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- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Geography_(Human)/Introduction_to_Human_Geography%3A_A_Disciplinary_Approach_3e_(Gaves)/11%3A_Urban_Geography/11.01%3A_Defining_CitiesThis page discusses the complexities in defining cities and rural areas, highlighting the US Census Bureau's nuanced classification system that includes factors like population density, land use, and ...This page discusses the complexities in defining cities and rural areas, highlighting the US Census Bureau's nuanced classification system that includes factors like population density, land use, and proximity to urban regions.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Bakersfield_College/Intercultural_Communication_(Pruett-Bakersfield_College)/01%3A_Foundations_of_Intercultural_Communication/1.04%3A_Why_Study_Intercultural_CommunicationIt would be easy to be overcome by the complexities of the things that you do not know or understand about another culture, but regardless of who we are communicating with, one fact is important to re...It would be easy to be overcome by the complexities of the things that you do not know or understand about another culture, but regardless of who we are communicating with, one fact is important to remember: the communication choices we make determine the personal, national, and international outcomes that follow.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Social_Work_and_Human_Services/Social_Problems_-_Continuity_and_Change/06%3A_Aging_and_Ageism/6.03%3A_Life_Expectancy_and_the_Graying_of_SocietyThis page discusses global life expectancy disparities, highlighting that wealthier countries average over 75 years while many African nations fall below 60. It attributes these differences to histori...This page discusses global life expectancy disparities, highlighting that wealthier countries average over 75 years while many African nations fall below 60. It attributes these differences to historical, societal, and healthcare access factors. As life expectancy increases, especially in poorer regions, it poses challenges in healthcare and aging populations. In the U.S., rising life expectancy among the elderly affects elder care.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Social_Work_and_Human_Services/Social_Problems_-_Continuity_and_Change/06%3A_Aging_and_Ageism/6.05%3A_Problems_Facing_Older_AmericansThis page outlines the demographic profile and challenges faced by older Americans, including health issues, financial insecurity, and age discrimination. It reveals that many elderly people live belo...This page outlines the demographic profile and challenges faced by older Americans, including health issues, financial insecurity, and age discrimination. It reveals that many elderly people live below the poverty line, particularly women and minorities, and highlights the high costs of nursing homes coupled with inadequate care. In contrast to other countries like the Netherlands, U.S. support systems appear insufficient.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Economics/Economics_(Boundless)/20%3A_Economic_Growth/20.2%3A_Assessing_GrowthEconomic growth is the increase in the market value of goods and services produced by an economy over time; the percentage rate of increase in the GDP.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Public_Speaking/Public_Speaking_(The_Public_Speaking_Project)/05%3A_Audience_Analysis/5.02%3A_Approches_to_Audience_AnalysisWhenever thinking about your speech, it is always a good idea to begin with a thorough awareness of your audience and the many factors comprising that particular audience. In speech communication, we ...Whenever thinking about your speech, it is always a good idea to begin with a thorough awareness of your audience and the many factors comprising that particular audience. In speech communication, we simply call this “doing an audience analysis.” An audience analysis is when you consider all of the pertinent elements defining the makeup and demographic characteristics (also known as demographics) of your audience.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Social_Work_and_Human_Services/Social_Problems_-_Continuity_and_Change/06%3A_Aging_and_Ageism/6.06%3A_Reducing_Ageism_and_Helping_Older_AmericansThis page examines the future of older Americans, emphasizing the growing elderly population, particularly due to baby boomers. It notes their improved education and wealth but highlights inequalities...This page examines the future of older Americans, emphasizing the growing elderly population, particularly due to baby boomers. It notes their improved education and wealth but highlights inequalities faced by women and people of color. The text advocates for enhanced social programs, flexible jobs, and combating ageism, while suggesting investments in younger generations. It also recommends learning from other Western democracies to better support older citizens.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Pueblo_Community_College/GT-SS3%3A_Intercultural_Communication/01%3A_Culture_and_Communication/1.01%3A_Why_Study_Intercultural_CommunicationWe live in a rapidly changing world with larger forces driving us to interact with others who are culturally different from ourselves. It would be easy to be overcome by the complexities of the things...We live in a rapidly changing world with larger forces driving us to interact with others who are culturally different from ourselves. It would be easy to be overcome by the complexities of the things that you do not know or understand about another culture, but regardless of who we are communicating with, one fact is important to remember: the communication choices we make determine the personal, national, and international outcomes that follow.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Intercultural_Communication/Communications_256%3A_Intercultural_Communication/01%3A_Chapters/1.02%3A_Understanding_Cultural_IdentityThe page explores the formation and significance of personal, social, and cultural identities, emphasizing their fluidity and the interactions of dominant and nondominant identity groups. It delves in...The page explores the formation and significance of personal, social, and cultural identities, emphasizing their fluidity and the interactions of dominant and nondominant identity groups. It delves into identity development stages and how awareness impacts personal and societal dynamics. The document underscores the importance of recognizing diversity to improve communication, promote equality, and adapt to demographic shifts.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Intercultural_Communication/Intercultural_Communication_for_the_Community_College_(Karen_Krumrey-Fulks)/01%3A_Chapters/1.01%3A_Why_Study_Intercultural_CommunicationWe live in a rapidly changing world with larger forces driving us to interact with others who are culturally different from ourselves. It would be easy to be overcome by the complexities of the things...We live in a rapidly changing world with larger forces driving us to interact with others who are culturally different from ourselves. It would be easy to be overcome by the complexities of the things that you do not know or understand about another culture, but regardless of who we are communicating with, one fact is important to remember: the communication choices we make determine the personal, national, and international outcomes that follow.
