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Truancy In San Bernardino: What Is It And How Should We Respond, Susan Elizabeth Kennedy
Truancy In San Bernardino: What Is It And How Should We Respond, Susan Elizabeth Kennedy
Theses Digitization Project
The focus of this study was to gain an understanding of truancy. Familial factors are frequently blamed for attendance issues, but research shows that the reasons for truancy are oftentimes more complex. The study was conducted using the constructivist paradigm, and key stakeholders were interviewed to discuss their experience with truancy. The study's findings will influence social work practice by providing guidance to create effective truancy programs in San Bernardino. The study site for this research project was the San Bernardino Public Defender's Office. The research project was conducted in the Juvenile Division of the office. The participants were selected …
Culturally Responsive Curriculum: Enrichment Projects For School Age-Children, MóNica Balbuena De La Sancha
Culturally Responsive Curriculum: Enrichment Projects For School Age-Children, MóNica Balbuena De La Sancha
Theses Digitization Project
This project addresses the need of a culturally responsive curriculum for children of Mexican descent. This culturally responsive curriculum was developed to expose children to Mexico's unique history, culture, traditions, and indigenous peoples.
A Critical Discourse Analysis Of Language Policy In California, Steven Gomez
A Critical Discourse Analysis Of Language Policy In California, Steven Gomez
Theses Digitization Project
This thesis aims to investigate the issues surrounding California's Proposition 227, an important language policy passed in June of 1998 which drastically limited bilingual education. This proposition requires that all public school systems be in English only. Using a method known as Critical Discourse Analysis, this study exposes the underlying bias embedded in the discourse of newspaper articles from: the Los Angeles Times, the Orange County Register, and the Sacramento Bee. After analyzing articles from these newspapers various themes emerged which indicated that each newspaper adhered to either assimilationists' position which is conservative, or a pluralist position which is backed …
Teaching Mathematics In The Classroom With Powerpoint Software, Robert Ward Kopp
Teaching Mathematics In The Classroom With Powerpoint Software, Robert Ward Kopp
Theses Digitization Project
This study will look at at how to better student achievement in an Algebra II course. Specifically this study examines two different modifications made during the second semester of an Algebra II course taught at a high school in Riverside County. The modifications that were made were based on a detailed literature review that suggested looking at how students learn while using PowerPoint software as an instructional tool and at the same time investigate the consequence of rearranging a fairly common and predetermined curriculum pattern.
The Effectiveness Of Computer Games On Mathematics Learning In Elementary School, Sarah Michelle Lakamp
The Effectiveness Of Computer Games On Mathematics Learning In Elementary School, Sarah Michelle Lakamp
Theses Digitization Project
This study examined the use of mathematics computer games on math achievement as assessed by teachers, tests taken by students and students' attitudes. Students who played recreational games at home and used the computer game at school improved more on the math achievement measure compared to students who only played at home, who only played at school, and who played at neither home nor school, indicating that recreational game playing can prime children to gain more benefits from educational software.
Evaluation Of The Effectiveneess Of Social Work Intervention In The "Making Attendance A Priority Program", Justine Beatriz Rangel
Evaluation Of The Effectiveneess Of Social Work Intervention In The "Making Attendance A Priority Program", Justine Beatriz Rangel
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to address the problem of truancy by looking at what types of effective interventions helped to decrease truancy within the preadolescent population. This study looks at the correlation between a social work intervention and attendence with 27 fifth grade students who were in the MAPP program (Making Attendance a Priority Program). An evaluation of the effectiveness of a social work intervention on truancy rates for students in the MAPP program.
The Day The River Ran Away: The Impact Of A Children's Literature Book And Accompanying Curriculum Upon Student Perceptions Of The Salton Sea, Kathryn Ann Schofield
The Day The River Ran Away: The Impact Of A Children's Literature Book And Accompanying Curriculum Upon Student Perceptions Of The Salton Sea, Kathryn Ann Schofield
Theses Digitization Project
This project is focused on an author-created children's literature book about the Salton Sea called "The Day the River Ran Away". An accompanying curriculum has been developed for third grade students to increase knowledge of ecological foundations and conceptual awareness
What Contributes To Academic Achievement Among Elementary Grade Students: A Needs Assessment, Adriana Chavez, Martha Tinehyn Glomah
What Contributes To Academic Achievement Among Elementary Grade Students: A Needs Assessment, Adriana Chavez, Martha Tinehyn Glomah
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this research study was to investigate the needs of parents and teachers to identify factors that contributed to academic achievement among elementary grade students. Data was collected from a total of 65 parents and teachers of elementary grade students from Rowland Elementary School in Rowland Heights.
