Maisah Robinson, Ph.D.
I am an English educator, educational consultant, writer, editor, and researcher.
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Did the Egyptian Pharaohs Curse Their Tombs and the Pyramids?Many people have believed that the ancient pharaohs or their priests cursed the Egyptian royal tombs, so that if anyone dared disturb them, they would be punished. Are they really cursed? -
Hitler's Obsession with Art and His Great Heist During World War IIFrom an early age, Aldolf Hitler had an obsession with art. He wrote in Mein Kampf that he knew as a schoolboy what he wanted to be, a painter. -
Philip Caputo's Memoir: Lessons that Should Have Been Learned from the Vietnam WarPhilip Caputo's memoir, A Rumor of War, details the U.S. soldiers' experiences and the fighting in Vietnam. -
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in the Classical PeriodThis paper presents an historical background of the period, and its musical characteristics, and describes one of Mozart's 49 symphonies, Symphony in B flat, and the technique of his operas, to illustrate the components of the Classical style. -
Comparison of Societies Portrayed in the Brave New World and Mrs. DallowayIn Brave New World, the powerful technological society influenced and controlled the people. In Mrs. Dalloway, the social order was the determiner of the way in which people lived.
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Ancient Board Games "Mancala" and "Go" and Their Mathematical ProofsMancala and Go are two of the oldest board games in the world. -
The Rise and Fall of the Mysterious Knights TemplarThe Order of the Temple was a military order, founded in the early twelfth century, in the wake of the Catholic conquest of the Holy Land, to protect pilgrims traveling to the holy places against bandits. -
The Devastating Impact of the Black Death on Marriage and Family in Medieval EnglandThe bubonic plague, later called the Black Death raged from 1331 to 1353. -
Homeless Women and Children: The Problem and the SolutionIt is estimated that women represent as much as 50% of the homeless population in the United -
Cartoons as Propaganda and Political CommentaryPolitical cartoon propaganda involves a close scrutiny of the political system and politicians. -
President John F. Kennedy's Assassination - Much Uncovered, Much More Still CoveredOne of President Lyndon Johnson's first acts as president was to organize a commission to investigate Kennedy's assassination. The Warren Commission declared that it found no evidence of conspiracy and that Oswald had acted alone in the killing. -
How to Effectively Execute and Communicate Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) SolutionsCompanies fail to effectively communicate and execute their performance management plans because the necessary management or communications systems are not in place. -
Why People like SaltAt birth, sweet taste is preferred and sour and bitter are rejected; preference for salt emerges by approximately 4 months.
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Tragedy of the Japanese American Roundup, Expulsion and IncarcerationThe roundup, expulsion, and incarceration of more than a hundred thousand Japanese Americans in the months after the beginning of the Pacific War between the United States and Japan is a major blot on the record of American democracy. -
Dual Diagnosis: Substance Abuse and the Mentally IllIn recent years, there has been increasing concern about the problems and clinical management of people with mental illness and substance use disorders, which is referred to as dual diagnosis (DD). -
What Sound Bites Are Reported During the Presidential Campaign and WhyThe use of sound bites through the careful selection of details is one of the ways the media presents the views of presidential candidates.
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History of Midwifery in the U.S.Beginning in simplicity, midwifery has survived through the centuries, fulfilling its meaning of ''with woman" as birth, and the renewal of life.
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How to Make Democracy WorkDemocracy requires majority rule, but at the same time, the protection of minority rights from the will of the majority is a key component of democracy.
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Medicinal Properties of Horseradish and RecipesHorseradish is a plant that is good for medicine. It is a natural, spicy food source. .
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A Comparison of Americans' and Samoans' Approach to Child-rearingThis paper argues that based on the findings of Mead and Hersch, the Samoans' family structure fosters socially and emotionally healthier children than does that of the American family structure and dynamics.
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Schizophrenia: Causes and TreatmentsSchizophrenia has different origins, characterized by disturbances of the mind and personality, and altered behavior toward others.
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Why Music Education is ImportantMusic education is vital for children because it increases their chances to succeed in school.
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The History of the Bantu People of South AfricaThe Bantu People of South African have a highly developed society.
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Alzheimer's Disease Remedies That Boost Brain PowerAn effort is under way to find drugs that will prevent or slow the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. There are already some widely recommended alternative treatments for Alzheimer's that boost brain power:
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How to Improve Your Interpersonal Communication SkillsHow to increase your oral communication skills by being specific and clear, and owning your messages.
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How Academic Writing Became a ProcessThe paradigm of academic writing has evolved from the current-traditional theory of rhetoric to writing as a process.
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How Globalization is Transforming International RelationsGlobalization is transforminng core countries and their ability to dominate production of consumer goods to the rest of the world.
