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Basic Concepts in Crisis Theory
Crisis is not a mental illness, but without proper crisis intervention techniques, it is a possible outcome.
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basic concepts of psychology
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An Introduction to Peak Oil Theory
Introduced by M. King Hubbert inN 1949, peak oil theory has many present supporters, from geologists to investment bankers.
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Elliott Wave Theory
The Elliott Wave makes sense of the universe by describing how complex systems behave over time. From snowflakes to sports events; life is a predictable game of numbers.
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eliott wave theory
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elliott wave analysis
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elliott wave principle
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elliot waves
The Parallel Universe
Having rejected the idea for years, some scientists are now saying "yes" to the theory of infinite parallel worlds.
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parallel universe theory
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parallel universe
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parallel universes
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multiverse theory
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many worlds theory
Theories of Sleep
For centuries, theories of sleep and dreaming was a dark area of research. Scientists thought the sleeping brain was inactive and "dead to the world"....
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theories of sleep
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functions of sleep
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why do people sleep
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sleep and dreaming
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sleep deprivation
Aggression
This article uses the general aggression model (GAM) to address what aggression is.
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aggression
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general aggression model
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human aggression
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hostile aggression
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instrumental aggression
John Dalton and Atomic Theory
After having sat dormant for more than two thousand years, atomic theory was finally brought into the modern age with the work of John Dalton.
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john dalton
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history of atomic theory
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early atomic theory
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atomic theory and chemistry
THE GREAT RIP OFF: My Tribute to Ken Kesey
A good-bye to Ken Kesey, and a look at how his philosophy of life/art, and his works influenced myself and many of the friends and authors I know
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ken kesey
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merry pranksters
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Content Theories of Motivation: McGregor, ERG, Herzberg, and McClelland
Here's a brief overview of 4 theories describing different motivational models.
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content theories
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motivation thoeries
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erg theory
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maslow’s hierarch of needs
Economic Growth Theories
The schools of thought on economic growth study factors that contribute to the real GDP growth, how they interact, and distinguish between causes and effects of growth.
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gdp growth rate
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economic growth theories
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classical growth theory
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neoclassical growth theory
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new growth theory
Chaos Applications in Society
While chaos theory inherently possess very clear and obvious correlation to the physical world in the modeling of motion and turbulent systems, other uses exist as well.
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chaos theory
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applications of chaos theory
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time travel the simpsons
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butterfly effect
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epilepsy
Introduction to Set Theory
Set theory, as first developed by Georg Cantor in 1874, has redefined mathematics and allowed the development of any number of numerological breakthroughs.
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set theory
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georg cantor
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history of mathematics
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number theory
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group theory
Of Chaos and Junk: Finding Wisdom in Unlikely Places
From art to literature, this article discusses how understanding chaos enriches our lives, using lessons from <b>Seven Life Lessons from Chaos</b>
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peaceful life
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creative life
The Basics of Knot Theory
Mathematicians are often known for their creativity; their unique ability to make sense of any worldly phenomenon using numbers. Knot theory is a perfect example of this.
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knot theory
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topology
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theoretical mathematics
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carl friederich gauss
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knot applications in chemistry and physics
The Peak Oil Debate
Several organizations, researchers and analysts disagree with the idea that world oil production is approaching a terminal decline.
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peak oil dissent
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m. king hubbert
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Theories of Violence in the Media
Here's a primer on key theories on violence in the media.
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media violence
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media effects
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media researcher
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magic bullet theory
Theory vs. Hypothesis vs. Law
The definition of the word "theory" in the context of science is sometimes hotly argued by non-scientists
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scientific law
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set of rules
World Oil Reserves are "Infinite"?
People believe that oil is scarce and is running out. The evidence of massive recent oil and gas discoveries seems to point in the exact opposite direction.
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peak oil theory
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abiotic theory of oil
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russian-ukranian oil theory
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world petroleum reserves
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crude oil prices
Ancient Theories of Atoms
Atoms, of course, have existed since the beginning of time. Man's study of them, however, did not begin until considerably after that.
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democritus
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leucippus
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atomic theory
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history of atomic theory
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history of atoms
Autoimmune Disease Theories
Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system components fail or become imbalanced. Stress, infection, and poor diet can contribute to the disease process.
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autoimmune diseases
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cytokines
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complement components
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autoimmune disease theories
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inflammation
Early Theories of Atomic Structure
J. J. Thomson and Ernest Rutherford pioneered studies of atomic structure, but their early models of the structure of the atom had serious flaws.
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atomic structure
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structure of the atom
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plum pudding model
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ernest rutherford
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jj thomson
Steady State and Big Bang Theories
Both the steady state and big bang cosmological theories are based on certain fundamental cosmological assumptions and observations.
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steady state theory
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big bang theory
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cosmology
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cosmological principle
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expansion of the universe
Strange Rain Theories
There are several theories which attempt to explain unusual items falling from the sky. Here are a few for your consideration.
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paranormal
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suite 101
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jodee redmond
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rain
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The Little Ice Age Theories
The Little Ice Age caused decreased winter temperatures, resulting in sea ice, glacier advances, and crop failures. Discover what caused this abrupt change in climate.
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what was little ice age
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cause of ice age
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decreased winter temperatures
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evidence of climate change
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year without a summer
Theories of How Life Began
Theories about the first life forms tend to agree on what had to happen, but differ in their explanations of where and how. There are three strong contenders.
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when how life began
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first cells theories hypothesis
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rna ribonucleic dna deoxyribonucleic
Valuation Theories: The Debate
The evaluation process cannot happen in a vacuum. Regardless which process investors choose, top-down or bottom-up, economic and industry perspective must be considered.
