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I am currently a student in an education phD program. I am studying curriculum & Instruction in Secondary Mathematics. I am a mother of a wonderful bright child. My passion is education of young people and math literacy.

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Education > Educational Philosophy Comprehending the charter school movement in America: 1 of 4
Charter Schools have increased in popularity in recent years. According to the National Education Association their origin can be traced back to two charter schools in Minnessota in 1991 (2006). According to the US Charter School Organization nearly 3,000 have lauched since then (2006). The increase in enrollment in charter s... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Ideal secondary curriculum: 1 of 3
Most people agree that there are some fundamental things that need to be changed within secondary curriculum. However, there have been many debates about what changes should be made to secondary curriculum. It is something that states are doing research on, educators and psychologists are debating and parents are lobbying fo... More..
Education > Graduate Studies What is a Master's in Education degree?: 1 of 3
A Master's Degree in education is an opportunity to discover which field of education you are really interested in. Obtaining a Master's in Education you typically take a few general courses in research and curriculum. However, beyond that it is an opportunity to specialize and maybe transition from teaching to another field.... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss Comparing lap band surgery to gastric bypass: 1 of 3
The Lap Band system is a restrictive weight loss option. The lap band is placed around the upper part of the stomach which creates a smaller stomach. This smaller stomach restricts the amount of food that can be eaten within a time span and ensures that it takes longer to empty the pouch since the band creates a small opening... More..
Education > Graduate Studies Why pursue a Master's in Education degree?: 2 of 5
Teachers should pursue their Master's degree for themselves. Teachers are paragons of learning. They constantly preach the importance of education to their students. Yet, they themselves do not always practice what they preach. Teachers need to continue to learn so they can portray themselves as lifelong learners to their stu... More..
Education > Education (Other) Do we need multicultural education?: 8 of 17
I believe that multicultural education is a necessary part of our education system. Our society is so diverse racially, ethnically, economically, etc. I believe that every course should have some component of multicultural education. I believe that multicultural education is simply about educating others about the practices, ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Teen Challenges How to find out if your kids have an eating disorder: 5 of 10
Eating disorders can be hard to detect because they are often seen as a lack of eating. However, bulimics eat they simply purge or take a laxative later. Bulimia is often referred to as the silent killer because many parents don't notice it since their children seem to be eating. Furthermore, overeating is considered an eatin... More..
Education > High School Math & Sciences Studies suggest that algebra and higher math instruction should be delayed until high school and beyond: 1 of 2
As colleges continue to raise the mathematics requirements for entrance, students are having an increasingly difficult time rising to the occasion. There have been many debates over when "higher" mathematics instruction should begin. "Higher" mathematics is defined as Algebra I and any other courses beyond. Some believe that ... More..
Education > Teachers & Administrators Student teachers: How to stay away from school gossip: 1 of 2
The biggest way to avoid gossip within a school is to avoid idle time in the lounge. For some reason the teacher's lounge has become a place where many people choose to gossip about students, administrators, policies, etc. I don't think that it is intentional but in the process of venting our frustrations we become gossipers.... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Reconstructionism and perennialism: 1 of 1
The curriculum theories of reconstructionism and perennialism are polar opposites. Reconstructionism focuses on society. They believe that the curriculum should be a method of change and social reform for society. Furthermore, they see the schools as the solution to different social crisis. On the other hand, perennialists be... More..