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Best Practices: Lessons Learned By A South Florida Non-Profit Community Based Organization While Designing And Implementing A Career Exploration Evidence Informed Framework In Urban Communities, Rehana Seepersad Ed.D, Robyn Mclymont, Keisha S. Hill-Grey, Arlene Connelly, Jeanette Gordon-Marshall, Newton Sanon

South Florida Education Research Conference

All A’s was designed to support of the agency’s family strengthening initiatives in South Florida.

All A’s uses evidence informed strategies poised to be an inclusive curriculum that teaches self-determination and adaptive behavior skills. The framework incorporates problem based learning and adult learning theory and follows the Universal Design for Learning. Since 2012, the agency has served over 8500 youth and 4,000 adults using the framework.

The framework addresses educational underachievement and career readiness in at risk populations. It is used to enhance participants AWARENESS of setting SMART goals to achieve future goals and career aspirations. Participants are provided with …

Application Of An Education Research Lab (Erl) Model To A Community Sailing Program, Lauren Shure, Emilie Ney, Precious Broffee, Gerene K. Starratt, Andy Roberts

South Florida Education Research Conference

This presentation showcases the application of a university-based education research lab (ERL) model to the evaluation of a community sailing program for individuals with disabilities. Presenters conceptualize the ERL model as a mutually beneficial relationship between universities and community education agencies.

Instructional Gaming, Patricia Crossett, Gerene Starratt

South Florida Education Research Conference

This action research will investigate instructional games as a strategy to increase third grade students’ engagement and motivation. A researcher-created behavior checklist and survey will document students’ behavior and attitudes during baseline, intervention, and post intervention. Analysis will investigate changes in engagement, motivation, and grades due to the gaming intervention.

Extracurricular Activities And Academic Achievement In Fourth Grade Students, Jacqueline J. Perez, Gerene Starratt Dr.

South Florida Education Research Conference

This action research project will investigate the relationship between participation in extracurricular activities and academic achievement of students in the fourth grade. Students’ achievement scores on the FAIR exams will be the measure of academic success. Analysis will consist of a correlation between extracurricular activities and academic success.

Hands-On Activities And Engagement In Kindergarten Students, Marina Hanssen, Gerene K. Starratt Dr

South Florida Education Research Conference

The purpose of this action research study is to investigate the effectiveness of implementing hands-on activities for increasing the engagement of kindergarten students. Participants will be the teacher/researcher’s 18 kindergarten students in a charter school. It is hypothesized that hands-on activities will increase students’ engagement in the class.

Project-Based Learning, Achievement, And Engagement In Second Graders, Sabrina A. Dixon

South Florida Education Research Conference

Second graders have fertile minds that are constrained by dull curriculums. Teachers fail to foster their interests, students are unengaged and as a result, their achievement suffers. This research will implement Project-Based learning (PBL) with the intention of increasing engagement, which is predicted to also increase achievement.

What Are The Effects Of The 6 +1 Writing Traits On The Attitudes And Writing Skills Of Fifth Grade Ells?, Leeann D. Forbes

South Florida Education Research Conference

In the Bahamas, ELLs consist mainly of Haitian descent students. Unfortunately, this demographic of students continuously score below their Bahamian counterparts in Creative Writing. This research examined the affects the 6 + 1 Writing Traits assessment had on the attitudes and writing abilities of fifteen, fifth grade, Haitian descent students.

Parental Involvement, Theodora N. Cherelus, Garene Starratt

South Florida Education Research Conference

This study investigates the relationship between parent involvement, academic achievement, and behavior. Participants in this action research project will be the researcher’s 40 second grade students. Parental data will be captured through surveys. Student data will be captured through surveys, behavior checklists and Florida Assessment for Instruction in Reading scores.

Language Learning Motivation, Leandra L. Kelly

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This study aimed to measure how authentic material motivates students to perform well and have positive attitudes toward foreign language learning. Participants were 32 eighth grade students at Aquinas College in Nassau the Bahamas. Attitude/Motivation Test Battery (adapted Gardner, 2004), interviews, and open ended discussions were used.

