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Learning In Transitions: Migrant Women Reflecting On Life Trajectories And Constructing Self-Identity, Heh Youn Shin

Adult Education Research Conference

The purpose of this paper is to examine how foreign wives in Korea present themselves in relation to the dominant discourse surrounding them through stories of migration and marriage experiences.

A Scoping Review Of International Experiences By U.S. Extension Professionals: Lessons And Opportunities, Benjamin B. Grove, Sarah A. Bush, Jeremy Elliott-Engel

Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education

The U.S. Cooperative Extension System (CES) faculty and administrators have contemplated internationalization for decades. A proposed way to support internationalization of CES is international extension experiences. This scoping review assessed the literature from 1980-2020 on direct international extension experiences of Extension professionals. Nineteen articles were included in the study after careful screening. We coded for the benefits that resulted from each article: (a) global/international perspectives, (b) personal belief in the value of international experiences, (c) learning/knowledge gains/skills building, (d) appreciation for diversity, (e) increased perceived value of Extension, (f) self-esteem/reinvigoration, and (g) benefits to domestic clientele. Emergent themes were found …

Gender, Access To Agricultural Extension, And Seed Sourcing Among Small-Scale Farmers In Uganda, Helaina M. Curtin, Travis Reynolds, Daniel Tobin

Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education

Agricultural extension services have been vital for the development of the agricultural sector across the globe, providing information and support for farmers to improve their productivity and economic livelihoods. However, studies have shown that access to extension services may not be equitable, mediated by factors such as gender, remoteness, and type of production system. In Uganda, resource constraints and gender shape which small-scale farmers access extension services. This study uses data from two waves of the Ugandan National Panel Survey (collected with support from the World Bank through the Living Standards Measurement Study – Integrated Surveys on Agriculture) to investigate …

Using The Ranked Discrepancy Model To Identify Priority Topics For Professional Development For Agricultural Extension, Lendel K. Narine

Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education

In an ever-changing agricultural context, extension agents are expected to possess the competencies to provide relevant non-formal education to their clientele on persistent and emerging issues. This research note applies the Ranked Discrepancy Model (RDM) to assess priority topic areas for professional development activities in agricultural extension. The study followed a correlation design and gathered survey data from a sample of agricultural extension agents at [University] (n = 42). Results indicated the high priority areas for professional development irrigation technologies, weed control, post-farm activities (e.g., value-added products and marketing), and GPS technologies and drones for real-time monitoring. The study …

Fight, Flight, Freeze: The Impact Of A Dyslexia Simulation On Preservice Teachers, Carolyn Carlson

The Advocate

Teachers must have an understanding of dyslexia, including characteristics, assessments, and interventions, but also an understanding of the reactions the students may display when faced with these learning difficulties. In addition, teachers need to be aware of how their typical classroom practices may cause even further disruptions and challenges to the student rather than supporting them in their learning. This study asked preservice teachers to participate in the Experience Dyslexia simulation to gain new insight into not only the challenges faced by students with dyslexia regarding brain-based processing issues, but also how the classroom environment contributes to those difficulties. By …

Nurturing A Culture Of Change In K-12 Schools, Howard Pitler

The Advocate

Abstract

Title: Nurturing a Culture of Change in K-12 Schools

As K-12 education undergoes rapid evolution to meet the demands of a changing world, educational leaders must navigate complex challenges to drive meaningful transformation. This article delves into the imperative for change in educational systems globally and explores tailored strategies for fostering a culture of change within K-12 schools.

Visionary leadership emerges as a cornerstone for guiding schools through periods of change, emphasizing innovation, collaboration, and student-centered approaches. Cultivating a change-ready school culture involves nurturing an environment that encourages experimentation, risk-taking, and continuous learning. Effective communication and collaboration, both internally …

A Practitioner's Conceptualization Of Student Engagement, Alan English

The Advocate

Student engagement is one of the most promising concepts in educational research today, as it has been positively correlated to a host of desirable outcomes and negatively correlated to a variety of undesirable outcomes. While there has been tremendous progress in advancing our understanding of student engagement including the developing of student engagement models in recent years, most of that work has been focused on advancing educational research rather than disseminating best practices to P-12 practitioners. The aim here is to provide practitioners a brief coverage on the current literature on student engagement, a concise, practical model of engagement, and …

The Advocate

The Advocate

Information related to ATE-K and The Advocate, the peer-reviewed journal of the Association of Teacher Educators in Kansas

A Letter From The Ate-K President

The Advocate

A letter from ATE-K President, Dr. Alan English

50 Years Of Publication: A Document Analysis Of Social Justice In The Educational Considerations Corpus, Tracey Conway, Nelofar Khamisani, Vajiheh Shahsavari, Ernestina Wiafe

