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Homework Debate, 2004.
Presents the pros and cons of homework, including the issue of quality vs. quantity.
2,124 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 6 sources, APA, £ 47.95
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This paper argues that it is time to re-think the homework debate and focus our attention on how educators can make homework a more valued part of the learning process. With all of its potential positive outcomes, educators must find ways to make homework an interesting and challenging educational experience for students. The paper includes graphs and tables. It takes on a Canadian perspective.
Paper Outline:
Defining Homework (including types)
Arguments for Homework
Arguments against Homework
Designing Quality Homework Programs
Works Cited
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"If teachers are not careful when assigning homework the effects can become detrimental to both students? learning and their attitudes towards education. Some of the main arguments against homework are as follows: Students don?t get enough sleep; they are tired the next day of school, becoming stressed and anxious about their education (Caston & Penrose, 2003). Secondly, homework limits the time that students can spend with their family and friends, and the time parents do spend doing homework with their children can result in tension and fights. Asking children to sit down and do homework at an early age may be developmentally inappropriate and therefore counterproductive."
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Homework in Public Libraries, 2004.
An analysis of the benefits of developing homework centers in public libraries.
4,744 words (approx. 19.0 pages), 15 sources, MLA, £ 86.95
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This paper discusses the option of developing homework centers in public libraries. The paper examines the academic needs and ramifications from the child's perspective. The social reasons for creating more homework centers in libraries are presented, as well as the emerging obstacles for regular "after-school programs," which create an even greater need for more homework centers in libraries. The paper assesses what the literature reveals about homework centers in libraries. The issue of how volunteers and paid staff are recruited for homework centers in libraries is explored. The paper provides a testimony from an after-school library program advocate, as well as examples of successful programs.
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"There are numerous good reasons (Mediavilla, 1) as to why homework centers in public libraries are very important, and why educational and social activists pursue the development of such centers. Indeed, in the first place, children left alone after school, according to research by the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Justice, do not succeed academically as well as those who participate in after-school programs; this is not rocket science, this is pure, simple common sense fact. Number two, according to Cindy Mediavilla's book, Creating the Full-Service Homework Center in Your Library, children who have a meaningful, safe, learning environment to go to after school are more likely "to develop stronger social skills" (p. 2) and also more likely to learn how "to acceptably handle conflicts.""
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Homework Habits of 7th Graders, 2004.
Looks at the latest trends in the homework habits of 7th graders.
1,478 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 11 sources, APA, £ 34.95
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This paper studies the recent trends in the homework habits of 7th graders. Parental involvement, organizational approaches, the tools used most often to assist students with their homework, and the amount and type of homework assigned are some of the latest trends in homework explored in this paper.
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"Homework trends have varied widely throughout the years. When analyzing current trends on who helps with the student's homework, one finds some surprising answers. The following information was taken from recent polls conducted by the Angus Reid Group concerning trends and attitudes in K-12 education. Although it was agreed all around that parents are the ones to help most often, followed by friends, teachers, and brothers and sisters, a survey of 12-year-olds found that mothers are involved with their children's homework nearly twice as often as the fathers. Researchers speculate that this could be due to some mothers being home after school while their children are younger, but returning to work as their children get older."
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Female Homeworkers, 2002.
This paper explores women's homework. A large number of women work at home.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 9 sources, £ 57.95
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This paper explores women's homework. A large number of women work at home. Not only are women paid less in the general workforce, homeworkers are paid little in any case. Women may find it flexible to work at home. They may get more time with their families as homeworkers. Employers may exploit this potential to their advantage as homework costs less.
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K-6 Homework Software Program, 2007.
This paper proposes a K-6 homework software program, called "Get on Track", which would strengthen a student's study skills and teacher-parent communications.
