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Exploring The Importance Of Mental Health Education In 5th Grade & Its Impact On Emotional Well-Being, Claudia K. De Jong

Masters Projects

Exploring The Importance of Mental Health Education in 5th Grade & Its Impact on Emotional Well-being

Abstract

Mental health challenges among youth continue to rise, with many mental health disorders emerging before adolescence, highlighting a critical gap in early prevention efforts. This study explores the importance of implementing structured mental health education in 5th grade as a proactive approach to supporting emotional development and reducing long-term behavioral risks. Grounded in research on developmental psychology and social-emotional learning (SEL), this project examines how early intervention can improve emotional regulation, help-seeking behaviors, and overall student well-being during a key transitional period. Using …

Supporting First-Generation Students By Bridging The Social Capital Gap, Bailey A. Pudlowski

Masters Projects

First-generation students are an increasing presence on college campuses. First-generation students are coming to school, with a gap in social capital in comparison to their continuing- generation peers. First-generation students need support and resources to counteract this capital gap. Using self-determination theory (1985) and Astin’s theory of involvement (1984) as drivers to gauge best practices to support first year students. Using those theories, as well as taking first- generation student demographics into account, I created a workshop that has a goal of bridging the social capital gap between first-generation students and their peers. This workshop focuses on having students reflect …

Why Israel Failed To Anticipate The October 7 Attack: A Postmortem Analysis, Emily Helgeson

Honors

This project conducts an autopsy of Israel’s failure to anticipate Hamas’s surprise attack on October 7, 2023. Existing scholarship identifies multiple contributing factors for this intelligence failure, including flawed strategic assumptions (conceptzia), political dysfunction, organizational sexism, and overreliance on surveillance technology. While all these factors may have contributed to the failure, most studies either examine the causal impact of a single factor in isolation or treat multiple factors together as equally impactful. As a result, the literature has yet to identify the primary driver of the October 7 failure. To address this gap, this study adopts a postmortem approach, borrowed …

Sustainability, Culture, And Higher Education: An Autoethnographic Sustainability Comparison Of The Sustainability Initiatives At The University Of Salzburg And Bowling Green State University, Madison Alt

Honors Projects

Human activity is already triggering damaging environmental tipping points (Lenton, 2020), emphasizing the need for sustainability in all aspects of development. Institutes of Higher Education (IHEs) have the power and responsibility to contribute to a more sustainable world (Parr et al., 2022). Bowling Green State University (BGSU) in Ohio, United States, and the Paris Lodron University of Salzburg (PLUS) in Salzburg, Austria are two IHEs with multifaceted sustainability programs. While living and studying at BGSU and PLUS, I used autoethnography, a personal narrative approach, combined with public sustainability information to compare the sustainability initiatives at each university, and determine what …

Building Understanding: Developing A Mental Health Literacy Scale For Teacher Preparation Faculty, Jesse Mossholder

Dissertations, Theses, and Projects

This study aimed to create a valid and reliable Teacher Preparation Faculty Mental Health Literacy Scale. Current literature consistently indicates that traditional undergraduate college students experience high rates of stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout. Teacher preparation programs often lack systematic approaches to supporting student mental health or to preparing faculty to respond effectively. While the literature, resources, and institutional support regarding college student mental health have increased, a significant gap remains in understanding faculty mental health literacy within the context of teacher preparation programs. This mixed-methods sequential exploratory study utilized non-discriminative snowball sampling to recruit preservice educators and teacher preparation …

Decolonizing The Academic Library: Examining The Successful Indigenization Of Ubc And Unm’S Library Services, Emily T. Villars

School of Information Student Research Journal

This article examines decolonization and indigenization initiatives at two academic libraries: the University of British Columbia (UBC) and the University of New Mexico (UNM). It asks how these institutions have implemented indigenization in their libraries and what lessons can inform broader reconciliation work across North America. Through a comparative lens, it analyzes how national and organizational frameworks, such as the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA-FCAB) Truth and Reconciliation Report and Recommendations and the American Indian Library Association’s (AILA) organizational goals, can shape these efforts. The study highlights three core strategies: decolonizing access and classification, transforming library spaces, and expanding …

