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Single-Sex High Schools, 2005.
Research proposal for studying how students that attend single-sex high schools are affected by the lack of contact with the opposite sex.
1,016 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 35.95
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This research proposal addresses the impact that single-sex high schools have on those who attend them. The proposal includes a discussion about the problems associated with single-sex schools, as well as an examination of single-sex schools and co-ed schools. The paper examines the consequences of attending a single-sex high school and then moves on to a co-ed college in terms of academic, relationship, and human nature issues. The paper also discusses some of the drawbacks expected from attending a single-sex school and asks what the outcomes of those assumptions are. Relevant literature is reviewed and a method of study is proposed.
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"When students enter college they are expected to have both the experience and maturity to handle the venture. Students are expected to be able to interact with many different types of people from both genders. They are expected to understand how to have a platonic relationship with the opposite sex so that teams, projects and other things can be fully experienced by all of the students. It is presumed that attending coed schools leading up to the college years will prepare the students for the college experience. During high school students get crushes, learn to study with and participate in class activities with the opposite sex and generally by the time they attend college they have moved past the giggly girls of middle school or the boys who become tongue tied when faced with female companionship."
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Single-Sex High Schools, 2004.
A study proposal to examine how same-sex high schools impact the students when it comes to entering coeducational colleges.
1,015 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This research proposal addresses the impact that single-sex high schools have on those who attend them. It looks at previously published literature about single-sex high schools and offers a proposed method of study. The proposal includes a discussion about the problem as well as an examination of same-sex schools and coed schools. Moving from a single-sex high school to a coed college is examined in terms of academic, relationship, and human nature issues. It also provides a discussion about any pitfalls that are expected in attending same-sex schools.
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"One study looked at the differences in same sex soccer teams and coed soccer teams. ?The purpose of the present study was to replicate and extend Stephens and Bredemeier (1996) in two ways. First, in addition to participants in an all-girls soccer league, a sample of male and female soccer players in a coeducational league was utilized. Second, based on research linking experience in higher contact sports with lower levels of moral reasoning in sport (Bredemeier et al., 1987), age and level of contact/collision sport experience were added as a potential predictors of likelihood to aggress."
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Co-ed vs Single Sex Schooling, 2006.
This paper discusses the advantages and disadvantages of co-ed and single sex schooling for females.
3,439 words (approx. 13.8 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 97.95
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This paper analyzes the statement that culture is a catalyst for gender discrimination and that social reproduction also perpetuates gender discrimination, while others argue that culture is not a factor in gender discrimination, but rather it is socioeconomic factors that are the variables contributing to achievement.
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"Women throughout history have had "less-than-equal occupational and social status than young men" as they do in classrooms. Consequently, females who tried to benefit from a male dominated society had to "acclimate to that culture if they [were] to profit from it." Discrimination is apparent between schooling and expectations for females. Females acquire less feedback from teachers, and teachers' criteria have lower standards for females to succeed. Streitmatter goes on to prove that females perform at higher levels in same gender classes. They excel more in math, physics and calculus than females in co-ed classes because teachers' expectations are not lowered: students gain the feedback and attention needed, and same sex classes provide a safe environment for females to learn.
Co-educational classes defeat what initially they were meant to rectify; that gender would not limit the access to equal education. Calculus, math, and physics classes have been male dominated."
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Striving For Gender Equality: Single-Sex Education, 2005.
A research paper on the benefits of single-sex education for females. Brief historical and political viewpoint also included.
1,970 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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Single-sex education is beneficial to females in emotional, intellectual, and societal growth. This paper argues that single-sex classes have positively impacted females and offer a tailored style of learning. It explains that gender bias, gender discrimination, and male distraction is eliminated. Females also benefit academically and through standardized test scores.
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"The Young Women's Leadership Academy graduated its first class in June, 2001. All but one of the seniors was accepted by a four-year college; the one exception was a female who joined the Air Force. Most of those going to college also won full scholarships (Sax). The first valedictorian, Edriana Suarez, fought back tears as she spoke about the odds that the class had to overcome just to remain open. "We are underdogs," she told her graduating class. "There are many who don't expect us to win and don't want us to win. The only thing we can do about these people is that that's exactly what we are doing today," (Sax). Suarez's statement reflects the considerable amount of furor in both public and private single-sex educational spheres. However, evidence and research has outlined the positive affect of same-sex education for females. Single-sex education is beneficial to females in mental, emotional, and societal growth."
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Single-Sex Education, 2006.
This paper discusses potential changes to United States Department of Education Title IX policies, which will permit same-sex classes.
