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Group Communication and Decision-Making Methods, 2007.
A discussion regarding group communication and effective decision-making methods.
1,828 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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This paper provides an introduction to group-decision making methods and models. The paper reviews the best decision-making strategies groups can utilize to realize effective solutions to complex problems. The paper further explains how problem-solving methodology is utilized to reach consensus decisions among small groups.
Outline:
Introduction
Overview of Group Decision-Making Methods
Best Decision-Making Tactics
Problem-Solving Methodology in Group Settings
Cooperative and Competitive Group Resolution
Describe Group Issues in Creative Problem Solving
Behavior in Group Settings
Conclusion
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"In a small group setting group processes that require improvement include situations where full group participation is not realized, especially when a majority vote is required for consensus. Other examples of situations where small group processes require improvement include those where unresolved arguments or conflicts exist that prevent group members from communicating clearly and addressing relevant issues at hand (Johnson & Johnson, 2000). In a small group process it is best not to consider certain members of a group or the majority as "winners" compared to the minority that may lose as "losers" as stated by Johnson & Johnson (2000) for this may "reduce the quality of the decision" (Foundation Coalition, 2007) and diminish the effectiveness of the resolution. Competition should not be the primary focus of a group decision-making setting because this will not lead to solution-oriented thinking. Rather than focusing on the problem that requires solving, group members are more likely to entertain themselves with methods they can employ to "win" other members of the group to their line of thinking or problem-solving methods."
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The Gifted Child Explored, 2007.
An examination of the gifted child.
1,490 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper presents an examination of the gifted child. The paper explores characteristics of gifted children, family structure and environment. The paper also takes a look at the differences between a gifted child and a non gifted child.
Outline:
Introduction
The Label
Characteristics of Gifted Children
Differences
Environment
Social Interaction
Education
Conclusion
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"Consistently demonstrated characteristics of a gifted child included early verbal skills, curiosity beyond that of his or her peers, early interest in books, whether or not the child began reading early, he or she would insist on being read to often.Gifted children also demonstrate leadership skills, empathy beyond that of their peers, highly developed sense of humor and the understanding of abstract ideas at an earlier age than expected."
"The gifted label can at times place an increased pressure on the child as teachers and parents begin to expect above average performances in many areas of life. It is important to understand that a child can be gifted in one academic area while not in others, or can be gifted in many areas but not be motivated to skip grades or over achieve. Working to understand the child as an individual will allow the child to grow and develop within his or her gifted label without hurting that child's self esteem."
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Literacy and the Classroom, 2007.
Explanation of how a teacher would teach and facilitate a child's reading and writing.
1,206 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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This paper describes the steps that lead to reading and how a skilled teacher should help in the process of literacy acquisition. The paper highlights various early steps in literacy and how they can be further developed in the classroom. The author also describes making the classroom itself physically rich in language. Also examined is the importance of pre-literacy skills that are part of pre-school programs. The author concludes by stating that the process that leads to reading should be fun for young learners.
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"Thus repetition and recognition are two key elements of acquiring literacy. This is one of the reasons why small children take such delight in having the same books read again and again ("How children learn to read," 2007, BBC). The first foundation of literacy, however, comes even earlier--through listening to others speak and speaking themselves. "Young children continue to develop listening and speaking skills as they communicate their needs and desires through sounds and gestures, babble to themselves and others, say their first words, and rapidly add new words to their spoken vocabularies...By age one, most children begin linking words to meaning," although they may sometimes confuse words for certain kinds of objects with all similar objects, like calling all four-legged animals "doggie" (Koralek & Collins, 1997). By age two, children can usually make simple sentences like "all gone" (Koralek & Collins, 1997)."
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Instructional Technology Plan, 2006.
A review of the objectives of an instructional technology plan.
1,113 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper reviews and discusses the aim of an instructional technology plan. According to the paper, in creating an instructional technology plan with the objectives of making content more pervasively available through a school and community-wide Intranet, legal and regulatory compliance issues need to be addressed. The paper goes on to say that this includes protecting the privacy of student records,the assurance of business continuity and disaster recovery.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Intranet Project Considerations and Plan
Compliance Strategies Demand Enterprise Content Management
School IT Continuity Plan
Summary
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"The Intranet itself needs to have the following: user authentication including single sign-on; personalization; content management and taxonomy definition tools; tools and adapters for integrating content and knowledge management databases; and a strategic plan for how the build out an enterprise-wide portal supports the most commonly used processes in the school including the creating, organizing, managing and publishing content. AMR Research as completed a series of studies showing how portals can be made more effective by streamlining content management strategies and serve as the first step in adopting a Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA). Their landmark reports by Klein, Russ (2006) and Murphy and Columbus (2002) on the subject includes a methodology for organizing content first by information type intersected by point in the information or task process supported and includes vendor evaluations."
