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Critically evaluate the merits of scientific realism

Critically evaluate the merits of scientific realism

philosophy paper

It should be between 1000-1500 words.

Please select one question from the list below, and make sure to clearly state the question you are answering at the start of your essay.

Questions:

(1) What is the ‘Mary’ problem against physicalism, and how effective is it?

(2) What are philosophical zombies, and what problem are they meant to pose for physicalism? How plausible is the zombie argument?

(3) What is the argument from illusion, and how is it used to motivate indirect realism over direct realism? Is it effective?

(4) What is the problem of fiction, and how do you think one should respond to it?

(5) Can the B-series capture everything there is about the nature of time? If not, what does it leave out?

(6) What are abstract objects? Are there any?

(7) What is the most persuasive mereological account of the relationship between parts and wholes? Defend your answer.

(8) What is an indispensability argument? What problems do such arguments face?

(9) How should we demarcate genuine science from pseudo-science?

(10) Critically evaluate the merits of scientific realism by focusing on what you take to be either the strongest argument in its defense or the strongest argument against it.

(11) Why is there something rather than nothing?

(12) What is the problem of evil, and how compelling is it as an argument for God’s non-existence?

(13) Is it ever rational to have faith in God?

(14) Does immortality have any essential role to play in an account of the meaning of life?

(15) Is death necessary for one’s life to be meaningful?

(16) If all that exists is the natural world, then can life ever be meaningful?

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Practical Connection

Practical Connection

Infotech in Global economy

I need points on how the knowledge, skills, or theories of the above course have been applied and how it is useful for a Network administrator in his work environment.

Provide a 500 word or 2 pages double spaced minimum reflection.
Use of proper APA formatting and citations. If supporting evidence from outside resources is used those must be properly cited.
Share a personal connection that identifies specific knowledge and theories from this course.
Demonstrate a connection to your current work environment

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Why will people defend their beliefs even in the face of opposing evidence? Why will they come up with reasons to defend their internalized beliefs? Head-on attempts to persuade people to change their minds about their beliefs by providing them with sci

Why will people defend their beliefs even in the face of opposing evidence? Why will they come up with reasons to defend their internalized beliefs? Head-on attempts to persuade people to change their minds about their beliefs by providing them with sci

Why will people defend their beliefs even in the face of opposing evidence? Why will they come up with reasons to defend their internalized beliefs?

Head-on attempts to persuade people to change their minds about their beliefs by providing them with science-based evidence that contradicts their beliefs sometimes “backfires”. This backfiring can range from ignoring scientific evidence to using that evidence to support their original beliefs. This has been shown to occur with topics as diversified as climate change, creationism, afterlife, religion (and the four horsemen) 15th and 16th century refusals to believe that the earth was not the center of the universe, etc. This question is not asking specifically about “soul beliefs”, but about internalized beliefs in general. Be sure to include references for The Anatomy of Internalized Beliefs, Terror Management Theory, After Life & Out of Body, Big Ideas and Big Controversies and the Psychology and Scientific Thinking Chapter.

In a 3-page double-spaced paper (12 pt, New Times Roman font) write a well-documented (cite readings and lectures) essay that demonstrates in-depth knowledge from the course that bears on the topic of the need to protect and defend certain worldviews and how these relate to fighting evolution in the school system. Develop this theme in a logical and cohesive essay with your conclusions indicated at the end of the essay. List the citations of the lectures and readings that you used in crafting your essay.

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Grading Rubric

____ 25 pts in-depth analysis of the topic with course information

____ 15 pts Logical & cohesive essay with proper grammar and spelling

____ 5 pts in-text-citations with lecture/reading name and reference page

____ 5 pts Address all of the lecture material indicated in the prompt

____ TOTAL POINTS

I have some links and articles if you think that can help you!

