Abstract This paper serves as a proposal for the study of research findings on questions relating to the overall quality of public schools and private schools in America. The author has devised a research study,which is to include the collection of data from a broad spectrum of relevant sources, such as current students of public and private schools, parents and guardians of students in public and private schools, teachers and administrators from public and private schools, graduates and alumni from public and private schools, and finally the general public. The questions the research study is to focus on are: (1) Which type of school is perceived as providing the highest quality education to students? (2) Which type of school is perceived as being the best value? (3) How should public and private schools co-exist and function within our society? and (4) Which subsets of the population (current students, former students, parents of students, school staff, and others) hold which opinions? This paper is divided into three chapters. The first chapter summarizes the purpose of the research study and defines public and privateeducation. The second chapter is a literature review, detailing previous research and then suggesting that this body of work is insufficient to fully address the question of public vs. privateeducation. The third chapter presents the methodology of the author's study, including how the population sample is to be chosen, what questions are to be asked of that sample population, and how the results of this survey are to be calculated.
Outline:
Chapter One
Introduction
Background of Study
Statement of the Problem
Purpose
Significance of the Study
Research Questions
Assumptions and Delimitations
Definitions
Summary
Chapter Two: Literature Review
Chapter Three
Methodology
Research Design
Site Setting
Population
Sample
Measurement Methods
Procedure
Ethical Considerations
Summary
List of Appendices
From the Paper "As this first chapter has demonstrated, there is a great deal of research that must be conducted in the area of school and education. The current educational system is divided into two major subsections: private schools and public schools. Public schools are funded by taxes and regulated by the government, while private schools are independently run and funded, with different laws and regulations for each of them in every school district and state. However, it is obvious that both of these types of schools are still experiencing difficulties and have not become ideal institutions as of yet. There are many social factors which are affecting and being affected by the state of the schools, and it is important for the future of youth and society as a whole that the educational system be properly evaluated so that improvements can be made. Public schools and private schools both demonstrate some positive traits as well as some negative. In order to get a complete image of the current state of public and private schools, the opinions, experiences, and suggestions of all related populations must be taken into consideration; current students of public and private schools, former students of public and private schools, parents of students of public and private schools, staff of public and private schools, and people who do not attend, work at, or have children in school all must have input into a complete survey of the school situation."
Abstract This paper explores the advantages of a private school education, including the long-term benefits regarding higher education and the workplace. The author cites that privatelyeducated students have greater success rates on standardized tests and are more likely to attend and complete college. The paper also examines the reasons for the success of these students. The author concludes that the many advantages of private school far outweigh the tuition costs that some see as prohibitive.
From the Paper "Every year millions of parents must make difficult decisions about their children's educations. Should they enroll their children in the nearby public school or find a private school in the area for their children to attend? The decision is daunting, but the well informed parent will soon see the advantages of a private education. Privately educated students have greater success rates on standardized tests and are more likely to attend and complete college. Private schools educate students better due to smaller class sizes, more accountability for students, more parent involvement, fewer controls by the government, and a reduced number of discipline problems."
Abstract In this article, the writer introduces, discusses and analyzes the topic of American education. Specifically, the writer discusses the pros and cons of public versus private schools. The writer notes that parents, educators, and even politicians have joined the debate regarding public and private schools. The writer also points out that legislators have created legislation hoping to equalize the educational experience and millions of families homeschool their children or send them to private schools to avoid public schools at any cost. The writer discusses which type of school experience is better for children and their future and concludes that studies indicate that situation, location, and even individual students and their characteristics weigh heavily in these decisions.
Outline:
Public Schools
Private Schools
From the Paper "There are many reasons to send children to public schools. The most obvious for many Americans may be that they are largely "free," even though parents often have to pay for expenses such as school supplies, textbooks, and even uniforms in some cases. Even with these costs, the cost of public education is miniscule when compared with the costs of a private education, and for many people, they simply cannot afford private education even if they desire it. Private education is usually extremely expensive, making it out of reach more many poor and even middle-income families.
"Another compelling reason to consider public schools are the strict standards that govern teaching throughout the nation. In each state, public school teachers must be licensed, and they must keep those licenses current by continuing their education throughout their careers."
Abstract In this article the writer discusses independent and state education in the United Kingdom. The essay points out the history of independent schools and their structure today and looks at the arguments for and against independent education and state education. The paper also looks at what measures these two sectors are taking in order to prove their well being, such as bursary programs for the independent sector. Statistics are also included to back up the arguments of either side. The writer then points out that the main points on which the different sectors disagree is the financial aspect of today's education such as the high fees charged by the independent sector, or the discriminatory aspects of the independent sector towards families which do not have the financial mean to afford a privateeducation. The essay concludes that the main problems with this debate is that there is no perfect answer, there will always be different opinions and abolishing the independent sector is not a solution.
Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
The History of Independent Schools
Positive Aspects of Independent Schools
Reducing the Elitism in Independent Education The Extra Benefits provided by the Independent Education The Negative Aspects and Arguments against the Independent Sector
Why Private Schools will Probably Survive, and Some Ways to Secure that Survival
Conclusion
From the Paper "In the United Kingdom, there are two main types of schools the state owned schools, which are owned by the government, and the independent schools also called private or public schools, which are privately owned. In the U.K there is a long-lasting debate about the well-founded of the independent sector, private school have the advantage of offering a broader education at a higher level and also have their own good musical, and sporting facilities which makes them really attractive. However they are highly criticised by the state sector due to their expensive school fees, their elitism, and their tax benefit due to their charitable status. An independent school is one that charges schools fees, and that does not rely on the government. Such schools have existed for centuries in the UK but are most common in England. To fully comprehend this topic it is important to look at the history of independent schools."
Abstract This paper analyzes the basic arguments for and against using public funding to finance private schools. It explains that opponents argument that funding should not be diverted from the overstretched public school system. It also explores the opponents argument that providing private schools with public funding is the only way for students to reach their potential.
From the Paper "In recent years there has been much debate concerning the use of public funding to finance the costs of private schools. This issue has galvanized both camps. Proponents believe that the public school system is broken and that only by providing private schools ..."
Tags: school vouchers, public funding, privateeducation, pro, con
Abstract This paper argues that, while the privatization of Egypt's state educational system is a controversial proposal that contradicts the national constitution's declaration that all Egyptians have the right to free education, the state educational system is currently collapsing, and the quality of education is getting increasingly poorer, requiring a substantial economic investment in order to fulfill the basic educational needs of the population. It explains that, since the Egyptian government cannot afford this additional investment and can barely afford the current cost of the state education system, the only solution lies in partial privatization.
From the Paper "The educational system in Egypt is collapsing under the weight of overpopulation. Egypt has twelve state universities, as affirmed by the CEDEJ researcher, Iman Farag, with a total of 1.5 million students. Every year, the number increases (Farag). State universities students are exercising their right to receive a free education but, the Egyptian government is unable to meet the cost of their education. Consequently, universities' resources are poor, quality of education is unacceptable and there is a shortage of qualified instructors. Money is needed to correct all these problems but, the Egyptian government does not have it. Egypt confronts a similar problem in its primary, intermediary and secondary school systems. As mentioned in the Economist's "School's Out," Egypt has over 25,000 public schools, half of which have double shifts to fit in two school groups in one school day. Despite that, the average classroom has 45 pupils, at the least, and one hundred per class is not at all unusual. Over and above, the majority of the country's students only complete 5 years of school education, before dropping out ("School's Out"). Again, quality of education is poor, classrooms are overpopulated and there are not enough schools to satisfy the needs of the country's 16 million school age citizens ("School's Out")."
Abstract This paper examines the primary factors that influence parental choices involving public school education versus private school education such as affordability and quality. It establishes the basic underlying economic factors surrounding this difficult choice and determines whether the demand is strong for private school education. It evaluates the advantages and disadvantages of each type of school and the impact of parental interest in both types of schools on the availability of teaching positions.
From the Paper "Public schools possess many advantages for students. In quality school districts, teachers provide many benefits for students geared towards learning and socialization. For example, Thomas Jefferson High School in Alexandria, VA offers Latin, Russian, Japanese, thermodynamics and artificial intelligence, and 153 of the school's 392 seniors were National Merit Semifinalists in 2000 (Carnahan 172). In contrast, schools in large metropolitan areas are often overcrowded and riddled with crime and as a result, learning is limited. In the United States as a whole, only three in ten students are proficient in science at their grade level (Human Events 16)."
Abstract This paper argues that the American school system would be of better quality if it were privatized. The author discusses why the education in private schools is superior to public schooling, looks at the war on drugs, sex education, censorship, and dress codes.
From the Paper "The reason censorship is such a huge issue in a public school system is that a school must strive to please everybody in the community. It must grapple with abiding by the rights of free speech, freedom of religion, and the right to privacy, while at the same time trying to appease the demands of a variety of parents, all with differing opinions on how their children (and everybody else's) should be educated. The problem is exponentially enlarged in a large school with students numbering in the thousands. With large public schools becoming more common as the population grows, the debating has intensified. Common sense dictates that it is impossible to satisfy everyone in the community. Disgruntled parents do have the option of sending their children to private schools or home-schooling them, but the short supply of private institutions and private tutors puts alternative education at a high price, which many parents are unwilling or unable to pay."
