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		<title>Prospect of Barcode Reader Makers</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is a superfluous exaggeration to assert that barcode readers are the most distinguished invention of the latest century. Even then, they have achieved and maintained their position as indispensable tools for countless number of companies throughout the world. Though its initiation and application to numerous industries have not altered the world fundamentally, barcode readers [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It is a superfluous exaggeration to assert that barcode readers are the most distinguished invention of the latest century. Even then, they have achieved and maintained their position as indispensable tools for countless number of companies throughout the world. Though its initiation and application to numerous industries have not altered the world fundamentally, barcode readers have acquired quite a fortune for profitable companies and barcode reader manufacturers. Most certainly, makers of barcode readers have enjoyed remarkable and unceasing profit by means of their products. Barcode readers have become a popular and necessary application in certain industries so much that their demand has never decreased, instead, has witnessed a steady rise throughout the years. Therefore, makers of barcode readers are constantly intending to discover new applications and enhancements for their cash cow. <strong>inspiration</strong> of Barcode Reader Makers </p>
<p>Like most business magnates, makers of barcode readers discovered a need, and fulfilled it through their valuable creation of a series of barcode readers. </p>
<p>Prior to manufacturing and availability of barcode readers in the market, companies dealing with identification and authentication of products, especially those involved with minor or major shipments, have been burdened with errors and postponement. The reason was that all operations and procedures were accomplished manually, so naturally they were prone to human mistakes. </p>
<p>To put an end to this issue, barcode reader makers came up with their products. The primary motive of these manufacturers was able to make operations more precise, correct and simple, resulting in a more proficient and rapid execution of the said procedures. </p>
<p>Updated Barcode Readers </p>
<p>After launching their product in the market to offer simple solutions to relevant industries, manufacturers of barcode readers have also constantly worked on improvements of the original models. Now, barcode readers are available in a wide variety of forms as a result of the hard work of these makers. </p>
<p>Some key types of barcode readers presently available in the market are fixed, portable and portable RF readers. All of them come in further variations too. Other types of readers developed to match the varied requirements of industries are scanner-based, camera-based and CCD barcode readers. </p>
<p>The manufacturers also update their products to comply with the current demands. For instance, barcode readers suitable for decoding numeric barcodes are now available. The makers have also designed a reader which can interpret barcodes using alphabets. Barcode readers which can scan and authenticate barcodes using lines of static or varying lengths are also offered by them. </p>
<p>What is in store for the future of these manufacturers? </p>
<p>Considering the past successes, only excellent and useful things can be expected from the makers of barcode readers in the future. Some leading manufacturers of barcode readers in recent times are Symbol Technologies, Opticon, Intermec, American Microsystems Ltd and Argox. These companies have already attained a place for themselves and will continue to do so in the future for their sustained success. They are investing a lot on research and development projects to initiate advanced applications and features for their products to be implemented in the future barcode readers. </p>
<p>It is an exhilarating time for both concerned industries and makers of barcode readers. Encouraged by continuous success, the devices which helped in enhancing the efficiency of several industries throughout the years surely have a bright future ahead. </p>
<p>About the Author: Barcode scanners are fast gaining popularity with the business community for its contribution to higher efficiency, and therefore higher profits. The quality of barcode scanners depend on their convenience of use, software used, and support. <a href="http://emobilescan.co.uk/p-2027-motorola-symbol-ls2208-handheld-barcode-scanner.aspx" class="liexternal">ls2208 scanner </a> meets all these vital criteria.  </p>
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		<title>Learn Leadership Skills and Maximize Your Productivity</title>
