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Student Retention, 2008.
An analysis of the factors impacting student retention for institutions of higher learning and possible solutions to the problem.
5,323 words (approx. 21.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 131.95
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This paper discusses the problem of student retention for institutions of higher learning. The paper first discusses the factors that contribute to low retention levels, from the point of view of the institution and the individual. The paper then looks at ways that may improve the situation. It focuses specifically on personal coaching as a means of helping individuals set their personal and career goals.
Table of Contents:
Literature Review
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Presently, the main problem facing the coaching industry is the lack empirical research supporting the efficacy of coaching. The personal advantages of coaching remain mostly anecdotal in nature and the majority of studies done to date are based on phenomenological research. Grant (2004) argues that coaching has outgrown its current proprietary knowledge-based status, and many coaches are advocating a shift toward more research that will provide theoretically grounded, evidence-based knowledge to support it. It is necessary to collect and analyze what is presently known about coaching into a coherent, well-defined body of knowledge with shared terminology and theoretical base so that consumers, researchers, professional associations and interested individuals can have a concrete and verifiable source of information to which they can turn. Life coaching is a supportive intervention that, when utilized to enhance performance and achieve satisfaction, holds the potential to prevent dysfunction and enhance the quality of life for many. To assure that life coaching will have a positive social impact, more empirical outcome studies are needed to validate its usefulness and provide evidence based knowledge for both consumers and coaches (Maynard, 2006)."
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Qualitative Research Methods in Education, 2008.
A review on qualitative research in the field of education.
2,501 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 76.95
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This paper addresses the question: What has the greatest negative
impact on children's learning?: (1) socio-economic status or, (2) race. The paper states that to explore this issue, the following qualitative data collection approaches are used: (1) interview studies (2) participant observation, and (3) historical review. The paper describes the sampling and data collection procedures used to capture information on student learning, and analyzes the findings in this area.
Outline:
Interview Studies
Participant Observation
Historical Studies
Conclusions
From the Paper
" A key distinguishing feature here in historical analysis is the fact that many other methods fail to consider two plausible solutions to a question or problem. The historical approach suggests that both race and socio-economic status may be equally to blame for negatively impacting children in education and in life situations. This idea is not touched on in the works of other researchers analyzed for this study. This confirms the theories presented by Lin who suggests that a combination of approaches in qualitative research is most likely to provide the most accurate outcomes. "
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Promoting Self-Esteem Through Mentoring, 2008.
This paper assesses the effectiveness of the "Tall Buddy" mentoring program in elementary schools.
4,875 words (approx. 19.5 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 124.95
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The paper relates that the 'Tall Buddies' program provides younger children with older mentors in hopes that it will encourage them to improve their self-esteem, resolve behavioral issues and improve their reading scores. The paper provides a literature review that supports the theoretical basis for the 'Tall Buddies' program. The paper shows how 'Tall Buddies' is an excellent resource for schools that wish to improve their reading scores, boost student self-confidence and reduce behavioral problems.
Outline:
Section 1: The Problem
Section 2: Literature Review
Section 3: Procedure
Section 4: Evaluation
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Teachers struggle to find new methods to help at-risk students. Reading proficiency is closely tied to self-esteem and the absence of behavioral issues. The theory behind "tall buddies" is that students learn best from their peers because they can relate to them. Tall Buddies provides younger children with older mentors in hopes that it will encourage them to improve their self-esteem, resolve behavioral issues and improve their reading scores."
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Science and Math, 2008.
This paper discusses the teaching of math and science and looks at both traditional and more innovative ways of teaching.
943 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 33.95
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In this article, the writer discusses how the reform movements impacted the teaching of math and science. In addition, the writer looks at the differences between traditional teaching and current practices in mathematics and science. The writer notes that the absence of a national curriculum means that how children learn varies greatly, yet the increased demand for accountability through frequent national standardized assessment limits curricular innovation on the part of teachers, as more conceptual learning may be more time-consuming and take longer to show immediate results. Additionally, the writer points out that current educators may not be familiar in the ways to teach such subjects. The writer concludes that when contemplating educational reform in math and science, America seems to be caught in a paradox--America demands quick, demonstrable improvement but is unwilling to relinquish local control, current testing standards, or different ways to fund and teach scientific and mathematical concepts.
