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Kolb's Experiential Learning Theory
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A 6 page paper. The writer identifies the two experiential learning orientations/perspectives, then, outlines, reports and discusses the four stages in Kolb's model, which have also been referred to as the Learning Cycle along with other titles. The four learning styles based on the Learning Cycle are discussed. The essay then comments on the relationship of Kolb's model to the adult student's specific situation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGkolb07.RTF

Kouzes And Posner - Characteristics Of Leadership
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A 7 page paper that begins with an explanation of the five major leadership characteristics of leadership as identified by Kouzes and Posner in The Leadership Challenge. The writer comments on similarities of characteristics with transformational leadership. The writer then provides three examples of how these characteristics might be demonstrated in a school. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PGkozpsn.rtf

Kozol and Kidder
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A 5 page paper comparing the perspectives from which these authors wrote their books, "Savage Inequalities" and "Among Schoolchildren." Kozol has some scathing words for teachers, but he points his accusing finger at school administrators and state legislators more than he does teachers. Kidder tells the story of one inner-city elementary teacher that takes a far more positive approach. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KS-KozolKidder.wps

Kozol And Savage Inequalities
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Jonathan Kozol has become the 'Ralph Nader' of education, only his message is centered on the inequalities brought about by disparities in educational opportunities rather than finding the defects of products on the market. This 5 page paper answers a series of questions concerning the book, Savage Inequalities: Children in America's Schools. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KTsavine.wps

Kunjufu/Helping Black Boys
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A 6 page critique of Jawanza Kunjufu's Countering the Conspiracy to Destroy Black Boys, Volume III (1990). Kunjufu argues that the needs of black males are distinctly different from those of either white males or white or African American girls. It is the black boy who is typically cast as deviant in the public school system and Kunjufu refers to studies that identify many of these traits as simply being unique to the black male experience and development. This critique of Kunjufu's text looks at both its strengths and weaknesses and compares it to other literature dealing with this topic. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khjkunju.rtf

Lack Of Quality Teachers In Urban Schools
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A 5 page paper. There is a teaching shortage in America right now, which is leading schools to hire individuals who have emergency certificates rather than fully-trained teachers. It is urban schools that suffer the greatest lack of quality qualified teachers further perpetuating low achievement and high drop-out rates in these areas. It is also urban school districts where there is concentrated poverty. This essay discusses the reasons for the lack of qualified teachers in urban schools and provides data regarding this situation. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PGtchurb.rtf

Language Acquisition Principles: Immersion
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A 3 page paper which examines the conditions of immersion as it pertains to education and language acquisition principles. The paper summarizes/analyzes the article Dual-language immersion by Jennifer Esposito. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: RAimdu.rtf

Language and Communication Problems Associated with Learning Disabilities (ADD/ADHD) in the School Age Child
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A 5 page review of the impacts these conditions can have in the academic setting. This paper recommends data-based intervention. Bibliography lists 7 sources).
Filename: PPadhdComm.rtf

Language Arts
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This 5 page paper defines the concept of language arts and provides an overview. Specific techniques for teaching the art of listening, reading, and writing are provided. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA208LA.rtf

Language Arts Lesson Plans
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A 9 page paper providing plans for three lessons in language arts for eighth-graders. The plans address parts of speech using the Montessori approach; developing tongue twisters requiring prescribed parts of speech; and a study in adjectives. Practice and assessment material originates with history, specifically Lincoln's Gettysburg Address and Thomas Paine's "These are the times that try men's souls" quote from "The American Crisis" written in 1776. The plans follow Hunter's eight-step formula; the paper includes two assessment rubrics. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSeduLsnPlnLang.rtf