Arousal in Performance Student Name Abstract Introduction Arousal is a result of both psychological and physiological processes within an individual. It influences the motivation of the individual and hence performance of duties by the individual. It may arise from fear or joy associated with a particular activity. Activation theory suggests that arousal level is proportional to the level of arousal up to the optimum level. Beyond the optimum point, the performance degrades in what is represented as the “inverted U.” Theorists believe that the downward slope result from mistakes at work due to overconfidence. To obtain more extended periods of highest performance, an individual has to maintain the optimum activation. Low arousal in often leads to underperformance. An individual not well activated are less equipped to handle tough situations in the course of work. They are not likely to bear enough when the magnitude of tasks is excellent. Experts recommend only a certain level of arousal for maximum efficiency. A rise in arousal leads to an increase in output, thus increased performance. Individual output depends on his or her willingness…
ARMS OF THE GOVERNMENT Student Name Institution Affiliations Date ARMS OF THE GOVERNMENT A stable democracy refers to the state whose citizens have the right to express their personal views concerning matters that affect their lives. Apart from upholding natural rights, stable democratic countries allow individuals to articulate their own opinions about other extended aspects that affect their lives and state at large. Based on Hansard Society, (2018), citizens of a stable democracy have a right to vote in the leaders of their choice, the right to worship their God as well as the right to own property. In a stable democratic state, all decisions and affairs concerning the state are made based on the opinions of the citizens, for instance, constitutional amendments. The role of a strong legislature in a stable democratic state is to make laws. Laws are rules and guidelines that every citizen is required to abide by. Apart from law-making, Hurst J. (2017) maintains that budgetary oversight is another crucial role that is performed…
Formal Analysis of Andy Warhol’s Birth of Venus Birth of Venus is a painting depicting the face of Venus, a mythological goddess. The piece was completed in 1984 by Andy Warhol as a recreation of the original version completed by Sandro Botticelli in 1482. The painting is presently viewed at the Arkansas Art Center. The piece was originally archived at Andy Warhol Museum in Pennsylvania, before being moved to the Arkansas art center. The painting was completed as a screen-print on Arches Aquarelle (cold pressed) paper, and can only be viewed by one side because it hangs on the museum wall. The painter colorfully represented the face of Venus. The neck and the entire face are completed in pink, but the hair is brown. These features are contrasted against a solid light blue background. The goddess’ hair and other facial features are emphasized to bring out her divine yet seductive gaze. The artist paid significant attention to asymmetrical balance, whereby the background colors are made lighter and visually calm to retreat under the dominant warm colors used to paint…
Surname 4 Student Instructor Course Date Jazz Legends: Arturo Sandoval: Performance Review The performance by Jazz Legends, led by Arturo Sandoval, remains one of the most exceptional jazz performances in the history of Jazz due to the outstanding skills displayed. The concert took place in Cabot Theater in Beverly on July 27, 2018. Through the performance, it is apparent that Sandoval’s plays the trumpet in an unassailable manner. His technique and chops can only be matched by few performers such as Faddis, and Shavers. He has an extraordinary range as his tonguing is lighting fast. More so, he has a vast experience in running the chord and embraces harmony in the musical art. Through his skills, he has influenced a new sound into Jazz music. While performing at Beverly, Sandoval’s prodigious skills were evident through using blizzard notes along with the ability to use the bottom and top note of the trumpet. Commonly, the lead trumpet player has a range of 4 octaves, while most players have 3 octaves. Few lead players like Maynard Ferguson and Cat Anderson can…
Article Review: How China’s Authoritarian System Made the Pandemic Worse Name Institution Article Review: How China’s Authoritarian System Made the Pandemic Worse “How China’s Authoritarian System Made the Pandemic Worse,” is an article by the Washington Post editorial board that scrutinizes China’s response to the Coronavirus pandemic. The authors argue that the plague exposed the weaknesses in leadership and governance. For China, this weakness lies in the system. The board writes that the closed, authoritarian Chinese government on more than one occasion engaged in deceit and cover-ups, which contributed immensely to the spread of the virus (How China’s strict system made the pandemic worse, 2020). The editorial board concludes that, while it is mostly biased to accuse China of intentionally unleashing the virus based on the currently available burden of proof, it is accurate to say that China’s system and its deceptive measures worsened the situation. The appropriate remedy would be increased transparency and full…
