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An Exploration Of Ibdp Coordinator Leadership In Southeastern U.S. Public High Schools, Raymond W. Scheetz Jr.

Theses and Dissertations--Educational Leadership Studies

Along with its brand, vision, and curricula, International Baccalaureate (IB) provides member schools with requirements and expectations, such as implementing a program coordinator. However, the need for flexibility that would allow for global implementation leaves the nature of IB’s required program coordinator positions subject to local discretion in many ways. However, while increasing in numbers globally, IB Diploma Programs are still not widely implemented in public high schools throughout the U.S. Southeast. As a result, the position of an IBDP coordinator is unusual in such schools in the region. Also, the IBDP coordinator position has not been substantially defined or …

Perceived Unmet Needs And Barriers To Services Associated With Traumatic Brain Injury In Rural Populations, Megan M. Bruce

Graduate Student Scholarship

This study investigated unmet needs of individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and of their caregivers living in rural communities. The objective of this research study was to identify occupational therapy’s role and intervention priorities for individuals with TBI and their caregivers in rural settings. Descriptive statistics were generated from quantitative survey responses obtained from 84 community-dwelling individuals with TBI and 40 caregivers ranging in age from 18 to 80 years. The most identified “barriers” were poor awareness of the ways to receive services (TBI Survivors = 65%, Caregivers = 61%), inadequate professional/provider knowledge about available supports and services (TBI …

How Elementary Schools Support Families In Mandatory Middle School Choice: A Comparative Case Study, Eleni Filippatos

Theses and Dissertations--Educational Leadership Studies

This dissertation examines the role of New York City elementary school leaders in shaping fifth graders' middle school choice processes in two public schools serving predominantly economically disadvantaged, Latino families. As school choice increasingly influences students' academic trajectories, understanding how leaders engage families in this decision-making process is essential for promoting educational equity. The study explored how public elementary school principals, counselors, and teachers support families during the universal middle school application process.

Using a qualitative comparative case study design, I conducted semi-structured interviews, field observations, and document analysis to compare leadership practices at two demographically similar elementary schools with …

Introduce, Inform, Inspire: Curating A Collection Of Idms For Sustained Inquiry, Lisa K. Pennington, Mary E. Tackett

The Great Lakes Social Studies Journal

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The Impacts Of Land Use And Groundwater Inputs On Stream Health And Habitat Of Jennings Creek, Bowling Green, Kentucky, Allison Francis

Mahurin Honors College Capstone Experience/Thesis Projects

In Bowling Green, Kentucky, the Jennings Creek watershed encompasses the entire city and surrounding area; however, little work has been completed focused on assessing the Creek’s water quality, habitat, and biological indicators. Jennings Creek is fed by several karst groundwater springs, making it highly vulnerable to contamination due to the rapid connection between the surface and subsurface via sinkholes and underground rivers. An examination of Jennings Creek’s water quality, habitat, and biological indicators provides an assessment of the watershed’s health.

The methodology closely followed the methods for assessing habitat by Kentucky’s Energy and Environment Cabinet and was approved for the …

Empowering Future Educators: Exploring Preservice Elementary Teachers’ Self-Efficacy Within Integrated Stem Experiences In A Science Methods Course, Shane C. Campbell

Theses and Dissertations--Education Sciences

There is an ongoing need for preparing high-quality preservice elementary teachers who are confident and capable in the design and delivery of integrated STEM instruction. This qualitative study examines the experiences of a small cohort of preservice elementary teachers enrolled in a science teaching methods course and further examines how preservice teachers' perceptions of self-efficacy change as a result of their participation in integrated STEM experiences in science methods coursework. Data were collected using pre and post surveys to capture self-reported efficacy levels related to STEM teaching, along with semi-structured interviews conducted before and after the course to further contextualize …

Milk Tooth, 2025, Eddie Anderson, Sadie House, Jay Clark, Ravyn Oliver, Edwin Mayo, Joseph Kettelhodt, Kaitlyn Seibel, Daniel Mcnellis, Elise Fladeboe, Ivy Matejcek, Trinity Johnson, Eve Gwendolyn Hansen, Liz Fisher, Emma Niessink, Hannah Lewis

Milk Tooth

"Writings by Bemidji State University Students". Sponsored by the Bemidji State University English Department.