Hak-Hak Produsen Dalam Hukum Perlindungan Konsumen, Agus Brotosusiio

Jurnal Hukum & Pembangunan

Abstract

Analysis Of Students’ Problem-Solving Errors Based On Newman’S Stages In Group Discussions, Ilfi Nur Diana, Nyamik Rahayu Sesanti, Sri Rahayu

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This study aims to analyze students’ problem-solving errors during group discussions using Newman’s Error Analysis (NEA), while also exploring how social interaction influences error formation. This research addresses a gap in previous studies that predominantly focus on individual error analysis, with limited attention to collaborative learning contexts. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed involving 29 fifth-grade students at SDN Arjowinangun 1, Malang, Indonesia. Data were collected through classroom observations, written tasks, and semi-structured interviews, and analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model, including data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. Data validity was ensured through triangulation and member checking. …

Development Of An Educational Book Based On The Intangible Cultural Heritage Of Dendang Lebah And Silat Pelintau As A Means Of Preserving Tamiang Malay Culture, Saiful Bahri, Rina Purnama Sari, Azrul Rizki

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This study aims to develop an educational book based on the intangible cultural heritage of Dendang Lebah and Silat Pelintau as an effort to preserve Tamiang Malay culture in Aceh Province. The research employed a Research and Development (R&D) approach using the Borg and Gall model. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. The results of the study indicate that the developed educational book, designed as a teaching material to preserve Tamiang Malay culture, was successfully validated. The book received excellent evaluations across all validation aspects. Content expert validation achieved an average score of 91.75%. Validation by design and …

Development Of A Local Wisdom-Based Educational E-Book To Enhance Social Participation Of Students With Special Needs At Sd Negeri 31 Banda Aceh, Fidawati Fidawati, Siti Mayang Sari, Zahraini Zahraini

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

Education for Children with Special Needs (ABK) continues to face persistent challenges, particularly regarding the availability of accessible and contextually appropriate teaching materials, as well as low levels of student social participation. The integration of local wisdom from Acehnese culture through digital media is regarded as an innovative approach to supporting inclusive learning. This study aims to develop and evaluate the feasibility of a local wisdom-based educational e-book designed to enhance the social participation of ABK students at SD Negeri 31 Banda Aceh. A quantitative approach was employed using the Research and Development (R&D) method, following the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, …

Development Of Bestari Eco-Environmental Learning Teaching Materials To Enhance Critical Thinking Skills Among Fifth-Grade Students On The Topic Of “My Earth”, Mayna Aryunita, Siti Mayang Sari, Mhd. Syafii

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This research aims to develop contextual teaching materials based on the "BESTARI" eco-environment framework to enhance the critical thinking skills of 5th-grade students on the topic "My Earth." Utilizing the Research and Development (R&D) method with the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation), the study was conducted at SD Negeri 4 Aceh Tengah. Data collection involved expert validation, practicality questionnaires, and pretest-posttest instruments. Results indicate that the materials achieved a "Very Valid" status (90.6%) and "Very Practical" status (92.3%). Effectiveness tests demonstrated a significant improvement in critical thinking, with a student mastery rate of 88.7%. This study implies …

Carrying The Call: A Literature Review On Pastoral Burnout, Nisaa Robinson

College of Arts and Cultural Studies

This literature review examines theory and practice related to the leadership challenge of burnout among Black full-time pastors serving mid—sized urban churches in the Midwestern United States. Utilizing 21 sources across peer—reviewed, professional, popular, and action—network literature, the review applies pragmatic and interpretive research philosophies to evaluate contributing and mitigating factors, conceptual frameworks, validated assessments, and leadership practice implications. The review synthesizes foundational literature, clergy—specific extensions, and culturally responsive scholarship to identify evidence—based insights. Significant gaps in culturally specific, regionally disaggregated research are identified, with implications for future inquiry and organizational leadership practice.

