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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), 2008.
An extensive literature review examining autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as part of a research project.
12,860 words (approx. 51.4 pages), 47 sources, APA, $ 245.95
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This research paper examines the different diagnostic labels for autism that are in current use, to consider how far they are applied with any consistency, how far they overlap, and whether existing terminology is adequate to account for the range of disorders encountered. The paper explains that Professor D.V.M. Bishop's work is highlighted in the research because the author feels that to even attempt to comprehend what is the 'best practice' in the case of educating the autistic individual is to first identify, define and characterize what 'autism' is actually comprised of in terms of its needs, its abilities, and the practices that negatively impact the autistic learner as well. Bishop informs the research at hand of some key factors in considering education of the autistic child.
Table of Contents:
Background of the Study
Diagnostic Criteria in 'Autism'
Revised Definition and Diagnostic Criteria in Autism 'Spectrum' Disorder
Research Questions
Nature and Purpose of the Diagnostic Exercise
Special Education and General Education Overview
Purpose of the Study
Definitions
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Social Skills
Inclusion
Self-Contained
Special Education
General Education
Literature Review
Historical Overview of Education and Autism
Complaints of the Special Education Inclusion Program
Autism Continuum Two-Dimensional Model
Conner (1989) Guidelines for Mainstream Practice
Nine Diagnostic Points Identified (Creak 1961; as cited in Conner, 1999)
Diagnostic Criteria: Asperger Syndrome
Screening Tools Identified
Autistic Behavior 'Rating Scales'
Classroom Strategies
Behavioral and Social Management
Scholastic Management
Limitations of the Research
Summary of Literature Review
Recommendations for Future Research
Methodology
Questions of the Research
Method of Collection of Primary Studies for Review
Designation of Criteria for Inclusion
Designation of Criteria for Exclusion
Delineation of the Characteristics and Findings of the Studies
Analysis of the Data
Interpretation of the Results
From the Paper
"While Christopher may well master the production of "long and complicated sentences" simultaneously Christopher's responses "are often inappropriate, and he often asks questions of others while disregarding the answers he receives." Bishop goes on and explains by asking the reader to suppose that in this fictional yet realistic situation that: "The psychiatrist suggests a diagnosis of Asperger syndrome. The speech therapist states that an analysis of Christopher's language shows that it is phonologically and grammatically normal.""
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Reading Proficiency in Middle School, 2008.
An analysis of problems with reading proficiency and learning in grades 5 to 12 with examples of strategies used by the writer to improve the problem.
5,420 words (approx. 21.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 133.95
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This paper discusses the reading proficiencies of students in grades 5-12 and the problems that exist. It focuses on M. Hamm and D. Adam's work "New Designs for Teaching and Learning: Promoting Active Learning in Tomorrow's Schools." The paper describes the writer's experiences as a teacher at Rombout Middle school and the strategies that she employed to improve learning.
Table of Contents:
Experimental Hypothesis
Experimental Method
Class Discussions and Discussion Maps
Concept Mapping
ABC Method of Questioning
QAR Method
The Use of Visuals
Identifying Limitations of Literacy Strategies
Analyzing the Application of the Active Instructional Approach to the Four Literacy Methods
Conclusion
From the Paper
"When an active hands-on element using practical materials was incorporated into the lesson, the resulting improvements in student involvement and lesson retention was observed across the board instead of benefiting primarily the best students disproportionately. The objective data was provided by improved performance on quizzes in every literacy method group when lessons included materials that facilitated hands-on involvement. Likewise, student responses to questionnaires indicated a universal appreciation for the hands-on classroom approach. The hands-on active instructional method seems to complement each of the four literacy methods, in addition to taking fuller advantage of the proven benefits of using visual aides. Future avenues of research suggested by this project would include studies designed to identify which of the four literacy methods represents the optimal combination of hands-on active participation lesson materials with instructional lesson elements."
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Assessing Instrumental Music Students, 2008.
A research proposal to provide more concrete criteria and a methodology for assessing music knowledge and ability.
2,875 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 85.95
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This paper presents a research proposal that will evaluate several different assessment techniques for evaluating the music student and that it will focus on assessment in music class. The paper also explains that the proposed research will answer the research question "What are the best forms of assessment for an instrumental music class?", and will examine several types of assessment methods and tools in order to determine their applicability in the music classroom.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Purpose
Research Question
Rationale
Definition of Terms
Literature Review
Portfolio Assessment
Standardized Tests
Concert/Recital
Summary
Methodology
From the Paper
"On the collegiate or professional level, the most common form of assessment is the portfolio. For the music student, this portfolio will include evaluation from third parties and self- evaluations of performances and other works. The portfolio might contain various pieces of evidence that support the student's competence in a given area. It will also include some original pieces, or evidence of independent research. As Goolsby (1995) notes, reliability is one of the key disadvantages of the portfolio as a method of evaluation."
