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TAKING RELIGION SERIOUSLY ACROSS THE CURRICULUM
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This 5 page paper discusses the book by Warren Nord and Charles Haynes. Examples and quotes are cited from the book in support of including religious instruction in the school curriculum. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: MBedcurr.rtf

Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Educational Issues, Section II
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This 12 page paper considers the problems in the modern education system and existing controversial issues, providing an overview of each side of the issue. This paper outlines the components of the book Taking Sides (11th Edition, Sections 11-21) in order to best consider the arguments presented and discuss the possible implications of the perspectives presented. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: MHconte2.wps

Tanaka/Interculturalism
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A 6 page research paper that explores the text The Intercultural Campus, Transcending Culture & Power In American High Education by Greg Tanaka (2003). This text outlines the macro social forces that work against the goals of multiculturalism and also outlines a possible course for remedying these drawbacks that can tremendous further the cause of achieving a harmony among a diverse population. Tanaka outlines a strategy that has proven effective for promoting communication between ethnic and racial groups. While Tanaka's model applies this approach at the university level, there is no discernible reason why such an approach would not also work with younger age groups, beginning with students at the middle school level. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khtanaka.rtf

Tannenbaum's 'Slut'
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A five page paper which looks at Leora Tannenbaum's 'Slut: growing up female with a bad reputation' with reference to young women's sexual behaviour, the 'double standard', and the role which educators should play in eliminating the form of bullying known as 'slut-bashing'. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: JLslut.rtf

Tanner on the Problems with Bad Research
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This 3 page paper examines Daniel Turner's article "The Social Consequences of Bad Research" and argues that although he makes some very good points, he too is biased and shows it through his word choices. Bibliography lists 2 sources
Filename: HVTanner.rtf

Tardiness: An Examination of Student Achievement in Relation to Motivation and the Outward Manifestation of Low Motivation, Tardiness
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A 12 page discussion of the numerous factors which influence tardiness and motivation. Emphasizes that tardiness is the outward manifestation of a number of factors but in particular of low motivation. Suggests that it is within the control of the teacher to change this motivation in many instances. Increased motivation results in lower rates of tardiness and increased academic performance. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: PPtardy.doc

Task Analysis
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This 5 page paper first defines task analysis, then explores the uses of within special education. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KTtasana.wps

Task Analysis/Homework & Friday Folders
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A 3 page research paper that offers task analyses of two procedures for the elementary classroom: homework and the use of Friday folders. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khtaska.rtf

Taxation & School Revenue
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A 3 page that summarizes 2 articles on school finance. Currently, as policymakers, legislators, and other stakeholders search for the means to meet the goals of the No Child Left Behind Act and achieve educational reform, a principal question that recurs is how public education should be funded. This examination of this question summarizes two journal articles on this topic that address this debate and how it addresses issues of taxation and school revenue sources. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khtaxsr.rtf

Teacher Appraisal And Supervision
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A 10 page paper that begins with comments about the development of the fields of human relations management and human resource management. The writer next defines supervision and discusses the controversies with the definition and the concept of supervision. There is an inherent dichotomy within the practice of supervision – on the one hand, it is a practice that is supposed to help teachers improve but on the other hand, it is a practice to ensure accountability. A similar dichotomy exists with the concept and practice of appraisal. The purposes of supervision and appraisal are each explained and discussed. Why teachers dislike supervision and appraisal is also reported. The last section introduces the 360-feedback process as one that could lead to more effective supervision as well as more effective appraisals. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: PGtchapr.rtf