So where does this Pygmalion theory enter the equation? In this example student's ability is not dictated by one teacher or person; but by a whole school system that believes based on one day's achievement, that these students are doomed to a life of underachievement and mediocrity! ... These are traits that are taught by the parents and the school systems they attend. ... The student is now labeled "special" by the system, stupid by their friends. ...

• Word Count: 1276
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• Grade Level: High School

So where does this Pygmalion theory enter the equation? In this example student's ability is not dictated by one teacher or person; but by a whole school system that believes based on one day's achievement, that these students are doomed to a life of underachievement and mediocrity! ... These are traits that are taught by the parents and the school systems they attend. ... The student is now labeled "special" by the system, stupid by their friends. ...

• Word Count: 1276
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

"Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country."" -- John Fitzgerald Kennedy. Throughout the thousands of political speeches given during our country's history, there might not be a better anthem for political participation on an individual level. After letting JFK's...

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• Approx Pages: 13
• Grade Level: High School