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"Ever since Horace Mann began his innovative educational reforms in the public schools programs of the 19th century, American education has tended to stress practical skills in its curricular approach and local control of schools. These two impulses have often existed in tension, as Americans have strived to remain competitive in math and science education and wish to see gains in the performance on standardized tests by its nation's youth. However, there is often great resistance to changes in the ways that such subjects are taught and standards are set by government agencies.
"Math and science education is seen as vital for the nation, economically, and also in terms of its national security. The resolve to put a man on the moon was accompanied by a new emphasis in technical education. "
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ADD/ADHD Students, 2008.
A brief psychology study skills guide for ADD and ADHD students
737 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 26.95
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This paper provides a study skills guide for the subject of psychology in the high school setting for students with ADD/ADHD. Specifically, the subject students study is applied psychology, which focuses on applying psychological principles for psychologists working as social, sports, developmental, organizational or clinical psychologists.
Outline:
Study Skills for Remembering Basic Information on Topic
Study Skills for Graphically Organizing Information
Physical Changes Student Can Make to Improve Outcomes
From the Paper
"ADD/ADHD students often find it difficult to organize time efficiently to complete tasks. One way to assist them so learning is maximized is by creating a calendar, and on each day of the calendar outlining what skills and information the student should study or learn on those dates (Dennison, Schwiebert & Sealander, 2002). The authors note it is important that teachers work with students in multiple classes to help them learn a teacher's unique learning style so the student can better track materials, "course content and assignments" and even work with students to "modify tasks and instructions to help a student stay focused" (Dennison, Schwiebert & Sealander, 2002, p. 3). "
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Accountability for Schools, 2008.
This paper explores the use of testing and data to measure school improvement.
1,614 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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The paper discusses the accountability movement in schools, which is a relatively recent trend that associates reward and praise with success on exit data. The paper refers to the No Child Left Behind Act, which is a federal guideline of requirements that offer incentives as well as punishments for failures in the data. The paper discusses the arguments about the use of high-stakes testing but points out that data is not simply one set of test scores; creative ways to create and use data can be accomplished in any learning environment to help reward learners as well as call attention to their individual needs.
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"Educators and school administrators are continually being asked to master a new set of skills with relation to understanding and hopefully improving the school environment within which they work, but more importantly the ability of the students whom they work with. The development of the accountability movement has led to a distinct emphasis on data as a rich source of solutions for whatever ails the school. With careful interpretation of the data on the part of the administrators and other educators the school will learn what can be done to strengthen such weaknesses, as are found in the date and develop better strategies to achieve greater success. This in turn means better data, at which point the process begins all over again with a new set of data for a different period."
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Community College Success Programs, 2008.
This paper explores the challenges facing Hispanic students within the current community college system.
3,080 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 90.95
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The paper provides a review of literature that details successful practices for the improvement of the educational attainment of Hispanic students in the community college environment. The paper seeks to understand successful programs in the earlier grades, as successful preparation is often the key to success for any student seeking higher education. The paper also shows the testing and financial trends in colleges that present major barriers to the Hispanic population. The paper suggests that the answer may lay in specific cultural resource offerings from outside sources such as additional family and peer/mentor support that can make the difference in these students' academic success.
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Introduction
Review of Literature
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Social and cultural diversity is clearly one of the United States' most promising cultural circumstances, as such cultural diversity affords the nation opportunities for growth and development beyond the status quo and if embraced opportunity for a broader world view in the modern global environment. Valuing such cultural diversity is a talking point in any discussion regarding civic social responsibility and national development and yet such discussion has not currently led to major strides in development and growth of the individuals who comprise such diversity and this is particularly true of the Latino population."
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Special Education, 2008.
A discussion about the problem of retention and turnover rates of public school teachers, which is an issue of continuing concern in education.
756 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 26.95
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The paper states that one of the most concerning issues with regard to education in the United States is the fact that there is an increasingly alarming shortage of teachers in the system. The paper mentions that the difficulty associated with this problem would seem to some to be that there are too few quality teachers to fill the available positions, but the reality, statistically, according to many educators is that teacher retention and turnover rates are astounding. This paper discusses that this creates a demographic group of teachers who are highly skilled and effective but who resist working in their original field of choice for many reasons and the attrition rate among special education teachers is particularly troubling.
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''In an interview study of beginning special educators, Kilgore and Griffin found that novice special educators reported different problems from their beginning colleagues in general education. They often described themselves as insufficiently prepared, frustrated, and exhausted. The compounded pressures unique to inexperienced special educators have also been noted by Rosenberg.''
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