The Montessori Method in Education: Societal Needs Yesterday and Today
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A 7 page discussion of the educational discipline which would become known as the Montessori method. This paper outlines the societal factors of the last half of the 1800s and the early 1900s which necessitated educational change. The Montessori method was designed to directly aid societally disadvantaged children of the time, a target group of which there were many representatives. The author ties the historical factors of the time into changes which are still being experienced to this day in our efforts to address the needs of the societally disadvantaged children in society. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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The Netherlands’ Education System and Accountancy Qualifications
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This is a 5 page paper discussing the education system and structure in the Netherlands and the educational requirements needed for accountants in the Netherlands. Estimated costs and salaries are also included. The education system in the Netherlands requires a certain level and excellence and pre-planning on behalf of the students. Students who wish to attend university have to obtain the required pre-university diplomas relevant to their vocational or professional university programs. While the tuition fees for Dutch students are approximately 1,400 Euro in addition to high living costs, financial assistance programs such as scholarships, grants and fellowships are available. Students wishing to become Registered Accountants in the Netherlands can do so in a number of different ways depending on whether or not they enter the program with or without a previous professional degree. Students with professional business degrees can take the accountancy course part-time through the NIvRA/Nijenrode University Accounting and Auditing program. Accountancy as a professional program itself takes 7 ½ years through the NIvRA/Nijenrode University route; the most common and preferred training program for accountants as it integrates theoretical and the needed practical experience required for certification in the Royal NIvRA. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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The Policies and Philosophies Behind British Post Compulsory Education and Training
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This 20 page paper examines the way in which post compulsory education is perceived in Britain. The paper looks at education for those over sixteen in the socio-economic, political, and cultural aspect. The writer also considers the underlying values, and the way that the current trends can be seen as reflecting the government policies and economic needs of the country. The bibliography cites 18 sources.
Filename: TE18plus.wps

The Positive and Negative Effects of French Immersion Programs
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This 10 page paper takes a look at political issues of French immersion programs, but primarily addresses educational issues. The success of language immersion--as well as pros and cons-- is discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The Prevalence Of School Violence (Ages 13-18) In The United States, China And Russia
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7 pages in length. The problem of school violence shared by China, Russia and the United States may reflect its presence in different nations, however, geography is the only separation when it comes to addressing this particular global issue. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
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Transition To Tertiary Education In Australia
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A 17 page paper. Most authors agree that the transition from high school to university can be very stressful. The first section of this paper presents a literature review on this topic, including a discussion of the most common adjustment issues these students face. The writer then presents a proposal to study the issue using the phenomenographic research method, a qualitative research approach. The study is based on the transcript of a forum group, using a semi-structured questionnaire (the transcript is not included). The writer provides an analysis of the results, showing the issues that emerged from the interview are the same as have been presented in the literature. The third section of this paper is a self-analysis of listening skills. While the interview was conducted in Australia, the text is applicable in any country. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Typical Math Lesson: U.S., Japan, Germany
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This 12 page paper provides a synopsis of parts of the book, The Teaching Gap by Stigler and Hiebert. A math lesson in each country is outlined, including data regarding the percentage of time, each spent on certain types of activities. The Japanese lesson included far more deductive reasoning. The writer then discusses Stigler and Hiebert's recommendations to initiate the lesson study approach used in Japan and how that might work. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Vocational Education Training In The United Kingdom
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A 6 page paper. For years, reports suggested that vocational education in other countries was far better than it was in the United Kingdom. Research studies made this conclusion but by 1995, that opinion was beginning to change. This essay reports and discusses some of the many initiatives that have been implemented in the UK over the last decade or so. The writer concludes that other countries should consider the type of vocational/occupational education training program in the UK because it is more flexible to meet the changing demands in the workplace. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGUKvoed.rtf