Inclusion in Special Education
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This 3 page paper discusses the concept of 'inclusion' in the world of special education. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Inclusion of Autistic Children in Regular Classrooms
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A 5 page research paper which argues for the inclusion of high achieving autistic children in mainstream classrooms. The writer demonstrates that the range of abilities for children with this disorder can vary widely with some even have superior cognitive skills in areas not associated with the basic impairment. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Incaut.doc

Inclusion Of Students With Special Needs
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This 16 page paper explores the concept and practice of inclusion for students with disabilities. The concept of inclusion becomes extremely emotional and there is a great conflict about the efficacy of such programs. The conflict becomes especially heated when severely or profoundly disabled students are brought into the equation. This essay does not take any stance in terms of supporting or contesting the practice of inclusion, instead, the writer offers information about the process beginning with a historical perspective. Diagnosis of disabilities, intervention programs, and studies regarding inclusion are discussed. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Inclusion Programming & Addressing the Problem of Implementation for a Varied Population
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The word 'inclusion' has been widely used in recent years as more and more school districts recognize the call for 'least restrictive environment' in programming for special education students and relates to the side-by-side programming of special education and regular education students in classroom settings. This 25 page paper provides an overview of the current literature and then presents a description of the methods for conducting a study of students, outcomes, and teacher perceptions of inclusion programming. Bibliography lists 25 sources.
Filename: Inclprog.wps

Mainstreaming and Inclusion / Effects & Perspectives
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This 3 page essay discusses the effects of mainstreaming and inclusion programs on students with and without disabilities, on teachers and parents. Studies have indicated these programs can work given certain qualities and attitudes on the part of the teachers. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Special Education / Inclusion vs. Full Inclusion Programming
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Over the last two decades, debates have been waged regarding the premises of inclusion and full-inclusion programming for children with mild to severe disabilities. Inclusion programs in general have become a popular focus in Special Education programming beginning in the 1980s, when de-institutionalization placed many handicapped students into mainstream education and a focus on meeting the needs of a variety of Special Education students became a prevalent issue. This 5 page paper provides a brief overview of the debate and considers a possible study to prove the benefits of partial inclusion programming. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Specedu.wps

Horace Mann/ The Common School Era
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A 12 page research paper that examines the impact and influence of nineteenth century educator Horace Mann on the public school system and the formulation of this 'common school' philosophy. Mann's influence during the twelve years that he was secretary of the Massachusetts School Board effected lasting change not only in the public school system of Massachusetts, but also in the way that public schooling was perceived throughout the country. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: 90mann.rtf

Teaching the Handicapped
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A 10 page research paper that examines the latest information and techniques for teaching language skills to the mentally handicapped. The writer particularly focuses on children who have Down's Syndrome since these children are almost always mainstreamed into today's classrooms. Techniques, strategies, and how technology can be utilized to teach the handicapped are included. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: 90menhan.rtf

At-Risk / Gifted Drop-Outs
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A 6 page paper that supports the contention that at-risk, gifted students are more likely to drop out of school than their non-gifted peers. This paper supports this belief by representing the many extenuating educational and personal issues that are experienced by gifted students, and also suggests that the same educational structures that have been developed to support students may also trigger significant behavioral problems for many gifted children. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Bored Gifted Students
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A 9 page paper. Gifted students are bored and dropping out of school at a terrible cost to themselves and to the nation. Yet, the loss does not seem to be understood by the general public who seems to believe that these youngsters, because they are bright, should be able to make it on their own without special services. By not addressing this issue more directly and forcefully, the educational system is, in effect, giving tacit approval for an entire group of students to become underachievers. This essay discusses the results of gifted students not receiving special services. A brief overview of students who are both gifted and learning disabled is also provided. The writer concludes that the school system must address this issue to allow these students to develop their potential. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PGgiftd.wps

Morals Education / Should Schools Teach Morals ?
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A 5 page essay discussing the controversy surrounding the inclusion of morals/character/values education in the school curriculum. The separation of State and Church prohibits schools from teaching religion yet some educational theorists would have schools teach morals and values. The question arises: how can values and morals be taught without reference to their Christian and Jewish origins. Research has revealed that previous character education and values clarification programs have had no noticeable effect on students. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Motivational Techniques for Elementary School Students
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A 12 page paper discussing theory and technique underlying both students' intrinsic motivation and the extrinsic factors of motivation supplied by the teacher and peers. Finally, research has shown what seasoned teachers have known for years—only the students remaining active and involved will retain sufficient levels of intrinsic motivation for enhancing their learning activities. It is essential that teachers maintain an atmosphere of creative expectancy rather than encouraging only learning by rote in the elementary years, particularly for the gifted student. While most students' interest in school subjects wanes with age, allowing a gifted student to languish in boredom ahead of his classmates almost assures losing that student far too early in his age progression. Bibliography lists 23 sources.
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Teaching Science to Gifted Elementary Students
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A 14 page study on methods for teaching science to gifted students. Report contains an explanation of study's importance, literature review, methodology, and several illustrative charts. The writer goes into great detail concerning the effectiveness (or lack thereof) of various teaching methods. Approximately 20 sources are listed in bibliography.
Filename: Gifted2.wps

