Canadian Society: Global Perspectives
This book comprises of a collection of literary works selected by Timothy McCauley and Janice Hill and is especially targeted to provide scholarly insight and understanding for students taking courses on sociology. Imperatively, the book lays emphasis on sociological points of view that take into account aspects such as diversity, ethnicity, identity, race, gender, family, as well as socialization. In this regard, the authors assimilate these sociological issues in the context of Canada and the manner in which it is linked to international patterns and processes. For instance,… Continue Reading...
Abortion and the Media: Domestic and Global Perspectives
If anything can be agreed upon, it’s that abortion is a complex issue, one that triggers a wealth of opinions, feelings and beliefs. The way in which abortion is presented in the media is something that is also exceedingly complex, and which can both impact society and be a reflection of the beliefs of a particular society. Even in this modern era, abortion is still an issue that has the power to divide people and to cause tense debates. This paper will examine abortion in the media from… Continue Reading...
it addresses the topic from a global perspective given that its devastating impacts are felt worldwide. In this regard, this group of researchers examined current international priorities for marine biodiversity conservation. These researchers conducted the study on the premise that marine populations worldwide continue to experience declines in abundance due to widespread human activities (Selig et al., p.1). Selig et al. also conducted the research on the premise that identification of priority areas like hotspots, ecoregions or high-biodiversity wilderness areas has been critical tools in conservation planning for ocean or marine life/ecosystems.
For this study, the… Continue Reading...
Integrative Concept of Sustainable Development
Inter -- and intragenerational justice, both equally weighted, as theoretical and ethical fundament.
A global perspective, by addressing key challenges of the global community and developing goals and strategies to achieve them.
An enlightened anthropocentric approach including the obligation of mankind to interact cautiously with nature based on a well-understood self-interest.
Securing human existence, including basic needs and the capability of human beings to shape their lives on their own.
Maintaining society's productive potential, which consists of natural, man-made, human and knowledge capital.
Preserving society's options for development and action, addressing immaterial needs such as integration in cultural and social contexts in addition… Continue Reading...
(2017). Does race matter in universal healthcare? Ethnicity and Health, DOI: 10.1080/13557858.2018.1455810
Squires, D. & Anderson, C. (2015). U.S. health care from a global perspective. The Commonwealth Fund, http://johngarven.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Spending-Use-of-Services-Prices-and-Health-in-13-Countries-The-Commonwealth-Fund.pdf
Summers, L. H. (2015). Economists’ declaration on universal health coverage. The Lancet, 386(10008), 2112–2113. doi:10.1016/s0140-6736(15)00242-1
Part Two
Diverse stakeholders in healthcare reform exhibit conflicting views and values on the role and importance of universal coverage. The American Medical Association (AMA, 2018) stands strongly in favor of universal health care and equitable access to healthcare. Likewise, the American Public Health Association (1995) advocates for universal health care. Both the AMA (2018)… Continue Reading...
careers, and I am confidently proficient in this area (Professional Standards for Educational Leaders, 2015). My experience in multi-cultural schools and my global perspective frees me to be supportive of all cultures and to promote equity among all students. Cultural responsiveness is a critical aspect of promoting inclusiveness and fostering a spirit of community within the school.
Standard 4: Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
Educational leaders should foster systems of education that are challenging and solid in terms of curriculum, instruction methods and methods of assessment (Professional Standards for Educational Leaders, 2015). In this area, I could use some improvement, as I have too little experience in truly creating a curriculum or implementing… Continue Reading...
I am confidently proficient in this area (Professional Standards for Educational Leaders, 2015). My experience in multi-cultural schools and my global perspective frees me to be supportive of all cultures and to promote equity among all students. Cultural responsiveness is a critical aspect of promoting inclusiveness and fostering a spirit of community within… Continue Reading...
The ISLLC Standards address educational leadership from a global perspective, showing how ethical principles interface with the practical realities of fiscal planning and community engagement. This case study highlights the importance of all six of the ISLLC standards, as it takes into account microcosmic elements as well as the “larger political, social, economic, legal, and cultural context” affecting East Ruxton (ISLLC Standards, n.d., p. 1).
1. If I were Valerie Rizzo, I would balance the need for strategic change management while also establishing effective human relations with the building staff. The new staff members are correct: visionary change is… Continue Reading...
