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An Exam Evaluation, 2008.
This paper critically evaluates the Dalian Maple Leaf EFL Exit Exam of July 2002.
4,475 words (approx. 17.9 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 117.95
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The paper relates that various styles of test methods and test items have been developed over the years in order to measure the levels of
knowledge that a learner has attained. The paper critically looks at an exam given at an International High School in China, the Dalian Maple Leaf International School Exit Exam. The paper assesses test items and questions with regard to their validity and reliability, offers suggestions on how the exam could be improved and presents a final assessment of the quality of this exam.
Outline:
Introduction
Dalian Maple Leaf International School
Dalian Maple Leaf International School Exit Exam - Part A
Dalian Maple Leaf International School Exit Exam - Part B
Exam Results
Test Method Facets with Relation to DMLIS Exit Exam
Purpose of the DMLIS Exit Exam
Conclusion
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"Dalian Maple Leaf International School (DMLIS) is a privately owned and funded International High School with approximately 800 students in the coastal city of Dalian, Liaoning Province, China. As of this writing, DMLIS has the only agreement with another country of any school in China to provide a joint high school education to its students. The agreement is with the Provincial Government of British Columbia, Canada and specifies that for the sophomore, junior and senior grades of high school, the British Columbian curriculum will be taught in English with Chinese classes in Mandarin, Geography, History and Political Science. Upon successful completion of their senior year, a student would receive a joint Chinese-Canadian high school diploma that would be recognized at many post-secondary institutions in Canada. As many students at DMLIS are interested in post-secondary education abroad, this diploma has great appeal."
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Effectiveness of High School Exit Exams, 2008.
A review of lawsuits casting doubt on the workability and effectiveness of high school exit exams.
2,014 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 63.95
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The paper discusses lawsuits and the effectiveness of high school exit exams. The paper specifically addresses the problem of the California High School where the student drop out rate is high. The paper highlights lawsuits by students for varying reasons, that resulted in the implementation of the California High School Exit Exams (CAHSEE). The paper concludes with suggestions and ideas to effectively deal with the problem.
Outline:
Introduction
CAHSEE
Outcomes
Lawsuits
Discussion
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"The California High School Exit Exam is one of many state-specific educational schemes given impetus by the No Child Left behind Act (NCLB), which was enacted by the national legislature in 2001 to reduce the dropout rates and narrow the perceived achievement gap among high school students all over the US. A priority concern of NCLB is the increasing number of special education students who lag behind in academic achievement because of physical and cultural handicaps. Students with physical disabilities and those with ethnic roots, that altogether comprise 35 percent of the public high school population in California (Greene & Winters, 2004), have the highest dropout rate and the lowest ranking in academic achievement and expectations because of poverty and lack of language skills. The NCLB mandated the adoption of testing schemes to ensure that the public school system benefits all students and non-performing public schools improve their instruction. CAHSEE was California's response to the measure, which has similarity in content to other schemes established in about half of the American states. There are a dozen other smaller programs, including the school choice initiative and the voucher-and-charter school scheme in which students are allowed to leave public schools for better performing private ones, with appropriate assistance (Forster, 2006). In all, the common goal is to forge a 100 percent passing rate for all public high school students so no one is deprived of the opportunity to pursue a college degree. "
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SAT Exam, 2004.
A discussion of the pros and cons of using the SAT exam as a means of testing a student's abilities.
4,133 words (approx. 16.5 pages), 19 sources, MLA, $ 110.95
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This paper begins with a history of the SAT exam, originally named the Scholastic Aptitude Test, and now called Standardized Tests. The paper then looks at those educators who approve of the exam as a fair and decent means of testing one's aptitude against another student. The writer then offers some counter-arguments, including subjectivity, unfairness, and racial bias.
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"Due to the fact that college admission officers do not have the knowledge of who has been imbibed the coaching and who has not undertaken the course, they cannot make a fair comparison of two applicant?s marks. Test creators give a nod to the fact that high school grade point average (GPA) or class rank are the superior foreseers of the first year marks, in spite of the vast difference among high schools and courses. Again it has been criticized that as women attain higher marks than men in college, the SAT does not give credit to the grades achieved by women (Rosser, 1989). Critics argue that because the experiences of women students are often hugely different from their male associates, it can be anticipated that foreseers of their academic brilliance will differ from that of the men."
