Chicano Culture

1. The American popular culture that engulfs us can tell us a great deal about: who we are, traditions, roots, history, economics, political life, prejudices, values and attitudes. Therefore elaborate on the effects and consequences of the given phenomenon on Chicano culture. CLICK HERE TO ORDER THIS ESSAY!!!!

2. What has been the impact and consequence of the "sounds of East LA" genre on the artistic musical forms of rock ‘n’ roll, R&B and punk? Also discuss the long historical role of the "corrido" to Chicano culture as well as Lalo Guerrero’s contribution to Chicano culture.

3. Articulate and analyze the pejorative role of Chicano racial and cultural stereotypes in Hollywood Cinema and its consequential effects on the perception of Chicano culture by mainstream America.

4. Discuss the historical, social, and cultural roles that Spanish- language newspapers have played in the Chicano community. How was Pedro J. Gonzalez instrumental to the early history of Spanish- language radio? Also have have Chicano/ Latinos responded to the generally negative state of participation of Chicano/ Latinos in mainstream television? CLICK HERE TO ORDER THIS ESSAY!!!!

Culminating Research

Paper instructions:
Main Task: Research Paper or Project
The culminating research project/paper for this course must demonstrate your comprehension, application, analysis, and integration of course work and current research on education for social change. You may choose to write a research paper or conduct research on a current project dealing with educational change. At a minimum, address the following concepts within your paper:

Theories and empirical generalizations of social and/or educational change.
The impact or influence of writers/theorists of social change.
The components of critical dialog.
Social Programs
The relationship between education and social change.
Propose why current school policies are at times the antithesis of theorists such as Freire, Giroux, Derrida and at times in accord with their thoughts. CLICK HERE TO ORDER THIS ESSAY!!!!

Leadership

Leadership occurs in context and is increasingly complex due to globalisation and a myriad of ethical considerations. The successful leader is able to synthesise varied knowledge, draw conclusions, and exercise judgement appropriate for a particular context or situation.

To facilitate this synthesis and provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate the skills you will need to complete your dissertation, the focus of the Module Project will be the critical analysis of a business case. Specifically, you will critically assess how ethics, gender, and the leadership theories you explore in this module impact the following business case.

Finder, J., Brandon, H., Kubasik, C., Comey, J., Klein, E. & Teuber, W.J. (2007) ‘The CEO’s private investigation’, Harvard Business Review, 85 (10), pp.47-60, Business Source Premier [Online].

In a world of so many leadership approaches and theories, how does one identify and implement the best leadership approach for her or his particular leadership situation and context? How does gender impact the way leaders are perceived, particularly in a high-stakes situation? How does a leader determine an ethical course of action?
In this project, you will consider these questions and provide answers based on the theories, approaches, and other information you acquire throughout the module as well as your own research.

Case;

In the final submission, in Week 7, submit approximately 5,000 words in which you address the following:

Synthesise theories and models from the module readings and literature that address the issue in the case.

Utilise effective discussion, analysis, and conclusions showing critical thinking to propose solutions to the case and address the following questions: CLICK HERE TO ORDER THIS ESSAY!!!!

Should a private investigation be conducted and why?

Define and contrast the gender theories of leadership as well as the perspectives on ethical leadership. How are they different and how are they related?

How does gender impact this case?
Identify the contextual cues or aspects of organisational culture that affect the new CEO’s decision making.

Discuss one or more of the leadership approaches and/or theories that would be most helpful to the CEO in this case and why. What outcomes should be expected if the leader adopts any such approaches?

Very important instruction ;

Master referencing and citation.
be sure to cite and reference examples from the module textbook and journal articles presented in this module as well as resources you identify from your own research. Your submissions should demonstrate critical analysis of the topic and a coherent application of related theories. CLICK HERE TO ORDER THIS ESSAY!!!!

Week 7 Weekly Notes

Module Text
Northouse, P.G. (2013) Leadership: theory and practice. 6th ed. Thousand Oaks, California: SAGE Publications, Inc.
Chapter 14, ‘Women and Leadership’

This chapter focuses on the examination of women’s leadership styles and effectiveness in contrast to men’s leadership. It discusses the gender gap in leadership, and finally proposes solutions to promoting women in leadership.
Articles
McKenna, M.A. (2007) ‘Women in power’, New England Journal of Public Policy, 22 (1/2) pp.7-16, Business Source Premier [Online]. Available from: http://sfxhosted.exlibrisgroup.com.ezproxy.liv.ac.uk/lpu?title=new+england+journal+of+public+policy&volume=22&issue=1%2F2&spage=7&date=2007

In this article, the author examines gender gaps in existing leadership roles within the U.S. and around the world. Indicators related to language, stereotypes and expectations (of self and others) help to deconstruct some of the historical inequities. As a result, the author emphasises the need for continued support of women to achieve leadership positions.

Rowley, S., Hossain, F. & Barry, P. (2010) ‘Leadership through a gender lens: how cultural environments and theoretical perspectives interact with gender’, International Journal of Public Administration, 33 (2), pp.81-87, Informaworld Social Science Humanities Collection [Online]. Available from: http://sfxhosted.exlibrisgroup.com.ezproxy.liv.ac.uk/lpu?title=international+journal+of+public+administration&volume=33&issue=2&spage=81&date=2010

This article presents a theoretical analysis of leadership theories from the perspective of gender. Behavioral and contingency theories are explored as well as transformational leadership theory. Gender inequality, gender as a distinct influence in leadership, gender-specific and gender shared leadership traits are explored in depth in an effort to synthesise perspectives and provide a gender-inclusive look into broad-based successful leadership approaches. CLICK HERE TO ORDER THIS ESSAY!!!!