Creating An Enabling Environment For Digital Learners In Higher Education In Uganda, Patricia Isabirye, Mary-Anne Isabirye

Howard University Journal of African Studies (HUJAS)

The COVID-19 pandemic severely disrupted learning in various institutions in Uganda, which saw the temporary closure of tertiary institutions and the adoption of digital learning, which posed access challenges especially for under-privileged groups. Uninterrupted learning was hampered in various forms for university students due to the lack of affordable digital tools for majority of these learners, inadequate digital facilities within tertiary institutions, and the temporary halt of contact classes by the government. The article explores challenges and opportunities experienced because of the digital approach to learning in Uganda, and proposes user-friendly but affordable solutions to digital literacy, while promoting equitable …

Africa’S Digital Knowledge Economy: Building And Boosting Access To Quality Research From Africa, Hyeladzirra Banu

Howard University Journal of African Studies (HUJAS)

Africa has built its knowledge economy since the rise of its ancient civilizations. The turn of the new millennium marked the rise of Africa’s digital knowledge economy, as it did for the rest of the world. This article analyses Africa’s knowledge systems, linking the foundational sources of original research to ancient knowledge systems and tracing these systems into the current digital era within which the article locates Africa’s knowledge economy. What are the epistemological and ontological bases of African knowledge systems, and how do they relate to Africa’s modern digital knowledge economy? This study has two parts: The first traces …

From Tradition To Transition: Evaluating Culinary Medicine As A Tool For Metabolic Health Among Nigerian Immigrants In The United States And The United Kingdom, Simi Oduwole M.S.

Department of Nutrition Student Projects

This scoping review examines existing publications to evaluate whether Culinary Medicine can be used as a tool for metabolic health among Nigerian immigrants in the United States and the United Kingdom. Nigeria is one of the fastest-growing populations globally, with increasing migration to high-income countries such as the United States and the United Kingdom. Evidence suggests that Nigerian immigrants experience a rise in diet-related chronic diseases, including obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, as duration of residence increases. This phenomenon is often attributed to dietary acculturation and shifts toward Westernized eating patterns. This scoping review evaluates whether culinary medicine can mitigate …

Adaptation Of Digital Environment For African Postgraduate Training And Research-Capacity-Strengthening Networks, Florah Karimi, Beatrice Muganda

Howard University Journal of African Studies (HUJAS)

This article focuses on the experiences of two established postgraduate training and research-capacity-strengthening networks in Africa that sought to remain resilient during the pandemic period through their engagement in the digital environment. These networks are the Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) and the Partnership for African Social and Governance Research (PASGR). The article seeks to examine how the digital environment featured in postgraduate training and research-capacity-strengthening initiatives prior to the pandemic, how the two networks’ programs adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic constraints, and how these adaptations are being carried over to the post-COVID-19 period. Through CARTA and …

Author Biographies, Mohamed Saliou Camara

Howard University Journal of African Studies (HUJAS)

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Development Of Resources To Support Independence In And Access To Nature-Based Activities, Riley Carpender

Capstone Projects

This capstone paper discusses the need for resources that support independence in and access to nature-based activities that support health and wellbeing. Occupational therapists (OTs) have expertise in recommending and implementing adaptations to increase individuals’ engagement in nature-based activities. There is currently a gap in the literature regarding access to nature-based activities, and a lack of understanding of how these activities may be implemented, either by caregivers, educators or healthcare professionals. During my capstone I created a guide with modifications for gardening activities for children, wrote an article on how to adapt nature journaling to be more accessible, coded and …

Parents' Experiences And Reported Outcomes Of Family-Centred Care: A Qualitative Systematic Review, Cansel Kocakabak, Agnes Van Den Hoogen, Melissa Rothfus, Marsha Campbell-Yeo, Aurelia Abenstein, Anna Axelin, Patricia Schofield, Jos M. Latour

School of Nursing and Midwifery

Introduction: Having an infant admitted to neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) is a distressing experience for parents. Family-centred care (FCC) has been shown to improve outcomes for both infants and parents. However, there is inconsistency in reporting outcomes in FCC studies. The aim of this qualitative systematic review is to synthesise the experiences of parents related to FCC and to identify outcomes derived from these experiences to inform a Core Outcome Set (COS) for FCC in neonatal research and practice. Methods: This review included qualitative studies exploring parental experiences of FCC in NICUs. Databases searched were MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, Cochrane …

