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From Field To Marketplace: Nil, Identity Dynamics, And Well-Being Among College Athletes, Kathryn Heinze, Landy D. Lu, Hairou Ren, Sara Soderstom Mar 2026

From Field To Marketplace: Nil, Identity Dynamics, And Well-Being Among College Athletes, Kathryn Heinze, Landy D. Lu, Hairou Ren, Sara Soderstom

Journal of Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics

The rapid expansion of name, image, and likeness (NIL) opportunities has reshaped the U.S. college sport landscape, yet limited research has examined how NIL engagement affects athlete identity and well-being. This study investigates the relationships among NIL engagement, identity salience, and stress. Survey data were collected from 351 Division I athletes across four major conferences. Regression analyses indicated that greater NIL commitment was associated with heightened athlete identity salience and increased NIL-related stress. NIL satisfaction emerged as a protective factor, predicting lower stress, whereas perceptions of fairness were not significantly related to stress. Brief open-ended survey responses provided explanatory context, …

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Walang Plano? Walang Pera? Walang Problema!: How Effectuation Drives Msmes To Flourish, Ronin Clay L. Ong-Iko, Ranz Johann Yang Mendoza, Rhoniel D. Mitra, Jehu I. Caones, Miguel Ethan Amiel P. Catipon, Generie Montero Manuel Mar 2026

Walang Plano? Walang Pera? Walang Problema!: How Effectuation Drives Msmes To Flourish, Ronin Clay L. Ong-Iko, Ranz Johann Yang Mendoza, Rhoniel D. Mitra, Jehu I. Caones, Miguel Ethan Amiel P. Catipon, Generie Montero Manuel

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Globalization has significantly impacted economies worldwide, presenting both business opportunities and challenges. In the Philippines, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are vital economic drivers. However, despite their importance, MSMEs often face systemic barriers such as limited capital, restricted market access, and insufficient institutional support. This study, grounded in Sarasvathy’s Effectuation Theory—which emphasizes leveraging existing means, minimizing risks, forming partnerships, and embracing uncertainty—investigates how Filipino micro-entrepreneurs navigate decision-making under resource constraints. Unlike traditional predictive models, effectuation is more suited to uncertain environments. This research examines Filipino entrepreneurial experiences that would validate the application of effectuation principles in the Philippine context …

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Sustainability Accounting Teaching Practices Of Accountancy Instructors: An In-Depth Case Study Of A Private Institution In Pasay City, Shawn Alexander G. Distor, Jennifer Claire L. Li, Juliah Christine O. Salcedo Mar 2026

Sustainability Accounting Teaching Practices Of Accountancy Instructors: An In-Depth Case Study Of A Private Institution In Pasay City, Shawn Alexander G. Distor, Jennifer Claire L. Li, Juliah Christine O. Salcedo

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Sustainability Accounting (SA) is at the forefront of modern financial discourse with connection to the Sustainable Development Goals 4, 8, and 12. In the Philippines, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has mandated that publicly listed companies include sustainability reporting in their disclosures. As future frontrunners of the profession, upcoming accountants (UA) must possess a comprehensive understanding of SA to effectively adapt to its emerging global prominence. This in-depth case study explores teaching practices of selected accounting instructors (AIs) in Pasay City. Guided by the Interdisciplinary Learning Environment framework, the study used semi-structured interviews and content analysis of instructional materials …

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Customer Satisfaction On Self-Ordering Kiosk, Shanlyn D. Licpaen, Rochelle T. Dinayugan, Melgien S. Saspa, Sharla Angeline M. Ababulon, John Ethaniel C. Arnaiz Mar 2026

Customer Satisfaction On Self-Ordering Kiosk, Shanlyn D. Licpaen, Rochelle T. Dinayugan, Melgien S. Saspa, Sharla Angeline M. Ababulon, John Ethaniel C. Arnaiz

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

This study investigated the impact of self-ordering kiosks on customers' satisfaction in two fast-food chains in Baguio City, focusing on three aspects: user-friendliness, screen design, and technical issues. Technologies like self-ordering kiosks are becoming more popular than the previous years. Thus, restaurants are implementing them to improve restaurant operations and service. Self-ordering kiosks have a large touchscreen that allows customers to place orders, customize, and pay for their meals with minimal or no employee involvement. A descriptive research design was employed, and data were gathered from 473 customers using survey questionnaires. The data gathered is analyzed using the weighted mean …