"The Perfect Storm": Weathering Black Racial Trauma Across The Lifespan And The Impact Of Covid-19, Taryne M. Mingo, Kiauhna Haynes

Adultspan Journal

Descendants of Africans Enslaved in the United States (DAEUS), who lived in the South prior to 1965 and experienced decades of legalized discrimination, were found to have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Arline Geronimus (1992) coined the term “weathering” to acknowledge the accumulation of racial trauma stored within the body over extended periods of time. The purpose of this interpretive phenomenological study, aligned by the tenets of Critical Race Theory, explores how continuous racial trauma impacted DAEUS citizens’ well-being and trust in the COVID-19 vaccine. Three Group Experiential Themes emerged during this study, all connected with the experiences …

The Photographic Lens Of Lewis Wickes Hine And The Spaces In Between Progressive, Documentary, And Artistic Photography, Lara Ann Kolinchak

CGU Theses & Dissertations

Progressive Era photographer Lewis Wickes Hine is best known for his child labor photography from the National Child Labor Committee. This dissertation seeks to expand the understandings associated with Hine’s photography of Southern and Eastern European immigrants by examining his photography as both historical document and as works of art. Pressing Hine’s work past the previous categorizations allows for analysis of his photography which opens new interpretations and spaces. Hine’s photography is not only a pictural historical reference but when read in its entirety many more historical insights become visible. Evaluating Hine’s photography from Ellis Island, The Pittsburgh Survey and …

World As Other, World As Self: Beyond Dualism In Environmental Narratives, Tamara Wallace Ramirez

CGU Theses & Dissertations

Stories of place matter to the way we live with the Earth. A dualistic perspective that pits "culture" against "nature" enables environmental degradation on small and large scales. Conversely, understanding humans and nonhumans as entwined allows us to think and act differently with our planetary community. This view entails integrating the "self" and the "other." Instead of being antithetical to the other, the self arises through engagement with others, human and nonhuman. Understanding our mutuality with others while respecting their alterity and agency fosters caring and dedication. Our sense of connection with the more-than-human world inspires our compassion. However, such …

From Classrooms To Community: An Ethnographic Narrative, Nathan Nagaoka

CGU Theses & Dissertations

This ethnographic narrative weaves together the story of my journey as a novice teacher, as I worked to create a positive classroom ecology and learned countless lessons while assuming the roles of student, teacher, and observer. Through the analysis of multiple artifacts, intended to reflect my teaching practices, this narrative challenged me to examine my role in society and consider my past intentionally. With humility, hard work, and the connections I made with my students, this narrative tracks my progress as a teacher and displays my hopes and dreams for the future.

An Examination Of Post-Pandemic Enrollment Declines In California’S Public Education System, Ryan J. Cummins

CGU Theses & Dissertations

The persistent decline in enrollment in California public schools presents complex and far-reaching challenges, impacting budgets, staffing, and student outcomes. These challenges have been further compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic, which disrupted K-12 education nationwide. As students were sent home and families navigated prolonged school closures, the federal government responded with unprecedented funding to public schools, aimed at reengaging students safely, addressing academic losses, and mitigating socio-emotional impacts. While this temporary relief funding provided much-needed resources, it also allowed states and school districts broad discretion in spending, with little consistency or oversight. Investments in infrastructure, staffing, and programs varied significantly …

