Essays and Research Papers on Special Populations & Conditions

This 5 page report discusses a number of issues related to working with and teaching junior high or middle school students. Primarily a literature review, areas covered include student stress and coping, developmental concerns, creating awareness in students of the world outside the classroom, and the characteristics of a positive junior high experience for students. Bibliography lists 6 sources. ...

(5 pp) Our challenge as adults watching in a day care setting was to see if we could observe the child development theories of Piaget, Freud and Erickson in action. I have listed my observations and thoughts. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

In this 20 page paper, the writer examines how statistics are used in the behavioral sciences. This is accomplished by reviewing three journal articles that report research studies in different areas of behavioral sciences. There are three areas of foci: the hypotheses named in the study; the data analyses; and the researcher(s)' interpretation of the ...

A 5 page paper which discusses research as it relates to changing a school for traditional scheduling to block scheduling. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing a plan to analyze possible changes to current practice in including disabled students in the mainstream classroom. The scenarios discussed are those of (1) making no changes at all; (2) allowing no restrictions corresponding either to number or degree of disabilities present; and (3) instituting the fully segregated classroom in which normal and ...

An 8 page paper discussing a plan to analyze possible changes to current practice in including disabled students in the mainstream classroom. The scenarios discussed are those of (1) making no changes at all; (2) allowing no restrictions corresponding either to number or degree of disabilities present; and (3) instituting the fully segregated classroom in which normal and ...

A 5 page paper delineating the behavioral characteristics of two students who have been diagnosed with dyslexia. Defines dyslexia and describes its various manifestations. Explains observed student behavior by utilizing explanations of dyslexia found in the literature. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 15 page paper further refining the concepts of the previous (numbered) two papers. This paper includes the intact body of (2), with the addition of a discussion of a Supreme Court decision in Cedar Rapids Community School District v. Garret F. It concludes that neither the fully inclusive environment nor the fully segregated one is ...

A 13 page paper building further on the previous three (numbered) papers bearing the same title. This version omits discussion of the Cedar Rapids Community School District v. Garret F. Supreme Court case while expanding on previously existing sections. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

11 pages in length. The writer discusses how poverty represents significantly difficulties for a bilingual child, while parental involvement can be both good and bad. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

6 pages in length. There exist myriad disparities between the African-American and Caucasian races; the aspect of special education is but one example. When African-American youths and Caucasian youths are identified for special education services because of classroom behavior, the reasons are often the same; however, it is the basis behind these reasons ...

A 16 page thesis paper discussing the rationale for investigating portfolios for assessing achievement and determining placement in special education. The best known aspect of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (EAHCA) is the individualized education program (IEP) as a base from which to ensure that each student receives the kind of educational approach he needs. Because ...

A 6 page paper which presents a basic book report, discussing each chapter briefly. The paper also discusses the sociological theoretical perspective presented in the book, and a personal reaction to the book. No additional sources cited.

This 10 page report discusses the differences that exist in academic achievement of children from a single parent home and those from homes in which two parents are present. Convincing arguments have been made for all sides of the question. In fact, there are those researchers who believe that it is not possible to accurately determine a child’s academic ...

This 5 page essay is a report of an observational experience in attending a child study team meeting for an adolescent high functioning autistic individual.

11 pages in length. Each child learns at varied speeds and levels; however, those with mental disabilities are at an automatic disadvantage with regard to standard teaching methods. Indeed, many separate elements comprise the ability of a mentally disabled child who is learning to read. Some of the problems faced by these ...

A 6 page overview of the popular choice of using the prescription drug ritalin to treat Attention Deficit Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Delineates the problems with this approach, problems which revolve around the questionable effectiveness of the drug and long term increases in propensity to use other drugs. Suggests that behavior ...

9 pages in length. The separation between intelligence and creativity has long been considered quite vast, inasmuch as the two divergent applications do not typically intersect at any junction: One is intellectually adept or creatively talented, not both. This theory, however, has been somewhat shattered of late by contemporary ideology that claims there ...

This 8 page thesis paper includes an annotated bibliography. The premise that homeschooling is conducive to academic achievement is supported by a slew of statistics. Homeschool students are compared to their pubic school peers. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

The job of teacher is inclusive of a number of diverse variables that are ever evolving and in need of individualization to each student. This 10 page paper presents a study with the hypothesis: teachers can be influential in the detection and treatment of ADHD as well as providing effective teaching strategies. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at teaching techniques, and philosophy, regarding the integration of ESL in fine arts. Several schools are provided as examples. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper. A journal article entitled Effects of a Problem-Solving Strategy on the Introductory Algebra Performance of Secondary Students with Learning Disabilities by Paula Maccini and Charles A. Hughes (2000) is summarized and analyzed. The authors of the article describe a research study in which specific interventions were used to help secondary ...

A 5 page paper which discusses the perceptions of African American students who are taught by white instructors. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

Since students with disabilities need to develop skills that will enable them to live, work, and interact in integrated community settings when they are adults, the educational system has taken great pains to guarantee they are provided with an appropriate educational experience. This 5 page paper provides a review of three articles concerned with the issue of inclusion. Bibliography ...

A 10 page paper which summarizes the book "Theological Perspectives on Christian Formation" edited by Jeff Astley, Leslie Francis, and Colin Crowder. The paper also examines why Christian education is of such importance. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.