Educational Considerations

The purpose of this research article is to explore how social justice in education has evolved over the past 50 years of peer-reviewed article publications in Kansas State University College of Education’s academic journal, Educational Considerations. The research sought to unveil how social justice in education has evolved over the past 50 years based on publications in Educational Considerations. The study utilized a qualitative research approach, specifically adopting a document analysis methodology. This research drew its data from peer-reviewed articles published in Educational Considerations spanning from 1973 to 2023. Literature not originally found in Educational Considerations—but relevant …

A Retrospective Of Educational Considerations And The Evolving Nature Of School Partnerships, Eileen Wertzberger

Educational Considerations

Over its 50-year journey, Educational Considerations has been a platform embracing diverse voices in education, aiming to stimulate critical thinking on educational matters. From its inception, it invited input from educators and stakeholders, fostering a broad discourse on educational concerns. This inclusivity attracted contributions from various quarters often overlooked by mainstream academic journals: administrators, teachers, non-profit leaders, etc. Their insights have chronicled important shifts in public education, including the evolving nature of school partnerships. These intentional relationships between K-12 institutions and various stakeholders have become pivotal in shaping educational practice and supporting student success. This article explores how Educational Considerations …

Reminiscing African Presence In Text: A Content Analysis Of 50 Years Of Published Works In Educational Considerations, Ernestina Wiafe

Educational Considerations

In an era characterized by evolving perspectives on diversity, inclusion, and decolonization within the domain of education, the exploration of African presence in educational literature emerges as an important endeavor. This study delved into a half-century of published works in Educational Considerations, with a particular focus on texts about and from Africa. Employing a qualitative content analysis methodology, the research traversed a vast corpus of published works spanning five decades. The analysis showed a progressive transition from underrepresentation to an emerging exploration of Africa in Educational Considerations, which signifies the growing acknowledgment of Africa’s invaluable contribution to shaping academia, …

Postsecondary Teachers’ Perspectives On Effectively Engaging Learners In Today’S Post "Pandemic Pedagogy" Era, Deepak P. Subramony

Educational Considerations

This article presents the findings of a recent study surveying and interviewing post-secondary teachers within a college of education at a large, Carnegie "R1" public university in the Midwestern United States to unearth their perspectives of how to better engage their learners within the hybrid/multiple-modality instructional contexts that represent the new normal in today’s post "pandemic pedagogy" era. Within the current context of potentially emerging new variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and/or other pathogens, it also discusses key findings related to the teachers’ views regarding the current levels of institutional support they receive to this end, and their perspectives regarding …

Examination Of Ugandan Educators’ Cultural Preferences When Teaching Agriculture: A Q Methodological Study, Rebekah Mccarty, Shannon Norris-Parish, Don Edgar, Lacey Roberts-Hill, Jeff Witte

Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education

Increasing human capital is a critical challenge of developmental aid. Secondary education is known to be the single greatest contributor to agricultural productivity in developing countries. Ultimately, as technology advances, researchers and curriculum designers must investigate variables influencing the successful transmission of agricultural information or the gap will widen. We used framing theory to examine the impact of culture on the adoption of educational resources in a developing nation. The purpose of this study was to investigate the cultural preferences of educators in Uganda when engaging with educational materials created by individuals from a developed nation. We used Q methodology …

Using Data To Make Evidence Informed Decisions In School Social Work, Robert Lucio, Michael Campbell, Tiffany Nelson, Courtney Wiest

International Journal of School Social Work

Effectively supporting school social workers (SSW) in using data to make evidence informed decisions can be challenging for many reasons. This study examines how SSW utilize data across each step of the data engagement framework and, explores the confidence level of SSW in identifying data as well as specific types of data being utilized in the school setting. Data were collected though mixed-methods survey items with social workers in one district in central Florida asking about the different ways in which SSW were engaged with data usage. Results from the study indicate that SSW felt more comfortable in identifying interventions …

Examining School Social Work Certifications Across The Midwest States, Robert Lucio, Emilie Souhrada, Julie Inciti, Brandon Mitchell

International Journal of School Social Work

School social workers are increasingly being recognized and employed in schools across the country to promote critical avenues of system-wide school-based support. However, limited research has explored state certification standards of school social workers to understand the implications on practice efficacy and roles to improve the overall capacity of practitioners. In this study, we examine licensing standards and practice across 13 Midwest states, leveraging key partners in each state of interest. Findings reveal a large variation in SSW preparation, certification, and licensing standards. Aspects discussed in the results include, degree requirements, preparation programs, state endorsement, pathways to licensure, evaluation components, …

Under Their Wing: A Case Study Of Caring Adults Who Support Homeless Youth, Christina L. Helfrick