Adhd As A Lived Experience Amongst Bipoc College Students, Nikash Kale

Honors Theses

This thesis focuses on the perspectives of Black Indigenous and Persons of Color (BIPOC) college students on Attention-deficit/hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The study analyzes scoping strategies, perceived symptomatological differences, and the effects of racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds among BIPOC college students. Drawing on semi-structured interviews with 14 participants, I examine the full permeation of ADHD among BIPOC college students, its evolution from pre-diagnosis to the present, and how they navigate the disorder and its treatment. A qualitative analysis of ADHD among minorities in college will not only allow clinicians to understand the distinct struggles of BIPOC with ADHD, but it …

Diabetes Device Knowledge And Confidence Among School Nurses: A Mixed Methods Study, Cassandra F. Moffitt

Nursing Theses and Dissertations

Problem: Type 1 diabetes is one of the most common chronic medical conditions in childhood. While manageable, these children may spend half of their day in the school setting and often need assistance from a school nurse to manage their care.

Theory: Bandura’s Social Cognitive Theory (1977) served as the theoretical framework for this study.

Research Questions: The research questions explored knowledge, confidence, and additional predictors of confidence related to diabetes devices.

Design/Methods: An explanatory sequential mixed methods design was used. The Diabetes Device Confidence Scale (DDCS) was used to measure device confidence, while Subscale 10 of the KAT-1 instrument …

The Story Of North Atlantic Right Whales, Sydney Haas

Theses & ETDs

North Atlantic right whales are classified as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. In this project, an ArcGIS StoryMap was made so that the problems facing this species and the possible solutions to these problems could be communicated to a wide audience. A StoryMap is a tool that can creatively display narrative text, graphics, and maps. This StoryMap is an accumulation of data, information, statistics, policies, maps, and technological solutions surrounding North Atlantic Right Whale conservation. Scientific research and communication, whether it be through policies or education, must work together for a real impact to be …

Credit Analysis And Professional Development: A Capstone Internship With Servisfirst Bank, Christian Gulgin

Theses & ETDs

This paper details the steps that led to my internship experience at ServisFirst Bank in Sarasota, Florida, from January to May 2025, as part of my senior project for a Bachelor of Arts in Financial Economics at New College of Florida. My role as a Credit Analyst Intern involved evaluating the creditworthiness of clients through detailed financial statement analysis, covenant testing, and credit reporting. The internship enabled significant development in both technical competencies, such as mastering financial ratios and Excel-based analyses, and interpersonal skills involving communication and teamwork. This experience provided clarity on my professional trajectory within the banking and …

Bridging Cultures And Classrooms: Enhancing Immigrant Student Success Through Differentiated Instruction And Social-Emotional Learning, Adriana Cruz Diaz

Literary and Intercultural Studies | Senior Theses

This thesis explores the challenges faced by immigrant students, particularly newcomers and English-language learners, in the American education system. Through an analysis of differentiated instruction and social-emotional learning (SEL), the paper highlights how tailored educational strategies can address gaps in academic achievement and social-emotional development. Drawing from personal experience as an educator and immigrant, the study emphasizes the critical role of culturally responsive teaching and programs that foster family engagement. Findings from observations and interventions in after-school and summer programs underscore the transformative impact of social-emotional learning competencies such as self-management and growth mindset on student engagement, behavior, and attendance. …

Researching English Teacher Development And Classroom Instruction In Indonesian Madrasahs And Pesantren, Anne-Coleman Webre, Editor, Donald Freeman, Editor, Gloria Romero, Abdul Syahid, Didin Nuruddin Hidayat, Lois Scott-Conley, Martha Epperson, Dedi Irwansyah, Siti Nurul Azkiyah, Atik Yuliyani, Agus Sufyan, Diana Erlina, Rahmah Firthriani, Hanung Triyoko, Faishal Zakaria, Anne Burns, Waliyadin Waliyadin, Nur'aeni Nur'aeni

World Learning Publications

This collection is an account of the research network, and resulting research studies, that were part of the English Language Teacher Training Project, organized by World Learning, a U.S-based non-governmental organization, with funding through the U.S. Embassy’s Regional English Language Office in Jakarta, and with the support of the Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs. The network had a shared research focus—to examine the experiences of English language teachers in Indonesian madrasahs and pesantren in the Project. These teachers were completing National Geographic Learning’s ELTeach Program, a suite of two on-line courses, while also receiving support and coaching from local university-based …

Understanding Provider Perspectives To Strengthen Materal Care In North Dakota: 2025 Non Birthing Facility Provider Survey Report, Juliana Antwi, Andrew Williams

Public Health Faculty Publications

A survey-based snapshot of provider experiences, gaps, and opportunities in prenatal and postpartum care -- informing the path toward better outcomes for facilities and mothers.

