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Multiculturalism in Schools, 2008.
A discussion on how debates regarding multiculturalism in schools affect the relationships between educators and parents.
1,290 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 3 sources, APA, £ 30.95
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This paper discusses the issue of how debates regarding multiculturalism in schools affect the relationships between educators and parents and how the debates can be utilized as a bridge to developing communication between the two. The work utilizes scholarly articles and expressed beliefs to develop the idea that regardless of the acceptance of multicultural classrooms in any given school or district, the disconnect between immigrant parents and culturally diverse parents must be recognized and altered to offer better education to diverse and dominant culture children. Parents of all children are a crucial teacher of information that is core, and not associated with language proficiency and understanding of this is key.
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"Experimentation, such as that done in this classroom expresses through secondary thought that the United States is very much a nation of immigrants, and determining prejudices based upon when one or another population arrived is contradictory to human social progress and civic responsibility. The lessons and activities outlined in the work embraced those who were fourth and fifth generation immigrants, fully assimilated into dominant American culture and those who were first or second generation immigrants seeking acceptance from the dominant culture through awareness."
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Americans: A Multicultural Race, 2006.
A survey of opinions advocating or opposing the promotion of multiculturalism and diversity in American culture.
1,382 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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The paper contrasts the views of those who classify Americans as individuals united by a common culture and those who classify them as members of distinct ethnic groups. The paper provides numerous citations for each viewpoint, and analyzes their differences. In conclusion, the writer warns that an overemphasis on differences between groups of Americans could threaten the bond of unity between people who are bound together as Americans.
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"The rise of the new concept of multiculturalism seems to be rooted in the civil rights movement, according to some, and was a necessary mindset in the black community for the establishment of ethnic pride and the encouragement of a "mentality of closing ranks." (Cornel West, Diverse New World, p. 49.) West faults multiculturalists for "...refusing to recognize the thoroughly hybrid culture of almost every culture we have ever discovered." He extrapolates that in embracing a radical view of multiculturalism, proponents are creating a "mirror image of the Eurocentric racism they condemn." (Op. cit., p. 48.)"
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Urban Multicultural Schools, 2003.
Examines factors that motivate teachers to work in this setting.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 9 sources, £ 32.95
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Discusses multiple factors that determine teacher motivation, teacher commitment, teacher's lack of experience to get hired by better schools, supportive principal leadership, and staff congeniality.
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"Today's urban schools are suffering from a variety of problems. According to Jerald (1998), urban students perform far below their non-urban peers in almost every ..."
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Public Schools vs. Private Schools, 2005.
A look at the accusation that public schools do not produce graduates capable of living and working successfully in their own culture.
3,100 words (approx. 12.4 pages), 9 sources, APA, £ 62.95
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This paper attempts to demonstrate that private schools succeed at preparing graduates to succeed after graduation, whereas public schools do not. The paper puts forth the hypothesis that private schools teach their students to succeed, not because of a great deal of money poured into education, but because the schools are free to teach the curricula they choose and because they prepare students to return to their own cultures and succeed. The paper further hypothesizes that public schools, on the other hand, are not free to teach curricula not aimed at improving standardized test scores, and the successful public school student is not prepared to return to his or her culture in a trade, but to transition out of it into an anachronistic academic culture.
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Review of the Literature
Education and Culture
Teaching Dispositions
Outmoded Educational Model
Would Vo-tech be a Better Public School Goal?
Developing the Person Instead of the Mind
Opposition to Change in Public Schools
Alternatives to Public and Private School
Methodology
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"There are two, or possibly even three, co-existent educational systems in the United States. The largest of these is the public education system, followed by the private schools and increasingly popular home-schooling. The third system will be mentioned only tangentially, as the real problems with U.S. education are considered to reside in the public schools. In recent decades, there have been various schemes put forth regarding vouchers for families who want to send their children to private schools but cannot afford the fees; none of these has borne fruit. In any case, it is doubtful that the private schools could absorb the numbers of students who would want to attend if vouchers were a reality. The problem with the public schools has been identified by most of the public and by many researchers as one of curriculum."
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A Comparative Analysis of Public Schools and Private Schools, 2006.
An analysis of public and private schools in Canada.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 0 sources, £ 36.95
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This paper discusses how education is one of the most important goods in our society. A person's educational achievements to a large extent determine how their life will be, while the educational system a country fosters determines its economic outcomes to a large extent. The paper further discusses how that in Canada, most education is provided by the government and many people would argue that this is the way it should be, as it is only government that has the resources and expertise to take on this important role
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School Culture and School Safety, 2004.
Examines the existing and significant relationship between school culture and school safety.
