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Diffusion of Technology, 2009.
The author of this paper examines and discusses the spread of technological innovations in the middle school environment.
1,290 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 9 sources, APA, £ 27.95
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The diffusion of technology into educational settings has long been a subject of great interest. The author of this paper examines the technology diffusion of innovations into middle school classrooms as it pertains to the areas of social studies, math, science, and career connections classes. The paper's writer reviews current literature based on E. Rogers' theory of diffusion and discusses how technology is diffused into curriculum areas in the middle school setting.
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"One of the ways in which technology has been utilized in math at the middle school level, is through the use of graphing calculators. Teachers have found the integration of this technology into the curriculum beneficial for general education students as well as student who have Learning Disabilities. An article entitled, "Using Graphing Calculators with Students Who Have Learning Problems in Middle Grades", explains that the use of Graphing calculators is normally reserved for high school students (Steele, 2007). However, in recent years some middle schools have recognized that introducing middle school students to this technology can assist in preparing them for High School (Steele, 2007)."
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The Phonetics of Language and Culture, 2009.
This paper discusses the role that culture plays on language development and looks at the different stages, and outward effects that culture has on language.
1,573 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 7 sources, APA, £ 32.95
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This paper discusses language and the role of culture within learning. The paper asserts that the culture and environment a child is exposed to during the cultivation of language plays a key role in the development of his or her unique language facility. Specifically in this paper, the author opens by defining the two main schools of thought, the Nativist (or Hereditarians) and the Interactionists (or Environmentalists), as well as the Interactionists, asserting that the one similarity between each view is the need for social interaction either as a learning tool or an activation device. The paper goes on to discuss the stages of development throughout life and the concrete language development within each stage. Additionally, the paper assesses how the effects of culture on language are outwardly visible, for example through the act of translation or through the learning of additional languages. Finally, the paper concludes that throughout all of this, it can be shown that culture and language are mutually inclusive.
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"During the ongoing stages of development, semantics, syntactic and pragmatics the individual absorbs almost unconsciously the nuances of the language and the culture he or she is raised within. The rate at which a child increases vocabulary during the semantic stage is directly proportionate to the degree of their exposure to language through active verbal interactions from those around them such as parents, siblings as well as teachers and other caregivers. During the syntax phase the more formal development of language takes place wherein the child is learning to comprehend the basic rules of grammar and can more readily convey their thoughts and ideas in complete sentences. (Broderick & Blewitt 2006:.91-93) This is where the order of language that the culture has imposed comes into play. In some languages, such as Spanish, verbs begin sentences and are often a combination of the noun-subject and the action, in English the culture has delineated the subject from the action and the correct arrangement is subject -verb -object."
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Physical Education, 2009.
A research proposal to look at physical education instruction in elementary school.
4,913 words (approx. 19.7 pages), 22 sources, APA, £ 78.95
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This paper presents a research proposal to examine physical education instruction in the elementary school and determine the benefits derived from this instruction. The proposal posits the following hypotheses: : H1: Physical activity, when initiated during the elementary school-age years results in ongoing physical activity throughout the life of the individual thereby promoting that individual's health status in adulthood. H2: Physical Education classes in elementary schools offers a unique potential for instructors in elementary schools to tap into other less utilized dimensions of learning that can be tapped through physical and active learning processes. H3: Physical Education classes in elementary school improves the student's emotional and mental health thereby providing improvement to the student's physical health as well.
Outline:
Purpose
Statement Of The Problem
Hypotheses
Research Objectives
Limitations
Introduction
Statement Of Purpose
Methodology
Brief Review Of Literature
Findings
Recommendations
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"To otherwise conduct such a study would require that the study be longitudinal in nature and would further require that the study be conducted on a grand scale. However, the methodology chosen in this study is one in which many years of study conducted with thousands of participants and through various methodologies may be reviewed and those findings reported in a synthesis of the literature. Limitations in this study will be those relating to the various differences in research methods used in the studies that this work will report in its' findings."
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Violence in School, 2009.
A discussion about the increasing amount of violent activities among school children.
3,067 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, £ 56.95
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This paper discusses the amalgamation of factors that contribute to violent incidents among school children. The paper also discusses the role that insecurity and fear play in promoting violence, as they prompts people to join gangs and other groups of perceived safety. The paper then discusses what schools can do to prevent school violence and focuses primarily on the control of fire arms both at school and in the society. The paper concludes that greater fire arms control together with a proper school syllabus and atmosphere, with the absence of gangs, can play a major role in curbing aggression. Similarly parents must screen the information especially in TV and keep a watch on the children and offer better counsel and support. Community action can alone bring an end to campus violence.
