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Sense Of Belonging In Online Learning Environments, Jennifer Moore Jan 2020

Sense Of Belonging In Online Learning Environments, Jennifer Moore

2020 Projects

A student’s sense of belonging has emerged as a critical factor that contributes to student learning and success. Inspired by LaPointe and Reisetter (2008), this pilot study addressed experiences with a sense of belonging, importance of a sense of belonging, and the value and efficacy of an online learning community.


Perceived Barriers To Degree Completion And Characteristics Of Nontraditional Students, R. Lauren Miller Jan 2020

Perceived Barriers To Degree Completion And Characteristics Of Nontraditional Students, R. Lauren Miller

2020 Projects

This action research aimed to examine the barriers to degree completion identified by the faculty, staff, and students of a university. This study was conducted using a purposive survey. A disconnect in the barriers to degree completion identified by students, and by faculty and staff was discovered.


The Ways Birth To Three Providers Determine The Frequency Of Services For Children Who Are Deaf/Hard Of Hearing And Their Families, Cole M. Bosas Jan 2020

The Ways Birth To Three Providers Determine The Frequency Of Services For Children Who Are Deaf/Hard Of Hearing And Their Families, Cole M. Bosas

2020 Projects

There is currently no protocol on determining the frequency of services for children ages birth to three with hearing loss. However, Geers, Moog & Rudge, (2019) found that the higher the dose of early intervention services the higher language and reading outcomes. I felt it was important to gather information from other providers in a program to examine how they determine the frequency of services for the children and families they serve. When making these decisions, are they looking at type and degree of hearing loss, age of diagnosis, age of amplification, distance from the school, parental education, or other …


Mentorship Impact: Underrepresentation Of Women In Higher Education Leadership, Janice M. Johnson Jan 2020

Mentorship Impact: Underrepresentation Of Women In Higher Education Leadership, Janice M. Johnson

2020 Projects

Noticeably, women are underrepresented in higher education leadership (Airini et al., 2011; Brock, 2010; Diehl & Dzubinski, 2016; Hannum, Muhly, Shockley-Zalabak & White, 2015; Jones & Palmer, 2011; Smith & Slate 2018). The underrepresentation of women in higher education leadership roles may have an impact on colleges and universities hiring, developing, and retaining excellent and diverse faculty members and therefore excellence and diversity in future leaders. This convergent parallel mixed methods pilot action research study employed a feminist theoretical framework to examine how and to what extent mentorship opportunities affect the career development of women leaders in higher education.


Factors Influencing Parents' Choice Of Communication Mode For Their Child Who Is Deaf Or Hard Of Hearing, Paula E. Gross Jan 2020

Factors Influencing Parents' Choice Of Communication Mode For Their Child Who Is Deaf Or Hard Of Hearing, Paula E. Gross

2020 Projects

This convergent parallel mixed methods pilot study examined factors influencing parents’ choice of communication mode for their deaf or hard of hearing child. Demographic information comprised quantitative data that provided rich context for interview responses comprising qualitative data. Shared stories emphasize simultaneously similar and diverse experiences of families.