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Standards-Based Grading That Results In Grades Accurately Reflecting Students’ Knowledge, Danielle Asplund
Standards-Based Grading That Results In Grades Accurately Reflecting Students’ Knowledge, Danielle Asplund
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The purpose of this research project was to measure the effectiveness of grading practices commonly associated with Standard-Based Grading (SBG). Participants included 60 ninth and tenth grade struggling readers in a rural Midwestern high school. Qualitative data collection methods included: Google Forms, student reflection and journaling, conferencing with students, and comparing this year’s grades to last year’s grades (by student). During a four week period, certain SBG practices were implemented such as: offering re-dos, highest possible F (59%), specific feedback, and not grading all formative work. Without grading every assignment, student’s English grades decreased from the previous year. However, students …
Cultivating A Collaborative Community Of Mathematicians: Integrating Guided Mathematics Into Daily Instruction An Action Research Report Catherine M. Kolb And Drew A. Rohl St. Catherine, Catherine Kolb, Drew Rohl
Cultivating A Collaborative Community Of Mathematicians: Integrating Guided Mathematics Into Daily Instruction An Action Research Report Catherine M. Kolb And Drew A. Rohl St. Catherine, Catherine Kolb, Drew Rohl
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The purpose of this investigation was to examine the effects of differentiated guided mathematics instruction on students’ achievement, motivation, and engagement in mathematics. The study was conducted over a four-week period in a third-grade classroom in the southeast region of the United States, as well as a fifth-grade mathematics classroom in the Midwest region of the United States. Data collection methods included a student feedback system utilizing a Likert scale rating, curriculum-based pre- and post-tests, weekly student self-assessments, researcher rating scales, checklists, and observational notes. The results of the study indicated overall increases in student motivation, engagement, and academic achievement …
A Positive Approach To Reducing Negative Student Behavior, Brittany Oslund
A Positive Approach To Reducing Negative Student Behavior, Brittany Oslund
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The focus of this research involved the implementation of a behavior management system with a positive focus in order to investigate how it would encourage optimal student behavior. The behavior management system was Educational Non-Verbal Yardsticks (ENVoY), created by Michael Grinder (2005). The research was conducted throughout five first-grade Spanish classrooms in an urban Midwest location. Baseline data was measured through student artifacts, student feedback questionnaires, a teacher journal, and behavior observation checklists. Upon the conclusion of the baseline data collection, the remaining time included behavior modeling sessions, the implementation of ENVoY, and data collection. The data collection methods were …
Improving Reading Skills In Social Studies, Bradley Leingang
Improving Reading Skills In Social Studies, Bradley Leingang
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The focus of this study was to determine whether the introduction of reading strategies in the social studies classroom could increase student achievement in social studies. The study collected data from ninth graders in a regular educational Global Studies classroom. Student-generated data collected included formative assessments such as pre and post-tests, map quizzes, unit tests and exit slips. Reading strategies outcomes were analyzed from a student perspective via student exit slips and information gathered instudent-teacher conferencing. The implementation of the reading strategy was successful. Statistics showed greater improvement for girls than for boys. The majority of students found the introduction …
The Impact Of Reader’S Workshop On Reading Engagement, Erin Streefland, Leeann Eischens
The Impact Of Reader’S Workshop On Reading Engagement, Erin Streefland, Leeann Eischens
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The objective of our research was to identify whether reader’s workshop had an impact in student engagement in reading activities. The research was conducted in two third grade classrooms in a rural public elementary school over the course of four weeks. This study was conducted during our reading block which consisted of 90 minutes daily. We gathered data based on the main components of reader’s workshop. These included a pre- and post-assessment of student reading habits, an observation checklist of reading behaviors, reader’s response rubric, and documentation of reader’s conferencing. The data gathered revealed that student reading habits improved through …
The Effects Of Information And Communication Technology On Student Achievement, Thomas Johnson
The Effects Of Information And Communication Technology On Student Achievement, Thomas Johnson
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The objective of this research was to explore the impact of information and communication technology (ICT) on student achievement in a secondary social studies classroom. The research was conducted in three sections of ninth-grade Geography in a rural public high school over the course of four weeks. A pre-test was completed by students to understand their background using ICT in the classroom. Data was collected through the completion of journal writing by students, and through the analysis of grades earned on assessments. A post-test was completed by students to measure their acceptance of ICT in the classroom. The data revealed …
