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Remedial Reading Services in Public Schools, 2008.
An analysis of the No Child Left Behind Act and issues of teacher preparedness and teacher beliefs with regard to remedial reading in public schools.
24,015 words (approx. 96.1 pages), 132 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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The paper examines the relationship of teacher preparedness, teacher beliefs (i.e., philosophy, instructional approaches and curricula) and the availability of remedial reading services on adequate yearly progress (AYP) in reading in New Hampshire public schools. It discusses the history of the No Child Left Behind Act and the definition of 'highly qualified' when it comes to teaching. It then examines the concept of adequate yearly progress and the issue of third-grade readers and phonetic ability.
Table of Contents:
Review of Related Literature
Introduction
Highly-Qualified Teachers
No Child Left Behind and Adequate Yearly Progress
Teacher Retention
Language Literacy
The Importance of Learning to Read
Reading Assessment
Remedial Education and Cooperative Learning
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"The first way is to ensure that each group member is responsible not for everything that the group does but for a specific and unique part of the group task (Courtney, Courtney, & Nicholson, 1994). The second way is for students to be completely and individually responsible for their own learning (Courtney, Courtney, & Nicholson, 1994). When either one of these things are done, it ensures that each student does an adequate amount of work because he or she must perform a specific task in order to be graded fairly (Courtney, Courtney, & Nicholson, 1994)."
"Students who do not perform this specific task will bring down the grade of the entire group but it is quite likely that the group itself will work with this individual and not allow one person to pull down the grade of others who are working hard to ensure that they learn all that they can and that their grades reflect this new learning (Courtney, Courtney, & Nicholson, 1994). One study that looked at group grades within the higher education spectrum indicated that there were many reasons that these students felt cooperative learning was a good idea (Courtney, Courtney, & Nicholson, 1994)."
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Abilities Grouping, 2008.
Examines issues and problems of abilities grouping in the schools.
4,390 words (approx. 17.6 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 115.95
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This paper discusses the problems associated with abilities grouping in the schools. The author begins by explaining the reasoning and history of abilities grouping and then goes on to examine the negative consequences of such a system. The paper then argues that, instead of abilities grouping, assessment must be linked to more appropriate examples of actual intelligence levels, rather than structured and biased tests.
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"The arguments in favor of abilities tracking attest that when instructors are given a group of students who are comparable in their abilities they then have less struggle teaching them. Additionally, proponents of ability tracking also claim that the value of tracking, to identify those who are in need of additional help is crucial to their later success, even if that later success is inclusive only of remedial expectations. Some experts argue that ability grouping is not ability tracking and that the milder form of (ability grouping) is actually very helpful to students and instructors, as it attempts to meet needs with abilities, not only on the part of the student but also on the part of the educator."
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Improving Student Attendance, 2008.
A discussion on the poor attendance at West Side Junior High School in East Chicago and recommendations for improvement.
909 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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The paper addresses the problem of poor school attendance at West Side Junior High School in East Chicago. The paper highlights the reasons for the poor attendance and offers possible solutions to theproblem. The paper recommends that the problems can only be improved with the co-operation and participation of the entire school community.
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"All of these strategies are positive reinforcement strategies, rather than negative reinforcement strategies like suspending students ("Attendance Incentives," 2007, NY State Education Department). It is important that students retain a positive attitude to school and to the potential of adults to help them during this crucial development period. In a recent study of high-performing schools that were once low-performing schools, one of the most common features was that students helped develop the school's vision and norms, and assumed responsibility for translating the school's purpose to the community. The students also planned school celebrations and community events when attendance as a school improved ."
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Educating Toddlers in the Home, 2008.
A look at the importance of early learning.
765 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 27.95
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This paper discusses the critical learning period that children experience between birth until they enter kindergarten, and describes the work carried out by 'Kidsource', a national educational and healthcare organization. The paper gives some suggestions that Kidscouce make to help parents encourage their children to learn.
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"With this in mind, Kidsource, a national educational and healthcare organization, recommends that parents follow a systematic program to accomplish the program outlined above. Some of the suggestions regarding reading are that the parent read stories to the toddler, and encourage the child to create a play about a story and act it out with a friend, to draw a comic strip and share it, to go to the library and check out a book and to have a family reading night. In preparation for math, a parent can play "store" with the child and a friend to add, subtract, divide, multiply and make change with money. Listening to classical music with a toddler actually creates an ability to support mathematics later on. Making a graph of something, such as the popular activities of friends, finding patterns in nature or in buildings, and playing games having to do with numbers also brings a small child knowledge and familiarity with mathematical concepts (Kidsource 1)."
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Corpora in Promoting Second Language Learning, 2008.
