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Multi-Age Classes, 2002.
An overview of multi-age classes and a discussion on whether they foster an equal learning environment.
4,132 words (approx. 16.5 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 110.95
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This paper examines the concept of multi-age classes to overcome the idea that grade-defined instruction may not adequately meet the needs of heterogeneous groups of children due to differing levels of ability. It looks at the advantages of these classes and analyzes, through a literature review, how this type of classroom measures up in comparison to the traditional, grade-defined classroom and whether it benefits or hinders the learning experiences of students.
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"Multi-age classrooms often involve activities that promote cooperative learning, in which groups of students of various ages are formed and work on projects together. For instance, a teacher covering a unit on forests may have mixed-age student groups, say ages 6 to 8, work on class presentations, in which 6 year olds make posters of pictures of plants and animals found in the forest, 7 year olds write stories about things that happen in the forest, and 8 year olds discuss how plants on the forest floor grow due to photosynthesis. These groups of multi-age students would then be encouraged to organize class presentations containing the work of students of all ages. This type of learning situation would allow children to grow academically and socially through learning interactions with others of various ages."
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Multi-Age Teaching Settings, 2002.
This paper reviews three educational theories to support the classroom technique of multi-age teaching settings.
1,160 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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This paper compares and contrasts the educational theories of Dewey, Walker, Soltis and Montessori. The author details of the concept of multi-age teaching settings, children of different ages and levels hearing the same presentation and then breaking into age specific activities. The author concludes that this concept can be implemented easily with only the cost of the training seminars.
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"Dewey?s educational theory is easily applied to multi age teaching because it builds on the environment of each student, which in turn allows them to learn at their level within their own capabilities. To take the theory of multi age learning through these theories one step further one does not even have to divide the projects by age. One can simply present all of the project choices and let the students choose which one they want to tackle individually."
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Class, Class Cleavages and Mao, 2002.
This paper examines Mao's analysis of Chinese class structure.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 53.95
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Two elemental texts on class by Mao are considered and compared to J B Starr's analysis of Mao's concepts of class. Additionally the actual class structure of contemporary China is also compared to Mao's analysis.
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Differing Social Classes, 2001.
This paper analyzes four aspects by which people are easily divided into classes - sex, income, race and education. It attempts to show which lessons can be learned from these stereotypes.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 7 sources, $ 57.95
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The purpose of this paper is to introduce, discuss, and analyze the differences in four social classes: lower, working, middle, and upper, based on income, race, sex, and education and to show how these clear divisions in society lead to stereotypes, social expectations and limitations.
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"Differences in each of the four classes are marked when income is the factor differentiating them. 11.3 per cent of Americans live in poverty, and can be considered part of the lower and working classes. In the U.S. today, 16 percent of the population falls into the "lower" class. Thirty-eight per cent fall into the "working," or "blue-collar" class. Forty-four per cent fall into the "middle" and "upper middle" class, and 2 per cent fall into the "upper" class. The lower and often working classes are often characterized as less educated. They tend to live in urban areas, and do not own their own homes. The middle and upper classes tend to own their own homes, often are two-career couples by choice, and usually live in less urban and more rural areas or suburbs of larger cities. They are usually better educated than the lower and working classes, often with advanced college degrees."
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Middle and Working Classes in Victorian England, 2002.
This paper discusses the different advances during the mid-Victorian era that suppressed the revolt of the working class, a class that experienced much hardship.
2,032 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 64.95
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The working class in Victorian England did not revolt due to the constant reform and leisure opportunities mostly provided by the middle class. This paper deals with such topics as family support, faith, and the overall improvement of urban Britain that appeased the working class.
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"During the time-period known by most historians as the Industrial Revolution, a great change overtook British culture. Aside from the political and economic change which occurred, a profound social modification became apparent. The population was seeking to better their lives and sought employment in newly-formed industries. Many of the workers which included women and children, labored through twelve hour work shifts, with poor sustenance, deprived living conditions and were completing monotonous tasks. However, in all of this chaos, the middle class and working class never revolted. This essay will address the reasons of how and why the middle class/factory owners began to care about the working class and the conditions in which they lived."
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Classes and Intelligence, 2007.
An in-depth discussion of whether children should be assigned to classes on the basis of their intelligence.
