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Exploring School Leaders’ Experiences Allocating Financial Resources To Support Technology Integration Learning, Joshua Armstrong
Exploring School Leaders’ Experiences Allocating Financial Resources To Support Technology Integration Learning, Joshua Armstrong
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
America's local education agencies (LEAs) often struggle with technology integration learning (TIL). There is a lack of understanding about how leadership is planning and financially managing the allocation of budgeted dollars to support TIL. The purpose of this phenomenological study was to explore the lived experiences of public school leaders involved with financial management and the planning of resources to support TIL. Mishra’s and Koehler’s technological, pedagogical, and content knowledge framework grounded this study on how leadership planning and financial management affect teachers’ technological skills and professional development when incorporating TIL in public schools. Data were collected through 11 semistructured …
Implications Of The Aca On Critical Access Hospitals And Patients’ Responsibility Of Account Balances, Rebecca Yant Kimmelmann
Implications Of The Aca On Critical Access Hospitals And Patients’ Responsibility Of Account Balances, Rebecca Yant Kimmelmann
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Critical access hospitals (CAHs) have a history of closing due to a lack of financial viability, causing U.S. communities to lose support provided from jobs and taxes paid by the hospital, and patients to lose health care access. With the implementation of the Affordable Care Act and Patient Protection Act of 2010 (ACA), the expectation was that more people would become insured, but plan copays and deductibles owed by patients increased. The purpose of this study, which was undergirded by von Bertalanffy’s general systems theory, was to explore (a) whether there was a significant correlation between the implementation of the …
Barbados Students’ Perceptions Regarding Pursuing Tertiary Education, Khaleid Holder
Barbados Students’ Perceptions Regarding Pursuing Tertiary Education, Khaleid Holder
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Despite the government of Barbados’ 2018 resumption of full payment of undergraduate tuition, enrollment at the lone indigenous tertiary education institution has not fully rebounded to prior levels. Understanding potential students’ decision-making processes regarding their intention to pursue tertiary education may help local tertiary education administrators and policymakers enact interventions to maintain and increase enrollment. Guided by the reasoned action approach, the purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore Barbadian students’ perceptions about influences on their decision-making regarding their pursuit of tertiary education at the only local university in Barbados. Data were collected using one-on-one, semi-structured interviews from …
Documentation Challenges And Service Outcomes In Behavioral Health Organizations Serving The Homeless With Mental Illness, Shawlawn L. Freeman-Hicks
Documentation Challenges And Service Outcomes In Behavioral Health Organizations Serving The Homeless With Mental Illness, Shawlawn L. Freeman-Hicks
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Observed inconsistencies in clinical documentation are a problem for a behavioral health organization (BHO) serving homeless individuals with mental illness in the southern United States. The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of inconsistent clinical documentation on patient outcomes within the BHO. The Baldrige Excellence Framework was used to examine organizational leadership, strategy, operations, and compliance practices. The chief executive officer, chief operating officer, and lead psychiatric coordinator were interviewed to assess challenges related to clinical documentation. Archival records were also reviewed to gain a comprehensive understanding of the BHO's documentation processes. Three major themes emerged: (a) …
Implications Of The Aca On Critical Access Hospitals And Patients’ Responsibility Of Account Balances, Rebecca Yant Kimmelmann
Implications Of The Aca On Critical Access Hospitals And Patients’ Responsibility Of Account Balances, Rebecca Yant Kimmelmann
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Critical access hospitals (CAHs) have a history of closing due to a lack of financial viability, causing U.S. communities to lose support provided from jobs and taxes paid by the hospital, and patients to lose health care access. With the implementation of the Affordable Care Act and Patient Protection Act of 2010 (ACA), the expectation was that more people would become insured, but plan copays and deductibles owed by patients increased. The purpose of this study, which was undergirded by von Bertalanffy’s general systems theory, was to explore (a) whether there was a significant correlation between the implementation of the …
Documentation Challenges And Service Outcomes In Behavioral Health Organizations Serving The Homeless With Mental Illness, Shawlawn L. Freeman-Hicks
Documentation Challenges And Service Outcomes In Behavioral Health Organizations Serving The Homeless With Mental Illness, Shawlawn L. Freeman-Hicks
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Observed inconsistencies in clinical documentation are a problem for a behavioral health organization (BHO) serving homeless individuals with mental illness in the southern United States. The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of inconsistent clinical documentation on patient outcomes within the BHO. The Baldrige Excellence Framework was used to examine organizational leadership, strategy, operations, and compliance practices. The chief executive officer, chief operating officer, and lead psychiatric coordinator were interviewed to assess challenges related to clinical documentation. Archival records were also reviewed to gain a comprehensive understanding of the BHO's documentation processes. Three major themes emerged: (a) …
