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Educational Software Evaluation, 2008.
This paper provides an evaluation of different educational software, concentrating on language-learning software.
1,136 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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In this article, the writer reviews and presents several language-learning software programs. In reviewing 10 software packages, the author chooses three which seem to be the best in their category. The writer focuses attention on the following programs: Speak2Easy Language Learning Expert 3.07, French Verb Games 1, and Human Japanese. Specifically, the paper discusses the different types of language learning criteria, and compares the software packages to the criteria which the author feels are the most important.
Outline:
Language-learning software
Types of Language Software
Criteria for Selection
What they were all missing
Comparative table
Speak2Easy Language Learning Expert 3.07
French Verb Games 1
Human Japanese
Russian Language Learning 1.0.1
Mandarin Learning Assistant
Learn French Vocabulary 1.6
Flash Cards for Learning 1
Choice 1.4
Learning Spanish Like Crazy
Learn Chinese 2007 5.1
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"The primary question is: how close does the language software come in achieving its stated goal? The language software must be engaging, give feedback, and be fun for the student to use. The old-fashioned, non-computer methods of rote memorization weren't effective because the student became bored quickly. Retention is helped by games, visual clues, and socialization.
"The primary selection criteria for these software packages were therefore user involvement: how many senses were involved in the use of this software? How much fun can a student have with it? Can the student get feedback from his/her own voice? Are the methods progressive, with a sense of advancement? Can it be tied to social interaction, such as working with fellow students? To this end, the author used the criteria selected by the National Foreign Language Resource Center."
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College Vs. High School, 2008.
This paper compares the experience of college to that of high school.
1,044 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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The paper discusses the academic differences between college and high school. The paper then focuses on students' increased independence in college and posits that this is also a significant aspect of higher education as it teaches students to become capable, independent adults.
Outline:
Introduction
Academic Differences
Non-Academic Differences
Conclusion
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"College is somewhat similar to high school in some ways and very different from high school in others. Academically, college provides much greater flexibility in choice of subject matter, but otherwise, the academic component of college education is not very different from high school. On the other hand, college is the first opportunity for many students to live independently from their families and to assume personal responsibility for their lives on an everyday level. In many ways, this aspect of higher education is as valuable as the primary (academic) focus of higher education."
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Reading Skills, 2008.
A research proposal to study the improvement of reading skills in lower-level and special needs students through the use of technology.
2,357 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 72.95
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This paper examines some of the technologies which have been identified as potential aids to reading such as voice detection software, portable digital assistants and new portable processors. It proposes a study to determine whether technologies which are currently available are effective in improving reading skills in low-achieving students and whether they are also efficient in improving reading skills in students with special educational needs. The paper explains that the study will also attempt to determine whether available technology is successfully implemented into the curriculum at present and whether there are measures which could be taken to improve the effectiveness of available technologies in improving reading skills.
Outline:
Background
Significance of the Research
Research Questions
Methodology
Study Design
Participants
Data Collection
Data Analysis Techniques
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"The use of technology in literacy within schools is a relatively recent occurrence and it has been suggested that for this reason it may still be poorly understood (Kartal, 2006). This may be one explanation for the apparent failure of technology integration to this point. If this could be attributed to lack of understanding then this emphasizes the need to understand the factors which would ensure the successful integration. Another study by Doering and colleagues (2003) found that poor teacher preparation may also be a significant factor in technology integration failure."
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Goals for My Students, 2008.
This paper outlines a teacher's three statements regarding his educational goals.
1,671 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 54.95
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In this paper, the writer relates that he hopes that his students will become life-long learners and use the learning skills he teaches them in higher education and in their professional lives. The writer further relates that he wants his students to approach every classroom they enter thereafter with joy, not with dread and that he aims to encourage students to become more creative in their ability to think outside of the box and view issues from many different perspectives.
