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The Classic, Winter 2017-18, Public Relations
The Classic, Winter 2017-18, Public Relations
The Classic, 2010-2019
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The Classic, Fall 2017, Public Relations
The Classic, Fall 2017, Public Relations
The Classic, 2010-2019
Zwemer View: Leading in Leadership; Around the Green: Teaching Minds, Winning Hearts; A Week with Plato; In Box; Innocence Lost; Attention Grabber; Grace Notes and Heavy Metal; Test Success; Campus Life: The Great Escape; Expert Training; Aid for Translation; Cleaning Service; Repeat Performance; Strike Up the Band; Red Carpet Treatment; Dictionary Authors; Face Value: Kirsten Brue; Summer Research; Teaching Leaders; Kudos Continue, Building's Structure Takes Shape; Red Zone: Best Ball, Drake Relay Champions; Looking Back: A Pastor for the House; 1000 Words: Capping It Off; Campus Branches; Rally; Raider Made; Class Notes; Red Ties; New Arrivals; Marriages; In Memorium; From …
Detention Is Not The Answer, Stephanie Mccann
Detention Is Not The Answer, Stephanie Mccann
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
School discipline is used in schools across the United States. It is used to help with controlling students and maintaining behaviors. Also, it helps maintain order in the school. School discipline varies due to the behavior and actions that the students are exhibiting as well as the school context. Detention is one of the most common punishments in schools. Detention usually means that a student remains in school during a certain time and reports to a certain room as a punishment. This literature review will examine various studies conducted on school discipline, particularly those focused on detention, and explore options …
Reading Research For Struggling And Reluctant Readers, Rebecca Griffin
Reading Research For Struggling And Reluctant Readers, Rebecca Griffin
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Reading instruction is an important part of a child’s education. Reading is essential in their academic career. Students who read well are able to perform at high standards but students who struggle with reading can experience many difficulties, ranging from doing poorly in all subjects to behavior issues. Many researchers are reporting successful studies in closing the achievement gap in reading. Teachers need this information to best support students who need interventions when learning to read. This literature review looks at how best to instruct students who struggle to read.
Spatial-Temporal Math And Its Effect On Student Achievement, Nicole Dillnger
Spatial-Temporal Math And Its Effect On Student Achievement, Nicole Dillnger
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose behind this action research was to determine the effect Spatial-Temporal (ST) Math, a web-based mathematics program, has on student achievement at a second grade level. The ST Math program was given to a small group of second grade students on top of the classroom mathematics curriculum while another group of students strictly used the classroom mathematics curriculum. A pre and post assessment were given to these students over an eight week period. This quantitative data was analyzed to determine the correlation between the students’ exposer to ST Math and their achievement on the assessments. After analyzing the data, …
The Importance Of Play In Early Childhood Education, Melissa Irvin
The Importance Of Play In Early Childhood Education, Melissa Irvin
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This literature review stresses the importance of play for all early learners. The review begins by discussing the history of play and its impact on the evolution of family dynamics over time. Studies have shown that playing provides a safe and necessary way for young learners to be able to practice and experience a variety of life skills, including problem solving within a peer group while gaining and enhancing language skills. Through daily play, young children gain valuable life experiences through a variety of roles that will support growth and ultimately translate into adulthood. According to research, play is an …
Computer Math Games Vs. Paper-Based Intervention Games: Effects On Addition Fact Fluency For Second Grade Students, Amanda Woudstra
Computer Math Games Vs. Paper-Based Intervention Games: Effects On Addition Fact Fluency For Second Grade Students, Amanda Woudstra
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose of this action research project is to investigate the ability of computer math games versus paper-based intervention games for improving addition fact fluency. Fact fluency is the ability to answer math facts quickly and accurately. The participants were twenty-one second grade students in a transitional kindergarten through eighth grade private school in a rural setting. Of the twenty-one students, two instructional groups were created through stratified sampling and random selection. One group used computer math games to improve addition fact fluency. The other group played paper-based intervention games to increase their addition fact fluency. The two groups participated …
Parental Involvement In The Homework World, Drew Nonnemacher
Parental Involvement In The Homework World, Drew Nonnemacher
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This literature review explores the trends of homework in current education as well as the effects that parents may have on homework, specifically with upper-level elementary students. Homework is a highly debated topic in the scope of education. The subject matter these days is vastly different from what it was even twenty years ago. That, in turn, could potentially lead towards unnecessary stress at home for parents trying to help their children with their homework. Families and their children tend to be busier than ever in our current society. With so many extra-curricular opportunities and schedules that are borderline out …
Effects Of Recess On Student Engagement, Jill Findley
Effects Of Recess On Student Engagement, Jill Findley
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose of this action research project is to determine the impact of recess on student engagement. Off-task behavior was observed in students in a fourth grade classroom for four weeks. The first two weeks the students did not receive recess, and the second two weeks the students did receive recess. Quantitative data was collected using the Academic Engagement Monitoring Form (Sprick, Knight, Reinke, and Skyles, 2010). Analysis of the data suggests a positive correlation between recess and on-task behavior.
