Charting A Course For Belonging: Creating An Honors Mindfulness Learning Community,
2024
University of Florida
Charting A Course For Belonging: Creating An Honors Mindfulness Learning Community, Kristy Spear, Gayathry Prabhakaran
Journal of the National Collegiate Honors Council Online Archive
In today’s post-pandemic world, a sense of belonging within and in the larger relational world is something that many people struggle with, particularly those individuals leaving home to enter college. Socially engaged mindfulness can connect individuals with their breath, thoughts, emotions, and one another to promote and support well-being. This essay presents a programmatic overview of a Mindfulness Learning Community (MLC) in honors. Created for incoming first-year students (N = 31) to aid in their transition to college life, the multi-semester academic, social, and experiential-based learning community aims to teach honors students the psychological and physiological value of mindful practice, …
Mental Health Among Honors College Students: Evidence From College Entry Essays,
2024
Pace University
Mental Health Among Honors College Students: Evidence From College Entry Essays, Mohini Gobin, Jaclyn Kopel, Eric Osborne-Christenson, Anna Shostya
Journal of the National Collegiate Honors Council Online Archive
This study explores the effect of preexisting mental health issues on college students’ academic performance. Using unique data from the honors college at a medium-sized urban private university, authors examine college entry essays (N = 1,062) in five classes (two pre-pandemic and three post-pandemic), as well as advisors’ (N = 7) notes. Mental health (MH) concerns are grouped into six non-mutually exclusive categories: depression/anxiety, neurodiversity/learning disabilities, identity-related concerns, grief/loss, trauma, and the mental health of others whose lives impact the student. The study finds that the number of honors students citing mental health in their entrance essays more …
The Well-Being Of Honors College Students Compared To Non-Honors College Students Accounting For Prior Gifted Experience,
2024
Northern Kentucky University
The Well-Being Of Honors College Students Compared To Non-Honors College Students Accounting For Prior Gifted Experience, Hannah C. Dewald, Allyson S. Graf
Journal of the National Collegiate Honors Council Online Archive
Student wellness is a growing concern among educators. Previous studies on the well-being of honors students as compared to other undergraduates result in mixed findings. This study examines the trajectory of gifted programming in education and specific challenges to the collegiate experience, presenting differences between honors students (N = 49) and non-honors peers (N = 138) using two well-being indicators (academic anxiety and academic self-efficacy) and three related factors (perceived past school competitiveness, maladaptive perfectionism, and pressure due to labeling). While authors posit that honors students may have higher academic anxiety and lower self-efficacy than those not enrolled …
Face-To-Face: A Sociologist Looks At College Students' Mental Health,
2024
Northeastern University
Face-To-Face: A Sociologist Looks At College Students' Mental Health, Maureen Kelleher
Journal of the National Collegiate Honors Council Online Archive
While both individual honors programs and their broader campus communities have implemented new initiatives and intervention strategies to address undergraduate mental health, significant needs remain unmet and concerns unaddressed about the long-term implications for students. This paper provides a framework for understanding the current (2023) environment on many campuses by presenting national legislation that shapes campus response, offering cases of specific institutional responses to crisis, and exploring the impact of face-to-face interaction between faculty and students in classrooms. Awareness of these three levels of response—national, campus, and classroom—equips and empowers the honors community to understand and effectively deal with myriad …
The Impact Of Client Education Videos On Stroke Rehabilitation: An Educational Video Series,
2024
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
The Impact Of Client Education Videos On Stroke Rehabilitation: An Educational Video Series, Sydney Ellis, Lesley Khan-Farooqi Phd, Otd, Otr
Fall 2024 OTD Capstone Symposium
Stroke is one of the leading causes of severe disability and death in the United States. During the initial stage of recovery, clients receive stroke education to learn about what their new reality looks like after discharge; however, many clients feel that the education provided, although appreciated, was not inclusive to all individuals and only occurred one time. This led to difficulties in knowledge retention and acquisition. Although there is a plethora of educational resources available there seems to be a lack of carryover and understanding of information obtained from these resources, this leaves the client wondering how they can …