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Community Partnership, 2007.
An analysis of the theory and significance of community partnership programs for youth.
4,151 words (approx. 16.6 pages), 39 sources, MLA, $ 111.95
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This paper discusses the theory, practicality and effects of partnership programs to improve the community and school setting. It begins by analyzing the need for community partnership programs, their records and the theory behind them. The paper then describes disputes facing the concept of partnership programs and presents catalysts and advocates of the partnership programs. The paper aims to show the significance of community partnership programs for the future of the youth of America.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Need For Community Partnership Programs
Records Of Community Partnerships Programs
Theories Of Community Partnership
Disputes Facing The Concept Of Partnership Programs
Catalysts and Advocates of Partnership Programs
Conclusion
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"It was only at the end of the 1980s era, that the concept of community partnership with reference to education and all involved parties was introduced. With the growing researches and studies being done on the phenomenon, we have a boom in its application within the past three and half decades. The consistently altering and differing social and economic situations in different states is the challenge that most institutions face when trying to bridge a way for mutual and equal distribution, acknowledgment and exercise of the responsibilities in the community partnership sphere. The concept of leadership is a lot older than that of partnership and helps form interdependent contracts between the two to achieve a more balanced outlook of higher education. However, these concepts are also dependent upon the social and economic changes and structures of the community and hence are highly varying in procedures, patterns and policies for achieving a balanced outlook of community partnership (Stevenson, 1998)."
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Blind Children, 2003.
A discussion regarding the benefits of inclusive placement for learners with disability.
2,901 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 27 sources, MLA, $ 86.95
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This paper reviews and discusses the issues relating to the inclusive placement for learners with disability. The paper focuses primarily on blind children. The paper concludes with the idea that everybody is entitled to benefit from the result he can attain through education regardless of the capacity of the person, and regardless of how he would like to be educated.
Outline:
Introduction
Disabled Alongside not Disabled (Advantage)
Disabled Alongside not Disabled (Disadvantage)
Disabled Alongside Disabled (Advantage)
Disabled Alongside Disabled (Disadvantage)
Some Recommendations
Conclusion
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"Attending a school that did not cater exclusively to students with visual impairments would not afford them with the same level of academic support that they were currently receiving. They perceived that in local schools they would experience larger-sized classes, less attention from teachers, and fewer opportunities to function independently. Students also felt that their local schools were not equipped with the trained personnel (e.g., orientation and mobility instructors) or resources, including the books, materials, and technology that existed in their special school (Anne Corn, 2003). Educational setting for special children is better equipped than the normal setting. The students are given professional and trained personnel to teach and attend specifically to their need as compared to what their local school can offer. They have comfort being around other visually impaired students. "
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Reading Comprehension, 2007.
A discussion of how to increase reading comprehension of students in middle school.
1,722 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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This paper addresses the problem of weak reading skills in middle school students, and suggests educational approaches to improving reading comprehension in particular. The author recommends that teachers, the instructional and/or educational materials and the educational policies should be at the forefront in assisting middle school children to acquire the reading comprehension skills they need. The role of each is described in the paper. Additionally, accommodations are recommended for children with special educational needs. The paper also lists the five essential components of reading instruction, describing the importance of each one. The paper concludes by stating students also take responsibility for their reading progress by practicing regularly.
Outline:
Introduction
Review of Related Literature
Factors to increasing the reading comprehension abilities of the middle graders
The Teachers
Provision of More time for the Students
Maintenance of Research Based Curriculum and Instructional Approaches Regarding Reading Comprehension
Reference List
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"Indeed, there have been recent studies conducted which reveal that reading and comprehension is becoming a challenging tasks for the teachers, particularly when they are handling the students from the middle grades. Students who are in the in their middle age of learning are already being taught for proper reading and comprehension. However, there are reports that show that there are increasing number of students who have gone to higher levels but "are still not fully equipped with the right reading and comprehension perspectives," thus a big task to teachers and other educational facilitators nowadays is how to increase the reading comprehension of students in the middle school (Snow, 2002)."
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Education, 2006.
A historical look at the education of women.