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"As a result of my teaching, my students will become life-long
learners, and use the learning skills I teach them in higher education and in their professional lives. Many educators and researchers note continuing education is an important element of success; nearly all professional and executive candidates engage in some level of continuing education (Olson & Smith, 2000). I believe it is through continuous education that students will grow as higher-order students and as professionals. To help students realize opportunities in continuous education outside the classroom, I intend to teach students the boundaries of an established curriculum and "extra-curricular" activities they can engage in, allowing students the ability to make choices that will promote greater success."
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Education and Culture, 2008.
A comparison of educational systems in Japan, France and the United Kingdom.
799 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
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This paper describes the different approaches to education and schooling that are taken by three different cultures. It focuses on comparing three national educational systems from Asia, Continental Europe and the United Kingdom, specifically Japan, France and the UK. The paper shows how education is as much a social construct as any other facet of a culture.
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"Still, there is less flexibility in United Kingdom curriculum planning than in America. Compulsory national testing is routine at the ages of the ages of 7, 11, 14, in England and Scotland. Students at state schools are also tested in science and math. Like Japan and France, students must take state exams to exit from university, and there are advanced level exams one must take to attend universities ("Introduction to School Life," Woodlands Junior School, 2007). However, while most students attend state schools, private schools are much more common in England (called 'public schools'). Often these schools are extremely expensive and criticized as vestiges of the English class system, as only the very wealthy and connected members of British or Scottish society can attend such schools as Eton."
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Trends in Deaf Education, 2008.
A discussion of the challenges facing those who are active in deaf education.
1,173 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 40.95
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This paper discusses the difficulties and challenges educators may face when teaching deaf children. In particular, the paper enumerates the key issues regarding special needs teachers and then examines them from an internal and external perspective. The paper accomplishes this via a thorough examination of available academic literature. In examining the literature, the writer takes into account the internal and external factors that will influence future trends in deaf education in order to provide an overview of how deaf education will appear in the future.
Outline:
Shortage of Qualified/Certified Sign Language Interpreters
Closure of State Schools for the Deaf Due to Special Education Funding Issues
Appropriate Education in the Age of Distance Technology vs Vygotsky's Theory
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"The shortage of teachers for the deaf is an extension of an overall shortage of teachers that is affecting education on a national basis. There are many reasons for these shortages including low salaries and increased stress due to the shortages themselves. The growing shortage is self-perpetuating. The fewer teachers there are to perform daily duties, the more stressed those that are in the profession become. This scenario has prompted several states, such as Wyoming to mandate increased teacher salaries statewide (NEA, 2006). However, salaries alone are not likely to be the single answer to the problem."
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Evaluation of Webquest, 2008.
An evaluation of the task, process and appropriateness of the webquest, "The American Revolution: Was it worth it?" by Judy Chang.
836 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper evaluates the webquest, "The American Revolution: Was it worth it?" by Judy Chang. The paper describes the aim of the webquest and its appropriateness for Grade 5 students and discusses the task that is required to be completed and the process that the students must go through. Finally, the paper looks at the grading evaluation guide for the webquest for students and teachers.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Task
Process
Evaluation
Conclusion
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"The evaluative process, graded on a scale from 4-1 is clear and thoroughly described. It also allows students to be graded on a variety of competencies, including the sophistication of the student's position statement, the support the student provides for the position, and finally the literary or persuasive appeal and the sense of the audience. For teachers who must use an A-D grading scale, the grading evaluation guide could easily be transposed to a different format, thus it could be used by a variety of teachers, in a variety of school districts."
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Occupational Needs of the Adolescent Population, 2008.
Describes a program that will help a team of adolescents organize in a more team-oriented manner so that they can solve a complex mathematical problem for a science project.
1,608 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper describes a program recommended by the writer that will help a team of 12 adolescents, who are trying to solve a mathematical problem, to brainstorm together and contribute ideas about solving the group problem and future problems in a team-oriented manner. The paper recommends an adolescent supervisor that will be named as the occupational therapist or guidance director of the program and then describes the group protocol to be used in the program.
