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The Dream of Diversity, 2008.
This paper argues for a mandatory foreign service for all young Americans in order to achieve true diversity in America.
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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The paper discusses how the goal of true diversity in America is illusive and wrought with many systemic barriers that find their roots in the early history of the country. The paper discusses the educational system's cultural segregation and America's history of seeking the like-minded. The paper maintains that the only proven workable model for obtaining true diversity is through a program of total cultural immersion, via a program of mandatory foreign service as a "right of passage" for American young adults.
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""The dream of diversity is like the dream of equality. . both are based on ideals we celebrate even as we undermine them daily. . " (Brooks 348) is how the self-proclaimed comic sociologist David Brooks summarizes the state of cultural diversity in America in his Atlantic Monthly article entitled "People Like Us". The only proven workable model for obtaining the desired true diversity is through a program of total cultural immersion, and a program of mandatory foreign service as a "right of passage" for American young adults is the best way to accomplish this. The experiences of young profession beginner her career living and working abroad reinforce this theory."
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Collaboration between Parents and Educators, 2008.
Analyzes three articles about collaboration between educators and parents of disabled children ages 3-5 with learning delays.
1,050 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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This paper explains that the author is proposing a qualitative study to investigate the collaboration between parents and educators in a program for disabled children with learning delays (ages 3-5.). The author points out that the method of research will be modeled after examples cited in these articles. The paper reviews each article by outlining the problem, hypothesis, literature review, methods, participants, timeline, reporting, findings, limitations, future research and connection to the author's proposed research.
Table of Contents:
Problem Statement for My Research
Article Reviews
Blue-Blanning et al. "Dimensions of Family and professional Partnerships Constructive Guidelines for Collaboration"
Problem/Purpose
Question/Hypothesis
Literature Review
Methods
Participants
Timeline Not specified.
Reporting
Findings
Limitations
Future Research
Connection
Diane D Cox "Evidence-based Interventions Using Home-School Collaboration"
Problem/ Hypothesis
Literature Review
Method
Participants
Timeline/Instruments
Findings
Limitations
Future Research
Connection
Summers, et al. "Relationship Between Parent Satisfaction Regarding Partnerships With Professionals and Age of Child"
Problem/Purpose Statement
Thesis
Literature Review
Methods
Participants
Target Population
Results
Findings
Limitations/Future Research
Connection
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"Limitations/Future Research: As noted by the authors there is a shift away from family centered care as children grow older. It could not be determined if diminished satisfaction is due to the shifting model, growing parental knowledge or growing frustration as the child ages. Future research could investigate this issue.
"Connection: While my survey will not identify changes over time, a number of questions from this survey could be useful for identifying current satisfaction levels."
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Instructional Leadership: What Works in America's Schools, 2008.
A look at the correlation between instructional leadership and student achievement.
1,886 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 60.95
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This paper provides a reflective look at instructional leadership and how it correlates to student achievement and what teachers can do in order to become instructional leaders and create a learning environment that works well for their pupils. Of special note, the work of Robert J. Marzano figures prominently in this paper as he enumerates a number of things that successful school and successful classrooms will have if they are serious about student success.
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"For many people, particularly those working in the media, it is all too easy to assert that America's schools are failing our children. Interestingly, though, at least one major study conducted in the 1990s found that SAT scores for American high school students climbed for every demographic group except whites in the period between 1976-1993 - thus suggesting that the education system, contrary to the alarmist statements of some, is not failing minority students quite as comprehensively as popularly imagined (Krueger, 1998). At the same as this encouraging development is taking place, however, one study after another is emerging which shows distressingly high drop-out rates for Hispanic students - as well as persuasive evidence that drop-out rates for African-American high school students continue to be appreciably higher than those for whites and for Asian students in general ("Drop Out Rates," 12-13). To add a further touch of gloom to the issue, and to complicate the general perception that Asian students are the one minority group that has achieved excellence in the American school system despite whatever obstacles that have been placed before it, recent statistical compilations are showing that the conspicuous success of Chinese Americans, Japanese Americans, and Korean Americans is overshadowing the fact that drop-out rates among Asians is high among many other Asian communities (Budge, 2004). Without question, while elite elements among traditionally disadvantaged groups may be gaining on their white counterparts (even surpassing them in some respects), far too many other students from lower-class and minority backgrounds are falling through the cracks - and a legitimate case can be made that they are falling behind precisely because America's teachers are not finding ways to engage these students in the classroom - and not giving them the tools they need to pursue a post-secondary school education. In the end, while teachers are not the only "guilty party" in this vexing situation, they are the certified professionals (not parents) and their failings only magnify failings within the homes of disadvantaged children."