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Group Teachers as Leaders: Methodology, 2008.
A proposal for a case study to explore the role of teacher leader as group leader and how group work performance is affected by leadership.
1,777 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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This paper proposes a case study as being the most appropriate method to research how teachers function as group leaders. The author discusses the use of group work at schools and the importance of leadership. The author describes the sample group that will be used in the case study, the kind of school from which the group will be chosen, the task that the group will be given, and the manner in which data will be collected during the study and analyzed.
From the Paper
"The problem in translation for the teachers themselves when embarking on a group work task is the tendency towards egalitarianism and democratic principle, often seeking to not establish clear leadership to protect all from feeling lesser or greater in the process. Sadly, in an attempt to demonstrate effective group work, leadership is fundamental and peer leadership is often the key. If group work is always conducted in a manner where a primary leader is appointed from outside the peer group, such as the principal or the teacher who is most likely to demand leadership by virtue of personality or seniority, some idea may be lost in the group dynamic."
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Student Groups and Achievement, 2008.
This paper presents a study to determine whether tracking of students in math increases state standardized testing achievements.
2,494 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 18 sources, APA, $ 75.95
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The paper explores whether tracking groups for students according to non-biased indicators will allow the students to increase their state testing scores in math. The paper defines the relevant terms, provides a literature review, outlines the methodology and research designs and explains the anticipated outcomes.
Outline:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem and Purpose of the Study
Background and Significance of the Problem
Definitions and Terms
Literature Review
Research Questions
Brief Description of the Methodology and Research Design
Anticipated Outcomes
From the Paper
"The work entitled: "Equitable Practices" states that "...despite prevailing practices, research over the last two decades has demonstrated the negative results of sorting students according to perceived motivation or ability." (NWREL, 2001) Furthermore, research had indicated that lower tracks tend to be disproportionately composed of lower-income and ethnic minority students, thus compounding the disadvantage many students already face." (NWREL, 2001) The data also has indicated that "in some cases students of color with the necessary scores for high-track placements are less likely to be placed in those classes than their European American peers." (NWREL, 2001)"
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Major Sociological Approaches to Teaching, 2008.
A discussion of the major sociological approaches and how they can be applied to teaching.
1,229 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper compares and contrasts some of the major sociological approaches that exist. It looks at the structural functionalist approach, the social conflict theory and symbolic interactionism. The paper also describes each of these theories and discusses their application to various aspects of teaching. The paper's discussion regarding teaching is written from the point of view of the writer, who is a teacher.
Table of Contents:
Overview
Application
From the Paper
"Symbolic interactionists, however, would see the tutor-student relationship as completely different. First of all, symbolic interactionalists would highlight the contextual nature of being a student. One minute, with a teacher, I am in class, playing the role of a student. The next minute, I am a teacher, with power, with knowledge, with the answers, and also I am enforcing the rules of the classroom to ensure that the teaching session proceeds in a timely fashion and that everything I desire to accomplish is accomplished. Holding the position of tutor is a tenuously negotiated role, as I, as a tutor, wish to feel a sense of authority (and get paid, except when I am tutoring a younger relative) and the subject wishes to pass a class and receive a good exam grade, and is thus willing to give me authority that he or she might not otherwise give to me in a personal relationship."
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Veteran Teacher Impact On Competency Test Scores, 2008.
A research study that analyze the impact that veteran teachers have on the test scores in reading and mathematics of African-American students in Georgia.
9,082 words (approx. 36.3 pages), 34 sources, APA, $ 188.95
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This research paper attempts to determine whether veteran teachers have a statistical significance on the test scores in reading and mathematics of African-American students. The research focuses on eighth grade students in the State of Georgia. It discusses the relationship between teacher retention in the state and the test results that eighth grade African-American students achieve. The paper contains many graphs and figures.