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Controversial False Memory SyndromeFalse memory syndrome is hotly debated and many psychologists deny that memories of earlier childhood abuse can be recalled by adult clients during therapy.
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The Outrageous Chicago Conspiracy Trial of 1968-1969The Chicago Conspiracy Trial of 1968-1969 put the government on trial in defense of the counterculture.
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Pollution Wrecks Havoc on the Oceans' Animals and PlantsHuman beings discharge hundreds of thousands of tons of waste into the oceans every day.
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Intellectual Property/Copyright Law and the InternetThis papers provides an overview of intellectual property and copyright law with respect to the Internet.
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An Overview of the Cold War (1945-1991)The Cold War (1945-1991) dominated international relations within a framework of political, economic, and military tension between the United States and the Soviet Union.
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Cynical Quotes About Politics and PoliticiansThese quotes are examples of the public's disdain for politics and politicians.
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Public Opinion and the Supreme CourtThe US Supreme Court is to some degree influenced by public opinion.
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Overview of Foster Care in the USIn the U.S. more children are being removed to foster care, seriously stressing the child welfare system.
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Travel Along the Trail of Tears National Historic TrailThe Trail of Tears National Historic Trail, which covers 2,200 miles across nine states, recognizes the forced removal of the Cherokee people by the U.S. government in 1838.
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The Phenomenon of SavantsSavant syndrome, formerly known as "idiot savant," is a phenomenon that iexplains the extraordinary skills of some individuals.
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Overview of Julius Caesar's Conquest of GaulJulius Caesar's Conquest of Gaul is a record of his deeds for posterity
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History and Overview of the Head Start ProgramHead Start provides an opportunity for children, particularly those from low-income families to receive compensatory education.
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History and Overview of Disability Rights and BenefitsThe US Government and the private sector offer disability benefits.
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Review of Herbert Gutman's Book The Black Family in Slavery and Freedom 1750-1925The Black Family in Slavery and Freedom 1750-1925 (1976), is a part of revisionist literature in reaction to slavery literature that emphasized the destructive impact of the institution on African American life.
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Natural Remedies for High Blood PressureHigh blood pressure can be controlled by adopting a healthy lifestyle and taking nutrients.
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Healthy Desserts Made with SoymilkSoymilk makes these desserts nutritious and delicious.
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Review of Francisco Goya's Disasters of WarFrancisco Jose de Goya y Lucientes gained recognitionfor his portrayals of the French repression of the Spanish rebels against Napoleon in 1808.
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Themes in Willa Cather's "Neighbor Rosicky"In the short story, Neighbor Rosicky, Willa Sibert Cather portrays the pioneer experience in Nebraska.
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Quick and Easy Household Cleaning TipsQuick and easy tips that are shortcuts to common chores.
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Stress Relief from BiofeedbackBiofeedback can be used to relieve stress and learn how to control its symptoms.
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The Saga of Einstein's BrainEinstein's brain was held captive for 40 years.
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Cryonics: Can a Body Be Rejuvenated After Death?There is no scientific evidence to support cryonics. It is improbable that a human corpse can not be rejuvenated after death.
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Vitamins that Help Children and Young People with Behavioral ProblemsCertain nutrients can help treat children and young people with uncontrolled behavior.
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How Effective is the Mozart Effect?Research has indicated that the Mozart Effect may not be able to enhance intelligence.
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Humorous English: Misplaced Modifiers and How to Fix ThemThis article provides a description of sentences with humorous misplaced modifiers and offers suggested corrected versions.
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Myth-Busting: The Fact Is, You Use More Than 10% of Your BrainIt is a myth that we use only 10% of our brains, we use all of our brain power.
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Louis Staffilino, the Man with the Most PenniesLouis Staffilino has the distinction of depositing the most pennies in a bank by an individual at one time.
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Jeffrey Nichols, the Nation's Number One Deadbeat DadJeffrey Nichols became a fugitive for 5 years to avoid paying back child support in the largest amount ever awarded.
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Healthy Chocolate Cake RecipeThis healthy chocolate cake recipe contains healthy ingredients and is topped with a light, vanilla frosting.
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The Great Blondin, First Tightrope Walker to Cross Niagara FallsThe article highlights the thrilling feats of Jean Francois Gravelot, called the "Great Blondin," the first tightrope walker to cross Niagara Falls. Over two summers, Blondin danced, ate and carried objects and a human over the Falls.
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Kangal Hot Spring for the Treatment of PsoriasisThe Kangal Hot Spring with Fish, located in Turkey, contains the "Doctor Fish," which have curative powers to particularly treat psoriasis. The way the fish eat away the diseased areas of the skin is presented.