Essays and Research Papers on Education Politics

This 15 page report discusses the ways in which the frameworks of educational supervision must be developed within the framework of those aspects of an individual’s personality and talents that best accomplished specific goals. Addressing the process of developing a hybrid platform of supervision based on one individual’s strengths and characteristics requires that those same questions be asked and answered honestly. ...

A 6 page paper which examines how certain amendments in the Constitution relate to education. The amendments examined are the 1st, 4th, 5th, 8th, 10th, and 14th. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page paper discussing education in the U.S. since the 17th century and how it's become more and more bureacratic. No Bibliography. Edubea.pws

This 8 page paper looks at the subject inclusive of a review of relevant literature and makes recommendations. The position of the paper favors affirmative action in this context in order to improve stereotypes of women as well as to help women to achieve in such professions. Bibliography lists 8 sources

A 4 page paper which examines how race is manifested in education practices and material. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 6 page paper explores social theories and describes some forms of education as an elitist system within a system. Class is highlighted and race is touched on. Several authors are noted inclusive of Zimmerman, Marx, Weber and Freire. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 5 page paper details three of the major concerns to these states today: overcrowding, test reforms and school safety. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

20 pages in length. Education is becoming an elusive entity for many students who are not equipped to learn the 'American' way. The underpinning of socioeconomic, gender, racial and cultural components often erects barriers that prevent certain populations from engaging in the learning process with their Caucasian counterparts. Indeed, the extent to ...

This 4 page paper considers the constantly changing role of government in regards to public education. This paper assesses the changes that have occured in recent years and makes mention of things like the NCLB Act. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper illustrating why workers in early childhood education need to be informed of political and policy matters. Much is said about the potential effectiveness of non-government organizations (NGOs) in developing nations and the extent of their influence in shaping government policy and social perception in developing nations. NGOs exist in ...

This 5 page paper examines the responsibility of government and families in educating American youth. Suggestions are made. A focus is on early education. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 7 page paper discussing social policies in the US, Europe and Japan in the broad areas of education and health care. As in all things associated with national social policy, there are no easy answers to changes that could work best for all involved, and even the definition of the term 'best' varies ...

This 20 page report discusses the fact that the nation faces the largest teacher shortage in its history and considers what has caused the situation, what is at the heart of its continuing existence, and what possible policy options may exist in order to deal with the problem. Bibliography lists 30 sources.

This 9 page paper examines the DARE program. The paper argues that the program does not work. The new DARE program is investigated but history is relayed about its origins. Alternatives are noted. Support is provided for the assumptions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

3 pages in length. Having tenure is looked upon more as a right than a privilege; a profession where one can be locked into job security until reaching retirement is an opportunity handed to very few industries. While teaching is certainly an honorable occupation and one very much lacking talented candidates to fill ...

A 3 page paper that briefly explains a number of issues about copyright law including the law; Chafee Amendment; Creative Commons; Universal Design for Learning; fair Use and the TEACH Act. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 9 page discussion of home schooling and its unprecedented growth & popularity in recent years. The writer examines the role of government interest groups in determining relevant laws & policy. It is argued that the greatest success stories thus far have indeed come from those in favor of home schooling. Case examples are presented ...

This 3 page paper explores the Lemon v. Kurtzman decision in the context of three questions submitted by a student. This paper evaluates three scenarios in light of this law that supports the separation of church and state in the school system. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 10 page research paper which explores how tort law applies to teachers and officials of the school system. The writer discusses the factors considered by the courts and then shows through discussion of case law how these factors are applied. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 6 page paper examines various statues from state law and federal law to discern just how an elementary school teacher's life is affected. A variety of subjects are approached inclusive of issues related transgender, napping in kindergarten, redistricting, and a variety of issues related to the No Child Left Behind Act. ...

A 10 page research paper which takes a detailed look at the ramification of the First, Fourth and Fourteenth Amendments of the Constitution and how they impact teachers. Case law is given pertaining to each amendment. The writer also discusses how Constitutional law has impacted such topics as tenure. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page research paper that discusses the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB), which was enacted by Congress in 2002, and which requires among its provisions that all teachers, as of end of 2005-6 school year, should be "highly qualified," that is, meet the defining list of requirements listed in the law ...

This 8 page paper provides an overview of NCLB and evaluates its effects on ELL programs. How does the law affect schools as it respects Special Ed programs? The paper focuses on ELL and how language plays a part in the problems with NCLB. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 7 page research paper that investigates the constitutionality of school searches. On one hand, school officials are bound legally and morally to respect the rights of students, as they exist under law. Yet, on the other hand, school officials bear the responsibility of providing safe and orderly environments that promote learning for all their ...

A 3 page paper summarizing this Supreme Court case. Petitioner Lee was a middle school principal who arranged for a local rabbi to conduct a nonsectarian prayer at the school's graduation ceremony. Deborah Weisman was a student who objected, and her father filed suit after the ceremony when he was unable to persuade a District Court to ...