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CPA, GRE & DAT Exams, 2007.
A discussion of the well-known standardized tests used in the US, the CPA, GRE and DAT.
2,338 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 71.95
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This paper explores the use, significance and validity of the well-known standardized tests, the CPA, GRE and DAT. Each test is examined individually with a discussion of how its results affect the student. The paper summarizes the findings of the research, stating that all three of these exams are for professional students seeking to enhance their careers and, as a result, will have stricter educational and test-center location requirements.
Outline:
Introduction
The CPA Exam
Background of the CPA Exam
The GRE Exam
Background of the GRE
The DAT Exam
Background of the DAT
Conclusion
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"The Uniform CPA Examination is the examination that individuals must pass in order to get licensed as Certified Public Accountants in the United States, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and Guam. In order to take the examination, individuals must meet the requirements for education, experience, and knowledge and most states require 150 credits at a university. One such educational requirement is that if the initial application for examination is made prior to February 15, 2000, the candidate must have obtained a baccalaureate or equivalent degree conferred by an accredited school with a concentration in accounting or its equivalent. Additionally, another requirement is that a qualified candidate shall submit an application on Board approved forms with the required documentation. An applicant for certification shall have fiscal integrity and no history of acts involving dishonesty or acts which would constitute a violation of the rule regarding good moral character."
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High School Exit Exams, 2004.
An essay arguing in favor of California s High School Exit Exam.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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This paper takes the position that California's High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) should be mandatory for all high school seniors in order to receive a diploma.
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"Declining performance at many of the nation's public schools resulted in federal legislation known as the No Child Left Behind Act. The legislation holds public schools and educators to higher standards of accountability for student performance. Results of performance at public schools are related to the amount of federal funding provided to schools and school districts based on measures of accountability. In the wake of such legislation many states have begun implementing high school exit exams. The California High School Exit Exam contains..."
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Japanese History Exam Preparation, 2005.
A discussion of three questions and appropriate responses in preparation for a Japanese History Exam.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses the responses to three thematic posed questions on the origins of Japanese bureaucracy, the arrival of the warrior as symbol of legitimate political authority, and the significance of the Onin War. Together, these responses show important gaps between an imperial center and life in the provinces, Buddhist elite culture and Shinto popular culture; a formal shogunate versus local warlords/armies, and what must have seem a forever week imperial civil/divine power, and an effective martial power, in the same society.
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"Question I. The production of an imperial Japanese bureaucracy owed to changes from kofun Japan's clans in the provinces, and the Nara period's establishment of an imperial capital removed from rural areas. The rise of bureaucracy is often associated with the Nara period but one sees that its development was a longer process that continued past the Nara period. In 710 AD, Nara was the capital but the imperial residence moved to Kyoto in 794, where it remained until 1868. In the 10th century, the emperors disappeared from the public, leaving administration to others. "
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Graduate Record Exam, 2003.
A study of the degree to which Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores can predict success in graduate school.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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This paper examines how accurately GRE scores predict success in graduate school. The paper reviews several studies on this subject. The paper focuses on studies done in single institutions, and larger analyses incorporating the results of many studies. Based on these studies, the paper concludes that the GRE is a good predictor of success in graduate school.
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"All graduate programs endeavor to attract the best students and one of the major criteria used to decide whether or not to admit a student to a graduate program is the Graduate Record Examination GRE score. Many programs have cut-off scores..."
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Breast Self-Exams, 1999.
Discusses the need for an increase in breast self-examination to be included in patient teaching among nurses.