2,141 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper takes a look at the history of women's education. According to the paper, education has evolved substantially over the years, from an almost strictly oral tradition in the Greek era, to the Renaissance with an education based almost entirely on the works of both the Greek and Roman great thinkers. Lastly, the paper discusses the modern 1970s educational tradition where many of the traditional oral lessons were emphasized while a myriad of new ideas also came to be a part of the system.
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"Though precisely during the time that the transition from what some people call the dark ages or the medieval period, into the Renaissance, women were again largely excluded from official education, possibly as a result of the establishment of the ancient texts, in which women were not represented and rarely spoken of in favorable terms. Feminists, like Christine Pizan, who stressed the importance of female education and some of her male feminist contemporaries would mainly remain on the fringes as the classical form of education was reaffirmed as the standard."
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Employee Development, 2007.
A critical analysis of the correlation between employee development and company performance.
3,313 words (approx. 13.3 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 94.95
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This paper describes various methods of employee training and development. The author analyzes the correlation between employee development and customer satisfaction, suggesting that employees may have a higher ability and willingness to solve crises encountered because of training courses that are encouraged. The author concludes that employee development has become a necessity for surviving in a complex and dynamic environment that continually poses new challenges to the organizations acting within its framework.
Outline:
What is Employee Development and Why do we Need it?
Researches Proving the Link Between Employee Development and Company Growth
Benefits of Employee Training and Development
Different Strategies for Different Employees
Bibliography
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" First of all, a clear delimitation should be made among three concepts that people often confuse. These are education, training, and development. The first one consists of preparing an individual's mind in a framework which is different from the organization. The second refers to attending courses aimed at improving skills, knowledge or attitudes for appropriately achieving a certain task within an organization, while the third is the natural result of the first two and is represented by "the growth of the individual in terms of ability, understanding and awareness" (http://www.accel-team.com/human_resources/hrm_07.html). This triangle proves to be indispensable to company performance as it allows employees to account for more difficult tasks, it accommodates newcomers to the organization's performance standards and helps them act within the same competitive pattern responsible for the company's success, it enhances the organization's efficiency and effectiveness, it responds to legislative requirements regarding health or safety, and sets an adequate framework for informing employees on changes that have been made and the courses they have to attend in order to cope with modifications. "
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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, $ 92.95
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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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Data-driven Decision Making, 2007.
An analysis of the debate over the effectiveness of data-driven decision making for school improvement.
874 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper analyzes and compares the literature regarding data-driven decision making for school improvement. The paper considers both sides of the argument - that information and knowledge lie at the root of effective action and, on the other hand, that there is not sufficient integration of school data with state-mandated goals to make decision-making truly effective. The paper discusses the two perspectives of the debate.
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"Marlow Ediger (2003) uses this element to point out the reasons for the relative ineffectiveness of data-driven decision making. The difference between this author's and the others' opinion lies in the definition and implementation of data-driven systems. According to Ediger, data is in itself a very specific science. The application of this approach to the teaching profession is to assume that teaching is itself an accurate science. There can be little dispute that it is not. Each teacher, being human, is unique in his or her approach to students. Each student is furthermore unique. According to Ediger, this is precisely why data-driven decision making cannot apply to the teaching profession in terms of assessing student needs and/or improvement. Instead, Ediger suggests a less rigid approach to assessment, such as the portfolio philosophy. By using portfolios rather than rigid data, teachers can recognize the flexible nature of teaching and learning, and make improvements accordingly."
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Corporal Punishment, 2007.
This paper analyzes the subject of corporal punishment as it relates to the classroom.
7,719 words (approx. 30.9 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 168.95
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In this article the writer examines the issue of corporal punishment as it is used in classroom management. The writer notes that this is a concern that has plagued educators for some time because there are many different beliefs about it and there are many different suggestions about how it should be undertaken, or whether it should be undertaken at all. In this thesis, the issue is thoroughly discussed and analyzed in order to better understand why it is so important for the future of the student population in this country - and for the educators as well. The writer concludes that it is easy to determine that positive reinforcement definitely has an impact on children, as does corporal punishment. Some still believe that positive reinforcement is not as effective as negative reinforcement or punishment but the school of thought currently in session appears to indicate that positive reinforcement does indeed provide a much stronger feeling of self-worth and self-discipline for students than negative reinforcement does for the largest majority of students overall.
