Ottawa Public Library Essays and Term Papers
345 Essays on Ottawa Public Library. Documents 76 - 100
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Home School Vs. Public School?
Home School vs. Public School? Home schooling or public education; which is more affective? Most people do not realize this, but being home schooled is not some type of prison for young people. There is not a student sitting at a window dreaming of the local public school. This same student is not yearning for the mystery-meat debate or the extraordinary amount of peer pressure to fit in. This student is in fact living
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The Rights of Individual in the International Public Law
The question of the role of individuals in international law is closely bound up with the rise in the international protection of human rights. This theory maintains that individuals constitute only the subject-matter of intended legal regulation. Only states, and possibly international organizations, are subjects of the law. This has been a theory of limited value. The essence of international law has always been its ultimate concern for the human being and this was clearly
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Is the Idea of Public Service Broadcasting Still Relevant?
Is the idea of Public Service Broadcasting still relevant? The broadcasting has undergone dramatic change in the past two decades. Facing new technologies (multi-channel, broadband and digital convergence), the future of public service broadcasting is now a crucial global concern. Innovative ways to access audiovisual content over the internet, mobile phone networks or other new media becomes ever more common. Television has moved rapidly from four main stations to hundreds, and it is likely to
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How to Conquer Public Speaking Fear
"How to Conquer Public Speaking Fear" I have always been a shy person and publice speaking was one of the hardest class for me. Why do you think I am taking it on the internet? This class is to help me excel in my speaking and speaking in public and I might just need later on. I recently got a job at Bemis and I have to help with meetings and presentations, which might lead
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Nestle's Public Relation Machine Exposed
Nestle's public relation machine exposed This paper gives an overview of the campaign against Nestlй and responds to arguments Nestlй has used in the recent past in letters, booklets and briefings. Also see the Your Questions Answered page and Boycott News, which is archived in the resources section. If you have had any other arguments put to you by Nestlй staff or have any questions of your own, please contact us for further information. Last
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Public Education for Certain People
Public Education for certain People Public education was an unfulfilled promise. Pioneers in Canadian education like Egerton Ryerson championed the cause of school for everyone; regardless of gender, ethnicity, or social standing. A noble ideal and to some point perhaps achieved, but participation does not equal success. Schooling in early Canada was not what it is now. It was a time of growth and a new nation’s social development. Like a newborn in the hands
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Literacy in Public Schools
Literacy in Public Schools Public schools currently have problems with children and their ability to read. In the early years of a child’s education he or she may not have the maturity to handle the pressure of the next grade level. Parents, seeing this as a hindrance, ignore any recommendation to hold their child back. Then their child may develop what may seem to be a learning disability. This learning disability can make school much
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Defining Public Relations
Defining Public Relations Course: MKT/438 Public Relations Public Relations can be explained as any ongoing activity to ensure the said company has a strong public image. Public relations activities can include helping the public to understand the company and its products. Often, public relations are conducted through media (i.e. newspapers, television, magazines, etc.). Public relations is actually considered one of the primary activities utilized by companies for promotion of the company and products. The great
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History of Public Relations in Lebanon
History of Public Relations in Lebanon э Public relations, is an art not a science; it is a developing field of эcommunications. It is the planned and organized effort of institution to establish эmutually beneficial relationship with its various public.э Our advertising professor once said:” If I tell you are handsome and эexciting, that is advertising. If somebody else tells you I am handsome and эexciting, that is sales promotions. If you come and tell
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Prayer in Public Schools: Should It Be Constitutional
Prayer in Public Schools: Should It Be Constitutional The courts have ruled against prayer in school. Many agree with decision; yet many disagree including myself. Prayer should be allowed in public school because it is already practiced, it prevents immoral acts, and it enhances the learning environment. The issue of prayer in school has been debated in the U.S. since the North West Treaty (1787and 1789) which states: " Religion, morality, and the knowledge being
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Public Health System in Cuba
The public health system in Cuba has become one of the most praised systems of our time. Even though their health system is very successful, the island has endured some hardships, but continues to stay healthy. Cuba is, to this day, under the U.S. embargo, adapting to their limited resources (medicine and equipment), continuing to educate thousands of students, and saving the lives of millions while trying to piece together what is left of their
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Public Relations Paper
Public Relations Paper Public relations means many different things to many different individuals, businesses, and marketing firms. The true definition of public relations will be determined based on the nature of the work being done and the targeted group for a company to provide its goods and services to. In this paper, a personal definition of public relations will be given. In addition, three extra definitions of public relations will be presented. A thorough comparison
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Should Sex Ed. Be offered in Public Schools?
