Recent Papers

• ELM, ARCS, and Gerlach and Ely Models

  In a paper of four pages, the author reflects upon three different models of instruction that can be used to foster student learning. The three models presented, the ELM, ARCS, and Gerlach and Ely Models provide foundation for creating instruction and defining the roles of educator and learners. The different strategies in these models support the belief that student engagement is an important aspect of the learning process. Of the three models, the Gerlach and Ely Design Model distinguishes itself from the others by focusing more on a clearly prescribed path to presenting content which differs from the motivational models of the ELM and ARCS. There are four sources listed. ... MORE

• Jean M. Twenge, Generation Me

  This book review pertains to Jean M. Twenge's text Generation Me, which is a study of the differences between the attitudes and sense of self that characterizes different generations. The author asserts that Generation Me developed an inflated sense of self-importance due to the emphasis placed on self-esteem development in public schools. The write evaluates the value of this text. Four pages in length, two sources are cited. ... MORE

• Ultrasound Technology in Pregnancy

  In a paper of three pages, the author reflects on existing research on the use of ultrasounds during pregnancy. The author provides an overview of studies that show that there are few benefits from the use of ultrasounds at every visit, but there are two times during a pregnancy when this technology has considerable value. Bibliography lists four sources. ... MORE

• Two Case Studies

  In a paper that includes notes and a powerpoint presentation on two case studies of eight pages total, the author reflects on two case studies in nursing. The author identifies important components of each of the case studies and relates them to existing evidence-based practice. There are four sources listed. The student should request example powerpoint MHfluidele.ppt. ... MORE

• Personality Tests

  This paper discusses different personality assessments: it comments on how personality assessments and theories are influenced by the lack of a definition for personality. The paper discuses the MMPI and the NEO and how tests are used at work. There are four sources used in this three page paper ... MORE