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Intercultural Communication, 2008.
This paper discusses the interaction between people from different cultures.
3,300 words (approx. 13.2 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 94.95
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In this article, the writer looks at the topic of intercultural communication and discusses that this is an academic field of study that aims to look at how people from different cultures interact with each other. The writer notes that culture can simply be considered as the basic values, attitudes and behaviors of a certain group of people most of the time. The writer maintains that as there is a significant influence of the different cultures on human interaction, it is no longer affordable for the ordinary American to remain ignorant of these cultural diversities. Therefore the motivation to learn more about global cultures was never greater than it is today. The writer concludes that for this very purpose many universities in America and elsewhere are today offering inter cultural communication programs whose objective is to enable people, groups, and organizations to function effectively across borders and cultures, to respect other cultures, and to be more sensitive to the values and attitudes that they hold dear, and at the same time, to be better able to communicate with each other.
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"There are various examples of cultural filters in the corporate environment and beyond. Attitudes to the labor market form an important cultural filter. Some cultures prefer lower pyramids of management, where the employees are prepared to take more responsibility for their own work, and management is considered to be a facilitating, rather than imposing presence. In other cultures, relatively higher pyramids of management are acceptable, thus resulting in the employee giving less importance to self-responsibility. Taking the example of employee training, it would be essential for the trainer to be aware of the cultural leanings of the groups in question in order for the training to achieve its objectives. The trainer can elicit reactions such as unwillingness or disinterest if his training methods assume a personal responsibility towards the learning process, whereas the employee is used to being "managed". This confrontation can be avoided through better cultural understanding."
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The Use of Technology in Classroom Curricula, 2008.
An examination of the factors that affect the success of the incorporation of technology into classroom curricula.
2,044 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 64.95
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This paper discusses the use of new technology, specifically computers and the Internet, in education. The paper looks at how this technology offers teachers an effectual and informative way to enhance educational instruction and variety for their students. The paper also discusses the factors that influence the effectiveness of the incorporation of technology into classroom curricula.
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"Similarly, Fleming, Motamedi, and May (2007) found that pre-service teachers who had experience with technology in college would more likely be favorable of including high-tech instruction. The purpose of their research was to see if modeling by university professors and practicum and cooperating teachers was related to pre-service teachers' perceptions of their computer technology skills and if pre-service teachers' use of technology in academic and other settings was related to those perceptions. In the study, at the end of the semester during which they completed their student teaching, 79 pre-service teacher education students responded to a questionnaire concerning their training experience and computer technology skills. The results suggested that the more extensively pre-service teachers observe computer technology being used and the more they use computer technology in and out of the student teaching classroom, the more likely they would be to report competence in the computer technology skills. It appears by these findings that as pre-service teachers observe models and obtain hands-on experience with computer technology, they will feel more proficient with their skills and feel more comfortable in including this approach in their daily instruction."
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Adult Education, 2008.
This paper explores two articles on the topic of adult learning; "Adults as Learners", by Stephen Lieb and "Issues in Understanding Adult Learning", by Stephen Brookfield.
1,409 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 46.95
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The paper first examines the article, "Adults as Learners", by Stephen Lieb, which discusses the characteristics of adult learning. The paper contrasts this to the article "Issues in Understanding Adult Learning", where Stephen Brookfield challenges the concept that adults have a radically different pattern, style and willingness to learn from the way children and adolescents learn. The paper looks at the impact of these two articles on the training and development field and concludes that the tips provided by Lieb will allow adults to be taught new material, while at the same time the concerns of Brookfield should be given attention. The paper notes that as the need for learning expands to a global level, it is important to determine which of the experts is correct.
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"Andragogy is the term used for the theory of adult learning. The theory was developed because experts in the field of learning recognized that educating young students produces an entirely different set of circumstances and needs, than educating adults brings forth. Students who are not yet adults bring very little to the table by way of life experiences and the education path is significantly more instructor driven than adult learning situations can create(Noe, 2004). For this reason the adult learning theory was created."
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Illinois Standardized Testing Program, 2008.
Argues that the Illinois standardized testing program is not helping students overall.
