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A Novel Approach To Science, Nathan Horton
A Novel Approach To Science, Nathan Horton
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
The purpose of this project is to provide a unit plan that focuses on concepts and theories utilized by an interdisciplinary approach. In the traditional system of education many students will go from class to class without ever realizing that what they learn in science could be applied to English or art. Also, educators are always searching for fresh ways to present information in order to keep their students motivated. Thus, the following project utilizes the novel Hoot as a focal point to help students understand various concepts related to the environment around them. This unit will attempt to also …
Teaching Students With Exceptionalities, Jacqueline M. Goodman
Teaching Students With Exceptionalities, Jacqueline M. Goodman
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
The purpose of this project will be to develop a handbook for elementary classroom teachers to be used as a reference guide to assist with the teaching and instruction of children with exceptionalities. The author of this handbook will identify best practices which are based on research. These best practices and recommendations can be immediately implemented in the classroom, based on the teacher's observations of the student's behaviors and. The purpose of this handbook is not to replace special education assistance in regard to students with exceptionalities, but would be used as a supplement to teacher expertise and guidance.
Increasing The Social Connection Between Immigrant English Language Learners, School Staff, And Peers In The High School Setting, Gretchen Johnson Griffey
Increasing The Social Connection Between Immigrant English Language Learners, School Staff, And Peers In The High School Setting, Gretchen Johnson Griffey
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
An Immigrant English Language Learner (ELL) encounters many new and different experiences when they enter high school. This transition can lead to a sense of loneliness and isolation if the student is not comfortable. However, if ELLs feel welcomed, valued, and connected to others, the high school experience can be a positive one. This research project was designed to use a personal presentation learning tool as a way to establish a needed social connection between ELLs, school staff, and native speaking peers as a way to enhance personal relationships, promote cultural understanding, and connect students to their new setting.
Five Dimensional Literacy Strategies: A Guide For Elementary Classroom Teachers, Karen J. Bixler
Five Dimensional Literacy Strategies: A Guide For Elementary Classroom Teachers, Karen J. Bixler
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
The purpose of this project was to develop a manual for elementary school teachers and parents with background knowledge in reading that summarizes what researchers have discovered about the methodology of reading instruction and provide approaches and strategies to teach the five components of reading instruction. The guide focused on phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension instruction. Each component of reading defines skills, reviews evidence from research, suggests implications for classroom instruction, and describes the various strategies for teaching literacy skills that are so essential to the reading achievement of children. The strategies discussed in this project are intended …
Handheld Technology: Impact On Student Learning, Patricia M. Corwin
Handheld Technology: Impact On Student Learning, Patricia M. Corwin
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
The author in this project presents research on: (a) handheld technology in the classroom, (b) challenges of handheld technology, (c) pedagogical benefits of handheld technology in the classroom, and (d) methods of technology implementation. The utilization of handheld technology in the classroom improves students' learning of concepts and skills. A major concern of the educator is that, with the use of technology, students will bypass the bridge to genuine understanding, and instead obtain a relatively effortless solution to standard problems through technology aids, while they present the appearance of mastery of a concept. However, research indicates that technology, when implemented …
Revamping The Classroom: Improving The Education Of Students With Disabilities, Kathryn M. Lynn
Revamping The Classroom: Improving The Education Of Students With Disabilities, Kathryn M. Lynn
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
A teacher in-service presentation was developed that sought to improve the education of students with disabilities through teacher communication and education about pertinent strategies. The program presented is titled "Agreed To Succeed". The "Agreed To Succeed" program is based upon the three I's: (a) initiating communication, (b) integrating learning, and (c) incorporating strategies. In the presentation, teachers were offered an approach to opening communication among teachers, students, and staff. Additionally, strategies were presented to encourage teachers to modify curriculum for their students with disabilities in their classrooms.
Ways To Implement The Practices Of The Met School Onto A Traditional Grade 3-5 Classroom, Melanie A. Molloy
Ways To Implement The Practices Of The Met School Onto A Traditional Grade 3-5 Classroom, Melanie A. Molloy
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
This project was designed to give grade 3-5 teachers ideas to implement in their classrooms based on the practices of the Metropolitan Regional Career and Technical Center (The Met) in Providence, Rhode Island. The Met School is a high school where personalization, interest-based learning, exhibitions, real-life experiences and parent communication are their main focuses. This in-service presentation focuses on ways to make a classroom more personalized, how to manage a classroom where each student is doing a project of his or her own interest, how to prepare students to do a quarterly exhibition and the importance of communication among students, …
Differentiated Teacher Training For Differentiated Instruction, Kristi Steele
Differentiated Teacher Training For Differentiated Instruction, Kristi Steele
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
Gifted, bright, unusual, struggling, and special education students are all intermixed in classrooms today. As a result, teachers are expected to differentiate their instruction to meet the varying needs of these students. Unfortunately, the training teachers receive is often inadequate. Experienced and inexperienced teachers have different needs. In this project, the author attempted to solve this problem by designing a staff development workshop that is broken into two sections. The first section is to discuss the reasoning behind differentiated instruction. The second section is for all teachers. This section examines how differentiated instruction stems from a clear purpose of instruction. …
Aloha To Social Studies: An Integrated Curricular Unit, Olivia E. Dejana
Aloha To Social Studies: An Integrated Curricular Unit, Olivia E. Dejana
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
In recent years teachers have struggled to find the time to dedicate to teaching social studies concepts. However, social studies instruction is an integral part of a balanced educational program. In addition to imparting factual information, social studies curricula encourage critical thinking skills and help to prepare students to become responsible members of society. This research project was intended to provide educators with a model of how to integrate social studies with other academic areas to maximize instructional time and the amount of content covered. The unit was reviewed by master teachers to ensure that the project goals were attained. …
Character Education Instruction Integrated Through Literature In Elementary Classrooms, Jamie Marshall
Character Education Instruction Integrated Through Literature In Elementary Classrooms, Jamie Marshall
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
This country is suffering from a values vacuum, clearly evidenced by the increase in youth violence, as revealed in this researcher's review of literature in Chapter 2. The purpose of this project was to facilitate elementary school educators in their critical need for the implementation of character education in their classrooms. To address the need for positive character education and development, this researcher developed a 6 week literature based curricular unit. The project was designed to provide Grades 1-3 educators with six introductory lessons and strategies for the integration of each of six core character traits throughout core curriculum. Further, …
Using Literature Circles To Improve Literacy Skills Of English Language Learners, Shannon Montoya Clower
Using Literature Circles To Improve Literacy Skills Of English Language Learners, Shannon Montoya Clower
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
The increasing number of English language learners in mainstream classrooms continues to be one of the greatest challenges for educators. English language learners not only must learn the literacy skills necessary to be successful in American society, but they must also learn social and cultural skills. Literature circles are a successful way to improve comprehension skills while also providing English language learners with authentic social interactions. Many educators find literature circles to be an effective way to improve literacy, social, and cultural skills, yet they fail to implement them in their classroom. This research project will consist of a literature …
From Chalk Boards To Smart Boards: Technology In The Classroom, Megan E. O'Malley
From Chalk Boards To Smart Boards: Technology In The Classroom, Megan E. O'Malley
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
Researchers support the use of technology in the classroom as a way to enhance the learning environment and student achievement. Successful technological integration depends on appropriate teacher training. There are numerous ways to successfully integrate technology into the classroom such as educational technology, business partnerships, and technological tools. Teachers have the ability to introduce students to varying types of technology at an early age, better preparing students for their educational career. Educating administrators and teachers alike is the first step in creating successful classrooms. This first purpose of this project was to explore the effects that technology use had on …