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According to Piaget’s theory of infant development, children come through six stages in their progress. The first stage starts with birth and lasts for one month. At this stage, a child shows the primary reflexes and movements. The second stage is called sensory awareness, and it occurs between the second and the forth months of child development. At this stage, children can distinguish between people and objects to choose what they like. The next stage is the imitation, which lasts from the fourth up to the eighth months. The child understands that objects do not disappear without a trace, and if one object is hidden, it will appear again. Children begin imitate actions and sounds of the surrounding world. Goal direction is the next stage, which occurs at about the age of one year. At this stage, children develop goal-directed behavior. Experimentation is the next stage which lasts from 18 th up to 54 th months. Finally, the Verbalizing stage finished the infant development process. According to Vygotsky, the stages of the childhood development come through infancy stage, early childhood period, pre-school age period, school-age period, and puberty stage. At each of these stages of development, children’s behavior presupposes some changes. Infancy child development is based on the dependency of adults and shift from passive to active behavior. It should be stated that at the infant stage of development, Vygotsky considers the separation of a child from the mother and the creation of the basis for the further development of a human being. This is the crisis period in the development, which points to the shift from one stage to another one. Bowlby developed the theory of attachment. According to this theory, children from 4 up to 6 months are the most sensitive for the perception of the surrounding world. Following Bowlby’s theory of attachment, children survive in 3 ways, safety, safety base for exploration and internal working model. According to the safety way, an attachment is aimed at keeping and child and mother together. Otherwise, a feeling of anxiety appears. Safety base for exploration is focused on the feeling of the existence of the security place to return. The internal working model explains the formation of the relationships understanding in a child’s mind. Further behavior of a child is based on the aspects discussed above. The care-giving behavior from parents is the central issue for consideration. According to Ainsworth, there are specific relationships between a mother and a child during the infancy. Having called her work A Strange Situation , Ainsworth enumerat
Goal To improve planning skills. Relevance Proper planning plays a pivotal role in petroleum engineering. The profession involves properly utilizing the limited available resources in a way that facilitates the achievement of organizational goals. Time exists as one of the limited yet precious resources in petroleum engineering. A petroleum operations department at Abu Dhabi Company plays a central role in the organization. Work in the petroleum operations department entails ensuring the smooth extraction, refining and selling of both refined and crude oil. Abu Dhabi Company operates in a highly competitive industry dominated by both local and multinational oil companies. Goals                                                                   Professional Development Activities                                                                          Performance Measures                                                                                                           Support and Resources Needed                                  Target Dates                                                                                             1. Conducting weekly meetings between department managers.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Liaising with other departments at Abu Dhabi Company                     2. I am attending forums on petroleum technology in the UAE.                                                Gauging the number of meetings attended by department managers, comparing the expected progression against the set milestones  Work calendar                                                 Up to 2015-2016 financial year.
Introduction The poem “Dream Boogie” by Langston Hughes is a piece reflecting the frustration of African American citizens. The concerns of these people regarding their oppressed position in society could not be expressed openly, and music was one of the means of communicating with the white population. Therefore, the selected work represents the ideals of the Harlem Renaissance and can be used for improving the understanding of the movement. “Dream Boogie” by Langston Hughes The connection between the poem and the period under consideration can be established by paying attention to the rhythm and the mood conveyed by it. Thus, the author speaks to the audience using short phrases, and this technique resembles jazz songs written by musicians during the Harlem Renaissance. In this case, “boogie-woogie rumble” is not merely the way to refer to the arts but an attempt to highlight that communication was facilitated by music that everyone could hear (Hughes, n.d.). This circumstance contributes to the possibility to link the African American cultural movement with this piece, while the explicit dialogue contributes to the theme of this event. For instance, Hughes (n.d.) writes that “a dream deferred” corresponds to the beat, which is both happy and sad. This phrase implies discontent of this population group with their lives and the desire to demonstrate their worldviews to other citizens. Conclusion In conclusion, the poem “Dream Boogie” by Langston Hughes represents what the Harlem Renaissance stands for by emphasizing the perceptions of struggles by African Americans. It shows that they could not express their needs because communication with white people was complicated, and music was the only way to do so. The symbolic meaning of this work for the movement is also conditional upon its emphasis on the affected individuals’ feelings stemming from the existing disparities.
