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School Choice: Pro and Con, 2005.
A discussion of the pros and cons of school choice.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, $ 53.95
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The paper examines the subject of school choice. After quantifying what school choice is, the paper discusses whether this should be accepted by the legislature, by schools and by parents and whether it is the best decision for children. The paper further analyses how it affects the way children learn. A further question of whether school choice will result in needy children or children from minorities being segregated, as this could mean they attend schools with little funding and few opportunities, is addressed.
From the Paper
"Choice is everywhere in American education" (School Choice Facts). When a person stops to think about school choice, he or she will realize that school choice is quite common to every parent. Parents decide where they want their children to go to school and move into the residential areas where those schools are located (School Choice Facts). Sometimes this means paying high costs of rent, but it is worth it to the parents. Some parents make the decision whether to send their children to private school. This means that parents decide the cost of the private school is worth paying fees, books, and other costs. Some parents decide to home school and mothers often decide not to work so they can teach their children at home. All of these involve school choice. School choice is not new. Different countries have tried programs similar to what the U.S. calls school choice."
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Pro-Choice or Pro-Life?, 2004.
A philosophical approach to the abortion debate.
2,065 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper examines the philosophical and moral consequences of the choice to abort a child and leans to the pro-life side by arguing that it is morally harmful to terminate someone's life and alienate the opinions and role of the father in the act.
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"Utilitarianism is a theory that states action is perceived as right or wrong depending on the consequences of that action (Boss, 2004). Utilitarianism should not be considered because it fails to take seriously the distinction between persons. Different people have different needs and different goals. Utilitarianism alienates us from our personal responsibility for our actions, but also from our moral sentiments and conscience (Boss, 2004). It is hard to say whether we can say that not have an abortion is for the greater good of the community because in some cultures, like China it is not considered bad and is encouraged to keep the population down."
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Pro-Choice vs. Pro-Life, 2001.
This paper explores the debate on the issue of abortion in the United States.
1,370 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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The paper reviews the debate between the anti-abortion movement - "National Right to Life Committee" and the pro-abortion group - "National Abortion and Reproductive Rights Action League".
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"Every year for the past 28 years, Washington D.C. has been invaded twice yearly by two opposing forces; the Pro-Choice advocates and the Pro-Life lobby. Since the 1973 Roe vs. Wade Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion in the United States, these two opposite sides have actively campaigned to either reverse this decision or have it upheld and strengthened, respectively. Two of these interest groups have gone so far as to establish Capitol Hill offices to promote their agendas- The National Abortion and Reproductive Rights League and the National Right to Life Committee."
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Pro's and Con's of Affirmative Action, 2005.
Discusses the pro's and con's of affirmative action.
1,840 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 63.95
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This paper discusses the pro's and con's of affirmative action, particularly with regard to employment and education. It discusses the purpose of Affirmative Action, and issues of discrimination and reverse discrimination.
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"Affirmative Action purports to be a method for achieving equal employment opportunity for minorities normally discriminated against in hiring based on race ethnicity gender or other exclusionary criteria..."
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Normalizing Trade with Cuba: Pro and Con, 2002.
This paper examines the case for normalizing US trade with Cuba.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 35.95
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Pro: The embargo has not undermined the regime. It is denying opportunities to US business. It could be a key 'olive branch' in assembling a world anti-terrorism coalition. Con: Cuba continues to deny civil rights and democracy to its people. The US has a moral obligation to Cuban refugees.
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Pro's and Con's of Bilingual Education, 2007.
This paper examines various opinions and research on bilingual education in the United States.
2,458 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 74.95
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This paper investigates bilingual educational, and evidence that both supports and undermines specific didactic methods. Problems with bilingual education are also be addressed. Special attention is paid to bilingual immersion as a language acquisition tool, and is compared with other bilingual education methods. Additionally, the discussion addresses key issues regarding the failures and problems in bilingual education in the state of California.
Methods in Bilingual Education
Problems and Failures in Bilingual Education
Conclusions
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"There is significant need for effective methods in the teaching of America's growing number of English learners, students who must learn English as a second language. Estimates cite 4.6 million English learners in American public schools in 2000-2001 (Rodriguez, & Higgins 2005). Immense effort and research has addressed this problem, yet many students still struggle. The current status of English learner debate centers on the positive and negative aspects of bilingual programs versus programs that do not use a student's native language in instruction. To be considered a bilingual program, a method must incorporate both the English language and native language of the student into the school instruction. Bilingual programs come in many forms, with varying levels of native language use and English use. Depending on implementation methods and structure, bilingual programs also have varying levels of success."