Help Me Help Myself: The Role Of Helper Flags As Tools For Self-Regulation, Lara G. Bergman
Help Me Help Myself: The Role Of Helper Flags As Tools For Self-Regulation, Lara G. Bergman
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
Abstract The purpose of this action research was to determine if using flags, created as tools for signaling for help, was an effective way to develop persistence and encourage children to complete their chosen work. The study was conducted in a preschool classroom at a private Montessori school. Participants included 15 children aged three to five and three teachers. Data was collected in the form of student interviews, tallies, and observations made during the period of research. The results indicated that the helper flags increased the children’s persistence with their work and increased the likelihood they would complete their chosen …
The Effects Of The Math Daily 3 Structure On Student Achievement And Growth In An Elementary School Setting, Lauren Ktytor, Kate Waechter
The Effects Of The Math Daily 3 Structure On Student Achievement And Growth In An Elementary School Setting, Lauren Ktytor, Kate Waechter
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The purpose of this research project was to determine if The Math Daily 3 Structure would increase student achievement and academic growth in the domains of operations and algebraic thinking and number and operations in base ten. The study was conducted in second and fourth grade classrooms over a six-week period. The participants included 18 males and 17 females between the ages of 7 and 11. Data collection methods included a student self-evaluation, observational record, and baseline and summative assessments with a grading scale that measures end of the year expectations. In both second and fourth grade, the students showed …
The Impact Of A Flipped Lesson On Secondary Language Arts Students’ Ability To Write A Cohesive Research Essay, Nafeesah Muhammad
The Impact Of A Flipped Lesson On Secondary Language Arts Students’ Ability To Write A Cohesive Research Essay, Nafeesah Muhammad
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
In my study, I explored the question: what impact will a flipped lesson have on secondary Language Arts students’ ability to write a cohesive research essay? Research shows that a flip classroom approach to instruction can be an effective strategy when teaching procedural skills in a content area (Bergmann & Sams, 2012; Fulton, 2012). The data sources include student surveys, student rough draft writing sample, student reflection response, student final draft writing sample. It is difficult to conclude if the flipped lesson made a substantial impact on the students’ ability to construct a coherent research essay due to lack of …
The Effects Of Creating Self-Assessed Work Portfolios On Student Learning Engagement In An Upper Elementary Montessori Classroom, Suzanne Clement Thorne
The Effects Of Creating Self-Assessed Work Portfolios On Student Learning Engagement In An Upper Elementary Montessori Classroom, Suzanne Clement Thorne
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
Self-Assessed Portfolios for Student Engagement in Learning Abstract The purpose of the research was to find whether the creation of self-assessed student work portfolios would be effective in engaging students in learning opportunities and lead to self-regulated behaviors. The research project was conducted in an upper elementary classroom. The class consists of twenty-three grade four to grade six Montessori students in a private school. Ten students have had a Montessori education starting in preschool, eight students started in grade three, two were held back a year, two students started in grade four, and two students started in grade six. Fifty-two …
Montessori In The Home And Connections To Parent Education, Barbara Bisceglia
Montessori In The Home And Connections To Parent Education, Barbara Bisceglia
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
Abstract The purpose of this study was to make more connections from the school to home environment and allow for more parent education opportunities. There were six families included in the study. Home visits were conducted prior to school starting to gain a better understanding about the child’s current home environment. Each week small workbags containing suggestions and pictures on how to organize the home environment, sample fine motor activities from the classroom environment, articles about child development or Montessori, and resources were sent home to families. The families kept these bags for a week and then returned them with …
The Effects Of Developing A Positive Class Culture On Student Participation In A Kindergarten Classroom, Ashley Garaas
The Effects Of Developing A Positive Class Culture On Student Participation In A Kindergarten Classroom, Ashley Garaas
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
This action research study was conducted in a kindergarten classroom at a public elementary school; it included 14 students, nine boys and five girls. This investigation lasted five weeks to examine the effects of developing a positive class culture on student participation in class discussions. Data was collected on pre-, mid-, and post- student input forms, student participation spreadsheet, notes on student conferences, and notes in teacher reflection journal. The results from the student input forms and student participation spreadsheet showed a slight increase in positive attitude and participation level throughout the study. The teacher data showed an increase in …