32,586 words (approx. 130.3 pages), 101 sources, MLA, £ 172.95
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This is a quantitative research study that is designed to assess the impact of school culture on school safety and school violence. The paper looks at what schools can do to create proper environments that are conducive to safety and whether there are identifiable behaviors within school culture that contribute to safety. The paper also analyzes the perceptions of teachers and administrators about school culture and order.
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"Another important point that is stressed when looking at school culture and safety is the fact that strong leaders generally make an effort to express sincere feelings toward students and their lives, and have a real belief that the students have the potential to become successful and productive adults (Kenworthy & O'Driscoll, 2000). Effective leaders create effective schools that are resilient to violence and other risks and promote resiliency in students."
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Home School vs. Public School, 2004.
An opinion paper that states reasons why home-schooling is a better option for one's children.
1,325 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 30.95
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This paper presents arguments on both sides for and against home-schooling. It explains the benefits of parents being the main educators for their children, but also cites reasons, such as social development of the children, being affected. The paper concludes, however, that home-schooling could be the best option for specific people and that the system produces well-balanced children. Includes a thorough annotated bibliography and many sources attached at the end of the paper.
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"Each year more and more home schoolers are rising to the top of their fields and are being regarded as choice recruits for major colleges and universities across the country. Studies have proven that overall home educated children are more mature, well-balanced, and more confident than children educated in the public school system. What appears to be crucial to their success is the one-on-one relationship with the parent-teacher and the opportunity to learn as they are ready."
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Rich School, Poor School, 2002.
A look at the ?Robin Hood? revenue-sharing law used to fund education in Texas.
1,382 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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This paper examines the history of school funding in the state of Texas and the attempts to fund equitable educational opportunities for all Texas children. In particular, it discusses the the ?Robin Hood? revenue-sharing law, which was signed into effect in 1993 and literally siphons funds from wealthy school districts and diverts them to poorer schools. It analyzes how the plan has been anathema to many, since it was signed into law by Ann Richards, the state's last Democratic governor, and evaluates its advantages and disadvantages.
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"The Texas Supreme Court agreed with the plaintiffs and stated that an efficient system must provide "substantially equal access to similar revenues per pupil at similar levels of tax effort." (Hughes, 2002) Basically, this means that a poor district should be able to operate on the same revenue per pupil from a one-cent tax increase as any other district would from the same one-cent increase. So the Robin Hood plan was implemented in 1993 as a temporary measure to provide funds until a more permanent solution could be devised. The plan was never intended to be permanent, none the less, poorer schools have become accustom to the higher funding levels, and they are hesitant to consider a new plan which would mean a possible decline in income."
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Multiculturalism and Korean Immigration, 2006.
An analysis of the American-Korean experience and other issues relating to multiculturalism.
2,780 words (approx. 11.1 pages), 15 sources, MLA, £ 57.95
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This paper explores many issues of culture, race and the concept of multiculturalism within the context of the American melting pot. These issues of culture and especially multiculturalism warrant analysis as they define the American experience for immigrants. This paper focuses specifically on the Korean-American experience and what factors within Korea led many generations of families to leave for a better life in America. The paragraphs first examine the concepts of culture and multiculturalism of today's America and look at how the melting pot has changed. By defining these concepts one can better understand the state of multicultural relations today and how these relations influence the future of American urban life. Second, this paper looks at the circumstances surrounding Korean immigration between 1900 and 1960, specifically focusing on South Korea. These paragraphs describe the major economic, social and political changes that occurred in the region over a period of time. This includes an analysis of the changes and how these changes influence ancestor decision to migrate to the United States. Also included in this paper are the methods and data sources used as literature to determine the reasons for immigration.
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Korean Immigrations and Origins
Major Economic, Social and Political Changes
Analysis
Methods and Data Sources
Conclusion
Works Cited
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"In many ways, these exiles were far better off than their counterparts who stayed in Korea during the various conflicts as they never lost their spirit or industrious nature toward commerce. In these camps, many Korean prospered and this is evident from the fact they were able to provide Korean based schools for area children. These camps were also able to provide food to other exile camps."
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Home Schooling versus Public Schooling, 2006.
A comparison of home schools and public schools in the United States, the pros and cons.
1,861 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 41.95
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This paper shows the balance between the negative and positive aspects of public schools. Similarly, it reflects that home schooling provides an ideal atmosphere for a child under close supervision but has certain limitations too.The biggest advantage the home schools offer is the protection from the violence, sex, drugs and other social ills that is now a common phenomenon in the public schools. The public schools may be infested with serious problems, but they are still indispensable to the intellectual, emotional and psychological growth of young minds. The intellectual growth at homes and social grooming at public schools are shown to be equally important. Both these options provided are shown to provide endless opportunities to learn and grow.
