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Education > Educational Philosophy Ideas for improving the United States education system

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The political season is upon us again. With this, comes dialogue about improving schools. Talks focus on what is wrong with our schools, followed by elaborate plans to remedy those faults. But focusing on schools in isolation will never fix them. The real attention needs to be on society at large.Schools are a mirror of our s... More..

Education > Teachers & Administrators No Child Left Behind: The needs of children vs politicians

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No Child Left Behind is a farce! It was a farce from the get-go. It was an oxymoron, never intending to be something that actually helped education. It was a backdoor attempt to destroy education, make our schools fail, and create an open door for vouchers.The truth is politicians know that fixing education costs too much. Th... More..

Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Why I hate reality TV shows

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Reality TV is lazy TV. It is also cheap TV. Reality television has become a quick way to make a buck. But mostly it exploits people and plays on their stupidity.Reality TV is born out of capitalism. Operating television dramas or sitcoms requires large expensive staffs, actors, and other professionals. The more popular a dram... More..

Education > Reading & Writing Skills The costs and benefits of reading groups in the classroom

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Methodology used to teach reading at the primary level finds itself at the end of a large pendulum. It swings back and forth as trends in education come, go away, and come back again under new names. The concept of reading groups (or grouping children heterogeneously) for reading instruction is one that continually finds its ... More..

Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: What I learned from my second marriage

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Love is a many splendid thing . . . or so we all believe. The dream of marriage, the house in the suburbs, the white picket fence, and two point five perfect children running around in the yard are still what most people hope for when they enter into the sanctity of marriage. With a divorce rate hovering around fifty percent,... More..

Politics, News & Issues > Presidential Elections 2008 US elections 2008: "Pocketbook" issues that will influence the next election

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"It's the economy, stupid!" That's the battle cry that is once again being heard around the country. That's the collective chant arising from the depths of the masses of the working populace. That's the message our elected officials don't seem to be hearing.The presidential candidates are listening though. Their elect-ability... More..

Education > College Study Tips Deciding what to study in college

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Knowing one's purpose and figuring out what to study to pursue that purpose is a daunting task. Many adults are without direction so expecting teenagers to determine their path is unrealistic. That is why many students change their majors several times during their collegiate experience.General education should be the focus f... More..

Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Methods What are helicopter parents?

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Helicopter parents are an affectionate name given to parents who "hover" around their children. In the name of love, they believe they are protecting them. In the name of love, they believe they are helping them. In the name of love, they believe they are enhancing their children's chances for a better future because of all t... More..

Education > Early Childhood Ed The pros and cons of teaching reading in the preschool classroom

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No Child Left Behind has created a competitive, cut throat, mentality in our schools that have trickled down and influenced even our youngest learners. Preschoolers are now often pushed to learn pre reading skills and beginning phonetic skills. They are taking standardized tests. And they are feeling the stress this creates. ... More..

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