Kinetic Modeling Of Dust Grain Dynamics In Electrostatic Sieving,
2024
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Kinetic Modeling Of Dust Grain Dynamics In Electrostatic Sieving, Aaron Berkhoff, Easton Ingram, Fateme Rezaei, Jeffrey Smith, David Bayless, William Schonberg, Daoru Han
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works
A new kinetic particle modeling framework was developed to investigate electrostatic transport of lunar regolith dust particles with applications to the concept of electrostatic sieving. the new approach is based on kinetic particle dynamics and includes major modules of sampling the particle size distribution, solving electric fields, and tracking motion of charged dust grains. a case study for a concept of electrostatic sieving was chosen to validate the new model. the simulation achieved similar performance of particle size classification as reported in the literature. the new model is computationally efficient (takes a few minutes on a PC-type laptop computer) so …
Navigating Educational Transformation: Understanding Learning Styles’ Preferences Of Egyptian Students In The Post-Pandemic Era,
2024
The British University in Egypt
Navigating Educational Transformation: Understanding Learning Styles’ Preferences Of Egyptian Students In The Post-Pandemic Era, Wesam Khairy Morsi
English Language and Literature
This study investigated the Learning style preferences of Egyptian EFL learners post COVID-19. It aims to examine differences emerging in multimodal and bimodal learning preferences based on demographic variables of age and gender and consider the cultural educational context in Egypt during and post the pandemic era. Utilizing the VARK Model, Mayor’s Multimodal Learning Theory, and the Connectivism Learning Theory a survey comprising 19 questions was disseminated to 211 Egyptian EFL students from various age groups. Findings reveal a predominant preference for multimodal learning, particularly visual and read/write styles, with significant variations between genders. Female learners exhibited a stronger inclination …
Teachers’ Perceptions Of Student Engagement In The Urban Elementary Classroom: A Qualitative Case Study,
2024
Southeastern University - Lakeland
Teachers’ Perceptions Of Student Engagement In The Urban Elementary Classroom: A Qualitative Case Study, Lavern M. Mcneil
Doctor of Education (Ed.D)
are responsible for providing opportunities to use learning strategies in the classroom. The students’ engagement shows an observable reflection of the educator's teaching practice. This qualitative case study highlights teachers' perceptions of student engagement in the urban elementary classroom. The research questions asked about teachers’ perceptions of student engagement and the contribution to student engagement. The research questions also asked about the resources and barriers to student engagement. The theory used for consideration was the bioecological framework by Urie Bronfenbrenner. The theory connected to the importance of systems' role in a child's growth and how they have a crucial impact …
Dyslexia: Teachers’ Self-Efficacy In Differentiating Literacy Instruction,
2024
Southeastern University - Lakeland
Dyslexia: Teachers’ Self-Efficacy In Differentiating Literacy Instruction, Joanne S. Scharff
Doctor of Education (Ed.D)
Dyslexia is the most common learning disability, impacting approximately 20% of school-age children. Students with dyslexia need specialized instruction from an educator who can confidently differentiate literacy instruction to accommodate the learning needs of the dyslexic student. The purpose of this study is to measure general education teachers' self-efficacy in differentiating literacy instruction for students with dyslexia in public elementary schools in Florida. Moreover, the study evaluates whether educators are confident in using explicit, systematic, and multisensory methods based on the science of reading to differentiate for students with dyslexia. A survey was completed anonymously by 111 teachers, of which …
Improving Collaborative Lesson Planning By Implementing Design Thinking In A Professional Learning Community,
2024
University of South Carolina
Improving Collaborative Lesson Planning By Implementing Design Thinking In A Professional Learning Community, Kelli Jo Bellant
Theses and Dissertations
This research analyzes the effects of incorporating design thinking processes in implementing Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) towards collective lesson planning practices among elementary teachers. This study occurred at Forest Creek Elementary School (FCES), indicating a need to improve collaborative lesson planning. The study sought to determine how using a design thinking protocol in a PLC impacted teachers' views about collaborative lesson planning and whether participating in a PLC to co-create lesson plans impacted teachers' views of efficacy. The framework of the study was based on the social constructivism perspective and the design thinking model. This action research was conducted with …