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Public Relations and the Schools, 2008.
Reviews literature relating to public relations approaches for school leaders coping with crisis situations.
1,470 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 48.95
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This paper explains that school leaders, from elementary school through college, need to develop and use public relations skills in order to sooth parents, assert authority and reduce tensions at times of crisis and during the normal course of administration. The author points out that school leaders must be familiar with grief counseling methods not only because of a community-wide crisis but also to assist when the student or the student's family faces a crisis. The paper concludes that the school leader achieves better public relations simply by visibly addressing problems as they develop, with a successful outcome being the best public relations of all.
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"Graseck (2005) sees a need for administrators to take a more nurturing role, bringing the community into the process, and so serving the role of public relations on an ongoing basis rather than waiting for a crisis to begin the process. Graseck finds that administrators too often fail to see this need until there is a crisis and so lose touch with the community but that administrators even tned to lose touch with their own teachers. School administrators too often see their own survival as the paramount task rather than the improvement of the school."
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Raising Children Today, 2008.
This paper discusses child rearing focusing on the issue of gender in child development.
1,386 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that the basic task for parents is to instill desirable values and to help the child develop according to his or her ability. The problem of raising both boys and girls in today's society is raised, mentioning the view that it might have been easier in the past because gender distinctions were more rigid and clearer. The writer notes that to a great degree, boys learn from their fathers how to be male and girls from their others how to be female, though the process is more complex than this might indicate. The writer concludes that many people find that children today lose much of their childhood because of the many influences that cause them to grow up too fast and that affects how they learn to be male and female today, but in truth, the force that remains the most important is parenting and the role parents take as models to be imitated.
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"The social controllers have eliminated these emotions through a number of conditioning methods, but the primary means of eliminating them has been to eliminate the family, the crucible where emotional bonds are formed and where the need for later bonds to supplant those between parent and child is formed. The elimination of the family has gone so far as to make the family and its relationships appear socially undesirable, psychologically unhealthy, and un-human. Human beings are touted as more advanced than animals and thus as no longer in need of the bonds and crutches animals require. The controllers have eliminated these emotions in the name of efficiency."
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Nursing Education, 2008.
Examines issues of regulation and accreditation pertaining to nursing education.
1,165 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 40.95
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This paper explains that nursing programs are only available through accredited colleges because it is in the public's best interest to have measured standards providing guidelines for the nursing profession. The author points out that the regulatory requirements of higher education form a foundation for accreditation. The paper outlines the five areas required for institutional accreditation. The author also presents several regulations of nursing education institutions.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Regulatory Purpose
Purpose of Accreditation
Similarities and Differences between Regulation and Accreditation
Conclusion
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"The 12-Hour Rule was originally drafted to prevent fraud by what is now as "diploma mills". Diploma mills are found mostly in correspondence programs and they usually do not operate on an academic year. An academic calendar maintains a mandatory 12 hour regularly scheduled classroom session each week allowing students to become eligible for federal financial aid. The 12-hour rule was created by the Education Department."
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Symmetry in Islamic Art, 2008.
This paper explains how geometric concepts can be taught based on the symmetry found in Islamic art.
2,537 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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The paper looks at the extensive use of geometric and symmetrical patterns in Islamic art. The paper provides a definition of geometry and looks at translations, rotations and reflections in Islamic art. The paper then examines the mathematics of symmetry and how symmetry, as manifested in Islamic art, can be utilized to teach geometry in the contemporary classroom.
Outline:
Introduction
Symmetry in Islamic art, Part I
Symmetry in Islamic Art, Part II
Symmetry in Islamic Art, Part III
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"Many civilizations have long used artistic designs for a variety of purposes. For instance, some civilizations have used artistic designs for emblematic purposes, while some have used artistic designs for ornamental and/or architectural purposes; still others, perhaps unsurprisingly, have used artistic designs for spiritual symbolism. Another thing that is not at all a surprise is that artistic designs almost invariably utilize mathematical concepts. Specifically, within the Islamic art tradition, there has long been the extensive use of geometric and symmetrical patterns - so much so that it may be put forward that one of the defining features of Islamic art is its ability to incorporate mathematical concepts and ideas in ways that are rich, vibrant and aesthetically pleasing."
