to make an argument about the significance of the movie as a whole. Discussion The film begins with a situation in which two people are sitting in a cafe and discussing something. During the first minutes, the viewer watches this ordinary scene and tries to understand what these individuals are talking about. From their dialogue, it becomes clear that these are two robbers who are discussing which of the places that can be robbed is the most suitable. They dwell on the fact that robbing this cafe itself is a great idea since no one in America robs cafes, while a lot of money can be stolen from visitors. They take out pistols, threaten the visitors, and at that moment, the credits begin. Thus, two robbers, who had never robbed a cafe before, in which they admitted to each other, make such a decision in a spontaneous manner, which was the result of their short dialogue. Notably, through this scene, Tarantino pushes the viewer to several conclusions, which are amplified by subsequent episodes from the film. In particular, public censure of incorrect or illegal acts leads society to take crimes seriously, while the director shows how everything is relative by the example of his heroes. Honey Bunny and Pumpkin make fun of the way banks are being robbed these days – one no longer needs to have a weapon. They drink coffee and have breakfast, and then decide to carry out an armed attack. Violence in one form or another must always stand out in the plot of almost any film. As a rule, this is achieved through story arches and character lines. Directors also prepare their viewers to this emotionally by increasing tension, with the help of music, dialogs, and visual storytelling tools, which includes the work with a palette of colors and lighting. The first scene of the film ridicules violence despite traditional views on it. The film shows violence as part of the narrative and an integral element in
Claim adjuster is an individual or legal entity, an independent specialist, or organization for the settlement of claims of the policyholder for compensation for losses in connection with an insured event. The function of the claim adjuster is to investigate all the circumstances of the declared event to establish the fact of the occurrence of the insured event, its compliance with the terms of the insurance contract, determine the amount of insurance compensation payable, draw up an expert opinion for the insurer, participate in settlement of losses with a representative of the opposite party, that is, the insured or insurer. The education requirements can vary depending on the particular field of the claim adjuster. It is stated the most preferred education level is a bachelor’s degree in the field, which is related to the claim adjuster’s area of expertise (Kaplan Financial Education, 2019). For health insurance claim adjuster, the medical field might be relevant, whereas, for the specialists in housing, construction, and architecture might be necessary. The overall work experience requirements revolve around two years in the field of interest, but the given position does not mandate to have a great deal of work experience. Claim adjusters can engage in independent practice, work for hire in a specialized adjusting company, or be a member of insurance, brokerage, or large commercial company as an employee of the risk management department. There is, at first glance, an imperceptible, but significant difference in the definitions of an independent and public adjuster. Independent adjuster does not represent the interests of the insurer, but only performs the task on his behalf. A public adjuster represents interests and works on behalf of the policyholder in the execution of the order.
