Chinese As A Foreign Language In The K-12 Education System Of The United States: Challenges And Opportunities,
2021
Bethel University
Chinese As A Foreign Language In The K-12 Education System Of The United States: Challenges And Opportunities, Joseph Colin Miller
All Electronic Theses and Dissertations
This paper examines the state of the Chinese as a Foreign Language (CFL) education system in the United States at the K-12 level. The approach to this research first demonstrates the importance of Chinese language expertise to the United States government as well as to private citizens in light of economic opportunities and national security interests. After establishing the relevance of engagement with China on multiple levels and therefore the appropriateness of learning Chinese (specifically Mandarin, but also Cantonese), the focus turns to the institutional and pedagogical aspects of K-12 Chinese education. On the institutional level, CFL programs are spreading …
The Role Of Teacher Race On The Academic Outcomes Of K-12 Black Students,
2021
Bethel University
The Role Of Teacher Race On The Academic Outcomes Of K-12 Black Students, Mitchell Siewert Olson
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Beginning with the inception of our educational system in the United States, there has been an academic disparity that has persisted between white and Black students. Initially this could be attributed to the racist laws that only allowed students of a certain race to even be educated. Even though our educational system has been integrated and students of all races and cultures have access to the same schools, this academic disparity still exists. The purpose of this literature review is to understand the role that teacher race plays in the academic outcomes of Black students. A review of the available …
The Impact Of Student/Teacher Race-Congruency On A Student’S Academic Experience,
2021
Bethel University
The Impact Of Student/Teacher Race-Congruency On A Student’S Academic Experience, Sofia Elizabeth Panagiotopoulos
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The purpose of this literature review was to address how race-congruency between students and teachers impacts students' academic achievement and what can be done about the issue. The guiding questions were: 1) does race-congruency between students and teachers impact a student’s academic experience? and 2) what are the current efforts to diversify the teacher workforce? The literature review shows that race-incongruency between students and teachers impacts multiple facets of a students experience. With the majority of teachers being White and the majority of students being nonwhite, most students find themselves racially-incongruent to their teachers. Race-incongruency between teachers and students is …
The Effects Of Homework Time And Related Factors On Academic Achievement,
2021
Bethel University
The Effects Of Homework Time And Related Factors On Academic Achievement, Jacob Mark Sandquist
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This paper explores the relationship between homework and academic achievement in the areas of homework time, parental involvement and home support, and teacher ideation and student conceptualization. The findings of 30 academic articles were analyzed and compiled into literature reviews. All relevant findings were categorized based upon their association to three areas. One, time spent on homework was positively correlated with student academic achievement. Two, parental involvement in a supportive home environment had significant impacts on achievement and homework completion. Three, homework should provide opportunities for student autonomy with a focus on student accuracy which allows teachers to identify areas …
The Impact Of Mathematics Curriculum Policy In The United States,
2021
Bethel University
The Impact Of Mathematics Curriculum Policy In The United States, Kassidy Wade Cook
All Electronic Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this literature review was to investigate the effectiveness of common curriculum initiatives in mathematics in the United States. First, the study examined the effects of these initiatives on the rates of students’ math anxiety. Second, the study evaluated policies related to curriculum requirements for their effectiveness in improving test scores, closing racial and socioeconomic gaps, and course failure rates. Specific policies were the effectiveness of mandating Algebra 2 and the implementation of Algebra 1 for all eighth-grade students. Third, the study analyzed unique initiatives, such as “Double-Dose Algebra” and math-enhanced elective courses for effectiveness. Findings of current …
Investigating Whether The Flipped Classroom Instructional Approach In Conjunction With Gender, Satisfy Students’ Basic Psychological Needs And Influence Their Chemistry Achievements In High School,
2021
Saint John's University, Jamaica New York
Investigating Whether The Flipped Classroom Instructional Approach In Conjunction With Gender, Satisfy Students’ Basic Psychological Needs And Influence Their Chemistry Achievements In High School, Jordan Salhoobi
Theses and Dissertations
The current study aims to investigate whether the instructional approach (flipped or traditional) and gender (male or female) influence students’ sense of autonomy, relatedness, and competence, or influence their achievements in high school chemistry. Merrill’s First Principles of Instruction theory was used to design the flipped classroom (FC) implemented in this study as recommended by Lo, Lie, and Hew in 2018. The theoretical framework for the study is the self-determination theory (SDT) which posits that satisfaction of individuals’ psychological needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness, enhance their intrinsic motivation and performance (Deci & Ryan, 2002). Ninety participating students who enrolled …
The Virtual Teaching Experience With Google Classroom During Covid-19: A Phenomenological Study,
2021
Saint John's University, Jamaica New York
The Virtual Teaching Experience With Google Classroom During Covid-19: A Phenomenological Study, Morlena Titanya Robinson
