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Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

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Cornrowed Literacy & Lives: A Qualitative Case Study On Teachers Lived Experiences Through Culturally Responsive Literacy Instruction, Ashley N. White

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Capstones

This qualitative case study explores the lived experiences of thirteen certified elementary educators who teach literacy to students of color. The theoretical framework that guides this study is Abolitionist Teaching (Love, 2019). This study’s data collection is based on teacher surveys, conversational interviews and an artifact analysis. This study was centered on the following questions: (1) What are the lived experiences of certified elementary educators who teach literacy to students of color? (2) What are the lived experiences of certified elementary educators in planning and implementing culturally responsive literacy instructional practices? The themes that emerged from this study were teachers' …

Dream-Seekers (Ladson-Billings, 2009): An Analysis Of Culturally Relevant Pedagogical Development Through The Perspective Of Black Novice Teachers, Christina Grove, Nana Becoat, Michelle Cooley, Pablo Ramos Jr

Dissertations

ABSTRACT

Using critical race theory and Gloria Ladson-Billings' culturally relevant pedagogy as theoretical frameworks, this thematic narrative analysis study explored the epistemology and ontology of culturally relevant pedagogy by investigating the research question: How do Black novice teachers (years 1-5) become culturally relevant practitioners? The researchers conducted semi-structured interviews with Black K-12 public school teachers in which the participants reflected on how their upbringing, cultural identities, K-12 experiences, and teacher preparation program/process impacts their readiness to practice culturally relevant pedagogy. Five themes emerged from the narrative analysis: 1) K-12 racialized trauma; 2) racialized awakening and awareness; 3) the sanctuary of …

Discourse- And Lesion-Based Aphasia Quotient Estimation Using Machine Learning, Nicholas Riccardi, Satvik Nelakuditi, Dirk B. Den Ouden, Chris Rorden, Julius Fridriksson, Rutvik H. Desai

Communication Sciences and Disorders Faculty Articles and Research

Discourse is a fundamentally important aspect of communication, and discourse production provides a wealth of information about linguistic ability. Aphasia commonly affects, in multiple ways, the ability to produce discourse. Comprehensive aphasia assessments such as the Western Aphasia Battery-Revised (WAB-R) are time- and resource-intensive. We examined whether discourse measures can be used to estimate WAB-R Aphasia Quotient (AQ), and whether this can serve as an ecologically valid, less resource-intensive measure. We used features extracted from discourse tasks using three AphasiaBank prompts involving expositional (picture description), story narrative, and procedural discourse. These features were used to train a machine learning model …

Healing A Generation; Implementation Of Higher Education Curricula For Venezuelan Journalism Students Living Under Structural Violence To Promote A Transition Into Democracy, José Luis Jiménez-Figarotti Prof.

The SUNY Journal of the Scholarship of Engagement: JoSE

Venezuela's sociopolitical landscape has deteriorated significantly over the past decade, culminating in a profound humanitarian crisis. This ethnography, conducted from 2015 to the present, explores the experiences of a study group comprising 2000 Venezuelan communication college students, aged 17 to 25, who navigate structural violence while striving for quality higher education. The research employed a multifaceted approach, encompassing interviews, focus groups, and observations. Additionally, this qualitative study examines the outcomes of implementing an interdisciplinary journalism curriculum grounded in human rights and media activism, complemented by online sessions and an environmental education component. This educational project aims to foster critical thinking …

Who’S Laughing Now? Comedy As Coping Mechanism And Critique In Paul Beatty’S The Sellout, Mihaughany Redd

Departmental Honors & Graduate Capstone Projects

This paper examines the ways in which Paul Beatty uses dark humor as a coping mechanism for racial trauma, as well as a way of critiquing society’s treatment of Black people in his novel, The Sellout. Throughout his novel, Beatty discusses various controversial topics such as police brutality, segregation, and slavery. Although these topics are not lighthearted in any sense, Beatty uses satire and comedy to describe them to the reader. This paper seeks to elucidate why Beatty would use comedy to discuss the racial injustices and inequalities that Black people have faced in the past and in the …

Local Ecological Knowledge, Education, And Bilingualism: Ethnography Of A Stem Program For Elementary Students In Southwestern Florida, Barbara D. Herrera

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

In response to the limited inclusion of cultural relevant pedagogy in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) centered educational programs, this study illustrates dynamics that encourage inclusivity and provide a space for minority students to develop self-efficacy while also exposing them to formal modes of STEM knowledge. Elementary level English/Spanish speaking children were taught local ecological knowledge (LEK) during a STEM summer program in a city in Southwestern Florida. The use of participant observation, group interviews with the students, and interviews with the educators allowed for an in-depth analysis of the program and the established goals. This study provides insight …

Concepts, Contexts, Contests, Roy Kreitner

Law and Contemporary Problems

No abstract provided.