The PR campaign which is going to be analyzed in this essay is the campaign for GP races on the Gold Coast in Australia. The public relations campaign is organized by V8 Supercars and A1GP World Cup of Motorsport. The event is also sponsored by Nikon company. Therefore, the campaign is generally aimed at the public which might be interested in motorsport. Since the event has a rather entertaining character, the contingent interested in it would most possibly consist of young people, who like street racing. This includes teenagers, students and also young men and women of 20-30 years. In addition, the Ferrari sport cars represent the traditional motorsport, which suggests that the men aged 40-50 might also be interested in the event. In order to access the main features of the campaign and its effectiveness, the SWOT method of analysis will be applied. As it is known, this algorithm for analysis includes the campaign’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (Hill, 47). Strengths. The major strength of the particular public relations campaign is its design, which is presented in modern urban style. It is perfectly suitable for this kind of material and public. Numerous illustrations, images, photos and animations make people inte
Introduction In recent years, much news and exciting information on global warming have been published. There are several reasons for this phenomenon, and they are related both to cyclical fluctuations of solar activity and to people’s activities. It is rather difficult to adhere to only one point of view. Thus, the combustion of hydrocarbon fuel has a negative impact on the state of the atmosphere and the Earth’s climate. At the same time, high solar activity is also scientifically proven, and this factor can not be denied. In any case, the solution to this problem today is one of the primary tasks if it is a global scale. Many efforts and financial resources are spent every year on preserving the balance of the environment and preventing excessive accumulation of greenhouse gases. It is almost impossible to avoid natural factors that are the causes of warming. However, anthropogenic causes can be prevented or reduced to a minimal extent. Therefore, it is essential to examine global warming from a socio-ecological point of view and determine which levels of influence will be most optimal for solving this problem. Intrapersonal Level of Influence The solution to the problem of global warming concerns everyone. The task of the population is to eliminate this dangerous natural phenomenon’s consequences by collective efforts and preventing the further impact of greenhouse gases. It is possible to achieve significant success even at a personal level without resorting to the help of political associations or communities. According to Brown (2014), the approaches to finding new ways of solving this issue are continually changing, and it is vital to not only discover a global way but also ensure that everyone understands the importance of such work. Accordingly, the awareness of the problem contributes to a faster resolution and dissemination of information about a potential threat that global warming can carry. First of all, it is vital to ensure that as many people as possible know about the negative consequences of carbon dioxide emissions into the atmosphere. If people understand that a constant increase in the number of heavy equipment, which operates on toxic fuels, worsens an already complicated ecological situation, things can change for the better. An intrapersonal level of influence is a way that has a significant impact on people’s behavior and forms their perception of a particular problem (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2005). Accordingly, having made sure that everyone understands the importance of any measures applied, the government and scientists will be able to make essential progress in solving the issue. One of the possible ways of an intrapersonal level of influence is the dissemination of information through advert
The Importance of a Marine Ecosystems In a historical document taken from the archives of the State of Virginia, one can find Captain John Smith’s journal entry. Captain Smith described an event wherein his men were able to haul an abundant harvest of fish (Roberts, 2012, p.10). Scientific evidence supports Smith’s claim (Roberts, 2012). Thus, there was a time when the Earth’s marine ecosystems were teeming with marine life. Captain Smith’s journal was written in the year 1624. It is good to read about Smith’s account. His account of America’s rich natural resources encourages the creation of initiatives to save the marine ecosystems of the present time. Cutting-edge technology is supposed to guarantee a bountiful harvest. However, scientists all over the world are making the following sad refrain: “For all their technological brilliance, modern fishing fleets operate at the margins of profitability” (Roberts,2012). Fishermen are having a hard time hitting their quotas. The main culprit is the destruction of marine ecosystems due to the tremendous increase in human populations. The growth of communities dependent on fishing is proportional to the destruction of marine ecosystems. Scientists are lamenting the fact that many fish species are in