Theses and Dissertations
Technology has been the highlight of the 21st century, and its rapid advancement has undeniably changed the world we live in today. The field has been saturated by digital applications (apps) such as Facetime, WhatsApp, GroupMe, and a plethora of educational apps such as Math Series, The Elements, and History Tools. Additional apps have magnified in popularity since the world moved to virtual learning during the COVID-19 pandemic which devastated the global economy and shut down in person education systems around the globe. Google Classroom from G-Suite for Education was immediately embraced to facilitate the educational process allowing students and …
The Role Of Teacher Education Programs In Fostering Pre-Service Teachers’ Self-Efficacy In Mathematics,
2021
Saint John's University, Jamaica New York
The Role Of Teacher Education Programs In Fostering Pre-Service Teachers’ Self-Efficacy In Mathematics, Christina Ann Miller
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this study is: (1) To examine the perceptions of preservice teachers in teacher education programs in relationship to self-efficacy with the focus on mathematics, (2) Compare student’s self-efficacy based upon the year in college, (3) Compare student’s self-efficacy based upon their concentration, and (4) Compare student’s self-efficacy based upon the program they are enrolled in. With the Common Core State Standards in Mathematics (CCSSM) being introduced and implemented in 2010, many preservice teachers currently enrolled in college courses would not have been exposed to said standards while students in elementary school. Therefore, with their first introduction to …
Preparing Preservice Teachers To Facilitate Courageous Conversations: A Case Study Of Social Studies Teacher Educators' Perceptions And Practices,
2021
Saint John's University, Jamaica New York
Preparing Preservice Teachers To Facilitate Courageous Conversations: A Case Study Of Social Studies Teacher Educators' Perceptions And Practices, Ariel N. Henry
Theses and Dissertations
Scholars and associations committed to powerful social studies education have long advocated for students to explore controversial issues so they grow into informed, ethical, and participating citizens. Yet, teachers avoid undertaking this work due to a lack of training, confidence, or experience in facilitating courageous conversations about tough issues. Teachers may fear facing complaints and retribution. They may worry about how to defuse classroom tensions and manage strong emotions. While scholarship on teaching controversy has primarily focused on preservice and in-service teachers’ views and experiences, research examining teacher educators’ perceptions and practices has been limited. The purpose of this qualitative …
Ripple Effects: How Teacher Action Research On Culturally Relevant Education Can Promote Systemic Change,
2021
Virginia Commonwealth University
Ripple Effects: How Teacher Action Research On Culturally Relevant Education Can Promote Systemic Change, Hillary Parkhouse, Julie Gorlewski, Jesse Senechal, Chu Yi Lu Qiu
Teaching and Learning Publications
Teacher action research has been shown to both promote professional growth in teachers as well as produce gains for students. However, to date, little research has examined how action research might contribute to systemic changes in schools and school districts. This qualitative study of six teachers from various districts, subject areas, and grade levels, illustrates how action research can have simultaneous impacts on teachers, their students, and their schools and districts. The teacher action research projects all focused on culturally relevant education and the pursuit of equity. Impacts included teachers’ deepened understandings of equity and inclusivity; students’ diversity awareness, positive …
Corequisite Mathematics: A Program Analysis At The College Level,
2021
Marshall University
Corequisite Mathematics: A Program Analysis At The College Level, Shannon Miller-Mace
Theses, Dissertations and Capstones
Many incoming college freshmen who do not meet minimum standardized exam cut-score requirements are often determined to be not ready for college-level coursework and registered for pre-requisite, multi-semester, remedial course sequences. The goal of pre-requisite courses is to prepare students for college-level courses prior to enrollment in college-level classes. However, based on multiple studies, traditional, pre-requisite developmental education has become a barrier to student success. In contrast, the co-requisite instructional model enrolls students into their college-level, credit-bearing course in their first semester on a college campus, improving the likelihood of success in those courses and beyond. The purpose of this …
Ethnography: Building A Thriving Classroom Community In The Face Of A Pandemic,
2021
Claremont Graduate University
Ethnography: Building A Thriving Classroom Community In The Face Of A Pandemic, Joshua Timothy Jackson
Claremont Graduate University School of Education Teacher Education
A dive into the ride of a first-year teacher, which was also taught an entire year virtually. An extremely intensive look into the skills needed to grow as a secondary school teacher, in a situation that has never been experienced before. This paper also explores the foundations and scaffolds a teacher needs in order to become both a critical and socially just educator for all students within their classroom. The aspect of community is felt heavily throughout this journey, and the idea that communities are the very keystone of every single classroom; student-to-teacher community, student-to-student community, and classroom-to-household community are …
Hope In A Time Of Global Unrest: An Ethnographic Study,
2021
Claremont Colleges
Hope In A Time Of Global Unrest: An Ethnographic Study, Sabrina Hanson
Claremont Graduate University School of Education Teacher Education