1,645 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 8 sources, APA, £ 38.95
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This paper explains that the trend of implementing technology into the classroom, including homework software programs that can effectively organize and guide students, has opened up many educational doors for students and educators. The author points out that the present homework programs are geared for middle school and beyond. The paper describes that a new homework software program for grades K-6, "Get on Track", which will establish positive study skills in these younger children, is needed. The author relates that, by introducing this technological advancing agent into the classroom, life skills will be brought into children's daily routines, which will envelop their lives in the future. The paper includes a graph and a colored picture.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Background
Description of Software Program
Argument for Adoption of Software
Conclusion
Action Needed
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"When a parent first logs on Get On Track, a chalkboard listing important announcements and homework assignments will be at first glance. From there, parents can go to the assignment bar and read the details of the work that is involved. Often times, teachers may choose to voice record the assignments as well, seeing as some people grasp things more auditory than visually. After reading these directions, parents can guide their children through an assignment and ultimately, turn in the work digitally to the teacher. Not only is the idea of "my dog ate it" abolished, but the conservation of paper is saved as well."
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Homework Centers, 2005.
Explains why there is such a great need for homework centers in public libraries.
4,725 words (approx. 18.9 pages), 15 sources, APA, £ 119.95
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This paper examines the need for after school programs for children whose parents are not available after school closes. The paper argues that homework centers in public libraries offer an effective solution to this problem and further points out that the cuts to funding for school libraries and after school programs makes the need for these homework centers even more urgent.
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"In recent years, a confluence of social, economic and political factors has led to the emergence of increasing numbers of unattended or latchkey children who are not provided with the necessary educational assistance during the after-school hours. These factors include the disintegration of traditional households characterized by single parents or two working parents, the rise in the number of immigrant households where English is the second language, as well as the loss of funding for school libraries and after-school programs. In the absence of sufficient after-school educational support..."
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Styles of Education, 2007.
A comparison of Sheila Vaidya's article, "Meeting the Challenges of an Inclusive Classroom of Improving Learning for all Students" with James Lindsay's article "A Model of Homework's Influence on the Performance Evaluations of Elementary School Students."
3,212 words (approx. 12.8 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 65.95
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This paper analyzes and compares two peer reviewed journals that discuss topics related to education, particularly styles and forms of facilitating education. The paper compares Sheila Vaidya's article, "Meeting the Challenges of an Inclusive Classroom of Improving Learning for all Students" with James Lindsay's article "A Model of Homework's Influence on the Performance Evaluations of Elementary School Students."
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Homework Impacts to Students
Analysis
Impacts of Different Learning Levels and Abilities
Analysis
Conclusion
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"The second conclusion is related to the idea that students have very distinct preferences for how they are taught and strong feelings about ways in which they learn best. Students want everyone to be treated the same, yet they also recognize that students have different learning needs. Students with different learning abilities want to be involved in the same activities, read the same books, have the same homework, be judged with the same grading criteria, and be part of the same groups as their classmates. On the other hand, everyone recognizes that not all students learn in the same way or at the same speed. Thus, students with and without disabilities value teachers who slow instruction down when needed, explain concepts and assignments dearly, and teach the same material in different ways so that everyone can learn. Needless to say, students do not like it when teachers are inconsistent, spend too much time on classroom management, and give negative feedback."
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Education & Behaviorism, 1996.
Completed research on behavioral experiment to increase homework completion rate in 7th grade social studies classes.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 10 sources, £ 62.95
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"This research describes a behavioral modification applied experimental intervention designed to increase the homework completion rate in seventh grade social studies classes at a cooperating public middle school. Literature related to the research performed is reviewed. The experimental intervention is discussed within the contexts of the problem behavior, research population and sample, the intervention and procedure, and research results.
Literature Review
Wells and Miller (1993, p. 781) reported the development of an intervention model to deal with affective aggressive behavior exhibited by ..."
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Parents and Proposition 227, 2007.
A discussion of the California educational initiative known as Proposition 227.
838 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 2 sources, APA, £ 20.95
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This paper describes the California initiative know as Proposition 227, which is intended to encourage parents' involvement in their children's education. Proposition 227 involves a state-funded community tutoring program that should bolster English outside of the classroom, involve parents to learn English and encourage their childrens' language skills. The paper also includes criticisms of the initiative, such as parents signing a pledge that they would help their children a certain amount of time with homework. The paper concludes, however, that this was an innovative program that integrated the community into the learning process.
