"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.
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'Tracking' Or 'Ability-Grouping' Has Become Education's New Segregation
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This 5 page essay examines the problems associated with separating students into academic 'tracks.' Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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A Program To Combat School Violence
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This 15-page-paper presents an in-depth discussion on the origin and implementation of a student based survey regarding school violence. The purpose of the survey was to assist in the design of a curriculum for a pilot program in the prevention of school violence. It includes discussions about the significance of the investigation as well as the instrument used and the validity of the results. The bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: CWviolenc.wps

A Proposed Study for Evaluating the Benefits of Ability Grouping
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This 6 page paper looks at the benefits and detriments of tracking. Several articles are reviewed and a proposal for an experiment to show whether or not ability grouping is beneficial for gifted students, as well as other groups, is made. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA138SpE.rtf

Academic Achievement and Children from Single or Two-Parent Homes
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This 10 page report discusses the differences that exist in academic achievement of children from a single parent home and those from homes in which two parents are present. Convincing arguments have been made for all sides of the question. In fact, there are those researchers who believe that it is not possible to accurately determine a child’s academic progress or capability based on just the issue of whether they are from one- or two-parent family homes. For example questions should be asked about socio-economic status, whether the child has a meaningful and positive relationship with the parent living outside the home, and if the child’s parent has never been married, has been widowed rather than divorced, and whether or not one of the parents is a step-parent. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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ADHD: Journal Article Reviews
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8 pages in length. The writer offers a brief overview of five separate journal articles on ADHD. No additional sources cited.
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