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Grip Strength, 2007.
An experiment analyzing the relationship between grip strength and gender.
731 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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This paper presents an experiment that was done in order to test the relationship between grip strength and gender. The paper presents the methods used to do the experiment and the results and concludes with a discussion on the results obtained. The paper concludes that while the results indicate greater grip strength among males than among females, they do not form a conclusive case against the suitability of females for physically demanding situations.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Materials and Methods
Results
Discussion
From the Paper
"General knowledge suggests that the average male grip strength is greater than the average female grip strength. When visitors to AnswerBag.com, a popular Q&A site, were asked the question, "are men stronger than women?" each of the six responses indicated a belief that men are stronger (Kovaciny). This was used as a hypothesis: If fourteen subjects consisting of both genders equally represented and of a similar or equivalent average age, then those subjects of the male gender will have demonstrably greater grip strength."
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The Leadership Constellation, 2006.
This paper is a research proposal to study job satisfaction of workers in drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers as related to organizational leadership.
5,590 words (approx. 22.4 pages), 25 sources, APA, $ 135.95
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This paper explains that the proposed research will focus on the identification of three leadership traits and will correlate job satisfaction to these leadership qualities in drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers. The author relates that the methodology will be surveys of two sample populations of (1) 75-100 workers and (2) top and middle managers in residential substance abuse treatment centers in the local area. The paper stress that the objective of the study is to find a way to improve working conditions, reduce on the job stress, and increase job effectiveness of residential substance abuse workers.
Table of Contents:
Background of the Problem
Significance of the Problem
Literature Review
Summary
Research Questions and Hypotheses
Research Design and Methodology
Study Population
Survey Instrument
Data Analysis
Limitations
Conclusion
From the Paper
"A majority of the studies on job satisfaction involved nurses of various ranks and settings. Although these studies do not address the intended sample population directly, they still tell us many factors that consistently affect job satisfaction. Elements, such as leadership styles and qualities were found to affect health care workers in many settings. Problems associated with staff shortages and attrition is not limited to substance abuse workers. These problems were found to represent a pandemic that has struck the health care industry on a global basis."
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Diabetes Mellitus, 2007.
A research proposal to examine the high rate of type II diabetes in the African-American population.
1,952 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 57 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This research examines the diabetes epidemic among African- Americans; the broad range of risk and structural factors that contribute to the disease onset in this population group. The paper focuses on the African-American population, disproportionately affected by diabetes. This study effort emphasizes the necessity for equal application and implementation of health care interventions in the context of disease populations, disease management of the most common, costly and complex treatable diseases, as well as, chronic conditions with the greatest disparities in care.
Outline:
Abstract
I. Diabetes in People of Color
i) Understanding
ii) Aims and Objectives
iii) One Voice Counts
II. Review of Relevant and/or Related References
From the Paper
"On an average, African Americans are 1.8 times more likely to have diabetes than whites of similar age. For every six whites with diabetes, 10 African Americans have diabetes, accompanied with a 27 percent higher mortality rate. Nearly 3.2 million (13.3 %) of all African Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes and suffer from higher rates of serious complications, which include heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, blindness, kidney disease, nervous system disease, amputations, neuropathy, dental disease, and complication of pregnancy. Diabetes, one of the most common and costly health problems, is also among the most preventable diseases."
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Emotional Intelligence, 2007.
An analysis of literature regarding emotional intelligence and the impact of emotional intelligence on an individual's success.
2,336 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper presents reviews of literature discussing emotional intelligence. The paper discusses the relationship between transformational leadership and emotional intelligence, as well as emotional intelligence in gifted adolescent students. It then goes on to analyze the methods used in the studies and to describe the studies' limitations.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Survey Method
Experiment
Conclusion
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" In all three studies, the impact of emotional intelligence on an individual's success rate was tested. Whether it was a survey, experiment or assessment used all three tested the same basic elements using different populations and different approaches. Overall it appears that the research supports the belief that emotional intelligence is a factor to consider when studying human nature and drive, however, there may be elements of certain populations (IE gifted) where other factors override therefore de-emphasis the significance of emotional intelligence with regard to success. These three studies are important to the future examination of the topic because they indicate that there may well be variations in the type of person who benefits from having a high emotional intelligence. This will be important to understand for the purpose of career training and educational paths in the future."
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Patient Satisfaction, 2007.
A study identifying and measuring the dimensions of patient satisfaction within a qualitative research methodology framework.
3,790 words (approx. 15.2 pages), 17 sources, MLA, $ 104.95
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This study aims to identify, from a qualitative perspective, those components of healthcare that are related to patients' perception of quality of care and how these relate to their overall satisfaction. The paper also aims to determine whether a quantitative component is required to complete the analysis in a comprehensive fashion. The paper then reviews relevant peer-reviewed and scholarly literature to support its conclusions.