2,200 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 68.95
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This paper is presented in the form of a literature review to describe the relationship between demographics of nursing students, personal background, and clinical significance for teaching needs of breast self-examination. The study focuses on the nurse and her ability to influence patients and their performance of an exam, which is considered so important.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction to Breast Self-Exam Awareness
Introduction of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Chapter 2 - Literature Related to Breast Self-Exam Awareness
The Research Question
Review of Literature
Chapter 3 - Methodology
Variables
Subjects and Setting
Study Design (Conceptual Framework)
Procedure for Collecting Data
Instrumentation and Scoring Procedure
Chapter 4 - Analyses of the Findings
Results for Research Question
Presentation of the Findings
Chapter 5 - Summary and Conclusions
Summary of the Study
Interpretation of the Findings
Conclusions and Generalizations
Comparison to Current Literature
Implications for Nursing
Limitations for the Study
Recommendations for Future Research
References
Appendixes
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"Even more research suggests that many things that nurses do or can do can positively influence their patient?s practice of SBE. Dana Rutledge published Factors Related to Women?s Practice of Breast Self-Examination in Nursing Research in 1987. Concluded in this article was that women who believed they were performing BSE correctly were more likely to perform them on a regular basis. This fact means that nurses play an important role in this factor. By correctly teaching their patients BSE, patients can be greatly influenced to not only practice the exams but increase their performance of the exam on a regular basis."
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Serial Killers, 2003.
An overview of personality traits of serial killers based on interviews and research.
6,199 words (approx. 24.8 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 145.95
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This research project is based on case studies that were already conducted by other people. The case studies consist of interviews with the serial killer, a review of the court proceedings, and an evaluation of psychiatric exams. After reviewing the literature, a hypothesis is developed. The hypothesis that is evaluated in this project is that serial killers hold some traits that are common among all of them. By analyzing the data, the writer determines if the hypothesis is correct.
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"When identifying potential future serial killers, looking towards the business world may be an option. Psychopaths often make successful businessmen or world leaders. These businessmen can ?kill? in other ways, through business deals for example. Not all psychopaths are motivated to kill, but if these certain individuals have had their share of perceived injustices and rejection, murder might seem like a natural choice to make."
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Cavity Detection Technology, 2008.
This paper explores the saliva test, quantitative light fluorescence and digital radiography as improvements in dental technology and cavity detection.
1,357 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper describes new technology for predicting and preventing dental cavities. The paper first discusses the caries assessment and risk evaluation (CARE) exam, which tests saliva in order to predict future cavities in children. The paper then looks at quantitative light fluorescence, which can identify a problematic area even before it becomes a cavity and advanced digital technology that help dentists find cavities in more cases. The paper concludes that while digital technology and quantitative light fluorescence enable earlier detection of cavities and therefore earlier treatment for patients, ultimately the saliva test is the simplest, least expensive and potentially most revolutionary.
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"Recent dental research has tended to stress the treatment of cavities. But exciting new research has begun to focus on the prevention and early detection of problematic areas in patient's mouths. Because of the need for early detection of cavities, innovations in saliva testing for problematic teeth, quantitative light fluorescence, and digital radiography are equally, if not more important as other areas of research. Because of these new innovations, recent statistical trends in cavity prevalence in young children may decline within our lifetimes."
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Medical Geriatric Case Study, 2006.
This paper is a medical case of a 66 year old male, referred for home care evaluation due to poly-pharmacy and multiple medical conditions with poor control.
3,965 words (approx. 15.9 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 107.95
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This paper indicates that the patient's past medical history includes poorly controlled type 2 diabetes and hypertension and significant obesity; however, at the home visit, he was in no apparent distress. The author points out that the Calgary Family Assessment Model (CFAM) is a method of providing a thorough family assessment in a healthcare setting, utilizing three major categories: 1) The structural dimension of family life, 2) the developmental dimension of the family life and 3) the functional dimension of the family life. The paper concludes that, on the surface, it would seem that all the pathology in this family lies solely in the range of the patient's medical problems; however, the Calgary Assessment Model indicates that many of the issues surrounding his poor diabetic control, weight gain and high blood pressure were related to family dynamics and lack of education surrounding disease state and disease management.
