Is education in Japan is truly meritocratic?

Social studies   |   Educational studies   |   Term papers   |   05/11/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : « The selection process is not only grounded on pupils will and motivation but also on the ability of parents of registering them in the right schools. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The Japanese education system. The meritocracy issue. The necessary evils in the Japanese education system. The differences between top and middle ranked high schools. The rising cost of education. C...»

How Peter the Great's window to the West empowered Russia

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   11/17/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : « Petersburg as an entryway into Russia. Education. Motivation for larger and improved schools. Schools - an outlet for Western thought. Conclusion. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Russia's campaign against the port in the city of Azov.. The beginning of Peter's opening of his window to the west.. His future love of all things naval and Western culture itself.. The Grand Embassy.. The building of St...»

Challenging Underachievement in Boys: A Critical Review of Unreliable and Misinterpreted Data Collection Methods

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Research papers   |   04/17/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : « not state this directly, the results of "value added" schools demonstrated the need by implanting programmes directed at increasing self-esteem and motivation. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Method critique. Results critique of stage one. Results critique of stage two. Wide data range. Conclusion. References....»

Developmental Sport & Exercise Psychology

Social studies   |   Sports   |   Course material   |   11/20/2007   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : « to determine elementary school children s motivation in physical education. The study included over 200 children from five different elementary schools. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The study conducted to determine elementary school children's motivation in physical education. Participants chosen for the study. Motivating people of all ages . Conclusion. References....»

Compare and contrast the main claims of Goal Setting and Expectancy Theories with regard to Employee Performance Appraisal. What are the implications for the design of employee appraisal systems?

Business & market   |   Human resources   |   Presentation   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : « level, to goal-setting, motivation, commitment and rewards, in order to make real the afore-mentioned indicators for any organisation. Two schools of thought ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. What is performance appraisal?. Goal setting theory.. Expectancy theory.. Consequences on the design of employee appraisal systems.. Goal definition process.. Eval...»

Incorporating multicultural literature

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Term papers   |   05/05/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : « The author found that her students improved their reading skills and motivation. the importance and use of multicultural literature in US schools and also the ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Review of the literature. Making connections: Diversity in the classroom. Making room for culture in the classroom. Obstacles to bringing culture into the classroom. Materials. Appendix . References....»

The relationship between drop-out rates and high-stake exams

Social studies   |   Educational studies   |   Research papers   |   07/09/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : « curricula that is taught to students in our schools; provide a s performance, modestly affected by differences in student s motivation, emotionality, language ...»

Synopsis abstract : «The rationale of testing students.. Advocates of standard- based reform and high- stakes testing.. In the 1980's, testing became a foundation of the education reform movement. . The results of Linn's research in 2004.. A related study by Ysseldyke...»

An examination of the company De Chazal and Du Mee

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   08/25/2009   |   .doc   |   44 pages
Document abstract : « Management committee; Multiconsult ltd; DCDM business schools. Overview: Business model of problem of job dissatisfaction and low employee motivation faced by the ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Company profile. Vision of DCDM and Co. Ltd. Mission of DCDM and Co. Ltd. Core values. History. Presence of DCDM and Co. Ltd in the Indian Ocean and in Africa. Composition of DCDM and Co. Ltd. A knowledge-based organisation. Financial...»

Second Language Acquisition

Social studies   |   Educational studies   |   Presentation   |   06/10/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : « Intrinsic motivation refers to the personal motivation of a student to acquire to the Grammar Translation Method employed in Universities and schools to teach ...»

Synopsis abstract : «An individual may pursue a study on acquiring a second language skill for various reasons and motivation.. Following a learner's utilitarian purpose, the clear benefit of acquiring English as second language is to have a competitive edge in the...»

Education System in Need of Reform in the USA

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   02/18/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : « Justice Warren wrote, "Segregation of white and colored children in public schools has a A sense of inferiority affects the motivation of a child to learn" The ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Kozol's visits to schools and other institutions. The irony behind the name . The implications that can be drawn from the argument. Segregation in the education system . The importance of integration . Conclusion. Works cited....»

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