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"After the passage of Proposition 227 in California, in schools and adult education centers across California, more and mothers and fathers set aside household chores, put their preschool children in day care and went back to school themselves. A higher percentage of adults took English language classes to better help their school-age children with homework and study for tests. Their primarily motivation was to either help their family better endure the effects of the end of bilingual education in California's public schools, or to take advantage of Proposition 227's new, state-funded community tutoring program. The proposition set aside $50 million a year for ten years so school districts could provide after-school family literacy programs. The amount of money each district received for adult tutoring was based on a formula using the number of limited English-speaking students per district (Heredia, 1999)."
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Psychological Counseling and Education, 2007.
This paper studies a 10th grade student and analyzes his behavior.
1,182 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 28.95
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In this article, the writer provides a case study of a young student named Tom. The writer looks at Tom's behavior and suggests possible reasons for his actions. The writer concludes that behavioral activation interventions will help Tom focus on consequences of behavior and eliminate negative behavior. The writer maintains that such types of self-analytical homework and positive reinforcement mentioned in this paper should help Tom develop positive thoughts and actions in the long run.
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"One day on the football field he grabbed a smaller boy from behind, wrapped his arms around him and clenching his hands together, lifted him high in the air and squeezed. A cracking noise was heard and the boy fell to the ground with internal injuries and a rib broken. Tom declared he had only been horsing around, but some of the other boys claimed he was angry at the boy for teasing him. It was not the first time Tom had been known to do something physical in retaliation for teasing."
"The principal met with the School Board, court officials, a doctor and the school mental health counselor. Tom was removed from the football team, suspended from school and ordered to see a behavioral therapist for counseling."
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The American Educational System, 2006.
Argues that the American educational system is in trouble, especially in the high schools.
1,665 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, £ 38.95
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This paper presents statistics that indicate the failure of the American high schools. The author outlines factors that play major roles in the disruption of learning, such as not spending adequate amounts of time on homework as compared to students in other industrialized countries. The paper relates that the teaching methods and pedagogical philosophies applied by teachers and educators have contributed greatly to the breakdown of the American public educational system. The author concludes that, if federal and state governments do not repair this antiquated and destructive way of conducting the educational business of America's students, parents will be forced to seek other ways to educate their children.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Major Disruptive Influences
Exterior Influences
Traditional Values
Television and Other Technologies
Teaching Methods
Uncreative Behavior
Negative Reinforcement
Conclusion
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"One of the most important major disruptive influences on the current status of the American public education system is related to the power of events that occur outside of the school environment. Dr. Lawrence Wilson contends that one of these powerful events is the breakdown of the American family. He states that since "parents often work and (spend) less time with their children, the school system then must substitute or compensate for less parental attention", which only decreases the amount of time the school system can apply to teaching academics."
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Benefits of Plastic Surgery, 2008.
This paper discusses the psychological benefits of plastic or cosmetic surgery and argues that they outweigh the health risks.
2,283 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 50.95
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In this article, the writer notes that it is common knowledge that many people find it desirable to undergo surgery for facelifts and other kinds of "corrective" surgery. However, the writer points out that what is not perhaps as well known is that many people have "cosmetic" surgery for reasons that go well beyond vanity. Some have plastic surgery to eliminate severe facial deformities; some go under the knife to deal with the erosion of their self-esteem, while others get plastic surgery to repair a bothersome physical feature. This paper takes the position that while there are definitely risks involved in plastic surgery proceedings, in most cases the potential good that came come from the surgery is well worth the medical risk. And further, the writer maintains that the science of corrective surgery has reached the point where the risks are minimized and the results are very worth the risks. Still, it is very important for the patient to do his or her homework prior to going into cosmetic surgery. The material presented in this paper explains why advance research is vital.