Introduction Achilles, Aeneas, and Odysseus are the heroes of their respective books. Odysseus played a cameo role in the Illiad and later was the main character of his own epic. They all are the quintessential Heroes of their respective peoples. All that is true, good, and heroic for the Greeks and Romans are idealized in them. A look at their traits quickly reveals the values that make one heroic in the eyes of their people. Odysseus was the wise king of Ithaca who lent much-needed intelligence to the otherwise testosterone-driven campaign of Agamemnon. Swift footed Achilles was lord of the Myrmidons whose deeds of valor are the focus of the Illiad. Finally, pious Aeneas drew forth from the ashes of Troy the folk who would one day rise to become the Romans. Main body “The Goddess Sings of the Wrath of Achilles, Son of Peleus” Begins the Illiad. Chronicled within are the deeds of Achilles, how the Greeks were raised up when he joined them and how misfortune befell when they had not his aid. When Achilles is deprived of maid of honor he abandons the Greeks and they are hapless before Hector and the Trojans. Only when his friend Patroclus is slain is his wrath stirred past his wounded honor and he again fights for the Greeks. That Aeneas was valiant and skilled in warlike Achilles there can be no doubt. Beyond deeds of bravery, the overarching theme of the Aeneid is Pietas, Piety, which in this case is piety to one’s destiny. Upon entering the underworld, Aeneas is introduced to his mighty progeny, the future leaders of Rome. Had he remained in the arms of Dido he would deny them the chance to live and doom the greatness that would be Rome. As mentioned earlier Odysseus brought much-needed intelligence to Agamemnon’s mad crusade. The 2006 movie Troy does little justice to the futility and hubris of the Trojan war. According to Homer, the war was actually a long-winded siege lasting over 10 years. Like Achilles, he was specifically sought by Agamemnon because of the skills he could bring the host. The Illiad notes that Odysseus was unwilling to join the army and pretended to be a madman sowing his fields with salt instead of wheat. However, he was outsmarted and soon his Ithacans were numbered in the host of Greeks. Achilles is the mightiest of all the Greek warriors. Even Hector did not withstand his onslaught. All Trojans fled before his face. His valor and warcraft surpass that of all Greeks, only Ajax is near his peer. In fact, in the Illiad whenever Achilles fought with the Greeks the Trojans were driven before them. When he left the field the tide of battle turned against his fellow Greeks. Much ado in the Illiad tells of the dishonor he suffered from Agamemnon, his decision to quit the field because
The last several decades could be characterized by the increased attention given to the problem of illegal immigration. In this regard, the USA/Mexico border has become an ongoing issue because of the number of people crossing it every day illegally. However, the existing plan to build the wall could be considered too expensive and not very efficient. Instead, it is possible to use the latest technologies like satellites or unmanned aircraft to monitor the state of the border and note breakers. The secure border could also be considered one of the possible solutions to the problem of illegal immigration as it will help to control this very aspect. At the same time, people who managed to cross the border illegally should be deported because they break the law and do harm to the USA. For instance, citizens of the state might suffer from the large income of immigrants because of the lack of jobs caused by the increased number of employees who are ready to work for lower wages. Moreover, the healthcare sector is one of the most problematic areas of the state nowadays, and people who arrive in the USA illegally slow down its development and cause budget deficit, as they should also be provided with all services in case they fall ill. However, they do not pay taxes and do not contribute to the improvement of this very sphere. Besides, there is another important concern related to the issue of illegal immigration. The fact is that criminals and terrorists could use the same ways other people use and sabotage the functioning of the state. That is why secure border also means enhanced security and preservation of peace in the state. That is why by enforcing existing laws in the given sphere the state does not lose its identity. On the contrary, by keeping people out of the country, the government tries to save the American lifestyle, unique value system, and guarantee that all people living in the USA will be able to feel safe. Furthermore, despite numerous appeals to stop this process as it does harm to communities, its positive effect on the society should be outlined. It is crucial to mind the fact that enforcement of laws in the sphere does not mean that people from other countries are not welcomed. On the contrary, they could come and live in the USA, but only on a legal basis. Only under these conditions, citizens will be able to feel secure. Moreover, the level of crime and terrorist threat will also decrease. These facts could not but have a great positive impact on the functioning of different communities and the quality of peoples lives. Finally, as stated above, the problematic border also means that criminals could use loopholes to perform their illegal activity. However, we could not close the border completely as along with this category, many hardworking people arrive in the USA. For