Curtailing College Sports Gambling / Proposal
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A 6 page model proposal on ways to curtail college student betting and game fixing on sporting events. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Frindle By Andrew Clements
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A 5 page report and analysis of the Frindle by Andrew Clements. The writer provides a literary analysis of plot and presentation through a synopsis of the book. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PGfrndl.wps

Student Freedom of Expression
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This 13 page report discusses the freedom of expression available to and exercised by students. Repression of student expression in the United States is still present in the daily life of both educators and students ranging from elementary school through university. This report examines the overall issue, as well as litigation that has taken place regarding student freedom of expression at both the state and federal levels. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: MHfreeE2.rtf

Theoretical Approaches to Second Language Acquisition
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This 10 page paper relates the issue of second language acquisition and the application of specific theories to the development of programming for adult ESL learners. This paper relates the ESL elements to LI and L2 adult literacy in this area. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: MHESLth_

Internet Use in the Educational Setting
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This 5 page paper considers the use of the Internet in the educational setting and the basic reasoning behind the integration of this kind of technology in the classroom setting. This paper then goes on to suggest areas that need to be evaluated in terms of Internet access and use by students, including access to pornography through the World Wide Web, the lack of general regulation of the Internet, and the disadvantages and advantages of using this kind of technology. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: MHEduca7.wps

Moore & Kearsley/ 'Distance Education'
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A 10 page research paper that addresses the topic of distance education covered in the book by that name by Michael G. Moore and Greg Kearsley. The advent of the Internet and other technologies have brought distance education into the mainstream and this paper discusses factors that distinguish it from traditional classrooms, as well as its special requirements. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Telecommunication: Assisting Education
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10 pages in length. How has telecommunications technology advancement assisted with educational technology, funding and career advancement? It is nearly impossible to overlook the many benefits that are inherent to such programs as distance learning, video conferencing, interactive multimedia, knowledge-based systems and the Internet. Contemporary students have been given an opportunity unlike any who have studied before them: the chance to mold their educational needs to fit their individual lifestyles. The writer discusses the benefits of telecommunications technology as it relates to funding, career advancement and the business world. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Teledu.wps

The Use of the Web/Internet in Higher Education
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This 14 page research study provides an overview of the current literature regarding the use of the World Wide Web and Internet in higher education, including distance learning programs and the use of Web/Internet access as a component of instructional models. This paper also relates the concerns regarding this type of computer use and the implications for educators. Bibliography lists 25 sources.
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Historical, Parent, Teacher and Student Perspectives on What is Valued in Education
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This 20 page paper considers the historical, parental teacher and student perspectives on what is valued in education, and reflects upon the significance of these values in the shaping of modern calls for educational restructuring. This review of the current literature is comprised of educational journals and books that present both theoretical and social perspectives that shape a view of the problematic nature of the educational system and the directives for change. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: MHeduval.wps

Sleeter & Delpit / Education And Social Change
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A 6 page paper that considers the issues of racial and cultural differences within educational settings and considers the role of educators in the process of social change. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Social Change & Education
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Social change in the educational realm is discussed and compared to the rest of society in this 10 page paper. Issues of race and gender are discussed in terms of how far society has come and how education has treated such issues. The American education system's resistance to pop culture is also included along with reference to its embrace of social programs. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Social Change and Rising Education Costs
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A 5 page paper which discusses social change as evidence for rising costs in public (secondary and elementary) education. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Edusocos.wps

Physical Education / Effects on Children's Health
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A 14 page research paper exploring studies regarding children's level of fitness, health status, and whether or not physical education exercise improves their health. Educational studies have been conducted on the effects of exercise and physical education since the 1950s, yet, despite the results of the studies, PE programs are historically reduced or eliminated as costs rise and budgets shrink. Is this practice in the best interest of the children? Is there evidence of sufficient gains to warrant a cry from the public to retain, and in fact, to improve physical education programs? The writer of this paper offers research suggesting this is exactly what should happen. Specific research studies are described with statistics regarding the health problems already showing up in children of all ages.
Filename: Pehealth.wps

Equality In Education / Physical Disabilities
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A 15 page research paper that explores several aspects of the physically disabled child. Topics include an overview, stereotypes of the physically disabled, legal mandates, attitudes of peers, parents and parents of children without disabilities, what inclusion means, inclusion programs and strategies that work. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: Physdisa.wps