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"There have been instances in which people undergoing plastic surgery have been injured or killed. Two women died in New York in the Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital after undergoing plastic surgery in 2003, Shute explains; the hospital was fined $20,000 for "egregious violations" of safety procedures because of those deaths. In Florida there were eight deaths of plastic surgery patients over an 18-month period in 2003-2004; as a result, Shute continues, the health officials in Florida imposed a three-month ban on surgeries that combine liposuction and tummy tucks. What happens during cosmetic surgery that can cause death? According to this article people can and do get infections, especially when they go abroad to places like the Dominican Republic or Mexico for "cut-rate" surgery; in some foreign countries the attention to sterile, clean surgical conditions is perhaps not as great as it should be."
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Effective Strategies of Learning, 2008.
A review of a study carried out that highlights nine highly effective learning strategies in the social studies context.
2,820 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, £ 59.95
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This paper explores the nine categories of highly effective strategies used in classroom settings that facilitate learning based on a study conducted by R.J. Marzano (1998) entitled, "A Theory-Based Meta-Analysis of Research on Instruction." The paper begins with a brief summarization of the nine highly effective strategies, each followed by an example of two social studies cases and how each of these categories would apply to the social studies classroom at the secondary level.
Outline:
Introduction
Strategy 1 - Identifying Similarities and Differences
Strategy 2 - Summarizing and Note Taking
Strategy 3 - Reinforcing Effort and Providing Recognition
Strategy 4 - Homework and Practice
Strategy 5 - Nonlinguistic Representations
Strategy 6 - Cooperative Learning
Strategy 7 - Setting Goals and Providing Feedback
Strategy 8 - Generating and Testing Hypotheses
Strategy 9 - Activating Prior Knowledge
References
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"Also known as comparison and contrast, this strategy encourages students to review and classify information by identifying similarities and differences that exist within the information presented, then encourages students to use analogies or metaphors to further this process (Marzano, 1998). In doing so, students must analyze two or more elements of the objects being examined, which inherently allow students to classify and categorize information they collect about the similarities and differences of the objects of their attention. To facilitate this process, educators should and can encourage students to gain more awareness of what the objects being studied share in common, and what differences exist between them. This can be facilitated easily through "student-directed tasks" or those that require less direction from the teacher and allow students to explore information using their own intellectual capacities and resources (Marzano, 1998). In doing so students are more likely to absorb information about the objects of study, and become more adept at identifying the unique characteristics of the objects in question. While classroom monitoring is still expected, much of teacher involvement focuses on engaging students in tasks that will lead them to their own conclusions and evidence gathering. There are many ways comparison and contrasting can be utilized including the use of graphic organizers allowing visual interpretation of comparisons (Marzano, 1998)."
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Challenges into Opportunities, 2008.
An overview of how one can turn an entrepreneurial challenge into an opportunity.
2,828 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 9 sources, APA, £ 60.95
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The paper deals with opportunities of starting a new venture and warns of the risks involved. The paper specifically addresses the essentials of business planning to serve as a road map for the start-up activities of a specialty restaurant. The paper covers the total spectrum of a marketing plan with financial tables. The paper warns that before making the leap from salaried employment to business ownership, the entrepreneur must intimately know the market and have done his homework.
Outline:
Introduction
Planning
Budgeting
Viability Testing
Target Costing
Financing & Accounting
Legal Structure
Conclusion
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"A business plan is the guiding document that establishes a venture's business objectives, strategy and approaches to achieving those objectives. It also serves as a tool for monitoring and controlling the venture's ability to attract internal financing or equity and debt from outside sources, which may not guarantee outright success but can certainly preclude loss of money arising from a misguided venture (Damary, 2002). The business plan basically ensures the viability of the enterprise, sets the legal foundation, identifies the source of capital, balances the projected costs, establishes the accounting procedures and sets the legal foundation. The legal aspect of the business is as important as the financials because this will protect an entrepreneur against any disruptive lawsuits in the future. Thus, the key elements of a business plan are a summary, market and competition analysis, and a description of its financials. Prepared as a written document, the business plan contains an executive summary of the whole venture, its key product, target market and competition, a description of the organizational setup, the management practices to be observed, operations and financing sources."
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