Barbados Students’ Perceptions Regarding Pursuing Tertiary Education, Khaleid Holder
Barbados Students’ Perceptions Regarding Pursuing Tertiary Education, Khaleid Holder
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Despite the government of Barbados’ 2018 resumption of full payment of undergraduate tuition, enrollment at the lone indigenous tertiary education institution has not fully rebounded to prior levels. Understanding potential students’ decision-making processes regarding their intention to pursue tertiary education may help local tertiary education administrators and policymakers enact interventions to maintain and increase enrollment. Guided by the reasoned action approach, the purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore Barbadian students’ perceptions about influences on their decision-making regarding their pursuit of tertiary education at the only local university in Barbados. Data were collected using one-on-one, semi-structured interviews from …
Human Resource Managers’ Perceptions Of Vocational Readiness Among Post-Secondary School Students In Antigua, Renee J. Smith
Human Resource Managers’ Perceptions Of Vocational Readiness Among Post-Secondary School Students In Antigua, Renee J. Smith
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Vocational readiness for the global workforce requires the development of both academic and nonacademic skills. Antiguan education has focused primarily on the teaching of academic skills. Grounded in Holland’s theory of career choice and Wigfield and Eccles’s interpretation of expectancy-value theory, the purpose of this generic qualitative study was to explore perceptions of Human Resource Managers (HRMs) in Antigua on the vocational readiness of post-secondary school graduates. Research questions asked about the perceptions of HRMs in Antigua regarding the vocational readiness of post-secondary school graduates, offerings of tertiary institutions to address the vocational readiness of their students, and the type/quality …
Influence Of Psychological Evaluators’ Demographics, Perceptions Of Bias, And Juvenile Defendants’ Race On Competency Decisions, Elizabeth Zaito
Influence Of Psychological Evaluators’ Demographics, Perceptions Of Bias, And Juvenile Defendants’ Race On Competency Decisions, Elizabeth Zaito
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Recent large-scale studies and reviews have revealed inconsistent findings regarding the role of evaluator characteristics, bias, and characteristics of juveniles in judging competency to stand trial as adults in juvenile cases using Dusky standards. The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of psychological evaluators’ education and experience, cognitive bias, and race of juveniles on decisions involving competency to stand trial. The attribution theory was used as the theoretical framework to explain how internal years of education and experience as well as beliefs about bias can influence decision-making. Data were collected from 84 forensic and clinical professionals and …
Human Resource Managers’ Perceptions Of Vocational Readiness Among Post-Secondary School Students In Antigua, Renee J. Smith
Human Resource Managers’ Perceptions Of Vocational Readiness Among Post-Secondary School Students In Antigua, Renee J. Smith
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Vocational readiness for the global workforce requires the development of both academic and nonacademic skills. Antiguan education has focused primarily on the teaching of academic skills. Grounded in Holland’s theory of career choice and Wigfield and Eccles’s interpretation of expectancy-value theory, the purpose of this generic qualitative study was to explore perceptions of Human Resource Managers (HRMs) in Antigua on the vocational readiness of post-secondary school graduates. Research questions asked about the perceptions of HRMs in Antigua regarding the vocational readiness of post-secondary school graduates, offerings of tertiary institutions to address the vocational readiness of their students, and the type/quality …
Influence Of Psychological Evaluators’ Demographics, Perceptions Of Bias, And Juvenile Defendants’ Race On Competency Decisions, Elizabeth Zaito
Influence Of Psychological Evaluators’ Demographics, Perceptions Of Bias, And Juvenile Defendants’ Race On Competency Decisions, Elizabeth Zaito
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Recent large-scale studies and reviews have revealed inconsistent findings regarding the role of evaluator characteristics, bias, and characteristics of juveniles in judging competency to stand trial as adults in juvenile cases using Dusky standards. The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of psychological evaluators’ education and experience, cognitive bias, and race of juveniles on decisions involving competency to stand trial. The attribution theory was used as the theoretical framework to explain how internal years of education and experience as well as beliefs about bias can influence decision-making. Data were collected from 84 forensic and clinical professionals and …
Leadership Implications Of Exploring Educator Perceptions About The Use Of Pbis And Cultural Responsiveness To Promote Equitable Discipline Practices For Black Students, Onika L. Stjames
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
School leaders and educators face challenges administering discipline equitably in school environments comprised of diverse student populations due to teachers’ potential inherent biases and lack of understanding and training about cultural responsiveness. To increase equity and reduce the disproportionality of discipline referrals issued to Black students, principals and assistant principals, district leaders, and other stakeholders need to acquire more knowledge about culturally responsive practices. The purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore educator perceptions about the use of positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS) and cultural responsiveness to reduce the disproportionality of discipline referrals issued to Black students …