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top-down valuation approach
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three-step valuation approach
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bottom-up valuation approach
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stock-picking valuation approach
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required rate of return
Albert Einstein, Scientist
Brief biography of Albert Einstein, German-born Swiss-American mathematical physicist famous for Theory of Relativity with equation E=MC2.
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theory of relativity
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e=mc2
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Realist Theory in World Affairs
Realism remains one of the most important theories of international relations, despite others that aim at hacking away at its power hungry core with no real success.
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classical realism
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international relations
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power politics
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international power
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international public relations
Anniversary Ghosts, Theories and Things
Anniversary ghosts only appear on specific dates. What's the theory behind this notion?
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anniversary ghosts
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ghosthunting theories
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specters
Auriculotherapy Part 2: The Theories
Part 2 of a series of articles on the subject of auriculotherapy. This article discusses the theories behind how auriculotherapy works and why it is a valid clinical tool.
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auriculotherapy
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ear acupuncture
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acupuncture
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complementary medicine
Big Bang Theory
Several scientific tests show the Big Bang Theory provides a true vision of the Origin of the Universe to within 1/100 of a second after The Bang
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standard model of cosmology
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cosmic background radiation
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einstein
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edwin hubble
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alexander friedmann
Bloom’s Theory of School Learning
A look at Bloom's (1976) proposed theory of school learning and its impact in the creative arts classroom.
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self esteem
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self efficacy
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programme achieve
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creative art teachers
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appropriate success
Brownian Motion and Atomic Theory
Following up on the work of John Dalton, Robert Brown and, later, Albert Einstein, would finally help to convince the world of the existence of atoms.
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brownian motion
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albert einstein and brownian motion
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robert brown
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albert einstein and atomic theory
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atomic theory
Charles Darwin & Evolution Theory
Darwin was not the first to understand that organisms evolve or change over time. His crucial contribution was in identifying the mechanism of change, natural selection.
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charles darwin evolution evolutionary theory
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natural selection
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biological change
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the origin of species
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hms beagle voyage expidition
Darwinian Evolution: Theory & Fact
"It is important to understand that the current questions about how life evolves in no way imply any disagreement over the fact of evolution." - Neil A. Campbell
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mechanism of darwinian evolution
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evolutionary fact theory
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natural selection
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charles darwin
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stephen gould
DO CONSPIRACY THEORIES REALLY EXIST?
A cartel is formed when a number of firms get together and agree to set the price and output of their product, in an attempt to control the market.
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economics
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economics of human behavior
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opec
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conspiracy theory
DO CONSPIRACY THEORIES REALLY EXIST?
A cartel is formed when a number of firms get together and agree to set the price and output of their product, in an attempt to control the market.
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economics
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economics of human behavior
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opec
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mafia
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conspiracy theory
Early Germ Theory of Disease
Germ Theory is the concept that microorganisms can cause disease, and this theory is the foundation of modern medicine. Here is a summary of some key discoveries.
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germ theory
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spontaneous generaton
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abiogenesis
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leeuwenhoek
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ignaz semmelweiss
Extinction III: Dinosaur Extinction Theories
Why DID the dinosaurs go extinct?
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dinosaurs
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extinction
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fossil
Gaia Theory
Gaia theory, elaborated by scientists James Lovelock and Lynn Margulis, holds that earth's biosphere is a living whole--in some ways an organism, or super-organism.
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earth
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biosphere
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organism
Ghost Theories
When love goes wrong, look for ghosts
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ghosts
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hauntings
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love
History of the Big Bang Theory
George Gamow was an early advocate of the big bang theory for the origin of the universe. Many of his details were incorrect, but he got the essential idea right.
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history of the big bang theory
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universe
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gamow
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lemaitre
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origin of the universe
Late Germ Theory of Disease
Germ Theory is the concept that microorganisms can cause disease, and this theory is the foundation of modern medicine. Here is a summary of some key discoveries.
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abiogenesis
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spontaneous generation
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infectious disease
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louis pasteur
Martinus Veltman - Particle Physics and Gauge Theories
Martinus Veltman shared the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1999 for his work in building the mathematical model that predicted the properties of sub-atomic particles.
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martinus veltman
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particle physics
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fermi
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cern
Multiple Intelligence Theory
Dr. Howard Gardner is changing the education system with his proposition of eight multiple intelligences. Learn them to incorporate them into your lessons.
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multiple intelligences theory
Multiple Intelligence Theory
Learning differences, not disabilities, may explain why we understand some things better than others.
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learning styles
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multiple intelligences
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howard gardner
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learning differences
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musical intelligence
Paternity Theories
Xena's pregnancy has caused a bit of a stir both on- and off- line. Several theories have been put forward regarding the cause of this little plot device. In this installment, I take a look at the three most likely possibilities, pointing out good and bad points in each.
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hercules
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lucy lawless
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rob tapert
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renee o'connor
Plato's Theory of the Forms
Plato, the student of Socrates, was the first great writer of philosophy. His metaphysical position challenges readers to go beyond this earthly realm in search of truth.
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platonic tradition
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patonic doctrine of the forms
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the forms
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the cave
Pre-Darwinian Evolutionary Theory
You may believe Darwin the alpha and omega on evolutionary thought, but the proponents of Larmackianism, Catastrophism and Uniformitarianism paved the way.
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pre darwinian theories
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predarwinian thought
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lamarckianism
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jean baptiste lamarck
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evolution natural selection
Process Theories of Motivation
What motivates individuals to work? While no single explantion exists, here are three popular theories about what gets people going.
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