Students With Autism
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This 14 page research paper investigates the developmental disorder, autism. Autism is a disorder that appears in infancy and continues throughout the victim's life. Topics include: the characteristics of the autistic child and student; etiology; diagnostic process; and treatment programs. Research studies are reported as is the federal law that mandates the right to an education. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Autstud.wps

The Role of Teachers in Teaching Students with Eating Disorders
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This 11 page paper considers the role of teachers in enhancing cognitive, social, emotional and physical aspects of students with eating disorders. This paper outlines the implications for teaching students with eating disorders, with a concentration on the role of teachers in the educational model. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Assessments in Special Education
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One of the most challenging aspects of addressing student needs in Special Education is the process of student assessment to determine eligibility for services by Special educators and extended support personnel, to determine the student-oriented educational process that will be incorporated into a child's individual education plan (IEP), and to reflect gains, improvements and specific areas of concern for the child with a Special Education designation. This 3 page paper considers the scope of assessment and planning for children with disabilities, and determines the need for ethical use of assessment techniques. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Specass.wps

Texas Assessment of Academic Skills
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A 6 page paper discussing the successful usage of the Texas Assessment of Academic Skills. Topics include the assessment of proper strategies, which involves the commitment and involvement of the teachers, the understanding level of the students, as well as the notion of confidence in the strategy developed in relationship to the students success rate. Texas's students have been improving dramatically over the past few years, as a direct result of the assessment test, as well as proper strategies which are implemented prior to the taking of the test. Essentially, the success rate of the assessment test is a direct result of proper preparation which is directly related to strategy. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Taas.wps

"Childcare City" - A Business Proposal
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(7 pp) Although this is a fictitious childcare proposal, it is a given fact that the American family spends on an average, of about seven percent of its annual income on childcare. It is projected that "Childcare City" would be located in the Chicago area; yet it is also well known that as in most major cities in the United States, there is a relatively wide financial spread, therefore much of this organizational data has been gleaned from other parts of the country with the idea that an average will therefore be established. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: BBchlcty.doc

"Children Placed At Risk For Learning And Behavioral Difficulties" - Brief Analysis
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4 pages in length. The authors present a number of viable methods for implementing a school-wide system of early identification and intervention, not the least of which includes evaluating existing theory, knowledge and practice; providing ongoing professional development; screening young children in a proactive manner if they are at risk for learning problems as well as behavioral or emotional issues. No bibliography.
Filename: TLCChildRisk.rtf

"Crack" Use in Urban Schools
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(4 pp). The drug problem affects all types of students. All regions and all types of communities show high levels of drug use. Thirty percent of 1990 high school seniors in nonmetropolitan areas reported illicit drug use in the previous year, while the rate for seniors in large metropolitan areas was 33 percent. Although higher proportions of males are involved in illicit drug use, especially heavy drug use, the gap between the sexes is closing Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BBcrackT.doc

"Hunger Of Memory : The Education Of Richard Rodriguez"
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3 pages in length. Richard Rodriguez's Hunger of Memory speaks to the inherent challenge of ethnic survival within America's culturally-defiant society. The author's primary recollection of how he obtained his stellar education is that it had to be reached by means of significant compromise: Rodriguez all but shunned his Mexican heritage to earn the economic and social status he ultimately achieved. No additional sources cited.
Filename: TLCRichRodr.rtf

"Savage Inequalities" by Jonathon Kozol
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A 6 page paper which presents a basic book report, discussing each chapter briefly. The paper also discusses the sociological theoretical perspective presented in the book, and a personal reaction to the book. No additional sources cited.
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"The Water is Wide" : A Review of the Novel by Pat Conroy
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A 5 page review of "The Water is Wide", a novel chronicling the experiences of writer and educator Pat Conroy in 1969 on the near deserted island of Yamacraw off the South Carolina coast. Relates Conroy's trials, tribulations, and successes when charged with educating a largely illiterate group of student consisting of black fifth graders and older students. Recounts his innovative methods and perseverance which serve as an example to educators of the fact that one man can make a difference. No additional sources are listed.
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"Theological Perspectives on Christian Formation"
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A 10 page paper which summarizes the book "Theological Perspectives on Christian Formation" edited by Jeff Astley, Leslie Francis, and Colin Crowder. The paper also examines why Christian education is of such importance. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.
Filename: RAchrsed.wps