Incorporating Digital Tools In A Social Studies Course: An Action Research To Support High School Students’ Critical Thinking And Collaboration Skills,
2024
University of South Carolina
Incorporating Digital Tools In A Social Studies Course: An Action Research To Support High School Students’ Critical Thinking And Collaboration Skills, Tara Grant
Theses and Dissertations
Digital tools have the potential and ability to develop and support critical thinking skills in high school students, as they provide interactive and engaging platforms for learning. The purpose of this action research was to implement digital tools for student collaboration in two high school Social Studies classrooms, to evaluate the tools’ potential impact on students' critical thinking skills, and to assess the participant’s perceptions of the impact and use of digital tools for collaboration in the classroom. This study focused on two overarching questions: (1) How, and to what extent, does the use of digital tools for student collaboration …
Why Are We Reading In This Class? A Qualitative Action Research Study On Implementing Critical Historical Literacy In A Humanities Classroom,
2024
University of South Carolina
Why Are We Reading In This Class? A Qualitative Action Research Study On Implementing Critical Historical Literacy In A Humanities Classroom, Jerry Allman Goodnight
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this qualitative action research study was to investigate the barriers to the acquisition of, and examine the impact of implementing, critical historical literacy in a middle school “humanities” classroom. This classroom, the first of its kind within the school district, blended the teaching of both 8th Grade Social Studies and 8th Grade English/Language Arts. Three research questions served as the foundational points of inquiry: 1) What are students’ perceptions of critical historical literacy practices in social studies? 2) What barriers prevent middle school students from acquiring historical literacy and critical literacy skills? and 3) In what ways …
Cultivating Self-Knowledge In The Writing Classroom: A Study Of Contemplative Pedagogy,
2024
Old Dominion University
Cultivating Self-Knowledge In The Writing Classroom: A Study Of Contemplative Pedagogy, Jared Featherstone
English Theses & Dissertations
This pedagogical research study examines the effects of Understanding the Self Through Writing and Rhetoric, an undergraduate course designed by the researcher, on students. The course is an example of contemplative writing pedagogy, one that seeks to foreground first-person direct experience of the subject matter and integrates mindfulness meditation and journaling throughout. While writing and rhetoric are common undergraduate subjects to teach, the course focuses on particular, lesser-known aspects of them, internal rhetoric and self-making narrative. A third important part of the course is the examination of how communication technologies, especially social media and messaging applications, affect one’s internal rhetoric …
Bridging Disciplinary Boundaries: A Study On The Integration Of Social Studies Within Elementary Ela Education,
2024
University of South Carolina
Bridging Disciplinary Boundaries: A Study On The Integration Of Social Studies Within Elementary Ela Education, Jill Knight
Theses and Dissertations
This qualitative action research study investigates the integration of social studies within English Language Arts (ELA) education, highlighting the challenges educators face in balancing curriculum demands amid increasing literacy and math instruction pressures. With over 20 years of experience teaching high school history, the researcher identified a concerning decline in social studies education at the elementary level, a situation worsened by legislative measures such as No Child Left Behind (NCLB) and the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), which prioritize tested subjects. The primary aim of this study was to collaborate with elementary teachers to explore their perceptions and experiences related …
Investigating Student Engagement Through The Implementation Of A Performance Task In Secondary Mathematics: A Mixed Methods Action Research Study,
2024
University of South Carolina
Investigating Student Engagement Through The Implementation Of A Performance Task In Secondary Mathematics: A Mixed Methods Action Research Study, Sulema Wright
Theses and Dissertations
Through teaching experiences in the math classroom, students voiced that solving mathematical problems did not benefit them in the real-world. This study discussed the use of a performance task in a high school geometry class as a way to engage students, increase their confidence when solving math problems, and determine the impact they have on engagement compared to supportive assignments. Students' perspectives were used as one measure in determining engagement, alongside, my perspective of using a tally table. Through the use of a performance task that connected to the life experiences, students’ perspectives proved that implementation increased their engagement in …