Effect Of Mental Distress And Functional Impairment On Mental Health Service Use By Filipino Americans In California, Marieann R. Brill
Effect Of Mental Distress And Functional Impairment On Mental Health Service Use By Filipino Americans In California, Marieann R. Brill
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Mental health conditions are a significant global public health issue. Research shows that while Filipino Americans frequently experience mental distress and functional impairment, they are hesitant to use mental health services. In this quantitative study, the association between mental distress and functional impairment on mental health service utilization of prescription medication use, visits to primary care providers, and visits to mental health professionals was explored in adult Filipino Americans residing in California. Control variables included age, gender, marital status, education, employment, and income. This study was based on Andersen's behavioral model of healthcare use. Secondary data from the 2021-2022 California …
Leadership Implications Of Exploring Educator Perceptions About The Use Of Pbis And Cultural Responsiveness To Promote Equitable Discipline Practices For Black Students, Onika L. Stjames
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
School leaders and educators face challenges administering discipline equitably in school environments comprised of diverse student populations due to teachers’ potential inherent biases and lack of understanding and training about cultural responsiveness. To increase equity and reduce the disproportionality of discipline referrals issued to Black students, principals and assistant principals, district leaders, and other stakeholders need to acquire more knowledge about culturally responsive practices. The purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore educator perceptions about the use of positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS) and cultural responsiveness to reduce the disproportionality of discipline referrals issued to Black students …
Effect Of Mental Distress And Functional Impairment On Mental Health Service Use By Filipino Americans In California, Marieann R. Brill
Effect Of Mental Distress And Functional Impairment On Mental Health Service Use By Filipino Americans In California, Marieann R. Brill
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Mental health conditions are a significant global public health issue. Research shows that while Filipino Americans frequently experience mental distress and functional impairment, they are hesitant to use mental health services. In this quantitative study, the association between mental distress and functional impairment on mental health service utilization of prescription medication use, visits to primary care providers, and visits to mental health professionals was explored in adult Filipino Americans residing in California. Control variables included age, gender, marital status, education, employment, and income. This study was based on Andersen's behavioral model of healthcare use. Secondary data from the 2021-2022 California …
Washington, Dc Public School Educators’ Perspectives On The Implementation Of Educational Technology In Music Education, Steven Garrison
Washington, Dc Public School Educators’ Perspectives On The Implementation Of Educational Technology In Music Education, Steven Garrison
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
There was a gap in practice in the consistent use of educational technology to engage students, provide instruction differentiation, and improve the overall music learning experience in the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS). The inconsistent use of technology in DCPS music programs limits students’ potential to fully experience and benefit from music education advancements. The purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore the perspectives of K–12 DCPS music teachers on the use of educational technology to engage students, provide differentiated instruction, and improve overall learning outcomes. The conceptual framework was Davis’s technology acceptance model, which has been …
Washington, Dc Public School Educators’ Perspectives On The Implementation Of Educational Technology In Music Education, Steven Garrison
Washington, Dc Public School Educators’ Perspectives On The Implementation Of Educational Technology In Music Education, Steven Garrison
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
There was a gap in practice in the consistent use of educational technology to engage students, provide instruction differentiation, and improve the overall music learning experience in the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS). The inconsistent use of technology in DCPS music programs limits students’ potential to fully experience and benefit from music education advancements. The purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore the perspectives of K–12 DCPS music teachers on the use of educational technology to engage students, provide differentiated instruction, and improve overall learning outcomes. The conceptual framework was Davis’s technology acceptance model, which has been …
Effectives Strategies Leaders Use To Engage Nurses In Safe Work Practices, Madeline Ortiz Gonzalez
Effectives Strategies Leaders Use To Engage Nurses In Safe Work Practices, Madeline Ortiz Gonzalez
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Work-related injuries remain a significant challenge in the healthcare sector, leading to reduced productivity and financial losses despite improvements in workplace safety. Healthcare leaders are concerned that unsafe work practices negatively affect organizational performance and service quality. Grounded in Burn’s transformational leadership framework, the purpose of this qualitative pragmatic inquiry study was to explore effective strategies used by six nurse leaders in Southern United States use to encourage nurses to adopt safe work practices and foster a culture of safety. Through thematic analysis, three core themes were identified: implementing comprehensive training programs, establishing effective communication channels, and fostering a safety-first …