precipitous decline (Abel & McConnell, 2010). Nevertheless, responsible citizens must never give up. The destruction of the aquatic environment is an inevitable outcome of human development. Responsible citizens must take concrete steps in order to reverse the negative impact of the exploitation of marine life. The survival of the human race, and the survival of millions of species of wildlife is dependent on a healthy marine ecosystem. Marine ecosystems are important because these are major sources of food for the human population. Seafood is an important source of protein. The inability to harvest fish will exacerbate the nutrition problem in areas where hunger is already a major issue. Marine ecosystems also play an important role in the livelihood of hundreds of millions of people around the world. A significant number of workers are dependent on a health ecosystem in order to create jobs related to tourism. Millions of employees are dependent on jobs related to aqua sports, scuba diving, and recreational fishing. Marine ecosystems are also critical sources of medicines. The Effects of a Growing Human Population Overfishing is the number one concern with regards to the growing human population in coastal areas. Growing cities have an indirect impact on the destruction of marine ecosystems. Globalization has created greater demand for exotic food and exotic sea creatures. People harvest corals for aesthetic purposes without considering the fact that aquatic animals rely on corals to survive. Mangroves are needed to prote
Introduction Walmart Canada was established in 1994. Its inception was as a result of the collapse of Woolo, a subsidiary of Woolo Canada, which was renovated and given a Walmart banner. In addition to taking its place, Walmart Canada also retained all the former employees of Woolo. This then marked the beginning of operations for this company. Walmart Canada has since grown considerably and has emerged successful in management, marketing, service provision and expansion. Walmart Canada has many discount stores distributed all over Canada and its environs. Their sizes vary from 51000 up to 15000 square feet. The stores house general merchandise and a wide variety of foods stuffs. In addition to the food, most of these stores also have;   * Pharmacy   * Garden center   * Tire and lube express   * One hour photo processing lab   * Bank branch   * Portrait studio   * Optical center   * Fast food outlet   * Limited grocery outlets The Walmart Canada discount stores include full service supermarkets that have poultry and meat, bakeries, frozen foods, garden products, dairy produce, delicatessen and seafood. In addition to these, most of the discount stores also have pharmacies, pet shops and garden centers. The stores ensure that their clients are provided with virtually every service they may need once they visit. This is an ingenious way of harnessing all the business opportunities that may exist when a client visits these outlets. This resulted from studying the markets and evaluating the specific needs of clients and their determination to have all their requirements provided at only one stop. After evaluating all the specific needs of clients, the stores began offering other supplementary services like video rentals, vending of cellular phones and hair and nail services. Quite a number of alcove shops also sprung up around the stores to capture that market too. On the 8 th of November, 2006, the concept of Walmart Supercenter was introduced in Canada. This concept had succeeded in the United States of America. This was the reason why it was brought to Canada since there were great chances of its survival and subsequent success here. Just as was forecasted, the concept grew rapidly as it attracted an overwhelming crowd of customers. Within a couple of years after creation, the concept had already brought enormous profits to the corporation. Body Walmart Canada embraces quality of services, innovation and utter customer satisfaction. All the goods and services provided in its stores are exactly what its clients need. This implies that the stores capture a wide range of the available markets in a bid to maximize on their profit margins. This is done through effective market study and exemplary managerial skills that make good use of
Arguably, Christianity and Islam are the largest religions in the world. In as much as these two religions differ in mannerism, there are some attributes that are similar in both. Jesus and Muhammad are considered as the figure heads in these religions. The lives and teachings of these two men have influenced people for over 1,000 years. Up to date, these religions are still practiced. In as much as they lived in a different time, their concepts and principles still impact humanity. This paper shall set out to explore the lives of these two religious leaders. To this end, an analysis of their lives shall be presented and their impact to the way we worship today provided. Renard (2011), states that for the thirty years that Jesus spent here on earth, he left a lasting impression to those that knew him and followed his ways. He was born in Israel at Bethlehem around 6BC. As an infant, he lived in Egypt and in Nazareth as a youth. His trade was carpentry and according to documented