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12-2018 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services

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Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for December 2018.

10-2018 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services

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Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for October 2018.

Somebody Has To Pay Rent: The Critical Autoethnography Of A Low Income Student, Shelbi M. Schadendorf

Journal of Undergraduate Research at Minnesota State University, Mankato

Conducted through the qualitative research method of autoethnography, and presented through the lens of critical analysis, this study explores the oppressive experience as a low income student in an institute of higher education. Written as an attempt to make the struggle as a low income students more visible, the focus of this study is both an exploration into the commodification of higher education and the culture surrounding how we treat, or don’t acknowledge, low income students.

Through the presentation of the author’s experience as an autoethnography, the insight gained from first hand experience can be shared through an accessible, but …

Growing Entrepreneurial Mindset In Interdisciplinary Student Engineers: Experiences Of A Project-Based Engineering Program, Elizabeth Pluskwik, Eleanor Leung, Andrew Lillesve

Integrated Engineering Department Publications

Engineering education models have recently embraced the entrepreneurial mindset as a desired outcome of undergraduate engineering education. Interdisciplinary active learning strategies have been suggested as an effective pedagogy for engaging student engineers in undergraduate engineering education. Recent research suggests that active, social learning in context can lead to improvements in learner innovation, problem-solving, curiosity, retention and accessibility of knowledge, value-creation, and other desired learning outcomes. Much of the recent adoption of active and collaborative learning, self-directed learning, problem-based and project-based learning (PBL), peer to peer learning, and other similar learning strategies are aimed at developing innovative and entrepreneurial mindset skills, …

Effectiveness Of Gamification Activities In A Project-Based Learning Classroom, Eleanor Leung, Elizabeth Pluskwik

Integrated Engineering Department Publications

The purpose of this research is to analyze the effectiveness, and student's self-reported engagement with gamification tools on a student's learning of technical concepts when used in a project-based learning (PBL) engineering classroom environment. Gamification, as defined in this study, is the use of game-based elements such as online audience response systems with automated feedback in non-game situations. By adding gamification to the classroom, we hope to further build on the active and collaborative learning environment that our PBL program already provides. Five gamification activities were implemented during the Fall 2017 semester with junior and senior student engineers enrolled in …

Alysia Sue Przybilla Honors Portfolio, Alysia Sue Przybilla

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Alysia Przybilla's honor portfolio captured in May 2018.

Elizabeth Guss Honors Portfolio, Elizabeth Marie Guss

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Elizabeth Guss' honors portfolio captured in May 2018.

Mara Soupir Honors Portfolio, Mara Kaitlyn-Rae Soupir

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Mara Soupir's honors portfolio captured in May 2018.

Hallie Uhrich Honors Portfolio, Hallie Maria Uhrich

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Hallie Uhrich's honors portfolio captured in May 2018.

Omoleso Ogunnowo Honors Portfolio, Omoleso Ruth Ogunnowo

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Omoleso Ogunnowo's honors portfolio captured in May 2018.

Claire Achen Honors Portfolio, Claire Emmaline Achen

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Claire Achen's honors portfolio captured in May 2018.

Kellie Wong Honors Portfolio, Kellie Marie Wong

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Kellie Wong's honors portfolio captured in May 2018.

Omele Edeh Honors Portfolio, Omele Victoria Edeh

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Omele Edeh's honors portfolio captured in May 2018.

Brooke Jones Honors Portfolio, Brooke Taylor Jones

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Brooke Jones' honors portfolio captured in May 2018.

2018 Abstract Booklet, Undergraduate Research Center, Minnesota State University, Mankato

Undergraduate Research Symposium

Complete Schedule of Events for the 20th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium at Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Impact Of Service Learning On The Inter-Cultural Competency Of Pre-Service Teachers, Andrea Faye Gangoso-Aguila, Jonathon Arndt, Yuseina Brito-Lino, Chandler Gooding, Alyssa Harter, Sean O'Rourke, Amanda Rousemiller, David Edwards, Tori Smith

Education Presentations at National and International Conferences

The population of the U.S. is becoming increasingly diverse in language and culture. And, the population of students in elementary and secondary schools is becoming more diverse, as well. Therefore, it is critical that pre-service teachers (PSTs) experience and understand other cultures. Teachers will need to become more inter-culturally competent (ICC). According to Hammer & Bennett (2010), ICC is "the capability to accurately understand and adapt behavior to cultural differences and commonality.” One way to do this is for PSTs to participate in Service Learning. According to the National Service-Learning Clearinghouse (NSLC), service learning is “a teaching and learning strategy …

04-2018 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services

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Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for April 2018.

2018 Scholars At Work Conference Program, Rebecca Pope-Ruark, Jennifer M. Turner, Justine Martin, Elizabeth Pluskwik, Sarah Epplen, Kristie L. Campana, Luke Mosher, Jeffery Dennis, Rachael Hanel, Megan Mahowald, Laura Maki, Brian Martensen, Teri Wallace, Diane Wiley, Kristel Seth, Tyler Vaughan, Karla A. Lassonde, Emily Stark, Yuezhou Wang, Abigail Bakke, Jonathan Hardwick, Rachel Cohen, Allison M. Land, David Sharlin, Brittany Smith, Carl Lafata, Noreen Reding, Anne Kerber, Daniel Houlihan, Jaxson Judkins, Kelly Bergstrom, Ellsbeth Schmachtenberger, Grace Mariko Kasahara

Scholars at Work Conference

Program for the 2018 Scholars at Work Conference at Minnesota State University, Mankato on March 30, 2018.