A Comparative Analysis Of The County-Level Covid-19 Lockdown’S Impact On Child Sexual Abuse Rates, Aunastasia Fantasia Marie Zsidiewicz
A Comparative Analysis Of The County-Level Covid-19 Lockdown’S Impact On Child Sexual Abuse Rates, Aunastasia Fantasia Marie Zsidiewicz
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
National reported rates of childhood sexual abuse (CSA) during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown were significantly lower than expected. This quantitative study explored rates of CSA before and after the lockdown for 22 Michigan counties by considering socioeconomic status (SES) demographics to isolate the lockdown’s specific impact on reported CSA rates. The SES of the counties was measured using the Kuppuswamy scale, a numerical compilation of the mean occupation, education, and income of households within a given county. The Social Determinants of Health framework provided a blueprint for understanding the impact of exploring the different socioeconomic variables. This framework also helped …
Effectives Strategies Leaders Use To Engage Nurses In Safe Work Practices, Madeline Ortiz Gonzalez
Effectives Strategies Leaders Use To Engage Nurses In Safe Work Practices, Madeline Ortiz Gonzalez
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Work-related injuries remain a significant challenge in the healthcare sector, leading to reduced productivity and financial losses despite improvements in workplace safety. Healthcare leaders are concerned that unsafe work practices negatively affect organizational performance and service quality. Grounded in Burn’s transformational leadership framework, the purpose of this qualitative pragmatic inquiry study was to explore effective strategies used by six nurse leaders in Southern United States use to encourage nurses to adopt safe work practices and foster a culture of safety. Through thematic analysis, three core themes were identified: implementing comprehensive training programs, establishing effective communication channels, and fostering a safety-first …
Association Among Student Retention And Program Utilization Within An Independent Community College In Northeastern New Mexico, Geno Castillo
Association Among Student Retention And Program Utilization Within An Independent Community College In Northeastern New Mexico, Geno Castillo
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The problem investigated in this study was the trend of decreasing student retention of first-year, degree-seeking college students at an independent community college located in northeastern New Mexico. The purpose of the study was to examine the association between student retention and program utilization. The research question was to determine if statistically significant differences existed between first-year students at an independent community college in northeastern New Mexico who did and did not utilize government-funded tutoring programs, which is a peer-led program managed by the Center for Academic Excellence. The theoretical foundation for the study was Tinto’s student retention theory model. …
The Lived Experiences Of Black College Students And Counseling Based Upon Social Media Influences, Shamanda Burston
The Lived Experiences Of Black College Students And Counseling Based Upon Social Media Influences, Shamanda Burston
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Despite social media's use as a tool for social influence and increase in mental health disclosures within Black communities, limited literature describes how Black college students, specifically, are utilizing social media related to mental health. This qualitative study includes a description of the influence of social media on the perception of counseling services for Black college students. Using interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) through the lens of Kelman's social influence theory, the influence of social media on Black college students' perception of counseling services was explored. Currently enrolled Black or African American college or university students within the United States, over …
Perceptions Of The Skills Gap In Career And Technical Education In An Urban School District, Kyna Monic Eberhardt
Perceptions Of The Skills Gap In Career And Technical Education In An Urban School District, Kyna Monic Eberhardt
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
A gap in career and technical education (CTE) skills can negatively influence outcomes for students who plan to enter the workforce or college following high school graduation. The purpose of this qualitative case study was to explore the perceptions of principals, counselors, teachers, and business leaders from different industries, about the skills gap among CTE students and their preparation for the workforce or college. Kathuria’s organizational alignment theory grounded this study. For this case study design, semistructured interviews were conducted with nine participants purposively selected from each stakeholder group: principals, counselors, teachers, and business leaders from different industries. All participants …
A Comparative Analysis Of The County-Level Covid-19 Lockdown’S Impact On Child Sexual Abuse Rates, Aunastasia Fantasia Marie Zsidiewicz
A Comparative Analysis Of The County-Level Covid-19 Lockdown’S Impact On Child Sexual Abuse Rates, Aunastasia Fantasia Marie Zsidiewicz
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
National reported rates of childhood sexual abuse (CSA) during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown were significantly lower than expected. This quantitative study explored rates of CSA before and after the lockdown for 22 Michigan counties by considering socioeconomic status (SES) demographics to isolate the lockdown’s specific impact on reported CSA rates. The SES of the counties was measured using the Kuppuswamy scale, a numerical compilation of the mean occupation, education, and income of households within a given county. The Social Determinants of Health framework provided a blueprint for understanding the impact of exploring the different socioeconomic variables. This framework also helped …
