Detecting and Preventing Plagiarism
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A 4 page overview of the means that are available to detect and prevent plagiarism. The author of this paper notes the software that is available to help in this task as well as the steps individual instructors can take to gain the familiarity with their student's capabilities that will allow them to guard against plagiarism. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPplgrsm.rtf

Developing A Multicultural Learning Community
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This 10 page paper outlines Boyer's six principles of a learning community. The writer discusses the variables or elements that must be present in an educational institution for these six principles to exist. Two examples of variables that promote the principles of a learning community are commitment and collaboration. The last part of the paper is a plan for developing one of the principles in a school. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGlrcom.rtf

Developing a Nursing Career
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A 10 page overview of the steps which are necessary to develop a nursing career. This paper proceeds from the basic requirement of obtaining nursing certification to the more advanced requirements of higher degrees and specialized training. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPnrsCrr.rtf

Developing Creative Thought
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This 10 page paper considers the way in which creative thinking may be encouraged in an organisation by looking at the theories and literature on the subject and then considering the way in which these may be applied to a practical situation. The bibliography cites 7 sources.
Filename: TEcreat2.rtf

Developing Student Codes of Conduct
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A 14 page overview of the academic need for student codes of conduct. The author reviews several key considerations which must be made when designing codes of conduct. Not only must student conduct be delineated as to what is acceptable and what is not, so too must the retributions that will be instigated of the codes are violated. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: PPethEd.rtf

Differences/Similarities Between High School And College
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3 pages in length. High school and college can be as different as any two polar opposites, but at the same time, they also share an abundance of similarities that help one make one of life's most important transitions. When the student discusses these differences and similarities, issues to address include the ongoing need for peer associations, the complete departure from being irresponsible, as well as the startling realization that one's successful college experience is the direct link to one's future career achievements. No bibliography.
Filename: TLCHSCol.rtf

Different Types of Knowledge
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This 5 page paper argues that there are different types of knowledge and that college is not the only way to receive an education. The paper provides examples of successful people who did not go to college as well as to explore ways in which college educated people are not knowledgeable. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA144edu.rtf

Differential In Graduation Rates Between Collegiate Division 1 Male & Female Basketball Players
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A 9 page paper that outlines a research study of graduation rate differentials in basketball players based on gender. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Gradbask.wps

Differing Presentations of Information on the World Wide Web: Evolution Verses Creationism
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A 6 page overview of the value of the World Wide Web in research applications. Contends that, while the Web is a tremendously useful research tool, the information which can be found there can vary dramatically in regard to its factual information and the opinion which is being delivered. Utilizes three sites arguing creationist verses evolutionist theory to document this contention. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPevoWWW.wps

Differing Views on Affirmative Action
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A 4 page paper providing a broad literature review of current views of affirmative action, followed by a fictional university president's proposal that his university drop all racial and ethnic considerations from the selection process in favor of recruiting low-income urban students. This was the approach of Texas A&M in 2005, when that school was able to increase African American enrollment by 57 percent. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSaffAct06.rtf

Disproportionate Drop Out Rates for Black Males verses Whites
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A 3 page exploration of the statistics demonstrating that black males are more likely to drop out of school than whites. This paper presents a problem statement, purpose of study, and hypothesis and limitations that pertain to this investigation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPblkDrp.rtf

Distance Education - Need For Accreditation
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of distance education, the increasing enrollment in Online higher education programs, research comparing Online versus traditional classroom student achievement and the need for accreditation. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: PGdsted2.rtf

Distance Education and Time Management
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An 8 page paper offering time management advice for distance education students, specifically those attending school in the online environment. The best advice for online students is time honored: find a quiet place to work; adhere to a predetermined schedule; disallow interruptions that can be controlled; stay organized; and concentrate on the task at hand all will positively contribute to achieving time-related goals in a timely manner. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSeduDistTimeMg.rtf

Distance Education/Faculty & Administrator Perceptions
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A 5 page research paper that summarizes a study on distance education. The writer gives a thorough overview of a study conducted by Lee (2002) that pertains to the perceptual differences between administrators and faculty members within the overall context of instruction support in regards to distance education. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khleede.rtf

Distance learning
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A paper which comments on two journal articles on distance learning, with specific reference to the design of distance courses and the importance of facilitating interaction within a constructivist model of distance learning. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: JLdistlea.rtf

Distance Learning and Online Degrees
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A 4 page paper discussing the types of online degrees becoming available, and the ability of online education to effect social change. There are those who hold tightly to the belief that online degrees are somehow worth less than those gained from traditional, on-ground schools. Those involved in accredited degree programs, however, will hold firm to the fact that, if anything, online degrees from “real” schools can be more demanding than more traditional classes. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSeduDistOnl.rtf

Distance Learning is Ideal for Stay at Home Mothers
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This 3 page paper examines distance learning and how it has made it easier for stay at home mothers to earn their degrees. Online learning is discussed. Its applicability for this population is the focus of attention. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: SA729SAH.rtf