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"Education is most important facet of any society. Educated youth is an asset which contributes to progress, development and evolution of civilization. Human beings are naturally blessed with enormous potentials. Education is the knowledge of putting one's potentials to maximum use. When we think of education, the first thing which comes to our minds is the educational institution or the school. Since centuries, the most common form of getting formal education is through Public Schools. However, it has been observed that in last two to three decades, the Public School education is going down the slope. There are numerous questions raised as to the quality of education being imparted and the illicit extra-curricular activities the students are indulging while attending Public Schools. Parents are now getting apprehensive of sending their children to Public Schools and are forced to think of safe alternatives."
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Multiculturalism in U.S. Education, 2005.
A literature review that examines the need for U.S. schools to become more multicultural in nature.
1,015 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 18 sources, APA, £ 24.95
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Education in the United States will need to become significantly more multicultural if it is to meet the needs of its student base, according to reported statistics and results of studies. Such curriculum changes will be required for children at all educational levels, from those in general classes to those in exceptional or gifted programs. This paper presents a literature review on the subject.
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"Studies report a number of other reasons in addition to population changes that will make diverse education mandatory. A number of reports show that a multicultural curriculum can increase academic relevance for students of color, attitudes in ethnic group interrelationships and degree of creative learning for everyone. Other benefits for students may include greater intellectual involvement, more advanced thinking, enhanced intellectual and academic skill building, better cross-racial socialization (Bowen and Bok, 1998), and more preparation for living in a culturally rich and democratic country."
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Three New York City Area High Schools, 2005.
This paper compares three very different high schools in the New York City area: Stuyvesant High School, Columbus High School and North Valley Stream High School.
2,330 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 49.95
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This paper explains that Stuyvesant High School is an honor's program school located in downtown Manhattan, Columbus High School is an "inner-city" school located in the north-east side of the Bronx and North Valley Stream High School is a wealthier suburban school in Nassau County, Long Island New York. The author points out that Stuyvesant School is similar to one of the oldest public schools in the country Boston Latin in terms of population, test scores, neighborhood and number of students who go on to higher education (94%); both require admission testing, are considered a school for intellectually gifted children and have no special education facilities. The paper deduces that money, parental encouragement and class-consciousness can over come some lack of motivation and lack of academic talent, which are the greatest predictors of a successful high school career. Many charts and tables.
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"The difference in the number of Reagents diplomas issued between Stuyvesant and Columbus High School's is significantly high. Stuyvesant High has a 98 percent average of Reagents diploma ratio whereas Columbus has a 13.5 percent average. What this tells us is although this is a highly ethnicized inner city school with little money and fewer teachers per student, that 13% of the students were able to achieve diplomas with honors despite negative peer pressure, and other situations. Despite all the drawbacks at Columbus High School, they had a higher ratio of honor's graduates than similar schools although a lower ratio of honors for schools in the area."
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Charter Schools, 2005.
A discussion about the alternative to public schooling--charter schooling.
3,145 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 12 sources, MLA, £ 63.95
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This paper explains the history of charter schools, how charter schools are funded, the reasons that make charter schools a popular alternative to public schooling and analyzes the pros and cons of charter schools. Lastly, it examines a state that is currently running numerous successful charter schools and predicts the future of charter schools. Paper includes a one-page outline.
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"The charter school movement began when reformers from St. Paul and Scarsdale, Philadelphia, Arlington, Virginia, and the states of New York and Virginia began setting up experiment to seek better alternative public schools for students and parents (Nathan 500). The name "charter schools" originated in the 1970s when New England educator, Ray Budde, suggested that a small group of teachers be given a 'charter' or contract by their local school board to explore new approaches to the standardized public school system (500). The former president of the American Federation of Teachers, Albert Shanker, took the idea and suggested that the local school board could charter an entire school if the union and teachers agreed (CANEC and PRI). This contract for charter schools' goals, programs, method of measuring success and operational procedures is signed between the operators, local school district, and the county board of education of the state (CCSA). In many states, at the end of each term, usually five-years, the school board reviews the schools to ensure that the educational achievements of their students are met before granting another term of charter."
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Computer Technology in Schools, 2005.
A look at computer technology in schools, with a focus on schools in the U.K.
1,278 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 30.95
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This paper discusses that most schools use a variety of hardware and software to support teaching and learning and explains how these can be used effectively in the classroom with a focus on schools in the U.K. and the literacy curriculum. The study discovers practical use of hardware and software in the classroom as an instructional tool or support.
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"The preparation of teachers for their teaching career and for the environment of an 'information society" requires that educational institutions be "in the know" in relation to technological models and their uses. It was found in research that "teachers do not feel adequately prepared to integrate technology into their teaching." (Colon, et al, 1995; Office of Technology and Assessment, OTA, 1995 as cited by Gonzales & Thompson, 1998) The Office of Technology and Assessment states that according to the study conducted "technology is not a central part of the experience in learning provided to students who are receiving education and plan to teach even though it is vital in the education, preparation and training of teachers in today's classroom an education environment."
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