Explore the concept of social dilemmas in game theory, analyzing inefficient outcomes, Pareto efficiency, and examples such as public goods and pricing strategies. Delve into the implications for societal welfare and the complexities of decision-making in social interactions and game theory.

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The Davis-Moore theory argues that social inequality is necessary as it motivates talented individuals to fulfill crucial roles in society. They believed in meritocracy and unequal rewards to incentivize individuals to pursue important roles. The theory emphasizes that society rewards talent and har

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Social Learning Theory, introduced by Bandura, emphasizes learning through observation and modeling. It explores how individuals acquire behavioral dispositions, trial-and-error experiences, and the impact of stimuli in the environment. The theory focuses on the importance of attention, retention, a

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Social entrepreneurship involves creating sustainable social impact, social enterprises address challenges in critical needs sectors, and social innovation focuses on developing effective solutions to social and environmental issues. These concepts emphasize creating social value while engaging with

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Development of mathematical theories such as model theory, proof theory, set theory, recursion theory, and computational complexity is discussed, starting from historical perspectives with Dedekind and Peano to Godel's theorems, recursion theory's golden age in the 1930s, and advancements in proof t

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Psychological theories of criminality delve into the association between intelligence, personality, learning, and criminal behavior. Major theories include Psychodynamic Theory by Freud, Behavioral Theory by Bandura, and Cognitive Theory by Kohlberg. These theories explore how unconscious mental pro

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Thomas Kuhn's work explores the subjective elements in theory choice, highlighting that theory selection is not solely based on objective algorithms. He discusses the structure of scientific revolutions, where science shifts between normal and revolutionary phases. Kuhn's ideas have faced criticisms

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The field of International Relations (IR) encompasses various theories that seek to explain global phenomena, drawing from disciplines like history, philosophy, and economics. Theory, derived from contemplation and speculation, organizes ideas to explain issues such as state emergence, conflict caus

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The theory of firms is explored through the Neoclassical and Modern perspectives. Neoclassical theory focuses on profit maximization, while Modern theory delves into managerial, principal-agent, and transaction cost theories. The discussion covers criticisms of Neoclassical theory and the essential

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Medical Social Work, also known as Health Care Social Work, plays a crucial role in addressing the social, physical, and psychological needs of patients. Through providing case work, after-care, and convalescence services, Medical Social Workers contribute to reducing hospital readmissions, preventi

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The chapter delves into various theories of motivation, including instinct theory, drive-reduction theory, incentive theory, and cognitive theory, explaining how internal states and external stimuli influence behavior. It also explores biological and social motives such as hunger and the roles of di

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Overview of theories of causation categorized into psychological, social psychological, and sociological perspectives. Psychological theories focus on instinctive, biological, and psychological qualities of abusers, including Attachment Theory, Psychodynamic Theory, Social Learning Theory, and Situa

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Exploring G.H. Sabine's perspective on political theory through a contextual approach, emphasizing the importance of historical context and societal influences. Sabine argues that while political theory evolves with its contemporary politics, it should be analyzed within its specific time and social

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The liberal theory of citizenship emphasizes the essential components of right, responsibility, and identity within a political community. It contrasts with pre-capitalist societies by offering a weak sense of membership and reduced citizen obligations. The addition of social rights has brought an e

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Social legislation is inspired by the constitution and aims to remove discrimination, safeguard rights of vulnerable groups, and eradicate social evils. It plays a crucial role in social welfare by providing a legal basis for addressing societal issues, enhancing community well-being, and facilitati

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At the turn of the century, the discovery of the photoelectric effect challenged the wave theory of light, leading to the development of the quantum theory by Max Planck and Albert Einstein. This new theory introduced the concept of discrete energy units known as quanta, bridging the gap between wav

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Social Cognitive Theory, developed by Albert Bandura, emphasizes learning through observation and modeling behaviors. The theory explores how individuals acquire new behaviors, thoughts, and attitudes by observing others. Bandura's famous Bobo doll experiment showcased how children imitated aggressi

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Exploring major theoretical perspectives such as functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism along with contemporary approaches like code theory, cultural capital, and status competition. The functionalist theory emphasizes social cohesion and maintaining social order through educati

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Overview of Dp-branes, NS5-branes, and U-duality derived from nonabelian (2,0) theory with Lie 3-algebra. Introduction to M-theory, including M2-branes and M5-branes in the strong coupling limit. Discussion on BLG theory, Lorentzian Lie 3-algebra, and the ABJM theory for M2-branes.