Exploring The Importance Of Using Formative Assessment In Informing Instruction To Improve Student Learning, Sarah Wilson
Exploring The Importance Of Using Formative Assessment In Informing Instruction To Improve Student Learning, Sarah Wilson
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This literature review explores the importance of incorporating formative assessments and use of data to drive instructional decisions and address problems in the learning process for students. The review begins by exploring the definition of formative assessment, and how it can be used in the classroom. It provides examples of formative assessments that can be used in the classroom setting and what those formative assessment could tell a teacher about the next steps in the learning process. Next, this literature review discusses the importance of evaluating and using data gathered from formative assessments in order to make informed instructional decisions …
The Beacon, September 8, 2017, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, September 8, 2017, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2017-2018
Coly, Hospers welcome new RDs; Athletic band to debut; Dunkirk tells riveting war story; Lorde stands out with second album; A new look for an Old Factory; Highlighting hits of the summer; Prisoner turned pastor to speak; Freedom of choice for gluten-free; Team leaders welcome freshmen; Foreign conflict simplified; Do We Care Too Much?; Raiders dominate Bulldog Bash; Offense overwhelms; Raider women role on pitch; Grab yer boots for the hoedown; Refresh at SD retreat
Blended Learning In The Spanish Classroom, Stacy Hauschildt
Blended Learning In The Spanish Classroom, Stacy Hauschildt
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Since the inclusion of 21st century skills in education standards, technology inclusion in the classroom has moved to the forefront as numerous districts across the country have gone 1:1 in order to better prepare students for the future. While blended learning, a mix of face to face and instructional technology use, has been primarily used at the university setting for distance classes, there has been a growing call from administration to included more blended practices into the secondary classroom. This action research project, given in a Spanish II high school classroom, looked at including student choice in pace, path and …
Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder Using Evidence Based Practices, Michaela Creighton
Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder Using Evidence Based Practices, Michaela Creighton
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Each child that has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is different. However, they have similar characteristics in that they lack communication, social, and adaptive skills. As well as reduced cognitive functioning and gross motor skills. This literature review will look at some of the evidence-based practices for teaching children who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. It provides information on how to implement them in the early childhood classroom, and focuses on how each practice allows the teacher to adapt it to the student with ASD in one's classroom. It is important that trainings are offered for …
Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures And The Effects On Student Achievement And Engagement, Lisa M. Farmer
Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures And The Effects On Student Achievement And Engagement, Lisa M. Farmer
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose of this action research project is to determine if there is a correlation between Kagan cooperative learning and student achievement and engagement in mathematics. Data was collected using a mixed methods approach. Quantitative data was gathered through three math pre and posttests. Qualitative data was collected through observations and interactions with students. Analysis of the data collected suggests that students are more engaged when working in cooperative teams. Growth was also noted from pretests to the posttest.