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Abortion - Pro-Life vs. Pro-Choice, 2002.
Discussion of the issues on both sides of the abortion debate.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper is on pro-life vs. Pro-choice of abortion. Abortion laws date back to the early 19th Century. Most abortions became illegal during the 20th Century.
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Pro-Life or Pro-Choice?, 2000.
This paper considers both sides of the abortion debate and the ethics surrounding each viewpoint.
1,115 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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The paper discusses the continuing pro-life versus pro-choice arguments surrounding abortion in the United States. It examines both sides of the debate including the ethics involved. It shows that the notion of legal abortion as a necessary evil is based on a series of myths widely disseminated since the 1960s. These myths captured the public mind and have yet to be rebutted. It shows as an example of one of these myths, where it is believed that one to two million illegal abortions occurred annually before abortion legalization, when in actual fact there were far fewer.
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"It seems that Americans want to oppose abortion and yet keep it legal. The public debate on this subject has reached an impasse, yet the issue continues to be debated (Kavanaugh 1997). While there is little change in public opinion, it does not mean that the abortion issue is going to lessen in intensity any time soon. There are many reasons for this, but the abortion issue is not going to recede in intensity any time in the near future. While there are many reasons for this, the most important might be simply that "the majority of Americans morally disapprove of the majority of abortions currently performed," as University of Virginia sociologist James Hunter concludes in his path-breaking 1994 book, Before the Shooting Begins: Searching Jar Democracy in America's Culture Wars."
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Pro-Life and Pro-Choice Groups, 1999.
Analyzes the groups based on social movement theory. Discusses Composition, organization, priorities, goals and leadership.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 8 sources, $ 39.95
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"American society produces numerous social movements to address perceived problems affecting segments of the population or the population as a whole. For a social movement to occur, the following must take place: 1) some members of society must share a grievance they want to correct; 2) they must have hope and think there is a possibility of success; 3) there is often a precipitating event that ignites these grievances and convinces the people that the time for action has arrived; 4) people are recruited through a network of attachments.
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"American society produces numerous social movements to address perceived problems affecting segments of the population or the population as a whole. For a social movement to occur, the following must take place: 1) some members of society must share a grievance they want to correct; 2) they must have hope and think there is a possibility of success; 3) there is often a precipitating event that ignites these grievances and convinces the people that the time for action has arrived; 4) people are recruited through a network of attachments. For a social movement to succeed, the following must occur: 1) it must achieve an effective mobilization of people and resources; 2) it must withstand or overcome external opposition; 3) the fate of the movement depends on enlisting external allies from other major groups; 4) the movement will tend to be embodied in ..."
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Pro-Choice on Abortion, 2005.
An opinion paper which argues for the pro-choice aspect of abortion.
2,285 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper begins with an overview on the definition of abortion. Second, the demographics of which groups of women have abortions are discussed. Finally, the reasons why a pro-choice stance on abortion is the correct stance is provided.
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Introduction
Abortion Defined
Who Has Abortions
Support for the Pro-Choice Alternative
Pro-Choice and Instances of Rape
Pro-Choice and Instances of Incest
Pro-Choice and Illegal and Unsafe Abortions
Pro-Choice and Medically Risky Pregnancies
Pro-Choice and Poverty
Pro-Choice and Drug Abusers
Pro-Choice and a Woman's Right to Life, Liberty and Freedom
Pro-Choice and Both Sides of the Political Fence
Pro-Choice and Religious Freedom
Conclusion
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"It is the status of the fetus that appears to be at the center of the controversy. In the first trimester of pregnancy, an "embryo is clearly pre-human; only the mystical notions of religious dogma treat this clump of cells as constituting a person" (Peikoff). And, with this infliction of religious beliefs on others, as mentioned earlier, begins the slippery slope to infringing on others religious freedom."
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Pro-Choice, 2006.
An overview and analysis of the controversial issues of abortion and an argument in favor of pro-choice.
3,613 words (approx. 14.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 100.95
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This paper begins by presenting a great deal of background information on the topic of abortion, including statistics on various aspects of abortion, a discussion of illegal or unsafe abortions, political positions regarding abortions and the role of planned parenthood. After reviewing and analyzing this information, the paper concludes that the real pro-life position is the position taken by the pro-choice movement rather than the position taken by opponents of abortion.