Outline:
Introduction
The Events and the Lessons
Control of Firearms
Gangs
Fear and the Young Mind
Allaying Fears
How Kids Perceive the News
Steps in Schools
Conclusion
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"Some of the tragic occurrences have the common methods or modus operandi. The child or young adult brings a firearm or other weapon and uses that indiscriminately on the fellow students, without any particular cause or targeting anyone in particular. Thus if we examines some of the reported cases that have been highlighted by the media, we will easily be able to find this pattern. On seeing the events from 1999 when the first mass shooting occurred, there were some of the shocking cases of violence at school that invited media attention and national protest included the notorious San Diego killing in 1999 where the accused, a fifteen year old boy killed two fellow students and injured thirteen others which was statistically at par with the earlier incident at Columbine High School in the same year."
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Prison Educational Programs, 2009.
Argues for prison educational programs that incorporate establishing and maintaining more meaningful parental involvement on the part of incarcerated fathers.
1,770 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 4 sources, APA, £ 36.95
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This paper stresses that children of incarcerated fathers most often become incarcerated themselves because they do not have the involvement of their fathers in their upbringing. The author recommends that educational programs for incarcerated fathers be coordinated with the curricula of their children so that they might share and reinforce positively their academic experiences. The paper relates that the role of the social worker within this initiative would include primary responsibility for coordination of curricula and the promotion of the benefits of program participation, both among incarcerated populations and the families outside.
Table of Contents:
Introduction - Statement of the Problem
Proposal for Solution through Educational Initiative
Prisoner Education Programs and the Benefits of Increased Parental Involvement
Prisoner Education Programs and the Motivating Potential for Prisoner Cooperation
Assessment of Proposed Initiative in Relation to Impact on Social Workers
Conclusion
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"Ultimately, the successful implementation of this initiative will also impact on the responsibilities of social workers, by their efforts to increasing the motivation of prisoners to cooperate and take full advantage of the opportunities that fall within the professional responsibilities of the social worker to facilitate. As will be discussed in much greater detail in subsequent sections, social workers will play an essential role at the program design and development stage, in particular."
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Inclusion in Elementary Education, 2009.
A discussion of the merits and drawbacks of inclusion in elementary education.
1,049 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 22.95
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The paper reviews four separate reports on the pros and cons of inclusion in the elementary school setting. The paper examines "Toward Refined Instruction Through Inclusion: Evaluation of an Elementary School Inclusion Program" by Russell Johnston, "Mainstreaming - Instructional Strategies and Reflective Practices" by Kim Harries, "Two Parents: Two Points of View: The Pros and Cons of Inclusion" by Scott Caitlin and "A Special Approach to Inclusion" by Sint-Lodewijkscholen.
Outline:
Introduction
Inclusion-Pros
Inclusion-Cons
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"A Special Approach to Inclusion" by Sint-Lodewijkscholen."Inclusion is a much-debated topic and this is particularly true in the elementary school environment. This is evidenced in a report entitled: "Teacher's Attitudes Toward Inclusion: Survey Results from Elementary School Teachers in Three Southwestern Rural School Districts" reported in the Rural Education Quarterly Spring Issue 2003 by Hammon and Ingalls. This work reports the benefits identified by those who support inclusion as well as the reasons that inclusion have not bee supported. There are many benefits and as well, there are many drawbacks to inclusion in the elementary school setting as evidenced in the work of Hammon and Ingalls (2003)."
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Becoming a Teacher, 2009.
An explanation of the writer's personal reasons for choosing the teaching profession.
783 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 1 source, APA, £ 17.95
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This paper discusses the importance of learning to personal growth and development, and the skills needed by a teacher to impart knowledge. Some teaching and general education courses that made a deep impression on the writer and their content are also described. The writer makes suggestions for how to improve general education courses at college, and concludes with a summary of the writer's short and long-term goals at college and as a teacher.
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"Much of the learning that many teachers enjoy encompasses the give and take environment of an educational classroom. The professional competence needed to endure and thrive in a classroom is a competence that grows on a daily basis. Problems will arise on a daily basis and will have to be dealt with in an immediate fashion. The standards and expectations of the classroom will have to be communicated directly to the students and indirectly to parents and administrators through the employment of both verbal and written communications. If the teacher is lacking in those communication skills, there will probably be rough waters to be traversed. One of the ways a teacher can improve those skills is by knowing where to go to find the data necessary for presentation."
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Small Learning Communities, 2008.
Examine the effects that participation in the Freshman Academy at Wildwood High School has upon ninth-grade students in the areas of student academic achievement and the drop-out rate of students before completion of high school and graduation.