Customer Lifetime Value (Clv): A Qualitative Study From India On How Satisfaction, Relationships, Loyalty And Wom (Word-Of-Mouth) Shape Clv, Sharmistha Bhattacharyya, Mrinmoy Kumar Sarma

Markets, Globalization & Development Review

The study aims to assess the impact of non-financial measures like satisfaction, relationship-related driver, loyalty and word-of-mouth on the lifetime value of customers of small retail businesses. This work is targeted to develop a conceptual phenomenon on the impact of these drivers on customer lifetime value from the viewpoint of owners of the entities. 30 in-depth interviews are conducted. The interviews are analysed following the six-step thematic analysis method. The analysis reveals significant influence of all the four factors. It is found that the participants have their own ways of maintaining these drivers for an enhanced lifetime value. The study …

Curbing School Interruption During The Initiation Period: The Role Of School Governing Bodies In Mpumalanga Province, South Africa

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This study investigates the persistent disruption of schooling caused by traditional male initiation practices in Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga Province, and critically examines the role of School Governing Bodies (SGBs) in mitigating such interruptions. Initiation rites, often extending beyond official school holidays, result in prolonged learner absenteeism and have significant consequences for academic performance, particularly in rural communities with limited remedial support. Using a qualitative research design, data were collected through semi -structured, in -depth interviews with twelve purposively selected participants, including parents, principals, and teachers. Thematic analysis revealed key concerns such as compromised learner performance, misalignment between cultural practices and schooling …

The Impact Of Training And Career Development On Employee Performance, With Job Satisfaction As A Moderating Variable In The Yemeni Universities

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This study investigates the impact of training and career development on employee performance in Yemeni universities, with work satisfaction serving as a moderating variable. The major goal is to determine how training programs and career development effor ts might improve employee performance and organizational effectiveness in higher education settings, particularly in light of Yemen's budget restrictions. The study uses Human Capital Theory and Social Cognitive Theory to investigate how skill development, career advancement, and job satisfaction interact to create a motivated and efficient workforce. The primary findings show that training considerably improves employees' abilities, whereas career development increases loyalty and …

Implementation Of Learner-Accommodating Learning: The Impact Of Inclusion Implementation In Primary Schools

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This study aims to examine the implementation of inclusive practices at SD Muhammadiyah PK Baturan, and analyze its impact on creating a welcoming learning environment for all students, particularly in terms of improving academic achievement, social and em otional development, and changing teacher attitudes. Data were collected through interviews with teachers and parents, classroom observation, and analysis of documents related to the inclusion program, and then analyzed thematically. The results showed that the implementation of inclusive practices had a significant positive impact. Students' academic achievement improved, as indicated by an increase in average test scores and student activeness in learning. …

Coping Strategies To Reduce English Speaking Anxiety Problems

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

Speaking anxiety in English remains a significant barrier to effective communication among language learners, particularly in academic settings. This qualitative phenomenological study explores the lived experiences of Andrew (a pseudonym), a university professor who experienced intense English speaking anxiety during his undergraduate years. Through in -depth interviews, the study investigates the coping strategies he employed and how these contributed to his eventual communicative competence. The findings reveal five key strategies used to manage his anxiety: participation in a community development camp (social support), self -reflection and mental imitation (cognitive strategy), recitation of religious texts (spiritual grounding), physical adjustment during presentations …

Development Of Jeungki Media As An Educational Tool For Aud Student Games Based On Aceh Culture To Increase Student Apt

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This research aims to develop jeungki media as a game educational tool for AUD students to increase student APT at SPS TGK DIKUTA. The development method used is Research and Development (R&D), namely using the ADDIE model to produce certain products and test the effectiveness of these products. This research involved 15 SPS TGK DIKUTA students. The research instruments used were validation questionnaires and observation sheets. Analysis techniques are used to determine the suitability of the jeungki media being assessed. The results of the research show that the jeungki media as a game educational tool for AUD students developed has …