Table of Contents
Introduction
An Overview of Abortion
Abortion Statistics
Illegal and/or Unsafe Abortions
Medical Groups that Oppose Obstacles to Abortion
Abortion and Both Sides of the Political Fence
Planned Parenthood and Abortion
Pro-Choice Opinion
Conclusion
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"Abortion is perhaps one of the most emotionally charged debates this country has endured for decades. Two diametrically opposed positions have continued to butt heads over the topic, despite legislation and legal rulings that should have ended the debate years ago. Yet, the fact that the issue is so intertwined with religious and moral beliefs has supercharged the topic to a point that neither side can let go. And, therefore, the debate continues."
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Tthe Pro-Choice Movement, 2002.
Presents the history of the pro-choice movement and the broader issues of women's civil rights associated with the movement.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 8 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper examines some of the historical events, which are known as landmarks in American abortion history, and which have reshaped the pro-choice movements.
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The Pro-Choice Double Standard, 2006.
A paper arguing that the agenda of the pro-life side of the abortion debate discriminates against women of color and lower income brackets.
1,113 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This essay asserts that in the broader issue of reproductive rights, pro-life strategists apply a double standard when it comes to minorities and their reproductive rights. The paper maintains that when the focus is changed from abortion to broader reproductive freedom, the pro-life advocates apply race and class criteria that distinguish between the rights of white, middle-class women and low-income women of color. The paper further asserts that pro-life activists advocate policies that discourage childbearing by depriving low-income women of the means to support a child and that the pro-life movement has sought to discourage women on welfare from becoming pregnant by punishing them when they bear children.
From the Paper
"These policies designed to control the child-bearing of poor women are but the latest in a series of practices that date back to the eugenics movement of the 19th century, which promoted, racial theories of "fitness" and "unfitness." During this time of a significantly declining birth rate within the white population, politicians and eugenicists raised the specter of white "race suicide." The eugenics movement, which was adopted briefly by the birth control movement in the early 20th century, advocated a higher birthrate for white, middle class, "fit" women and a lower birthrate (aided by birth control) for poor women, especially poor "unfit" women of color and immigrant women."
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Pro-choice Position On Abortion, 1989.
Examines personal freedom, self-determination, [Roe v. Wade], public good, role of government. Counters anti-abortion view.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 7 sources, $ 47.95
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"This paper will argue in favor of the pro-choice point of view in the current abortion issue. A movement has recently developed in America in which members of various fundamentalist Christian and right-wing conservative groups are seeking to outlaw the practice of abortion. One such group, known as "Operation Rescue," has sought to dramatize this issue by blockading women's health and family-planning clinics. At the same time, pro-choice rallies across the United States have begun to attract hundreds of thousands of participants who want to protect women's rights to legal abortion. Indeed, the right to choose whether or not to have an abortion has been a constitutional right for women in the United States since the 1973 Supreme Court decision in the Roe v. Wade case "extended the protection of the Constitution to women's right to an abortion."."
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Choice-based Education Reform, 2005.
This paper discusses choice-based education reform designed to ensure that under-privileged individuals receive a good education.
5,660 words (approx. 22.6 pages), 35 sources, MLA, $ 137.95
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This paper explains that the most promising systemic educational reform plan involves school choice, a school system that allows parents to select which school their children attend, thus giving parents the freedom to move their children out of ineffective schools while at the same time motivating the ineffective schools to improve. The author stresses that the government should only open the school choice program to families who 1) demonstrate economic need and 2) whose children would be assigned to an inadequate public school. The paper states that an effective educational system based on choice must include religious schools among the choice options.
Table of Contents
The Significance of Education
School Reform Efforts
School Finance Reform
Reform Plans Involving Forms of School Choice
Inter-district Transfer Plans and Controlled Choice
School Choice Systems in Milwaukee and Cleveland
Barriers to Choice-based Education Reform
Legal Obstacles to School Choice
A Pyrrhic Desegregation Policy
Political Barriers to School Reform
Conclusion: Constructing a Feasible School Choice System
Overcoming Legal Barriers
Religious "Choice" Schools
Designing a School Choice System
Targeted Participation
Maximum Number of Available Options
Funding School Choice
The Choice Process
Evaluating a School Choice System
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"Ironically, reform efforts to ensure equal educational opportunity have faced opposition from interests pursuing a strict desegregation enforcement policy. Some of these proponents of a strict desegregation policy have confused the means with the ends in providing for equal education through the desegregation doctrine established in Brown. The reasoning by the Court in "Brown" implied that the purpose of integration was to ensure that racial minorities received an equal educational opportunity: "We come then to the question presented: Does segregation of children in public schools solely on the basis of race, even though the physical facilities and other "tangible" factors may be equal, deprive the children of the minority group of equal educational opportunities?" This implies that equal "tangible" factors are necessary elements of an equal educational opportunity."
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