Mamás Metidas: Empowering Latinx Spanish-Dominant Parents In Independent Schools Through Culturally Responsive School Leadership, Silvia Salazar Rivera

LMU Theses and Dissertations

Latinx families, particularly those whose primary language is Spanish, are significantly underrepresented in independent schools nationwide and experience barriers to engaging in their children’s education. Recognizing the crucial role of parent engagement in student academic success and socioemotional well-being, this research aimed to understand the unique challenges faced by Spanish-dominant parents in navigating the independent school contexts. Grounded in Khalifa et al.’s (2016) culturally responsive school leadership framework, the study intended to identify effective practices and strategies that facilitate Spanish-dominant parent engagement. The narrative data, collected through both a group plática and individual interviews, offered valuable insights into the experiences …

A Study Of Selected Vocal Works By Shande Ding: The Mysterious Sound Of Flute And Poems On Western Yunnan, Chuyan Luo

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

This study aims to delve into and interpret “The Mysterious Sound of Flute” and “Poems on Western Yunnan” from a singer’s perspective while also providing guidance and recommendations for other performers. The research encompasses the history of Chinese art songs, a biography of Shande Ding, and an introduction to his compositional style. A comprehensive examination of each song includes background information, song analysis, translation, a Chinese lyric diction guide, and performance suggestions.

Art songs constitute a significant genre in music composition, and Chinese art songs have yielded numerous outstanding composers and captivating works over the years. Among these composers, Shande …

Steps To Prepare Bilingual Data For Analysis: A Methodological Approach, Gulab Khilji, Nazir Ahmed Jogezai

The Qualitative Report

This methodological paper offers a five-step model for preparing bilingual data for analysis. The article is guided by research in translating bilingual data into qualitative research. A systematic analysis of the research studies was conducted to identify workable options for preparing bilingual data for analysis. The proposed five-step model is comprised of (1) translator’s worldview and professionalism, (2) epistemological, ontological, and methodological considerations, (3) line of translation, (4) responsiveness to cultural terms and (5) eagerness to trustworthiness and reliability of the data. Researcher’s worldviews encompass the visibility of translator’s positionality for reflexivity, avoidance of biasness, and demonstration of professionalism. The …

Black Faculty And Staff Association Newsletter. Issue 2 (2024), Nashieli Marcano

Black Faculty and Staff Association

Table of Contents

• Greetings from the President! - Teresa Cosby
• Spotlight: Sam Hunter
• Planting my Seeds on Furman Soil - Brittany Champion
• Dr. Juan Garrido's 1st Year @ FU
• A Year in Photos
• Bridges to a Brighter Future: A Reflection - Melanie Gordon
• Dr. Judith Williams: An Interview - Judith Williams and Nashieli Marcano
• Farewell Wishes - Shaniece Criss and Brittany Champion
• In Memoriam: Dr. Janet Kwami - Cynthia King

Aurora Scientific Day, 2004, Advocate Health - Midwest

Historical Documents - Combined

Aurora Health Care, Milwaukee, WI: Program for the May 20, 2004 Aurora Scientific Day. Includes an agenda and abstracts for the event.

Minutes, Executive Committee Meeting, Thursday, April 4, 2024, College Of Liberal Arts Executive Committe

Executive Committee Minutes

No abstract provided.

Evaluating The Effectiveness Of A Palestinian Teacher Training Program Through The Stalling Classroom Observation Method, Abdalkarim M. Ayyoub, Belal Abu Eidah

An-Najah University Journal for Research - B (Humanities)

Objective: This study aimed at evaluating the impact of training Palestinian teachers who teach in the early basic stage (Grades from 1 to 4) through Teacher Education Improvement - After Funding (TEIP-AF) project. Methodology: he studies followed a descriptive and experimental methodology. It utilized the Stalling Observation system to study various types of classroom interactions and the Palestinian Teacher Professional Development Index (PTPDI) to assess the competences teachers gained after training on the TEIP-AF project. The study population consisted of all teachers who were qualified in accordance with the teacher education strategy in Palestine and. The study sample was randomly …