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HRMN 467: Global Human Resource Management

HRMN 467: Global Human Resource Management

HRMN 467 Week 1: Global Human Resource Management

 

Instructions: Please answer using your own words in a minimum of 400, maximum 500 words PER QUESTION(Unless otherwise noted) SINGLE spaced. Referenced with a minimum two (2) of the resources provided (PER QUESTION). Follow APA Manual 6th or 7th editions scholarly writing guidelines. When writing replies, please provide your experiences, new ideas, and new literature on the topic to enhance the learning opportunity.

DQ.1.1:

*Answer in SEPARATE paragraphs.

Global HR differs from domestic HR in many ways. Describe two functions of HR (e.g. staffing, training, compensation) and how they are different in a global environment.

Describe in your own words, home country nationals (expatriates) and host country nationals. When would it be best to use one versus the other?

DQ.1.2:

*Answer in SEPARATE paragraphs.

How would individualism vs collectivism influence behavior in the workplace in a different culture? Give an example.

In your own words, describe an advantage and a challenge of being a transnational company.

DQ.1.3:

*Answer in SEPARATE paragraphs.

IN YOUR OWN WORDS, explain the advantages and disadvantages of using home country nationals. In which situation would you use this staffing strategy?

What three skills do you believe are most valuable for expatriates to acquire, both for an expatriate’s career development and overall operational success, as well as the success of the companies for which they work? Use class resources to support your answers.

DQ.1.4: Harassment in the Workplace

This week we learned that:

a. Expatriate adjustment to the cross-cultural environment can be viewed as having three primary dimensions: degree, mode, and facet.

b. The process of adaptation can be explained using the theory of the U-curve and social learning theory.

c. The factors that influence expatriate adjustment have four aspects: individual factors, job-related factors, organizational factors, and non-work factors.

YOUR TASK:

The management team at Holiday Villas is interested in understanding a bit more about the theoretical foundations behind international HR.

Choose ONE of the three theories and explain it clearly and in detail, IN YOUR OWN WORDS. Make sure to reference the book chapter with page numbers as needed. Do NOT use outside sources, except for the optional additional reading provided in the class.

DQ.1.5:

*Frame your response as an argument.

Companies can take one of four approaches to compensation. Explain why this approach is the best approach.

The home-country-based approach. The objective of a home-based compensation program is to equalize the employee to a standard of living enjoyed in his or her home country. The 2016 Cartus Global Mobility Policy & Practices Survey found that 76 percent of long-term assignments and 75 percent of short-term assignments use a home country pay structure.1 Under this system, the employee’s base salary is broken down into four general categories: taxes, housing, goods and services, and discretionary income.

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Managing In A Changing Environment

Managing In A Changing Environment

This is a 4 part answer (4 Different papers) on Brookfield Properties Retail

Part 1: Respond to the following in a minimum of 500 words:

One of management’s responsibilities is to ensure their team’s work aligns to the organization’s business strategies.

  • What leadership theories have you seen used in your own workplace? Which were most effective? Which were the least effective? Why?
  • How did the execution of these theories align with your organization’s business strategies

Part 2: Respond to the following in a minimum of 500 words:

Think of a company or organization you’re familiar with, perhaps one you’ve worked for or even a place of worship or school. Then answer the following questions:

  • What kind of organizational structure does the organization use?
  • What other structures discussed in the chapter might allow the organization to operate more effectively? For example, would the move to a product team structure lead to greater efficiency or effectiveness? Why or why not?

Part 3: Write a 2- to 3-page proposal to the company of your plan to align the operational needs with business strategies based on your analysis. Include the following in your proposal:

Part 4: As a recent hire, you’d like to become familiar with the current organizational structure in your organization. This organizational chart (org chart) has not yet been created, so you decide to make your own.

  • Create an org chart of your company. This high-level information is typically found on the company’s website or other websites about the organization. The org chart should include key leadership and level of responsibility. If the information is not public, base your decisions on a similar organization and research. You may use any Microsoft® program or web-based program.

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