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The National Commission on Excellence In Education's A Nation at Risk

This 7 page paper provides an overview of the central issues related in the commissions findings, and then considers the importance of these conclusions. Specifically, this paper considers the perspectives found in a variety of sources in the current literature and assesses the claims from a variety of perspectives. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

Assessing the Special Ed Student

This five-page-paper presents an exploration of alternative assessment methods for special education students. It opens with a proposal for a study to research the need for alternative assessment methods and goes on to suggest and explain several different types. Bibliography lists five sources.

Research Proposal: Correlation between Poor Grades and Aggressive Behavior in High School Students

A 5 page paper discussing a proposed investigation. Aggression in high school students has been studied from several different perspectives, but it appears that there has been no attempt to relate grade expectations with aggression levels. In light of the increase in the incidence of violent events within high schools, the possibility that grade performance could have effect on the problem makes is worthy of study. The paper provides a hypothesis to be tested, a literature review, proposed methods and anticipated limitations. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

Does Decreasing School Aid Hinder Learning

This 5 page paper asks this question: 'How would scientists react to this question: 'Does decreasing public school aid hinder learning?'' The writer discusses the relationship between nutrition and learning. Also discussed is the contribution of chaos theory to learning theory. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

Public Education Finance Questions and Definitions

A 12 page paper answering questions about the relationship between federal and local influences in public education, particularly as it relates to funding public schools. Three of the six questions ask for definitions of lists of terms addressing tax types and levies, federal approaches to funding public schools and the additional costs resulting from social problems. One question also addresses the issue of religion in schools and includes discussion of the First and Tenth Amendments as well as several Supreme Court decisions addressing school prayer. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

Intellectual Journal

This 3 page paper is a journal kept by a student for a religious studies class.

6 Objective Questions/2 Essay Items

A 5 page research paper that, first of all, describes a lesson plan for an elementary classroom that focuses on bats. Then the writer presents 6 objective questions and 2 essay questions that address this material and discuss how these answers should be evaluated. Bibliography lists 1 source.

The Importance And Function Of Evaluating Teaching And Learning Resources

This 7 page paper looks at how and why it is important to evaluate the teaching and the learning resources by looking at the UK exam A’Level photography and applying different curriculum theories and the importance of the teaching and learning resources.

Inclusion Plan For Elementary School Student :

A 7 page paper. Following an introduction that includes a description of the child who is the subject of this case, the writer provides a modification plan for including this student in the regular classroom. The child has been diagnosed with ADHD. The academic, physical and interpersonal environments are all addressed with specific modifications identified. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

Review of "Children's Judgements About Common Classroom Punishments"

A 3 page review of research investigating children's perceptions of the types and effectiveness of punishments in the classroom. The value of the research focus is that, translated to practice, it has the ability to assist the teacher in creating an atmosphere more conducive to learning. Overall, the study appears to be a sound one that arrives at conclusions meaningful and directly transferable to the classroom setting. Bibliography lists 1 source.

Post-Compulsory Education in Australia

This 9 page paper discusses the sectors of Australia's post-compulsory education system, their client groups and programs; major forces and trends in education; and recent reforms. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

History of Higher Education in Turkey and Reasons for Moving From Decentralization to Centralization

A 6 page overview of the many changes that have occurred in Turkish tertiary education. This paper traces these changes from the mid twentieth century to the present and explains the various factors that have contributed to the move from centralization to decentralization and back again. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

Inclusion Of Mentally Retarded Students

A 14 page paper that includes an introduction, definitions, problem statement/objective, hypotheses, literature review and methodology for a research proposal. The proposed study would explore perceptions/opinions of a select group of participants regarding inclusion of students with mental retardation. The literature review points to the dearth of empirical evidence that supports inclusion in all cases. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

Three Articles on Standardization in the Field of Education

This 3 page paper summarizes three articles submitted by a student. They are "Reconcilable Differences?" by Tomlison, How to Use Standards in the Classroom" by Harris and Carr, and "Moving from standards to instructional practice" by Daggett. No additional sources cited.

Character Education

4 pages in length. It used to be that one's character was molded by the upstanding examples and life lessons passed down from one's parents; if an individual lacked moral fiber, it was often considered a failing on the parental part. Today, however, society has changed so drastically that children and youth are lucky to have even one parent available to prepare a school lunch, much less have the opportunity to be taught some of the most important lessons of good character. This task, therefore, has since fallen upon the educational system as a way in which to instill the necessary tenets of personal and social integrity. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

Interventions With Autistic Children

This 4 page paper presents a brief overview of the literature regarding behavioral treatments, including pivotal target behaviors, for autistic children.

Effectiveness of Online Learning

A 73 page paper discussing the history and growth on online learning, underlying theory and web conferencing tools. The paper provides the introduction and literature review, as well as the introduction to the methodology section discussing types of qualitative research. The goal of the research that will round out this work will be to enhance teachers' use of technology in keeping with the ESEA 2000. Bibliography lists 60 sources.

Workshop For Families - Teaching Organizational Skills To Children

A 6 page paper that begins by explaining some of the differences between teaching adults and teaching children. The writer then provides an outline for a workshop that teaches parents how to help their children develop organizational skills. Activities are explained, such as having toddlers and preschoolers help sort the clothes. The paper ends with comments about the value of teaching older children to use a planner/organizer. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

Expectations for Education (A First Person Essay)

This 4 page paper provides a first person essay which talks about expectations for education. Much of the essay focuses on choosing a major and selecting a career path. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

Sexual Harassment In Schools

A 3 page paper that identifies the standards of liability in terms of sexual harassment and sexual discrimination in schools, examples of cases and comments about monetary awards. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

Adult Female College Students and Risk-Taking in English Classes

A 6 page paper which examines how these women are affected by the prospect of risk-taking and when do they try to answer questions or participate in discussions without being afraid of making mistakes. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

School Violence: Should Community Policing Be Used?

This 3 page paper examines school violence. A case that is 50 years old is referenced along with other facts. The idea that schools should not be staffed with police officers is supported. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

Public versus Private Education

This is a 6 page paper which examines the difference between public and private education. The bibliography has 5 sources.

Childcare Services Questions

This 24 page paper answers a range of question considering the safety and well being of children when in the care of any form of child services. The paper starts by looking at the way play and different play tools may help children come to terms with stressful events. The paper also looks at how stress of parting with a parent when first going to playgroup may be minimised, the dangers to children of the contents of a handbag, in bedrooms and in kitchens and dining rooms, the care needing to be taken for nappy changing faculties, space needed for children indoors and outdoors, where different types of supplies such be stored and the need to provide shade. Where regulations are quoted concerning pace and shade they are the regulations of New South Wales. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

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