Essays and Research Papers on Classroom Management

9 pages in length. Despite what many expert scholars may decree, there is not merely one right philosophy of teaching. Educating the masses requires a vast array of techniques, rather than just one that is utilized for each and every instance. Indeed, variety is the key to a well-rounded education. The ...

In 6 pages, the author discusses John Dewey, his education, his influences on education, and the parts of his influences that are prevalent in school systems today. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

5 pages in length. The writer discusses Dewey's interpretation of the reflex arc, as well as addresses the Units of Behavior and the Practical Character of Reality. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 10 page overview of Standards-Based Assessments for the evaluation of teacher progress and qualifications. Discusses the need for the incorporation of such standards as well as the controversy and resentment these standards are often met with. Discusses the input which is necessary from all facets of the educational system to ensure adequate ...

Three sections comprise this 10 page paper which examines the at-risk population. Explored in the first two parts are the characteristics of at risk learners as well as potential manifestations. Key contributory factors are noted in the third section. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

School administrators have recognized that new teachers require more than education and positive teaching skills to be successful in the educational setting: they need the support of administration and other education professionals to assure their process of development. This 10 page paper considers the impact of mentoring programs in the high school setting and ...

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. ...

A 5 page research paper that examines the area of discipline in classroom management. This paper particularly addresses the strategies promoted by Lee and Marlene Canter in their book on assertive discipline techniques for classroom situations. Like many other professionals, the Canter stress the use of pre-intervention strategies and several of these techniques are discussed. ...

A 5 page paper which analyses the article "The intelligence-friendly classroom: it just makes sense" by Robin Fogarty as it relates to critical thinking and problem solving issues. No additional sources cited.

This 7 page report discusses the Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium’s standards and specifically outlines two areas that the writer addresses as the most important of the ten standards. Teachers must do more than merely ‘offer education,’ schools are now expected to ensure that all students learn and perform at high levels. ...

7 pages in length. Discusses Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligence and its use within the classroom. Howard Gardner claims there are at least eight different types of intelligence for all human beings and that no two people have the same intelligence profile. This paper explains how educators can make the most of ...

This 12-page-paper presents a detailed overview of the concept of cooperative learning. It opens with a concise definition of what cooperative learning is all about and moves into the various theories about its use and effectiveness. Research studies are discussed as well as some of the negative things that can occur. Suggestions on ...

This 21 page paper provides an overview of the current literature regarding the importance of phonological awareness as a component of reading success. This paper outlines a proposed study of early readers and assess the implications of differing reading programs and teacher strategies based in the concept of phonological awareness. Bibliography lists 16 sources.

In 5 pages, the author discusses different techniques that may be used for the problem of middle school discipline. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 10 page paper that addresses the question: who is responsible for a student's motivation to learn in the classroom, the parent or the teacher? There are valid arguments on each side of this question but there is another alternative that is more effective (and truer). The writer discusses this third alternative supported with ...

This 14 page paper discusses the different approaches for teaching beginning reading. A debate has raged for at least thirty years between those who support whole language approaches and those who support phonics approaches. Both camps do agree on certain aspects of reading instruction. These two approaches are explained and discussed, reporting the major ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the instructional method of cooperative learning, including a presentation of the pros and cons of this method. This paper also outlines tips for the more effective use of this method and describes a situation where the method would be most appropriately utilized. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This nine-page-paper presents a model assessment measure for the third grade. It opens with a discussion about various learning and education theories including Howard Gardener's Multiple Intelligence theories and Jean Piaget's developed theory of cognitive abilities. It moves into a detailed outline of the assessment tools to be used including descriptions of the tests in each ...

This five-page-paper presents an in-depth discussion in favor of continuing the semester final process at colleges instead of changing it to a weekly quiz to prepare for the final. Five points are illustrated favoring the final exam process including preparation for adulthood, less test anxiety, and the need for better study habits. Bibliography lists three sources. ...

A 5 page paper that discusses tardiness of high school students. Topics include reasons students are late and effects of their tardiness on themselves and the rest of the class. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 10-page-paper presents a detailed discussion on the benefits and detriments of today's distance learning in the classroom. It opens with a discussion about the many uses of distance learning then moves into several points about the benefits and the detriments of it. Cost, space and advantages to rural school systems are also discussed. The ...

A Worthwhile Challenge : This ten-page-paper presents and indepth discussion on the pros and cons of managing and online collabrative enviroment for learning . Bibliography lists eight sources.

A 5 page overview of the benefits of behavior therapy in treating attention deficit disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Defines the physiological basis of these conditions, their behavioral traits, and emphasizes the importance of changing this behavior through behavioral therapy rather than relying exclusively on drugs. Provides a brief review of the ...

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 ...

This five-page-paper presents a discussion on the benefits of using the progressive theory of education in the classroom. Examples of how it can be incorporated into each subject are given as well as a discussion on the need to temper progressivism with essentialism. Bibliography lists three sources.