Teenager Smokers in the UAE

TEENAGER SMOKER

The differences between the subjective feelings of those who smoke and those who don’t are shown in behavioral changes that are more apparent in teens than adults. Teens seem to be more abrasive when smoking or they feel like they are older and wiser when they smoke .Similarly even in Abu Dhabi everyday the amount of teenage smokers are increasing, so in this essay I am going to write about why these teenagers smoke and how can we prevent them to smoke.

Teens like to act as if they are someone special or dangerous. By smoking they can act on those feelings. Because it is so forbidden it becomes more alluring to teens. The problem is that when they take that first drag, they can become addicted. The idea that they are breaking the law or going against their parents and schools is an addiction within itself. Kids like to get attention; it does not matter if it’s good attention or bad attention. They crave attention and by smoking they get big attention. The other teens look at them in all kinds of ways and the adults get upset and don’t know what to do.

Nicotine is considered the number one entrance drug into other substance abuse problems. Research shows that teens between 13 and 17 years of age who smoke daily are more likely to use other drug substances. The use of other drugs is part of the peer pressure that our children have to face. The earlier that our youth begin using tobacco, the more likely they will continue using into adulthood.

http://ehow.org/teen/tobacco/smoking.html

Smoking is a hard habit to break because tobacco contains nicotine, which is highly addictive. Like heroin or other addictive drugs, the body and mind quickly become so used to the nicotine in cigarettes that a person needs to have it just to feel normal.

People start smoking for a variety of different reasons. Some think it looks cool. Others start because their family members or friends smoke. Statistics show that about 9 out of 10 tobacco users start before they're 18 years old. Most adults who started smoking in their teens never expected to become addicted. That's why people say it's just so much easier to not start smoking at all.

http://kidshealth.org/teen/drug_alcohol/tobacco/smoking.html

The obvious solutions to stop the children and the children around the neighborhood are that the parents should not smoke in front of them until they reach a mature age that they know its harmful and dangerous for their health. In Abu Dhabi they have sustained a law that to buy a cigarette pack you have to be twenty-one above, similarly they can increase the prices of cigarettes packs so that the teenagers could not afford it and do not attempt to smoke, like in the United Kingdom where the prices of cigarettes are seventy percent higher than Abu Dhabi. Another attempt to stop the youth to smoke is to manage programs and seminars in their schools regarding cigarettes are harmful and how can it affect their further lives. Abu Dhabi government can manage extra curriculums like sports, gym and educational programs and camps so that the youth does not go towards the smoking environment. The final and one of the most important ways to make them aware is the media, by showing documentaries in the local televisions and advertisements how smoking is harmful and how smokers are treated in the society.

In the conclusion my opinion is that I agree that the youth should try something healthy, as smoking is not. One of the reasons is that Abu Dhabi government should increase the prices of the cigarettes so that the youth spend their money on something useful. The retailers or the shopkeepers can help the government and the parents by following the law by not selling teenagers or children cigarettes that are below twenty one. The smoker's parents should not smoke and send their children to buy cigarettes for themselves.

References

Fibkins, William L., (1993), "Combating Student Tobacco Addiction in Secondary Schools," NASSP Bulletin, December.

"Guidelines for School Health Program to Prevent Tobacco Use and Addiction," (1994), Journal of School Health, Vol. 64, No. 9, November.

http://kidshealth.org/teen/drug_alcohol/tobacco/smoking.html

http://ehow.org/teen/tobacco/smoking.html

http:// wikipedia.org/teen /smoking.html

Technology in marketing draft 2

Nowadays, almost all organizations operate their business through the use of technology. In fact, “Technology gives owner/operators ample opportunity at their convenience to investigate the competition and ensure that they possess the products consumers desire’ (Eric Taylor). Technology not only adds value to the business but it also makes the employer’s job easier and faster. Marketing is a type of business that has been affected by the use of technology. This paper is going to examine the history, the advantages and the disadvantages of technology on the business.

The beginning of marketing was in 1900s with the discovery of basic concepts and their exploration. In 1910, there was an interest in classification and definition of terms.then, in the 1920s there was integration and on the basis of principles; the development of specialization and variation of theory was shown in the 1930s.After that, in the 1940s there was revision in the light of new demands and a more scientific approach. then, in tha 1950s there was reconceptualisation in the light of managerialism, which leds to social development and quantitative approaches. From the early 60s to late 70s there new various were developments in theories such as differentiation on bases and socialization and the adaption of marketing to social change.(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_marketing).

