Education in Ancient Greece
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A 5 page research paper which examines the educational systems of ancient Athens and Sparta. While the writer deals briefly with the militaristic and brutal educational system of Sparta, the concentration of the paper deals with the development of the educational system in Athens. Topics covered include details regarding elementary education, and how the philosophical and rhetorical schools of Plato and Isocrates developed. Bibliography includes 5 sources.
Filename: Edugree.wps

Horace Mann/ The Common School Era
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A 12 page research paper that examines the impact and influence of nineteenth century educator Horace Mann on the public school system and the formulation of this 'common school' philosophy. Mann's influence during the twelve years that he was secretary of the Massachusetts School Board effected lasting change not only in the public school system of Massachusetts, but also in the way that public schooling was perceived throughout the country. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: 90mann.rtf

At-Risk / Gifted Drop-Outs
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A 6 page paper that supports the contention that at-risk, gifted students are more likely to drop out of school than their non-gifted peers. This paper supports this belief by representing the many extenuating educational and personal issues that are experienced by gifted students, and also suggests that the same educational structures that have been developed to support students may also trigger significant behavioral problems for many gifted children. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Giftdrop.wps

Historical, Parent, Teacher and Student Perspectives on What is Valued in Education
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This 20 page paper considers the historical, parental teacher and student perspectives on what is valued in education, and reflects upon the significance of these values in the shaping of modern calls for educational restructuring. This review of the current literature is comprised of educational journals and books that present both theoretical and social perspectives that shape a view of the problematic nature of the educational system and the directives for change. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: MHeduval.wps