1,570 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 51.95
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This paper focuses on the types of instruments, data and instructional strategies available to raise the students' scores in reading on the Illinois standard achievement test and the standardized testing the state requires of all students. The writer believes that standardized testing should not be abolished but rather that it measure what the students are actually learning. The Wilson School in Chicago Heights, Illinois, is used as an example of the standardized testing issues faced by this state and its children. The writer recommends adjusting the testing program to meet five goals, which are much more important for students than their specific scores on a test.
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"The third grade students have been the focus group tested by the state in reading on the ISAT for years. The existing data records for 1999-2001 show the percentage of students at the local (Wilson School), state, and district levels who have failed to meet the state standards in reading at the third-grade level. Data for the third-grade teachers at Wilson can also be found through their university transcripts and professional development records kept in the central office files."
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Contextual Factors in the Classroom, 2008.
This paper explores how contextual factors affect the teaching/learning process in the mathematical classroom.
1,637 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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The paper discusses community, classroom and student characteristics that include geographic factors, community and school population, socio-economics, race/ethnicity, community stability and classroom rules and routines, grouping patterns, scheduling and arrangement and how they affect the teaching/learning process. The paper explains that contextual factors also acknowledge the impact of aspects like attitudes, perceptions, expectations, abilities, gender, socio-cultural background and maturity on every learning experience. The paper also looks at how community, classroom and student characteristics influence instructional planning and assessment.
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"It generally goes without saying that contextual factors play an important role in mathematical classroom via the way they affect the teaching/learning process. Among these factors are environmental (geographic location), community and school population, socio-economics, race/ethnicity, community stability, political climate and community support for education as well as classroom factors represented by rules and routines, grouping patterns, scheduling and classroom arrangement. Student characteristics should also be examined when designing instruction and assessing learning, such as age, gender, race/ethnicity, special needs, achievement/developmental levels, culture, language, interests, learning styles/modalities and skill levels."
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Pre-instructional Learning Activities, 2008.
A discussion on effective structuring of student learning.
1,287 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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The paper discusses pre-instructional activities, such as semantic webbing, graphic organizers and KWL charts, which allow the teacher to access the diverse prior knowledge of each student in order that new learning can be anchored into existing schemes. The paper states that, as mathematical concepts are not necessarily universal, pre-instruction activities can help uncover inconsistencies between prior knowledge, while helping to prepare students on how the concept will be taught in the classroom. The paper also states that pre-instructional activities can be used at the beginning of a new unit or when introducing a new concept in order to help students to focus upon what they already know and to see where the lesson will be going.
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"In addition to pre-instruction activities, visual aids and cooperative grouping, there are many other strategies that go into making instruction successful in a diverse classroom, such as repeating and re-phrasing. Clearly, explaining and repeating key terms helps convey the consistent meaning of important phrases frequently used in the classroom on the basis of ongoing learning. According to Furner, Yahya and Duffy, "Because math requires unique vocabulary, syntax, semantic and discourse skills, repeating and re-phrasing are especially important in the mathematics classroom" (2005). In the best classroom scenario, students will be developmentally ready to learn content area information and skills although lacking the sophisticated language proficiency to easily grasp the task at hand. Given the complexity of mathematical language, it is sometimes necessary to simplify terms, such as in word problems, so that students can focus on higher-level math while continuing to learn the requisite language. Abedi and Lord examined the impact that wording and understanding of language has on mathematical testing and found that simple revisions of wording and linguistic modifications of word problems helped to increase the accuracy of mathematics tests so that students were being assessed on their math skills and not language abilities (2001). Specifically, by using familiar or frequent vocabulary, active verbs and shorter phrases and rewording relative and conditional clauses, the ability of English Language Learners improved and led to success on standardized tests. "
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Read 180, 2008.
A research proposal to evaluate the Read 180 computer program.
1,470 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 48.95
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This paper proposes a research methodology to explore the effects Read 180 has on students with clearly identifiable disabilities or impairment as well as students with learning disabilities not associated with traditional disabilities or impairment. The proposed research will also examine the effect adaptations to Read 180 would have to assist students' with specific needs arising from cultural, socio-economic factors that may impede learning.