Panic At The Library: Origins And Manifestations Of Library And Technology Anxiety In High School Sophomores,
2024
University of South Carolina
Panic At The Library: Origins And Manifestations Of Library And Technology Anxiety In High School Sophomores, Kelly A. Guistwhite
Theses and Dissertations
Constance Mellon formally identified library anxiety in the mid-1980s. Library anxiety can result in students avoiding the library, its resources, and its staff. Students with library anxiety perform worse on academic tasks than their more comfortable peers. Library anxiety causes procrastination on assignments and undermines academic success. Technology anxiety has evolved with library anxiety changing as new information technology becomes available. This exploratory research investigated to what extent library and technology anxiety manifests among sophomore students, the relationship between library anxiety and technology anxiety, and the perception of online services at Maple Bluff and Scarlett Woods High Schools. This study …
The State Math Assessment, I-Ready Diagnostic, And The State Accountability Plan: Is This An Assessment System To Support Learning For All Students?,
2024
University of South Carolina
The State Math Assessment, I-Ready Diagnostic, And The State Accountability Plan: Is This An Assessment System To Support Learning For All Students?, Beverly Quinn
Theses and Dissertations
This study examined the relationship between a state high-stakes summative mathematics assessment and an interim third-party math diagnostic assessment and data literacy among teachers in a Southeastern school district. Despite ongoing federal and state accountability efforts, the gap between policy intentions and student achievement continues to grow. In this quantitative correlational study, the relationship between the Spring 2023 state summative and interim assessment data for fourth and eighth-grade students was examined. Additionally, the Teacher Data Usage Survey (TDUS) responses were analyzed to examine how teachers utilize assessment data in instructional practices. Data were reported as percentages of responses per category …
Why He Sings: An Action Research Study Using Counternarratives To Affect The Deficit Narratives Attributed To Students Of Color,
2024
University of South Carolina
Why He Sings: An Action Research Study Using Counternarratives To Affect The Deficit Narratives Attributed To Students Of Color, Tiffany Jones Early
Theses and Dissertations
There is ample research that shows that students of color are less likely to graduate from college than their White peers. Meanwhile, the demographics of students who enroll in college continue to be more diverse than previous generations. As universities struggle to understand retention disparities, the voices of the students are often eliminated from the discussion. Many university staff members, instead, opt for a deficit narrative to blame what they believe students of color lack that inhibits them from persisting in college until graduation. The purpose of this study is to use narrative inquiry to better understand the educational experiences …
You're Not The Only One Who Can Teach Us: Teacher Facilitation In Three Secondary School Music Contexts,
2024
University of South Carolina
You're Not The Only One Who Can Teach Us: Teacher Facilitation In Three Secondary School Music Contexts, David Dwight Bowman
Theses and Dissertations
Over the last half-century, school music reforms have focused more on content than process, and the directive teaching that serves as the dominant method used by secondary school music teachers is not adequately meeting the needs of the students who currently occupy American high schools. To improve teaching practice in one such high school, an action research study was conducted to investigate the use of facilitative teaching strategies, how those teaching strategies impact students’ learning experience, and what the perceived impacts of those strategies are. A qualitative case study methodology was employed to determine how an intervention period of facilitative …
Experiential Learning From Stakeholder Perspectives At A University Partnership Program,
2024
Southeastern University - Lakeland
Experiential Learning From Stakeholder Perspectives At A University Partnership Program, Maggie M. Shader
Doctor of Education (Ed.D)
The purpose of this non-experimental, quantitative survey study was to determine the stakeholders' perspectives on experiential learning at Canvas College. Experiential learning has potential benefits for students as stakeholders, and internship can be a vehicle for experiential learning. Experiential learning can involve benefits such as employability, real-world experience, calling confirmation and spiritual growth, soft skills, and immediate application of learning. Stakeholders in an internship are not limited to students. Faculty and internship leaders are also stakeholders; however, a partnership program encompasses more stakeholders, including church staff, alumni, and host university staff. The survey was researcher developed and the Cronbach’s alpha …