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Evaluating The Effectiveness Of A Solar-Powered Arduino Real-Time Transmitter In Measuring Moisture, Temperature, And Environmental Ph Levels In Soil, Jacy Danielle I. Gonzales, Jamiela Anne T. Trinio, Mary Terly Ann Angustia, Eve Christlene C. Calma, Michelle H. Dote Mar 2026

Evaluating The Effectiveness Of A Solar-Powered Arduino Real-Time Transmitter In Measuring Moisture, Temperature, And Environmental Ph Levels In Soil, Jacy Danielle I. Gonzales, Jamiela Anne T. Trinio, Mary Terly Ann Angustia, Eve Christlene C. Calma, Michelle H. Dote

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

In the past decade, the effects of climate change have served as a threat to crop production, thereby affecting the livelihood of farmers. As a result, monitoring soil conditions has become increasingly crucial in agricultural fields. Traditional methods, while considered reliable, often have issues regarding accuracy and efficiency. Hence, various technological innovations have emerged over the years to assist in the aforementioned tasks. However, while existing studies have supported the reliability of technology, they have also highlighted its limitations, particularly in terms of cost-effectiveness. Therefore, this study proposed the application of the Solar-Powered Arduino Real-Time Transmitter (SPARTT) in agricultural settings. …

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Plastilapia: Potential Of Tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus) Scales For Creating Bioplastics, Rain Andrea Q. Matilde, Kathlene Ann R. Aspiras-Lorenzo Mar 2026

Plastilapia: Potential Of Tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus) Scales For Creating Bioplastics, Rain Andrea Q. Matilde, Kathlene Ann R. Aspiras-Lorenzo

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Plastic waste is a global problem affecting General Santos City (GenSan). Though brown paper bags are alternatives, they tear easily and may cause deforestation. South Cotabato, including GenSan, produces large amounts of tilapia. Their discarded scales contain collagen that can be used to create sustainable biopolymers. This study explores the potential of tilapia scales for creating bioplastics, focusing on tensile strength and biodegradability as eco-friendly alternatives to plastics. For this study, one kilogram of raw tilapia fish scales was used. The scales were cleaned, oven-dried at 60°C for three hours, ground, and soaked in a 0.1N sodium hydroxide solution for …

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Pinenergy: A Sustainable Bio-Piezoelectric Generator From Queen Pineapple Crown Leaves (Ananas Comosus [Linn.] Merr.) For Energy Generation, Harvesting, And Conversion, Angelyzha Julienne V. Carpio, Rhionna Marie Marcelo Mayor, Mark Cyril C. Brazil, Phebe P. Mendoza Mar 2026

Pinenergy: A Sustainable Bio-Piezoelectric Generator From Queen Pineapple Crown Leaves (Ananas Comosus [Linn.] Merr.) For Energy Generation, Harvesting, And Conversion, Angelyzha Julienne V. Carpio, Rhionna Marie Marcelo Mayor, Mark Cyril C. Brazil, Phebe P. Mendoza

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Energy is one of the necessities in life. The Philippines has abundant energy resources; however, as the energy demand increases, energy reserves are diminishing faster than they can be replenished, and alternatives remain underutilized due to cost and ethical challenges, resulting in a shortage in energy production. To combat this, bio-piezoelectricity, which transforms mechanical forces into electrical energy through an organic material, offers a secure substitute for current energy resources. This study aims to determine the efficacy of queen pineapple crown leaves (QPCL) as a bio-piezoelectric generator in energy generation, harvesting, and conversion efficiency. The leaves served as the primary …

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Discrepancy Of Task Allocation With Job Description In Connection To Key Performance Indicators (Kpis) Of A Selected Cooperative In Valenzuela City, Rhenjie Jusoy, Lowella Grace Ibañez, Sarah S. Molina Mar 2026

Discrepancy Of Task Allocation With Job Description In Connection To Key Performance Indicators (Kpis) Of A Selected Cooperative In Valenzuela City, Rhenjie Jusoy, Lowella Grace Ibañez, Sarah S. Molina