Blogging To Enhance The Classroom Experience, Christine Schmitt
Blogging To Enhance The Classroom Experience, Christine Schmitt
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The purpose of this research study was to determine the effects blogging had on the sixth grade reading classroom. This examination took place during the first five weeks of school in a public school classroom setting with four rotations of around eighty-eight sixth graders total. Data was collected using student self-assessment rubrics, student input questions, observational participation tallies, and teacher field notes. The self-assessment rubrics showed students initially ranked themselves higher than their actual work, but with time, they became more accurate evaluators of their work. Classroom conversations about the rubric also showed increased understanding of the expectations and self-evaluation …
Examining The Effectiveness Of Technology Workshops On Teacher Candidates’ Attitudes And Confidence, Alouisa Thames
Examining The Effectiveness Of Technology Workshops On Teacher Candidates’ Attitudes And Confidence, Alouisa Thames
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
Research has revealed that teachers lack the training and confidence needed to effectively integrate our world’s rapidly changing technology into the classroom. Workshops have been given in an attempt to address this issue, but their effectiveness has not been assessed. To measure the effect of technology workshops in teacher training, 11 teacher candidates from Saint Catherine University were asked to attend and participate in two 40 minute technology workshops where they were instructed in the use of Promethean Interactive Whiteboard, Activinspire software, and Activexpression clickers. A pre- and post-survey were administered in order to determine the effect of the workshops …
The Effects Of A Daily Homebase Program In Middle School, Bridget Waldorf
The Effects Of A Daily Homebase Program In Middle School, Bridget Waldorf
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The purpose of this action research project was to measure how a daily Homebase program affects academic achievement and school climate at the middle school level. The participants were 8th grade students in a suburban middle school, along with 10 full-time middle school teachers who gave specific feedback at the beginning and end of the research period. Data was collected using a survey given to all staff, grade comparisons from last year to this year, and pre-/post-assessment surveys given to participating students and staff. Results showed that students’ grades improved along with students’ and teachers’ perception of school climate. …
The Effects Of Culturally Responsive Pedagogy In A Middle School Avid Class, Julie Thoms
The Effects Of Culturally Responsive Pedagogy In A Middle School Avid Class, Julie Thoms
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The purpose of this research study was to measure the effects of Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (CRP) on academic engagement and behavior. Participants included eighth grade AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) students from a Midwestern suburban middle school. The study took place over six weeks in the fall of students’ second year in the AVID Program. During four weeks of focused intervention, the teacher implemented CRP strategies, including dramatically increasing opportunities for peer collaboration and improving student-teacher relationships through brief but individualized interactions. At the end of the implementation period, data indicated an increase in grades, teacher assessment, and student perception …
Finding The Balance With Student Assessments, Zachary A. Calcutt, Crystal L. Helms
Finding The Balance With Student Assessments, Zachary A. Calcutt, Crystal L. Helms
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
Abstract The intent of this research was to create more authentic Montessori-based assessments for third grade math that aligned to the South Carolina State Standards and to meet the needs of data collection for our school and district. The research study took place in two lower elementary Montessori classrooms within a public Montessori school setting. Combined there were seventeen eight to nine year olds, with five males and twelve females. Each child came from different socioeconomic status and from diverse racial backgrounds, including African American, Caucasian, and East Indian. The five sources of data collection used in this research included: …
The Effects Of The Implementation Of The Conscious Discipline Program On Social Emotional Learning In An Early Childhood Classroom, Ashly Chavez
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
CONSCIOUS DISCIPLINE 2 Abstract This study investigates the efficacy of Conscious Discipline’s teaching strategies to enrich social-emotional learning and establish a positive classroom climate in an early childhood Montessori classroom. Conscious Discipline is a written program, of instructional and behavioral strategies created by Dr. Becky Bailey (2011). The question throughout this research project was “Does teaching Conscious Discipline strategies enhance social-emotional learning in preschool aged children?” The study was conducted in a Montessori classroom, the participants being both boys and girls ranging in age from 3 to 4 years. For six weeks, Conscious Discipline strategies were being implemented on a …