A Life-Changing Moment

Paper instructions:
Think of a specific experience that had a huge impact on you–something that really changed your life in some way (winning the state championship, riding your first roller coaster, surviving a car accident, going on your first date, etc.). Then, write a narrative about that experience. Use time, dialogue, descriptive details, and one point of view to tell the story. Make sure that it has an introduction, several body paragraphs, and a conclusion. The conclusion should explain how this event changed you. CLICK HERE TO ORDER THIS ESSAY!!!!

Discussion Board

Paper instructions:
Topic: There are some educators who do not like to label a school as “Christian” or not. As educators can you work in a public school and lead a “Christian classroom?” Can you see characteristics of public schools that might be termed “Christian”? characteristics of Christian schools that are “secular”?Be sure to use information from the reading and reference it accordingly and cite the appropriately. CLICK HERE TO ORDER THIS ESSAY!!!!

How kid are effected by the media in the United States

Paper instructions:

The country: Is the United States. topic: how media effects children

To begin your topic research for this presentation you should identify a country you want to examine in depth. Next, begin to survey the current “state of the children” of that country. Here you may consider looking at international agency documents and publications for general broad figures and updates. However, you will need to narrow your topic to a specific aspect around children and globalization. For instance, you may be interested in questions about children’s political rights, or consumer culture, or education. You will, hence, need to conduct secondary scholarly research for this assignment at this stage. Journal articles or scholarly books from the field of Childhood Studies and Anthropology of Childhood will be of use here.  CLICK HERE TO ORDER THIS ESSAY!!!!

Written Assignment

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Case Study ? Final Written Paper
See specific details below.
Written Assignment
Required Part I ? Module Five
A. Research and then describe your company’s primary business activities. Include:
1. A brief historical summary,
2. A list of competitors,
3. The company’s position within the industry,
4. Recent developments within the company/industry,
5. Future direction, and
6. Other items of significance to your corporation.
B. Include information from a variety of resources. For example:
1. Consult the Form 10-K filed with the SEC.
2. Review the Annual Report and especially the Letter to Shareholders
3. Explore the corporate website.
4. Select at least two significant news items from recent business periodicals
C. Submit a written report that is 2-4 pages long. The report should be well written with introductory and concluding paragraphs. References must be appropriately cited. Be sure to address all of the points in Section A above, using all of the resources listed in Section B.
Format: Double-spaced, one-inch margins, using a 12-point Times New Roman font. Include a complete bibliography.
Required Part II ? Module Six:
The purpose of the second part of the comprehensive project is to compute financial statement ratios.
A. Based on formulas given in Appendix B, compute the following ratios in Excel for two years.
1. Debt ratio
2. Gross profit margin
3. Free cash flow
4. Times interest earned
5. Accounts receivable turnover
6. Inventory turnover
C. Prepare a DuPont Analysis of ROE for two years, including computations of
1. Return on Sales
2. Asset Turnover
3. Return on Assets
4. Financial Leverage
5. Return on Equity
D. Briefly evaluate the ratio trends. Indicate on your worksheet whether each ratio is:
1. stronger / weaker
2. quicker /slower
3. more / less liquid
4. more / less risk
E. Submit a report. Write a 2-4 page report evaluating trends in all of the above ratios. Discuss whether
your company?s profitability, efficiency, liquidity, and solvency are improving or deteriorating.
Format: Double-spaced, one-inch margins, using a 12-point Times New Roman font.
Required Part III ? Module Seven:
The purpose of the third part of the comprehensive project is to use resources available to obtain industry averages for commonly used ratios. Additionally you will compare company ratio results to industry averages.
A. Obtain the four-digit primary SIC (Standard Industrial Classification) Code and industry title for your company. Record the primary SIC code and industry title at the top of the Ratio Analysis Worksheet.
B. Obtain industry averages for commonly used ratios in the current period. Industry average information is reported by industry title or SIC code.
C. Look up the following industry-average ratios:
1. Current ratio
2. Debt ratio
3. Gross profit margin
4. Times interest earned
5. Accounts receivable turnover
6. Inventory turnover
7. Return on Sales
8. Asset Turnover
9. Return on Assets
10. Financial Leverage
11. Return on Equity
D. Submit a report. Write a 2-4 page report comparing the above ratios to industry averages. Discuss whether your company?s profitability, efficiency, liquidity, and solvency are better than, or worse then, its peers.
Format: Double-spaced, one-inch margins, using a 12-point Times New Roman font.
Required Part IV ? Module Eight:
A. Prepare a well-written titled ?Would You Advise a Friend to Invest in This Company?? based upon your research and analysis of this company’s financial information. Identify 3-5 significant points that justify your conclusion. Support your points with a comprehensive explanation incorporating sound reasoning.
B. Submit a report that is 4-5 pages long. The report should be well written with introductory and concluding paragraphs. References must be appropriately cited.
Format: Double-spaced, one-inch margins, using a 12-point Times New Roman font.
Note that some industry averages may not apply to your company. CLICK HERE TO ORDER THIS ESSAY!!!!