12,100 words (approx. 48.4 pages), 38 sources, APA, £ 147.95
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This research paper examines the impact that the Freshman Academy at Wildwood High School has upon ninth-grade student transition. Toward this end, this study conducts research in order to determine the degree to which small learning communities, and in this case the Freshman Academy, has upon the academic achievement of ninth-grade students at a small rural high school in Central Florida. The methodology of this study is both of a qualitative and a quantitative nature and the data collected, at the end of the 2007-2008 school year from the school records documenting the achievement of ninth-grade students and the attendance of the ninth-grade students, is compared to the achievement and attendance data for ninth-grade students in the school year 2003-2004 prior to the implementation of the Freshman Academy at Wildwood High School.
Outline:
Introduction
Abstract
Research Questions
Statement Of Problem
Purpose Of Study
Overview Of Wildwood High School Ninth-Grade Curriculum
Expected Outcomes Of The Study
Preliminary Literature Review
Summary Of The Literature Reviewed
Methodology
Questionnaires
Comparison Of Academic Achievement
Student Questionnaire
Likert-Scaled Questions
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" In yet another study entitled: "The Effect of Student Involvement on the Development of Academic Self-Concept" it is related that"...specific concepts of academic self-concept have been significantly related to achievement among high school students." House additionally relates that "academic self-concept has been significantly correlated with science and mathematics achievement, with overall grade performance, and with school withdrawal." The work of DeBerard, Julka and Spielmans reports a study conducted for the purpose of examining: "...potential psychosocial predictors of freshman academic achievement and retention. This study demonstrated an ability to predict a very large amount of variance in freshman year cumulative academic achievement based on a brief and comprehensive assessment of students during their first week of classes."
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Math Curriculum, 2008.
The paper is a research proposal to examine the reasons behind falling math proficiency in the United States and to suggest measures that might be taken to improve the situation.
3,640 words (approx. 14.6 pages), 26 sources, APA, £ 64.95
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The author of this research proposal states that math proficiency levels in the United States and the developed world are steadily dropping. After discussing the present situation the writer postulates that one of the reasons for the decline is outdated teaching methods and suggests that one possible solution would be the adoption of manipulatives as a tool for teaching math. The writer reviews current literature on the subject and then outlines his research proposal.
Outline:
Background of the Study
Thesis Statement
Significance of the Study
Literature Review
Methodology
Research Philosophy
Research Approach
Research Type and Time Line
Data Collection Methods
Qualitative Approach
Qualitative Method
Qualitative Validity
Sampling Strategy
Data Analysis
Conclusion
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"All research studies are based on some assumptions that the researcher that the researcher believes to be true. These assumptions make it easy for the researcher to observe his environment from a particular viewpoint, at the same time as ignoring other viewpoints. In this study, the researcher plan to view the subjects as rational individuals who have a scientific viewpoint. They are reasonable in their analysis and their approach and are generally at the level of scientific thinking. In addition, the researcher will assume scientific rationale and commonsense thinking are somewhat similar. In light of these assumptions, this study takes post-positivism as its philosophy as in line with Trochim (2007) post-positivism is the complete and absolute rejection of positivism (which believed that the laws of this world were motorized and deduction was the only method to make sense of this universe) and presuppose that humans reasoning abilities and scientific rationale are more or less similar and to facilitate the truth scientists should use not only deduction but also induction methods (Trochim, 2007). Therefore, post-positivist philosophy will assist this study to achieve its objectives with accuracy, clarity, relevance and precision."
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Organization Vision Analysis, 2008.
An discussion on who is better qualified to lead charter schools and become future leaders in educational institutions.
2,716 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 51.95
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This paper researches charter schools in support of the view that a Doctor of Organization Leadership attainment is the most appropriate level of education for the leader-practitioner and others in these educational institutions for those people intending to become leaders in the near future. The paper discusses that one method for strengthening essential leadership skills of critical analysis and assessment, is to look at the organization's congruence between its visions and its actions.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction to Study
Organizational Profile (Vision, Mission, Goals And Structure)
Organizational Model and Leadership of the Charter School
Analysis of Charter School Actions Compared to Vision
Vision and Performance Analysis
Solutions for Improvement
Summary and Conclusion
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"It is necessary to level the playing field and place dependence on rules that are fair and treatment that is equitable. The Charter School has a great opportunity to use new technologies in the educational process. Charter schools must "maintain their relevance" and may do so by continuing to "operate on the cutting edge." Productivity is another area for focus in Charter Schools because "to survive and prosper, business must continually improve their processes to become more efficient." To this end the vision of the Charter School will likely need alteration as the vision of the Charter School "will be felt not only in the communities directly affected by it but in the power of the ideas undergirding it to pervade the entire education system."
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Accelerated Reading vs. Traditional, 2008.
