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Bourdieu's cultural capital and linguistic markets in communication

Bourdieu originally outlined three forms of capital: economic, social, and cultural capital; subsequently, he added symbolic capital to the list (Webb, Schirato & Danaher, 2002).

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Machiavelli's strategies for acquiring and maintaining princely power

Machiavelli means that a population can be led either by force or favors. Brute force in order to make a people obedient and favors to keep them. Lands distant and remote are acquired either by arms, wealth or ability. (Chapter III)

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Assessment strategies for diverse learners in standards-based classrooms

As an aspiring educator, I understand the need for judicious and comprehensive assessments. I also understand the limitations of assessments. This course has addressed many of my main concerns about how to teach within a standards-based framework without leaving any child behind.

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Accounting for extended warranty contracts at Circuit City Stores

Circuit City Stores, Inc. Which of the three approaches to accounting for extended warranty and service contracts is most consistent with the actual substance of a sales transaction involving equipment and an extended warranty contract? Explain your selection and your reasoning fully.

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Kogwayay: moral social harmony among the Gebusi

The Gebusi of Papua New Guinea have a complex moral system. On the one hand, homicide is a major problem among the Gebusi. Homicide rates account for a full third of all adult deaths, one of the highest rates ever reported in the world (Knauft).

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Proposed India travel series: textile museum, religious practices, and waste management

India is known for a number of traditional handicrafts and especially for rich textiles. Any visitor to the country is struck by the plethora of saree and fabric-by-the-yard stores lining city streets.

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Organizational signature experiences in employee recruitment and retention

Re: Executive summary of Erickson, T.J. & Gratton, L. (2007). What it means to work here. Harvard Business Review. March 2007.

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Humana Inc.'s implementation of Sarbanes-Oxley Act compliance

No corporation looks forward to implementing new internal controls, but the passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) has made it a necessity for all public companies. According to M.

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Moral ambiguity and compromise in "Thank You for Smoking"

Compromise, defining good and evil, money, vices and morality are some of the other issue which the viewer is tempted to think about after having seen "Thank you for smoking."

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Representative Judy Biggert's legislative record and moderate Republican identity

Representative Judy Biggert: A moderate Republican? On her official website, Representative Judy Biggert describes herself as a 'lifetime' resident of the state of Illinois who is proud to have served as a Republican representative for the 13th district in the House of Representatives since 1999.

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