2,500 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 75.95
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This paper explores the allocation or assignment of children to different classes on the basis of intelligence. The paper discusses the numerous practical and pedagogical reasons for this process of differentiation and assignment. Yet, the paper shows the many counter arguments which tend to emphasize the advantage of an inclusive and heterogeneous class situation. The paper reveals that these arguments are dependent to a great degree on the meaning and the application of the term 'intelligence'. The paper concludes that there is more in favor of not assigning classes on the basis of intelligence.
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Abstract
Introduction
The Advantage of Whole-Class Teaching
Assignment According to Intelligence
Conclusion
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"Many educational theorists refer to fundamental and basic premises that pertain to all of education. This ideal of education can be seen to encompass the promotion of the ethos of democracy and is related to the fact that it encourages channels of communication at different levels and facilitates purposeful and fruitful interaction between various elements of our complex society. Education in its idealized form is seen as breaking down barriers of both communication and misunderstanding between children and generating hope for the future."
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Parenting Communication Skills Classes, 2004.
This paper is a complete research project studying the effectiveness of one parenting communication skills class for parents who were court-mandated to attend such classes because of child abuse.
1,345 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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This paper reports that the study offers limited value due to the number of participants (n=12), no reliability or validity of the self-administered questionnaires, and participants had to be able to read and write English; nonetheless, a questionnaire is included so that a study with a large sample can yield more valid results, and other social workers can adapt the study to their own needs. The author points out that parenting programs can be effective, but some people believe that parenting programs are most effective as preventive measures. The paper suggests parenting programs need to be tailored to the specific population it is intended to serve. Table and graphs.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Literature Review
Need for Interventions
Effectiveness of Parenting Programs
Research Question
Research Hypothesis
Methodology/Procedure
Results
Demographic Characteristics
Study Limitations
Discussion and Conclusion
Implications for Social Work Practice
Appendix
Letters
Questionnaire
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"The participants in this study consisted of the opportunist sample of 12 parents. Four out of 12 were in voluntary attendance. Overall a sample of 83 % female (n=10), and 17 % male (n=2). The mode was 35 mean age of the sample was 35 years (standard deviation (aD)= 6.807). Five out of 12 participants completed High School; four out of 12 did not complete High School; two out of 12 participants completed some college and one participant held at least one college degree. Other demographics dissipated on the graphs below."
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The Basics of C++ Classes, 2000.
A guide to the use of this powerful programming language.
2,300 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 0 sources, $ 70.95
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Table of Contents
Introduction & Prerequisites
What are objects and classes?
Object Oriented Programming
Structured Programming and Reusable code
Real-world modeling
Example Walkthrough
C++ Class syntax
Writing a basic class
Syntax for creating objects
Class Members
Implementing class members into a C++ class
Accessing class members from a derived object
Data Encapsulation
Access specifiers
Class Functions
Implementing class functions into a C++ class
Accessing functions of an object
Constructors and Destructors
Revisiting encapsulation ? Accessor methods
Glossary
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Part of what makes C++ such a powerful programming language is the concept of classes and objects. To fully utilize the power and reusability of C++, it is important to understand classes and objects. This document will discuss all of the basic concepts of C++ class understanding and implementation by breaking the process down into its individual concepts, and explaining each of them.
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Social Classes in "Hard Times", 2003.
Examines social classes and stereotypes in the world of Charles Dickens' novel "Hard Times".
1,493 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper argues that the stereotypical characters in "Hard Times" by Charles Dickens are part of an overall scheme to develop a theme and message about social classes. The paper argues that while it may seem like the characters are unrealistic, they play a part in something larger and more significant. How realistic they are does not seem so important when one realizes that they serve to teach us something about class structure.
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"When Gradgrind realizes how he has hurt his two oldest children, he vows to change his ways and be a better person. It is important to notice that the upper-class male thought he knew everything and what was best for everyone, but it is the underprivileged young female that teaches his family what is actually important. Dickens is using this contrast in social classes that begins in the first chapters, to tie to the end of the novel with an important lesson."
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The Popularity of Negotiation Classes in Business Courses, 2006.
A discussion regarding ratio of negotiation classes to any other subject, in business schools.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses the theory according to Thompson and Leonardelli as to why there are more courses on negotiation being offered at business schools than courses on any other subject, with the exemption of core requirement classes, but also including non-degree and executive courses. According to this paper, Thompson and Leonardelli theorize that the combination of academia and business application has created the perfect breeding ground for negotiation theory and practice. Add to this the fact that negotiation is one of the more elusive skills for business people who often have the mindset that they need to look after their best interests, and one can begin to understand the need for training, in this area.