evidence, he was good at it. He started teaching at the age of thirty and did so for three years. During this period, he attracted both positive and negative attention from the thousands of followers and few political and religious figures that existed at that time. In regard to his teachings, Peters (2010) asserts that Jesus promoted peace love and unity through his actions and teachings. More emphasis was directed towards neighborly love and loving God. He performed many miracles in his life. Despite all these powers, he was peaceful, loving and lived a humble life (had no desire for material wealth). He followed a simple Jewish lifestyle and advocated sharing. He had many controversies surrounding his teaching. He claimed to be God and this claim eventually led to his death after Pilate considered it blasphemous. He rose from the dead and later arose to heaven promising to go and prepare a place in heaven for his followers. On the other hand, Muhammad lived in 571-632 AD. Like Jesus, most of his childhood years were spent travelling from one place to another. He was a shepherd as a child and later became a successful trader as an adult. He married several wives and had children. He started teaching at the age of forty. He preached a message of peace and courage. Renard (2011), states that Muhammad fought many wars. The author further states that during Muhammad’s ministry, many people died at his hand. Mainly, he fought with those that opposed Islam. He later died and never revealed himself to anyone after his death. The death of Jesus Christ was very symbolic to Christians. According to Peters (2010), the death of Jesus was proof that he had power over death. In addition, it symbolized his forgiving and loving nature. This is deduced from the fact that he died for the sins of everyone despite the fact that he himself was without sin. As such, his death proved to Christians that there is life after death and that God is able to forgive sins no matter the magnitude. Repentance in Christianity is influenced by the death of Christ. As such, the death of Christ encouraged Christians to hold true to their faith regardless of the hardships that life th
Introduction Lloyd center is a shopping mall and an entertainment hub located in the Lloyd District of Portland, Oregon, United States. The mall belongs to Glimcher Realty Trust, a firm that focuses on the development and running of shopping centers and malls, and supported by Macy’s, Nordstrom, Marshall’s and JCPenny. The mall is made up of three floors used for shopping, though the third floor mainly houses offices, a food court, an educational center, and an indoor cinema hall. The mall also houses the Lloyd Center Ice Rink, frequently used by young children to skate (Lloyd Center Ice Rink, para. 3). A Historical Perspective Plans for developing Lloyd Center came up as early as 1923. It was named after a Californian oil company director, Ralph B. Lloyd, who died in 1953 aged 78 years, and who desired to put up an area of self-sufficiency that comprised stores and residential areas. However, construction work only begun in 1960, due to key events such as the 2 nd world War and the Great Depression. Lloyd Center opened August 1, 1960, consisting of 100 stores in open-air style. At the time of its opening, the mall was the largest of its kind in the Pacific Northwest and alleged to be the largest in the United States and world. However, this was not true as the Lakewood Center in California, among others, was bigger than Lloyd Mall. It targeted commuters using Portland’s then developing freeway system, in particular the nearby Banfield Expressway. The mall was built in a place that was originally inhabited by African Americans. Significance Lloyd Mall is well linked to the TriMet, the transit system frequently used by the locals. Passenger vehicles park outside while the MAX rail is just a few meters away (Ashforth, para. 3). Due to the number of people that visit it, the mall has played a vital role in the struggle for the freedom of speech in the US, in particular with relation to the extent of free speech within the shopping precincts. The mall was the first defendant in the renowned cases of Lloyd Corp v. Tanner , a judgment of the Unites States Supreme Court that pitted First Amendment rights and personal property, and Loyd v. Wiffen , a judgment of the Oregon Supreme Court. The Lloyd Corp v. Tanner pitted the mall against Donald Tammer, a Vietnam War activist who was giving out anti-war leaflets inside the mall. Donald and his colleagues were then informed that they should stop their act else be liable for arrest, they left the mall and filed suit against Lloyd Corporation that their freedom of speech had been breached. The courts ruled in their favor (The Oyez Project, para. 1). The Lloyd center brings together residents from all over Lloyd district, and with many things to be seen and done. It is an activity and leisure center for the whole of Portland, staging shows and sporting activities at the Rose Quarter. Besides, the mall houses a number of shops and services, there are several offices on the third floor of the mall, these include the World Forestry Center Museum, Portland Children’s Museum, Oregon Historical Society, Oregon Zoo, and Portland center for Performing Arts (