Cognitive Load Theory: Applications In Medical Education, Adam W. Wissman

Technical Communication Capstone Course

This article examines how cognitive load theory can help instructional designers in medical education design material and content to best suit their audience. Through the examination of schema construction, working and long-term memory, biologically primary/secondary knowledge, and novice and experienced learners, this article proposes instructional design best practices. This article separates these best practices into three categories: activities, pre-lecture resources, and teaching strategies, which can be applied to either novice learners or experienced learners.

01-2018 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services

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Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for January 2018.

Reading Curriculums And Interventions, Andrew P. Johnson

Elementary and Literacy Education Department Publications

This paper describes some ideas for designing and implementing research-based reading interventions for struggling readers (mild, moderate, and severe).

The Achievement Gap: Federal, State, Provincial And Nonprofit Websites That Publish Research Reports About The Achievement Gap In Pnla States And Provinces, Kellian Clink

Library Services Publications

The achievement gap “refers to a difference between the academic achievement of linguistic and ethnic minority students, students with disabilities, students from low socioeconomic status backgrounds, and female students, and either the mainstream student population in general or the white student population more specifically” (Odekon, 2015, p. 7). There are as many causative factors as there are rocks on a beach in Alaska. While books and articles may refer to these and act as a finding aid, I find it valuable to have a certain familiarity with federal, state, and nonprofit organizations that publish timely and authoritative research reports. These …

Early Career Special Education Teachers Perceived Value Of Being Mentored By General Education Teachers, Kyena E. Cornelius, Karin N. Sandmel

Special Education Department Publications

Special education induction research has examined mentor support and working conditions of early career special education teachers (ECSETs) for over 20 years. Recently researchers provide specialized professional development to mentors based on suggestions of special education induction research. Drawing on quality indicators of single-subject research and the belief that social validity data is valuable, we used qualitative methods to discover ECSETs’ perceptions of the intervention and the helpfulness of the mentors. We then compared responses of the participants with the existing research in special education induction. Findings indicate the participants appreciated the specialized training for their mentors and perceived their …

Structured Techniques For Creating Engaging Online Discussions, Caroline Kinskey, Carrie Lewis Miller, Keith Hauck, Michael Manderfeld

IT Solutions Publications

Each year, more students enroll in online classes than the year before (Allen and Seaman, 2017). Online asynchronous discussions are often used in these online classes as a method of interaction between students and the instructor typically via an online discussion forum. It is in the discussion forums that students examine topics, debate points of view, defend opinions, and receive feedback from their instructor and peers despite the location or time difference that may exist between them (Cho and Tobias, 2016). Within these discussions, communities of inquiry can be created and the sense of isolation that can often be defeating …

What Motivates Students In The Online Communication Classroom? An Exploration Of Self-Determination Theory, Laura Jacobi

Communication Studies Department Publications

The purpose of this study was to examine instructional strategies used to motivate students to engage in online communication courses. Eighteen undergraduate students, seven graduate students, and ten faculty members were interviewed individually or in small focus groups. Results indicate the significance of instructional strategies that promote autonomy, perceived competence, and relatedness in motivating students. Two instructional strategies that promote autonomy (i.e., conveying choice in instructional language and validating negative feelings associated with arduous or tedious tasks) were not discussed by participants in this study, which poses interesting challenges for instructors. The results reveal the utility of Self-Determination Theory in …

Are We Winning?! A Team Challenge To Engage Students In The Large Lecture Introductory Communication Course, Laura Jacobi

Communication Studies Department Publications

The development and implementation of a semester‐long team challenge in an introductory level communication course is described. The team challenge was developed to encourage active engagement of students with large lecture material and to build community within lab sections of the course. Teaching assistants were trained to observe and record participation, distraction, and attendance levels in the large lecture portion of a hybrid course, ‘Fundamentals of Communication.’ Assessment of the team challenge as a case study reveals higher levels of verbal participation and attendance, and lower levels of distractions (i.e. use of cell phones, side conversations, late arrivals …

Communication Skills: Listening And Speaking, Andrew P. Johnson

Elementary and Literacy Education Department Publications

Human communication involves reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The short article describes how to use two of these, speaking and listening, in any subject area.

Developing Students' Grammar Skills, Andrew P. Johnson

Elementary and Literacy Education Department Publications

Learning about grammar doesn't have to be boring and meaningless. This paper starts by dispelling some myths, other wise known as silly grammar ideas. It ends by describing seven activities that can be used to develop students' ability to use conventional grammar.

Assessment Of Stress Related Issues And Coping Mechanisms Among College Students, Emeka Okoro

All Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Other Capstone Projects

The purpose of this research was to identify frequency of stressors and evaluate current levels of stress of undergraduate students. This study also analyzed and identified coping strategies implemented by college students. Two surveys were used in this study. The University Stress Scale developed by Stallman (2009) was used to identify perceived stressors and measure stress levels of participants. Brief Cope Inventory developed by Carver (1997) was used to assess coping strategies.

SPSS was used for data analysis and computation of scores. Academic/coursework demands was the highest perceived stressor among sampled undergraduates. Procrastination, study/life balance, finances and money problems were …

American Nursing Students' Immersion Experience In Ghana: A Qualitative Study, Srijana Bhandari

All Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Other Capstone Projects

Health care providers are more than ever challenged to care for patients due to multicultural nature of American society. Studies report that health care disparities widely exist in our health care system and patients of different racial and cultural backgrounds do not receive adequate health care. Nurses are in the position to prevent and eliminate such disparities by providing individualized care to these patients. Nurses must be well equipped with knowledge and training to deliver care that is relevant and within the cultural context of patients they encounter. Studies have identified study abroad program as one of the approaches to …