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Task allocation discrepancy in employees job description has become a critical concern in modern workplaces, particularly when it is linked in the management’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). In response to that, this study explored how employees perceive the effects of the occurrence of task allocation discrepancy on workplace productivity as this aimed to explore the reasons and the effects behind these occurring issues in order to address these gaps and generate solutions, by focusing on key themes such as adaptability, workplace acknowledgment, skill development opportunities, and work motivation. Through the use of phenomenological research design, the study employed open-ended surveys …

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Urbancycle, Yeoj Fidel M. De Vera, Ethan Cade A. Saquilabon, Mark Angelo M. Aristorenas, Kyle Nathan M. Marzo Mar 2026

Urbancycle, Yeoj Fidel M. De Vera, Ethan Cade A. Saquilabon, Mark Angelo M. Aristorenas, Kyle Nathan M. Marzo

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Founded in 2024, UrbanCycle is a student-led business that aims at sustainability through the upcycling of discarded denim into practical, stylish, and multi-functional tote bags. It is a sole proprietorship for hassle-free registration with Angelo Aristorenas as its owner, assisted by managers who are in product development and design, marketing, finance, and customer relations. With big-name and local brands as its competition in the bag industry, the brand makes its edge by standing out with its ‘every bag is unique’ concept and its strong commitment to sustainability. Its marketing strategy, especially on TikTok, has received massive engagement, wherein one post …

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Physicochemical Properties Of Squash (Cucurbita Maxima L.) Seeds For Biodiesel Production, Frances Sofia A. Maddela, Lea Rose P. Inoval, Keightleen Faye L. Nicolas, Randolph M. Rosales, Hanz Hilary Villareal, June Ray O. Filler Mar 2026

Physicochemical Properties Of Squash (Cucurbita Maxima L.) Seeds For Biodiesel Production, Frances Sofia A. Maddela, Lea Rose P. Inoval, Keightleen Faye L. Nicolas, Randolph M. Rosales, Hanz Hilary Villareal, June Ray O. Filler

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

This study explores the potential of squash (Cucurbita maxima L.) seeds, an underutilized agricultural waste product, as a feedstock for biodiesel production. The resulting biodiesel was compared to a conventional biodiesel from waste soya bean cooking oil, focusing on the parameters of kinematic viscosity and flashpoint. A 1:10 (w/v) sample-to-solvent ratio was utilized through Soxhlet extraction, followed by rotary evaporation to maximize oil extraction. Subsequently, acid-base titration determines the oil’s Free Fatty Acid (FFA) content to be 2.08%, indicating its suitability for base-catalyzed transesterification. A stoichiometric minimum oil-to-methanol ratio of 1:3 and 1% w/w sodium methoxide as the catalyst were …

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Paper From Food Waste: Replacing Protective Packaging In Online Shopping With Allium Sativum (Garlic) Peels, Sakura C. Alangui, Rachelle D. Dangilan, Sophia A. Nolasco, Angelina P. Ruebe, Ariston F. Zaparita, Illuminada S. Menzi Mar 2026

Paper From Food Waste: Replacing Protective Packaging In Online Shopping With Allium Sativum (Garlic) Peels, Sakura C. Alangui, Rachelle D. Dangilan, Sophia A. Nolasco, Angelina P. Ruebe, Ariston F. Zaparita, Illuminada S. Menzi

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

The environmental impact of plastic packaging is a growing global concern, with the rise of online shopping and its dependence on single-use plastics like bubble wrap. This study examines the potential of Allium sativum (garlic) peels as a sustainable protective packaging material, evaluating their durability, biodegradability, and acceptability in comparison to conventional bubble wrap. Specimens of garlic paper and bubble wrap were then tested under different parameters. Under durability, the results showed that garlic peel paper had a mean tensile strength of 416.80 N/m, comparable to bubble wrap at 453.90 N/m, with no significant difference in tensile strength. In terms …