Working In A Mexican Classroom: An Autoethnographic Study, Hemaghini Das, Hemaghini Das

South Florida Education Research Conference

This autoethnographical study seeks to develop a deeper understanding of the challenges that are faced by the researcher in adapting to a new cultural and linguistic setting as well as describing the teaching practices that the researcher encounters in a Mexican classroom; data will be collected through the process of reflective journaling as well as the collection of pictures and artifacts.

Empathy Levels Of American And Bahamian Special Education Graduate Students And Students In Other Majors, Michelle Aznarez, Kimberly Todman, Clara Wolman

South Florida Education Research Conference

This study investigated the empathy of Special Education graduate students in the USA and the Bahamas, and of Counseling and Organizational Learning students. About 180 students were administered the Interpersonal Reactivity Index to assess: fantasy, perspective taking, empathetic concern, and personal distress. Significant differences existed by major and country.

Students Educational Use Of Technology Outside The Classroom, Diahann Holder

South Florida Education Research Conference

This study describes recent high school graduates perceptions about their use of technology for educational purposes outside the classroom. Graduates were asked a series of questions on how they used technology outside of the classroom. The questions focused on what technology resources helped academic achievement throughout their high school experience.

Proceedings Of The 14th Annual South Florida Education Research Conference, College Of Education, Florida International University

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Full proceedings of the 14th Annual South Florida Education Research Conference held on June 6, 2015.

Editor is Chief:

Sarah M. Nielsen, Ed.D.

Associate Professor, English, DeVry University

Accountability, Quality, And Student Success In Online Education: A Literature Review Of Empirical Studies, Michael Porter

South Florida Education Research Conference

This paper examines empirical studies on accountability, quality, and student success in online education. It advances that accountability and quality are critical components for student success in online education. It concludes that there is a lack of empirical studies that examine the effects of these measures on student success.

Toward An Understanding Of Faculty Perceptions About Factors That Influence Student Success In Online Education, Michael Porter

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This paper explores factors that faculty perceive as significant in influencing student success in online education. Technological support, degree of comfort with technology and a student’s personal characteristics were deemed by faculty as critical to success. Understanding these key factors could help to improve student success in online education.

Florida's Voluntary Prekindergarten (Vpk) Program's Influence On Preschool Teachers' Beliefs And Practices, Laura J. Monsalvatge

South Florida Education Research Conference

Three veteran preschool teachers told their stories about navigating the implementation of VPK. Even with parents' misconceptions about VPK's goals, teachers were able to meet its standards by continuing to embrace a play-based, hands-on philosophy that also emphasized children's social and emotional needs.

Health Literacy And Medicare Recipient's Knowledge Of Health Insurance Options, Marsha R. Lawrence

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Health literacy is a major problem for the aging population (Parker, Ratzan, & Lurie, 2003). The significance of this study was to access the relationship between health literacy and knowledge of Medicare to determine ways in which seniors can effectively navigate their healthcare insurance.

Gaining Insight Into Teaching: The Lived Experiences Of Teachers Of The Year, Robin F. Amparo

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What qualities describe outstanding teachers? Many stakeholders in education argue that student achievement indicates teacher quality. Ten Teachers of the Year participated in this qualitative study, showing their lives as outstanding teachers personify four roles and two phenomena. Findings indicate the need to investigate the moral dimension of teaching.

Theoretical Foundations Of Developing Modeling Instruction Curriculum For College Biology Courses, Feng Li

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Modeling Instruction (MI) has been successfully implemented in high school science classes. Moreover, MI curriculum for introductory physics has also been developed at a university level. Noticing the gap, the author will provide theoretical foundations to support the statement that MI curriculum should be developed for college biology courses.

On The Current Mismatch Of English Education In China And Its Possible Improvement In Pedagogy For Chinese College Non-English Majors, Yu Zhang

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By reviewing the current mismatch of English education in China,the paper argues the content of English curriculum and instruction in China need guide students to learn the difference between Chinese and English,examine Chinese learners’ English that are incorporated with typical Chinese language characteristics.

