Abstract
Parent involvement has been identified through research and within the law as a key component to student success in school. This paper attempts to answer the question of whether parent involvement impacts student achievement for primary special education students with mild to moderate educational needs. Three objectives are followed in order to answer this question. They include: (1) identify successful parent involvement practices, (2) develop a plan to increase parent involvement and implement it with parents and teachers, and (3) provide professional and parent development on parent involvement to improve upon current practices.

Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
Research Questions/Objectives
Participants/Site Selection/Justification
Methodology
Instrumentation
Procedures
Data Analysis
Conclusions/Expected Results
Bibliography
Budget
Projected Timeline
Appendix

From the Paper
"Research on the effect of parent involvement on specific areas of educational achievement and with specific populations has also been conducted, particularly in the area of reading. Monique Senechal (2006) found that parent involvement has a positive impact on children's reading acquisition. More specifically she noted, "Having parents teach specific literacy skills to their children was two times more effective than having parents listen to their children read and six times more effective than encouraging parents to read to their children" (Senechal, 2006). She found that parent involvement had a positive impact for children from kindergarten to grade 3, the most critical years for reading acquisition, and that the interventions were as effective for children experiencing reading difficulties as they were for normally-developing children (Senechal, 2006). "

Tags:Learning, Disabilities, special, education

Abstract
This paper explains that the connection between substance-abusing parents and child abuse has been studied at length; however, there is a lack of research into the correlation between social support services and the reduction of child abuse by these parents. The paper then proposes a research study that will evaluate if social support networks, such as 12-step programs, rehabilitation programs and related community-based social services, could lead to a reduction of child abuse and substance abuse. The paper explains that the population for this study is parents of African-American children between the ages of two and ten years old, who have a high incidents of child abuse and substance abuse.

Table of Contents:
Abstract
Problem Statement
Research Question
Literature Review
Hypothesis
Sample
Human Subject Issues
Conceptualization and Operationalization
Research Design
Data Collection
Data Analysis
Discussion

From the Paper
"This is an area where family therapy can be especially facilitative. For families in which self-expression is considered a weakness, an empowerment approach can help define the family in terms of the unique forms, structures, and roles that clients are actually immersed in or are attempting to renegotiate, rather than in terms of an ideal unit. Clients should be supported in defining their families for themselves and then in using creative outreach strategies to actively involve the identified members in a variety of family sessions."

Tags:quantitative, african, american, rehabilitation, counseling, correlational

Abstract
This paper details a research design which will follow the hypothesis that when music is played, regardless of the type of music played, that shoppers will spend more time and more money as opposed to the amount of time and money spent when the music is not being played. It provides a methodology explanation, limitations of the study and implications of the study.

From the Paper
"Marketers continuously attempt to influence shopper habits by manipulating their environment. It has been known since the early 1970s that factors such as lighting, layout, sounds, colors and temperature invoke emotional responses in consumers (Kotler, 1973). Research has shown that the amount of time spent in a restaurant was directly related to the amount of money spent (Caldwell and Hibbert, 2002). Musical preferences were found to play a factor in the restaurant experience. However, the tempo of the music was not found to be significant (Caldwell and Hibbert, 2002). Several researchers have focused on the effects of music on consumer behavior (North, Hargreaves, and McKendrick, 1996; Yalch & Spangenberg, 1990; Milliman, 1982)."

Tags:consumer, behavior, song

Abstract
Because of revolutions in knowledge and information technology and the demand for learning to be more meaningful, schools are changing their structures and teachers are changing with them. One of the most useful tools in modern education is technology and the use of computers. This paper investigates the use of computers and the internet in the classroom as a way of increasing motivation and attention in students. The paper proposes a literature review and research proposal to obtain answers to the following questions:
What effect does the use of technology in the classroom have on the students? interest in the curriculum?
Does the engagement in computer activities improve the concentration span of the students?
Is there a relationship between the use of technology and improved academic performance in elementary school students?

From the Paper
"One of the other important ways for teachers to improve their competence with using technology in the classroom was brainstorming with other teachers. Koszalka (2001) agrees with Renwick on this in her study that examined the hypothesis that teachers involved in a listserv discussion about integrating web resources would have a more positive attitude towards using the web resources. The study was conducted with K-12 public school teachers from six states assigned to a treatment group where they participated either in a small or large discussion group on a listserv and a control group. All the participants filled an attitudinal survey. The results showed that the teachers in the treatment groups had more positive attitudes regardless of the group size."

