The study analyzed test scores from through from 4, schools individually. By examining individual schools instead of school districts, a more accurate examination between money spent and student outcomes was administered.
The results were, that out of the twenty-eight areas of student achievement, only one area saw a link between spending and academic achievement. The other twenty seven areas saw no correlation between school spending and student outcomes. In Lovell. Lips, Dan. Lowell, Chantell. Writing Our Future projects are designed by educators for educators and the young people they work with. Intended for use in schools, libraries, and other educational settings. Why is education valued in American society?
Does more funding for schools equal better results and more opportunity? In Michigan, is there a correlation between school spending and student achievement? Works Cited: Lips, Dan. On it, I put snippets of stories from people who have immigrated to America. American Citizenship We researched the process of naturalization through the lives of our family members and other people with similar stories.
What America could use A few things America could use to make the country a better place overall. American Education American education is essential to achieving the American dream and it molds our American values into what they are today. Getting a good education helps get you a better job and better quality of life. American education makes us into who we are.
Through my essay, I explain the problems caused by the parts of the American Dream that have been lost and how those parts affects the American people today. America from an Immigrant's Perspective For our American Creed project, we decided to interview our parents, who are immigrants, and showcase their ideas around what it is to be American.
Immigration Stories The story of three different immigrants, and the reasons why they came. The Scape Goats of America We often focus so much on what is the American Creed or dream when in reality this one dream or creed is made up of every citizen's individual dream.
This is an in depth look at the Jewish people's view on life in America. Dear Grandchild I created a scrapbook which is composed of pictures and letters. I wrote these letters to myself as if I were my grandmother just after moving to the United States.
Inequality in American Education In this article I discuss inequalities that plague American education. American Values in the Political Climate of This is a video conference with teens across the country examining how today's political climate has affected our lives and American Values. The Immigrant Dream Immigration has been an integral part of american history since its conception.
Although immigration has taken many forms immigrants have always had the same goal, to seize opportunities in order to lead a better life and fulfill their american dream.
Core American Values What are the values that we share as Americans? Immigration and the American Dream Immigration to America changed throughout the decades and this is how. American Creed Interview Inspired by the American Creed documentary, we decided to make our own version by interviewing people of different ages, races and gender to get the diverse views of students at our high school. We found many commonalities and many differences among Americans.
To Be American Poem. A letter addressing the immigration ban and how it affects our American values. American Values This is a piece by a high school student on the core American Values and what his views are on the subject. And it shows how the values affect people, and what experiences have led to the values. What is the American Dream? In this project, we interviewed 3 different age groups to see each age groups perception of the American Dream, and how it related to other age groups.
Universities take race into consideration during their admissions process. But how exactly did we get here? What have people done about this? And should we even keep our current system? Becoming a U. Citizen This passage is about the process of becoming a U.
The Future of America What is your dream? How do you plan to achieve your dream? Do you believe your dream aligns with the American dream? American Teamwork Our piece talks about teamwork in America, unity, and how it should be more valued in our country. Education is all around us in everything that we do, so use it wisely!
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These years are referred to as the first through twelfth grades. Around age six, U. After graduating high school 12th grade , U. Just like American students, you will have to submit your academic transcripts as part of your application for admission to university or college. Academic transcripts are official copies of your academic work. In the U. Courses are commonly graded using percentages, which are converted into letter grades. The grading system and GPA in the U.
The interpretation of grades has a lot of variation. For example, two students who attended different schools both submit their transcripts to the same university. They both have 3. The university might interpret their GPAs differently because the two schools have dramatically different standards. Your educational advisor or guidance counselor will be able to advise you on whether or not you must spend an extra year or two preparing for U.
If an international student entered a U. The school calendar usually begins in August or September and continues through May or June. The majority of new students begin in autumn, so it is a good idea for international students to also begin their U.
There is a lot of excitement at the beginning of the school year and students form many great friendships during this time, as they are all adjusting to a new phase of academic life. Additionally, many courses are designed for students to take them in sequence, starting in autumn and continuing through the year.
Still, others further divide the year into the quarter system of four terms, including an optional summer session. Basically, if you exclude the summer session, the academic year is either comprised of two semesters or three quarter terms. In Hong Kong you just learn what the teacher writes on the board.
In America, you discuss the issues and focus more on ideas. Your first two years of study you will generally be required to take a wide variety of classes in different subjects, commonly known as prerequisite courses: literature, science, the social sciences, the arts, history, and so forth.
This is so you achieve a general knowledge, a foundation, of a variety of subjects prior to focusing on a specific field of study. Many students choose to study at a community college in order to complete the first two years of prerequisite courses.
They will earn an Associate of Arts AA transfer degree and then transfer to a four-year university or college.
You will be required to take a certain number of courses in this field in order to meet the degree requirements of your major. You must choose your major at the beginning of your third year of school. A very unique characteristic of the American higher education system is that you can change your major multiple times if you choose. It is extremely common for American students to switch majors at some point in their undergraduate studies.
Often, students discover a different field that they excel in or enjoy. The American education system is very flexible. Keep in mind though that switching majors may result in more courses, which means more time and money. This degree is usually mandatory for higher-level positions in library science, engineering, behavioral health and education.
Furthermore, international students from some countries are only permitted to study abroad at a graduate level. You should inquire about the credentials needed to get a job in your country before you apply to a postgraduate university in the USA. A graduate program is usually a division of a university or college. To gain admission, you will need to take the GRE graduate record examination. For example, the MBA master of business administration is an extremely popular degree program that takes about two years.
It may take three years or more to earn a PhD degree. For international students, it may take as long as five or six years.
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