Issues of Inclusion
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The Education of the Handicapped Act enacted in 1975 initiated a change in the educational system of the United States. Full inclusion began to take hold in the 1980's. Full inclusion is a term used to describe the placement of children with disabilities in a regular education classroom with children who do not have disabilities. While the normalization of children's lives through their education placement is important, students' education needs should take priority over the philosophical aspects of placement. Many would say that a policy of segregation would be in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and against the principle of least restrictive environment. Placing all children with disabilities in general classroom settings, without regard to individual needs, because it reflects current ideas about best practice, does not support the least restrictive environment concept nor the goal of providing appropriate educational programs for all children. This 5 page paper explores the issue of inclusion on disabled and non-disabled students. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: KTinclus.wps

Special Education / Harmful Labels for 'Slower' Children ?
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A 5 page analytical look at special education and the effects of labeling children as such. The special education system as it currently exists is largely criticized. Special education's positive attributes are cited as well but the writer argues that one of the worst existing problems occurs when children are mislabeled as 'special' education and just 'thrown' into some classification that is really unnecessary. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Comparing Teaching Methods for Students with Dyslexia
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A 6 page research paper that focuses on current methods of teaching dyslexic children. The writer concludes that the 'tried and true' methods based on dyslexic pioneer Samuel Orton and new therapies that incorporate recent research on how dyslexia impacts one hemisphere of the brain are the best methods available. Biography lists 6 sources.
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Determining Dyslexia's True Cause
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A 20 page paper discussing dyslexia in terms of its status as a learning disability and of current research, and from the perspective of guidance counseling. The broad term of 'learning disability' generally is reserved for Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Dyslexia. More severe restraints on learning also affect general intelligence, which neither ADD nor dyslexia does. In all respects aside from those of the specific afflictions, sufferers of these learning disabilities not only possess average intelligence, there also is a significant percentage of them whose intelligence level is considered to be far above normal. The official word on causes of these learning disabilities is that the cause is unknown, but several researchers believe there have been some important questions answered in the last several years of research, including a link to abnormalities in the brain's processing of certain sounds. The paper proposes a questionnaire-based study centered on school guidance counselors. Bibliography lists 29 sources.
Filename: Dyslexic.wps

Dyslexia And Information Communication Technology
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A 5 page paper that discusses dyslexia and information communications technology. The writer begins with a brief introduction to dyslexia and what kinds of remediation have been found to be most successful. Specific ICT programs are then discussed in terms of how they can help the student with dyslexia with both writing and studying. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Dyslexia Controversy in Treatment
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This 7 page paper provides an overview of conventional and controversial treatments for dyslexia. The paper takes the position that visually oriented treatments should not be used until, or unless, a causal relationship is found. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: SA25Dysl.wps

Letter Reversal & Dyslexia
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A 20 page proposal designed to demonstrate the impacts of academic and behavioral interventions on the process of letter reversal in dyslexic children. Bibliography lists 39 sources.
Filename: Dyslexia.wps

Single Subject Study Of Letter Reversal
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A 10 page research proposal that supports the hypothesis that children with dyslexia who currently reverse common letters and letter combinations can be 'trained' through specific techniques, to reduce the level of reversal that occurs. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Teaching Dyslectics
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A 7 page paper which discusses the latest methods used in teaching people who suffer from dyslexia. Dyslexia is a fairly recent discovery in the academic and scientific world. People who suffer from dyslexia have more often than not, been left alone, the instructors believing that these individuals have no capacity to learn. There have been many programs, however, that have discovered that through diligent and slow moving efforts, dyslectics can achieve a very great level of achievement in reading and writing. Various programs and approaches are discussed herein. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAdyslex.wps

Inclusion Programs For Students With Mild Learning Disabilities
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An 8 page research paper investigating the effectiveness of inclusive education. Innovative approaches historically result in controversy and conflicting evidence in the field of special education. The requirement for the 'least restrictive environment' must be analyzed in terms of the efficacy of any approach in terms of really meeting the needs of the students involved. This writer reports research which offers a third alternative to the pull-out or inclusion-only approaches to delivering these critical special education services to students with mild disabilities. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Inclus.wps

Diagnosing ['Labeling'] Learning Disabled Children
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9 pages in length. A research paper on learning disabilities, their origin, and various types. The writer discusses problems encountered in diagnosing and labeling learning disabled children and concentrates on several common aphasias and dyslexias. Bibliography lists 12+ sources.
Filename: Learndis.wps

Adolescents with Learning Disabilities
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A 10 page essay on the plight of adolescents with Learning Disabilities. Workers in the field of learning disability have debated for 30 years about how to define just what it is that they do. While the debate goes on, though, the workers continually seek ways to help those students affected. Historically, the focus of learning disabilities work has been with students of elementary age. With the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act in 1990, adults have received increasing attention, leaving adolescents, as ever, literally caught in the middle grounds. The focus is changing, though, as educators increasingly realize that they have a short time remaining with these students in which to make a lasting difference in their lives. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Adoldis.wps

Career Education & The Disabled
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Approximately 4 pages discussing 'Career Education For the Cognitively Disabled (Slow Learning) Adolescents.' Good for those studying education, child psychology, abnormal psychology etc; Bibliography lists 12 comprehensive sources.
Filename: Careerdi.wps