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Optimizing Sea Grapes (Caulerpa Lentillifera) Extract Concentration For Maximum Larval Mortality, Bench Russel D. Caol-Olan, Nicole Shane D. Sabaldan, Jullian Jake D. Labastida, Steffany C. Illagan, Herlynne C. Mallari, Raven Pauline A. Ebuen, Jairra Lysandra M. Atun, Deness Patricia Lauress P. Turla, Dana Kriesha E. Prudente, Christian Dale Luis F. Valenzuela, June Ray O. Filler Mar 2026

Optimizing Sea Grapes (Caulerpa Lentillifera) Extract Concentration For Maximum Larval Mortality, Bench Russel D. Caol-Olan, Nicole Shane D. Sabaldan, Jullian Jake D. Labastida, Steffany C. Illagan, Herlynne C. Mallari, Raven Pauline A. Ebuen, Jairra Lysandra M. Atun, Deness Patricia Lauress P. Turla, Dana Kriesha E. Prudente, Christian Dale Luis F. Valenzuela, June Ray O. Filler

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

This research investigates the larvicidal potential of Caulerpa lentillifera, commonly known as sea grapes. Specifically, it aims to determine whether 0%, 10%, 20%, or 30% concentrations of C. lentillifera extract can significantly increase mosquito larval mortality after four hours of exposure. The experiment followed standardized guidelines established by the World Health Organization (WHO), and larval mortality was calculated using Abbott’s formula. This research investigates the larvicidal potential of C. lentillifera, commonly known as lato sea grapes. Specifically, it aims to determine whether 0%, 10%, 20%, or 30% concentrations of C. lentillifera extract can significantly increase mosquito larval mortality after four …

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Self-Reflexive Vs. Engaged Senior High School Students Of Adamson University: Levels Of Social Consciousness And The Intensity Of Relational Aggression Towards Brand Boycotting, Savannah Nicole S. Granado, Anne Lizette C. Rago, John Ren L. Elamparo, Eunyce Jezreel M. Delos Reyes, Angeline L. Evangelista, Lara Julianne M. Rodenas, Lizethe Zabdiel B. Rosario, Amiella S. Fabriaga, Rael Adrian L. Alvarez, Lorenzo Matteo M. Caballa, Jasmin Faith F. Dumalanta, Shelyn Cornel B. Mijares, John Gabriel L. Cabia-An Mar 2026

Self-Reflexive Vs. Engaged Senior High School Students Of Adamson University: Levels Of Social Consciousness And The Intensity Of Relational Aggression Towards Brand Boycotting, Savannah Nicole S. Granado, Anne Lizette C. Rago, John Ren L. Elamparo, Eunyce Jezreel M. Delos Reyes, Angeline L. Evangelista, Lara Julianne M. Rodenas, Lizethe Zabdiel B. Rosario, Amiella S. Fabriaga, Rael Adrian L. Alvarez, Lorenzo Matteo M. Caballa, Jasmin Faith F. Dumalanta, Shelyn Cornel B. Mijares, John Gabriel L. Cabia-An

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

Brand boycotting is a form of non-violent protest that refers to people refraining from buying a product from a brand that does not align with their morals and values. There is still a significant gap in the level of social consciousness and the intensity of relational aggression of Senior High School Students in Adamson University and its correlation, to which this study aims. The study used a correlational design to assess the relationship between the two variables without manipulating it, wherein the results indicated that the respondents have low self-reflexivity and are moderately disengaged. However, the respondents slightly lean towards …

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Effects Of Subliminal Advertising As Emotional Marketing Used By Coffee Shops To The Consumer Behavior Of Students From De La Salle University, Ivymae Joy A. Macatiag, Lia Amor V. Dait, Antoine Li Nikolai L. Soliman Mar 2026

Effects Of Subliminal Advertising As Emotional Marketing Used By Coffee Shops To The Consumer Behavior Of Students From De La Salle University, Ivymae Joy A. Macatiag, Lia Amor V. Dait, Antoine Li Nikolai L. Soliman

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

This study analyzes the influence of subliminal advertising as a form of emotional marketing on the consumer behavior of students from De La Salle University. It examines how subtle, subconscious advertising techniques used by coffee shops can affect purchasing decisions and emotional connections with brands. The research aims to: (1) analyze the effects of subliminal advertisement on consumer behavior, (2) examine their emotional impact on students aged 18–24, and (3) identify which emotions are most effective in promoting customer engagement and repurchasing. Using a quantitative method, data was gathered through a survey. Findings reveal that among emotions such as love, …