Article Summary (Janis Jenkins, Pharmaceutical Self) Janis Jenkins focuses on addressing the sudden surge in pharmaceutical use across the globe. Her article examines the cultural aspects of pharmaceutical use and how these drugs are changing our perspectives. This is addressed by an analysis of how culture is transformed by the regular use of drugs to treat all kinds of ailments. The paper also examines the effectiveness of these drugs and whether or not they are good. It also looks at how global pharmaceutical markets are controlled and managed to create health autonomies and lockout some sections of the world. It finalizes with an analysis of how governments make choices over the distribution and sale of pharmaceutical products. The contributors in the journal analyze the global redistribution of medicine use and the logic behind it. Janis explains the self as the sum of orientations towards the environment. He juxtaposes this with the term pharmaceutical self that is the aggregate orientation of an individual towards medicinal drugs. She also introduces the question of imagination in the pharmaceutical imaginary, which loosely refers to…
Introduction The theory selected is Peplau’s theory of Interpersonal Relations. This theory advocates for the establishment of interpersonal relations between two or more individuals for the achievement of a common goal (Im and Ju Chang, 2012). A nurse establishes therapeutic interactions with an individual who is sick or one who needs healthcare services to promote his or her wellbeing (Peate, 2010). There is a similarity in the application of this theory amongst individuals, families, communities, and special populations as long as the goal is to promote the wellness of these groups. Similarities One of the similarities of the application of this theory is in the role played by the nurse. According to Peplau’s theory, a nurse plays roles such as the stranger, teacher, and a counsellor. For instance, as a stranger, the role of the nurse will be to receive the groups mentioned above and work towards the establishment of trust (Peate, 2010). More so, as a teacher, the role of the nurse will be to educate the groups to have a better understanding of their problems (Im and Ju…
Article Summary: Apple to delay mass production of 2020 flagship iPhones by Reuters The article discusses the effects of the coronavirus pandemic on the production process of Apple. Apple is planning to release some new models of iPhones in the late stages of this year. The four new models will have a 5G feature that enables faster internet connectivity and little time of response. Apple incorporation will delay the production of its flagship iPhones that will hit the market this year by over a month. The company will delay the release of its products since market demand has been affected by the coronavirus disease spreading worldwide. Additionally, the manufacturing process has been disturbed in Asia and other parts of the world. Apple is also reducing the number of the mobile phones that it projects to produce in the second half of this year by approximately 20%. The company usually launches new products in September released a low price iPhone this month. This article is essential since it portrays how external factors can affect the demand for a product hence its…
Name Instructor Course number Date Qualities of a Good Relationship Partner It is becoming increasingly frustrating nowadays to find two romantic partners with mutual feelings for each other. Partners come together because their love was blossoming during the earlier stages. However, with time, love might stop being mutual. This might be the case if the affection was based on material possessions that might have run out, or one partner was using the other to achieve something. After the objective has been reached, mutual affection begins to fade. However, there are qualities one should look at in their prospective partner before deciding to get into a relationship with them. Below are some of these qualities. Trust Trust is very basic in any endeavor, including a romantic relationship. The ability to believe what your prospective says or does enables one to be very comfortable around them. It is a good feeling realizing that someone trusts you wholly. The belief that they are harmless either towards their prospective partner or any other party establishes a very vital connection between the two. However, it…
Artificial Intelligence as a HR Trend Name Institution Artificial Intelligence as a HR trend Introduction According to Strohmeier & Piazza (2015), artificial intelligence is the simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to mimic and think like human beings. The machines gain the capacity to take actions that will help in achieving a predetermined goal. The major goals of artificial intelligence are reasoning, perception, and learning. Simple and sophisticated algorithms are used in helping to frame simple and complex artificial tasks. Technology plays an important role in the application of this concept. The technology has been applied in different industries such as the health sector, entertainment, financial sector, and many other sectors. This paper will discuss the concept of Artificial intelligence as one of the major HR trends, with a specific focus on its application, history, its benefits, and demerits. Historical Background of artificial Intelligence The history…