Abstract Each current innovation has a remarkable history that defines its survival. In the 1960s, a tragic cycling accident motivated doctors and manufacturers to design cycling helmets that would protect the riders from the crash impacts. The work of the Snell Memorial Foundation is still proving important to the present-day riders. However, commercial interests seem to override the interest of safety standards in the designing of cycling helmets. Helmets began from thin and soft leather-like headgears to outstanding innovations such as the aerodynamic designs that used improved materials like the cork linings, fiberglass shells, polystyrene material, and the canvas. The most troubling issue is that cycling helmets are no longer protective as earlier perceived. Introduction After several successful endeavors in technology and mass production, human intelligence began focusing on enhancing the safety of the manufactured products (Neiman 216). One of the products that often predispose people to serious road hazards is a motorcycle. Due to its association with several road carnages and fatalities, the motorcycle inventors sought to develop the motorcycle helmets as remedies to minimize the impact of the cycling injuries that lead to serious crashes and head impacts. Due to their safety proof, America and other developed nations have implemented various motorcycle helmet legislation to support their effective manufacturing and use to reduce the head impacts (Neiman 221). As time goes, helmet technology seems to reshape rapidly to enhance skull protection. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the helmet product, its ethical concerns, its designing, and its end success. Historical background and Motivation Helmet, as the most precious safety equipment, has a long history in its innovation and progress across the world (Melissa 230). Pipe explains that the idea behind the development of helmets began with the tragic death of Lawrence of Arabia, who was an infamous and honored British soldier, who fought during the First World War (24). His military career was so relevant to the British government, and his historical participation in the British military exists in books until today. According to Pipe (39), his mysterious death from head injuries after a tragic motorbike crash caught the attention of the politicians and civilians. Several people mourned his death including the neurosurgeon, Dr. Hugh Cairns, who felt deeply hurt by the death of Lawrence. This historical tragedy, according to Melissa (219), inspired an innovation on how to protect motorcyclists from the head injuries, when they encounter a crash. The Design Issues The helmet innovation began with the development of the Crash Helmet. It began when Professor C.F. Lombard of the South California University, designed and patented a motorbike h
Overview Technology has enabled the US educators significantly improve the quality of training and facilitate students’ academic performance. Now, more students can benefit from the use of technology and it is especially true for students with learning disabilities. Inclusive classes and educational strategies are aimed at ensuring equal opportunities for all Americans (Floyd & Judge, 2012). Admittedly, it is essential to develop efficient intervention strategies to make sure that inclusive approach is effective and beneficial. The intervention strategy suggested will be complex and comprehensive. It will consist of several stages. The first stage will include implementation of assistive technology in assessing and measuring students’ performance and needs. The assessment will be held with the help of the program Children’s Progress Academic Assessment which enables educators to learn more about the student’s cognition on the basis of his/her correct as well as incorrect answers (Bechard et al., 2010). This assessment will help the researcher choose participants of the research. The second stage is implementation of teaching intervention. Younger students will be provided with the program Read & Write Gold which is aimed at facilitating reading and writing skills development through assisted reading (text-to-speech output with highlighting words) and writing (the program predicts the following word on the basis of the context and first letters) (Hasselbring & Bausch, 2005). For older students (4-12 grades), the program READ 180 will be used as it has text-to-speech output and it provides broader context which helps students understand the text better (Hasselbring & Bausch, 2005). Notably, these interventions will include parents’ support and they will help their children study at home while educators will work with students during academic hours. Literature Review It is necessary to note that the use of technology in education has gained a lot of attention from researchers and there is quite extensive research on the matter. Nonetheless, the use of technology and assistive strategies in students with learning disabilities still needs further research. There have been a number of valuable insights, though. Thus, Bechard et al. (2010) focus on the use of technology in assessment as the researchers claim that it is vital to understand students’ cognition. Hasselbring and Bausch (2005) provide insights into the use of certain assistive strategies in terms of inclusive educational approach. The researchers reveal benefits of the use of such assistive technologies as Read & Write Gold and READ 180. Epps (2007) gives a brief account of the use of the program Kurzweil 3000 with students with reading disabilities. Importantly, reading disabilities are not present in young learners only and can be found in postsecondary students. Floyd and Judge (2012) highlight certain assistive strategies which are applicable in postsecondary settings. It is necessary to add that researchers report about positive effects of the use of the programs as students’ performance impr
