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Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive

1987

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Increasing Essay Scores Of Advanced Placement Students By Use Of The Rubric And Forensic Invention, James M. Ford Jun 1987

Increasing Essay Scores Of Advanced Placement Students By Use Of The Rubric And Forensic Invention, James M. Ford

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive

The high percentage of Advanced Placement English Language and Composition Students receiving below average grades on the Advanced Placement Examination was addressed by the implementation of a composition program including the use of the rubric as an instructional device, the use of forensic invention as an instructional strategy teaching writing in the argumentative mode of rhetorical discourse, and the use of intensive weekend sessions of test simulation. Results were measured by a pre-test post-test essay examination graded holistically by a qualifier reader using a scoring rubric. Students were expected to improve to a standard equaling that of the national sample. …


Designing And Implementing An Observable Measure For Teacher Usage Of Structure And Consistency In Working With Autistic Students, Allen H. Navlen Apr 1987

Designing And Implementing An Observable Measure For Teacher Usage Of Structure And Consistency In Working With Autistic Students, Allen H. Navlen

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive

The inappropriate behavior of autistic students and teachers confusion, as to handling the students, was addressed by the design of an observable measure for teacher usage of structure and consistency in working with autistic students. The main thrust of this paper was to provide support to teachers so that they would handle students in a consistent manner in a structured classroom setting. Methods used were daily observation and meetings with feedback provided to teachers in a positive manner. The subjects responded favorably to the methods involved and implemented a structured and consistent environment for their students.