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Retaining Nevada's High Risk Youth In High School, Pat Spadaro
Retaining Nevada's High Risk Youth In High School, Pat Spadaro
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
The primary goal of dropout prevention programs is to prevent as many students from leaving school as possible. The percentage of individuals leaving Nevada schools without obtaining a regular diploma is among the highest in the nation (Schmidt & Barr, 2004, p. 9). The primary methodology employed in this project was Content Analysis (Leedy & Ormrod, 2005). In Content Analysis, the researcher identifies specific examples of selected characteristics in similar documents defining the characteristics more clearly. Each item is then broken down into smaller manageable segments to be analyzed separately (Leedy & Ormrod, 2005, p. 142). This research reviewed documents …
Teaching Drama In The Esl Classroom, Lisa A. Collins
Teaching Drama In The Esl Classroom, Lisa A. Collins
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
In the following study, the author describes the effectiveness of teaching drama techniques to English as a Second Language high school students. A review of literature is provided that demonstrates how integrating ESL teaching strategies with those of drama enhances language acquisition. The end product of the study is a 1 semester drama unit which meets standards of learning established by the Colorado Department of Education. It includes specific examples, source material, and worksheets which accommodate a variety of learning styles and levels. Students will learn to work cooperatively, develop an ability to retain information, and increase literacy skills by …
Speech Communication: A Case To Make Speech A Required Course For Secondary Graduation, Emily K. Campbell
Speech Communication: A Case To Make Speech A Required Course For Secondary Graduation, Emily K. Campbell
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
The research project examines how courses in speech communication tend to affect students. The author specifically considers how courses in speech affect student test scores, understanding in other core courses, employability in the work force, preparation for college, and self worth. Prior studies, testimonials, and an informal study from the 2004 National Forensic League National Tournament are used to support the case. The intent of the presentation is to persuade school officials to start, strengthen, or save local forensics programs.
Motivational Techniques For At Risk Students In An Online Secondary Environment, Adria D. Trembly
Motivational Techniques For At Risk Students In An Online Secondary Environment, Adria D. Trembly
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
This applied project addresses the issues related to at risk youth turning to the Internet as a means to obtain their high school diplomas. A review of literature examines the pros and cons of the virtual high schools, motivational theory, how to apply motivational techniques to the online setting, and methods that can be employed by online instructors to increase learner motivation and participation. The review results in a presentation by the author to fellow online instructors at the Fort Washakie Virtual High School with suggestions on how the teacher can increase the motivation of the student body who is …
The Myers Briggs Type Indicator And Learning In Secondary Classrooms, Holly Frank
The Myers Briggs Type Indicator And Learning In Secondary Classrooms, Holly Frank
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
Students and educators have different learning styles based on personality type. Because many of the 16 types identified in the Myers Briggs Type Indicator may be present in any given classroom, it is important for educators be aware of their own personality type and related learning and teaching styles, and also be able to recognize their students' behaviors and learning preferences based on their knowledge of the MBTI and its dichotomous pairs of preferences. In this project, this researcher attempted to create a way to equip educators with information about the implications of individual personality types and learning styles in …