Introduction Profit-making organizations are established to get optimal returns to investors. In this case, the situation that is regarded as the best and the most preferred is when businesses make supernormal profits in the short and long-term. This way, investors remain assured of huge returns from their equity. However, the question of whether optimal profitability across various organizations exists is one of the fundamental issues that economists endeavor to unveil its answer. Within the sphere of business economics, the basic assumption is that firms normally set their goals, objectives, and aims in a manner that closely profiles their profit-maximization plans (Hitt, Ireland & Hoskisson 2013). Some of the perspectives that influence the economics of an industry predominantly focus on the concept of profit maximization. In other words, economists look for competitive strategies that can guarantee all-time profitable operations. Nonetheless, some firms’ profitability varies depending on the prevailing characteristics of their operational environments. For example, as revealed in this paper through diagrams, a monopolistic firm can earn abnormal profits in both the short-run and long-term because of its capacity to continuously devise strategies for convincing clients to pay premium rates, despite the existence of competing for merchandise in the market. The paper also argues that another business operating under the condition of perfect competition makes supernormal returns in the short-run following the absence of competition and normal proceeds in the long term after rival businesses introduce analogous items for sale. Background Monopolistic Firms A pure monopolistic market involves one company or an organization dominating the supply of a product. Good examples of monopolistic operations include Microsoft Company’s early dominance in the supply of operating systems and a situation where a government has the sole responsibility of offering a given service. Even though monopolies rarely exist in their pure forms, their main trait is that they improvise market rates without paying attention to the probability of any competition (Azevedo & Gottlieb 2017). A company acquires a monopolistic power of market control when close substitutes do not exist, or its products are differentiated. Monopolies maintain market supremacy by taking advantage of economic barriers (Adumyian 2013). For example, in the case of Microsoft, when many operating systems (OS) are accessible in the market and that consumers have made high investments in software and hardware components, which can only use a specific OS, they are
The Hospital Cooperation of America does not employ an authoritarian approach to its leadership. The organization believes in empowering its employees as a key leadership strategy. In one instance, the management plans to choose a suitable system that the organization can adopt. The management of the organization assigns the responsibility of choosing the most suitable system to a group of employees with an equal representation from all the departments (Frist & Wilson, 2003, p.20). This team reportedly went ahead to identify the system and made most desirable recommendations after analyzing the weak points of the present system. This kind of empowerment to employees helps to bring out the best and motivates them. I highly recommend it. The organization is both transformational and transactional. The transformation it undergoes since its inception reveals its transformational characteristic. ‘Dr.Thomas Frist Sr.’ started the hospital in the year 1960. He later joined hands with two other friends to raise funds and resultantly formed the now popular Hospital Cooperation of America. The organization then expanded further and absorbed many groups of hospitals, which it put under its management. Rapid expansion of this cooperation saw it manage hospitals managed by other companies and organizations. In the year 1969 alone, the hospital put 10 hospitals under its management. Following its rapid growth to date, the organization is now one of the largest business organizations in America. The usual fact that the organization is a profit making institution that charges the medical service it gives makes it assume a transactional role. The desire to expand using the proceeds from its services reveals the desire to generate more funds hence the transactional nature. The functions of these organizations entail providing high quality and cheap medical care to humans. This function comes out when one analyzes the kind of employees the organization has. The organization’s emphasis on quality makes it take new employees through training in order to make them live to the standards that the organization desires (Kleber, 2001, p.32). The type of managers a company hires also speaks volumes about the emphasis it lays on its functions. The organization hires high quality managers with good leadership qualities that are result oriented. Through its managers, the organization carefully utilizes its monetary resources, labor and empowerment of employees to give high quality and cheap Medicare aimed at improving people’s lives. The organization also expands its client base by making medical care accessible to rural communities by constructing numerous hospitals in the marginalized areas and taking over the management of hospitals that were under private ownership. The vision that the founders created for this organization was to provide quality and cheap medical care to individuals, make Medicare accessible to m