Table of Contents
Presenting Problem
Past Medical History
Past Surgical History
Review of Systems
Current Medications
Social History
Objective Data
HEENT
CV
Neuro
GU/Rectal
Mental Status Exam
Assessment
Plan
Calgary Family Assessment Model (CFAM)
Calgary Family Intervention Model
Problem List and Discussion
Relative Lack of Knowledge of Diabetes
Relative Lack of Knowledge of Hypertension
Relative Social Isolation
Critique of the Calgary Assessment Model
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"Home visit was accomplished on 2 April 2005. The visit was accomplished in the midmorning and present at the visit were the patient, Mr. Schelley, his wife of 40 years, Mrs. Annette Schelley, and their 38 year old son, Thomas, who lives in the household with Mr. and Mrs. Schelley. The family lives in a 1200 square foot ranch house in a middle class neighborhood. It is a two bedroom, one bathroom house purchased by the Schelley's five years ago when Mr. Schelley took early retirement from a local manufacturing plant. Thomas returned home about a year ago after separating from his wife. He is currently unemployed and living in the extra bedroom. His presence in the house is a source of significant stress and the cause of many arguments between Mr. and Mrs. Schelley. This write-up was done from information obtained over the course of two home visits.."
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Metacognition and Problem Solving, 2007.
This paper discusses the use of metacognition and problem solving to assist students in passing the New York English Language arts (ELA) exam.
2,007 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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The paper relates that metacognition demonstrates a manner in which people learn through being conscious of the way they think about problems and their proposed solutions. The paper addresses a group of novice fourth graders who need to demonstrate competency on the New York English Language arts (ELA) competency exam. The paper provides clear examples of the ways in which instructors can guide children through the process of metacognition so they will be able to successfully pass the ELA exam.
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"Each grade group, 2-4 included, is given a set of curriculum skills that will address this transition as each group is guided through the skills they will need to be able to problem solve the ELA questions. Reading, writing, listening and speaking are all given particular emphasis as demonstrations of manners in which metacognition can be utilized. The instructor can then guide the novice through a set of steps that might be involved in each task. One example would be instructor guidance through the process of library research beginning with knowledge maps and graphic organizers that detail the metacognitive processes of formulating a description of the kind of information they want and need and then following a step by step process to find such information.
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Succeeding on the Science Praxis, 2007.
This paper describes the Praxis science exam used for teacher certification.
1,851 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 8 sources, $ 59.95
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This paper describes the format and content of the Praxis science test, which most states in the US require for teacher certification. The paper further suggests strategies for students to prepare for the exam, such as how to anticipate correct answers and using the study manual. The paper is divided according to each section of the test and examines each section's specific content.
Outline:
Introduction
Test-Taking Strategies
Physical Science
Life Sciences
Earth Sciences
Conclusion
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"The content area of the Praxis II Science test consists of multiple choice and constructed-response questions. Every time a student takes a Praxis test, the questions will be will be multiple choice and constructed-response questions, but every time, the questions will be different., Nevertheless, the questions will always test the same areas and domains within the subject content area. There are several strategies that can be applied to improve the chance of answering the multiple choice questions correctly. As the teacher candidate is preparing to take the Science content area test of the Praxis II, the following strategies can help improve the student's chance of correctly answering the questions. "
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Standardized Testing, 2002.
An examination of ?The Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System? exams.
1,420 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper examines the issue of standardized testing, focusing specifically on ?The Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System? exams, in the United States, which are given from the elementary levels through to high school levels and are supposed to test a student comprehensively, across all learning areas from math to science to reading to writing. The writer looks at the problems and fairness of standardized tests such as this one and questions whether intelligence should really be tested in a democracy.
From the Paper
?It is one of the great contradictions in American society: We preach equality and then try to find as many ways as possible of demonstrating inequality. Essential to the heart of any democracy is a belief in the essential equality of all citizens ? before the law and in the ballot booth at least. And it is also a fundamental tenet of Christianity (in this mainly Christian country) that we are all equal in the eyes of God.And yet, we all also know that this is not true, that we are not all equal. Some of us are smarter than our neighbors, and some more virtuous and some more mentally stable. And many of those people who consider themselves to be among the smarter, better, saner portion yearn to be able to prove this fact, possibly to themselves and no doubt in many cases to the world at large.?
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The Graduation Examination Controversy, 2002.
Presents both sides of the controversy surrounding graduation exams in the U.S.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 44.95
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Graduation exams are common to other industrialized nations, but their opponents in the U.S. have accused test writers of racism, since students of color and from poor families routinely test lower than majority, middle-class students. The paper argues for enriching students' time outside of school, rather than intimidating them with tests.
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