Table of Contents:
Part I - Occupational Needs Assessment
Part II - Proposal
Part III - Group Protocol
Duration/Frequency
Primary Protocol
Description of Meetings
Rational/Outcome
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"Questions in the group will include an open question, allowing each member of the group to introduce themselves, especially when new members are present, and a delineation of the group member's abilities, skills and history. Next, the facilitator will pose an introductory question that will stimulate brainstorming by engaging students in the "why" of their involvement in the group (Bouassida et al, 2006). Next a transitory question will lead to examination of the problem at hand, where the members of the group attempt to answer key questions including (1) what is the foundation of the problem (2) what tools are available to solve the problem (3) what are the most probable outcomes of a problem given the information provided (Bouassida, et al, 2006)."
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School Uniform, 2008.
An examination of the pros and cons of school uniforms.
1,137 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper discusses the subject of wearing uniforms at public schools and notes that the practice has become more common in recent years. The paper notes that there are advantages and disadvantages to wearing uniforms and looks at arguments on both sides of the issue. The writer argues that, while it was thought that wearing uniforms would do away with economic and social distinctions and reduce gang participation, research has found that student uniforms actually had no direct effect on substance use, behavioral problems, or attendance. The writer further points out that school uniforms also deprive students of a vital form of self-expression.
Outline:
Introduction and Statistics
Pro: School Uniforms
Con: School Uniforms
Conclusion
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"By allowing students to focus on learning rather than appearance, school uniforms perform a vital educational function. Required uniforms reduce competition based upon appearance and income, enabling less physically developed or attractive students to distinguish themselves upon their academics rather than beauty or flashy clothing. In one district that mandated uniforms, the superintendant explained: "I don't want haves and have-nots...I want kids to come to school and just be here for academic success, and I want teachers to be able to teach' without dealing with the distractions that clothing can create...Because we're here for teaching and learning."
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School Uniforms: A Social Problem, 2008.
An analysis of the arguments for and against the school uniform policy.
1,222 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper discusses the growing tendency in public schools to adopt or impose school uniforms and assesses the pros and cons of this policy. The writer first presents the views of the supporters of the uniform policy, including the arguments that standardized school clothing diminishes the rate of violent acts and reduces peer pressure in schools. The writer then sums up the strongest arguments of the other side, and their responses to the advocates of school uniform. The writer concludes with the opinion that violence, low attendance and low grades cannot be solved merely by forcing students to wear uniform clothing, and that educators and parents must work together towards finding a solution to improve both the academic performance of children and their safety in schools.
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"Standardized clothing for children and teenagers is, according to the supporters of the uniform policy, conducive to learning. Children who wear uniforms are more focused on learning. Supporters also believe that students who worry about their outfit tend to become distracted and lose interest in studying which eventually leads to poor academic results and low attendance. On the contrary, students who wear uniforms are more keen on academic pursuit and do not spend time and energy planning and choosing their clothing for school, but on studying and sleeping which results in overall better academic performance. They also claim that the latter is directly influenced by a sense of belonging to a group, a team which is generated by wearing a uniform in school."
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Social Skills, 2008.
A review of the skills which are important in school with respect to positive interaction with peers, time on task, and academic success.
1,564 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 72 sources, APA, $ 51.95
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This paper presents a research study that attempts to determine how daily social skills instruction would affect the reduction of victimizing behavior in school and if pro-social behaviors would be demonstrated by students with learning disabilities at a small private school in Sarasota, Florida. The study also attempts to determine if instructing teachers in social skills education would have an impact on reducing victimizing behavior. Data were gathered through surveys to support the need for such social skills instruction in the daily curriculum. The paper includes tables.
Outline:
Restatement of the Purpose
Restatement of the Procedures
Reporting of the Findings
Findings
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" Do the faculty and staff believe social skills education received by the students had an impact on student pro-social behavior? Seventy-five percent of the teachers noticed improved pro-social behavior. When teachers were asked if they would recommend daily social skills training to other teachers/schools, 100% of the teachers stated that social skills are necessary and students must be able to properly read the teacher. "
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Time Management, 2008.
A discussion on the issue of how college students can enjoy their leisure time to its maximum by managing time effectively.