2,865 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 85.95
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This paper explains that Title IX of the civil rights statute for education banned all gender-based discrimination in education, except under extremely limited exceptions, such as physical contact sports. The author points out that single-gender schooling, which has a relatively successful model in the private sector, is one possible resolution to encourage academic achievement. The paper relates that, although there has been no conclusive research on the effectiveness of single-sex schooling experiments in limited public school districts, President George W. Bush, as a component of his "No Child Left Behind Act", has arranged a three million-dollar endowment for the establishment of single-gendered schooling. The author argues that it is most important that the quality of education and curriculum remains uniform to both sexes.
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"George W. Bush's plan to allocate almost three million dollars in an effort to create more single-sex classes necessitates a great deal of restructuring that will undoubtedly affect both the teachers and students within public school systems. Under Bush's plan, however, single-sex vocational at the K-12 level would remain outlawed. Bush's revision of Title IX is contingent upon the notion that schools will remain "evenhanded," which indicates that boys and girls must be treated equally with respect to the courses that are offered to them."
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Sex Education in High School, 2002.
A discussion of the pros and cons of sex education in high school.
2,686 words (approx. 10.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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This paper examines the issues relating to sex education programs in high school which has been a controversial subject since its inception. It evaluates how the recent increase in sexual activity among teenagers indicates that the subject should be revisited for further inspection and scrutiny. It shows how opponents of sexual education in schools argue that the subject promotes promiscuity and liberal sexual attitudes in teenage students whereas supporters of sexual education programs believe that they often reduce the incidence of sexually transmitted diseases as well as unwanted pregnancies. It also looks at how these courses often usurp the role of parents in the education of their teenage sons and daughters as well as alternative programs such as abstinence programs which typically promote sex after marriage.
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"Since the 1960s, it is clearly evident that the United States has accepted and often embraced new attitudes towards sex that have resulted in increased sexual freedom throughout the general public as well as in the media. In today?s society, sexual topics are discussed in regular conversation, and media events that contain sexual material inundate the airwaves and television sets of America. Americans are willing to accept a greater openness towards sexual behaviors in the media, but when it directly affects their own children, their opinions differ dramatically. Many possess conservative attitudes in which such honesty in the classroom is unnecessary and dangerous, and that any discussion of sex should wait until marriage (Irvine)."
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Sex and the Single Bloodsucker, 1990.
An examination of vampirism and sexuality in the cinema.
2,800 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 21 sources, APA, $ 83.95
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An examination of the underlying theme of sexuality and sensuality in Vampire movies in American and European cinema. Looks at the historical use of vampires as well as how their portrayal has changed over the years. Older movies are compared to more modern ones. The paper also shows the different depiction of vampires in Hollywood films and in European films.
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"It has often been stated that if horror films could be considered to have a reigning king, that position would without a doubt go to Count Dracula. While in recent years this position may have been challenged by a new succession of ax welding, hockey masked psychopaths among others, when the entire history is examined, the ?Prince of Darkness still reigns supreme. It is not surprising that vampires are such a popular source of modern entertainment; they have been in legends, folklore and myths for centuries (1). All that has really happened is that they have made the move to the most widely recognized form of story telling in our culture, cinema. If vampires as a whole entertainment then Bram Stoker?s ?fictional? creation Dracula, who serves as their self appointed monarch, is by far the most recognized and popular of the assemblage."
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High School Sex Education, 2002.
An investigation into the effects of sex education in high schools.
780 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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This paper looks at the controversy behind high school sex education. It outlines the arguments of both the supporters and the opponents of high school sex education. It looks at the issue of the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy, the teaching of abstinence and the question of whether promiscuity or responsibility is encouraged with this education. It deals with the ineffectiveness of present sex education programs and the suggested improvements on the programs. The paper concludes by giving a synopsis on the debate of sex education in high schools.
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"The effect of sexual education in high school has been a contentious subject since the widespread inception of sexual education programs. Opponents of sexual education argue that it results in more liberal sexual attitudes, leading to increased promiscuity among teenagers. In contrast, supporters of sexual education note that education promotes sexual responsibility, thus reducing the incidence of both sexually transmitted diseases, and unwanted pregnancies among teenagers."
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Same Sex Schools, 2004.
This paper is a proposal for a research study to evaluate if same sex schools provide a greater or lesser quality of education to students in preparation for future higher education in a co-ed institution.