Table of Contents:
Review and Discussion
Background and Overview
Measuring the Dimensions of Patient Satisfaction
Dimensions of Patient Satisfaction
Qualitative versus Quantitative Patient Satisfaction Surveys
Five Characteristics of Effective Quantitative Research
Conclusion
From the Paper
"The bad news is that while qualitative patient satisfaction surveys represent a low-cost and generally effective and efficient method of collecting a great deal of relevant information in a fairly short period of time, the method has its limitations. For instance, Maruish (2004) reports that the return rates for qualitative patient satisfaction surveys that are mailed to healthcare consumers are typically low, in some cases so low as to limit the representativeness of the data that is received. Furthermore, there is no method available to objectify or validate the patients' perceptions of change due to treatment, particularly because the reported degree of change tends to be overstated; patient satisfaction surveys also provide researchers with scant information related to symptomatic change, and the resulting data is not available to help address problems that may occur during the patient's initial treatment (Maruish, 2004)."
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Research Methodology, 2007.
A discussion on which methodology to use in research.
4,226 words (approx. 16.9 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 112.95
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This paper discusses the importance of using the correct and appropriate research methodology. It explains that a qualitative or quantitative analysis is often the perfect fit for a given research topic, but knowing the difference in the methodologies is required, as well as when they should be use separately or in combination with each other or another research methodology. To this end, the paper provides a critical evaluation of the merits and shortcomings of qualitative and quantitative research techniques and procedures, followed by a summary of the research and salient findings in the conclusion.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Review and Discussion
Qualitative Research
Quantitative Research
Discussion
Conclusion
References
From the Paper
"This lengthy history of controversy has added some fuel to the current fires over which research technique is superior and why, especially during a period in history where so much information has now become available for analysis that was not possible even a few years ago. According to Goodson and Phillimore (2004), "Researchers are beginning to consider important issues concerning the nature of research and knowledge, the role of researchers, the ways in which research questions are determined and the ways in which data are interpreted" (p. 42). Much of this attention has been directed to the application of qualitative techniques in social research settings. "Increasingly," Crowley advises, "courses in educational research, conferences, and professional associations focus on the use of qualitative methods, and a plethora of textbooks, journal articles, and research monographs have been published in recent years" (1994, p. 55)."
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Transparency And Accountability In Local Governments, 2007.
A research proposal to gauge the success of adopting town hall meetings as a strategy for promoting transparency and accountability in local governments, in Ondo State, Nigeria.
3,824 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 104.95
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The paper presents a study proposal to determine what strategies will work to promote transparency and accountability in local government in Ondo State, Nigeria. The writer explores the principles behind town hall meetings and provides a suggested methodology to determine how well received such a government structure might be in the area. The paper concludes that while experts agree that there is no trust between the people of Nigeria and the government structures that govern them, little has been examined on how to correct the problem. This study provides answers so that future decisions can be made about how to restructure local governments for the betterment of Nigerian society.
Outline:
Introduction
Statement of Problem
Town Hall Meeting Structure
a) Public Hearing
b) Citizen Comments
Methodology
Data Collection
Interviews
Limitations Of Study
Conclusion
References
From the Paper
"Citizen comments have long since been part of town hall meetings in local government. Citizens attend the local government meeting and sign up to be heard. There is usually a time limit on how long they can speak thereby giving many the opportunities to be heard. The local government usually places a rule where the officials cannot respond or defend they must simply listen to the comments of the citizens and take note."
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Phenomenology, 2007.
A study on leadership in organizations using the phenomenological approach.
1,266 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper discusses the methodology chosen for this research, one of a qualitative nature. This research is of the type that attempts to understand the views and perceptions in specific situations and uses a method described as phenomenological research in which the question of the research is answered through experientially acquired knowledge. The paper explains that in the phenomenological method of research the researcher has inside knowledge of that being researched and gains knowledge through viewing multiple perspectives of the same situation, which allows the research to make generalizations. It offers methodology, data and data analysis. The paper also includes tables to quantify points made.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Study Design - Phenomenological
Research Questions
Research Instrument
Sampling
Rationale for the Study
Data Collection Procedures
Data Analysis
Bibliography
From the Paper
"The design of this study is phenomenological and is the proper methodology for study in this type of research. The Phenomenological approach has as its purpose the illumination of the specific and the identification of phenomena "through how they are perceived by the actors in a situation." (Lester, 1999) In the work entitled: "An Introduction to Phenomenological Research" Stan Lester states that phenomenological research: "In the human sphere this normally translates into gathering 'deep' information and perceptions through inductive, qualitative methods such as interviews, discussions and participant observation, and representing it from the perspective of the research participant(s).""
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Breast Cancer Screening, 2007.