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Tochi, Julia Mae B. Angeles, Luigi Trevor L. Lui, Princess Bianca T. Sy, Jacques Philippe G.N. Tang, Roderick Pangindian Mar 2026

Tochi, Julia Mae B. Angeles, Luigi Trevor L. Lui, Princess Bianca T. Sy, Jacques Philippe G.N. Tang, Roderick Pangindian

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress Conference Proceedings

TOCHI was founded to provide comfort and care to people seeking everyday relief and relaxation. With this in mind, the company created a hand pillow that serves as a solution to many issues and pains people face daily. May these are cramps, body pain, or lack of relaxation, the product’s heating and cooling aspect, as well as its therapeutic aroma greatly assists in relief. The team behind TOCHI includes Bianca Sy, Julia Angeles, Jacques Tang, and Luigi Lui, serving as the Resource Manager, Marketing Manager, Operations Manager, and Finance Manager respectively. By January 27, 2025, the company had been registered …

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Clinicians’ Perceived Preparedness To Support Clients Who Have Co-Occurring Disorders, Jessica A. Love Jordan, Joseph Day Mar 2026

Clinicians’ Perceived Preparedness To Support Clients Who Have Co-Occurring Disorders, Jessica A. Love Jordan, Joseph Day

Journal of Applied Disciplines

Co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders are prevalent, yet many clinicians feel underprepared to provide integrated care for this population. This study explores the factors influencing clinicians' perceived preparedness and objective knowledge in treating clients with co-occurring disorders. Data were collected from 131 clinicians using the CODECAT EZ 2.0 and TIP ZIP assessments to evaluate their competence in co-occurring disorders treatment. Results indicate that while participants held positive attitudes toward integrated care, their practical knowledge and skills were often rated as average or below. Education, clinical experience, and continuing education were found to significantly influence both perceived preparedness and …

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The Classroom Assessment Self-Efficacy Survey For Preservice Teachers: A Validation Study, Yiyun Fan, Timothy Folger, Connor Sondergeld, Toni A. May, Gregory E. Stone Mar 2026

The Classroom Assessment Self-Efficacy Survey For Preservice Teachers: A Validation Study, Yiyun Fan, Timothy Folger, Connor Sondergeld, Toni A. May, Gregory E. Stone

Mid-Western Educational Researcher

Preservice teachers often lack confidence in classroom assessment, highlighting the need for robust tools to measure assessment self-efficacy. The Classroom Assessment Self-Efficacy Survey (CASES) was designed to address this need. It comprises 24 items across two subscales: Evaluating Others’ Confidence (EOC) and Personal Performance Confidence (PPC). This study examined the psychometric properties of CASES using 223 responses from preservice teachers. Rasch modeling and other statistical techniques were applied to evaluate validity evidence based on response processes, internal structure, and relations to other variables. Results showed that CASES functioned as intended. Rating scale use was consistent with expectations, and reliability and …

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Project Create: State-Wide Partnership For Producing Highly Qualified Special Education Teachers, Joe P. Sutton, Holly A. Pae, Shirley C. Bausmith, Dava M. O'Connor, Susan D. Rurant Mar 2026

Project Create: State-Wide Partnership For Producing Highly Qualified Special Education Teachers, Joe P. Sutton, Holly A. Pae, Shirley C. Bausmith, Dava M. O'Connor, Susan D. Rurant

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

The highly qualified teacher mandate introduced under the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 exacerbated the already well-documented shortage of special educators nationwide. With almost 40% of its special education teachers holding emergency/provisional licenses at the time, South Carolina faced a great challenge in meeting new accreditation requirements. This article examines how Project CREATE (Centers for the Re-education and Advancement of Teachers in special Education), a personnel preparation initiative funded by the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE), refortified the State’s special education teacher force. Project success attributed chiefly to collaboration among SCDE, local education agencies, and institutions of …

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Professional Development And American History Textbooks: A Case Study From Teachers' Perspective, Farzana Sultana, Robert Petrulis Mar 2026

Professional Development And American History Textbooks: A Case Study From Teachers' Perspective, Farzana Sultana, Robert Petrulis