Table of Contents:
Objective
Introduction
Methodology
Key Terms
Research Questions
Literature Review
Results of the Study
Conclusion
From the Paper
"The methodology employed in this research is one of a qualitative nature and has been conducted through the means of a review of peer-reviewed academic literature written by experts in this subject area. Qualitative research originally involved isolation of variables studied from the rest of the world and then setting up of an experiment where the independent variable was changed and the changes that occurred to the dependent variable or variables were recorded. However, anthropologists pointed out human behavior cannot be realistically studied outside of the social context in which it takes place. Furthermore, the findings in scientific research depends greatly upon the individual's frame of reference, therefore if it is people that are being studied the meaning from the individual's point of view must be discovered. Qualitative research is typically analyzed inductively, or in other words, evidence is not sought out to prove or disprove hypotheses, but instead the researcher builds the abstractions upon the particulars of research that have been gathered and then grouped together."
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Organizational Change and Communication Plans, 2008.
A research study that examines whether instructors of distance education perceive a communication action plan as being supportive of organizational change.
5,247 words (approx. 21.0 pages), 25 sources, APA, $ 130.95
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This paper presents a research study that assesses whether the presence of a communication action plan influences employee responses to organizational change. The paper focuses attention on employees' acceptance of organizational change. The paper also describes the research design, the method of data collection and the survey methodology. An annotated bibliography is included with the paper.
Outline:
Introduction
Statement of the Research Problem
Definition of Key Terms
Brief Overview of Related Literature
Methodology
From the Paper
"Communication plans that are developed by the organization instill the need for change throughout the organization, enable individuals to understand the impact of the change, and communicate any structural and job changes that will affect the employees (Cawsey & Deszca, 2008). Distance education providers are targeted to continue to grow at approximately 16% a year over the next 10 years (Howell, Williams, & Lindsay, 2003). Over 1.5 million out of 19 million postsecondary students took at least one distance education course in the 1999-2000 school year (Ashby, 2002). The current higher education infrastructure cannot accommodate the growing college-aged population and enrollments, making more distance education programs necessary (Howell et al, 2003). As current distance educational providers attempt to accommodate this growth and make their distance education models scalable, organizational change will be ongoing."
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Qualitative Coding Scheme for Discussion Forum, 2008.
Describes a qualitative coding scheme for an online discussion forum on Chinese history.
2,813 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 83.95
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This paper provides a coding scheme for an online discussion forum of Chinese history that would be concerned with the strengths and weaknesses of emperors and leaders of that nation and their use of strategies to enforce ideological views during their reigns.
Outline:
Background
Foundations for Defining a Coding Scheme
Coding Scheme Definition
From the Paper
"Typically when students on online discussion forums are argumentative and pervasive, the level of rationality of arguments is shown. In devising a coding scheme specifically on this dimension, authors Habermas and Cohen both state that the best approach to coding this attribute is to devise this variable into two states, that of reasoning and logic of the specific argumentative or persuasive component, and for the second, the reasons that the persuasive arguments are framed and presented from the standpoint of the current good. In the context of the current discussion forums being evaluated, there are many debates as to who is the best ruler of China from historical analysis, in addition to an elite-level status of a select group of rulers. This specific variable as part of the coding scheme, rationality, captures the logic and reason of how the collective group of students is first defining this "elite" level class to begin with, and second, defining how history will ultimately view their contributions to Chinese society."
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Best Practices Guide for Exceptional Student Education, 2008.
A look at the best method of dealing with gifted children.
1,209 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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This paper discusses the world of education and analyzes the concept of mainstreaming as it applies to gifted students. The author provides an explanation of why mainstreaming is actually an obstacle to the gifted student's success in education.
Outline:
Introduction
Mainstreaming the Gifted Student
Alternatives to Mainstreaming
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Education has always been stressed as an important factor historically; however in recent years, the actual "learning" process has emerged as a significant causal factor. The poor state of the current educational system in the United States has resulted in much criticism and reform. These criticisms and reforms have led to widespread psychological studies and research regarding best methods and learning processes. While the majority of the research in this area has focused on special needs or disabled students, a bit of the research has focused on the gifted student. A review of the literature categorizes the learning patterns of young children into several categories; cognitive skills, physical capabilities and social skills. The different cognitive skills of students early on vary according to the research. Young learners construct knowledge by interacting with others and their environment. A positive school climate welcomes and encourages family involvement; family involvement brings about improved teaching by generating a positive attitude among teachers and raising teacher self-esteem (Reali & Tancredi, 2004). Research indicates that gifted students that are mainstreamed into regular classrooms are not mentally stimulated and challenged in accordance with their demonstrated cognitive abilities."
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