Exploring Seventh Graders’ Perceptions Of The Picture-Word Inductive Model To Their English Narrative Writing In China, Xuan Jiang

South Florida Education Research Conference

In this exploratory study, the researcher interviewed 30 seventh graders in China about their perceptions of the newly tried method, Picture-word Inductive Model (PWIM), to their English narrative writing. Many student participants listed and exemplified positive influence of PWIM on their narrative writing in and from the PWIM trial.

Transformative Learning Theory And Its Relevance To Managing Group Dynamics In A Competitive Work Environment, Salma A. Hadeed, Suzette A. Henry-Campbell

South Florida Education Research Conference

In any environment, group dynamics would exist. How we deal with it in a competitive work environment defines who we are using transformative learning. This paper provides useful information from a number of theorists who share perspectives on the complex nature of groups.

A Historical Overview Of The Challenges For African Americans K12 Through College Education In America, Arthur C. Evans Iii

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The early American education system developed around the segregation of White and African American students. These differences in learning environment have led to inferior education for African Americans and can be linked to challenges still facing minorities in the current American education system.

Academic Writing & Publication: My Journey Of Learning Through The Development Of Articles From My Masters Thesis, Craig M. Mcgill

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Abstract: In this essay, I discuss how I turned my masters thesis into three peer reviewed publications and the lessons I learned about academic writing and publication in the process.

Academic Risk-Taking In Higher Education, Yselande Pierre

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Little is known about how adults learn to take risks. However, learning to take risks can be beneficial to adults who fear uncertainty or struggle with academic achievement. Higher education can play a leading role in embracing risk-taking and raising the interest level of adult learners through strategic learning activities.

Millennials In The Workplace, Debaro D. Huyler, Wei Ding, Adly Norelus, Yselande Pierre

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Today’s workplace is undergoing dramatic shifts due to the growth of Miillennials within the workforce and the insertion of their ideals, values, and identity in organizations. This article explores the workplace profile of Millennials, their use of technology, their workplace engagement, and the ultimate impact they have on organizational success.

Program Evaluation Primer: A Review Of Three Evaluations, Craig M. Mcgill, Mia R. Heikkila, Ardith Clayton-Wright

South Florida Education Research Conference

Program evaluation—a “tool used to assess the implementation and outcomes of a program, to increase a program’s efficiency and impact over time, and to demonstrate accountability” (MacDonald et. al, 2001, p. 1)—is an essential process to program assessment and improvement. This paper overviews three published program evaluations and considers important aspects of program evaluation more broadly.

A Study Of The Relational Component In An Academic Advisor Professional Development Program, Mia R. Heikkila, Craig M. Mcgill

South Florida Education Research Conference

The purpose of the study was to investigate the significance of the relational component of academic advisor training and development in the learning opportunities of the professional development program and the advisors’ evaluation score at Florida International University.

Revista Electrónica Leer, Escribir Y Descubrir Septiembre 2013 Vol 1 No 2, International Literacy Association

Revista Electrónica Leer, Escribir y Descubrir

El contenido en este número es el siguiente

El Desarrollo Del Pensamiento En El Niño Para Escuchar, Hablar, Leer Y Escribir -Angela K. Salmon

El desarrollo del lenguaje en los primeros cuatro años de vida: cómo favorecerlo desde la cotidianidad del espacio educativo - Jeannette Cerdas Núñez y Marielos Murillo Rojas.

Los Docentes Como Mediadores Del Conocimiento Científico Utilizando La Lengua Escrita -Adelina Arellano-Osuna

Parent-Child Interactions In The Presence Of Risk For Adhd With And Without Language Impairment, Sisan Walker Angel

FIU Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this research was to analyze how parent-child interactions differ in discourse structure, communicative function and linguistic behaviors between children who are at high-risk for developing a behavioral disorder such as ADHD, and those who are at high-risk for developing a behavioral disorder with a co-occurring language impairment. Participants consisted of 20 children ages three to five years old and their parents. A five-minute parent-child interaction was video recorded and analyzed using an adapted version of the “Coding parent/child interaction as a clinical outcome: a research note” designed by Law, Barnett, and Kot (1999).

Results revealed slight differences …