ʻaina‚ He kaua ke kanaka (The land is the chief‚ the war is the people). The ʻaina and its importance to our culture and lives are well explained within the two articles. Patricia Tummons is the author of article number one‚ titled “ Terrestrial Ecosystem”. It is a fervent article about the restoration and protection of the endemic plant and animal life of Hawaiʻi. Article number two is called “Hoea ea: Land education and food sovereignty in Hawaiʻi” written by Manulani Aluli Meyer. Hoʻea ea is about
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ECOSYSTEMS BIODIVERSITY- the variety of life on Earth and the essential interdependence of all living things. Three components of biodiversity; 1. Genetic- variety within species 2. Species- all different species 3. Ecosystems- can support diversity Advantages of biodiversity Oxygen Food Clean water Medicine Aesthetics Intrinsic vs Utilitarian value Intrinsic value is something that has value in and of itself Utilitarian value is the value something has‚ as a means
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The Interaction Hypothesis (IH) is attributed to Michael Long (1981) is based primarily on the work of Stephen Krashen and Evelyn Hatch. Long emphasized the importance of comprehensible input that was central to Krashen’s Input Hypothesis but claimed that this input was most likely to be acquired during interactions which involved discourse modifications. This claim supported that of Hatch (1978) who showed a direct link between the way learners acquired a second language (l2) and the interactions
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Diverse Nature of Psychology Mary Field PSY490 August 12‚ 2012 Jennifer Jeziorski Diverse Nature of Psychology Psychology has a diverse nature. Diversity describes the diverse nature of the field not diversity in human race. The following paper will define two examples of sub-disciplines of psychology and two theories connected to the sub-disciplines‚ how these two examples connect with contemporary society other than psychology‚ relate sub-disciplines to a theoretical perspective‚ and
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The Interaction of Language and Culture Language has a deep connection into our daily life and is fundamental to our culture; it’s hard to imagine life without using a language. In fact‚ language plays a big role when a person is trying to convey his/hers thoughts. Languages are different from one another in innumerable ways‚ just because people talk differently does not necessarily mean that they think differently. However‚ according to Edward Spair and Benjamin Whorf‚ language can shape the
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involvement and family‚ relationships with peers are another important stage of child development. Friendships suggest a new type of socialization for children‚ where the social interactions offer development of skills and interests. As mentioned by Aseltine (1995)‚ peer groups are often formed based on social interaction opposed to social influence. Individuals tend to gravitate towards other of similar interests‚ where the group then fosters particular attitudes and beliefs. In relation to the social
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Although social interaction is complex‚ I believe that it is vital to human health‚ both mentally and physically. Many people find it hard to open their hearts and share their feelings and problems. However‚ social interaction where people can talk out their problems and feel accepted and understood is very beneficial to mental health. When I was nursing my wife through cancer and knowing she would not survive‚ I kept my feelings to myself to be strong for my wife and child. The mental strain
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perspectives‚ values and beliefs‚ which can create blinders that keep people from accurately reading research information. C. Objectivity in approaching information means that we suspend
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AAEFES - How Diverse Are They Really? What defines diversity and inclusion in the workplace? A diverse and inclusive workplace is necessary and crucial for companies to be successful on a global scale‚ and enables them to be able to attract and retain needed employees with a specific skill set. “It is no longer simply a matter of creating a heterogeneous workforce‚ but using that workforce to create the innovative products‚ services‚ and business practices that can set a company apart‚ and
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culturally diverse workplace outweigh the disadvantages Nowadays‚the changing composition of national populations result from increased immigration.Globalisation is one of the factor in cultural diversity.Most of companies need to be competitive in the international market.Therefore‚people no longer live and work in an insular marketplace.This essay argues the benefits of a culturally diverse workplace surpass the drawbacks. Companies can improve customer service in a culturally diverse workplace
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