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

This study investigates the influence of teachers' involvement in a grant-funded American history professional development process in their use of American history textbooks and other resources in their classrooms at primary and secondary school level. As a part of classroom observations in one school district, participant teachers were observed regarding the conduct of their history classes. Focus group interviews were conducted to collect in-depth qualitative data on their views regarding the usefulness of a range of teaching resources. The results suggest that participation in professional development classes had changed the types of resources the teachers used and the ways in …

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Classroom Climate And Teacher Effectiveness: A Study Of Second-Grade Classrooms, Nancy Ratcliff, Cathy Jones, Emma Savage-Davis, Heather Sheehan, Gilbert Hunt Mar 2026

Classroom Climate And Teacher Effectiveness: A Study Of Second-Grade Classrooms, Nancy Ratcliff, Cathy Jones, Emma Savage-Davis, Heather Sheehan, Gilbert Hunt

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

This paper investigates the differences that exist between the climates in second-grade classrooms where teachers are perceived as needs improvement by their principals and in classrooms where teachers are perceived as strong by the same principals. Based on a comparative research design with quantitative analysis conducted during the fall semester of the 2008 school year, the study finds significant differences in classroom management, teacher and student interactions, questioning, and student time- on-task. Research findings provide implications to help improve both pre-service and in-service training of elementary school teachers.

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Early Childhood Pre-Service Teachers' Perceptions Of Scientists At Work, Tenisha L. Powell, Susan Green Mar 2026

Early Childhood Pre-Service Teachers' Perceptions Of Scientists At Work, Tenisha L. Powell, Susan Green

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

Early childhood teachers play a vital role in creating young children’s perceptions about science and scientists. Stereotypical perceptions of scientists and science may be detrimental to young children because these beliefs limit the possibility that science is accessible to all. To assist children in broadening their thinking about science, teachers must first gain knowledge about their own beliefs and perceptions. Several researchers have found that "teachers tend to teach in the same ways in which they were taught when they were students" (Finson, Thomas & Pedersen, 2006). In this study, 33 early childhood pre-service teachers were asked to "draw a …

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A Pilot Study: Capturing Online Dispositions And Summative Evaluation Of Educational Field Experiences, Michael H. Murphy, Gina Barton, Judith Neufeld Mar 2026

A Pilot Study: Capturing Online Dispositions And Summative Evaluation Of Educational Field Experiences, Michael H. Murphy, Gina Barton, Judith Neufeld

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

In 2009 the Department of Teacher Education at Lander University created a small collaborative assessment team to construct an online evaluation tool for their clinical candidates. The primary intent of the team was twofold. First, the team needed to create a single tool that reflected the Department of Teacher Education’s conceptual framework and that could capture data from teacher candidates, host cooperating teachers, and university supervisors, (stakeholders) in both the field and clinical experiences. Second, the team needed to create a database that would store candidates’ clinical data in a way that was easy to manipulate and aggregate in order …

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How To Use Second Life® As A Teaching Strategy For Sexual Health Education, Fredanna A.D. M'Cormack, David P. Aguilar, John F. Yannessa, Chandrika F. Johnson Mar 2026

How To Use Second Life® As A Teaching Strategy For Sexual Health Education, Fredanna A.D. M'Cormack, David P. Aguilar, John F. Yannessa, Chandrika F. Johnson

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

The multi-user virtual environment (MUVE), known as Second Life (SL™) has been used extensively for educational purposes. Yet less studied are applications of this environment to health education topics. Equally lacking are clear instructions to guide the educator in both establishing this useful learning environment, and an application of the environment to educational topics that can be difficult to discuss face to face. The objectives for this manuscript include the development of an understanding of the technical parameters necessary to use Second Life, and methods to apply sexual health education content within the Second Life virtual world. The target audience …

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Foreign Language-Immersion Education In South Carolina: Prospects, Kara D. Brown, Xiaohui Wu, Sarahi Paz Mar 2026

Foreign Language-Immersion Education In South Carolina: Prospects, Kara D. Brown, Xiaohui Wu, Sarahi Paz

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

This article examines the development of foreign language immersion education in South Carolina schools, highlights some of the educational challenges involved in foreign language immersion, and concludes with prospects for foreign-language immersion policy and practice in the state.