		<link>http://www.educationplaning.com/09/03/2010/learn-leadership-skills-and-maximize-your-productivity/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 07:20:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Project management and project leadership require the ability to apply leadership skills to minimize uncertainty and maximize the contributions of a team. Project leaders learn how to build a cohesive and effective team able to execute successful projects by leveraging the team&#39;s collective intelligence. Project leaders are trained to manage the human challenges of forming [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Project management and project leadership require the ability to apply leadership skills to minimize uncertainty and maximize the contributions of a team. Project leaders learn how to build a cohesive and effective team able to execute successful projects by leveraging the team&#39;s collective intelligence. Project leaders are trained to manage the human challenges of forming and motivating a productive team. One way to ensure this is embrace differences within the group. There are ways to ensure that projects and objectives are met on time and it is important for managers to do this in an effective way. </p>
<p>Although project leaders should be concerned about making sure assignments are completed on time, it is also important for managers to understand the psychological contract between team members and between team members and the manager. In project leadership it is also important to understand what consequences not meeting a person&#39;s expectations may cause. Within a team setting, this can cause problems between a project leader and team members. </p>
<p>If a team member doesn&#39;t feel rewarded for example, a cycle of demotivation may begin to occur. Demotivation causes team members and even the manager to become irritated, upset, disconnected, and resentment. However, demotivation sometimes occurs because not only are people unclear about their expectations, sometimes those expectations change and people are unsure about what they want until they do not receive it. </p>
<p>In project leadership training it is vital for the group that the project manager present detailed information to the development teams. To ensure the success of product and service design the leader should identify and eliminate risk factors in the design, preventing wasted development budgets, as well as future sales difficulties, product recalls, and bad press. It is important in project management that the leader continuously improves the system design to reduce waste and gain cost efficiencies. </p>
<p>An important aspect of project management and leadership is project leadership training. Training in systems design and training in project management teach you how to create sustainable competitive advantage for your business by improving your knowledge and usage of system design principles. This training helps you understand how to build better products and services while you also learn how to identify what customers want and how to address those desires in your products and services. Training in project management will help you understand how to build demand into your business. </p>
<p>An astute project manager constantly monitors the people on her team to find out what expectations they have for her and the organization. A properly trained manager will then also try to make explicit that which is so totally implicit, trying to make it very clear what people need and want. If there are unrealistic expectations, then the manager needs to find gentle ways to bring those expectations into clearer light, and to make explicit that which the organization can and will offer. People on the team may be disappointed, but if they are aware of how and why something is likely to play out well in advance of not receiving what they expected, they are more likely to avoid a cycle of demotivation and will continue to work to improve projects. </p>
<p>About the Author: David Shoemaker is Vice President of Learning Solutions and Innovation at eCornell. For more information on <a href="http://ecornell.com/certificate-programs/?crt=PLC1" class="liexternal">project leadership training</a>, <a href="http://ecornell.com/certificate-programs/?crt=PLC1" class="liexternal">training in project management</a>, or eCornell, please visit http://www.eCornell.com  </p>
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		<title>Six Tips to Increase Brainpower</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:20:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are hundreds of ways to increase brainpower. They range from dietary practices and specific supplements to creative thinking techniques and even environmental changes. Here are six short examples of things you can try today to boost the power of your brain and mind. 