Homebase Curriculum And Its Importance In Middle Schools, Kevin Schmitcke
Homebase Curriculum And Its Importance In Middle Schools, Kevin Schmitcke
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The research conducted focused on a revised homebase curriculum and the effects that it had on middle school students. A homebase curriculum focusing on relationship and team building was implemented with eighteen eighth-grade students. Data collection was focused on student attitude and demeanor towards school throughout the curriculum implementation process. Data sources included student feedback sheets, student attitude surveys, parent feedback sheets, student conferences, and teacher observation. Results from the data collection showed that having a meaningful and organized homebase curriculum can build upon relationships in homebase and improve student attitudes toward school. These results led to a better overall …
The Effect Of Iready Mathematics Intervention On Student Achievement For Students In Kindergarten & First Grade, Sarah Brilz, Whitney Fridley, Kristen Just, Kim Stein
The Effect Of Iready Mathematics Intervention On Student Achievement For Students In Kindergarten & First Grade, Sarah Brilz, Whitney Fridley, Kristen Just, Kim Stein
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The purpose of this research is to examine the effects of the implementation of iReady mathematics intervention on student achievement. The study was conducted in a public school setting in two kindergarten classrooms and one first-grade classroom. The classrooms consisted of a total of 55 students between the ages of five and seven. Out of the 55 students, 12 qualified for the iReady intervention program. Data collection methods included district baseline and summative assessments, AimsWeb Progress monitoring assessment, a teacher observational journal, and a student conference form. After the four week implementation of the iReady mathematics intervention our data indicated …
Writer’S Workshop And Technology, Stephanie Pullman
Writer’S Workshop And Technology, Stephanie Pullman
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
Abstract The intent of this research was to determine what effect an increased use of technology, (meaning word processing, digital tools and use of websites) in Writer’s Workshop assignments would have on the quality of writing, engagement and enthusiasm for writing. A writer’s workshop is meant to expose students to the different genres and styles of writing. It is taught in a workshop format where there is a mini-lesson about a particular topic, time for the students to write independently and to receive feedback from both the teacher and peers. The research study took place at a private Montessori School …
Paternal Involvement In Children’S Education Collaborative Investigation To Increase Father Interest, Nina A. Costello
Paternal Involvement In Children’S Education Collaborative Investigation To Increase Father Interest, Nina A. Costello
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The purpose of this study was to improve ways in which I include parents in communication and student success strategies. The participants were 15 parents of young children currently enrolled in my program at an elementary school. The family form was designed to gather ideas and suggestions for improving parent-student-teacher communication and parent involvement. Five staff members were interviewed on their perspectives of techniques of communication with parents, ways they have tried to engage families, and ideas for creating lasting relationships with parents. In this work there was a focus on the understudied population of fathers in their children’s education. …
Vocabulary Learning And Pre-School English Language Learners An Action Research Report, Meghan Anne Hinds
Vocabulary Learning And Pre-School English Language Learners An Action Research Report, Meghan Anne Hinds
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The purpose of this study was to determine if parent participation outside of school could improve their child’s knowledge of key curriculum words when shared in their first language. Six pre-school English Language Learners (ELL) and their families participated in the study. Data was collected through two parent surveys, participation in class website and an online tool called VoiceThread which provided supports in the first languages of the students, and a pre and posttest of student knowledge of curriculum vocabulary words. Overall this experience had a positive impact or neutral on student learning; the results indicated that all students’ ability …
Increasing Subtraction Automaticity Using The Think Addition Strategy And Taped Problems, Kellly Jean Hanlon, Brooke Meissel
Increasing Subtraction Automaticity Using The Think Addition Strategy And Taped Problems, Kellly Jean Hanlon, Brooke Meissel
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The purpose of our research project was for kindergarten and first grade students to reach grade level proficiency in subtraction automaticity. The study took place in a public elementary school kindergarten classroom of 19 students and a first grade classroom of 18 students. The students were taught the Think Addition strategy and practiced Taped Problems to increase their subtraction fact automaticity. The data sources included an observational checklist, attendance tracking sheet, and district power point assessment and rubric. The data from the intervention showed an increase in subtraction fact automaticity. The teacher observations revealed students using the new subtraction strategy …