Should Sex Ed. Be Offered In Public Schools? By: Jessica Blanton “ Should Sex Education be offered in Public Schools? ” Sex can be traced back as far as Adam and Eve, the first two people on this planet. Today, all age groups encounter things associated with sex, but it is not a problem that concerns everyone. The problem that has been at hand for more than thirty years is should sex education classes be
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Public Speaking
Before I started this class, if someone would have asked me if I wanted to give a speech in front of a large audience, I would have laughed in their face. But in reflection of my semester in speech class, I would now jump at the chance to talk in front of an audience. True, it is partially because I enjoy making a fool of myself, but it is in large part due to the
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The Ice-Fili Public Limited Case Study
Introduction The Ice-Fili Public Limited Company rightly deserves to be considered one of the oldest ice-cream producers in Russia. The Ice-Fili is one of Russia’s most famous and admired companies, both because of its entrepreneurial success and socially progressive vision. In its present form, it was incorporated on the basis of Frozen Products Plant No. 8, which was set up 65 years ago with support from Anastas Mikoyan, a popular and influential political figure. The
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Public Funding for Stadiums
The funding of sports stadiums has recently been a very hot topic in the sports media. Most of the modernly built stadiums have been publicly funded, which begins a large debate. What rewards does the community receive when a stadium comes to town? Is a sports stadium a positive or negative investment for the community? This debate hits close to home with the city of Cincinnati recently constructing two new stadiums for the local pro
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Public Relations Campaign: Strategy Paper
Public Relations Campaign: Strategy Paper Public Relations – MKT 438 Parthiv Shah University of Phoenix January 19, 2008 Introduction Effective marketing has enabled McDonald’s to become one of the largest and most profitable fast food service restaurants in the world. The aim of public relations and marketing is to make selling your product, services and brand name superfluous. McDonald’s public relations and branding strategy is essential in order to build solid relationships and provide healthy
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Sex Education in Public Schoold
Sex Education in Public Schools Today, there are many young people that are sexually active. There are many things that contribute to them becoming active such as peer pressure, TV shows, commercials, and curiosity. After they have begun to have sex, they may not realize the risks and dangers that they are setting themselves up for. By, having sex education in public schools, young people can learn about their body, learn how to protect themselves,
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Should Louisiana Government Be Allowed to Ban Smoking in Public Places?
Opinionated Paper #1 Should Louisiana Government be allowed to ban smoking in public places? If smoking is allowed in public places then the freedom of the non smoker is taken away. If we don’t allow smoking in public places then the smoker’s freedom is then restricted. Therefore banning smoking is a decision between the health of a whole nation versus the freedom of a minority. Which is more important? The millions of people that die
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The Epitome of Public Enemy
The Epitome of Public Enemy Political dissidents abound in the United States, a fact that worries conservatives like Michael Barone. In the question of whether a Socratic gadfly is a benefit to society or, as Barone terms it, a "covert enemy," I will explain both Barone's and Socrates' arguments, after which I will give arguments in favor of questioning the government and its policies. Finally, I will respond to an important objection that Barone could
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Public Speaker
1. Who is one public speaker that you admire (someone famous or someone you know)? Why? How can you emulate that person the next time you have the opportunity to give a presentation? Explain one way you might include that skill or characteristic in your team Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation due at the end of Week Five. Well, for me I think the best speaker was John Fitzgerald Kennedy our 35th President. His Inaugural Address offered
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Public School Funding
Education: Public School Funding All across America students go to school to learn and prepare for their futures. Imagine students of all ages walking into a classroom with new desks with four stable legs, new chairs that aren’t cracked or missing parts and sitting down to their personal laptop provided by the school. This sounds like a school that most parents would want their children to attend. But how would parents find a school like
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Managing Knowledge and Learning at Nasa and the Jet Propulsion Library
Managing Knowledge and Learning at NASA and the Jet Propulsion Library 1. What are the implications of “faster, better, cheaper” for knowledge management? That is, what advantages and disadvantages are there for the creation, capture and transfer of knowledge? Simply put, FBC is incompatible with effective KM. First, there pressure to accomplish more in less time absolutely requires that employees carry huge workloads with little room for revision, evaluation or documentation. It is impossible to
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Public Relations Issues
As the public relations manger I have been asked to outline issues with regards to the working conditions within this firm. I have had concerns about a variety of areas and I wish to address you all on them. As new employees you are required to do the same job as others in the same position for the same amount of money. Because you are new does not mean you should be paid any less
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The Importance of Public Speaking Course
THE IMPORTANCE OF PUBLIC SPEAKING COURSE. It is fundamentally correct to agree that public speaking course is of immense importance when the outcome is looked upon. Firstly ,it construct your self confidence ,self concept, self worth, self -perception, and self-esteem. . Futhermore, public speaking increase the crave for knowledge causing you to seek fulfillment by utilizing the Research Skills . Additionally through public speaking course the academic improvement and development that can happen is endless.
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