Grade 1 / Word Recognition Lesson Plan
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5 pages in length. Study includes a research background relating to phonics/direct skills instruction vs. whole language. Offers a lesson plan using the long and short 'o' sounds as an example of integrating the two approaches to reading instruction. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Wordrec.rtf

George Orwell & His Views On The Decadence Of The English Language
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A 15 page overview of George Orwell's concerns regarding the degradation of the English language as evidenced by three of his works: Animal Farm, 1984, and the essay Politics & The English Language. Bibliography lists two additional resources.
Filename: Decadenc.wps

American English As A Globalization Tool
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A 15 page research paper that describes how American English has affected globalization. In an argument that American English is accidental, and perhaps an interim communications tool, the writer reviews examples of how other languages contributed to the creation of American English, and explores how American English has increased worldwide to become the second-largest language in the world and the secondary language of most of the world population. Much of this growth has spurred alarm and criticism of the spread of American English. The writer explores two views on the issue in relationship, particularly in regard to the influence of the Internet and the communications industry, generally. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: Amglobal.wps

ESL & Haitian Students In A Multicultural Classroom
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A 10 page paper that discusses teaching English as a second language to Haitian students in a multicultural classroom. Explores the pros and cons of teaching English as a second language, cultural awareness, practicing cultural sensitivity in order to help the students learn, and various techniques for teaching ESL. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Eslfor.wps

Influence of Black English on Standard English
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In 5 pages the author discusses the influence of Black English on standard English and posits that Black English destroys the structure of standard English. Black English is not a standard form of English. It is more of a mispronunciation than a language. Although some rely on Black English, it is not the proper way to speak. Black English is also not Ebonics. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PCblkeng.doc

Issues in Language Acquisition
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This 7 page paper explores the concepts surrounding the acquisition of language including the debate surrounding learning English as a second language. Additionally, perspectives of notable theorists such as Austin and Hymes are included. A discussion on how language impacts social action and communication as well as the necessity to have a dominant language is the focus of the paper. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Isslang.wps

Learning ESL -- English as a Second Language
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5 pages worth of text, notes, and charts pertaining to the 'natural approach' to learning English as a second language (describes methodology and details effectiveness). No Bibliography.
Filename: Esl.wps

Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) & Bilingual Reading Techniques
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This 5 page essay briefly addresses issues and concerns, as well as practical solutions for both students and teachers working in the realm of ESL. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Teaesl.wps

TESOL, Linguistic Development & The Use of Technology
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A 100 page paper that provides a complex overview of the different aspects of second language instruction, with a focus on TESOL and linguistic development. This paper focuses on the use of technology as a technique. Bibliography lists 99 sources.
Filename: Tesolfin.wps

Bilingual Education Overview / Emphasis on Mass Media
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A 3 page research paper presenting an overview of bilingual education as it is presented in the mass media and perceived by popular culture currently in the United States. Through the use of newspapers, magazines, radio and TV broadcasts and Internet websites, bilingual education is presented as seen through the eyes of the common American citizen today. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BilEdMed.wps

Chomsky's Theories Concerning the Acquisition of Language
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A 5 page research paper that examines how the language theories of Noam Chomsky differed from those that proceeded it . The writer demonstrates how a computer program that analyzes language has substantiated much of Chomsky's controversial theory. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Chomsky.wps

A Case For Bilingual Education
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A 6 page essay that supports bilingual education programs in the public school system. Much as been written recently against the concept; little has been written in favor of the programs. The discussion includes examples of the results of successful programs. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Bilinged.wps

Bilingual Education / An Overview
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A 3 page paper presenting an overview of bilingual education in the United States. Through a brief history on the development of bilingual education, current conditions and future proposals, the practice of bilingual education currently used in America is presented.Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: BilEd2.wps

Bilingualism & Bilingual Education in the U.S.
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An 8 page research paper on bilingual education, its historic controversy, methods, and outlook. Includes FREE outline; Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Bilingua.wps

Computer Technology and Bilingual Education
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An 8 page paper that addresses the challenges related to implementing computer technologies in bilingual education programs, and provides recommendations for educators. This paper promotes the notion that computer technology can assist in bridging language barriers and enhancing educational programming. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Compbili.wps