 Act Intelligent 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are hundreds of ways to increase brainpower. They range from dietary practices and specific supplements to creative thinking techniques and even environmental changes. Here are six short examples of things you can try today to boost the power of your brain and mind. </p>
<p> Act Intelligent </p>
<p> When you act as if youre more intelligent, it sets up an expectation in your mind that your unconscious mind tries to meet - and this affects actual performance. This isnt merely speculation. In fact, studies in which subjects pretend to be either a failing student or a <strong>university</strong> professor, show that those who do the latter score higher in the testing that follows. </p>
<p> Reduce Your Sugar Intake </p>
<p> Consuming too much sugar creates many long-term health problems, but the immediate effect is a blood sugar imbalance that will leave you feeling sluggish and hazy in your thinking. To test this you can do math problems fifteen minutes after eating a piece of cake on an empty stomach - you&#39;ll get the point. Reduce your sugar intake if you want a clearer mind. All simple carbohydrates can have this effect, so you may want to also avoid too much white flour, corn syrup, and white rice. </p>
<p> Learn Using Imagination </p>
<p> When learning something new, imagine how youll use what you&#39;re studying. Of all the information we are exposed to, little of it is the &#8220;important stuff&#8221; that is crucial to understanding. But when imagining how you&#39;ll use it, you tend to focus on those things you really need to remember. This aids understanding and aids in retention of the new knowledge. </p>
<p> Limit Criticism </p>
<p> Its important to know when not to be critical. Analysis is important, but it also can kill creative thinking if done too often and/or too early in the process. Think freely, withholding critical analysis until the right time, which is never during a brainstorming or a creative problem solving session, but after. Allow ideas to develop a little before you shoot them full of holes, because there may be a few good ones in there if you give them a chance to grow. </p>
<p> Saint Johnswort </p>
<p> Saint Johnswort is a common weed. Research demonstrates it&#39;s usefulness for treating long-term depression, but many people swear by it&#39;s temporary mood-elevating effect as well. Since we tend to think better when we&#39;re happy, its worth a try. You can buy it inexpensively, or collect it in the wild to make tea. Its also known as Hyperacum Perforatum, if you want to look it up by it&#39;s Latin name. Although animals that overgraze on this plant sometimes develop photo-phyto sensitivity (they get sunburned more easily), there are no reported side effects in humans using small quantities. </p>
<p> Chill Out For Brainpower </p>
<p> As some have noted, people often think better in certain temperature ranges. Being slightly cool, but not uncomfortable (that would be mentally distracting), is most conducive to good thinking for most of us, but try experimenting on yourself to see what temperature works best to increase brainpower. </p>
<p> Copyright Steve Gillman. For more ways to <a href="http://www.IncreaseBrainPower.com" class="liexternal">Increase Brainpower</a>, and to get the Brainpower Newsletter and other free gifts, visit: http://www.IncreaseBrainPower.com </p></p>
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		<title>Best Free Forex Education - Enjoy Trading Success and Triple Digit Profits With the Best Free Sourc</title>
		<link>http://www.educationplaning.com/07/03/2010/best-free-forex-education-enjoy-trading-success-and-triple-digit-profits-with-the-best-free-sourc/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 19:21:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you have the motivation to learn FX trading, you can build your own trading strategy for free and in this article, I will give you some free sources which can help you get on the road to currency trading success. 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you have the motivation to learn FX trading, you can build your own trading strategy for free and in this article, I will give you some free sources which can help you get on the road to currency trading success. </p>
<p> The best way to learn Forex is to be a technical analyst, you don&#39;t need to know anything about the the news or economics, you can simply learn to trade high odds chart patterns which will allow you to lock into and hold long term trends. All the information you need, in terms of learning about the best chart patterns and indicators is free online. There are many free chart services which will have all the indicators you need and they will also explain how they should be used. </p>
<p> Now you have to put these into a method and you need to choose a strategy and pick a trading methodology and one of the best is one based on breakout trading. This methodology, is easy to understand and you can learn it in a few hours and soon by applying it for big profits. Next, you need to pick a time frame in which to trade and the best time frame is to follow the long term trends and aim to lock into and hold moves which last for many weeks or even longer. </p>
<p> FREE Trading Strategies which Have Made Hundreds of Millions of Dollars! </p>
