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Using Communication To Improve Parental Involvement In The Sixth-Grade Classroom, Ashley Reese
Using Communication To Improve Parental Involvement In The Sixth-Grade Classroom, Ashley Reese
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose of this action research project is to determine the impact of communication on parental engagement and student achievement. Various types of communication were sent home to help initiate parental engagement. During the first communication session, parents had access to a class website that was updated daily. During the second communication session, a weekly newsletter was sent home. In the final communication session, parents received a weekly email outlining what was happening in class and what homework students should be working on. Qualitative data was collected at the end of each communication period to determine parental engagement levels and …
Collective Efficacy Across Multiple Elementary Schools, Nicole Farrington
Collective Efficacy Across Multiple Elementary Schools, Nicole Farrington
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This school improvement project explored the effect that shared leadership and collective efficacy have on student achievement. Participants include 47 staff members from six different elementary schools in the Ottumwa Community School District. Participants spent the 2020-2021 school year attending monthly meetings and professional development sessions creating common assessments, rubrics, and curriculum. FAST data was collected to determine if the new committee of staff members influenced student scores in grades 2-5. It was determined that there was no positive or negative impact on student achievement based on the implementation of the Curriculum Council.
Formative Assessment And Technology In The Mathematics Classroom, Albert Humes
Formative Assessment And Technology In The Mathematics Classroom, Albert Humes
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This literature review investigates the use of formative assessment and technology in the classroom. There has been research to show that mathematics proficiency has dropped recently in the United States and researchers are looking to identify new strategies for student growth. Utilizing formative assessments, as well as targeted, immediate feedback for students, can help to improve student learning. As educational technology becomes more prevalent, more studies and research are focused around its effectiveness toward student achievement. The research found that formative assessment strategies, coupled with new technologies, can positively impact student achievement.
Tier Ii Interventions: Utilizing An Interventionist At The Secondary Level, Sarah Ham
Tier Ii Interventions: Utilizing An Interventionist At The Secondary Level, Sarah Ham
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose of this action research was to determine the impact of an interventionist conducting Tier II interventions on student achievement. The research setting was a high school English language arts classroom in Iowa where the participants included 58 ninth-grade students. In previous years, interventions were taught by the ELA teacher in the classroom; this action research dictated that an interventionist teach the Tier II intervention lesson to non-proficient students during class. Quantitative data from these participants was collected to assess the impact of an interventionist on student achievement in two reading skills: identifying the main idea and summarizing. Assessment …
The Importance Of Using Manipulatives In Math Class, Jennifer Lange
The Importance Of Using Manipulatives In Math Class, Jennifer Lange
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This literature review synthesizes research on how the use of manipulatives in math class benefit the learner. The problem is that the students are not always given the opportunity to explore and learn through the use of math manipulatives in order to gain a strong foundation and understanding of mathematical concepts. The purpose of this literature review is to explore the benefits of using manipulatives in the classroom and the impact it has on student achievement levels. The literature review is made up of research studies published within the last 10 years and explores the different types of manipulatives, levels …