Between two and three percent of the American population has some form of mental retardation. This paper discusses the definition, incidence, and etiology of mental retardation. It concludes by identifying prevention interventions. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Recognition of this need is broad-based, but assessing the worth of methods is not always so straightforward.
Elementary students are just as impatient as their busy parents.
The teacher must be quick, to the point and capture attention right away in order to hold it. This paper examines examples of current thoughts on methods of instruction in reading, science, math and integrated learning activities. Findings indicate that current work emphasizes the value of varied instructional methods in achieving quality educational outcomes. Bibliography lists 20 sources. A 10 page paper that provides an overview of Mexico's educational systems and a review of background in the development of their primary and secondary school programs.