Outline:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Research Question
Significance of the Study
Review of Literature
Methods
Analysis of Data
Results
Conclusion
Bibliography
Appendices
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"When examining the reasons that corporal punishment seems to be such a topic of interest to so many in the education field today, there are many different concerns and many ways to look at the issue. However, it seems clear to most people that something different should be done. As it turns out, however, there are reasons why some individuals believe that stopping corporal punishment and utilizing other methods such as positive reinforcement is not really the answer. Despite this, there are many that believe positive reinforcement is the best way to deal with discipline issues in school children."
"The belief of many is that educators are not doing enough for students and this is true of administration and other educators as well as teachers. These educators should serve the students and the public, and one of the ways to do this is to set guidelines for punishment and positive reinforcement as the first line of defense in dealing with discipline problems in children. Learning how to have discipline at a young age is very important for proper societal functioning later in life, and due to this it is something that is becoming more of a concern than it has been in the past."
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Online Education, 2007.
An examination of the advantages and disadvantages of online education, compared to campus-based education.
1,293 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper discusses the way that the Internet has revolutionized the educational system with online education becoming increasingly popular. It describes the many benefits of online education, as well as the weaknesses of online education compared to traditional, campus-based education. The paper discusses the advantages and disadvantages from the personal point of view of the writer.
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"There are other benefits of taking online classes. When I was going to college, I always had a hard time preparing my schedule. Some classes that I wanted to take were so far apart that I had to wait for several hours to take the next class. Sometimes, I was only able to schedule one class in a whole day, although I had to spend the same commuting time to go to college as I would have for a full day of classes. After completing most of my classes and nearing graduation, I could not find the last classes I needed to graduate. I had to wait for two semesters before the college offered those classes. Online classes take care of these scheduling problems, and there is no commuting time, parking problems, or having to buy a car just to go to college. There could be blizzard outside the house and I could still take an online class in the comfort of my home."
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Native-American Dropouts from High School, 2007.
This paper studies the high dropout rates among Native-American high school students.
1,957 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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In this article, the writer looks at research regarding Native-American dropouts from high school. The writer notes that the problems that arose in the process of locating young Native-Americans who had dropped out of school, helped the researchers come to terms with the kind of poverty and depressing environments in which these people lived. The writer concludes that as a nation, America took most of the Indian's lands away from them, placed them on reservations, and now the U.S. allows giant corporations to profit by exploiting and polluting the land the Indians count on for their survival. The writer maintains that this should be a topic in all high schools, especially Native-American high schools.
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"In autumn, 1980, high dropout rates among Native-American students in a Montana high school district were so out of proportion with other school districts' dropout rates that a study was needed in order to come to grips with the problem. According to an article in the Journal of American Indian Education, about 60 percent of Native Americans were dropping out before finishing their high school careers. And 90 percent of the students were of Native-American ethnicity."
"In order to conduct what the district believed would be an "empirical" study of the problem, the district partnered with the University of Montana, which set up the research. The method used was to carefully examine the problem, develop instruments for the analysis, develop good techniques for interviewing, reach out to the dropouts and carefully assess the data resulting from the project."
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Federal Student Aid Funding, 2007.
A review of the benefits of federal student aid funding and reasons for cuts to this aid.
2,542 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 77.95
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This paper discusses the federal student aid funding that is made available by the US Department of Education each year in the form of loans, grants and campus-based aid. It discusses the implications of this aid and then looks at previous cuts in funding for the aid, the reasons behind these cuts and student responses to these cuts.
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" Student activists also protested against federal cuts to education. The 35th District Assembly with representatives from Upward Bound, California Interest Research Group, Associated Students and the University of California Students Association raised their voice to oppose the $12-million cut to financial aid programs and the increase in student loan interest rates (Tidwell 2006). They investigated the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act and found that it eliminated diversity in the campus. The Upward Bound director said that they helped low-income and first-generation students but the cuts would cancel their assistance to financially disadvantaged students. The UCSB financial aid office representative said that the government was taking funding from student programs and redistributing some of the money into entirely new grant programs, focusing on science and math. One of the programs was the National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent or SMART. They interpreted the new trend as the government's struggle to adapt with world changes in math and sciences with new programs, such as SMART. They identified recent immigration and national security concerns as propelling the changes and the subsequent cuts. Smart students got financial aid for majoring in math, science or a critical foreign language, such as Chinese and Arabic. The main eligibility requirement was US citizenship but not non-US citizenship eligibility. But these protesters claimed that eliminating tried and true methods would be wasteful and cost a lot of people to lose their jobs (Tidwell)."
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