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Freshman Composition Classes, 2005.
A look at the challenges that must be overcome when teaching revision and editing techniques in freshman composition classes.
2,267 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 18 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper explains the importance of knowing how to write well and how to revise and edit well. The paper describes the difficulties most students face when they are asked to revise a paper they have written and why separating the writer's ego from the revision process is a prerequisite to good editing skills. The paper also looks at current methods for teaching revision and editing skills and suggests alternatives to these methods. Finally, two case studies are discussed in the paper.
Introduction
Revision and Editing: Difficulties
Revision and Editing: Advantages
Revision and Editing: Realities
Current Teaching Methods
New Ideas
Case Study - Actual
Case Study Method
Student One
Student Two
Corrective Methodology
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"The eager freshman English writer comes to the process of composition with many pre-conceived, previously successful methods for editing a first draft. A favorite teacher's well-intentioned message, a parent's unskilled assessment, or the student's own perceptions can stymie the editorial and revision process."
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Poor Classes within the United States, 2007.
An examination of the importance of race and class in defining who is poor in the United States.
857 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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This paper analyzes the issues of race and class status of the poor within the United States. It describes the marginalization of race within the United States and shows how there is a construct that denies a livable wage for those of "minority" status. The paper specifically examines how race and class are important factors in defining who is poor and who is not within the United States.
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"These statistics provide an imbalanced ratio of poor minorities in relation to the larger white population's percentage of working poor within their racial constructs. This provides a general outlook as to the way that many minorities are receiving low wage jobs, especially those jobs (mostly agrarian) that are part of the current illegal alien debate. The construct of race in American accepts the white consensus that minorities should partake in service jobs, reflecting a racist social apparatus that drives down wages for people with differing skin colors that the white milieu. This is the racial construct of poverty within America, which defines why skin color is a factor in determining the poor in this type of economy."
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Small Classes, Small Schools, 2005.
Argues that classrooms and schools should be small if they are to be places where students' personal and learning needs are met.
2,359 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 72.95
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For many years, educators have debated the effects of class size and school size on student learning. The class size debate centers on the number of students a teacher can work with effectively in any given class period. The school size issue focuses on whether smaller schools encourage optimal student learning and development and how small a "small school" must be to produce such effects. By looking at articles and texts on the subject, this paper examines why issues of class and school size have gained prominence in recent years. It looks at what the research says and finally shows what the author's experience has led him to believe about the impact of class and school size on teaching and learning.
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"When I began teaching in the early 1970s, teachers generally accepted the notion that some students had an exceptional aptitude for learning and others did not. At that time, my colleagues and I believed that as long as one-fourth of the students in a class performed exceptionally well and another half of the class did reasonably well, we were fulfilling our responsibilities as educators-even if one-fourth of the students in a class failed to learn at an acceptable level. We had been taught that the normal distribution of scores (the "bell curve") was what teachers should aim for and what we should accept as reasonable evidence of accomplishment. In the ensuing years, cognitive scientists, neurological biologists, and educators determined that all students have the capacity to learn. This new, convincing research means that no student should be left behind in the learning process."
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General Education Classes, 2007.
A personal perspective of the value of general education courses at college.
709 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 0 sources, $ 25.95
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This paper presents the writer's personal opinion regarding the value of general education classes in a university or college setting. The paper describes the benefits that the writer gained from taking courses in public speaking, sociology and general psychology. It goes on to discuss how the writer feels that the skills gained in these classes will assist her in a work environment.
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"Classes in public speaking will give me the necessary tools to communicate effectively in any setting. It is not difficult to think of a time when I may not have been comfortable speaking in front of an audience, no matter how small the group may have been. This could be a real problem later in life. Verbal communication is a necessary tool needed to get one's point across. If one does not know how to communicate effectively, there is room for misinterpretation and error. I am confident that since I have been able to take a class on public speaking my communications will be better suited to the plethora of people that I encounter. Now I am more confident when speaking in front of other people. I now know how to prepare myself for speaking engagements as well as casual conversation with friends and family. Not only is public speaking useful in increasing my communication skills it will help me to be more confident while applying for jobs, as well as communicating with current and or potential clients, supervisors, and colleagues."
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