How Does The Bangkok Post Transform Press Into News Stories?, Jenjira Jitpaiboon, Jonathan Newton, Passapong Sriprachan

PASAA

No abstract provided.

Unveiling The Distinction Of Near Synonymy : A Corpus-Based Analysis On Attempt, Endeavor, Strive, And Try, Piyapong Laosrirattanachai, Piyanuch Laosrirattanachai

PASAA

No abstract provided.

Coherence In L2 Narrative Paragraphs Through The Lens Of Rhetorical Structure Theory, Suppathat Wuthikhamprapan, Prapatsorn Tiratanti

PASAA

No abstract provided.

A Course In English Language Teaching, Third Edition, Poonyavee Navetra

PASAA

No abstract provided.

The Effects Of Input Modification On L2 Reading Comprehension And Incidental Vocabulary Learning, Weilong Huang, Sarut Supasiraprapa

PASAA

No abstract provided.

Thai Efl Teachersʼ And Studentsʼ Beliefs About Oral Corrective Feedback, Kittiya Phisutthangkoon

PASAA

No abstract provided.

A Study Of The Interplay Of Efl Teachersʼ Professional Development, Job Satisfaction And Teaching Commitment By Considering The Mediating Role Of Their Job Enthusiasm, Tayebeh Nezamdoost Moazez, Farnoush Ahangaran, Aram Pouyan

PASAA

No abstract provided.

Grammatical Constructions Written By Thai Efl Learners In A National Competition Context, Abhinan Wongkittiporn

PASAA

No abstract provided.

How To Remember Names Lesson Plan, Madison Paige Davis

ENGS 15.11: Design and Education

This is an introductory lesson intended for any high school- or college-aged student who wants to learn how to deepen connections with others, whether for personal or professional relationships. Through a combination of lecturettes, discussions, reflection time, and activities/ quizzes, students will learn and apply their knowledge about the benefits, science, history, and strategies of remembering people’s names so that they are able to use names in future conversations. The final activity will be a simulation of real life scenarios where students will have to either remember and use a stranger’s name or practice asking for their name, whether they …

Audience Attention: A Lesson In Confident Public Speaking, Leah F. Stein

ENGS 15.11: Design and Education

We’ve all sat through a speech that lost our attention. This lesson helps students ensure their own isn’t one of them. This lesson serves as an introduction or a supplementary lesson in the art of public speaking. Many people have nerves about public speaking, so this lesson will provide students with tools to grow more confident in public speaking, specifically in keeping their audience engaged. Through discussions, a mini-lecture, and interactive speeches, students explore how rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, and logos) and the concept of identification help build a stronger connection with their audience. The lesson begins with a discussion …

Designing Your Next Read: How Psychology Shapes The Way We Choose Books, Stephanie M. Xu

ENGS 15.11: Design and Education

Designing Your Next Read invites students to explore the psychology behind everyday choices through the familiar act of picking a book. Using the lens of design psychology, the lesson examines why decision-making often feels overwhelming and how small shifts in perception, environment, and heuristics can make choices easier and more enjoyable. Students engage in interactive exercises, including a book-browsing activity, mini-lectures on choice biases, and a “Book Blurb” exercise, to reveal how heuristics such as availability, affect, and familiarity shape responses.

Through guided discussion and reflection, students connect psychological theories like the paradox of choice and decision paralysis to their …