Peer Mediation
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12 pages in length. Discord among students is a normal, daily event at all stages and types of educational institutions, but it is the manner in which such antagonism is addressed that varies from school to school. A fairly new and acclaimed method of dealing with student strife employs the very students themselves. Peer mediation -- a method by which students counsel one another in order to overcome problems and conflicts -- is gaining momentum within school districts across the country. The writer discusses the various aspects of peer mediation, as well as includes an interview with students who currently take part in such a program. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Personal Understanding Of The Social Justice Educator
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This 2.5 page paper presents the author's own understanding of what it means to be a social justice educator. The writer notes, among other things, that this philosophy goes well beyond the 'color blind' approach and that it takes time for this educator to gain an understanding of the complexities involved in the larger political, cultural, economic and social issues. No bibliography.
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Personal Views On Education – Tutorial
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This is a 6 page paper that offers personal views about different aspects of education. The topics discussed include: the roles of parents and the community in education, including citations related to the effects of parent involvement; administration's impact on teaching; and the impact of the student population, specifically, the need to meet the needs of a diverse population. Tutorial comments and recommendations throughout the paper. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Piaget and Middle Cildhood.
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(5 pp). Jean Piaget wanted to understand how kids think. His reasoning was that, if he observed children's cognitive skills development carefully some patterns would develop. Recording and being aware of those patterns would then help him make some decisions about how we think and accrue knowledge as adults.This discussion will consider Piaget's theories of development for middle childhood. And for the sake of discussion we will define the age of that child between 7 to 11. It should be noted that humans, particularly children, seldom fit in any given development category one hundred percent of the time. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Political, Economic, Historical and Cultural Issues as Influences on the Trends, Policies and Reforms in the Educational System
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This is a 5 page paper discussing factors influencing the trends in the educational system. Political, economic and historical factors have had a great deal of influence on the trends and reforms which have occurred in the educational system over the course of time. Although education was a guaranteed right from each state in accordance with the U.S. Constitution, state legislation carefully implemented restrictions to certain populations within the general educational system. The 1950s and 1960s was a time which saw the greatest shift in the educational system due to a variety of factors. Firstly, the Civil Rights Movement led to the development of the rights of all citizens to an equal opportunity for education and the educational systems had to accommodate all citizens regardless of race and ability. Secondly, federal funding in regards to programs for the sciences increased dramatically upon the federal realization that the Soviet educational system was scientifically superior to that in the United States. Recently, the cultural shift which is taking place within the United States will also impact the educational system in regards to cultural policies, teacher education, linguistic programming, student population considerations and social programming among other factors influenced by the growing Hispanic population within the country. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Population Changes: Affect Upon California's Latino Students
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9 pages in length. As a result of the changing demography of Latino students within California's school system, it has become apparent that other changes have also taken place due to this shift in population that adversely affect the academic needs of the Chicano/Latino population at the elementary, secondary and post secondary segments of the educational pipeline. Humanity has been enduring an ongoing battle for centuries: the strained relations among the races. Despite efforts to put the past behind, signs remain at nearly every juncture that there still exists a strong sense of racial dissension. While many Caucasians do not see the problem being as severe as it is represented, Latinos angrily reply that the lighter skinned race has not had to endure such prejudice and, therefore, cannot begin to identify with the situation. Caucasian Americans do not interpret racism as a big problem, therefore, they do not see a need for government intervention. Similarly other United States minorities believe they often receive unfair treatment, as well, because of their race. However, assimilation into the California school system presents yet another obstacle for the growing Latino population. The writer discusses issues of academic interference, as well as addresses potential solutions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Possible Lives / Mike Rose's Perspectives on the Possibilities of the Young Mind
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This 5 page underscores the importance of Mike Rose's perspectives on children and the future of public education. It is Rose's assertion that children, especially children of color in impoverished communities, have had their possibilities stunted by the conditions of their upbringing and their exposure to underfunded public schools. But Rose's arguments are hopeful, and he views the opportunity for change and the possibility for success as major elements in his almost philosophical view of the current status of education. No additional sources cited.
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Pragmatism
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An 8 page paper that begins by defining pragmatism, metaphysics, axiology, epistemology and logic. The writer then explains and discusses the pragmatist philosophy as it applies to schools and education, using Dewey as a primary source. Some of the topics discussed include the nature and purpose of education, teacher's role, the connection between school and society, the curriculum and much more. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Preparing Students for the Job Market
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(5 pp) Looking for work is a full time job in itself, and not many people tell us that when we begin the job search. Students who are entering the job market must be aware of the job seeking process, as well as have tools at their disposal to avoid discouragement while they look for employment. Are there ways which students can be better prepared for this task? Our discussion will examine that question. Thesis statement: SCANS skills should be incorporated into multi-discipline lesson plans. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Professional Development/Middle School Principals
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A 6 page research paper on career development for the post of being a middle school principal. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Promoting Parents Involvement in Schools
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A 5 page paper which considers how schools should promote parental involvement in their children's education by examining how to encourage involvement, a budget proposal and plan to help remedy the current situation, and discuss whether public relations is an adequate solution to the problem. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Proposal - Gender Inequities In Education
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This 3 page paper is a proposal for a study focusing on gender inequities in education. The introduction comments on the purpose of the project. The literature research reports studies that demonstrate boys receive more attention from their teachers than girls. The writer comments on the importance of school as a socialization process for learning gender roles. The paper ends with a summary and suggestions for research. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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