Moore & Kearsley/ 'Distance Education'
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A 10 page research paper that addresses the topic of distance education covered in the book by that name by Michael G. Moore and Greg Kearsley. The advent of the Internet and other technologies have brought distance education into the mainstream and this paper discusses factors that distinguish it from traditional classrooms, as well as its special requirements. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Essay Title: Moore & Kearsley/ 'Distance Education'

Telecommunication: Assisting Education
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10 pages in length. How has telecommunications technology advancement assisted with educational technology, funding and career advancement? It is nearly impossible to overlook the many benefits that are inherent to such programs as distance learning, video conferencing, interactive multimedia, knowledge-based systems and the Internet. Contemporary students have been given an opportunity unlike any who have studied before them: the chance to mold their educational needs to fit their individual lifestyles. The writer discusses the benefits of telecommunications technology as it relates to funding, career advancement and the business world. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Teledu.wps
Essay Title: Telecommunication: Assisting Education

The Use of the Web/Internet in Higher Education
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This 14 page research study provides an overview of the current literature regarding the use of the World Wide Web and Internet in higher education, including distance learning programs and the use of Web/Internet access as a component of instructional models. This paper also relates the concerns regarding this type of computer use and the implications for educators. Bibliography lists 25 sources.
Filename: MHWebed.wps
Essay Title: The Use of the Web/Internet in Higher Education

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.
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Essay Title: Historical, Parent, Teacher and Student Perspectives on What is Valued in Education

Sleeter & Delpit / Education And Social Change
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A 6 page paper that considers the issues of racial and cultural differences within educational settings and considers the role of educators in the process of social change. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Essay Title: Sleeter & Delpit / Education And Social Change

Social Change & Education
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Social change in the educational realm is discussed and compared to the rest of society in this 10 page paper. Issues of race and gender are discussed in terms of how far society has come and how education has treated such issues. The American education system's resistance to pop culture is also included along with reference to its embrace of social programs. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Essay Title: Social Change & Education

Social Change and Rising Education Costs
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A 5 page paper which discusses social change as evidence for rising costs in public (secondary and elementary) education. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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Essay Title: Social Change and Rising Education Costs