Tags:Multiple, Intelligences, multi-media, curriculum

Abstract
This paper is a research proposal designed to show that students perform better in school, both academically and socially, when their parents and/or other caring adults are involved in their lives and that the skills students learn from their parents and school at a young age carry over into their adult lives and affect how they function in society. The author reports that she will use a quantitative method based on report card grades and a parental questionnaire ascertaining the degree of parental involvement. The paper assumes that the analysis will show that, in general, children who perform well in school have more parental involvement overall than children who perform poorly. And this is why programs for these at-risk children, those not supported by their parents, are so badly needed.

Table of Contents
Definition and Significance of the Problem
Conceptual Framework/Literature Review
Hypothesis or Statement of Purpose
Methodology
Data Analysis
Limitations of the Study

From the Paper
"Often, there is not much time for the children after the parent or parents arrive home from work. They are tired, and therefore the homework and other concerns of the child are often neglected or done in haste instead of talked about the done properly. This is doing a great disservice to our youth, as they will be the future of this world, and many of them will be ill prepared for the "real world" of work, bills, and household duties and responsibilities because of a poor education and poor role models. This can be prevented, but it is not an easy fix, and much work remains to be done."

Tags:function, quantitative, report-card, questionnaire, programs

Abstract
This paper presents a research proposal to investigate the possible correlations between exposure to fashion magazines and young women's romantic beliefs, sexual attitudes and the actual quality of their romantic relationships. The paper discusses these issues with regards to the impact that magazines have on self-image in general.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Literature Review
Romance
Sex
Processing the Magazines' Distorted Values
Theoretical Framework
Factors on Readers' Vulnerability
Appearance-Oriented: Beauty and the Perfect Body
Research Design
Sample
Data Collection
Independent Variables
Dependent Variables
Research Questions/Hypotheses & Limitations
Conclusion
Appendix

From the Paper
"Cosmopolitan and Glamour, the two best-selling fashion magazines in the world, sell sex in their content more than anything else (McCleneghan 2003). Their main profit comes from advertisements of cosmetic products, not the actual sales. In 2000, a supposedly flat year for magazine advertising, their ads revenue has grown more than 5% (McCleneghan 2003). Marchand (1985) suggests America has entered a "consumption ethic" where the media is sending cultural messages to construct individuals' desires through changing their self-concept (McCracken 1992); and that desire is commodified and sold back to the individuals. In the fashion discourse, magazines target 17-24 year-old young women in promoting sex and their beauty products because they are single and they are in relationships; they have more disposable income for clothing, beauty products, entertainment and magazines (McCleneghan 2003). Along with the increasingly explicit sexual content in the magazines, correlated or not, is a "sexual revolution" in the past two decades (Netting 1992). There are several trends in single youths' sexual behavior: the increased premarital sexual activity in North America; decrease in age of first intercourse; and the rise in number of premarital partners (Netting, 1992). In 1980, 41% of women had no prior sexual experience; in 1990, the percentage of these sexually-inexperienced women dropped to 21%. Extensive studies have attempted to show the impact--mostly negative--on young women who are exposed to the sexually-explicit fashion magazines--their self-esteem, body image and attitudes towards sex (Attwood 2005; David 2005; Jackson 2005; Lindner 2004; Machin & Thornborrow 2003). In this review, the aim is to extend on the impact of magazines beyond the personal level, showing the possible effects it brings to these young women's romantic relationships: their romantic/relationship beliefs, their sexual attitudes and in turn the satisfaction of their love life."

Tags:media, esteem, image, romance

Abstract
This is a research proposal that was done to look at the effects of poverty on immigration in Canada. In Canada, immigrants are more likely to live under the poverty line than native Canadian-born citizens. The proposal attempts to answer the question: Why are Canada?s immigrants more likely to end up in poverty than native-born Canadians. It is a qualitative proposal, which includes a literature review. The author discusses census data and utilizes interview questions and answers. The proposal was written in first person narrative, and is 13 pages long, including bibliography as well as a potential newspaper ad for gathering applicants to the study.

From the Paper
"This study will hopefully show why it is that immigrants to Canada , at least those who arrived since 1981, are more likely to live in poverty than native-born Canadians. It will attempt to find possible solutions to prevent this from happening to future immigrant populations, whether the problem lies in the hands of the immigration system, or if it has to do with something else. Optimistically, my study will also serve to educate the public and policy makers to adopt different views on immigration and immigrants than the ones currently harbored by many. In my opinion, education of the public and lawmakers will prove crucial after the findings to start finding ways to make some changes to get these people out of poverty, which would benefit everyone."