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Emilia-Romagna Region in Italy highlights the importance of social economy and innovation for sustainable development. Various initiatives such as Social Cooperatives and Voluntary Associations contribute to the region's social well-being. The focus on social values and not-for-profit activities dri

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Perturbation theory is a powerful tool in solving complex physical and mathematical problems approximately by adjusting solutions from a related problem with known solutions. This theory allows for more accurate approximate solutions by treating the difference as a small perturbation. An example inv

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Divine Command Theory asserts that morality is derived from God's commands, contrasting with Virtue Theory which focuses on developing moral virtues to achieve human flourishing and excellence. Divine Command Theory relies on religious texts, while Virtue Theory emphasizes the cultivation of virtues

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Affect Control Theory explores how individuals maintain an orderly society through repeated actions. This primer delves into the theory's elements, the intellectual terrain of the 1960s, addressing questions on societal order, and the control principle. It also highlights the theory's scope conditio

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Fermi liquid theory, also known as Landau-Fermi liquid theory, is a theoretical model that describes the normal state of metals at low temperatures. Introduced by Landau and further developed by Abrikosov and Khalatnikov, this theory explains the similarities and differences between interacting ferm

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Social theory is a system of interconnected ideas that organizes knowledge about the social world. It helps us analyze social problems like social pathology, disorganization, conflicts in values, and deviant behaviors. Differentiating theory, perspective, and model, it's key to note that theories pr

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Explore the Energy Choice policies in Illinois and Texas through key legislation such as the Illinois Customer Choice Act and Texas Senate Bill 7. Learn about the impact on retail rates, market participants, and customer switching behaviors. Gain insights into the evolution of retail choice in these

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Computational Learning Theory explores inductive learning algorithms that generate hypotheses from training sets, emphasizing the uncertainty of generalization. The theory introduces probabilities to measure correctness and certainty, addressing challenges in learning hidden concepts. Through exampl

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This course overview covers concepts in automata theory and theory of computation, including formal language classes, grammars, recognizers, theorems in automata theory, decidability, and intractability of computational problems. The Chomsky hierarchy, interplay between computing components, modern-

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This course covers the management of micro-level clean energy projects, emphasizing the social, economic, and technical impacts of selected clean energy technologies. It discusses project organization, tools, project life cycle, financial analysis, barriers, capacity building, and more. It delves in

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Social neuroscience delves into how the brain processes social interactions and their impact on human well-being. It focuses on the interconnectedness between social connections and overall life satisfaction, suggesting that humans are inherently social beings with a strong need for social belonging

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The development and implementation of social entrepreneurship practices in Bulgaria aim to promote social inclusion through the development of the social economy. The focus is on combining economic results with social objectives, managed transparently with measurable, positive financial value. Vario

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Explore various theories of interest in economics, including the Classical Theory, Liquidity Preference Theory by Keynes, Productivity Theory, Abstinence Theory, Time-Preference Theory, Fisher's Time Preference Theory, and the Loanable Fund Theory. These theories offer different perspectives on the

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Today's class delves into the application of matching theory in the context of school choice, highlighting the importance of efficient placements, fair outcomes, and user-friendly mechanisms. Explore the evolution of school choice programs, the debate around placement mechanisms, stability considera

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Delve into the historical journey of atomic theory starting from Democritus and Aristotle's views to modern advancements proving some aspects of Dalton's theory incorrect. Learn about key laws and theories such as the Particle Theory of Matter, Dalton's Atomic Theory, and JJ Thomson's discoveries, s

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Brandywine School District is hosting a School Choice Information Session featuring Superintendent Lincoln Hohler, CFO Jason Hale, and Choice Coordinator Stacy Karpinski. Learn about Delaware's School Choice Program, open enrollment dates for the 2021-2022 school year, choice priorities, and require

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John Rawls' theory of justice focuses on addressing the inequalities in life prospects stemming from social starting positions. He argues that the basic structure of society must be the subject of justice regulation as it profoundly impacts individuals from the outset. Rawls emphasizes that social j

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Social geography is a branch of human geography focusing on social structures, groups, and activities. It examines the spatial arrangement of social phenomena, social differences, and patterns in understanding socially defined population groups. The scope of social geography includes analyzing spati

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Explore the realm of Social Choice Theory and Voting Models, delving into mathematical theories that deal with aggregating individual preferences. Learn about the history, applications, and notable figures in this field, as well as various voting rules and algorithms used to determine winners based

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Rational choice theory, a prominent approach in political science since the 1970s, focuses on strategic interactions among individuals seeking to maximize their own goals. Rooted in economic tools, this theory emphasizes rational decision-making based on individual interests and preferences. Methodo

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The Tsai-Hill failure theory is based on the strengths of a unidirectional lamina, incorporating longitudinal and transverse tensile and compressive strengths, as well as in-plane shear strength. This theory, derived from the distortion energy theory, provides criteria for determining lamina failure

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