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- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Economics/Economics_(Boundless)/20%3A_Economic_Growth/20.3%3A_ProductivityIncreasing productivity is a rare win-win, improving the standard of living from a governmental, commercial and consumer perspective.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Canada_College/ENGL_LING_200%3A_Introduction_to_Linguistics/01%3A_Introduction-_What_is_language/1.03%3A_Hallmarks_of_human_languageNow I would also argue that arbitrariness may be the hardest of the areas to understand; in fact, it's the next section of this chapter is devoted to arbitrariness, and we're going to come back to arb...Now I would also argue that arbitrariness may be the hardest of the areas to understand; in fact, it's the next section of this chapter is devoted to arbitrariness, and we're going to come back to arbitrariness in a number of chapters in this course.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Economics/Principles_of_Macroeconomics_3e_(OpenStax)/20%3A_International_Trade/20.03%3A_What_Happens_When_a_Country_Has_an_Absolute_Advantage_in_All_GoodsThe reduction of shoe production by 1,500 pairs in the United States is more than offset by the gain of 2,000 pairs of shoes in Mexico, while the reduction of 2,500 refrigerators in Mexico is more tha...The reduction of shoe production by 1,500 pairs in the United States is more than offset by the gain of 2,000 pairs of shoes in Mexico, while the reduction of 2,500 refrigerators in Mexico is more than offset by the additional 6,000 refrigerators produced in the United States.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Sociology/Marriage_and_Family/Critical_Perspectives_on_Technology_and_the_Family_(Walker)/09%3A_What_Boundaries_Technology's_Role_in_Work_and_Family_Balance/9.01%3A_What_Boundaries_Technology's_Role_in_Work_and_Family_BalanceThis page examines the complexities of work-family balance, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic and with technology's rise. It addresses boundary theory, cultural influences, and gender roles on...This page examines the complexities of work-family balance, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic and with technology's rise. It addresses boundary theory, cultural influences, and gender roles on work-life dynamics, emphasizing the mixed effects of telework. Factors influencing technology use relate to individual preferences and organizational policies. Key outcomes include productivity and family satisfaction, while challenges include stress and role conflict.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/HACC_Central_Pennsylvania's_Community_College/ANTH_205%3A_Cultures_of_the_World_-_Perspectives_on_Culture_(Scheib)/05%3A_Language/5.03%3A_Human_Language_Compared_with_Other_SpeciesAll animals communicate whether it is through the use of meaningful sounds or visual signs, such as facial expressions, color changes, body postures and movements. Great apes and other primates have r...All animals communicate whether it is through the use of meaningful sounds or visual signs, such as facial expressions, color changes, body postures and movements. Great apes and other primates have relatively complex systems of communication that use varying combinations of sound, body language, scent, facial expression, and touch. Humans share a number of forms of non-verbal system with the great apes.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/07%3A_Work_Effectively_in_Groups/7.03%3A_Group_Life_Cycles_and_Member_RolesGroups are dynamic systems in constant change. Groups grow together and eventually come apart. People join groups and others leave. This dynamic changes and transforms the very nature of the group. Gr...Groups are dynamic systems in constant change. Groups grow together and eventually come apart. People join groups and others leave. This dynamic changes and transforms the very nature of the group. Group socialization involves how the group members interact with one another and form relationships. Just as you were once born and changed your family, they changed you. You came to know a language and culture, a value system, and set of beliefs that influence you to this day.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/03%3A_Manage_Your_Stress/3.04%3A_Sources_of_StressWe can experience a number of possible stressors. We can divide these stressors into personal stresses and work stresses. Although we divide them for purposes of ease, it is intuitive that if someone ...We can experience a number of possible stressors. We can divide these stressors into personal stresses and work stresses. Although we divide them for purposes of ease, it is intuitive that if someone is experiencing personal stress, he or she will also experience it at work, which will result in lessened workplace performance.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/03%3A_Manage_Your_Stress/3.01%3A_Prelude_to_Managing_Your_StressMany people today are struggling with the ability to manage time with so much work to do and personal/family lives to manage. What we can tend to forget is the importance of managing our stress levels...Many people today are struggling with the ability to manage time with so much work to do and personal/family lives to manage. What we can tend to forget is the importance of managing our stress levels so we can function more effectively. In this situation, having no free time during the day may work for a few days but isn’t a healthy long-term solution. This chapter will discuss some types of stress, the effects of stress, and what you can do to reduce stress.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Canada_College/Essentials_of_Linguistics_Remix_2.0/01%3A_What_Is_Linguistics_What_Is_Language/1.10%3A_Hallmarks_of_human_languageThis page discusses the essential properties of human language as outlined in Anderson's "Essentials of Linguistics." The key focus is on the creativity and generativity of human language, including t...This page discusses the essential properties of human language as outlined in Anderson's "Essentials of Linguistics." The key focus is on the creativity and generativity of human language, including the ability to express any concept and generate infinite new sentences using finite vocabulary and grammar principles.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Canada_College/Essentials_of_Linguistics_Remix_2.0/01%3A_What_Is_Linguistics_What_Is_Language/1.05%3A_What_grammars_are_and_aren'tThe text discusses the concept of mental grammar, emphasizing that it's an internal system allowing mutual understanding in language. All languages possess this system, disproving claims that some "la...The text discusses the concept of mental grammar, emphasizing that it's an internal system allowing mutual understanding in language. All languages possess this system, disproving claims that some "lack grammar." It argues against ranking languages as superior, likening this approach to scientific study, which doesn't prioritize subjects. The text also highlights grammar's inherent creativity, noting that language evolves as society does, leading to changes in vocabulary and structure.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/09%3A_Handle_Conflict_and_Negotiation/9.04%3A_Conflict_ManagementThere are a number of different ways of managing organizational conflict, which are highlighted in this section. Conflict management refers to resolving disagreements effectively.