<p> You then should check out some free trading strategies which have made huge gains, the two below are proven and have made huge gains. You can use them on there own or incorporate elements of them, in your own trading strategy; we have written on them frequently so look them up: </p>
<p> Donchian&#39;s 4 Week Rule </p>
<p> A simple one rule system, you can learn in 30 minutes and while the strategy is simple, it makes huge gains, so learn about this system in more detail and it will be some of the best Forex trading education you will ever get. </p>
<p> Turtle Trading Rules </p>
<p> This set of rules was taught to a group of traders in two weeks and they then made $200 million with them! The whole strategy is free online and contains all the elements,a successful strategy should including - excellent money management parameters. </p>
<p> Free but Valuable Sources to Get You on the Road to Currency Trading Success All the above info is free and if you study the sources we have mentioned, you will have a powerful set of tools, you can use in your strategy, to help you make triple digit profits in 30 minutes a day - good luck! </p>
<p> NEW! 2 X FREE ESSENTIAL TRADER PDFS<br /> ESSENTIAL FOREX TRADING COURSE </p>
<p> For free 2 x trading Pdf&#39;s, with 50 of pages of essential Forex info and the best <a href="http://www.learncurrencytradingonline.com/subscribe.html" target="_new" class="liexternal">Forex Trading Methods</a> to help you win, visit our website at: <a href="http://www.learncurrencytradingonline.com" target="_new" class="liexternal">http://www.learncurrencytradingonline.com</a>. </p></p>
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		<title>How to Write Academic Cover Letters</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 07:21:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[How to write an effective academic cover letters? Students, most preferably college students, will sooner or later experience on writing cover letters. These academic cover letters are use when they tend to apply for a certain job at any universities or college schools. 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How to write an effective academic cover letters? Students, most preferably college students, will sooner or later experience on writing cover letters. These academic cover letters are use when they tend to apply for a certain job at any universities or college schools. </p>
<p>But it is way too different from writing business cover letters particularly on its compositions. However, there are still a lot of writing rules that are applicable in a business cover letters and academic cover letters. </p>
<p>As the source of the first strong impression you will make to a college or <strong>university</strong> you&#39;re looking to serve under, getting your cover letter right is an important undertaking. Such documents for academic positions share many similarities with general ones used for commercial job positions. However, it also departs from it on a number of points. </p>
<p>Major Differences With Business Cover Letters </p>
<p>So what&#39;s the difference between the two? While they both serve a similar purpose (to land you the position), an academic cover letter differs heavily in its content. Instead of trimming the letter to focus solely on pertinent details for the particular job at hand, those designed for academic employment should set its sights on detailing your various accomplishments - your graduate education, research experience, published works, teaching and so on. Expect to write around two pages of text, with up to eight paragraphs. </p>
<p>Tailoring For Your Audience </p>
<p>Of course, you&#39;ll still need to tailor the document to your audience somewhat, just not as strictly as you should with regular cover letters. The two important things to note are the specific job details and the type of institution you are applying for. </p>
<p>Job notices for academic positions are rarely as crystal clear as those for commercial placements. However, do watch out for when they do include details. If you have some direct qualification in some of the specifics mentioned, make them as prominent as possible in your letter. </p>
<p>Is it privately-owned or a public academic institution? How large is their population? Does it have any religious affiliation? Where is it located? These factors should figure in to the kind of details you put front and center in your cover letter. </p>
<p>Needless to say, academe is particularly strict on how well you can write. Painfully erroneous language is unacceptable (even more so than a regular application), so make sure that you employ a good writing software before finalizing your cover letter. </p>
<p>Writing an academic cover letter should be written effectively. Most of all, you have to recall and make used of the basic rules in writing business letters. This includes the formats, structure, basic fonts, formality and writing style. </p>
<p>Since an academic cover letter must be at least two pages long, then you have to state your experiences well as it will help you in any opportunities that are related to your capabilities. Most of all always check your composition. It will be hard in your part if they found out that your content has a lot of grammatical errors especially your spellings, punctuations and capitalization. Review your work for any changes you&#39;ll have to make before you will submit your academic cover letter. </p>