Outline:
Methodology
Sampling
Population
Instrument
Research Strategy
Research Design
Results
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"The sampling procedures and rationale for following them are as follows. The sampling procedures will involve an assessment of two classrooms of fifth grade students from two separate schools. Sampling will include students with learning disabilities as described by the research questions presented for this study. Sampling will also include a classroom of no less than 20 students not utilizing the Read 180 system or a multi-faceted approach for learning. This will enable the researcher to compare the results obtained from special needs classrooms using diverse approaches with the results obtained from classrooms using traditional approaches to learning and achievement. "
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Study Skills and Learning Disabilities, 2008.
This paper explores study skills for students with learning disabilities.
727 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 25.95
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The paper relates that learning disabilities can make studying more challenging, as it can be more difficult to process, understand and retrieve information. The paper discusses a study by B.E. Proctor, F. Prevatt, K. Adams, A. Hurst and Y. Petscher that indicated that students with learning disabilities demonstrated weaknesses in study skills in comparison to students without learning disabilities. The paper explains eight strategies that may help all kinds of students learn effectively and achieve academic success.
Outline:
What is a Learning Disability?
Study Skills of Students with Learning Disabilities
Eight Strategies for Effective Studying
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"The term "learning disability" is used to describe a wide array of difficulties that manifest in different ways (Milsom & Hartley, 2005). By definition, students with learning disabilities may demonstrate weaknesses in one or more areas involved in learning. These areas include: spelling, reading, writing, speaking, listening, thinking, and mathematics (Milsom & Hartley, 2005). The manner in which learning disabilities manifest is unique to each individual (Milsom & Hartley, 2005). Learning disabilities can make studying more challenges, as it is often more difficult to process, understand, and retrieve information. Strategies to aid students with learning disabilities can help in developing understanding, the achievement of better grades, and furthermore increase self-esteem and confidence."
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"Teaching Children Dance", 2008.
This paper provides a book review of "Teaching Children Dance" by Theresa Purcell Cone and Stephen L. Cone.
913 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 32.95
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The paper examines the book, "Teaching Children Dance", which advises teachers of children from kindergarten to fifth grade how to teach dance in a meaningful and educational way. The paper relates that the text contains dance lessons that are simple enough to teach children, but still contains an overview and a philosophical belief in the value of dance as an art form. The paper maintains that this book should be read by all elementary school teachers anxious for practical advice on incorporating dance into their lesson plans, creating dances and explaining the need for dance to parents and administrators.
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""I can't dance." How many times have you heard an adult say this, at a party or even at a family function like a wedding? Probably many times. How many times have you heard a child say this? Probably never. How do we lose this fluidity of motion and love of our own physical capabilities? Some might say that it is lost because school forces children to sit all day in their seats in an unnatural posture, and hems in their natural, human love of movement. One solution to this dancing dilemma is provided by the engaging, practical and informative text Teaching Children Dance."
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Philosophy of Education, 2008.
A discussion on progressivism, social reconstructionism and existentialism versus essentialism and perennialism.
1,546 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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The paper presents a discusson on progressivism, social reconstructionism and existentialism (student-centered philosophies) versus essentialism and perennialism (teacher-centered philosophies) and states that teacher-centered philosophies do not benefit students as much as student-centered philosophies, which put the students needs first. The paper contends that teacher-centered philosophies are outdated and of little use in today's modern world. The paper concludes that schools need to realize that teacher-centered philosophies that are authoritarian and conservative do not benefit students as well as student-centered philosophies that focus on the individual needs of the students.
Outline:
Philosophy of Education
Teacher-centered philosophies
Essentialism
Perennialism
Student-centered Philosophies
Progressivism, Social Reconstructive Existentialism
The Failings of Essentialism and Perennialism
High Standards and Standardized Testing
Core Beliefs of Teacher-centered Philosophies
The Benefits of Student-centered Philosophies
Benefits of Progressivism
Benefits of Social Reconstructionism
Benefits of Existentialism
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"These philosophies teach at the student rather than inclusively to the student thereby forcing the student to rely mainly on rote behaviors that have been proven mediocre at best for true learning and integrating information in a useful and meaningful way. "There are, of course, those kids, who can slide away from the hassles of daily life and can "mentally process" the rote material forced on them, thus achieving "high marks." Those are not the average kids. They are the minority." (Kemper, 2007, pg.2) It is true that essentialist adhere to high academic standards. How do they achieve these goals? Standardized testing is a component of this philosophy and we have all witnessed its failings in the American educational system today"
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Technology in the Classroom, 2008.
