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Key Insights: Global Issues and Social Dynamics

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Over Half of Europe’s Amphibians Face Extinction by 2050

  1. Due to the effects.
  2. Because the effects of viruses.
  3. They are very pessimistic.
  4. Amphibians are essential to.
  5. When the effects are more.
  6. The extinction of many amphibians.
  7. Because planet warming will.
  8. To reduce gas emissions and to encourage.

Svalbard: The Land Beyond the North Cape

  1. Between Norway and the North Pole.
  2. The name means “cold coast” in Norse.
  3. Probably Norse sailors.
  4. Svalbard became Norwegian.
  5. By boat.
  6. 12º C below zero.
  7. Because of the Polar night there.
  8. Bears are known to hunt humans.

Arranged Marriages

  1. Are usual in Asian countries.
  2. To assist people in finding their ideal.
  3. Are ready to be married if they.
  4. To be as compatible.
  5. Origin.
  6. Can count on their relatives.
  7. Are often prejudiced against.
  8. Try
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Liberalism and Adam Smith's Economic Theory

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Liberalism and Individual Rights

Liberalism starts from the idea that the individual and his rights has to be in the centre of the political reflection. Therefore, the State must guarantee a legal framework that protects individual rights, ensures free exchange and respects the rules of free economic competition. In this way, it is sought or favoured that the citizens can pursue their legitimate personal interests without the State interfering in the markets. So, a liberal State becomes the defender of:
  • Civil liberties (right to life, to freedom, to private property, as well as all the rights that arise from these: honour, religious freedom, right of assembly and association...)
  • Market freedom, by understanding economic freedom as the foundation
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Social and Economic Issues: Homelessness and Work Discrimination

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Homelessness

-homelessness: We currently live in a world where politicians are corrupt, where women do not charge the same as men and where millions of families are taken from their homes for not being able to pay them, that is, we live in an unjust and cruel world and for that reason, In my opinion, we should try to change it.

For start,he problem presented by this image is a social-economic problem. Perhaps, the man is in the street without a home because he does not have a job and because of that, he can not pay for a house and food and for this reason, he asks for money This lack of money may be due to a crisis, how Spain suffered in 2008.

Secondly, the homeless are people who have nothing and for that reason, we should help them, because... Continue reading "Social and Economic Issues: Homelessness and Work Discrimination" »

Food Engineering: Shaping Chile's Agribusiness Future

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Good morning, teacher. In the following presentation, I will talk to you about food engineers and their importance to society. Food engineering produces what our country eats. The importance of good nutrition is not necessarily common sense. In fact, it was only in 1979 that World Food Day was established. In recent years, diverse issues have been addressed, such as food prices, food safety, and biodiversity.

What is a Food Engineer?

A Food Engineer is a professional who can design, plan, adapt, innovate, control, and optimize the production process in the food industry. But what does this mean? To begin with, every engineering discipline implies using knowledge and technologies with a scientific basis (mathematics, biology, and chemistry, among... Continue reading "Food Engineering: Shaping Chile's Agribusiness Future" »

The Risks and Rewards of the Mars Expedition

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Explain why the Mars expedition is a high risk travel.




What happens if the space suit rips?





What happens if the rover breaks down?





What would happen if you lost contact with Earth?





Write two reasons why people shouldn’t go to Mars.

  • Homesickness
  • Extreme boredom

Would you volunteer to go to Mars? Why or why not?




Write about a candidate that is willing to go to Mars. Explain his or her reasons.





Why do people want to go to Mars?



Describe the Mars One Project.

The Mars One Project is a Dutch project that aims at a permanent human colony on Mars.

Write a 5-line paragraph about Malala Yousafzai.

She was born on 12 July 1997 and is a Pakistani activist for female education. She is the youngest Nobel Prize laureate and is known for her human rights advocacy, especially... Continue reading "The Risks and Rewards of the Mars Expedition" »

Face-to-Face vs. Online Learning and the Effectiveness of Curfews During Pandemics

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Is Face-to-Face Learning More Effective Than Online Classes?

Fourteen months ago, a new method of teaching, online classes, was broadly introduced across all educational levels. Since then, a significant debate has emerged regarding the effectiveness of face-to-face classes compared to online learning. Personally, I believe that face-to-face classes yield better results and are far more productive than online classes.

One reason for my stance is that, as a student, I find online classes tempting for multitasking. While I may be listening to the class, my focus is divided. Additionally, certain subjects, such as science, are not conducive to online learning. Beyond theory, practical application is crucial for understanding scientific concepts.... Continue reading "Face-to-Face vs. Online Learning and the Effectiveness of Curfews During Pandemics" »

Internships vs. Additional Coursework: Choosing the Best Path for Your Career

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Introducing ourselves to the labor market after finishing a university degree is a daunting task that weighs heavily on students' minds. When faced with the choice between pursuing additional coursework or undertaking an internship, it's crucial to determine the most suitable option. This essay aims to compare and contrast these two possibilities, highlighting their similarities and differences.

Similarities in Learning Outcomes and Career Prospects

Firstly, it's important to acknowledge that both options can lead to similar outcomes. Regardless of the chosen path, students can acquire valuable knowledge and skills. While the learning approaches may differ, the fundamental principles and concepts remain consistent. Whether gained through theoretical... Continue reading "Internships vs. Additional Coursework: Choosing the Best Path for Your Career" »

The Dawn of Complex Societies: Origins and Features

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Foundations of Early Civilizations

Pastoralism is the domestication and herding of animals such as goats, sheep, and cattle. It emerged once humans established themselves in one place for extended periods, a process known as sedentism. The slash-and-burn technique, where ash from burned trees fertilized the soil, was another early agricultural method.

Defining Civilization and State

A civilization is a complex society characterized by agricultural surpluses, which enable specialized labor, social hierarchies, and the establishment of cities. Key markers include:

  • Writing systems
  • Developed religious systems
  • Sophisticated architecture
  • Centralized political power

A state is an organized community governed by a single political structure.

Societal Structures

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Benchmarking and Reengineering for Business Improvement

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BENCHMARKING

Understand and evaluate the current position of a business or organization in relation to best practices and identify areas for performance improvement. Benchmarking can be applied to any product, process, function, or approach in business.

BENCHMARKING STAGES OF IMPROVEMENT

World class, best in class, efficient, effective, incapable.

PROCESS

  • Choose a product or service or internal department to benchmark
  • Determine which best in class companies you should benchmark against
  • Gather information on their internal performance
  • Compare the data from both organizations to identify gaps in your company’s performance
  • Adopt the processes and policies in place within class performance

REASONS

  • Learning from best practices from any industry and incorporating
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The MIT Press Essential Knowledge Series: Expert Overviews on a Range of Topics

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The MIT Press Essential Knowledge series offers accessible, concise, beautifully produced pocket-size books on topics of current interest. Written by leading thinkers, the books in this series deliver expert overviews of subjects that range from the cultural and the historical to the scientific and the technical.

In today's era of instant information gratification, we have ready access to opinions, rationalizations, and superficial descriptions. Much harder to come by is the foundational knowledge that informs a principled understanding of the world. Essential Knowledge books fill that need. Synthesizing specialized subject matter for nonspecialists and engaging critical topics through fundamentals, each of these compact volumes.



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