Ecological Systems Theory and Hurricane Katrina's Impact on Children
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A 4 page review of the damages that have been inflicted by this national disaster. The author contends that only if we analyze their situations from the Ecological Systems Theory perspective can we truly understand the depth of the scarring. That same theory, however, can serve as an outline in helping us pick up the pieces and trying to remold them into a functional whole. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPhurrCh.rtf

Ecology, Politics And Morality
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6 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses water pollution and human health; campaign financing and apathetic voters; and whistle blowing in the workplace. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCEcPolMor.rtf

Economic Determinism
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This 3 page paper examines Marx's notions and sees economic determinism at the heart of his theories. The reason why money is important in life is discussed. No bibliography.
Filename: SA316ed.rtf

Economics and Ethnicity / Their Importance In Education
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A 3 page overview of the concepts of ethnicity and economic background and their importance to academic success. Relies heavily on 'Multicultural Education in a Pluralistic Society' (1998) Donna Gollnick and Philip Chinn. Concludes that it is neither ethnicity nor economic background which is a primary determinant of academic success but presentation and attitude. No additional sources citred.
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Edgerton's Raney
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The focus of Clyde Edgerton's Raney is the relationship between a newly married couple from very dissimilar backgrounds. This 5 page paper looks at the relationships between the characters in terms of family systems theory, structural theory, Bowen's theory and Satir's modes of communication. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KTranedg.wps

Ehrenreich's Nickel and Dimed in the context of Classical Sociology
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This 7 page paper examines Ehrenreich's book and the concepts it elicits. Social stratification is discussed in the context of her studies as well as in respect to what the following sociologists believed: Marx, Durkhiem, Weber, Simmel, and Veblen. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA411NaD.rtf

Elton Mayo on Society
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10 pages in length. A critical discussion of the life & works of Elton Mayo -- author of "Human Problems of an Industrialized Civilization" and "Social Problems of an Industrialized Civilization." Bibliography lists a total of 4 sources.
Filename: Mayo.wps

Emile Durkheim And Social Problems
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A 10 page paper in which the writer discusses Emile Durkheim's theories, including the theory of anomie, and then applies the theories to the social problems of teenage pregnancy, homelessness and poverty. The writer also discusses why Durkheim's theories can be applied to these social problems. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Emile Durkheim: Overview
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A 5 page paper which discusses some of the theories and perceptions maintained by Emile Durkheim. Some of the subjects discussed are social facts, social forces, suicide, and collective consciousness. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAdurkbs.wps

Engels' The Conditions of the Working Class in England
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This 4 page paper examines this work written by Friedrich Engels. Several quotes are included. The Communist Manifesto is touched on. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA512Eng.rtf

Erik Erikson’s “Identity: Youth and Crisis”
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A 3 page abstract and overview of Erik Erikson’s book “Identity: Youth and Crisis.” No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAererid.rtf

Ernest Becker’s “Escape from Evil” and Lina Wertmuller’s “Seven Beauties”
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This 5 page report discusses and compares the 1976 Lina Wertmuller movie “Seven Beauties” with the 1975 book by Ernest Becker “Escape from Evil.” In both, the positive nature of deceit is always seen against the deadliness of honesty. For example, Becker’s own dark view of what it means to be human is contrasted and emphasized by Wertmuller’s own dark humor regarding what it means to be human. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: BWlena7.wps

Erotic Love, Sex and the Changing Social Perspective
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This 15 page paper provides an overview of changing social perspective regarding erotic love, sex and love in general. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHLove33.rtf

Erving Goffman's Dramaturgical Approach to Human Interaction
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A 7 page research paper that discusses Erving Goffman, one of the twentieth century's most influential sociologists, who developed and supported a dramaturgically oriented approach to explaining the world of human interaction and behavior (De Boer, 1994). This approach to sociology holds promise in regards to both understanding the nature of human behavior in everyday life and also in regards to utilizing this perspective within the context of cultural and art experiences that are designed to have a positive impact on public participation in the arts. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: khegoff.rtf

Ethics and Marx's Economic and Philosophic Manuscripts of 1844
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This 5 page paper takes a look at Marx's writing and highlights aspects that concern ethics. Alienation as a concept is discussed as one example of how Marx was concerned about the ethical treatment of human beings. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA20944.rtf

Ethnocentrism and Cultural Relativism
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This 3 page paper discusses briefly the concepts of ethnocentrism and cultural relativism. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: HVEthCul.rtf

Ethnography and qualitative research
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A paper which considers the relevance of ethnography and qualitative research to the analysis of wider social issues as well as to the observation of cultural lifestyles. Bibliography lists 6 sources
Filename: JLethno.rtf