A literature review on the adoption of technology in the classroom by higher education faculty.
4,611 words (approx. 18.4 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 119.95
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The paper researches the many factors that affect the adoption of technology into the instructional practice of faculty members. The paper relates that each of these different factors must be given due consideration by administrators. The paper relates further that adoption of technology must necessarily take place across the scope of faculty duties, including instructional use of technology. The paper discusses the work of Mary Douglas and is of the opinion that the administration should carefully analyze the types of groups and groupings that exist within the educational institution in order to implement technology in classroom instruction. The paper makes use of several graphs, tables, and figures.
Outline:
The Principal Proposition
The Interactive Proposition
The Speculative Proposition
Summary and Conclusion
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"In 1989, 38 CEOs came together and founded the 'Cable Alliance for Education', which as a non-profit foundation created to provide support to excellence in education. This consortium was an alliance among cable operators and networks that had as their aim "serving teachers and students...across the country, and based on the premise that powerful technology and rich content can make learning happen." (Marshall, 2002) The educational philosophy that served as a guide was that each student and teacher has a right to five elements that are essential to a good education in the 21st century."
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Elie Weisel, 2008.
A discussion on the issue of whether the works of Elie Wiesel should or should not be taught in schools as part of the curriculum.
1,327 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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The paper discusses the criteria for the inclusion of literary works into the educational system and then raises the question of whether noted historian Elie Wiesel's "Night", based on the Holocaust, is a suitable choice. The paper elaborates on the many reasons for the inclusion of the book and concludes that the study of the Holocaust will address one of the central functions of the educational curriculum: how to be a responsible citizen.
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"On the English side of the curriculum, the reading of Elie Wiesel would be a question of whether it fits into the established literature curriculum. The purpose of teaching literature is not only to teach students to read but, more importantly, to expose them to a diverse array of variety in literature. Thus, most literature curriculums include a course on British literature, world literature American literature, and modern literature. Because Elie Wiesel is Romanian born and Jewish, reading his books in class could fit into the curriculum on the basis of exposing students to a particular ethnic and religious form of literature."
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Gender and Academics, 2008.
This paper reviews an article by Lea Hubbard entitled, "The Role of Gender in Academic Achievement".
1,363 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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The paper discusses the article, "The Role of Gender in Academic Achievement" by Lea Hubbard, which deals with issues such as the study of low-income African-American public high school students.
The paper states that the findings of this qualitative study suggest that gender and variables other than ethnicity and class distinctions are a prime determining factor in the performance assessments and achievement levels of African-American public high school students.
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"The above assertions are dependent on the qualitative research method using a sample of 30 highly successful, low-income, African American public high school students. It should be noted at the outset that the study is limited in terms the extent and range of its data sample. This not only refers to the emphasis on the low income selection and the category of 'successful student," but also to the important fact that the sample group is the participant in the AVID program. While this does not necessarily invalidate the findings of the study, it should be borne in mind as it indicates the parameters of the study and affects any generalized assumptions that can be derived from the research. This is essentially an ethnographic based qualitative study, and, as will be become evident in this review, this form of research method has obvious limitations in terms of validity and overall worth as a research methodology."
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Mentoring to Improve Academic Achievement, 2008.
An analysis of the relationship between academic achievement and mentoring in schools.
1,577 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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This paper examines the role of the mentor in the academic achievement of low-achieving students. It focuses on the history of mentoring, the description of the mentoring process and the relationship between mentoring and student achievement. The paper concludes that in most cases mentoring is a process that benefits both parties and assists in improving conditions in the academic setting or in the workplace.
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Abstract
Introduction
The History of Mentoring
The Mentoring Process
The Relationship Between Mentoring and Student Achievement
Conclusion
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"As it related to academic achievement, the researchers focused on two measures of academic achievement: test scores and grades. The research results found that the mentored students in the first cohort were more successful academically that the students without mentors by the time 8th grade was completed. On the other hand, the mentored students in the second cohort actually did worse than the students without mentors. The researchers point out several reasons for the differences between these groups. One factor being the differences between the academic statuses of students in these groups. In addition, the participants were chosen differently between the two groups. The first cohort consisted of students that were chosen by teachers and the second was chosen randomly."
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The Issues of Tomorrow, 2008.
This paper looks at the global, business and education issues of the future.
