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Semantic memory and the evolution of human language

According to a widely accepted theory of memory, the two principle components of long-term memory are episodic memory and semantic memory (Robinson-Riegler, 207).

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Alcohol prohibition at Camp Bonsteel and lessons from American Prohibition

Prohibited Consumption of Alcohol at Camp Bonsteel in Kosovo is neither necessary for camp operations nor beneficial to the morale of enlisted personnel.

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How perception and sensation differ in cognitive processing

Perception refers to cognition i.e. understanding of what is being viewed. When lights falls on the retina and creates an image instantaneously, it is our perception that helps us see what the image represents.

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Optimal leadership roles for dominant result-oriented DISC personalities

Effective leadership and organizational management requires being able to work with various personality types, and this skill begins with understanding oneself.

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Mental rotation of two-dimensional and three-dimensional geometric shapes

At the outset of this research study, we hypothesized that in terms of the ability to perform mental rotation of geometric shapes, reaction time (and overall ability in general would be strongly influenced by: (1) prior visual familiarity with the shape or object; and (2) whether the object was…

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Attachment theory and peer influence in personality development

Personality is a set of characteristics that influences the way a person thinks and behaves in numerous situations. It also influences the person's motivations.

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Bastards of the Party: anomie and strain theory in gang formation

The Anomie concept of human social behavior dates back to the turn of the 20th century and sociologist Emile Durkheim.

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Teachers as moral examples in public school classrooms

One of the most important roles that a teacher plays is that of the moral example. Many children come into the classroom today with few examples of how to act in a moral manner.

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The role of school resource officers in education

As an ASBJ contributing editor, Susan Black, an educational researcher and writer, explores the roles of SRO's, such as in law enforcement, classroom instruction, D.A.R.E, school advisors, and as role models.

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The ethics of target marketing toward minority groups

Target Marketing Ever Bad? There are numerous issues related to marketing that specialists cannot agree upon them being ethical or not.

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