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The Minority Student Academic Gap, 2008.
Explores minority student under-achievement in the American school system as compared to the achievement of students from the cultural majority.
3,140 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 91.95
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This paper examines poverty, family circumstances, cultural issues between families and schools and the lack of resources in many American public schools, which have large minority populations. The author offers an explanation for each item's continued existence and strategizes how educators can combat these inequalities through different programs and policies. The paper also provides insight into how the achievement gap in our schools came about. The author concludes that, until various remedies are implemented, minority students will continue to be inadequately educated.
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"Specifically, she cites the example of certain language arts classrooms where misunderstanding and/or indifference have thwarted the efforts of minority children to grow stronger in the use/application of the English language. For instance, she reports how some teachers, unfamiliar with the language abilities of African American children, are led to believe that these students have no fluency with language. They therefore allow them to remain in the first stages of the writing process, producing first draft after first draft, with no attention to editing or completing final products."
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Higher Education and African Americans, 2008.
This paper explores the predictors for the failure of African Americans to access and succeed in higher education.
3,626 words (approx. 14.5 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 101.95
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The paper attempts to determine the predictors that reveal attrition rates among African-American college students or aspiring college students. The paper provides a literature review and devises a variance analysis of different groups to argue that attitudes which value or devalue a post-secondary education are tied to racial affiliation. The paper therefore shows how, ultimately, these predictors are chief explanatory factors for why students fail to apply to school or drop out long before they have achieved final success.
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Abstract
Introduction
The research/empirical literature
Methodology
Methodological limitations
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"The following paper will argue that African Americans fail to access (and to achieve success in) higher education because of underlying factors that can easily serve as reliable predictors of troubles to come. For instance, racial quotas or affirmative action policies in America have distracted attention away from school failures and from ecological problems (de-emphasis upon higher education, de-emphasis upon scholastic achievement) that keep African-Americans out of school or from finding the levels of achievement they deserve. Additionally, students will fail to attend university if they sense that the reward simply is not there in the end or if they feel that they will be the victims of racial stereotyping (in short, it may be extrapolated from the literature that academic persistence is directly impacted by what people believe they will experience when attending an institution). Lastly, one other key predictor is the extent to which parents value higher education and the educational attainment they themselves possess."
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Don't Abolish D.A.R.E.!, 2008.
An argument for the continuation of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) drug prevention program.
723 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 25.95
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This paper explores the reasons why the D.A.R.E. Program should not be eliminated from the curriculum in the face of strong statistical evidence that it is not effective in preventing drug abuse. The paper demonstrates the positive contributions of the program in spite of its ambiguous results. The paper contends that in the absence of an effective proven alternative, it is best to continue with even a slightly effective method to prevent drug abuse.
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"The question is posed, in light of seemingly overwhelming evidence of its ineffectiveness, why not abolish the D.A.R.E. Program? There are several reasons as why not to abolish the program, the least of which is the statistical data that supports the supposition that the program does not reduce the incidences of drug abuse by the students that participate. However, the program is profoundly popular with parents and supporters of the schools and continues to garner near religious support for its continued inclusion in the school curriculum. Exposure to the course material is not shown to be harmful or increase the instances of drug use. Further, the cancellation a drug awareness program just might send the wrong message to the students."
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Critical Incidents Observed in the Classroom, 2008.
This paper utilizes the author's observations of critical incidents in the classroom to develop recommendations to improve teaching methods.
1,425 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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The paper describes the critical incidents observed in a sixth grade classroom and notes that these critical incidents were mainly due to the fact that traditional forms of instruction fail to stimulate adequately or hold the attention of students of the present multimedia generation. The paper relates that there was a large disparity in terms of motivation to participate in class activities, which involve verbal, formal instruction as opposed to more liberal, unstructured learning activities such as in the computer lab. The author underscores that educational institutions ironically seem to be lagging behind in the Information Age. The paper concludes that not only is there a need for computer technology in the class room but also that information must be presented in ways similar to more contemporary media approaches.
Table of Contents:
Critical Incidents
Discussion
Recommendations
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"Another study by Albright, Purohit, and Walsh sought to provide a qualitative perspective of class discussions in chat rooms. The results of their study was interesting in that the students were observed to conduct insightful dialogues amongst themselves in spite of the disjointed, fragmented nature of the conversations and inattention to formal written language usage the chat transcripts took; for all intents and purposes, the chat room emulated a face-to-face dialogue between the students in being spontaneous, informal and informative for the participants."