2,600 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 78.95
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This paper explains that literature is not replete with studies on male and female single gender education as being a better road to college success than coeducational venues; however, available literature is contradictory. The author states that the data will be both historical and numerical, using a testable hypothesis, questionnaire, and statistical data analysis; college success will be defined by freshman year college grade points over four quarters of study wherein at least 12 credit hours were attempted. The paper states that the research variables under consideration will include acquired academic strengths, emotional growth, participatory leadership development, and social connectionism as preparatory measures for success in college or university.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Research Methodology
Main Effects Hypothesis
Assessment Instrument
Statistical Analysis Tool
Literature Review
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"Education, albeit public school, private school, or charter school affiliated, is a process whereby the youth of America are provided and opportunity to receive an education in an environment conducive to learning which, in turn, provides the necessary skills and competencies necessary to enter college and be successful. The broadly defined mission of any high school is one of creative growth through social, emotional, and physical development. Although this is sometimes a lofty undertaking, it is one, nonetheless, that is necessary if a successful college education is to be attained. In the twenty first century where mega technology abounds high schools are continually being challenged to prepare students to the rigors of a less supervised, more independent, and more rigorous college experience. In order to meet the challenges high schools, regardless of classification, are put upon to provide students with a learning environment that is wide ranging, socially and academically responsible, and self-motivating.Should these characteristics not be built into the school curriculum, a young student entering college is at a disadvantage and the possibility of failure is increased."
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Where There Are No Boys, 2001.
An analysis of the case for single sex high schools.
1,500 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper discusses the long term benefits of a single sex education in high school. Measured in terms of academic performance, attitude towards academics, discipline while in school, aspiration of students, attraction to non-stereotypical coursework and career success after schooling, single sex schools provide a better education - particularly for girls in high school.
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"The education system in America is failing. American students test below most industrialized countries in standardized tests of math and science. More frightening than this however, are the various studies, which indicate that female American students are falling behind their fellow male classmates particularly in the areas of math and science. Despite the thirteen billion dollars Congress pored in into education programs in 2000, it is obvious the entire system needs to be transformed. Girls and boys are fundamentally different, and, therefore, it would serve to reason, that they would have fundamentally different learning styles. It would stand to reason that since obviously the world is not segregated by sex, neither should a high school education. Yet the long term benefits of a single sex education in high school, far out way those of a coed education. Measured in terms of academic performance, attitude towards academics, discipline while in school, aspiration of students, attraction to non-stereotypical coursework and career success after schooling, single sex schools provide a better education - particularly for girls in high school."
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Single State - Single Tax, 2006.
A review of the European Union and the battle over a common corporate income tax.
2,299 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 70.95
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This paper takes a look at the historical development of the European Union. The paper discusses the relatively recent adoption of the Euro, the common European currency, and the possibility of a unified fiscal policy. According to the paper, some feel that the institution of a common tax system for all members is a form of submission to the whole - a further compromising of national rights, powers and traditions.
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"Still, the financial resources available to these countries are considerable smaller than those to be found in more developed free-market economies. The general inefficiencies of the old state-planned system left a residuum of glaringly lower levels of productivity, gross inefficiencies in production, and frequently, a record of financial malfeasance. Tax and other economic policies have been tailored to help the fledgling industries and financial institutions in Eastern Europe. The policies adopted are being applied to the newer member states, and even to some extent, toward non-members in Eastern Europe, as a way of establishing a sort of detente that might aid in the Union's further expansion."
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Canadian Drug Laws: Flying High or High Flying?, 2005.
A discussion on the current marijuana policies in Canada.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 10 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper supports decriminalization rather than legalization of marijuana and bases its rationale on the assumption that legalization is politically untenable. While the criminal elements of the marijuana industry are examined they are examined in the light that the marijuana industry would not generate the profit margins that the criminal industry usually demands if marijuana were decriminalized.
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"The legality of marijuana in Canada seems to be more of a matter of legal semantics than any pragmatic change in legal practice. As one pundit notes, "Officially, possession of cannabis is a crime and first-time offenders face a maximum sentence of a $1,000 fine or six months in jail, or both...Unofficially, the law is in tatters...(Bergman, 2003, para.3). It is this tenuous status quo that receives the most criticism while the debate about legalizing/decriminalizing or toughening/enforcing marijuana statutes receives the most intellectual attention. The polarity on either side of the marijuana debate acknowledges that the policy as it currently exists, is unsustainable. The following research and argument is intended to support the decriminalization of marijuana as opposed to the legalizing of marijuana. "
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Single-Parent Household Students, 2005.
This paper is a research project which seeks to prove the link between children from single-parent households and poor academic performance in school and to pose specific solutions to reverse this trend.