2,695 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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The paper discusses the major relevant global issues, enhancing ethical considerations, forming interdisciplinary curricula and teams and incorporating socio-cultural differences into a whole. The paper reveals that the next 20 years are going to be the most telling on the future of the world. The paper concludes that what we need is a unified human effort without socio-cultural barriers working as an interdisciplinary team to develop creative solutions.
Outline:
Global Issues
Ethics
Interdisciplinary Education
Sociocultural Relationships
Critical/Creative Thinking
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"According to J.E. Rischard, the World-Bank's vice president for Europe, the next twenty years will be the most important for the world's survival. Two major issues concern everyone--the precipitous population growth and the new economy. The world will be going from 6 billion people today to about 8 billion by 2020-2025 in less than one generation. Second, a world-wide economic revolution focused on markets and very inexpensive technologies has changed societies and led to greater dislocations than ever before. Earlier industrialized nations had to learn how to deal with transforming energy and materials. Now the emphasis is on time and distance. This new economy rewards efficiency and speed, global networking, continuous learning, and total reliability. Any organization that cannot compete will have a difficult time surviving."
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Intervention Programs for Behavioral Disorders, 2008.
An examination of prevention intervention programs for children with behavioral disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
2,479 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 75.95
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This paper discusses social skills training programs within schools that are implemented in order to combat behavioral disorders among children. The paper specifically focuses on the most common behavioral disorder among children, which is attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It looks at the role of prevention intervention programs for children who have these behavioral disorders.
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"The role of prevention interventions with children who have behavioral disorders can not be stressed enough. It is of the utmost importance that attention be focused on ensuring that behavior disorders among children do not develop into anti-social behavior later on. Furthermore, children with behavior disorders that exhibit aggressive and oppositional behavior are at risk for the development of serious anti-social behavior that can persist into adulthood. Bauer and Webster-Stratton (2006) determined that training programs for parents are an effective means of promoting positive parenting and strategies for discipline, as well as enhance the child's social skills, emotional self-regulation, and ability to solve problems. These researchers also suggested that family doctors can play a role in prevention by practicing developmental surveillance of patients with behavior disorders in order to prevent disruptive behavior problems, address the concerns of parents, and nurture the healthy development of the children's social and emotional competency."
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Discipline, 2008.
A look at the need for the school principal to take an active role in disciplining students.
1,155 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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This paper relates that in order to truly understand the need for administrative disciplinary support within the classrooms, one first needs to understand what the classroom discipline problem is and why teachers alone are unable to provide effective classroom management, and should not be expected to. To provide an idea of the disciplinary problems found in the classroom, this paper will take a brief look at the challenges created by the increasing number of students with behavioral and/or emotional disorders.
Outline:
Introduction
The Need for Administrative Disciplinary Support
The Principal's Role
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"Finally, as has been previously alluded to, the principal must also act as an administrative resource to the individual classroom teacher. By resource it is meant that the principal must devote time and money towards educating classroom teachers on disciplinary issues and classroom management strategies. The school should devote in-service time to this topic, along with having the administration open to teachers to come and discuss disciplinary questions and issues with them."
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The Problem With Bribes, 2008.
A book review of Alfie Kohn's work "Punished by Rewards".
1,611 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 52.95
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The paper discusses Alfie Kohn's work "Punished by Rewards" that explains why teaching children or encouraging workers according to a rewards and punishment system undermines long-term educational success or superior performance at work. The paper explains Kohn's beliefs on the dangers of incentives and motivations that merely enforce compliance rather than stimulate excellence. The paper looks at how Kohn believes this system to have originated from Skinner's theory of behaviorism. The paper concludes that although ideally one would like this work to be true, following every principle of his advice would require a huge disruption in the way we currently teach elementary school children and employ entry-level workers.
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"Do you remember receiving a gold star every time you did well in grade school? While you might have delighted in the shiny, gold sticker, did that gold star motivate you to do a stellar job the next time you studied for a quiz? Perhaps. But did it stimulate your interest to learn more about the material that was being tested? Probably not. According to Alfie Kohn's work Punished by Rewards, this is why teaching and raising children according to a rewards and punishment system is dangerous. Although using gold stars and candy bars may work in the short run, ultimately it does not translate into long-term educational success or superior performance at work."
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