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Improving Math Fact Fluency In Students, Hilary Sprague
Improving Math Fact Fluency In Students, Hilary Sprague
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Developing a solid math foundation is crucial for all students to ensure success. One of the foundational skills that students need to develop is the ability to find, recall and answer basic math facts accurately and effortlessly. Research has shown that students need to master their basic math facts to be successful in their math progression. Tier 2 interventions, educational math games, and computer-based math games were used to instruct, provide practice, and supplement core math instruction. The purpose of this school improvement project is to increase the proficiency scores of students with their basic math fact fluency. This school …
Implementing A Multi-Tiered System Of Support For Mathematics Instruction In Preschool Classrooms, Jennifer Petty
Implementing A Multi-Tiered System Of Support For Mathematics Instruction In Preschool Classrooms, Jennifer Petty
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Early intervention in preschool mathematics instruction is key. Studies have shown that the development of early math skills may be the single most important factor for determining future school success. This school improvement plan lays out the necessary steps that the Sioux City Community School District (SCCSD) can follow to implement a Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS) for the Preschool Initiative classrooms that are a part of the Iowa Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program for Four-Year-Olds. This plan includes providing teachers who are a part of the Sioux City Community School District’s early childhood special education classrooms and the community partner …
The Modern High School Learning Environment: A Study Of Differentiated Learning And Flexible Grouping Strategies, Aaron Wilken
The Modern High School Learning Environment: A Study Of Differentiated Learning And Flexible Grouping Strategies, Aaron Wilken
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This research project explores the effects of differentiated learning and flexible grouping on students’ learning in high school mathematics. Specifically, the research demonstrates the effects of flexible grouping in a team-taught environment on students’ engagement and achievement. In this research study, students from two sections of team-taught Algebra 1 were used to determine changes in levels of engagement and achievement. First, students were grouped into a remediation group or an independent learning group based on their level of proficiency on an initial formative assessment. Students received instruction, practiced the necessary skills, and were assessed to conclude the study. Additionally, the …
Play Based Learning A School Improvement Plan, Kalee Chamberlin
Play Based Learning A School Improvement Plan, Kalee Chamberlin
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Play-based learning is a topic that is often discussed at the early childhood level. Research has shown that play-based learning can lead to success within the classroom in the areas of social-emotional skills, literacy, and mathematics. Research conducted within the Muscatine Community School District suggests that children could benefit from additional time in play-based learning opportunities. This school improvement plan describes in detail the process needed to implement a plan to increase the amount of time spent in play-based learning opportunities within the preschool classroom.