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Republican Values, Arthur Lang Dec 2005

Republican Values, Arthur Lang

Arthur Lang

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Case Study Of A Mathematics Teacher At Lakewood High School, Arthur Lang Nov 2005

Case Study Of A Mathematics Teacher At Lakewood High School, Arthur Lang

Arthur Lang

This study has been undertaken as a project in an Educational Philosophy course. I decided to observe our department chair to learn how I too can properly teach my students to pass the New Jersey mandated High School Proficiency Test (HSPA). The results are a stunning documentation of how education is affected by the federal No Child Left Behind Act.


Childcare Practices In Three Asian Countries, Shamah Md-Yunus Jan 2005

Childcare Practices In Three Asian Countries, Shamah Md-Yunus

ShamAh Md-Yunus

Childcare practices such as feeding, toilet training, sleeping arrangement and discipline in three Asian countries (Chinese, Japan, and India) are compared. These countries differ from each other in culture, religion, language and ethnic makeup from Euro-American culture. The differences in childcare practices are broadly related to the differences in family values, traditions, and religions among these countries. Educational implications of sensitivity to cultural differences are also discussed.


Encouraging A Barrier-Free Built Environment In A Malaysian University, Hazreena Hussein Dec 2004

Encouraging A Barrier-Free Built Environment In A Malaysian University, Hazreena Hussein

Hazreena Hussein

A goo d pedestrian network around the campus should be accessible and friendly for all users including disabled persons. The environment should offer 'some activity nodes to ensure that the learning and working in campus is more pleasant. The pap er will clar ify the importance of collaborative development among various professionals and organisations in order to achieve a 'barrier-free built environment', focusing on the University of Malaya as a case study. It will share experience on the education of inclusive design for students who will become professionals and responsible in implementing the legislation relating to safety, accessibility and usability …