Essays and Research Papers on Higher Education

A paper which considers the value of opting for a Master's degree in Secondary Education after studying political science, criminal justice and history as one's undergraduate subjects. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses tenure, and the Tennessee Tenure Laws, and argues that the system should remain in place. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

5 pages in length. Florida's state laws pertaining to underage drinking/possession and public urination are equivalent to most other states across the country, in that the ultimate goal is to impart monetary fines and possible jail time in order to encourage offenders to abide by the laws of a civilized society. The extent ...

An 11 page overview of copyright law and what it means to school media centers. The author reviews some of the more recent changes in copyright law and the way that information is presented in our digitized world. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

25 pages in length. The writer discusses active/reflective learning, sensing/intuitive learning, visual/verbal learning, sequential/global learning, as well as skills most important for criminal justice majors to learn during their college education that will best prepare them for a career in criminal investigations, including Roman law, equity law, natural law, deviance and the Differential, Opportunity ...

3 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses the inequity of Georgia's tenure laws. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page paper constituting a statement of reflection on a student’s graduate study progress over the past several months. The student has made progress in knowledge of facts, but she also has made gains in other, less-tangible areas. These include operating within the framework established by the five dimensions of graduate study ...

A 3 page research paper which points out the foibles of the in loco parentis doctrine on the university campus. The writer argues that the problem is that college students are adults, not children, and should have access to the full weight of the law. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page tutorial presentation of how Empire State College can help a particular student achieve their goals, which involves the desire to go into law enforcement. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 9 page paper discusses Title IX and the controversy that has existed since the law was passed in 1972. The three components for compliance are explained. Since it has been 30 years since Title IX was passed, one might think that every institution of higher education is now compliant but that is not the ...

This 5 page paper reviews a small sampling of the literature available on issues dealing with women/men's perceptions of their college programs. Bibliography lists 14 sources.

This 6 page paper addresses the relationship between drinking and academic performance. The thesis that alcohol does indeed affect performance is backed by literature that shows GPA is lower for those who consume large amounts of the substance. Other variables are addressed in this sociological analysis of the problem. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 9 page research paper on being P.C. on campus. The writer explores the 'myth' of PC and its effects on policies and studies in higher education. A number of theories are cited to explain the evolution of PC's popularity. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the problems related to establishing attendance tracking technologies in a college setting, provides a list of possible equipment necessary and considers student reaction to this process.

5 pages in length. Campus violence is not a new occurrence; one only has to recall the incident at Kent State University to realize that violent acts on school grounds have been an issue that has been dealt with for some time now. However, these days finds the frequency of such violence has ...

A 3 page research paper on the actual and potential administrative responses to tobacco use on campus. The writer provides information about such programs and their possible limitations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 9 page paper that outlines a research study of graduation rate differentials in basketball players based on gender. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing whether or not college athletics are in conflict with college academic programs. A brief statement presenting a summarized statement that 'athletics are at best a necessary evil.' The writer presents an argument supporting that position. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page paper in which the author discusses the preferential treatment of college athletes, how they are treated, and why they receive the treatment they do. Bibliography included.

In 3 pages the author discusses the problems facing the college student. The possibilities of weight gain, academic struggle, and inadequate housing are among the many examined. No bibliography.

A 20 page paper summarizing the book, chapter by chapter. A few other sources also are present, but the primary focus is that only of the book. True to the book's title, nearly every current application that could come before management today is discussed, along with discussions of possible issues for the future. ...

This 8 page report discusses a number of the factors associated with a college graduate entering the field of banking. Whether a student has graduated with a degree in marketing or finance, economics or business, all of the factors in the comprehensively labeled profession of 'banking' require an understanding of the scope and importance of ...

A 7 page paper that discusses a number of issues the high school principal faces with statewide standardized testing. These include the external pressure to raise scores, prepping students for the test, criticisms of different methods of preparing students, and the principal's formal and informal responsibilities regarding the testing process. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 22 page research paper that examines the literature on this topic. The writer concludes that not only are elder citizens quite capable of learning, but it benefits people greatly to continue to do so throughout life. Also, the writer looks at computers and the Internet as a place where senior learning is expanding ...

8 pages in length. This paper focuses on the fact that many school campuses across the United States have a higher than average dropout rate for students. Many differing factors contribute to this. These factors depend on several things such as economics, race, type of school, to name just a few. Several questions must be researched ...