Association Among Student Retention And Program Utilization Within An Independent Community College In Northeastern New Mexico, Geno Castillo
Association Among Student Retention And Program Utilization Within An Independent Community College In Northeastern New Mexico, Geno Castillo
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The problem investigated in this study was the trend of decreasing student retention of first-year, degree-seeking college students at an independent community college located in northeastern New Mexico. The purpose of the study was to examine the association between student retention and program utilization. The research question was to determine if statistically significant differences existed between first-year students at an independent community college in northeastern New Mexico who did and did not utilize government-funded tutoring programs, which is a peer-led program managed by the Center for Academic Excellence. The theoretical foundation for the study was Tinto’s student retention theory model. …
Perceptions Of The Skills Gap In Career And Technical Education In An Urban School District, Kyna Monic Eberhardt
Perceptions Of The Skills Gap In Career And Technical Education In An Urban School District, Kyna Monic Eberhardt
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
A gap in career and technical education (CTE) skills can negatively influence outcomes for students who plan to enter the workforce or college following high school graduation. The purpose of this qualitative case study was to explore the perceptions of principals, counselors, teachers, and business leaders from different industries, about the skills gap among CTE students and their preparation for the workforce or college. Kathuria’s organizational alignment theory grounded this study. For this case study design, semistructured interviews were conducted with nine participants purposively selected from each stakeholder group: principals, counselors, teachers, and business leaders from different industries. All participants …
The Lived Experiences Of Black College Students And Counseling Based Upon Social Media Influences, Shamanda Burston
The Lived Experiences Of Black College Students And Counseling Based Upon Social Media Influences, Shamanda Burston
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Despite social media's use as a tool for social influence and increase in mental health disclosures within Black communities, limited literature describes how Black college students, specifically, are utilizing social media related to mental health. This qualitative study includes a description of the influence of social media on the perception of counseling services for Black college students. Using interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) through the lens of Kelman's social influence theory, the influence of social media on Black college students' perception of counseling services was explored. Currently enrolled Black or African American college or university students within the United States, over …
New Graduate Nurses' Experiences Of Burnout As They Transition To Practice, Stacy Beth Elliott
New Graduate Nurses' Experiences Of Burnout As They Transition To Practice, Stacy Beth Elliott
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Transitioning from nursing school to professional practice is a critical and challenging period for newly graduated nurses. Transition to professional nursing practice is particularly stressful in the first 3 years as new graduates adapt to the high acuity of patient care, which can result in burnout. The purpose of this qualitative study, guided by the conservation of resource theory, was to understand how new graduate nurses describe their experiences of burnout as novice nurses transition in the first 3 years of nursing practice. Fourteen nurses were interviewed using a semi-structured interviews, and Saldana’s two-cycle analysis was used for data interpretation, …
New Graduate Nurses' Experiences Of Burnout As They Transition To Practice, Stacy Beth Elliott
New Graduate Nurses' Experiences Of Burnout As They Transition To Practice, Stacy Beth Elliott
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Transitioning from nursing school to professional practice is a critical and challenging period for newly graduated nurses. Transition to professional nursing practice is particularly stressful in the first 3 years as new graduates adapt to the high acuity of patient care, which can result in burnout. The purpose of this qualitative study, guided by the conservation of resource theory, was to understand how new graduate nurses describe their experiences of burnout as novice nurses transition in the first 3 years of nursing practice. Fourteen nurses were interviewed using a semi-structured interviews, and Saldana’s two-cycle analysis was used for data interpretation, …
Importance Of Social Support During Pregnancy For Girls With Limited Education, Mairo V. Bello
Importance Of Social Support During Pregnancy For Girls With Limited Education, Mairo V. Bello
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Social support signifies a system that provides for family, relatives, and friends or is derived from external sources such as social services or health promotion networks and can reduce depression and increase well-being. Absent from the literature was the understanding of the significance of social support for young women with limited education aged 18-25 on the journey from conception to the postpartum period in Nigeria. In this qualitative phenomenological study, the individual perception, attitude, and social support received by young women with limited education during pregnancy in Wudil LGA of Kano state in northern Nigeria were examined. The study addressed …