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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-03-01)Teaching reading comprehension is vitally important to students understanding that reading is a meaning making process. Unfortunately, a review of many teachers' reading comprehension instruction shows that no instruction ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-03-01)The W.O. Smith School of Music is a non-profit, educational organization that provides low-income (free or reduced lunch) students with the opportunity of quality musical instruction and inspirational musical experiences. ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04)Vocal and instrumental musicians face a paradoxical problem when evaluating their sound: it is impossible for them to independently assess their sound from an audience perspective because they must be actively performing ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04)The integration of subjects is becoming increasingly more popular with educators, and yet rarely is the idea of linking mathematics and literacy considered. This essay delineates the benefits of integrating children's ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04)In recent years there has been a growth of English language learners (ELLs) in America and with this growth comes the need to find the most appropriate services to meet the educational needs of both ELLs and native ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04)Many different factors influence a student's learning on their road to knowledge and discovery. Under the right circumstances, any learner can become mathematically proficient. This paper examines one aspect that influences ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04)As students begin their school careers, teachers in the early grades (kindergarten and first grade, especially) can use children's literature as a tool to facilitate a feeling of community among the students. Topics such ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04)As the world becomes increasingly diverse, teachers are challenged to effectively teach students new languages. Especially in China, where the government mandated that each individual must learn the English language, ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04)Independent schools are private schools not dependent upon any outside organization for governance or financing. They are truly independent with regard to operations and finances, and they follow a mission that drives ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04)The focus of this Capstone is to examine the impact of Youth Services Centers (YSCs) on middle schools and middle school faculty members in Jerrerson County, Kentucky. Presently, Jefferson Count Public Schools (JCPS) has ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04-13)This study applies critical educational theories to the real practice of teaching choir in secondary schools, focusing on four major areas: Learners and Learning, Learning Environment, Curriculum and Instructional Strategies, ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04-14)Creativity is central to the human experience and the evolution of thought and ideas. It must be recognized as an approachable subject and actively pursued in educational settings. Many subjects that are well-suited for ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04-23)Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) is the public school district serving Louisville, Kentucky. With an enrollment of approximately 99,000 students, JCPS is Kentucky's largest public school system. Each school in ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-05)This exploratory study of Greek life was conducted in response to a request by Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee, where administrators are interested in learning more about fraternity and sorority life at the College. ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-05)The following research project was in response to a request by Lindsey Wilson College (LWC) for evidence-based data to inform two areas of the institution's strategic management plan. Institutional leaders are interested ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-05)In an effort to address issues of teacher quality, the AISD (Austin Independent School District) began implementation of AISD REACH: a Strategic Compensation Initiative in July 2007. The initiative targets three key areas: ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-08-08)Singapore and U.S. schools face similar challenges in preparing students for life in the 21st Century workplace, home and community. As globalization proceeds apace, future graduates are expected to possess 21st Century ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-09)It is often difficult to convince teachers and students that grammar instruction is a necessary part of the school day. Some who do believe that it is pertinent have a hard time of incorporating it so that it is authentic ...
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(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-09-15)Research has shown a disparity in educational achievement of African American males relative to their white counterparts. Many theories attempt to explain why African American males continue to lag behind in the classroom, ...