Analysis of Social Influence in the Media
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A five page paper which looks at the way in which social influence in the media may be analysed, in terms of advertising strategy, target audience, and the theoretical and pragmatic aims of the advertiser.
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Approaches to Communication: Functionalist, Interpretive, and Critical
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A 6 page outline of the many approaches to communication. Delineates between three most basic of these: the functionalist, the interpretive and the critical. Defines the functionalist approach as one which relies almost solely on emotion. Clarifies that the intensity of an individual's approach and whether it is directed at explanation or an attack of another approach is what distinguishes between the interpretive and the critical approaches to communication.
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Arabic
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of the Arabic language, emphasizing the distinctions made in use and concluding that, contrary to popular belief, Arabic is not differentiated along socioeconomic classes but, rather, in terms of the formal, written style and the informal, oral tradition. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Argument Questions
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A 3 page paper answering 3 questions addressing topics of critical thinking, stereotyping and effective argument techniques. The questions are answered from the personal perspective of a single mom. No sources listed.
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Article Critique/Sollod on Curriculum
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A 4 page analysis that examines the essay "The Hollow Curriculum" by clinical psychologist Robert N. Sollod. In this essay, Sollod argues that there should be more focus on religion and spirituality within the curricula of institutions of higher learning. This examination of Sollod's essay focuses on its style and organization, rather than the validity of his points. In other words, this critique endeavors to answer the question of whether or not Sollod convincingly uses the elements of rhetoric to persuade his readers that he is correct in his viewpoint. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khsollod.rtf

Article Review: Lessons Learned By Journalists
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A 2.5 page paper that reviews: Lessons Learned: A Lawsuit's Impact on Journalistic Behavior by Paul S. Voakes. This essay provides the purpose of the study, the hypotheses, the, methodology, the results and implications. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Barbados: The Geography, Economy and People
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8 pages in length. All about Barbados, the geography, culture and facts of this island colony. Includes statistics on population and information on relocating to the island for permanent living. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Barriers to Effective Communication
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An 8 page paper discussing several points that may occur as barriers to conveying or receiving a message. There are many potential barriers to effective communication, either on a large scale or on a one-to-one basis. In some cases, it is the responsibility of both the speaker and listener to be aware of potential “disconnects” that can occur. In all cases, the speaker carries the greater responsibility to ensure that what it is that s/he means to convey is what the audience is hearing. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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