Essays and Research Papers on Higher Education

A 4 page paper which examines crime and the prevention of crime at colleges and universities across the nation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 pages research paper/essay that takes the form of a letter to a college freshman on how to succeed academically. Within this context, the writer addresses the importance of emotional intelligence. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at the population that community colleges attract. Community colleges accept everyone, which is why much attention to diversity is necessary. Bibliography lists 1 source.

6 pages in length. Building upon the intrinsic connection that exists between self and culture is the fundamental element of a liberal arts education. The extent to which liberal arts serves as a conduit between the individual and the surrounding world is both grand and far-reaching; that this direction of study empowers one ...

A 3 page article summary and critique that discusses a study conducted by Bush, O’Brien and Spangler (2005). This study evaluated a leadership program, which was formulated to follow the parameters of the Tri-dimensional Model of Administrator Preparation developed by Daresh and Playko in 1992. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper examines distance learning and how it has made it easier for stay at home mothers to earn their degrees. Online learning is discussed. Its applicability for this population is the focus of attention. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 9 page paper provides an overview of job information and educational opportunities in the career areas of radiology and chiropractic services. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page exploration of the statistics demonstrating that black males are more likely to drop out of school than whites. This paper presents a problem statement, purpose of study, and hypothesis and limitations that pertain to this investigation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

4 pages in length. The article entitled "Student Drinking: Guess What Fuels College Uprisings in the 1990s?" provides insight into the ever-growing trend of drug use and abuse on today's college campuses. No additional sources cited.

This 8 page paper discusses learning styles and gives the results of several evaluations designed to determine the best method for one person to learn. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 10 page annotated bibliography pertaining to school violence that lists the citation for each source and then offers a brief summation and analysis of the study article. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

3 pages in length. While work, money and time represent three primary stressors at most every point in life, there is considerably more tension where these anxieties are concerned when the life stage is during college. Having just been thrust from the comfort of high school where most - if not all - ...

This 6 page paper blames public institutions for the dilemma. Credit card debt is discussed but student loans are the focus of attention. This paper also argues that college is desirable, even if it causes one to go into debt. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper discussing some of the reasons for poor graduation rates in the Tampa area and some of the steps that the school and individual student can take to help improve graduation rates. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses ways in which proper staff development will enable staff members to handle a diverse student body appropriately. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

An 8 page research paper that examines the thesis question of “Should tenure for educators continue?” The writer summarizes arguments both pro and con, as well as those voices that argue that tenure policies should be reformed. The final page of the paper is devoted to a “thesis question page” that sums up the major ...

A 5 page paper discussing the grand strategy of the Apollo Group, of which University of Phoenix is a part. The advantages of the grand strategy far outweigh the disadvantages. As one of the first organizations to offer extensive distance education using the Internet as a medium, University of Phoenix is the country's ...

A 4 page research paper that consists of 3 short papers. The first is on site management and school autonomy (1 page); the second is on multicultural education (1 page), and the finally topic pertains to competencie3s needed in the principal's leadership role (2 pages). Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 6 page paper presents a final exam for the entitled course. Types of questions include: multiple choice, short answer, and essay. Correct/Acceptable responses are included along with the point value for each question. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 3 page paper reviewing a 2001 article by Richard Barndt linking grade inflation with public higher learning institutions' pursuit of public funds. The points that the author addresses he covers well, but he fails to provide a full view of schools' funding sources. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 12 page paper. Is there a shortage of principals? The writer explains what this means and why more people are not becoming principals. The essay discusses preparation of school principals, what is wrong with it and some reports of how institutions have faced this challenge. The writer comments on the ethical issues that ...

A 4 page research paper that consists of 3 small papers on staff development issues, which are the effectiveness of the inquiry model of staff development (1 page); discrepancies between principal's stated beliefs about novice teachers and their own behavior (1 page) and discussion of four propositions on the principal's role toward novice teachers (2 ...

An 11 page paper. The first section of this paper presents a history of teacher preparation in the United States. The focus then changes to the issue of teacher preparation and teacher quality. The writer reports a number of studies and position documents that discuss the link between these two aspects of education. The ...

This 3 page paper discusses what authentic learning is and the elements of authentic learning and authentic teaching. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page exemplification essay that has as its theme the fact that holding down a job while going to school full-time is a tough balancing act. The writer discusses pros and cons. Bibliography lists 2 sources.