A Survey Study Of The Opinion Of Students And Coordinators Of Humanities Graduate Programs At An-Najah National University Regarding Scientific Research Courses And Their Need For Development, Naser Adeen M. Al-Shaer, Tasnim Naser Adeen Alsher, Mohammad Subhi Odeh

An-Najah University Journal for Research - B (Humanities)

Aim: This survey study aims at identifying the level of scientific research in the academic programs and study plans of the department of Graduate Studies for Humanities at An-Najah National University and the need for developing them based on opinions of program coordinators and students to evaluate the effectiveness of research and its validity for future enhancement for the university status. The study hypothesized weak levels of interest in research in study plans, which negatively affects student research skills and the quality of their research production. Methodology: The study adopted the analytical approach using two questionnaires distributed to program coordinators …

Partnership And Coalition Efforts For Community-Based Research: Towards A Liveable Urban And Rural Settlement In Kwazulu-Natal, Sibongile A. Ngcobo, Nene E. Khalema, Tawanda Makusha

CSID Journal of Infrastructure Development

This paper examines the role of community partnerships and coalitions in the intricate and constantly evolving dynamics of communities in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Various aspects of the community context, such as socioeconomic conditions, geography, environmental factors, demographics, community politics, and cultural norms, often influence these community partnerships and coalitions. This study adopted the Community Coalition Action Theory as an organisational framework to examine the efforts of coalitions and partnerships in community-based research. The research applied a mixed-methods approach. This included a survey and individual interviews within the research organisation responsible for multiple community-based projects in rural and urban areas of …

Building Queer Families: Supports And Barriers, Annie Bright

Individual, Family, and Community Education ETDs

A qualitative study was conducted with six participants who identify as Queer and/or Lesbian investigating supports and barriers to family building using Assisted Human Reproduction. Semi-structured interviews were conducted allowing participants to share their experiences and self-identify the significant supports and barriers in their process. Interviews were transcribed and coded using Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis identifying three supports and four barriers. Results demonstrated that all participants identified their community and/or their Queer community and their partner and/or family as key supports and two-thirds of participants identified as a support their own background or knowledge. All participants described the high cost or …

Program Review: English Department, Michelle Beissel Heath, Megan Hartman, Marguerite Tassi

Academic Program Reviews

No abstract provided.

Digital Leadership Within Large South Korean Firms, Jin Woong Yoo, Saeyeon Roh, Smita Tripathi, Hyunmi Jang

Plymouth Business School

Drawing upon Person-Environment fit (PE fit) theory, this paper attempts to explore the determinants of digital leadership and its interactions between personal and environmental dimensions, including organizational, interpersonal and external dimensions, in South Korea. As Remote Work (RW) and Digital Transformation (DT) have been discussed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, this research focuses upon the concept of digital leadership, which can effectively cope with both RW and DT. To help Human Resource (HR) practitioners support digital leadership, this paper employs the fuzzy-Decision Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (f-DEMATEL) method. Through the convenience sampling method, we collected data sets …

Choosing Optimal Supply Radius Of Transformer Substations (Tss) In Iraq’S Cities Using Geometric Programming With Neutrosophic Coefficients, Ahmed K. Essa, Montifort Blessings Andrew Mitungwi, Tuweh Prince Gadama, Ahmed A. Salama

Neutrosophic Systems with Applications

Numerous uncertainties exist in various electricity power system problems due to the size, complexity, geographical distribution, and influence of unforeseen events in these systems, making it difficult for traditional mathematics tools based on crisp set theory to have an impact on and solve many power system problems. As a new branch of mathematical uncertainty techniques, the neutrosophic expert systems approach has therefore emerged with the development of electric power systems and has proven successful when correctly linked. The expert typically uses ambiguous or neutrosophic language to describe their empirical knowledge, such as "very likely," "quite likely," "if x is large, …

Closing The Early Literacy Skills Gaps Through Supplemental Phonics Instruction, Jeremy Pichany

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

No abstract provided.

The Sacred And The Supernatural: Christianity And Teutonic Folklore In The Grimms’ Briar Rose, Amelia Stefanescu

Honors Theses

During the nineteenth century, the Brothers Grimm undertook the task of preserving German folklore during a time of cultural upheaval and struggle for national identity. One such tale, Briar Rose, emerges as a site of ideological interplay between Christian themes and Teutonic traditions. By analyzing the Grimms’ 1812 (first) and 1857 (last) editions, this thesis investigates how the text reflects and synthesizes these distinct belief systems into a coherent narrative.