A research proposal to investigate accelerated reading programs as opposed to traditional teaching methods.
5,380 words (approx. 21.5 pages), 30 sources, APA, £ 83.95
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The author of this paper states that, over the past few years, there has been a gradual decline in the reading ability of American children. The writer proposes a research project to examine the benefits that may be gained from an accelerated reading program rather than by conventional teaching methods. After examining the existing situation and outlining the parameters of the proposed research, the writer proceeds to review current literature on the subject. Following the literature review, the writer describes in detail the process of the proposed research.
Outline:
Introduction
Review of Literature
Statement of Problem
Setting and Subjects
Methodology
Test Classroom
Traditional Reading Classroom
Comparison
Expected Findings
Limitations
Discussion
Suggestion for Further Research
References
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"Many argue that the venue of fast paced and extrinsic rewards of video learning and technology pass times has created in this generation, and likely the one that will follow it, a different set of expectations for learning. These expectations do not necessarily favor quietly sitting in a room and reading a book, or even quietly sitting in a room full of peers and being read to. Intrinsic desire to read according to some has gone down significantly over the years as kids have become more exceedingly exposed to the modern brand of instant entertainment available in their own living rooms. Educators and enterprising education program suppliers have in turn attempted to add a whole subset of options for the school consumer that reportedly bridge the gap between the modern information society in which we live and the traditional model of learning core skills, such as reading. One of these so called alternative options, is the much touted Accelerated Reader Program, which will be further explained later in this work."
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Security in American Schools, 2008.
A research paper on the importance of updating, reviewing and improving the safety and security measures in American Schools.
2,095 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, £ 41.95
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The paper notes that in response to the unfortunate circumstances of September 11, 2001 and the tragedies that have occurred on school campuses throughout the US, schools, private corporations and government agencies have taken a pro-active stand on developing safety and security plans to protect their employees, visitors, students and others. This paper reviews the relevant peer-reviewed and scholarly literature concerning safety and security plans in order to determine what is needed and desirable in such plans so as to identify deficiencies or opportunities for improvement in a specific school setting. An analysis of what additions or changes are required to the specific schools' safety and security plans is followed by a summary of the research and important findings in the conclusion.
Outline:
Review and Discussion
Part I: Research and Review of the Literature on Organizational Safety and Health Programs in American Schools.
Part II: Review of Safety and Security Plan for a School Corporation.
Conclusion
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"Moreover, while the majority of recent school shootings have taken place in high schools and colleges, even elementary schools are not immune to school shootings. For instance, in 2000, first-grade pupil in a Flint, Michigan elementary school shot and killed a 6-year-old classmate In response to these events, Yell and Rozalski note that concern over safety of students, faculty and administrators in the nation's schools has resulted in across-the-board attention from policymakers at all levels: "The national concern over the problem of school violence has led to federal, state, and local efforts to address this issue by creating new laws and policies, which include adopting zero-tolerance approaches, conducting targeted and random searches of students and their property, using metal detectors, and preventing violence through education"
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Drug Testing in School, 2008.
A look at the arguments for and against drug-screening programs in high schools.
1,478 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 8 sources, APA, £ 30.95
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The paper discusses the benefits of random screening for athletes in high schools, the proven efficacy of a drug-screening program and the fact that drug testing facilitates early detection of drug abuse. The paper then focuses on the arguments against drug testing, including the privacy concern of the student, the financial cost of the tests and the loss of trust between students and teachers or parents. The paper further relates that drug testing is less effective as a deterrent compared with other interventions, it may result in false positives and may force students to take drugs that are not easy to detect but are more dangerous. The paper therefore concludes that a more promising alternative is to increase students' awareness of the dangers of drug abuse by means of after school educational programs, counseling sessions and most importantly, promoting their participation in extra-curricular activities.
Outline:
Drug Testing Benefits
Cons of Drug Testing
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"Drug use among school students is a concerning issue for everybody including the students, parents, teachers and the society at large. As per the results of the 2006 Monitoring the Future (MTF) study almost 31.5% of high school seniors reported using marijuana at least once in the last one year while 18.3% reported to have used it within the last one month. [BJS] The abuse of prescription drugs was found to be on the rise with 15.4% of high school students reporting use within the last one year. The 2007 MTF study also revealed a decline in the perceived harmfulness of using MDMA (ecstasy) among high schoolers with an increase in its use from 2.4 to 3.5 % among 10th graders and 3 to 4.5% among 12th graders. [NIDA] Even alarming is the self reported fact that 25% of high schoolers gained access to drugs within the school property. However, the perceived dangers of drug abuse have not changed much from 1987 as is evident from the MTF graph. [BJS]"
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