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Stress and Teaching, 2008.
A personal account of a student of education regarding teacher stress in the classroom.
1,430 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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This paper discusses stress among primary and secondary school teachers. It presents some studies on teacher stress in the classroom. At the same time, it discusses the author's own observations on and experiences with teacher stress. In conclusion, the author expresses his desire to be a teacher, and the commitment he is willing to make in order to be an effective one.
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"Elementary school teachers have assessed that teaching students with ADD is far more stressful than teaching students without the disorder. The most stress for teachers was caused by ADD students who were diagnosed with aggressive/oppositional behaviors -- not all ADD students have these behaviors. The compatibility of a student and teacher are fundamental in the development of the child. Since there is no measured statistical analysis of the consequences for the teacher in regards to stress when having an ADD student in the classroom the relationship between the two seems like a logical place to look for indications of teacher stress (Greene, Beszterczey, Katzenstain, Park & Goring)."
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Bible Literacy at School, 2008.
This paper discusses the importance of Bible literacy and looks at the advantages of Bible courses in public schools.
750 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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In this essay the writer employs logic to assert that Bible literacy should be integrated into public schools for the purposes of ethical and moral instruction. The writer maintains that such courses would expose young people to the Judeo-Christian tradition upon which the nation of America was founded. Finally, the writer maintains that Bible literacy allows for some meaningful discussion about religion and its applicability to different life experiences within a safe and predictable structure. In the final analysis, the writer notes that Bible study classes can open up new vistas of understanding and offer children the sort of moral instruction they might not receive elsewhere.
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"To begin with, moral instruction for America's young people is vitally important; without it, the future becomes a bleak landscape, indeed, and the country's vitality and march forward into progress on a host of social and political issues are both compromised. An ancient article first appearing near the turn of the last century pointed out that the Bible can capably serve as a foundation for moral guidance and instruction - albeit the understandable desire not to give offense to non-Christians, or even Christians who adhere to specific branches of one of the world's great religions has always made the introduction of the "Good Book" into a classroom an extremely controversial matter. Still, with so many of today's children coming from homes wherein one or even both parents are often temporally or emotionally unavailable, having a strict delineation of moral imperatives articulated to them in the relative calm and safety of the "typical" classroom is quite important. Furthermore, it should be added that basic elements such as selflessness, looking after others, living one's life in accordance with high moral virtues, and assiduously avoiding things like sloth, avarice, or lasciviousness are precepts which can be readily adopted by most anyone - regardless of whether one is Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist or affiliated with some other religion."
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Living Between Two Cultures, 2008.
This paper looks at the issue of higher education for immigrants living in the United States and the related cultural aspects.
3,685 words (approx. 14.7 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 102.95
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In this document the writer discusses a psycho-educational program that is targeted at the foreign student population of American higher education institutions. The writer notes that these types of psycho-educational group programs are designed to help the foreign student population better integrate socially and culturally. Further, the writer points out that these types of dimensions are often overlooked by higher education institutions which typically concentrate on assistance with academic performance only. The writer maintains that since the numbers of foreign born students studying within the United States is expected to increase, improving their acculturation process performance can benefit not only the institution of higher learning but the US' international standing and reputation as well.
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Abstract
Literature Review
Overview
Language Aspects
Cooperative Nature of Psycho-Educational Groups
Summary
Evaluation of Program Outcomes
Strengths of the Program
Limitations of the Program
Summary and Conclusions
Program Summary
Comparison to other Programs
Recommendations for Improvement
Recommendations for Future Study
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"The idea is that these students must also be culturally integrated as well as linguistically capable. If they are able to comprehend all aspects of navigating common experiences in the US such as going to the bank or post-office but still lack any type of effective social skills and awareness in the host culture then they will still remain effectively isolated. The structure of these programs are in large part responsible for their success for both majority and minority language speakers because the students are not separated from their native language nor expected to lose their cultural identity but are give the tools and the opportunity to gradually work in the host culture environment. For the foreign born student, because so much of the instruction of these cultural familiarization and acculturation programs is in their primary language they receive a much more comprehensive education regarding what it means to integrate. However, it should be noted that these types of programs are offered outside of any official academic program and typically are not offered for credit and thus do contribute to a student's workload with little concrete return other than peace of mind. "
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Teaching the English Language, 2008.
