Today‚ computers and access to the Internet are a gateway to endless information. People can find just about anything on the Internet with the click of just a few buttons. File sharing was introduced in the late 70’s and since then‚ has continued to grow. It boomed in the 90’s with the introduction of mp3 files. There are millions of people who use file sharing in legal ways. However‚ that number is masked by the amount of people who abuse the concept of file sharing and downloaded copyrighted
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The Need for Peer Pressure Aaron C. Ainsworth Post University Abstract Everyone is continuously exposed to peer pressure. Peers can influence everything from what an individual chooses to wear to whether or not they engage in drug related or other delinquent behavior. Many individuals are taught the negative effects associated with peer pressure but few are shown the importance and necessity for peer pressure. This paper addresses the necessity and need for positive peer influence in relation
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What makes an effective leader? A leader is an individual who guides a community‚ country‚ or group. Alexander The great‚ Asoka‚ and Jesus are leaders who exemplify all the qualities of an effective leader. Despite hardships‚ these men had to over come‚ they ended up helping their people and their empires and showed that they weren’t pushovers. These three men got respect from their followers by means of charm and fear. They all were accepting of people who did not follow them. Asoka and Alexander
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ICT in Education: A Catalyst for Effective Use of Information Rev. Dr. Obiora Nwosu Esoswo Francisca Ogbomo Rev. Dr. Obiora Nwosu is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Library and Information Science‚ Nnamdi Azikiwe University‚ Awka. He can be reached at the Department of Library and Information Science‚ Faculty of Education‚ Nnamdi Azikiwe University‚ Awka‚ Nigeria. He can be reached at: obinwachrist@yahoo.com. Esoswo Francisca Ogbomo is an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Library
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What outrages you? What are you doing about it? 1000 characters “I don’t know”‚ one of the most common phrases which is a limit we place on ourselves. We accept our lack of knowledge and prevent further thought. A limit is defined as “something that bounds or confines”. Nothing drives me crazier than watching this. Accepting a limit creates a comfort zone that does not allow for improvement. Through coaching and tutoring I am able to help others challenge themselves. Coaching‚ I was introduced
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What makes us good citizens? It is hard to answer that question because every person can think about different definition of a good citizen. Many can call themselves good citizens just because they work‚ pay taxes and obey law. But is it enough? Not for everyone. Good citizens do not serve their own interest but rather understand that their deeds affect the world around them. They serve their families‚ friends and others in need without prejudice and selfishness. They care about the condition of
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"Peer Pressure is an influence that creates or the desire for change." Most teenagers agree that they will follow a peer’s decision rather than their parents’ or the authority’s. Peers are more influential in a teen’s life and tend to have more power than parents. Peer pressure has always been present and will also always be present. It is not a disease or a crime‚ it is merely and influence; either a negative or a positive one. WHAT IS NEGATIVE PEER PRESSURE? Negative peer pressure is an influence
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In this essay‚ Stan speaks about how satisfying it can be when you sacrifice for others. First of all‚ he talks about the setting‚ he says it’s a Christmas Eve in Timisoara. He mentions that he wants to go watch a movie with his friends. He describes that there is a rumor going on that there will be oranges for sale. Second‚ Stan decides to surprise his brother with some oranges because he knows it will make him really happy‚ and he will make his parents proud. Stan mentions that he forgets to go
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University of Phoenix Material Individual Worksheet: Constructive Feedback (Due Week Two) There are four guidelines for effective feedback: 1) Describe the situation or behavior a) specifically b) without making assumptions c) in concrete terms‚ not judgments 2) Explain your reaction to the behavior‚ or the consequences of the behavior a) specifically b) related to the behavior‚ not the person c) calmly d) without exaggeration 3) Request a change (if needed) a) realistically b) invite
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One of the external feedbacks I gained was from my aunt‚ who has taught in high school in Korea for more than ten years as an English teacher. She has been guiding high schoolers for the official mock United Nation conference in Korea; thus‚ she provided good points on this lesson plan. First‚ she argues that one day lesson will not be applicable to achieve all the goals and objectives. This‚ she suggests to make this lesson plan to three to four-day-lesson or seminar‚ and set up a goal for each
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