Consistent with the TFL theory, recent meta-analysis have documented that TFL is positively associated with team performance outcomes (Burke et al. 2006; G.Wang et al., 2011), however sparse research exists that examines inside the leadership and team performance relationship. ... Because teams can better provide a directed and collaborative effort to address complex task concerns, organizations around the world have significantly increased their dependency on teams (Montoya-Weiss et al., 2001; Salas et al., 1992). Recent meta-analysis further documented that transformational leadership is ...

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Sleep has been described by psychologists as an altered state of consciousness (Mavanji et al, 2011), and is viewed by Greene and Siegel (2004), as a period of rest by during which an individuals experience declines in consciousness, motor output and responsiveness to stimuli from their surrounding environment. ... These stages are distinguishable on the EEG by a reduction in Alpha wave frequency, instead being replaced by slower, low voltage theta waveforms with the sudden and infrequent bursts of sleep spindles and k-complexes (Mavanji et al, 2011). ... Slow wave sleep is often associated wi...

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The selective flawless conditions are challenging to maintain and control in open ponds, leading to decreased microalgae production; and recovering and extracting the pure microalgae mass from the mixture requires further effort and revenue (Molina Grima et al. 1999). ... Jimenez et al (2003) anticipated the average annual dry weight production rate of 30 tonnes per hectare using the raceway pond of 450 m2 and 0.30 m depth that produces the approximate dry weight of 8.2 g/ m2 per day. ...

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In addition, peer tutoring (Lou et al., 1996) and mentoring to help balance sporting and academic commitments (Rogers, 2002) are further examples of G&T endorsements received. ... Being identified as 'gifted' or 'elitist' can have a negative effect (Bailey et al., 2004) due to the pressures and expectations appointed via peers, i.e. parents and teachers (Moulton et al., 1998). ... Within physical education pupils with SEN have a duty to be included, however it is frequently argued whether this inclusion proves detrimental to fellow pupil development (BAALPE, 1996) or all...

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In the United States " [a] public school student is suspended every second and a half, and a recent study found that 95 percent of out-of-school suspensions are for nonviolent, minor disruptions such as tardiness or disrespect" (Fine et al., 2003).  ... In this setting, the policies were defined as "a school or district policy that mandates predetermined consequences or punishments for specific offenses" (Kang-Brown et al., 2011). ... While policing in schools became increasingly more common and school administrators frequently transferred responsibilities of student disci...

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Abstract For the specialty of radiology the development of the x-ray was just the beginning, for years later another inventor makes a new breakthrough in modern medicine. This development is made by British electrical engineer Godfrey Hounsfield in 1967 This has one special implication for the spec...

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Counseling is an interactive process characterized by a unique relationship between counselor and client that leads to change in one or more areas (Trickett, Sept. 9, 2003). Multicultural counseling requires the recognition of: (1) the importance of racial/ethnic group membership on the socialization of the client; (2) the importance of and the uniqueness of the individual; (3) the presence of and place of values in the counseling process; and (4) the uniqueness of learning styles, vocational goals, and life purposes of clients, within the context of principles of democratic social justice (Lo...

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Counseling is an interactive process characterized by a unique relationship between counselor and client that leads to change in one or more areas (Trickett, Sept. 9, 2003). Multicultural counseling requires the recognition of: (1) the importance of racial/ethnic group membership on the socialization of the client; (2) the importance of and the uniqueness of the individual; (3) the presence of and place of values in the counseling process; and (4) the uniqueness of learning styles, vocational goals, and life purposes of clients, within the context of principles of democratic social justice (Lo...

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In the case study, the assignment will be looking at the notion of equality and diversity in contemporary society. The study will focus on the topic of poverty and how it affects the emotional, social and educational experiences of a child, positively and negatively. Relevant literature, as well as up to date legislation and policy involving equality and human rights will be used to look at the issue critically, by identifying the inequalities related to class and how it can have an impact upon the social, personal and educational experience of the child within school as well as parent and tea...

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In E Pluribus Unum: Diversity and Community in the Twenty- first Century The 2006 Johan Skytte Prize Lecture, Robert argues: Many (though not all) of the scores of studies of collective creativity in work groups (in business, education and so on) find that diversity fosters creativity (Webber & Donahue 2001;O'Reilly et al. 1997; Williams & O'Reilly 1998). ...

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Abstract This research proposal suggests a multi-faceted approach to the issue of genetically modified organisms and the intimately linked controversy surrounding GM crops. The proposal recommends existing research be posited as a basis from which to explore the activity of major global GMO specializing corporations, especially the ones who produce the seeds and herbicides used in much of the United States, as well as the wider world. Examining the socio-political, health , and environmental ramifications of biotechnology and the politics that have followed it would provide significant insight...

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Introduction Terrorism, often specific to the area in which it occurs, is a special domain for the exercise of state sovereignty and, in this context, the comparative study of anti-terrorist legislation is a fruitful line of study. Can we combat a nationalist terrorism whose structures are founded on national historical and ideological roots, in the same way as international terrorism whose strength lies in the capacity of its perpetrators to have access to modern communication methods to convey their ideas and achieve their goals? And if and when several forms of terrorism emerge in the same ...

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