<p>About the Author: See how innovative <a href="http://www.englishsoftware.org/" class="liexternal">Writing Software</a> instantly can boost your English writing and watch how NLP technology can help you to write perfect emails, essays, reports and letters. <a href="http://www.englishsoftware.org/articles/writing/write-academic-cover-letters/" class="liexternal">More Info</a>.  </p>
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		<title>Rheumatoid Arthritis - How To Manage The Pain</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:20:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic medical condition wherein healthy tissues in the joints and cartilages are attacked by white blood cells. This causes pain and inflammation, making people afflicted with it having to go through fatigue and stiffness of the joints for the rest of their lives. 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic medical condition wherein healthy tissues in the joints and cartilages are attacked by white blood cells. This causes pain and inflammation, making people afflicted with it having to go through fatigue and stiffness of the joints for the rest of their lives. </p>
<p>If you have rheumatoid arthritis, the best thing that you can do is to make the best of what you have and control it. Fortunately, there are tips to manage the pain and discomfort brought about by its symptoms. </p>
<p>Tips to Manage Rheumatoid Arthritis </p>
<p>- Modify your lifestyle. You may have been living on the edge without a thought for the consequences, but it&#39;s never too late to start living healthy. If you are overweight, it may be a factor that contributes to the joint pressure and hence, more pain. The goal of lessening the pain could be a good motivation for losing weight. It does not mean skipping meals altogether or going on a crash diet, but choosing the right food to eat and maintaining a balanced diet. </p>
<p>- Anti-inflammatory drugs are a clinically-certified way to manage rheumatoid arthritis. You could opt for ibuprofen, aspirin or naproxen. These drugs control the pain by minimizing the inflammation. But be cautious when dealing with arthritis drugs. Do not take any of them without the doctor&#39;s advice. If you are prone to heart problems or bleeding in your gastrointestinal tract, these medications will only increase that chance. A better alternative without these side effects is acetaminophen. </p>
<p>- Stretching is always beneficial, whether or not you are prone to arthritis. Yoga is recommended. It enhances flexibility which makes your joints and limbs less prone to stiffness. Because of your condition, you may feel a little pain or discomfort. Stop whenever this happens and hold that particular position for about 30 seconds and proceed. Also start with easier stretches and gradually go for more advanced ones as you gain flexibility. A sudden jump to advanced positions might just pull your muscles or cause cramps. You can start with three sets with eight to ten repetitions. </p>
<p>- Other forms of exercise such as weight lifting and mild aerobics also have their benefits. They can help to reduce the symptoms of mild arthritis. If you have a gym or exercise instructor, he can give you tips in the right regimen. Lifting weights also adds to your strength and balance. You can start with regular stretching or aerobics and eventually move to weights. Lift these slowly and not too suddenly, or you will be dealing more damage to your body than helping it. Rest when you have to- you will eventually gain endurance as you go. You will be better equipped to manage your disease when you make this a regular part of your routine. </p>
<p>- There are alternative therapies that you could try. Water therapy, Tai Chi, and many other non-clinical methods might actually have something to them. Ask your physician before you try any of these. He might not believe in their benefits, but you also have to make sure that they are not going to cause you any harm. </p>
<p>- You could also try psyche-based ways of managing pain, such as meditation or guided imagery. You may not always have medications at hand, but you can train yourself to endure the pain. </p>
<p>Don&#39;t limit yourself to the tips given, but try to learn all you can about managing the disease. You can ask for advice from friends or family members who are also afflicted, and who have tried methods that work for them. Also, you can consult your doctor for reference. The more you know about your condition, the more you will be familiar with the things you can do as well as the things you should avoid. </p>
<p>About the Author: Roger Thompson writes informative articles about <a href="http://www.arthritisreliefhelp.info/" class="liexternal">rheumatoid arthritis</a> and other topics related to arthritis. His work offers tips and advice to those suffering from this debilitating disease.  </p>
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		<title>Self-Publishing a Children&#8217;s Picture Book</title>
		<link>http://www.educationplaning.com/04/03/2010/self-publishing-a-childrens-picture-book/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:19:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Creating and publishing your own children&#39;s book can be a fun and rewarding project. Here are a few tips to help get you started. 
