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How vocal organs produce speech and the human ear processes sound

Speech is a physical action and the process of articulating sound draws upon multiple organ systems of the body. "The central organs involved in the production of speech sounds include: the lungs, larynx, and vocal tract (the oral cavity, nasal cavity, and pharynx)" (Hurley 1996).

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Nabokov's coming of age in Speak, Memory chapters 10-13

In Chapter 10 of Speak, Memory, Nabokov reflects on his cousin Yuri who is described as being "thin, sallow faced" with "luminous gray eyes," (196). Yuri did not like to play with frogs or insects and was squeamish. He also was not into sports.

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Qualitative and quantitative research methods in social sciences

Quantitative research is data-driven and often used to answer an experimental or quasi-experimental question. It may use a comparison between an experimental group and a control group to establish scientifically valid and falsifiable results.

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General strategies for reducing bias in multicultural classrooms

What ideas did you find useful from the section "General Strategies" that would help you in your teaching? General strategies for multicultural teaching include tips related to the learning environment, the lessons, leading class discussions, and communications.

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Developing a community health intervention program for radon exposure prevention

There are many state and federal organizations that might be useful in preventing problems associated with radon exposure. If a radon health problem surfaced in my community, I would examine the various local, state, and federal organizations that provided me with information.

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Migration, acculturation, and sexual risk among West Indian immigrants

Greater understanding is needed in how migration and acculturation may shape sexual risk and protection among the West Indian immigrants.

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The persistence of memory and surrealist imagery in art appreciation

Five years from now, you chat with a friend about your favorite humanities class (this one, naturally). What were your favorite artworks encountered throughout the course that you will share with them? Why?

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The American Dream as myth and meritocracy in American sociology

Definition of Concept/Theory: The American Dream is one of the most pervasive elements of American consciousness and identity. It is the cornerstone of the myth of meritocracy in America, as the American Dream suggests that anyone can achieve upward social mobility simply by working hard.

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Pat Mora and Shirley Geok-Lin Lim's definitions of American identity

People from different, cultures, countries, and ethnicities have long viewed America as the land of opportunity. Pat Mora and Shirley Geok-Lin Lim offer differing views of what it means to be an American and how they define being an American.

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The value of professional networking in business relationships

'it's not what you know, but who you know.' I have often heard this cliche repeated again and again, in regards to networking.

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