3,933 words (approx. 15.7 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 107.95
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The paper discusses anxiety and time management problems and how this causes stress. The paper states that there are many different causes of stress for the college student and that managing time effectively and having satisfaction with their leisure time are issues that must be addressed by many college students. The paper comments that academic stress is also extremely important and this is possibly one of the largest issues that college students face, but this can be lessened by learning to manage time appropriately. The paper concludes that nationwide there has been a strong increase in the stress that college students are feeling and many believe that this trend is rather disturbing.
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"Stress is generally a good thing as all individuals must have some to survive. However, when students have too much stress in their lives or the stress is perceived as being a negative event then psychological and physical impairments can sometimes be seen. There are ways that students can reduce stress in college but they have to work at what they are doing and learn how to get enough social support, enough time for leisure and enjoyment, and manage their time correctly. If students are not able to meet any type of personal need through different leisure activities or hobbies they may feel as though the stress that they must deal with in classes and during exams is actually much stronger than what it really is. In addition, female students appear to experience more anxiety symptoms and benefit less from leisure activities, so the female college student population would seem to be the most at risk for difficulties stemming from the stress of time management problems. In addition, however, female students are seen to be better overall at managing their time effectively than male students."
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Behavior Management Plans, 2008.
A discussion on the effect that individualized behavior management plans have on the education of disturbed children.
1,305 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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This paper looks at whether individualized behavior management plans along with a consistent classroom management system can improve target behaviors of emotionally or behaviorally disturbed children. After a review of the literature on the topic, the paper then concludes that emotion or behavioral disabilities have profound effects on the child's ability to learn; as a result, a positive system of rewards in a classroom management setting contributes to the disturbed child's academic success.
Outline:
Introduction
Literature Review
Conclusion
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"This older research also suggested that when teachers see that students are taking responsibility for learning by initiating productive reading activities, they will reward students with increased responsibility and opportunities to be self-directed. However, recent research does not mirror the findings of the early research. Finney and Schraw (2003) conducted two experiments on the effect of choice on cognitive and affective engagement during reading. In both experiments, students who selected what they read were compared to students who were assigned their reading material. Both experiments found that unrestricted choice increased positive affective reactions and self-reported interest in reading but had no effect on various cognitive measures of engagement. Finally, their study results suggest that the effect of choice may depend on the types of tasks being investigated."
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Special Education in the Science Classroom, 2008.
This paper looks at science learning focusing on special education students.
1,153 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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In this article, the writer reviews the initial negative results of science education since the inclusion of special education students in the classroom. Further, the writer looks at what lessons have been learned and can be applied to the management of similar situations in the future. The writer maintains that science, whether taught to general classrooms or special education classrooms has a unique capacity, when taught through the method of inquiry to advance the knowledge and cognition of the student with each level of learning. The writer notes that as the student becomes adept at each level of learning and advances to the next level, the student's knowledge increases, but in addition the student's capacity for learning grows. The writer notes that 'Bloom's Taxonomy' sets out a specific guide that may be effectively used by the science teacher in the special education classroom or in the general classroom that is characterized by inclusion.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
Complex Pedagogical Content Knowledge Required
Bloom's Taxonomy in Scientific Inquiry
Tools & Methods to Assist Scientific Inquiry
The Scientific Inquiry Model
Summary and Conclusion
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"In the area of planning students ask questions and then make decisions how to search out the answers to those questions. Students use first-hand experience and simple information sources for locating answers to these questions and as well enter a thought process about the results of decisions and learn to make comparisons. In obtaining and presenting evidence the students learn to follow instructions in the lab in order to avoid risks to themselves and others and make exploration through use of the senses of sight, hearing, smell, touch, and taste as appropriate while making observations and recording those observations and measurements. Finally, students communicate their observations and findings through use of speech and writing, drawing, tables, graphs and pictures. In the application of consideration of the evidence and making evaluations, comparisons are made by students and patterns and associations are identified. Also, students make a review of their own work and go on to explain their work to other students."
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