When we think about the advantage of using technology in marketing, three criteria come to mind; save time, strong promotions, and competitive advantages over rivals. Firstly, using technology in the business especially in the marketing saves us time. For example, by simply using the internet, we can spread the word faster. Moreover, using technology such as the computer will help the marketer to gather more information in less time. Secondly, using technology will help the business to develop strong promotions. For instance, the marketer starts to use Internet Advertising to spread the word and to gain more audiences. Finally, competitive advantages are the last advantage of using technology in the business. Being able to be updated and ahead in the game gives any business a competitive advantage over rivals. These are the aspects that the business and technology are related to each other in a positive way so; these are considered the reasons behind the success of companies that use technology in marketing.

The use of technology in marketing also can have its disadvantages; three things can be thought about. First and foremost, using technology in this developed world can make our business especially in marketing more complex. For example," The increasing oppression of technologically advanced societies over those which are not", especially countries and companies that have a lack of technologies.

(http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_the_disadvantages_of_technology_today).

Furthermore, using technology in the advanced sector will be useless when communicating with the less advanced. More important, the danger that lies behind computer viruses and bugs will make the victim an easy target for hackers and for losing important information. For instance, depending on technology doesn`t mean that there will be no consequences like breaking information and losing the effort of years in less than 5 minutes. Subsequently, heavy dependence on technology will lead to professionalism. For example professionalism can lead to stolen copyright and privacy.

In conclusion, the use of technology has spread to our daily lives and to our business in many specific ways. As we mentioned earlier the advantages of technology can hide its disadvantages such as saving time which is considered a very important property of technology. On the other hand, we must not forget about the danger behind viruses and bugs which can be seen as a very major problem. In my opinion, we should use technology in marketing different aspects but not over use in a way that can lead us to regret.

References:

E Taylor, E. (2009, January 26). Business Startups - Use of Technology in Business. Retrieved April 12, 2010, from http://ezinearticles.com/?Business-­Startups-­-­-­Use-­of-­Technology-­in-­Business&id=1924004

History of marketing: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_marketing

http://www.knowthis.com/principles-of-marketing-tutorials/what-is-marketing/history-of-marketing/

http://www.multimediamarketing.com/mkc/historyofmarketing/

http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_the_disadvantages_of_technology_today

Technology in marketing draft 1

At present, almost all organizations operates their business through the use of technology. Technology not only adds value to the business but it also makes the employer’s job more efficient, faster and up to date. Marketing meanwhile has been affected by the use of technology. This paper is going to examine the history, the advantages and the disadvantages of technology on the business.

In the beginning of marketing sector there was a period from 1900 to 1970. " The beginning of marketing was in 1900;discovering basic concepts and their exploration, classification of concepts and definition of terms, there was integration, the development of specialization and variation of theory and the revision in the light of new demands and a more scientific approach. Moreover, From early 60s to late 70s there was new various developments in theories such as differentiation on bases and socialization and the adaption of marketing to social change" ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_marketing).

If we think about the advantage of using technology in marketing, three criteria come to mind; save time, strong promotions, competitive advantages over rivals. Firstly, using technology in the business especially in the marketing saves us time. Secondly, using technology will help the business to develop strong promotion. For instance, the marketer starts to use Internet Advertising to spread the word and to gain more audiences. Finally, competitive advantages are the last advantage of using technology in the business. Being able to be updated and ahead in the game give any business a competitive advantage over rivals.

Like any other sector there are disadvantages of marketing; three things can be thought about. First and foremost, using technology in this developed world can make our business especially in marketing more complex. For example," The increasing oppression of technologically advanced societies over those which are not", especially countries and companies that have a lack of technologies. (http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_the_disadvantages_of_technology_today), More important, the danger that lies behind computer viruses and bugs that will make the victim an easy target for hackers and for losing important information. Subsequently, heavy dependence on technology will lead to professionalism which leads to stolen copyright and privacy.

For these reasons, the advantages of technology can hide its disadvantages such as saving time and strong promotion. On the other hand, we must not forget about the danger behind viruses and bugs which can be seen as a very major problem. In my opinion, we should be aware of technology and its advantages and disadvantages.

References:

E Taylor, E. (2009, January 26). Business Startups - Use of Technology in Business. Retrieved April 12, 2010, from http://ezinearticles.com/?Business-­Startups-­-­-­Use-­of-­Technology-­in-­Business&id=1924004

History of marketing: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_marketing

http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_the_disadvantages_of_technology_today

Vocabulary log

1-Disabuse- adj.- to free a person from falsehood or error.