Flexible Seating In The Early Childhood Classroom, Chasity L. Hardin
Flexible Seating In The Early Childhood Classroom, Chasity L. Hardin
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Flexible seating has become a recent trend in education. As teachers try to reach the different needs of learners, flexible seating is another way to allow students to comfortably be engaged in learning. Flexible seating gives children the power to choose. Giving them the power of choice, gives students ownership over their participation and engagement in the classroom. Flexible seating can include a variety of options including scoop rockers, pillows, disc o’ sits, standing desks, therapy balls, and many more options. Some professionals are beginning to note that students are often more engaged in their learning when flexible seating options …
Addressing Behavioral Deficits In Early Childhood Education: Promoting Positive Socio-Emotional Development Through Dramatic Play, Abbi Strobbe
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This paper investigates the detrimental effects behavior can have on a child’s social-emotional development and the vital role dramatic play opportunities have in overcoming these developmental deficits. A child’s trajectory for success in school begins in early childhood. Children experience meaningful connections to learning, as well as higher teacher and peer approval, when they are capable of maintaining positive interactions in the classroom. For this to occur, children must have a solid foundation in socio-emotional skills such as expression, understanding, and regulation. Behavioral deficits impede development and reduce the likelihood of academic achievement. However, application of early behavioral and social …
Blended Learning Versus The Traditional Classroom Model, Aaron M. Rozeboom
Blended Learning Versus The Traditional Classroom Model, Aaron M. Rozeboom
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose of this action research project was to determine the effectiveness of blended learning in the classroom compared to the traditional, direct instruction approach. Two sections of sixth grade math went through the same unit with one section using the blended learning model and the other section participating in the direct instruction model. Data was collected quantitatively using a pre-assessment and post-assessment, as well as, qualitatively using informal questioning and observations. Analysis of the data suggested that students in the blended classroom increased their learning more than the direct instruction classroom. Also, students participating in blended learning were observed …
Preschool For Parents: A Website For Parents To Review The Benefits Of A Proper Early Childhood Education, Tahrae L. Bonnes
Preschool For Parents: A Website For Parents To Review The Benefits Of A Proper Early Childhood Education, Tahrae L. Bonnes
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Every year many parents of young children face the challenge of deciding when and where they should start their child's educational career. Parents have to decide whether to keep their kids home with themselves or send them to daycare or preschool. These are just some of the many questions that run through their minds. Not to mention, this task has become increasingly difficult because of the many changes to the educational systems. This paper will explain a website created to help parents make informed decisions about their child's early childhood education through review of the various benefits a quality preschool …
Growth Mindset Affects Elementary Students, Clarissa Einck
Growth Mindset Affects Elementary Students, Clarissa Einck
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This literature review explores how growth mindset affects all elementary students in the classroom. The review begins by defining growth mindset and describing the benefits of implementing growth mindset into classrooms and schools. Growth mindset is defined in research as, the ability to believe that the most basic activities can be developed through hard work and dedication. Several steps are listed to implement growth mindset into both classrooms and schools. The review goes on to identify how growth mindset affects all students: typical developing students, talented and gifted students, and special education students. Within each subcategory ideas are given to …
Dialogic Reading And Building Children’S Vocabulary, Melissa Boer
Dialogic Reading And Building Children’S Vocabulary, Melissa Boer
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Parents and teachers have been reading books to kids for many years. In this century, technology has become a big part of our lives and has even started to take the place of books. It is easy to listen to books on-line and many parents think that if their child is looking at books on a technology device that is acceptable because it is still something educational. There is a time and place for technology, but nothing can replace the time a child can sit on your lap and listen to book being read. Children need to be able to …
Kinesthetic Movement Activities And Boys’ Engagement And Behavior In Literacy, Mallory Munden
Kinesthetic Movement Activities And Boys’ Engagement And Behavior In Literacy, Mallory Munden
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose of this paper is to share the results of an action research project that studies the effects kinesthetic literacy activities have on boys’ engagement and behavior in the classroom. The study was done using one kindergarten classroom that measured boys’ engagement and behavior doing a non-kinesthetic literacy activity versus a kinesthetic literacy activity. The boys were also compared to the girls level of engagement and behavior in both cases. The following paper will share the results of the study that looked at kinesthetic literacy activities to improve boys’ engagement and behavior.