International Journal of School Social Work

Despite many risk factors, few interventions exist to support youth who are homeless. Theories of resilience and social capital offer support for the development of a school-appointed, homeless, student advocate program. However, these theories do not offer a process or description of activities or qualities of an advocate. This case study is used as an initial step in intervention development. A one-time, focus-group was utilized as a purposeful sample of individuals experienced with supporting homeless youth will be used to create a framework for practice. This study asked the following questions: What is a programmatic framework for a school-appointed homeless …

Instructional Perspectives Of Christian Educators In The Black Church, E. Paulette Isaac-Savage, Barbara A. Fears, Lisa R. Brown, Sha-Lai L. Williams

Adult Education Research Conference

Key to the education of Blacks in the church is Christian educators. Their instructional perspectives are imbued with spiritual groundings and faith that impact their pedagogy and adult learners.

Culturally Liberative Mentorship: Developing Agents For Change In Stem Doctoral Education, Dilara Yaya-Bryson, Lisa Merriweather, Marah Lambert, Cathy D. Howell, Edith Gnanadass

Adult Education Research Conference

This research explored faculty perceptions and experiences regarding mentoring racially minoritized doctoral students in STEM. Cultivation of Culturally liberative mindset is recommended to guide faculty development in mentoring.

Artificial Intelligence And Graduate Research – The Possibilities, Limitations, And Guardrails, Yugant Patra

Adult Education Research Conference

Artificial Intelligence tools are evolving as important instruments in graduate-level research. This round table will discuss the use of such tools and the need to maintain the authenticity and rigor of the qualitative graduate research process.

The Impact Of Digital Technology On Employees' Development Via Informal Learning Approach: A Systematic Review, Ke Ma

Adult Education Research Conference

The objective of this literature study is to assess the feasibility of HRD practitioners incorporating digital technology to support informal learning in enterprises, with the aim of improving employees' professional development.

Enhancing Community Engagement For Sustainable Educational Outreach In Urban Environments: An Action Research Study, Rebecca Hardeman, Alexandra Cox

Adult Education Research Conference

Cooperative Extension currently faces engagement challenges in urban areas. This roundtable will explore research on boosting outreach and engagement in urban areas for Extension professionals.

Nelson Mandela’S Actions Toward Adult Continuing Education As An Example Of What It Can Mean To Be A Dedicated Life-Long Learner, Serge Gasore

Adult Education Research Conference

In this presentation, one uses Nelson Mandela’s actions toward adult continuing education as an example of what it can mean to be a dedicated life-long learner.

Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948). An Inquiry Into Adult Education, Teacher Training, Vocational Education, And Women's Education, Kariman Mahmoud

Adult Education Research Conference

Despite Gandhi’s contributions to education, little research has explored his accomplishments in adult education. This paper sheds light on Gandhi's reflections on adult education, teachers' training, vocational, and women's education.

A Literature Review Of Men-Centered Articles In The Adult Education Research Conference Proceedings 1997-2022, Lisa Baumgartner

Adult Education Research Conference

Abstract: I reviewed men-centered articles in the Adult Education Research Conference Proceedings between 1997-2022 to learn how men were portrayed and how hegemonic masculinity was demonstrated.

Exploring Transformative Learning For Student Self-Care In Undergraduate Healthcare Education: An In-Progress Action Research Study, Margaret Schmidt

Adult Education Research Conference

This presentation highlights the investigation of an Action Research study focused on undergraduate preparedness for student self-care in healthcare education.

Unveiling Strategies: Empowering Autistic Adult Learners In Higher Education Through Inclusive Research Practices, Kevin J. Mallary, Adam L. Mcclain

Adult Education Research Conference

This qualitative research investigates strategies of autistic adult learners in higher education through participatory methods. Findings reveal nuanced experiences, emphasizing the need for inclusive research to support diverse learners effectively.

Does Neurodiversity Have A Place In Adult Education’S Discussion Of Diversity And Social Justice?, Tulare W. Park, John Szabo, Kari Sheward, Carol Rogers-Shaw

Adult Education Research Conference

This literature review explores the place of neurodivergent adults in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging policies and practices and the relationship between neurodiversity and social justice initiatives in adult education.

Mentoring Assistant Professors: Supporting And Nurturing Talent Needed To Grow A Program, Jeffrey Zacharakis

Adult Education Research Conference

This paper provides an overview of a land grant university's college of education assistant professor mentoring program, and how mentoring is needed to develop successful junior faculty and grow an academic program in a neoliberal environment.

Educators Creating Liberatory And Inclusive Environments Using Contemplative Educational Tools, Julee Rosser

Adult Education Research Conference

Contemplative educational tools can enhance opportunities for adult educators to develop student-centered, liberatory education, helping students to learn through their triggers, thus creating transformative learning experiences.