"We had to disabuse her of the notion that she was invited."

2-Dogged- adj.- stubborn or determined.

"Her dogged pursuit of the degree eventually paid off."

3-Eclectic- adj.- selecting or employing individual elements from a variety of sources.

"Many modern decorators prefer an eclectic style." (n: eclecticism)

4-Endemic- adj.- prevalent in or native to a certain region, locality, or people.

"The disease was endemic to the region."

5-Enigma- n.- puzzle; mystery.

"Math is an enigma to me." (adj: enigmatic).

6- equivocal- adj.- ambiguous; unclear; subject to more than one interpretation -- often intentionally .

"Republicans complained that Bill Clinton's answers were equivocal." (v. equivocate).

7- Esoteric- adj.- intended for or understood by only a few.

"The esoteric discussion confused some people." (n: esoterica).

8- exacerbate- v.- to increase the bitterness or violence of; to aggravate.

"The decision to fortify the border exacerbated tensions."

9- exculpate- v.- to demonstrate or prove to be blameless.

"The evidence tended to exculpate the defendant."(adj: exculpatory).

10- exorbitant- adj.- exceeding customary or normal limits, esp. in quantity or price.

"The cab fare was exorbitant."

11- Extant- adj.- in existence, still existing.

" The only extant representative of that species."

12- Fathom- n., v.- a measure of length (six feet) used in nautical settings. to penetrate to the depths of something in order to understand it.

"I couldn't fathom her reasoning on that issue."

13- Feign- v. to give false appearance or impression.

"He feigned illness to avoid going to school." (adj: feigned)

14- floundering- adj.- struggling.

"We tried to save the floundering business."

15- Gossamer- n., adj- fine cobweb on foliage; fine gauzy fabric; very fine.

"She wore a gossamer robe."

16- headlong - adj., adv.- headfirst; impulsive; hasty. impulsively; hastily; without forethought.

"They rushed headlong into marriage."

17- Imply- v.- to suggest indirectly; to entail.

"She implied she didn't believe his story." (n: implication).

18- Improvidence- n.- an absence of foresight; a failure to provide for future needs or events.

"Their improvidence resulted in the loss of their home."

19- Inchoate- adj.- in an initial or early stage; incomplete; disorganized.

"The act of writing forces one to clarify inchoate thoughts."

20- Insular - adj.- of or pertaining to an island, thus, excessively exclusive.

"Newcomers found it difficult to make friends in the insular community."

Veyron vs 911 turbo

In these days the car companies are challenging to produce sport cars and one company wants to be the number one company producing super cars and win the competition, so we face the super cars like the Bugatti Veyron and the Porsche 911 turbo. I am going to compare between the two cars in order to tell everybody which car is better than the other one. My opinion also will be included so I will choose which car I prefer and I will give my reason for it.

There are some similarities between the Bugatti Veyron and the Porsche 911 turbo like both cars are German super sport cars and both of them have a very good road holding (www.carfolio.com). I mean the traction is high level traction in order to stick the car on the bendy roads. Also both cars have a top speed which is above 300 km/h. And to avoid drifting while driving both cars are 4 wheel drive cars(www.carfolio.com ). And the two cars are two door cars because they are super cars. The engine is placed in the back in both cars. And also both cars are daily use cars.

The differences are several. For example the price of the Veyron is $1,500,000(www.veyronbugatti.com) while the 911 turbo is $143,800(www.porsche.com). There are big differences between the two cars like the top speed of the Veyron is 407 Km/h (www.youtube.com)(www.veyronbugatti.com),and the 911 turbo is 312 Km/h(www.porsche.com). And in a drag race the Veyron can do from 0-60 MPH in 2.8 seconds(www.veyronbugatti.com) but the 911 turbo can do it in 3.6 seconds(www.porsche.com) and that is because of three reasons; the first one is the engine and the horse power, and then the torque in both cars which is 16 cylinder and 1001 hp and 922 FTLBS in the Veyron(www.veyronbugatti.com), and only 6 cylinder and 500 hp and 650 NM in the 911 turbo(www.porsche.com). The only thing that the 911 turbo is better than the Veyron is the weight which is 4162 lbs in the Veyron(www.veyronbugatti.com), and 3461 lbs in the 911 turbo(www.porsche.com).