Tags:literature, census, methods, interview, qualitiative, research, immigration, LICO

Abstract
This paper proposes a study to examine the sexual esteem of adolescents as a potentially positive feature of their sexual development. Sexual esteem is an individual's sense of confidence in their sexuality and ability to be a good and satisfying sexual partner. The paper places sexual esteem within the context of adolescent relationships and in juxtaposition with the rampant body image issues experienced by adolescents to determine whether or not body image plays a role in adolescents' sexual esteem. The study also examines individuals who are in relationships to determine whether or not dyadic adjustment plays a moderating role between body image and sexual esteem.

Outline:
Current Study
Method

From the Paper
"Western adolescents are growing up in a culture that places a great deal of emphasis on beauty. The media prescribes ideal body image standards which are often unrealistic and not at all representative of a healthy lifestyle. Thoughts of body self-consciousness are not uncommon in Western society where individuals, especially adolescents, are constantly bombarded with images of athletic appeal and sexual beauty. Adolescents are especially prone to body self-consciousness, as the media directly targets adolescent audiences and creates a culture of peer pressure in which adolescents feel they must adhere to the values of thinness and beauty (Farguhar & Wasyllkiw, 2007). Research has shown that adolescents, particularly young girls, are greatly influences by media portrayals of thinness (Bell, Lawton & Dittmar, 2007). For example, Bell and colleagues (2007) found that young girls who watched music videos that sexually depicted thin models had higher scores on body dissatisfaction than did those who only listened to the songs and did not see the corresponding images of thinness and 'ideal beauty.' "

Tags:self-acceptance, heterosexual, gay, eating, disorders

Abstract
This research proposal examines the relationship between self-esteem and the quality of romance in terms of the couples' perceived regard and their own satisfaction of the relationship. The paper aims to describe the importance of positive illusion as a mediator of the perception of the intimates. The paper discusses the benefits and drawbacks of such positivity and how it relates to self-esteem. The paper further discusses the impact it has on the relationship quality and whether illusion or reality is more important?

Outline:
Introduction
Method
Results
Discussion

From the Paper
"People with high self-esteem are somehow more motivated to repair their mood and are more likely to take the initiative to action in some way that would make them happier. (Heimpel et al. 2002) High self-esteem beings are more satisfied with their intimate relationships due to protection of self-worth and positive illusions. However, as much as these individuals idealize their relationship with their partner, there bound to be times when the conflict is too perceptible that challenges their belief in a perfect relationship; this should be when high and low self-esteem people differ with each other. If high self-esteem people do indeed have higher motivation to make themselves feel better; the hypothesis is that when positive illusions cannot play a role in repairing the negative feeling towards the relationship because the conflict is too overt, there is a high likelihood for high self-worth individuals to adopt the approach commitment (rather than the avoidance commitment) which is proven to be positively associated with relationship satisfaction. In other words, the reason for the tendency for high self-esteem people be more satisfied with their relationships is that their style of commitment which can enhance the intimate relationship. "

Tags:romance, romantic, relationship, self, esteem, positive, illusion, positivity, self, denial, intimacy, intimate, partner, satisfaction, quality, research, method, proposal, mood, regulation, negativity, motivation, motivated, reasoning, vicious, cycle, feedback, loop, happiness, self

Abstract
This research proposal explores the disease of asthma, its symptoms, affected populations, and treatments, with particular focus on the usefulness and efficacy of nutritional supplements. The role of the FDA is touched upon, and the hypotheses and methodology for the proposed study are included. The paper concludes that possibly, if a study is undertaken with regards to nutritional supplements usage and the treatment of asthma in elderly and adult patients, effects can be noted and a base for further research can be developed.

Outline:
Background of the Problem
What is Nutrition?
How Does Nutrition Affect The Human Body?
Asthma and its Effects
Nutritional Supplements
Uses of Nutritional Supplements That a Physician Should Know About
Treatment of Asthma
Why Is Asthma Under Diagnosed And Under Treated In The Elderly?
Statement of Problem: Effects of Nutritional Supplements on Asthma
Hypotheses for the Study
Definition of Terms
Importance of the Study - Nutritional Supplements and Asthma
Why should we study the effect of Nutritional Supplements on Asthma?
Research Questions for the Study
Methods of Research - Methodology
Procedure to Collect Data and Treatment of Data
Methods-Sample Selection and Sample Size
Ethics and Review
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Asthma is categorized as disease that has taken a toll on children, adolescents and elderly alike. It has symptoms that are easy to detect, and for such, treatment is usually always required. However, one thing to note here is the fact that Asthma is generally incurable and that it can only be controlled through drugs and medication, with proper and early diagnosis of asthma in the patient. (Mark, 2006)
"It is one the most common diseases in the United States and all over the world, with about approximately 20 million people affected with asthma in the United States only. In this, quite a large number are children. (Mark, 2006)"

Tags:asthmatic, vitamin, mineral