The Role Of Native Target Cultures In The High School English-As-A-Foreign-Language Classroom, Gwendolyne Claudine Mamanua
The Role Of Native Target Cultures In The High School English-As-A-Foreign-Language Classroom, Gwendolyne Claudine Mamanua
Theses Digitization Project
The goal of this project is to provide a curriculum that allows EFL students to learn through various social settings. Learning English through various classroom activities also enables the learner to apply the knowledge outside of the classroom setting.
The Pros And Cons Of Using Technology In Primary Education, Astrid Ryterband
The Pros And Cons Of Using Technology In Primary Education, Astrid Ryterband
Theses Digitization Project
The aim of this thesis is to examine computer technology as an educative tool in primary education and to discover how it's affecting instruction and learning. The writer of this thesis believes that the integration of literacy and computer technology can be successful, provide that government, administration, faculty, parents and students work together.
Using Research Based Teaching Strategies With Bilingual Students, Miriam Perez Blum
Using Research Based Teaching Strategies With Bilingual Students, Miriam Perez Blum
Theses Digitization Project
This project examines instructional approaches that have been used to teach literacy to the English language learner. It also examines elements of the Foundation for California Early Literacy Learning (2003) and how they become integrated into daily classroom instruction.
Using Food As A Content Domain In An English-As-A-Second-Language Program, Janna Edith Kaas
Using Food As A Content Domain In An English-As-A-Second-Language Program, Janna Edith Kaas
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project is to propose project based learning by cooking food as a way of teaching English as a second language to elementary school children. In using foods, recipes, and cooking utensils, the students are using all their senses to help them understand the messages presented.
Practicing Teacher Perceptions Of Technology And Technology Integration In K-12 Education, Stephanie Lyn De Jong
Practicing Teacher Perceptions Of Technology And Technology Integration In K-12 Education, Stephanie Lyn De Jong
Theses Digitization Project
This cross-sectional study assessed participants' perceptions of classroom technology integration and compared them to variables such as years of teaching experience, age, gender, computer access, technology training and level of technology adoption in the classroom.
Has The Passage Of Proposition 227 Had An Effect On The Redesignation Rates Of English Language Learners In The Rialto Unified School District?, Moises Mauricio Merlos
Has The Passage Of Proposition 227 Had An Effect On The Redesignation Rates Of English Language Learners In The Rialto Unified School District?, Moises Mauricio Merlos
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of the project was to develop a study that would test whether the promise of students learning to speak English fluently in a shorter amount of time was met by Proposition 227.
Addressing Students' Competencies Thru Portfolio Evaluation, Victor Raymond Schiro
Addressing Students' Competencies Thru Portfolio Evaluation, Victor Raymond Schiro
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project is to develop a classroom handbook explaining the process and standards, necessary in developing an employability portfolio.
The Influence Of Preschool Experiences On The Transition To Kindergarten, Trang Phoung Nguyen
The Influence Of Preschool Experiences On The Transition To Kindergarten, Trang Phoung Nguyen
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
A Study Of A Special Education School For Students With Mild Mental Retardation In Bandung, Indonesia, Susanti Soebianta
A Study Of A Special Education School For Students With Mild Mental Retardation In Bandung, Indonesia, Susanti Soebianta
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project is to present information about education that is provided for children from Indonesia who have been placed into special education programs. It will provide background information that will help teachers in the United States understand students who come into this country and into American classrooms.
Use Of Learning-Logs In High School Pre-Algebra Classes To Improve Mastery Of Rational Numbers And Linear Equations For High-Risk Minority Students, Peter August Sehlmeyer
Use Of Learning-Logs In High School Pre-Algebra Classes To Improve Mastery Of Rational Numbers And Linear Equations For High-Risk Minority Students, Peter August Sehlmeyer
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to determine whether there was a relationship in the use of learning-logs to traditional or current math instruction in secondary school pre-algebra classes to improve the mastery of single-variable equations by high-risk minority students.