Essays on Education Page 343

Creating an inclusive learning environment is an extremely important aspect of modern education, which, according to Gravells (2008: p18), ensures that “[…] all learners are entitled to be treated with respect and dignity. Everyone is an individual, with different experiences, abilities and needs.” She also offers a brief explanation of inclusivity (2008: p18), which is…

Should Schools Teach Comprehensive Sex Education? The Love of my Life is a short story written by T. C. Boyle follows a young high school couple with a bright future ahead of them. Over the summer before their freshman year as college students, they mistakenly conceive a child during a camping trip. The girl decides…

The environmental justice program was held from February to May of 2018 consisting of 13 interns reflecting on environmental issues within the different communities from which they come from. Every Saturday the interns and selected facilitators met to discuss the different aspects of what agencies such as the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) do within the…

Since 1997, a study of McKinsey & Co. has coined a phrase “war for talent” to conclude and predict an increasingly competitive trend for employers to attract and retain talents in labor market who have the competencies and commitment needed for their positions in the next twenty years (Michaels, et al., 2001; Ulrich, 2006). This…

Although college is debated on and on whether it is as beneficial as just heading straight into the workforce after high school, the value of a college education is not only beneficial from an economic standpoint, but it also benefits social aspects as well. Many argue that the financial burden caused by high college tuition…

School violence has been on for a while now; the only difference is that now is worse. Schools should be a safe environment where kids can go learn, and feel secure. Kids nor parents should feel scared when their kids are in school. Schools safety should always be a concern. I believe gun control will…

There are numerous programs that offer balanced nutritional meals to kids, however the Food and Nutrition Service of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) constructs food programs that help and benefits. The main two programs are the School Breakfast Program (SBP) and the National School Lunch Program (SLP). Additional child nutrition programs comprise of…

A SAT refers to a standardized test common in the US from 1926 administered with the intention of checking a student’s preparedness for college. On the other hand, an ACT is administered in the same capacity as the former covering language, mathematics, and science multiple choice tests. Using the two to determine the future of…

As a freshman, I came into college knowing my writing skills will have to be at a college level. I learned that after writing my papers, it’s great to have others to revise them just so they can give me feedback on something that I did not include or I need to take out. For…

What is Gender Wage Gap? It is the amount of money paid that differs between men and women, who often do the same work. How can or can’t these two sources be a method on sharing information on Women in the workplace should be acknowledged for their work and also should be paid the equal…