 inspiration: 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Creating and publishing your own children&#39;s book can be a fun and rewarding project. Here are a few tips to help get you started. </p>
<p> <b><strong>inspiration</strong>:</b> </p>
<p> If you already have an idea of what your children&#39;s book is going to be about, you can perhaps skip to the next section. If you just have the general idea that you want to create a children&#39;s book, but you are not quite sure exactly what you want it to be about, here are some ideas to get you going: </p>
<p> First, start with what is known as a free-write. Just let you mind go, and keep your pen moving. Think about what it is you want your book to convey, and what the purpose of your book might be. Is it to teach your audience something? To make them laugh? To simply delight and amaze? All of the above? With whatever it is that you have in mind as a basic guide, just let your imagination take over for now and get words and thoughts on the page. </p>
<p> Once you have some ideas down, you can begin to organize them into a narrative that you think your audience will enjoy. Remember that at this stage of their development, children do like a clear beginning, middle and end to their stories, and that you won&#39;t want to leave a lot of questions unanswered. Other than that, it is up to you where you take them. </p>
<p> <b>Artwork:</b> </p>
<p> If you are doing both the words and the art, great. If creating visual art is not your forte, then you may have to find someone to partner with on your project (or vice-versa, if you are naturally the artistic type rather than the wordsmith). </p>
<p> If you need to find an artist, there are a few ways to go about it. One way is to take a look around online or at the local bookstore at graphic artists whose work you admire, or who you think might make a good fit. Unless they are fairly well-known, artists aren&#39;t generally difficult to get a hold of, so search out some names and contact info and run your project past your choices to see what their rates and availability might be. </p>
<p> If you are discouraged by the rates you are quoted, consider running or posting an ad at a local art or design school. Often, art students need to do project to complete class requirements or at the very least may work a lot cheaper than their more established compadres. </p>
<p> Once your art and words are set, put your book together in a layout program such as Adobe InDesign or QwarkXpress. </p>
<p> <b>Printing and Binding</b> </p>
<p> Have your pages printed in the highest quality manner that you can afford. If your artwork is in color, consider four color process digital printing for best results. </p>
<p> As far as the binding of your book, one option you might want to consider is purchasing a thermal binding machine and doing it yourself. These machines are surprisingly inexpensive and very easy to use. With one of these machines, you can have a hardcover book ready to go in less than a minute. Depending on how many books you are going to self-publish, the savings can range from significant to substantial. </p>
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		<title>Your Doctoral Dissertation is Much Easier Said Than Done</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you have your Bachelor&#39;s Degree and also a Master&#39;s degree, you might be considering doctoral education. Anyone who studies for a PhD, especially where it&#39;s not the culmination of a taught course, will eventually need to produce a dissertation proposal. 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you have your Bachelor&#39;s Degree and also a Master&#39;s degree, you might be considering doctoral education. Anyone who studies for a PhD, especially where it&#39;s not the culmination of a taught course, will eventually need to produce a dissertation proposal. </p>
<p>A PhD is a research degree, whether you are dealing with a point in literature that may have been overlooked, or some empirical research that has yet to be undertaken. At this level, a proposal has to go before a research degree&#39;s committee who will decide whether the proposal is of great work where it would provide a contribution to someone&#39;s knowledge. </p>
<p>A doctoral dissertation is an extended piece of writing, often as long as a novel and some textbooks, and requires as much, if not more work than some. The shape and substance of your doctoral proposal will, to some extent, depend on the conventions of the <strong>university</strong> you wish to study at. Unlike a first degree or even a Masters&#39;, a PhD is an internationally recognized qualification, one that is often published, and so the finished document needs to be of publishable quality. </p>
<p>Writing a doctoral proposal can be difficult but if the research committee agrees that the work would be a contribution to knowledge in a particular area of study, you will be able to work on that proposal until it confirms with that particular institution&#39;s guidelines. </p>
<p>There are certain things that most proposals will contain, which is evidence that you have researched your chosen area and have substantial reason to believe that there is a gap in that particular body of knowledge. If, for example, your chosen area was bereavement studies, you might have established that there&#39;s insufficient ecclesiastical and community support for the recently bereaved. </p>
<p>Once you believe you have established this gap of insufficient knowledge, you will need to demonstrate in your proposal that it is the case, by showing that you have made a thorough search of the most up to date literature on bereavement support. </p>
<p>Most dissertation proposals will need to contain the following elements in whatever form your college requires. A proposal needs an introduction that includes your research question and possible title for the study (again titles and even research questions are not written in stone as they can change over time with the discovery of new information). </p>
<p>You will need to add a review of the literature in your chosen area of study and an identification of what you believe is missing from a particular body of knowledge. A proposal usually contains the aims and objectives of your research, which will define how you are going to go about answering the question you have set yourself. If your work involves interviewing people or sending out questionnaires, then you will need to provide a breakdown of your research methods. </p>
<p>Most proposals should contain some sort of time frame e.g. when you expect each stage of the research to be completed, including the writing up. If your final proposal is accepted by the research committee at the college you have chosen, you should be given the green light to get on with your education. </p>
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		<title>Fats Thank Goodness For Them?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 07:25:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From healthful foods like veggies to guilty pleasures like dinner rolls, we are naturally inclined to prefer the taste of them when we add fat to them. Which would you rather eat &#8212; a salad with no dressing or a nice, creamy dollop of ranch on top? (I&#39;d eat paper if it had enough blue [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From healthful foods like veggies to guilty pleasures like dinner rolls, we are naturally inclined to prefer the taste of them when we add fat to them. Which would you rather eat &#8212; a salad with no dressing or a nice, creamy dollop of ranch on top? (I&#39;d eat paper if it had enough blue cheese dressing on it!).It&#39;s just human nature to want to eat what tastes good and to make what tastes good even better.So &#8230; if adding a little dressing makes you more likely to eat that salad instead of a hamburger and fries &#8230; just do it! If your veggies go uneaten unless a little butter is applied &#8230; pat in moderation. </p>
<p>By switching between other forms of low- or non-fat flavoring methods and traditional toppings in small portions, you can continue to use them in moderation. If a little fat can go a long way in making a healthier diet more palatable to you, it&#39;s okay to give in every so often. <br />Again, moderation is almost always the key to successful weight management.It&#39;s the type of fat that matters in addition to how much you consume. Reducing your intake of some types of fats reduces the risk of several chronic diseases, but other types of fats are absolutely essential to our health and well-being. </p>
<p>Sifting through all the conflicting information on fats can leave you with even more questions. What do you need to know about polyunsaturated fat, omega 3 fatty acids and other terms in the language of fats? Learn to incorporate the good fats into your diet while reducing your consumption of the bad fats. </p>
<p>We should all be increasing our intake of healthy omega-3 fatty acids, which we need for body functions like controlling blood clotting and building cell membranes in the brain. We&#39;re still learning about the many benefits of Omega-3, but research has shown this fatty acid can have a positive impact on: </p>
<p>* Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Epidemiologic and clinical trials have shown that omega-3 fatty acids reduce CVD incidence (American Heart Association), by: <br />o decreasing risk of arrhythmias, which can lead to sudden cardiac death <br />o decreasing triglyceride levels <br />o decreasing growth rate of atherosclerotic plaque <br />o lowering blood pressure (slightly) </p>
<p>* Liver cancer: omega-3 fatty acids may be an effective therapy for both the treatment and prevention of human liver cancers. (<strong>university</strong> of Pittsburg study) </p>
<p>* Depression: Omega-3 fatty acid DHA reduces symptoms of depression probably because it increases gray matter in the brain. (<strong>university</strong> of Pittsburg study) </p>
<p>* Dementia - Eating fatty fish, high in omega 3, lowers the likelihood of developing &quot;silent&quot; brain lesions that can cause memory loss and dementia (<strong>university</strong> of Kuopio in Finland) </p>
<p>How much fat is too much depends on your lifestyle, your weight, your age and most importantly the state of your health. The USDA recommends that the average individual: </p>
