Making a Difference: Effecting Academic Achievement Through a Sense of Community and Recognition of Cultural Diversity
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An 8 page discussion of one principal’s plans to intercede in the downward spiral of academic failure which is confronting the students of her elementary school. The key to her plan is emphasizing a sense of community at the elementary school and modifying teaching methods to take into account the cultural variability which exists there. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPschlPr.rtf

Massachusetts Special Education
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Least Restrictive Environment : A 5 page paper that discusses one of the changes in the special education laws in Massachusetts. The most recent update of the state's regulations included provisions for the least restrictive environment. This is the area that is explored in this essay. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGspma2.wps

Massachusetts Special Education Update Analyzed
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A 5 page paper. In December 2000, the Massachusetts legislature revamped Chapter 766, their special education regulations. This essay analyzes the change from maximum feasible benefit to free and appropriate public education. The writer uses the McKinsey Report and Burdge's social impact assessment to discuss the effects of this change. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PG766.wps

Math for Students with Learning Disabilities
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5 pages. This article critique provides a guide to use that will include several important points. One of these is that there is a clear specification of the problem under investigation as well as the background of the problem. The significance of the study is discussed as well as the potential contribution to educational theory. The research and practice that is necessary for this study and finally, the hypothesis and data collection procedures are critiqued. Major strengths and weaknesses of the research are also pointed out. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: JAmthdis.rtf

Math Software: Disabled High School Students
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A 5 page paper which examines how math software could improve the word problem solving skills of disabled high school students. The paper also illustrates why this is an important subject to study, and provides a literature review to support this perspective. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: RAmathwr.wps

MCAS Testing In The Massachusetts School System: Problems
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10 pages in length. The Massachusetts' educational system has long struggled with the challenge of scholastically reaching each and every student. However, the decision to employ the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System as a means by which to academically evaluate the student population has come under a great deal of criticism for its broad-brush application. At the core of the debate of whether or not MCAS testing is equitable for all students is the fact that it has proven to be significantly prejudice in its application, with at-risk, minority and otherwise academically disabled students experiencing the severest consequences. In some levels, students can not advance to the next grade level without passing the exam. From the outset, this particular student population faces considerably more challenges than their counterparts, in that they have to struggle just to achieve a modicum of understanding. It has been noted how in decades gone by, teachers were under no obligation to accept a student who brought unusual challenges. MCAS testing has demonstrated that this perspective has not been abandoned for a more realistic approach to educating the masses. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TLCmcas.wps

McGill Action Planning System (MAPS)
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A 10 page paper. The McGill Action Planning System (MAPS) is also referred to as Making Action Plans. This is a process that was developed to help identify a student's future goals and then to begin laying the foundation for individualizing the transition services. It was originally designed to help move disabled students into the regular education classroom. This paper describes the process used, including the seven questions that are the basis for the planning process. A case study of one elementary student is included. The writer comments on the variety of ways in which this system could be used to help students with disabilities. bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PGmaps.rtf

Memory And The Learning Disabled Student
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A 20 page paper. This essay offers a brief overview of learning disabilities, including the function of memory. The writer then provides general information about the memory and how it is developed. Finally, the writer offers a number of suggestions for improving the memory of learning disabled students. A vast number of topics are discussed in this paper. Bibliography lists 33 sources.
Filename: PGldmem2.wps

Mental Retardation
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A 5 page paper. Between two and three percent of the American population has some form of mental retardation. This paper discusses the definition, incidence, and etiology of mental retardation. It concludes by identifying prevention interventions. Statistics included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGmnrt.wps

Mentoring Programs:
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This 29 page paper examines the role of mentoring programs in the United States and their impact upon schools and communities. This paper gives a history of mentoring, sources of funding, and the varying kinds of programs available as well as their benefits and successes. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: GSMentor.rtf

Metacognition and Learning: The Importance of Instilling Metacognitive Skills in Learning Disabled Students
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A 6 page overview of the process of metacognition and how it relates to the learning process. The process of metacognition can be broken into two broad components: the understanding of what is required to solve a problem and effecting the appropriate strategies to solve that problem. While metacognition is an inherent process for average and advanced learners, metacognitive skills must be taught to learning disabled students. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPmetaCg.rtf

Middlesex School Proposal / Activities For The Handicapped
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A 7 page paper outlining a plan for extracurricular handicapped activities for students. The writer proposes a means by which to get this started, and explains the need for such activities. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Middlesx.wps