There is a good point that I like in the Veyron which is that the Veyron approaches the earth before the driver starts driving (www.youtube.com). And there is also a point that interests me in the 911 turbo which its that the body of this car is one of the best safety bodies in the world(www.youtube.com). And I like that there is in both cars an air conditioner; although they are super cars that makes the two of them daily use cars.

In my opinion I prefer the Bugatti Veyron because it’s a unique car because the company is producing a small number of it yearly. Also because I want to know the feeling while I am driving 407 Km/h. and it’s the best shape car I have ever seen. In general it’s my dream car.

References:

http://www.porsche.com/international/models/911/

http://www.veyronbugatti.com/

Bugatti Veyron Specs.:

Exterior:
Length: 175.7 in
Width: 78.7 in.
Height: 47.4 in.
Wheel Base: 106.7 in.
Ground Clearance: 4.9 in.
Curb Weight: 4162 lbs.
Gross Weight: 4850 lbs.
Interior:
Luggage Capacity: 3.5 cu. ft.
Cargo Capacity: 4 cu. ft.
Seating: 2

Performance:
Top Speed: 253 mph / 407 km/h
0-60mph: 2.8 seconds
0-100mph 5.5 seconds 0-100-0: 9.9 seconds Number of Cylinders:
Base Engine Size: 8 liters
Base Engine Type: W16
Horsepower: 1001 hp
Max Horsepower: 6000 rpm
Torque: 922 ft lbs.
Max Torque: 2200 rpm
Drive Type: AWD
Fuel:
Capacity: 26.4 gallons
EPA Mileage (Est): 8 mpg City / 14 mpg Highway
Range in Miles: 211.2 City / 369.6 Highway
MSRP: $1,500,000

www.carfolio.com

http://www.carfolio.com/specifications/models/car/?car=203038

http://www.youtube.com/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LO0PgyPWE3o&feature=player_embedded

Smoking

Shechter, Relli. Smoking, Culture and Economy in the Middle East : The Egyptian Tobacco Market 1850-2000. I. B. Tauris & Company, Limited, 2006. Student Resource Center-Gold. Web. 15 Mar. 2010. .

Sloan, Frank A, Christopher Conover, and Jan Ostermann. Price of Smoking. MIT, 2004. Student Resource Center-Gold. Web. 15 Mar. 2010. .

World Health Organization. WHO Report on the Global Tobacco Epidemic 2008 : The MPOWER Package. World Health Organization, 2008. Student Resource Center-Gold. Web. 15 Mar. 2010. .

Referancing Questions

Part 1 – Referencing Questions
Watch the podcast that is linked under Referencing Links on the LCES N100 webpage. Answer the following questions from the presentation.

1. What is plagiarism?

To represent the thoughts and the work of another author as it is your own work.

2. What must you do avoid plagiarizing?
List all the items that are in the projest.


3. What style of referencing is accepted at HCT?
MLA style.

4. What are the five types of information that are often included when referencing from various sources?
Author name, Title, Place Published, Publisher, Date Published.
5. When creating a reference for a book what comes first?
Author’s name.

6. What is the second item of information in a magazine reference?

The title of the article.

7. What is the last item of information in a magazine reference?

Page number.

8. What is the third item of information when referencing a website?

Name of website.

9. What is last item of information when referencing a website?

URL.

10. In the case of a database source, what is the third item of information?

Magazine name.

11. What comes before the URL in a database reference?
The date you acceded it.
12. Where is the bibliography?

At the end

13. What is in the bibliography?

All the resource you have accessing.

14. When giving the author’s name which part of the name do you put first?

Family name.

15. How do you order items in the bibliography?

Alphabetically.
16. Besides quotations, where do you use an inline citation?
Reported speech.

17. What information goes in an inline citation?
Author’s name, date/ page numbers.
18. Name one citation machine that can help you?

www.easybib.com
19. Besides your teacher, who can help you with referencing?
The library staff.
20. In Google type, ‘HCT plagiarism.’ Find the page which describes the consequences of plagiarism at HCT. State what this consequence is.


Dismissal from HCT immediately.

Possible topics:

car accidents
smoking
obesity
aircraft safety
divorce
adult literacy
species extinctionPart 2 – Sample Bibliography
Choose topic that interests you.

Topic:
Using the ADM library catalogue

Go to http://library.hct.ac.ae/
Click Databases and ebooks
Perform the same search with the data bases Student Resource Center – Gold
List three sources that might be useful.

(1)
(2)

(3)


Use Easybib to create a bibliography from the sources above