<p>* Keep total fat intake to 20-35% of calories <br />* Limit saturated fats to less than 10% of your calories (200 calories for a 2000 calorie diet) <br />* Limit trans fats to 1% of calories (2 grams per day for a 2000 cal diet) <br />* Limit cholesterol to 300 mg per day. </p>
<p>However, if you are concerned about cardiovascular disease, the American Heart Association suggests a similar plan, but limiting saturated fats to less than 7% of your calories (140 calories for a 2000 calorie diet). You can figure out your personal daily fat limitations based on your body type and age. </p>
<p>How do you go about implementing these recommendations? The simplest way to approach fats is to replace the saturated and trans fat in your diet with healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, and to increase your intake of Omega-3 fatty acids. Use these percentages to your advantage by making sure the fat you do consume is healthy (monounsaturated or polyunsaturated). </p>
<p>About the Author: Born in Kingston Jamaica in the year 1965.Derrick has been involved in child nutrition since 1990.Started writing articles in 2005.The site <a href="http://www.yoursofit.com" title="http://www.yoursofit.com" target="_blank" class="liexternal">http://www.yoursofit.com</a> was conceived to serve the needs of persons interested in optimizing their health and wellness and want to find the best quality products and programs to employ. <a href="http://yoursofit.yolasite.com" title="http://yoursofit.yolasite.com" target="_blank" class="liexternal">http://yoursofit.yolasite.com</a> He is into herbal remedies and general health studies, and research.In his spare time he sells real estate.  </p>
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		<title>How To Write Technical Materials For Your Audience</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Feb 2010 07:23:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Writing for an audience sucks. Why does it have to be that way? That&#39;s because you&#39;ll always have to put their reaction to your material as a first consideration. Besides, who is going to read your piece? Don&#39;t tell me you are writing just for yourself only? There are so many styles in writing and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Writing for an audience sucks. Why does it have to be that way? That&#39;s because you&#39;ll always have to put their reaction to your material as a first consideration. Besides, who is going to read your piece? Don&#39;t tell me you are writing just for yourself only? There are so many styles in writing and the main reason why it has to be that way is for their audience. </p>
<p>It can be of any form like a letter whether it is an informal or business letter, publications like books, magazines or news story, reviews, research papers, projects, proposals, classified ads, speech and a lot more. </p>
<p>All of these are addressed towards your audiences. It can be your teacher, your boss, you classmate and the whole crowd who happens to read your work. Writing involves influencing the public&#39;s minds, sharing valued information, critics or argumentations, human interest and so on. </p>
<p>Of course, if you never consider your readers, there&#39;s likely very few people willing to stick around to read what you write. Even worse, those that do will likely finish your piece largely unaffected. Your readers serve to be an <strong>inspiration</strong> in your part in order to write nicely and worth-reading articles for them to love it. </p>
<p>What you need to do as a writer is to enhance yourself in writing well organized contents whatever writing task was assigned to you. Just don&#39;t tend to get worried because there are a lot of ways and techniques to write effectively for your audience. These writing guides might help you to develop your writing skills more: </p>
<p>A Short Leash </p>
<p>Have you ever seen technical manuals dripping with style and flavor? While panache does have its place, I usually read through those pieces and groan. I never read a technical material to be wowed by the author&#39;s talents. Usually, I go through these types of documents in order to learn something about a product or a process. While amusing, I find all the extra words a huge waste of my time. </p>
<p>In truth, you need to keep yourself on a short leash when you write technical materials. Keep your focus on what matters and avoid venturing into decorative territory. Make sure to use your English writing software to check for possible transgressions. </p>
<p>Clarity </p>
<p>If you truly want to write for your audience, your technical materials must be written clearly. A regular reader like me should be able to look at it and not end up intimidated by the words. I should be able to go to the section I need and not be distracted by items that do not serve to give me what I&#39;m searching for. </p>
<p>Technical Terms </p>
<p>Don&#39;t be afraid to use technical terms. This is particularly true if your anticipated audience don&#39;t consist of absolute dolts who are ignorant about the subject. As a writer, you should be able to ascertain which &quot;jargon&quot; can be used and which ones are best simplified. This helps make the piece more succinct and, ultimately, more useful. </p>
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