An analysis of the benefits of using corpora in the classroom in order to promote second language learning and a discussion of how teachers can overcome the difficulties of its use.
3,197 words (approx. 12.8 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 92.95
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This paper examines how the use of corpora in the classroom would facilitate second language learning. The paper also discusses how the English as a second language teachers could overcome the difficulty in teaching English vocabulary in context through the use of the corpora. The paper hypothesizes that use of corpora will facilitate second language learning by contextualizing the taught vocabulary and providing a real discourse.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Definition of the Problem
Importance of the Study
Research Objectives
Research Hypothesis
Literature Review
Computer-based Corpus
Applying Vocabulary
Current Knowledge of Corpus Benefits
Methodology
Subjects
Instrument
Procedures
Data Analysis
Validity and Reliability
Scope and Limitations
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"The scope of the study is to measure whether there is significant benefit in using corpus based materials over traditional methods for second language vocabulary learning. It is acknowledged that there are various limitations which the study must impose. The first of these is that the study is limited only to the one language school, and although there are a spectrum of students who attend the school, the results of the study may not translate into identical results when the study is taken outside of the school. In order to assess whether current curriculum structure should incorporate such methods outside of the language school in which the study is conducted it may be necessary to conduct a much large longitudinal study, involving several language schools in different areas."
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MRSA on American University Campuses, 2005.
This paper is a research plan of a study to be conducted on whether attending University increases the risk of acquiring methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria, and the implications of this.
772 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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The purpose of the study is to assess whether those attending a university in the USA are at risk of acquiring methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in the university setting. The risk is assessed by determining whether there are higher incidences of MRSA carriers in the university setting than in other areas of the community, as this may signify that those carrying MRSA have acquired the bacteria through university attendance. As a secondary objective, the study aims to compile a set of recommendations which would aim to reduce the likelihood of contracting MRSA in the university environment.
Outline:
Introduction
Purpose of the study
Methods
Required Readings
Anticipated Bibliography
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"The second phase of the study would comprise of a direct study of students at my university, in order to discover the numbers of students who currently carry MRSA. A sample of students would be selected, with selection being based upon that student not being at particular risk of MRSA, i.e. not having been hospitalized in the last year, or having undergone surgery of any kind within the last year. There may also be other exclusions which would be included from the findings of the literature review. These students would then have samples taken in order to test for the presence of MRSA; such testing would need to take into account participant confidentiality. The literature review would be used in order to elucidate a specific method for sample selection, using articles involving similar successful studies.
"From the findings of the testing for MRSA, it would be possible to establish whether there are indeed higher levels of MRSA in the university population by contrasting the results with any results obtained in the literature review; it may also be possible to contrast with results from other universities. The results can also be used in order to aid in the composition of recommendations to reduce the risk of contracting MRSA while attending university."
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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
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"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
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"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.
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"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
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"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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ASAC Code of Ethics for School Counselors, 2008.
This paper is discusses the ASAC's Code of Ethics for school counselors and reflects on personal ethical dilemmas found with this code.
1,356 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper acknowledges there are often times when the ASAC Code of Ethics and what is "legally" right comes into conflict with the counselor's personal values. The counselor is sometimes forced to make a decision that goes against his or her personal values. The ASCA's Ethical Standards for School Counselors were adopted by the ASCA Delegate Assembly, March 19,1984, and were revised on March 27, 1992, June 25, 1998 and June 26, 2004. The author anticipates a difference in ethical practice due to a conflict between personal values and ethical practice in the area of certain confidentiality obligations governing disclosures to the court system that are required when the release of confidential information may potentially harm a student or the counseling relationship. This paper discusses and reflects the authors personal ethical dilemma with the ASAC Code of Ethics and how he plans to deal with the conflict.
Outline:
Introduction
Duties as an ASAC Counselor
Confidentiality Obligations
Conclusion
From the Paper
"These confidentiality obligations above extend to the circumstances under which a drug abuse program may disclose information about a student's disclosed drug use to the counselor. In this case the disclosure is made only to those individuals within the criminal justice system who have a need for the information in connection with their duty to monitor the patient's progress (e.g., a prosecuting attorney who is withholding charges against the patient, a court granting pretrial or post trial release, probation or parole officers responsible for supervision of the patient). For this disclosure the student must have also signed a written consent that must state the period during which it remains in effect. This period must be reasonable, taking into account both the anticipated length of the treatment and the type of criminal proceeding involved, as well as the need for the information in connection with the final disposition of that proceeding."
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L1 Transfer versus Universal Grammar, 2008.
A complete research project to analyze the concepts involved in the L1 (native language) transfer versus universal grammar debate.