Applying Developmentally Appropriate Engineering Challenges In A First Grade Classroom, Kathleen R. Glick
Applying Developmentally Appropriate Engineering Challenges In A First Grade Classroom, Kathleen R. Glick
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The intent of this study was to determine how implementing developmentally appropriate engineering challenges in a first grade classroom could positively impact the students’ levels of persistence, creativity and problem-solving. This study was conducted in a first grade classroom with 22 students located in a first-ring suburb of a major metropolitan area in Minnesota. Data collection methods included an engineering survey used to ascertain students’ knowledge of engineering and a student school attitude survey, both administered at the beginning and the end of the study, work completion tracked through a grade book, simple formative assessments, and teacher observations. The results …
Motivating Students To Become Engaged Lifelong Readers, Brittany Rogers, Katie Wolf
Motivating Students To Become Engaged Lifelong Readers, Brittany Rogers, Katie Wolf
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The intent of our study was to determine the effect of using daily silent reading, with teacher/student conferencing, on our student’s enjoyment and motivation for reading. The research study took place at a public elementary school, in second and fifth grade classrooms with 18 and 19 students. The sources of data included a Star Literacy Test, Reading Interest Questionnaire, Teacher/Student Conferencing Log, and Teacher Observation Checklist. The data revealed an increase in the majority of students’ reading levels, and in our student’s enjoyment of reading. The teacher observations also showed a significant decrease in student off –task behaviors during silent …
The Effects Of Feedback On Student Learning In A Kindergarten Classroom, Diane Gunlock
The Effects Of Feedback On Student Learning In A Kindergarten Classroom, Diane Gunlock
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
This action research study was conducted in a kindergarten classroom at a public elementary school, and it included 18 students, 10 boys and eight girls. My study examined the effect of feedback on learning by utilizing rubrics and target statements to increase student self-motivation and engagement. Data was collected from a pre- and post- student feedback form, a rubric, a student observation form, a student discussion form and a teacher reflection journal. The student observation forms and student discussion forms indicated that students displayed a higher level of self-motivation, engagement in the learning environment and acquisition of the skills necessary …
Increasing The Amount Of Time Ebd Identified Students Spend In The Classroom, Jennifer Gruber
Increasing The Amount Of Time Ebd Identified Students Spend In The Classroom, Jennifer Gruber
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
This action research paper focuses on educating children in their least restrictive
environment. This study was conducted in an elementary school in St. Paul where the
district is pushing towards full inclusion. The data specifically looks at two fifth grade
students, both with Emotional Behavioral Disorders. Data sources included a parent
questionnaire, pre and post student questionnaire, teacher journal and observations, an
excel spreadsheet behavior checklist, and a check-in log for the school’s behavior room.
Results showed that both students were able to increase their amount of time spent in the general education classroom setting. Data also supported that both …
The Effects Of Preschool Attendance On Kindergarten Success, Amy Jean Zwiefel
The Effects Of Preschool Attendance On Kindergarten Success, Amy Jean Zwiefel
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The goal of this research was to inform and educate parents on the positive effects of preschool. This study was conducted with nine kindergarten students and their parents in a public elementary school. The data collected involved parent surveys, kindergarten checklists, kindergarten behavior logs, and meeting notes from parent conferences. The results were taken from the same nine kindergarten students whose parents returned the parental letter giving permission to be part of this study. The results showed students who had attended preschool had more positive behavior marks, mastered more skills on the kindergarten checklist, and were more socially advanced than …
An Authentic Mathematics Problem Competition And Its Effect On The Performance Of Advanced Sixth Grade Learners, Eric Bergerson
An Authentic Mathematics Problem Competition And Its Effect On The Performance Of Advanced Sixth Grade Learners, Eric Bergerson
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The purpose of this study was to determine what effect an authentic mathematics problem competition would have on student performance by advanced sixth grade learners. The study was conducted in a public elementary school, in a sixth grade math classroom with twenty five advanced math students. The data sources included a student survey, weekly competition problems, chapter tests, and field notes. The results showed a definite relationship between success in the competition and improved performance in the math class. For students who did well in the competition their chapter test scores improved during the five weeks of the competition. Also, …