A comprehensive study proposal to measure the success of mammogram as a breast cancer screening tool.
4,441 words (approx. 17.8 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 116.95
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This study proposal targets several detection methods and measures the mammogram's success rate against incidences of detection in which the cancer patient did not have routine mammograms performed. The study hypothesizes that using mammograms as an early detection tool for breast cancer in women between the ages of 40-49 will produce significant early detection thereby making early treatment more possible.
Table of Contents:
Statement Of Problem
Significance Of Study
Review Of Literature
Hypothesis
Design Of Study
Population
Method Of Gathering Data
Instrumentation
Sampling
Data Collection
Results
Recommendations
Discussion
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"The significance of this study is that it will allow physicians to become more confident in what tests and tools they order used in the suspicion of breast cancer.
"This not only means a higher survival rate for the patients but it also can mean a reduced financial strain on the insurance companies and the health field in general. Many people who have cancer do not have insurance and this means that the cost of treatment almost always falls to the taxpayers to handle. Early detection provides the ability to use less invasive and fewer lengthy treatment options which in turn mean that it creates a reduced cost to treat."
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Efficacy of Drug Treatment in Breast Cancer, 2007.
A research proposal for a patient perception study on the efficacy of drug treatment in breast cancer patients.
2,122 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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The paper proposes a patient perception that would look at whether patients' perceived efficacy of their cancer treatment equals that of their doctors' analysis of their well being as cancer patients. The study seeks to establish whether a particular type of treatment and cancer drug helps improve the patient's perception of the improvement of their health condition. The paper discusses and analyzes extensively descriptions of patient profiles and their attitude towards their sickness.
Outline:
Introduction
Review Of Related Literature
Research Objectives
Methodology
a) Research Design
b) Research Methods
i) Survey
ii) Focus Interviews
c) Sampling
d) Data Analysis
Bibliography
From the Paper
"Though this study follows a dominantly quantitative paradigm, the researcher will also informally interview medical doctors in order to generate information that may not be provided or discussed in the patient perception survey. These information and data includes interviewing the doctor about patients' histories, response to cancer drug treatment, and his/her overall opinion about the patient in general."
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Clinical Decision-Making Skills, 2007.
This paper is a research proposal to study the relationship between levels of knowledge and clinical decision-making skills in third-year nursing students in pre-registration degree and diploma programs in a U.K. university.
2,835 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 84.95
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This paper explains that novice nurses cannot come forth with any type of intuitive judgment without first having gained experience but the novice can bring to the clinical situation the years of experience gained in multiple clinical and life situations. The author proposes using a phenomenological interpretive methodology, which is based on the principle of hermeneutics and is of an interpretive qualitative nature. The paper discusses the procedure for using this focus group methodology with paired interviews of novice and expert nurses.
Table of Contents:
Objective
Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
Data Collection
Data Analysis
Strengths/ Weaknesses or Limitations
Procedure of Focus Group Interview
Summary
From the Paper
"Through use of this analysis, the competencies required as the individual moves from the stages of novice to expert are easily identified. Benner discovered through listening to expert nurse narratives that the key to their development of expertness was based in their ability to 'experience' nursing, and to integrate this experience into both existing and new knowledge. From this integration of experience and knowledge, new paradigms are developed and available in future 'like' situations."
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IS Strategy and Design, 2007.
This paper is a research plan to understand how external events influence information systems (IS) strategy and design, to identify potential negative impacts and to reconcile ethical issues.
4,815 words (approx. 19.3 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 123.95
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This paper critiques the three basic enquiry methods, described in the paper, which are the simple mode, including inductive consensual and analytic-deductive methods, the complex mode, including the multiple realities method, and the innovative mode, including the unbounded systems thinking (UST) method. The author points out that the rationale behind the PEST analysis is that there must be a fit between the capabilities of the company and the external environment if the company is to survive. The paper uses HP company as the example for analysis and the project of the future.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Task 1 - Modes of Enquiry
Critique of Modes of Enquiry
Inductive-Consensual
Analytic-Deductive
Multiple Realities
Unbounded System Thinking, UST
Task 2 - External Environments
Company Introduction
PEST Analysis
Political
Economic
Socio-Cultural
Technological Environment
Task 3 - Impact on IS Strategy
Enterprise Virtualization
High-end Printing 16
Mobility
Acquisitions
Lay-Offs
Ethical Issues
Task 4 - The Next Five Years
From the Paper
"By concentrating on the three major business and aligning them with the IS strategy, HP ensures that the needs and requirements of growing technological trends will be met. In addition to the technology factors, the social factors in terms of lay-offs will have to be considered since human resources are always an important factor in IS strategy and design. Further, acquisition of other companies or technology entities to feel the IS niche is a viable option to safeguard their status as a technology leader."
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