Essays and Research Papers on Classroom Management

A 3 page paper that reviews an article entitled Developmentally Appropriate Child Guidance: Helping Children Gain Self-Control. The article discusses rule setting, communication and examples. This writer is highly critical of this article and supports the criticism. Bibliography lists 1 source.

(6 pp). This education project addresses the use of the computer as a valuable learning tool. Major areas of study will be 1) access to technology in the classroom; 2) cognitive learning and technology; 3) multimedia learning combined with 4) instructional software (Toolbox); and 5) ethics and technology in the classroom. Activities, games, ...

An 8 page discussion of the importance of computer utilization in the modern educational environment. The author reviews a current article from the professional literature attesting to the fact that computers are beneficial in this environment. The contention is presented, however, that in order to gain the most benefit we must insure that ...

(6 pp). This education project addresses the use of the computer as a valuable learning tool. Major areas of study will be 1) access to technology in the classroom; 2) cognitive learning and technology; 3) multimedia learning combined with 4) instructional software (Toolbox); and 5) ethics and technology in the classroom. Activities, games, ...

An 8 page overview of both the advantages and disadvantages of computers in education. The author emphasizes computer technology should be balanced with other educational approaches. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4 page paper examines the assumption made by some educators that books are better than computers in the educational setting. This paper examines the foundation of this assumption and seeks to determine the validity of such a premise. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 11 page paper considers the issue of computer-based instructional models as they apply to the developing area of educational technology. This paper considers the evolution of the area, the role of computer-based instructional models, and discusses the potential and actual benefits for educational improvement. This paper also makes predictions about future trends ...

The New Reading Teachers Assistant: This five-page-paper presents a discussion on the benefits of using a classroom computer to instruct students in reading skills. Bibliography lists two sources.

This 7 page paper provides an overview of this issue. Increasingly, the use of computers in the classroom setting has been viewed as a necessity for emerging learning models. Researchers have argued that the earlier students are exposed to computer learning models, the earlier they will develop the necessary skills to demonstrate true ...

This 35 page paper provides an overview of a study of educators views on the training for computer use in the classroom. This paper outlines why computer use has become important, what current systems are in use, and why educator training is important. This study includes a questionnaire survey of educators. Bibliography ...

A 3 page paper discussing strategies for increasing effective student-teacher communication. The paper discusses the use of interactive writing and feedback forms, both of which are paper-based. It also discusses the use of email and class-group chats for those students with access to both a computer and the Internet. Bibliography lists 3 ...

A 3 page research paper that offers the student a guide to writing the findings for an action research project that surveyed teacher knowledge and skills pertaining to the basic use of computers. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 3 page research paper that discusses developing a workshop for K-2 teachers of diverse classrooms, in which the students are primarily Spanish-speaking English language learners. The workshop details how to go about integrating technology, in the form of a computer diary project, into instruction. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 10 page paper discussing constructivism as it applies to the concept of whole literacy teaching. The practice of using writing to enhance reading ability and contribute to overall literacy is an old one, but it is being used in new combinations in today's search for the most effective means of teaching our children. ...

This five-page-paper provides an outlined suggestion for teaching the elements of sentence structure to second grade students. Bibliography lists five sources.

This 10 page paper considers the impact of the use of buddy journals in elementary education as a means of enhancing reading and writing skills. This paper outlines the views presented in the current literature and then incorporates a proposed study. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

(4 pp) Today, we think of teaching writing as a process of "scaffolding'" or supporting children's language development in ways that broaden the writer's expressive possibilities, deepen his/her understanding of written language and text, and socialize the young writer into the role of literate adult. It is our responsibility and challenge to ...

An 11 pager paper on teaching writing at the primary level. The writer describes new research outlining the most effective teaching methods as well as the National Standards for English Language Arts. Various techniques for assessment are discussed as well. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the book “Writing and the Writer” by Frank Smith, and discusses its validity in terms of students and writing. The paper also uses other sources in examining Smith’s perspectives. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 10 page paper looks at this elementary education topic. How to teach reading and writing properly is explored and the importance of individual evaluation when necessary is emphasized. The whole language versus phonics controversy is discussed as well. Dyslexia and other learning disabilities related to reading are included. Bibliography lists 9 ...

An 8 page paper discussing the use and benefits of writing portfolios for high school English students. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 3 page paper begins with general comments about integrating technology into the classroom and includes an example from a 2nd grade classroom to demonstrate the use of technology even at very early grades. The paper then provides an outline of a lesson module for grades 6-8 entitled Family Budget. Objectives and outcomes are identified. ...

This 11 page paper is divided into two parts. Part 1 discuses the history of technology in education and instruction and the purpose of technology. Part 2 reports a few studies that reveal enhanced learning when today's technology is incorporated into the lesson design. In some cases, specific applications or Web sites are identified. ...

This 4 page paper discusses a project for middle school students in which they will use technology in all parts of the project. The project is designing a future city and is multidisciplinary in nature. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper analyzes the impact of technology on education as compared to 10 years ago. Also examined are the benefits of how new technology can help the student in the classroom. There are five sources cited.