Gross Motor In The Preschool Classroom, Sherryll Reed
Gross Motor In The Preschool Classroom, Sherryll Reed
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This literature review discusses the history of Early Childhood and how far it has come since it started. It will discuss the increase of obesity in young children and the importance of teaching children young the value of healthy living. This literature review will describe ways to use gross motor in the classroom to help with improving physical movement in the classroom. The literature review will give ideas on ways to encourage gross motor in the classroom as well as outdoors. It provides research that explains why it is important to include physical breaks in the classroom activities throughout the …
Impact Of Student Learning Communities On Student Achievement In The Classroom, Sarah B. Nelson
Impact Of Student Learning Communities On Student Achievement In The Classroom, Sarah B. Nelson
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose of this study is to show a correlation between student learning communities and success on academic standards. When students understand the process of learning, identify their goal and work to achieve this goal, they are more likely to succeed. Collaboration allows all members to be active participants for their learning and solve problems together. This skill is critical in school as well as in all aspects of life. In this study, students were placed into student learning communities based on their multiplication fact fluency. Students in each group determined their intervention, learned how to interpret data, participated in …
The Impact Of Make-A-Ten Strategy On Student Addition Fact Fluency, Jennifer Van Wyk
The Impact Of Make-A-Ten Strategy On Student Addition Fact Fluency, Jennifer Van Wyk
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose of this action research project is to determine if the Make-a-Ten strategy has a correlation to increased addition fact fluency. With small group interventions, which included subitizing and number decomposition, students were exposed to various models that showed how to make a ten with multiple numbers when adding them together. Data was collected through pre and post assessments and measured quantitatively to compare fluency scores. Student fluency interviews were also given to mark what level of fact understanding they had. Analysis of the data collected suggests that making tens increases student fluency and allows for more flexibility when …
Impacts Of Mtss On The Performance Of Struggling Students, Timothy J. Vermeer
Impacts Of Mtss On The Performance Of Struggling Students, Timothy J. Vermeer
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose of this paper is to share the impact and results of implementing multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) in Oskaloosa High School. The high school was showing an increase in struggling students, which led to an increasing proportion of the student population failing courses. The study is an overview of the changes over the past three years, evaluating how struggling students were supported prior to and after the implementation of a robust MTSS program. Specific data on the number of students receiving a failing grade at the end of each trimester was collected and analyzed. Results show a positive …
Developing Effective Assessment Practices Through Collaboration With Students, Families, And Colleagues, Tara Van Loo
Developing Effective Assessment Practices Through Collaboration With Students, Families, And Colleagues, Tara Van Loo
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Developing and implementing effective assessment practices in mainstream classrooms is a thoughtful process. When classroom teachers of English Learners (ELs) seek to design assessments that will yield valuable information to guide whole-group instruction and targeted interventions, the unique needs of ELs must be critically considered. The most effective, appropriate assessments are the result of a collaborative process that invites student, parent, and teacher input, and generates relevant data through authentic, longitudinal learning experiences.
The Classic, Spring 2017, Public Relations
The Classic, Spring 2017, Public Relations
The Classic, 2010-2019
Zwemer View: What I Discovered From the Discover Campaign; Around the Green: New Academic Deans; In Box; Encore of Accolades; Biblical Drama Online; Recommended Programs; Calling and Mission; Profs Practice What They Teach; Campus Life: Whodunit?, Gold Rush, Critical Acclaim, Sharing the World, Hablas Espanol?, The Art of Influence; European Classroom; Science Center to Open in Fall 2018; Special Education M.Ed.; Face Value: David Arnett; A New Chapter; Summer Lovin'; Dula-Degree Engineering Program; Counselor on Council; RedZone: In The Hall,Sweet 16; Capitol Performance; 1000 Words: Fashion Statement; Hitting the Books; Good Medicine; Red Ties; Class Notes; New Arrivals; Marriages; In …
Brain-Based Learning And Whole Brain Teaching Methods, Aleen S. Wolken
Brain-Based Learning And Whole Brain Teaching Methods, Aleen S. Wolken
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Whole Brain Teaching is a teaching strategy that combines cooperative learning and direct instruction. It is a strategy that has been implemented within many K-12 classrooms throughout the nation. In this article, the researcher defines Whole Brain Teaching, describes its impact on student learning, and highlights conflicts and myths. The researcher also presents ideas on future research. The purpose of this literature review was to find information regarding implementation of Whole Brain Teaching in an inclusive early childhood classroom.
Outdoor Learning In Early Childhood, Holly Hooven
Outdoor Learning In Early Childhood, Holly Hooven
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Play is a skill that comes naturally to every child. Children love to explore and investigate. They do this to find answers to the questions they have and obtain through other experiences such as talking with parents, other children, as well as reading through books. Play is important for many developmental skills such as building on fine motor, cognitive development, and more. While many parents and teachers observe their children, or students, play within the indoors, many children are not getting a lot of outdoor time. Outdoor play is as important as indoor play. Outdoor play allows a child to …
Does Grade Configuration Affect Middle School Students’ Achievement?, Katie Johnston
Does Grade Configuration Affect Middle School Students’ Achievement?, Katie Johnston
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This literature review analyzes current and past research over middle school grade configurations. Many large cities are integrating sixth, seventh, and eighth graders into elementaries because they believe middle schools are ineffective. These schools cite a lack of student achievement as the cause to reconfigure building grade spans. The research to support this idea does not look at what takes place within these schools however. When the middle school concept is implemented with fidelity, research has shown students can succeed. Four characteristics commonly missing are having structures to support relationships and learning, providing services to meet needs of students, including …