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Differentiated Learning, 2008.
A review on the philosophy and practice of differentiated learning.
850 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 30.95
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This paper reviews the basic philosophy and principles of the concept of differentiated learning for students. The paper also provides a personal interpretation of the idea, as well as suggestions for putting differentiated learning into practice in the classroom.
Outline:
Introduction: My philosophy of Inclusion
My Philosophy of Differentiating Instruction
The Instructional Strategies I would use in my Classroom
The Behavior Management I would use in my Classroom
Lesson Plan
Conclusion
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"One of the most effective aspects of using group learning techniques is that it forces students to take responsibility not just for their own grades and learning, but for the performance of their fellow students. Students would be graded upon their own, individual contributions, but they could not let down their fellow group participants. They would have to complete their task, and as the task was within their framework of ability, this would not seem too daunting. Another suggested method of behavior management to ensure student compliance with assignments is to instate a points system, whereby a student can earn a maximum number of points for performing specific diverse tasks relating to a unit, which they can select themselves and tailor to their own interests and levels of ability."
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"A Man Named Dave", 2008.
A personal reaction to the book, "A Man Named Dave," written by Dave Pelzer.
1,426 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper discusses the two main reactions that the writer of the paper had after working through "A Man Named Dave," written by Dave Pelzer. The paper describes events that happened in the writer's life that he was reminded of when reading "A Man Named Dave." The paper also briefly touches on the possible relationship between special education needs and abused children.
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"One day we were playing a game of "horse" on a playground about two blocks from Billy's house. I didn't know that his dad had told him he could not leave the yard, but in this case he had tagged along with his big brother and was watching all of us shoot baskets, and it seemed real innocent. Billy wanted to be like us; he loved sports, and though he wasn't very good, he tried real hard. He had physical and emotional limitations, I could tell. We were having fun - until Billy's dad pulled up in his black SUV on the street next to the playground. We knew that car. And we all new how violent the dad was. His dad left the car running, got out, and opened the back door. We stopped shooting baskets and watched his dad pull a very wide belt out of the back seat. It looked like one of those old fashioned belts that barber shops used to sharpen their razors. If you've ever been in an old-fashioned barbershop you know the kind."
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Learning Communities, 2008.
A review of education-based learning in New York and other school districts.
2,529 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 76.95
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The paper focuses on education-based learning communities, with emphasis on New York State education-based communities. The paper evaluates the school district, teachers, parents, students and community partnerships that comprise the learning community. The paper states that the premise behind learning communities is the philosophy of integrated learning. Students are encouraged to become active members of their community by engaging in workshops and seminars sponsored by organizations and community programs that teach students real life skills. The paper concludes that this is in addition to the textbook learning they acquire through traditional curriculum and educational formats.
Outline:
Introduction
What are they?
What is the mission and purpose?
What are their benefits?
How can they be implemented in the curriculum planning process?
Who established them?
Where did they originate?
When did they become an educational trend?
How do they affect the technology trend?
Strategies to promote the learning culture?
Conclusions
References
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"Learning communities are established on the premise that students are better prepared for living a productive life if they learn not only within the school, but within their community. Experiences of their community help children grow into adults that are more readily able to connect with and become active and participating members of their communities. Learning communities are literally communities comprised of faculty, staff, students, administrators, family members, community agencies and organizations. Also important to learning communities are regional, state and national government representatives whose job it is to continue to provide funding and grants that support experiential and community-based learning."
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Due Education Law Suits, 2008.
An review of two court cases in which the special education laws which are designed to protect students with disabilities, are featured.
1,362 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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The paper describes that across the nation students who are covered under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), have rights that must be provided. The paper states that at any time the student or the student's parents believe that his or her rights are not being upheld, they have the right to file for a due process hearing. If the parties involved with the suit do not agree with the results of that hearing they can take it to a court system and have it heard. This paper discusses a detailed description of two court cases that dealt specifically with student due process issues.
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"The court ruling explained that the burden likes with the party seeking relief and in the case of due process hearings it is parents usually in the position of seeking relief. The ruling stemmed from a suit with regard to the Montgomery Alabama school district. "Jerry B. Weast, uperintendent of the Montgomery County Public School System, called the court's decision "a victory for special education teachers in Montgomery County and across the nation who work hard everyday to provide the best possible education for students with disabilities. He added, "We defended this case for one simple reason -- we didn't want our teachers and staff spending more time in the courtroom instead of the classroom."
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Spanking Children, 2008.
This paper presents a detailed analysis of corporal punishment with regard to children and how the use of such action has changed over the years.
1,713 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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In this article, the writer notes that there are few parenting topics that spark the intensity of debate more strongly than the topic of spanking. For many years parents and experts have argued, studied, and examined the use of corporal punishment on children with mixed results. The writer discusses that in the 1950s corporal punishment was not only an accepted source of punishment, it was also a recommended form of punishment by pediatricians and other child experts across the nation. A few decades ago, the tide began to turn and child experts started to advise against spanking as a punishment for children. Today, for the most part, experts believe that the use of spanking as a form of punishment is at best ineffective and at its worst, harmful. This paper examines the changing views of spanking for punishment over the past few decades and argues that its use has become outdated.
Outline:
Introduction
History
The Bottom Line
Conclusion
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"The bottom line when it comes to the use of spanking children as a form of punishment is that it should never be done. If an adult will go to jail for hitting another adult, why on earth would it ever be acceptable and okay to strike a child for any reason? Children are smaller and more fragile than adults and deserve at the very least the same protections that adults have under the law from being hit any time one does not like that adult's actions. Those who support the use of corporal punishment insist that it is different because the child being spanked is related to the spanker, however that argument is not valid either as it is illegal for related spouses to hit each other as well. It is called domestic violence and when it happens someone goes to jail."