35,070 words (approx. 140.3 pages), 52 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper explains that, although the study could not determine if single-parent status is a sole cause, it does conclude that single-parent household status is linked inextricably to a low-income status and the propensity for the student to be involved in crime. The author states that data was gathered from secondary sources, such as textbook, journal, periodical and reliable internet sources, with an emphasis on establishing correlations through quantitative data and on suggesting policy and funding initiatives through qualitative data. The paper recommends that (1) teacher awareness of single-parent status is critical, (2) peer counseling helps to improve grades for students from single-parent homes, (3) administrative sensitivity to single-parent status of a school district's students is key, but confidentiality must be maintained throughout and (4) extracurricular activities help improve academic performance for students from single-parent households; therefore, funding for these activities must increase.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Literature Review
Introduction
Overarching Challenges Facing Single-Parent Students
Single-Parent Household Children's Challenges in School Districts
Teacher Awareness of Single-Parent Status of Student
Careful Student Peer Counseling is a Critical Necessary Component
School Districts Must Encourage Confidential Journal Writing Programs
Managing School District Administration's Sensitivity While Maintaining Confidentiality
The Effect of Extracurricular Activities
Trained Professional Counselors
Scholarships to Incentivize At-Risk Students to Perform Better Academically
Methodology
Approach
Data Gathering Method
Database of the Study
Validity of Data
Originality and Limitations of Data
Summary of Chapter
Data Analysis
Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations
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"And, needless to say, the missing parents are often not at all involved in their children's lives. According to the Alabama Department of Human Resources, nationally, 40 percent of children whose fathers live outside the home simply have no contact with them. And it is not as though those fathers who do have contact with their children are generally integrally involved. Specifically, the other 60 percent had contact with their children an average of 69 days during the year.Perhaps this is because fathers often are not geographically close to their biological children -- 26 percent of absent fathers live in a different state than their children, according to the Department of Human Resources at Alabama in 2005."
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Single Parenthood and Child Development, 2008.
An analysis of the impact of being the son or daughter of a single parent upon the development - cognitive, emotional and physical - of a young person.
4,005 words (approx. 16.0 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 108.95
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This paper reviews how thecognitive, emotional and physical development of a child is impacted because of being raised by a single parent. In particular, the paper argues that single parenthood in and of itself is not necessarily a bad thing, but rather that many single parents are ill-equipped educationally, temperamentally, cognitively and psychologically for the stresses of single parenthood and their struggles create complications for their children. Moreover, the paper offers some policy suggestions for improving single parent homes, for political elites and scholars.
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Abstract
Introduction
School Performance And Being The Children Of Single Parents
Physical Well-Being And Being The Child Of A Single-Parent
Psychological Aspects Of Being A Child Of A Single Parent
Conclusion: Recommendations For Helping Children In Single Parent Households Reach Their Full Potential (Along With Policy Implications And Future Research Directions)
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"On that note, it is important that educators and health officials begin by doing what they can to involve single parents in the school endeavors and extra-curricular activities of their children. For instance, a 1986 study by Weber took note of the fact that parents of mentally handicapped children who fail to attend individualized educational plans (IEPs) are usually non-white, come from lower economic backgrounds and are single parents; they also tended to be people who placed more responsibility for their children's educational programs in the hands of professionals (Weber, 1986). If there is one thing that needs to be done, it is to educate single parents about the importance of their becoming active participants in decisions that will ultimately effect the kind of care and attention their loved ones receive; without their involvement, it is entirely possible that the one voice that can argue most impassionedly on behalf of their children will be the one voice that no one hears."
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Single Parent Families: Are Children Worse Off?, 2002.
A paper which discusses the emotional well-being and development of children from single parent families.
1,060 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
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The paper shows that there has been much debate centered on the growing number of single parents raising children and how society tends to blame single parent homes for the majority of ills including drug abuse, violent crimes and juvenile delinquency. While there are some single parent households headed by men, the overwhelming majority of single parent homes are headed by women. The paper shows that this fact sparks another concern, since the average household income for the female single parent is a mere 24,000 per year, which depending on the size of the family could mean that many single parent households are living at or below the poverty rate. The paper questions that with the apparent negatives of being a child in a single parent household, is it a valid conclusion to say that on average, children of single parent households are worse of than their counterparts living in a two-parent household? This paper also discusses how children of single parents cope emotionally and how they fare academically relative to their peers.
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"They may also be more knowledgeable, cultured and well rounded if they have two sets of families to learn from and be loved by. These aspects may help them become more determined to succeed in their endeavors, teach them to become great leaders and valuable contributors to their families and to society. Single parent families are not economic bads, as a matter of fact, many of the worlds great leaders, visionaries, entertainers, politicians, TV personalities and others who make a valuable contribution to society every day are products of single parent homes."
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