9,580 words (approx. 38.3 pages), 38 sources, APA, $ 196.95
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This paper explains that adults learning a second or foreign language often produce errors or nonnative substitutions, including a foreign accent and normative grammatical utterances. To study the issue of L1 (native language) transfer versus universal grammar, the author uses a critical review of relevant peer-reviewed and scholarly literature and a survey of Mexican-American second language learners living in California concerning their views on these issues. The paper concludes that the knowledge of grammar in one language does not necessarily translate into an efficient use of grammar in another language. Included with the paper are several graphs, charts and tables.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of Study
Importance of Study
Rationale of Study
Overview of Study
Definition of Terms
Review of the Literature
Background and Overview
L1 Transfer
Universal Grammar
Discussion
Table: Recapitulation of L1 Transfer Studies
Table: .Recapitulation of Universal Grammar Studies
Methodology
Data Analysis
Summary and Conclusions
From the Paper
"Following a period of relative inattention during the Renaissance, an wide range of concepts of universal grammar emerged which were no longer tied strictly to Latin; instead, grammarians began to consider what is universal in human languages to the "particular" or "special" properties that serve to differentiate one language from another. In this regard, Thomas reports that Johann Heinrich Alsted provided a useful definition of "general grammar" in his 1630 Encyclopedia as 'the pattern [norma] of every particular grammar.'"
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Educating Adolescent Females about STDs, 2008.
A research paper examining the effects of educating adolescent African- American and Hispanic females about sexually transmitted infections in small groups.
15,002 words (approx. 60.0 pages), 56 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper aims to to identify an effective sex educational model for the adolescent African-American and Hispanic female population. It then aims to measure the outcome of knowledge retained and behavior modification changes by the cohorts as compared to the knowledge retained and behavior modifications by the control group who were exposed to Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) education by traditional large group educational methods, such as the school sex health education (SHE) format. It compares the intervention group's knowledge with the control group, exposed to an interactive small group educational approach.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Chapter 1: Introduction
Statement of the Problem
The Purpose of the Study
Research Questions
Hypotheses
Variables
Definition of Terms
Assumptions
Limitations
Scope
Delimitations
Chapter 2: Review of Literature
Chapter 3: Methodology
Part One
Part Two
Part Three
Part Four
From the Paper
"Because resources are by definition scarce, identifying what source of sex education adolescents prefer represents a good first step in developing timely interventions. This was the focus of a recent study, "Adolescents' Preferences for Source of Sex Education," by Somers and Surmann (2004), wherein the researchers examined adolescents' preferred sources of sexual education (e.g., peers, family, school, media, professionals, etc.) concerning a variety of topics, and whether patterns varied for each gender, race, grade, and economic group. The study group used by Somers and Surmann consisted of 672 adolescents of both genders, three race/ ethnicities, and varied economics and geography. These researchers determined that overall, parents were clearly the preferred source of sex education by this diverse sample of adolescents; the next preferred sources for adolescent sexual education were school and peers, but the media, siblings, and self were not generally endorsed as preferred sources of sex education (Somers & Surmann, 2004). These researchers also identified some variations by demographic groups in their findings (Somers & Surmann, 2004)."
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Educating Homeless Children, 2008.
An research paper addressing the problem of how to educate homeless children.
7,847 words (approx. 31.4 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 170.95
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The paper deals at length with the problem of homeless persons and states that while the homeless population is increasing steadily, the number of children amongst this population has seen the steepest incline. The paper reports that the Institute for Children and Poverty has shown that nearly millions of adolescents are experiencing homelessness. This staggering number means that nearly 2% of all children and approximately 10% of all poor children in America are presently homeless. The paper deals extensively with the problem of educating homeless children by exploring the strategies and tactics put forward by the McKinney-Vento Act in educating homeless children.
Outline:
Introduction
Background of the Study
Current Issues in Government Policies
Statement of the Problem
Significance of the Study
Purpose of the Study
Research Questions
Methodology
Research Method and Design
Data Collection
Data Evaluation
Definitions of Homelessness and Problems Associated with the Definition
The Educational Rights of Homeless Children
Strategies Implemented
Conclusion and Discussion
From the Paper
"As mentioned above, during the 1970's the streets of America, during the night, were increasingly being occupied by adults and children alike for spending their nights. This phenomenon was exposed by the media and the social advocates along with the policy makers chipped in to being a social change particularly in the education sector. However, research shows that more people, particularly families with small children, are homeless today than they were in the 1970's and the number is steeply rising (Hafetz, 2003). Burt (2001) argued that the while the country progressed economically all through the 1990's, the trickle down affect of this progress could not be seen. In fact, on the contrary, the housing industry got more pressure, which resulted in the increased rents and lack of affordable housing (Burt, 2001). Therefore, homelessness has once again got the front page attention from the media. "
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