This paper documents the observations, struggles, and insights of a first year teacher. It is a year-long documentation of the search for hope during a global pandemic that affected the way schools functioned and how students learned. This work is in three distinct sections. The first section is a self-reflection of identity and why this teacher chose teaching as a profession. The second section is focused on two of their students, one who is immunocompromised, and one who has significant learning challenges, and how they navigated the quarantine during the pandemic through their expression of learning. The third section reflects …
Then What? Quantifying Sbae Teacher Career-Decisions
Post-Migration,
2021
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Then What? Quantifying Sbae Teacher Career-Decisions Post-Migration, Becky Haddad, D. Brett Milliken, Josh Stewart, Johnathan Velez
Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication: Faculty Publications
Complex career decisions, such as teacher mobility, are often reduced to stigmatizing labels that do little to account for the state of teaching as a profession or credit those engaging in migratory decisions as making healthy career choices. Through our study, we focused on understanding workforce mobility, teaching as an unstaged profession, and the current quantifications existing around SBAE teacher migration. We drew on over 100 years of data from California as we quantitatively explored and synthesized the career decisions of migrating SBAE teachers. This snapshot offers a means of understanding the Teacher Career Cycle (Fessler & Christensen, 1992) in …
Teacher Development Multi-Year Study Series. Vanuatu: Interim Report 1,
2021
Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER)
Teacher Development Multi-Year Study Series. Vanuatu: Interim Report 1, Elizabeth Cassity, Jacqueline Cheng, Debbie Wong
Education Analytics Service
The Government of Vanuatu is undertaking significant primary education reforms, including major curriculum changes, to improve equitable access to and the quality of education. Since 2016, a new primary education curriculum has been introduced by stages, accompanied by a suite of in-service teacher training. The new curriculum promotes teaching practices that support new pedagogies focused on student-centred learning and community support, language transition and class-based assessment practices. These reforms are being supported by the Australian Government, through its Vanuatu Education Support Program (VESP). The Australian Government's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) has commissioned a study to investigate how …
Annual Report Of Externally Funded Grants And Contracts July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021,
2021
Morehead State University
Annual Report Of Externally Funded Grants And Contracts July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021, Office Of Research And Sponsored Programs. Morehead State University.
Office of Research and Sponsored Programs Reports and Publications
Annual Report of Externally Funded Grants and Contracts July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021.
First-Year Teacher Training Programs: Examining The Structure Of Support,
2021
SIT Graduate Institute/SIT Study Abroad
First-Year Teacher Training Programs: Examining The Structure Of Support, Avery Lussier
MA TESOL Collection
With the teacher turnover rate at an alarmingly high incline in the United States, this project seeks to reveal the lack of support that first-year teachers experience during their first year of teaching in the United States. First, this paper examines the history of teacher training in the United States and how the historical context has shaped teacher training today. By investigating current first-year teacher training programs, it is evident that programs designed to support first-year teachers throughout their first year of teaching are less numerous than programs that prepare teachers prior to their first year of teaching. Additionally, this …
Seik: Sustainable Event Industry Knowledge, Creating Oers For Event Management Students,
2021
Technological University Dublin
Seik: Sustainable Event Industry Knowledge, Creating Oers For Event Management Students, Samantha Morris
Case Studies
Presentation describing the Sustainable Events Industry Knowledge project funded by TU Dublin Impact, National Forum of Teaching and Learning and the Higher Education Authority. Presented at the EdTech 2021 Conference hosted by The Irish Learning Technology Association.
Fostering Meta-Cognitive Skills In Young Children,
2021
Northeastern Illinois University
Fostering Meta-Cognitive Skills In Young Children, Selina L.P. Mushi
Teacher Education Faculty Publications
This research report is on fostering young children's metacognitive skills. The study was conducted at a private early childhood education center in a Midwestern city in 2020. The design of the study was a mixed approach including Time Series experimentation naturalistic observation and interviews. Children aged 3-4 years were exposed in alternate weeks to pre-read-aloud prompts which engaged them in their own thinking about the story that was about to be read to them. The children tried to make predictions about the story before the story was read. After the story was read, the children were assessed on their abilities …
A Comparison Of Self-Reported Anxiety And Depression Among Undergraduate Music Majors And Nonmusic Majors,
2021
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
A Comparison Of Self-Reported Anxiety And Depression Among Undergraduate Music Majors And Nonmusic Majors, Danni Gilbert
Glenn Korff School of Music: Faculty Publications
The purpose of this exploratory research study was to compare anxiety and depression levels reported by music majors and nonmajors at a small, private liberal arts university. Study participants completed the Burns Anxiety Inventory and Burns Depression Checklist. Anxiety and depression levels were significantly higher among music majors, and there was a strong, positive relationship between anxiety and depression. Regardless of major, self-reports were not affected by year in school. Implications for additional mental health resources and strategies for improving music major health and self-care are discussed, along with a need for increased music faculty awareness of perceived anxiety and …