Abstract This paper discusses how education is one of the most important goods in our society. A person's educational achievements to a large extent determine how their life will be, while the educational system a country fosters determines its economic outcomes to a large extent. The paper further discusses how that in Canada, most education is provided by the government and many people would argue that this is the way it should be, as it is only government that has the resources and expertise to take on this important role
Abstract This paper gives an in-depth presentation of the development of private schools in America. The author of this paper takes us on a historical tour of the school system and how private schools came about. Then the reader is treated to a current view of privateeducation including a discussion on the newly formed charter schools as well as the idea of education vouchers. There were five sources used to create and complete this paper.
Abstract 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.
From the Paper "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."
Tags: options, restrictions, discrimination, private, bush
Abstract This paper examines the general belief that parents of children want more choice about where their children go to school and how they are taught, including the right to use public funds to pay for private school tuition. It looks at how across the country, parents can choose from public schools, charter schools funded in a variety of ways, secular private schools, schools associated with a specific religion, or home schooling.
Outline
Introduction
Why Have Choices?
Types of Public and Private Schools
Who Chooses Private Schools?
Similarities and Differences
Conclusion
From the Paper "In affluent areas, both public and non-public schools had the opposite problem. They reported that parents intruded more than was helpful in areas of teaching approach and curriculum. They considered the parents? views often to be uninformed and dogmatic, and both groups reported highly demanding schools. The parents were well educated themselves and believed they knew what made for excellence in education (Rothstein, 2000). Complaints in public schools included the amount of preservatives in the school lunches, the amount of homework assigned, whether teachers were progressing at an adequate pace through the curricula, to the sequence of instruction in mathematics."
Abstract This paper examines how, in today's society, the right of parents to choose the educational system their child participates in is a valuable choice, and while some parents choose to have their children attend public schools, still others want their child to attend private institutions, both of a parochial and secular nature. It looks at how tax credits and vouchers play an important role in this decision and how, although there are opponents to the voucher and tax credit programs, there is a definite need for these programs within today's educational system. It shows how they provide choice and competition and ensure a free market system where advancements and expansions are made possible.
From the Paper "Opponents of the government funded voucher system argue that scholarships, or vouchers, issued by the government sector would only extend the problems of the public educational system over to the private sector. Since the idea is based on a free market economy, the concern is that the very nature of the public will limit that economy. With vouchers would come a public demand for guidelines and policies requiring specific regulations, opponents say, and this would fundamentally negate the free market economy (Coulson, "Criticism of Government Vouchers")."
Tags: schools, government, institutions, income, students
Abstract In this essay, the writer discusses the notion of public and private schools through looking at different articles on the subject. The writer looks at different interesting essays pointing out the differences, both the good and the bad, between public and private schools. The writer examines each of the articles and analyzes the different opinions. The writer does not make a personal statement or provide a personal argument in this paper.
From the Paper "That could be because children of wealthy families sometimes tend to be spoiled. In any event, what the reader gets out of reading this essay is more than just the socioeconomic differences in different parts of a city; in fact, the quality of teaching is so dramatically different, it is obvious that higher-paid teachers are to be found in wealthy communities, and that in a sense is cheating the lower-income students out of decent educations."
Abstract In this article, the writer notes that achieving universal education is one of the UN's 8 Millennium Development Goals agreed to in 2000 by all the world's countries and the world's leading development institutions. The writer points out that although some progress has been made in increasing the level of education in most countries, a number of third world countries have fallen behind in their effort and are unlikely to achieve the goal by the target date of 2015. The writer outlines the benefits of education and discusses the co-relation between illiteracy and poverty. The writer then reviews the status of education in the third world countries. Finally, the writer enumerates the reasons for high levels of illiteracy in these countries and looks at how they can be overcome.
Outline:
Benefits of Education Responsibility of Governments in Education and its Social Benefits
Individual/ Private Benefits
Co-relation between Poverty and Literacy
The State of Education in Third World Countries
Reasons for the Continuing Low Education Levels
Overcoming the Barriers
References
From the Paper "There is a strong correlation between poverty and illiteracy. Wherever literacy rates are lower, poverty rates are invariably higher and vice-versa. The relationship between the two is a vicious circle as poor countries do not have sufficient resources to invest in education; most of the people who survive on incomes of less than 2 dollars a day cannot afford to send their children to school. On the other hand, a low literacy rate is a major barrier against personal improvement and prevents the poorest people to lift themselves out of the poverty trap.
"For example, in third world countries such as Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Ghana, India, Mozambique and Nepal, 78% or more of the population lives on incomes below US$2 per day, adult literacy rates are below 63%, and the number of adult illiterates exceeds 5 million in each country."