The research explores how Christian and pagan elements co-exist within Briar Rose and what these interactions reveal about the cultural and religious dynamics within the folktale. The study argues that …

Round Ii: Exploring The Experiences Of Black, First-Generation Graduate And Professional Students At Historically Black Colleges And Universities (Hbcus), Derrick D. Lathan

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

This phenomenological study explores the experiences of Black, first-generation (first-gen) students pursuing advanced degrees at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), following the COVID-19 pandemic and racial justice movements like Black Lives Matter. Additionally, this study examines the present-day motivations to pursue advanced degrees, particularly the benefits of doing so at an HBCU. The main research question guiding this study is: What are the experiences of Black, first-gen graduate and professional students at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs)? The sub-questions are:

1. How do Black, first-gen graduate and professional students describe being a first-gen student?
2. What barriers and supports impact …

Introducing Chinese Folk Songs Through Arrangements For Trombone & Piano And Chamber Music, Tianyu Xue

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

The scarcity of trombone in traditional Chinese music reflects the limited exposure and education for the trombone in China. Additionally, Chinese folk songs have minimal presence on the global stage. This project will bridge this gap by developing a series of trombone pieces that incorporate Chinese musical elements, explicitly focusing on elevating Chinese folk songs through trombone performance. This initiative offers an opportunity for trombonists worldwide to delve into the richness of Chinese folk music. The core of this work involves selecting Chinese folk songs that represent diverse historical contexts, regional characteristics, and emotional content and then arranging them for …

Starting Small Or Big: An Artificial Language Paradigm, Rachel Evans

LSU Master's Theses

Previous research on language acquisition has raised two competing hypotheses: Starting Small and Starting Big. Starting Small states that limitations (small working memory capacity, simple structure, short string length, etc.) are beneficial for language learning, which explains why children are able to acquire language more easily than adults. Starting Big proposes the opposite, that input of chunks of language rather than individual units creates a stronger and more fluid understanding of grammatical relations between words. The current study aimed to investigate these theories in the context of an artificial language paradigm using a forced-choice task, a production task, a working …

Personalized Llm Response Generation With Parameterized Memory Injection

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Large Language Models (LLMs) have exhibited remarkable proficiency in comprehending and generating natural language. On the other hand, personalized LLM response generation holds the potential to offer substantial benefits for individuals in critical areas such as medical. Existing research has explored memory-augmented methods to prompt the LLM with pre-stored user-specific knowledge for personalized response generation in terms of new queries. We contend that such paradigm is unable to perceive fine-granularity information. In this study, we propose a novel \textbf{M}emory-\textbf{i}njected approach using parameter-efficient fine-tuning (PEFT) and along with a Bayesian Optimisation searching strategy to achieve \textbf{L}LM \textbf{P}ersonalization(\textbf{MiLP}).

Alcohol Use Among High School Students In Select Florida School Districts, A Comparison Of Pre-Covid And Covid Years, (2019, 2021), Marlee Dauphin, Roohika Rastogi

Undergraduate Student Symposium

Background: The widespread concern about alcohol use among high school students underscores the urgent need for effective prevention and education programs. Comparing underage drinking statistics before and during the COVID-19 pandemic is essential for understanding patterns of behavior during this unique time period. This knowledge can potentially illuminate changes in risk factors and guide targeted interventions to protect the well-being of adolescents in the post-pandemic era.

Methods: The Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) data was used to analyze alcohol use behaviors in six Florida counties. We used student responses to examine alcohol-use initiation and whether they were currently drinking at …

Metabolic Potentation Of Antibiotic Lethality From Carbon Source Preference In P. Aeruginosa And S. Aureus, Pooja Parikh, Trent Moudler

Undergraduate Student Symposium

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing public health concern with a dire need for new solutions. This problem has only been exacerbated in recent years due to the misuse of antibiotics and globalization. As new antibiotic drugs are costly and time-intensive, it is imperative to understand and study creative new ways to combat AMR. In both natural ecosystems and clinical infections, microorganisms seldom exist in isolation. Rather, they flourish within polymicrobial communities, presenting unique challenges for therapeutic interventions owing to elaborate inter-species interactions. Two such pathogens are Pseudomonas aeruginosa (PA) and Staphylococcus aureus (SA); bacteria commonly found in patients with …