Language Barrier And Its Impacts On Motivation And Academic Achievement Among International Students At Universitas Indonesia

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

Language barriers significantly impact the academic achievement and motivation of international students at Universitas Indonesia, where Bahasa Indonesia is the primary medium of instruction. This study explores how linguistic challenges affect students' ability to engage in coursework, participate in discussions, and integrate into academic and social life. A quantitative research approach was employed, using a Google Form-based questionnaire distributed to international students, yielding 72 responses. Descriptive statistical analysis revealed that over 90% of students faced challenges in academic writing, lecture comprehension, and subject-specific terminology, leading to reduced confidence and lower academic performance. Additionally, over 80% of students reported that language …

Increase Ability Read Student Through Reading Method Pair On Learning Language Indonesia In Class Iii Sdn 40 Sungai Raya, Hayani Hayani, Mohammad Yusuf Randy

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

The low level of basic literacy at the elementary school level requires intervention with innovative and interactive learning methods. This study aims to improve the reading skills of third grade students at SDN 40 Sungai Raya through the application of the paired reading method. The type of research used is Classroom Action Research (CAR) with the Kemmis and McTaggart model which was implemented in three cycles. The research subjects consisted of 20 students. Data collection instruments included a reading aloud test (focusing on accuracy, speed, and intonation) and a reading comprehension test. The results showed a significant increase in each …

Pengembangan Paket Pembelajaran Dasar-Dasar Peternakan, Sri Suryaningsih

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

Tujuan penelitian pengembangan ini adalah untuk menghasilkan paket pembelajaran dasardasar peternakan yang sesuai dengan karakteristik siswa dan mata pelajaran tersebut dan menguji tingkat kelayakan paket pembelajaran yang dihasilkan. Pengembangan paket pembelajaran menggunakan model Dick, Carey & Carey (2001). Hasil penilaian produk paket pembelajaran dasar-dasar peternakan ini termasuk dalam kualifikasi sangat layak dan valid, sehingga dapat dipakai sebagai bahan ajar di lingkungan SPP-SPMA Provinsi Kalimantan Barat. Produk pengembangan yang dihasilkan mempunyai ciri khas yang membedakan dengan produk lain, diantaranya menggunakan model pengembangan paket pembelajaran Dick, Carey & Carey, perwajahan dirancang secara menarik, materi dilengkapi foto, disusun secara terorganisasi, disajikan lebih dinamis …

Tindak Immediacy Guru Dalam Pembelajaran Di Sekolah Dasar, Ahsan R. Junaidi

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

Fokus penelitian ini adalah: (1) bagaimana manifestasi tindak immediacy guru di sekolah dasar dalam konteks meningkatkan keterlibatan emosional siswa dalam berbagai situasi pembelajaran; (2) bagaimana motif tindak immediacy guru dalam pembelajaran di sekolah dasar. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan mengikuti tradisi penelitian phenomenology. Pengumpulan data melalui observasi dan wawancara mendalam. Sumber data penelitian adalah lima orang guru dan dua belas siswa. Analisis data kualitatif merujuk pada empat tahap analisis data pada interpretative phenomenological analysis. Penelitian ini menemukan bahwa tindak immediacy guru di SD dimanifestasikan dalam lima tindakan, yaitu (1) memberi penghargaan, (2) memberi sentuhan, (3) membantu siswa, (4) sikap …

Dnp Final Report: Can Implementing A Mindfulness-Based Program Help Reduce Stress In Nursing Students?, Shelby Devreeze Msn, Rn, Cpn, Cne-Cl

DNP Final Reports

Stress among nursing students is a well-documented problem that contributes to physical, mental, and emotional issues, substance abuse, and program dropout. A mindfulness-based stress reduction program was implemented with nursing students to evaluate its impact on perceived stress levels over a five-week period. A review of evidence-based articles provides strong evidence that this intervention correlates with reduced reported stress. An MBSRP was implemented with nursing students who completed a Perceived Stress Scale 10 (PSS-10) before the intervention and again after five weeks.

Results from this project showed a statistically significant reduction (t=2.725, p=0.025) in stress among the nursing student population …