This paper discusses task based instruction in English language learning for English second language (ESL) students and presents a teaching module combining English language learning and social issues.
1,635 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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This paper explains that a task based curriculum provides students with the opportunity to apply immediately their learning to tasks on a consistent basis. The author points out that task based instruction provides students with a true learning experience in which they are capable of demonstrating learning through actual experience. The paper indicates that, as students perform tasks they are capable of building on the knowledge and skills that they have already acquired and realizing their abilities related to the unit of instruction. The author includes a module that focuses on the combination of English language learning and social issues, which are relevant to the student's learning and growth and will lead to positive outcomes in education.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
English Language Learning and Social Issues Module
Part One
Part Two
Part Three
Part Four
Part Five
Literature
Conclusion
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"The module will focus on the theme of social issues and the target learning stage is intermediate, at grades 9-12. At this stage of learning and development high school students are consistently focusing on social issues that impact their everyday lives. Allowing these students to focus on these issues, as well as using English as a means to that expression will motivate the students toward successful completion of the unit. Additionally, tasks that are defined for the students that will allow them to realize their goals in the unit will support the learning and ensure retention of the skills and knowledge that have been acquired."
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Mandatory School Uniform Policies in California, 2008.
A comparison of the arguments presented in Darlene Williams' article and David Brunsma and K. Rockquemore's article that discuss the debate over mandatory school uniform policies in the state of California.
1,152 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper discusses the debate over mandatory school uniform policies in the state of California. It compares and contrasts two articles that deal with the issue - Darlene Williams' article, "School Uniforms: The Raging Debate" and David Brunsma and K. Rockquemore's article, "Effects of Student Uniforms on Attendance, Behavior Problems, Substance Abuse, and Academic Achievement." The paper also analyzes the pros and cons of mandatory school uniform polices. The paper includes appended source material.
From the Paper
"Comparing and contrasting these articles indicates that the authors agree that school uniform policies are steadily gaining public support. Williams emphasizes that in spite of potential lengthy court fights, mandatory school uniform policies are gaining ever-increasing favor in many public school systems in California, particularly in light the violent episodes which have taken place in the last several years, such as the tragic multiple shootings at Columbine High School in Colorado, the recent shooting rampage in San Diego, numerous bomb threats, and continuing controversy over zero-tolerance policies. (Williams)"
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Teaching Synonymy, 2008.
This paper discusses the problems of synonymy in the English language and suggests ways of teaching the correct usage.
1,930 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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This paper explains that some linguists insist that in order for true synonymy to exist the two words must be identical in meaning when they are transposed into the same sentence; however, this is often not possible because of the dual meanings that some words possess and the possibility that switching the words may have a different impact on the reader because of slang. The author points out that, when different cultures are considered in relation to words, the sameness may become confusing because the words or phrases are interpreted by people with differing cultural associations. The paper stresses that teaching synonymy requires students to work on activities, which are directly related to each concept. The author analyzes the contents of an included email and suggests teaching activities.
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"Klembe (1983) states that "utterances" may classify as synonymy. This is because utterances are expressions that may not have a specific meaning if broken down word by word, but they do have an implied meaning if they are interpreted as the speaker intended them to be understood. Field, (2001) states, however, that defining utterances as synonymy is much the same as arbitrarily insisting that a word or phrase has meaning when it does not.. Yet, Fine (1993) stipulates that Aristotle accepted both approaches as arguments and that ultimately how synonymy was determined was left to the listener. "
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Assessment Data and Educational Change, 2008.
This paper outlines a study that will collect data on student achievement in order to create new curriculum goals in the school system.
1,051 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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The paper relates that administrators are calling on teachers to gather data related to student achievement and analyze it in order to create curriculum goals throughout the school system. The paper discusses the potential design and collection of data through a questionnaire and the Likert scale. The paper looks at the analysis of such data, the findings and a plan of action for the study.
Outline:
Problem Statement
Design and Collection of Data
Collection, Analysis of Data and Findings
Plan of Action
From the Paper
"Since the implementation of the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) in 2001, it has become evident that all school systems must adhere to change if they are to meet the challenges given to them by governmental and educational leaders. In 2003 the schools in the New York City School system were additionally challenged by Mayor Bloomberg and Chancellor Klien through a program entitled Children First. Children first created expectations that schools, administrators and teachers would work toward reform that would require "leadership, empowerment and accountability", leading to a school system in the city that exceeded national requirements for achievement ("Children", 2007, sec. 1)."
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