decades in an attempt to boost self-esteem. In fact‚ according to a survey conducted by Columbia University‚ over 85% of American parents and nearly all parents surveyed in New York consider it important to reassure their children they are smart (Bronson. 1). But are 85% of adolescents truly smart? The American society has habitually accepted the constant praise as a means to ensure their youth do not sell themselves short. Due to the self-esteem movement‚ many guardians have made attempts to benefit
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"Let my name stand among those who are willing to bear ridicule and reproach for the truth’s sake‚ and so earn some right to rejoice when victory is won." Louisa May Alcott wrote many inspirational novels that explain her personality and her hardships in life. Her writing supported her family‚ no matter where she was. When Alcott died‚ her older sister was left and still received the money from her sister’s still selling books. Alcott’s books are still being sold today‚ though they may be hard to
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What goes through a child’s mind when they receive a trophy? Is it how hard they worked to be recognized or that they are just being a part of a group? In society there is an arising opinion that not all children participating in activities should receive a trophy. According to Reasons-Rupe Poll‚ “57 percent of Americans say only winning‚ and deserving kids should receive awards. Another 40 percent say all kids on a sports team should receive a trophy for their participation” (Ekins). These views
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be more willing to win or give their best effort if there is only one winner. Why should kids want to strive to improve themselves if they always win or get a medal (Website 1). Eventually‚ they will start stopping to learn from mistakes. Ashlyn Merryman an author of Top Dog says “the benefit of competition isn’t winning it’s improving (Website 2). Overall these lessons we are teaching our kids will damage them for life‚ giving them bad habits‚ for their jobs”. My last point is in favor of the kids
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“Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” This quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson summarizes almost perfectly the Transcendentalist movement‚ for which he was the central guiding figure. Transcendentalism is a literary‚ spiritual‚ and social revolution based on the ideals of self-reliance‚ self-admiration‚ determination‚ and a loving connection with and a deep respect for nature and all its inhabitants. There were many other extremely influential and recognizable
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only attempt to provide the conditions in which they can learn. Albert Einstein (1879 - 1955) Experience teaches only the teachable. Aldous Huxley (1894 - 1963) The true teacher defends his pupils against his own personal influence. Amos Bronson Alcott (1799 - 1888)The whole art of teaching is only the art of awakening the natural curiosity of young minds for the purpose of satisfying it afterwards. Anatole France (1844 - 1924)‚ The Crime of Sylvestre BonnardPassive acceptance of
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“I can go either way on the trophies‚ the important thing is what is being communicated with the trophy (San Jose Mercury News).” On the contrary‚ trophies make children feel like finishing in last place or just showing up is a good thing. Ashley Merryman‚ co-author of Top Dog: The Science of
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machine invented by Otto Steiger in 1894‚ was the first adding machine also capable of direct multiplication. The hand-held pocket calculator was invented at Texas Instruments‚ Incorporated (TI) in 1966 by a development team which included Jerry D. Merryman‚ James H. Van Tassel and Jack St. Clair Kilby. In 1974 a basic patent for miniature electronic calculators has been issued to Texas Instruments Incorporated. The patent is for personal-sized‚ battery-operated calculators which have their main
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most precious treasures. ~Eugene P. Bertin The true teacher defends his pupils against his own personal influence. He inspires self-distrust. He guides their eyes from himself to the spirit that quickens him. He will have no disciple. ~Amos Bronson Alcott A central piece in Hindu scripture reads "Gurur Brahma‚ Gurur Vishnu‚ Guru devo Maheshwaraha - Gurussaakshaath param brahma tasmai shree gurave namaha‚" which translates as "The Guru (Teacher) is the Lord Brahma (the Creator)‚
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Philosophy - Benefits of Inclusive Classrooms for All. Inclusion affords a sense of belonging to the diverse human family‚ provides a diverse stimulating environment in which to grow and learn‚ envolves in feelings of being a member of a diverse community‚ enables development of friendships‚ provides opportunities to develop neighborhood friends‚ enhances self-respect‚ provides affirmations of individuality‚ provides peer models‚ provides opportunities to be educated with same-age peers.
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