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Expansion within the University of Phoenix, 2008.
An analysis of the environmental factors that will affect the expansion of the University of Phoenix (UOP).
4,087 words (approx. 16.3 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 110.95
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This paper details the vision, mission and values of the University of Phoenix (UOP) as it expands to integrate the next generation of students. It discusses how UOP must change its value-add to compensate for technological and educational requirements, as well as make sure to understand environmental factors that will affect its success. The paper provides a background of UOP and details each of the factors that need to be addressed.
Table of Contents:
Executive Summary
Company Background
Vision Statement
Mission Statement
Values Statement
Environmental Analysis
Long Term Objectives
Plan Goals and Implementation
Financial Projections and Analysis
Critical Success Factors
Controls and Evaluation
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"As competition increases within this particular arena, a comprehensive strategy plan for UOP enrollment must be devised, a revision of its current model as well as the establishment of its long term goals will have to be systematically re-examined. The following analysis will comprehensively detail a new vision and long term strategy plan for UOP to engage its next level of core students and expand its current operations to maintain long term enrollment growth. The purpose of this following analysis is to detail the vision, mission and values of UOP as it expands in the next generation of students. Not only must UOP change its value-add to compensate for technological and educational requirements, but it also must understand environmental factors that will affect its success."
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Social History-New History, 2008.
A look at new history and multiculturalism within the context of historical studies in Britain.
2,739 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 81.95
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The paper discusses the conception of 'new history" or 'history from below' and states that it has its foundations in a wide range of connected disciplines and contemporary theoretical trajectories and stances. The paper comments that the foundation of 'history from below' lies in the questioning of the hegemony of old and more elitist views of history and the context of historical reality The paper concludes that the writing of 'history from below' provides a much-needed and important part of historical research and discourse in contemporary scholarship.
Outline:
Introduction and Overview
British Multiculturalism
Conclusion
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" In conclusion it should be noted that the "new history" and the stance that takes its point of departure from 'below" in Britain owes much to the earlier Marxist historians. These historians are in fact seen as the "progenitors" of contemporary "history from below." (Kaye 182) Given this legacy in the British context it is not surprising that much of the historical research has been focused on the marginalized and disenfranchised cultures and sections of the population.
"For example there has been a great deal of research on the Asian and Pakistan immigration to the country. After the Second World War there was a large scale immigration of Muslims from various counties including North Africa to Britain. The central reason for this was the need in Britain for cheap industrial labor and they "...turned towards their former colonies in South Asia and North Africa to fill labour shortages... (What perspectives for Islam and Muslims in Europe?) Research into this area has produced numerous studies dealing with the prejudice and the alienation that these immigrants experienced. This type of research clearly shows the link and the connection between 'history from below' and multiculturalism and also suggests that these two concepts are inextricably intertwinwed in this new approach to history. While there are many detractors and critics of this new historical approach, there are also many who see 'new history' as advancing the aims of the discipline."
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Read 180, 2008.
A literature review of the Read 180 computer-based reading program designed to aid struggling readers.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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This paper investigates whether the Read 180 instructional reading program can effectively address the needs of individual students through adaptive and instructional software, direct instruction and high-interest literature for populations of students with special needs.
Outline:
Research Problem
Literature Review
Research Questions
Assumptions/Conclusions
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"Rieck & Wadsworth (2005) suggest that accommodations in instructional strategies, such as those presented by Read 180 and assessment protocols are vital for students with special learning needs. The authors provide an analysis of six years of research of students with special needs from five different schools. They discover two misconceptions exist among general educators about special needs. First, educators often feel accommodations for special needs students suggest "lowering the standards" for these students, and second, the authors suggest educators "inappropriately equate assessment with paper-and-pencil tests" (p. 105). Using this line of thinking, Read 180 may provide a more useful tool for assessing and accommodating the needs of students by encouraging them to hold high standards for achievement, and assessing students using alternative rather than traditional means. "
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Moral Leadership, 2008.
A discussion on the book, "Moral Leadership: Getting to the Heart of School Improvement," by Thomas J. Sergiovanni.
1,005 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 35.95
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The paper discusses the book entitled "Moral Leadership: Getting to the Heart of School Improvement," in which the author Thomas J. Sergiovanni outlines a blueprint on how to improve schools through the use of moral role models and basic leadership characteristics. The paper highlights that the book discusses how creating a new leadership can transform a school from "an organization to a community" and inspire the kinds of "commitment, devotion and service" that will make society's schools great
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"This failure to understand leadership is referred to as a "managerial mystique". This term was coined by Abraham Zeleznik and refers to the misplaced focus on the leadership process instead of the people, ideas and emotions. Further, Sergiovanni argues that it is because of this managerial mystique that schools have been unable to capture, and build learning communities from, true leadership. Instead, schools have been obsessed with "doing things right at the expense of doing the right things." For example, school improvement plans became substitutes for improving outcomes. Teacher appraisal systems become substitutes for good teaching. In-service takes the place of changes in practice, congeniality substitutes for collegiality, cooperation moves in over commitment and compliance takes over for actual results. The result is that schools become trained in incapacity, or doing only ones job in isolation as opposed to working as a team and the loss of goals, which therefore leads to a standard of mediocrity."
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