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Listening To Practicing School Principals: Re-Designing Principal Internships, Linda Anast-May, Barbara Chesler Buckner Mar 2026

Listening To Practicing School Principals: Re-Designing Principal Internships, Linda Anast-May, Barbara Chesler Buckner

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

According to a published report by the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) entitled Good Principals Aren’t Born – They’re Mentored, “the sad state of many aspiring-principal mentoring programs is indefensible in an era when schools constantly need strong leaders, adept at strategies that motivate people and elevate achievement for all groups of students” (2007, p. 9). Principal mentoring has become important in the reform efforts to develop future educational leaders. This study focused on practicing principals’ perceptions of their own internship experiences and activities and the effectiveness of their mentorship. It is the desire of the authors that others might …

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Toward Equity Pedagogy For School Mathematics: An Investigation Of Preservice Teachers' Conceptions, Delayne Y. Johnson Mar 2026

Toward Equity Pedagogy For School Mathematics: An Investigation Of Preservice Teachers' Conceptions, Delayne Y. Johnson

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

The purpose of this study was to investigate preservice teachers’ conceptions of equity in the context of school mathematics. Findings indicate that preservice teachers hold narrow conceptions of equity and require support from their teacher education programs in developing the knowledge-base and skills to be prepared to provide instruction that addresses extant disparities in diverse students’ mathematics experience, achievement, and performance. Considerations for integrating equity in mathematics teacher preparation are discussed.

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Integrating Sustainability Into A Foundation Course In K-12 Teacher Education, Lorraine Dejong Mar 2026

Integrating Sustainability Into A Foundation Course In K-12 Teacher Education, Lorraine Dejong

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

The purpose of this article is to describe how a required foundation course in Human Development, taken by all students seeking K-12 teacher certification, integrated issues related to sustainability throughout the entire course. The article describes objectives, content topics, readings, assignments, and class activities that were added to the course to provide teacher candidates with ongoing opportunities to see connections between content related to human growth and development, teaching and sustainability. The adaptations reflect a basic belief that in order for future teachers to develop deep understanding and valuing for a sustainable earth, issues related to sustainability must be integrated …

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Career Pathways: Accountability For Secondary Students With Learning Disabilities, Gayle Disney Mar 2026

Career Pathways: Accountability For Secondary Students With Learning Disabilities, Gayle Disney

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

The career pathways mandate in South Carolina schools is especially important for students with specific learning disabilities (SLD or LD). The majority of students with LD need extra support throughout the postsecondary planning process, a point that is often inadvertently overlooked by their teachers and support personnel. This paper will elaborate on the career preparation needs of high school students with LD; outline similarities in federal and state mandates regarding career awareness and preparation for students in South Carolina; and discuss the importance of collaboration in teacher education programs and in schools to prepare students with learning disabilities for transition …

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Fertilizing Critical Thinkers With Questioning, Reflection, And Metacognition, Janis Mcwayne, Tracy E. Meetze, Shirley Carr Bausmith, Daljit Kaur Mar 2026

Fertilizing Critical Thinkers With Questioning, Reflection, And Metacognition, Janis Mcwayne, Tracy E. Meetze, Shirley Carr Bausmith, Daljit Kaur

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

At a southeastern liberal arts university, a qualitative research course was offered to graduate students who taught in a rural impoverished public school setting. The intent of the course was to teach them how to use qualitative methods to improve teaching and assessment of their students. There is a learning curve associated with fully implementing qualitative methods. Within a year after course completion, we interviewed the teachers individually and then conducted a focus group with all participants to learn how they were implementing and evaluating their qualitative skills. The findings revealed they have used qualitative methods to assist their students …

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Closing The Achievement Gap: One Teacher At A Time, Sally Mcclellan Mar 2026

Closing The Achievement Gap: One Teacher At A Time, Sally Mcclellan

Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina

In an effort to expand the thinking of preservice teachers related to diverse population, several activities and experiences have been devised to prepare preservice candidates for the classrooms they will find in the future. These activities include several efforts: 1. Activities to expand the thinking of preservice candidates; 2. Experiences in diverse settings; 3. Learning practices which demonstrate respect for diversity.

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