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Essential literacies for design and management professionals

Although literacy was once defined as the basic skills needed to read and write, there are a now a wide range of literacies that are specifically developed for various professions and disciplines. Such is the case with design and management.

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Presidential legislative effectiveness: FDR and LBJ during national crises

One important way to test the political skills of a U.S. president is to research - through history - that president's legislative record during difficult times. How well did that president handle the challenges of working with Congress to create laws that solved problems?

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Mentoring as a tool for career development and organizational succession planning

Therefore, mentoring has been considered a way of transferring experience. The employee at his turn learns from the mentor through observation, discussion, and by listening to his advice (Winkler, 2002, p. 275).

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Malcolm X's three crucial turning points in the civil rights era

Malcolm X was one of the founding leaders of the Black Islamic Movement within the United States. He is viewed by many to be the second most influential black leader within the Civil Rights era, behind only Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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The evolution of Mormonism from fundamentalism to pragmatism

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, wherein its followers are popularly called Mormons, has a rigorous yet interesting history that makes it an interesting subject of study in the field of social science.

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Communication's role in corporate crisis management and recovery

Communication is one of the most important elements of running a business. It plays a crucial role in daily operations and teamwork, while also being of utmost importance during unusual circumstances such as times of emergency and crisis.

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First-generation immigrant pursuing business economics and family educational goals

personal experiences or circumstances, tell us something about yourself not already or sufficiently communicated in your application that distinguishes you as a potential scholarship candidate.

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A hypothetical dinner with Hitler, Roosevelt, and King

The first knock on the door was hard and pounding. I have a feeling who it might be, but nothing could have prepared me to meet eye-to-eye with Adolf Hitler. He saluted me without a word and marched inside, seating himself at the table.

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Joseph Stalin's use of charisma and coercion to consolidate power

Taking advantage of the political situation that accosted the country during the first years of the 20th century, Joseph Stalin found the perfect ground to achieve power through his charismatic charm and special ability to communicate with people and convince them to join his group of followers.

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Applying DeFour's professional learning communities to develop school mission and vision

Richard DeFour, an educator and school administrator, is well-known throughout the United States for his concept of "Professional Learning Communities." Recently, at xxx school, we were fortunate enough to apply DeFour's principles to develop a mission and vision statement for improved education…

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