Diversity must be shown in every field of study from science to history. ... Differences in approaches at learning or views that oppose popular traditional views, if factual and relevant, should always be incorporated in classroom discussions in order to give students the widest variety of knowledge. Teachers must view expanding horizons of students as necessary and as their duty to the students. ... If the students receive a full education, they may begin to discover that some of their most cherished traditions do not even derive from America. ... By keeping the rules basic and broad, the...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

According to research, children from mainstream homes come to school with considerable language and literacy experience. ... It is alongside this mainstream view that too often a deficit view of non-mainstream children is built (Asselin, 2001a, p.1). This deficit view then leads onto the types of ineffective parent programs already mentioned. ... That is: a social, cultural and political practice that cannot be extracted from one's daily life. ... Instead of dismissing these experiences, educators need to provide adequate instruction to bridge the gap between these home and school lit...

• Word Count: 1973
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Abstract Western governments around the globe have become increasingly focused on the successful transition of young people from school to further education and/or training. ... For young Australians planning their career paths, being given clear and consistent information from a variety of supportive voices is a necessary element to preparing for the future. ... The research was funded jointly by Melbourne City mission and the Victorian Department of Education from a funding pool that was a part of a broader State Government initiative in the city's west. Research findings presented in ...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Abstract Western governments around the globe have become increasingly focused on the successful transition of young people from school to further education and/or training. ... For young Australians planning their career paths, being given clear and consistent information from a variety of supportive voices is a necessary element to preparing for the future. ... The research was funded jointly by Melbourne City mission and the Victorian Department of Education from a funding pool that was a part of a broader State Government initiative in the city's west. Research findings presented in t...

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In Weep Not, Child, Njorge is optimistic that education would bridge the gap between social classes. He has faith that educated young people have the power to liberate themselves from their oppressors. ... Even love, his last hope, had fled from him" (Ngugi 134). ... Ironically, pursuing an education, rather than liberating her from her colonial oppressors, seems to restrict her from pursuing true independence and happiness. ... From Tambu's father's point of view, Tambu will marry into another man's family, consequently leaving hers, and only be beneficial to her husband....

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate