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Response To Intervention In Child Find, Eucabeth Kimaiga
Response To Intervention In Child Find, Eucabeth Kimaiga
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This thesis highlights RTI and child-find under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) federal law, revised in the special edition of 2011. In 2011, the child find mandate was the focus of the IDEA regarding the education for learners with special needs. This concept mandated school districts in each state to acknowledge, find, and assess allchildren, from birth to 22 years of age with special needs and disabilities, who could need early care or special educational services. Children who were perceived to have a Specific Learning Disability (SLD) used to be found eligible for special education services after …
A Descriptive Study Of The Accommodations, Assistive Technologies, And Supports Chosen By Students With An Intellectual Disability Attending A Post-Secondary Institution, Lori Olson
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This study used a mixed methods approach to investigate the perceptions of students with intellectual disabilities (ID) attending a Transition Postsecondary Program for Students with Intellectual Disabilities (TPSID). This study explored what they perceived to be the most chosen and helpful accommodations, assistive technologies, and supports and why they chose them. The researcher sent out an electronic survey to students with ID attending a Transition Program for Students with Intellectual Disabilities (TPSID) to determine the most chosen and helpful accommodations, assistive technologies, and supports and why they found them helpful.The top ranked accommodations used and found most helpful in this …
Impacts Of Social And Emotional Learning Interventions In Special Education Students, Cassandra R. Drusch
Impacts Of Social And Emotional Learning Interventions In Special Education Students, Cassandra R. Drusch
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Social and emotional learning is educational programming that can help the student learn to recognize emotions, set goals, perspectively think, maintain positive relationships, make decisions and learn conflict resolution (McCormick, 2019). Research has shown that social and emotional learning is beneficial to not only the general education population but also special education students. The author of this thesis researched the impact of social and emotional learning on students with disabilities in the five disability categories; emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, developmental cognitive disorders, specific learning disability, and other health disabilities. A literature review was conducted to determine the impacts …
Impacts And Strategies In Positive Student-Teacher Relationships, Cassandra C. Eckart
Impacts And Strategies In Positive Student-Teacher Relationships, Cassandra C. Eckart
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Researchers, educational professionals, and classroom teachers consistently seek out ways to engage students in the classroom. For some students, engagement comes naturally. They connect easily with people and are by nature, curious and active learners. For these students, traditionally taught textbook engagement strategies are often very effective and lead to a vibrant classroom experience. Conversely, in almost every classroom there are one, or two students. The one who the classroom teacher struggles to connect with. The student is disengaged in the classroom, does not complete work or participate in class lectures and discussions. Though well educated in engagement strategies, classroom …
Benefits Of Physical Activity For Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Trey Lewis Benhart
Benefits Of Physical Activity For Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Trey Lewis Benhart
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Adolescents with autism live a more sedentary lifestyle than those without an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis. Lack of exercise results in increased health risks, obesity, and decreased quality of life, exercise, motor skills, and peer interaction. Exercise can serve as a treatment for those with autism that increases quality of life, improves peer relationships, overall health, and increases expected behaviors. Special education providers should receive training about the benefits of physical activity along with strategies to best incorporate physical activity into daily routines, instruction, and goals. Due to lack of systemic resources and social opportunities, researchers cite many benefits to …
The Effect Of Classroom Physical Activity Breaks On Students' Academic Performance And Executive Functioning Skills, Barb J. Diemer
The Effect Of Classroom Physical Activity Breaks On Students' Academic Performance And Executive Functioning Skills, Barb J. Diemer
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Classroom-based Physical Activity (PA) has gained attention among teachers and schools due to the potential to enhance learning while also providing the opportunity for children to increase their physical activity level. Children are not meeting the recommended amount of daily physical exercise and the increase in obesity is alarming. Implementation of PA breaks at school has been identified as a way to address the need for more physical activity as well as providing an intervention to target learning. Classroom breaks that have been studied include active learning, which takes place by combining PA with academic material or breaks that are …
Developing Collective Teacher Efficacy To Help Secondary Teachers Feel Confident In Their Positions, Katherine E. Cabieses
Developing Collective Teacher Efficacy To Help Secondary Teachers Feel Confident In Their Positions, Katherine E. Cabieses
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This study evaluates the resources available to develop the efficacy and the collective teacher efficacy of Secondary School Teachers in handling students’ misbehavior, resulting in effective teachers satisfied with their teaching positions and students succeeding socially and academically. This study also examines the reasons and factors that cause teachers’ stress, burnout, and dissatisfaction at work. This literature review focuses on and highlights how self-efficacy and collective efficacy influences teaching, learning, and achievements in school. The studies reviewed in this study provide great information that supports my thesis statement. They indicated that collective efficacy enhances job satisfaction in teachers, influences student …
Avoiding The Services Cliff: An Extensive Look At Effective Strategies To Prepare Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders (Asd) For Life And Work, Danielle Marie Carter
Avoiding The Services Cliff: An Extensive Look At Effective Strategies To Prepare Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders (Asd) For Life And Work, Danielle Marie Carter
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A fundamental objective of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) is to safeguard that all students with disabilities have available to them a Free and Appropriate Education (FAPE) that affirms special education and related services designed to meet their individual needs and prepare them for further education, employment, and independent living. This thesis addresses evidence-based efforts to prepare students on the autism spectrum for life and work. It provides an overview of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) which includes; a definition, common challenges that students on the autism spectrum experience as they grow, and evidence-based strategies to address those challenges. If …
Promoting Self-Management Skills Among Students With Disabilities Within The General Education Classroom, Elisabeth A. Pagel
Promoting Self-Management Skills Among Students With Disabilities Within The General Education Classroom, Elisabeth A. Pagel
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The purpose of this action research project was to determine how educators can promote self-management skills among students with disabilities in the general education classroom. Previous studies were used to summarize the current state of social-emotional learning in the American public-school system and to identify strategies that promote self-management skills in special education classrooms. The Delphi method was used to distinguish which of these strategies would promote self-management skills for students with disabilities in the general education classroom. Panelists (N = 18) generated and ranked strategies in three questionnaires, and they created consensus on the top 10 strategies with the …
The Relationship Between Inclusive Classroom Practice And Student Self-Perception Outcomes, Jenifer York
The Relationship Between Inclusive Classroom Practice And Student Self-Perception Outcomes, Jenifer York
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The majority of students with special education needs spend of 80% their time in general education classrooms (National Center for Education Statistics, 2019c). While participation in general education classes is linked to positive outcomes for students with special education needs, little has been researched regarding actual practices occurring in inclusive classrooms and the impact of such practices. Academic and social gains for students in general education classrooms are unlikely without effective instruction and intervention. This quantitative study investigated whether there was a relationship between the degree of implementation of inclusive practices in classrooms and student self-perception of academic self-concept and …
The Effects Of Inclusive Classrooms On Students With Disabilities And Effective Inclusive Classroom Strategies, Erin Rose Welter
The Effects Of Inclusive Classrooms On Students With Disabilities And Effective Inclusive Classroom Strategies, Erin Rose Welter
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The purpose of this literature review was to research the effectiveness of inclusive classroom strategies pertaining to academic achievement and social/behavioral achievement in students with disabilities along with which inclusive classroom strategies were more effective. Twenty-five research studies based on inclusive classrooms were reviewed and summarized throughout this literature review. While there were studies that saw a positive impact on a student’s academic success after being in an inclusive setting, a majority of the studies used in this literature review found no correlation between students with disabilities being included in an inclusive classroom and their academic achievement. It can also …
A Quantitative Study Of Factors Influencing Special Education Teachers’ Attrition: The Relationships Between Burnout, Personality, And Organizational Factors, Erin Lavery Wanat
A Quantitative Study Of Factors Influencing Special Education Teachers’ Attrition: The Relationships Between Burnout, Personality, And Organizational Factors, Erin Lavery Wanat
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The purpose of this study was to examine if there is a relationship between independent variables—special education teachers’ emotional/interpersonal stressors, personality type, and worklife variables—and special education teachers’ burnout. Burnout is as complex as it is destructive for the special education teachers, who are likely to cite burnout as a major factor contributing to their pre-retirement departure from education. Burnout consists of three factors: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization/cynicism, and decreased estimation of personal contribution to the work. Six-hundred and ninety-two (n = 692) of Minnesota’s Tier Four licensed special education teachers participated in the study by completing a survey related to …
Only You Can Prevent Burnout?: Factors Influencing Job Satisfaction Among Special Education Teachers, Alicia Michelle Alexander
Only You Can Prevent Burnout?: Factors Influencing Job Satisfaction Among Special Education Teachers, Alicia Michelle Alexander
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Special education teacher (SET) burnout is a complex problem impacting teacher health, student outcomes, and job satisfaction. This review examined burnout literature with special education teachers as participants in US studies between 1973-2020. Studies reviewed support SET burnout as an interaction between personal and occupational variables. Overall, it is likely that each burnout component is influenced by a different set of internal and external factors. The most supported factors for SET burnout were perception, role conflict, role ambiguity, and administrator support. Possible treatments should address the underlying factors of SET burnout rather than its symptoms. Future research should inform the …
Adding Movement To Enhance Learning In Special Education, Jennifer S. Ammermann
Adding Movement To Enhance Learning In Special Education, Jennifer S. Ammermann
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Academic achievements, standardized tests, and school accountability have resulted in children spending more time with seatwork and less time in recess and physical education. Recent brain research shows that cognitive skills develop with motor skills and cannot be isolated; children need instruction and practice with both skills. Schools and classrooms are providing more opportunities for movement with physical activity breaks during instructional times. Students with learning disabilities often have persistent primary reflexes that do not develop into postural reflexes, which are necessary school readiness skills such as attention, balance, and coordination. The purpose of this research is to review literature …
Perspectives On The Quality Of The Student-Teacher Relationship Between Students With A Disability And Typically Developing Students And Developmental Outcomes, Hannah Rae Bast
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Little research has compared the student-teacher relationship between students with a disability and students with typical development. More specifically, the quality of the relationship between the student and the teacher. Measuring the amount of conflict, closeness, and how dependent the student is on their teacher within that relationship. Most relationships were viewed as negative by the teacher for students with a disability while most relationships with typically developing students were viewed as positive. These relationships showed less conflict, dependency, and higher levels of closeness. Developmental outcomes are examined in the present research in the areas of academic performance, behavior, and …
Identifying The Best Practices For The Twice Exceptional Learner, Edison Boelter
Identifying The Best Practices For The Twice Exceptional Learner, Edison Boelter
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The objective of this thesis is to find the best research-based practices available for the twice exceptional learner. Twice exceptional learners are a growing percentage of the population in the academic community, and yet educators are greatly unprepared to work with these students. Through literary reviewed studies and research, it became possible to identify useful information as to how to educate and prepare teachers to work with twice exceptional learners. These literature reviewed studies and research demonstrated that twice exceptional students need a person-centered approach that is also able to meet their unique social and emotional needs. These literature reviewed …
How Does Work-Based Learning Help Prepare Students For Life After High School, Frank A. Cacich
How Does Work-Based Learning Help Prepare Students For Life After High School, Frank A. Cacich
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Work based learning is part of career and technical education that can help students to be better prepared for life after highschool. There are many different types of programs that make up a work based learning programming. These programs are for both Special Education students and general education students. Programming can encompass job shadowing, youth apprenticeships, clinical internships or practicums, and work experience programming. Another part of Work-Based Learning (WBL) is career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO). These are different student run organizations where youth can learn business, agriculture, health and other varying work based skills from professionals in the …
Effective Social Emotional Lessons And Strategies For Center Based Students With Emotional And Behavioral Disabilities, Kevin M. Collings
Effective Social Emotional Lessons And Strategies For Center Based Students With Emotional And Behavioral Disabilities, Kevin M. Collings
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Social Emotional Learning (SEL) has become a popular phrase in all aspects of the educational world of the last couple decades. Research shows the clear need for teaching students the skills they need to function socially and emotionally. This is becoming increasingly important with the rise of students diagnosed with Emotional Behavior Disorder (EBD). Educators are learning that traditional approaches modifying student behaviors, such as using punishments and rewards are not working for students with EBD. Solutions to best supporting students with EBD need to be teaching SEL skills, not trying to manipulate motivation. This thesis looks at research into …
Teacher Burnout: Measuring, Contributing Factors, And Prevention, Lisa A. Dexter
Teacher Burnout: Measuring, Contributing Factors, And Prevention, Lisa A. Dexter
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One of the most stressful careers a person can chose to have is teaching. (Johnson et al., 2005; Travers, 2001). Teaching demands are high, and the emotional labor of teaching can leave teachers feeling emotionally exhausted, withdrawn, and worn down. Teachers who experience chronic levels of stress can be plagued with what is referred to as teacher burnout. While researchers have identified effective ways of measuring current levels and burnout, the research is just developing in identifying contributing factors and prevention strategies. Self-efficacy is a significant predictor of burnout as well as certain teaching environments. Researchers have identified effective prevention …
Screen Time: Impacts On Physical Health, Sleep, And Psychological Health And Well-Being, Shereen A. Eldeeb
Screen Time: Impacts On Physical Health, Sleep, And Psychological Health And Well-Being, Shereen A. Eldeeb
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With the rise of technology there has been an increase in screen technologies that are prevalent in everyday life. Technology and screens are used in employment, education, and leisure settings. The average person in the United States spends many hours every day dedicated to screen time. Screen time can be defined as the aggregate duration of time spent in front of all screen technologies including: televisions, computers, laptops, video games, cellphones, and tablets. Increased screen time has been linked to various negative health outcomes. Some of those negative outcomes include effects on physical health, sleep, and psychological health and well-being. …
A Research-Based Social Skills Curriculum For Middle School Students With Special Needs, Lynn Bruvold Ellis
A Research-Based Social Skills Curriculum For Middle School Students With Special Needs, Lynn Bruvold Ellis
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Social skills instruction is an essential part of special education programming. There are many different approaches to social skills instruction, and there are studies that show the benefits to these different approaches. The research presented here seeks to answer this question: What methods of social skills instruction are most effective for middle school students? Studies included explore the use of literacy-based interventions, direct instruction, group-orientated contingency, and other methods of social skills interventions. Following the literature review this researcher created a three-year social skills curriculum designed for special education students in the middle school setting.
Autism And Environmental Influences, Jodi Ford
Autism And Environmental Influences, Jodi Ford
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Autism is a neurobiological spectrum disorder manifesting with challenges in socialization, communication, and repetitive behaviors. The Center of Disease Control estimates that 1:54 children have autism. Autism includes extremely gifted individuals and those who are severely challenged. Males are diagnosed four times the rate of girls. It is generally agreed that no one factor causes autism, there is a genetic component, and that autistic brains differ from neurotypical brains as determined by imaging studies. This literature review investigated research behind environmental factors that may contribute to autism such as exposure to chemicals, pesticides, pollution, and toxins found in products. Autism …
Restorative Practices In Schools – The Benefits And Challenges, Joel John Fredricks
Restorative Practices In Schools – The Benefits And Challenges, Joel John Fredricks
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Are restorative practices within schools an effective method for increasing student success? This literature review looks at the evidence available of restorative practices in reducing suspensions and expulsions, improving relationships, dealing with bullying, bringing about improved school morale through restorative circles, and lastly, looking at the challenges of successfully using restorative practices in schools. The evidence in literature does show the clear benefits that restorative practices have in all the mentioned areas. The challenges to implementing these practices are significant and need to be weighed before pursuing the venture of restorative practices in schools. Despite the challenges, restorative practices are …
Understanding Gender Differences In Autism Spectrum Disorder To Better Identify Females With Asd, Betsy M. Galles
Understanding Gender Differences In Autism Spectrum Disorder To Better Identify Females With Asd, Betsy M. Galles
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Males are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) compared to females at a ratio of 4:1. When isolating for higher intellectual ability, the ratio increases to 10:1. Gender differences exist in restricted, repetitive behaviors and social interaction. Gender differences vary based on age, race, ethnicity, cognitive level, and socio-economic circumstances, assessment procedures, diagnostic tools, evaluator experience, and bias. Diagnostic test elements have been found to be biased toward males. With new knowledge based on the female presentation of ASD symptoms and behaviors, efforts must be made to update evaluation tools, properly train clinicians, and assess using instruments that accurately diagnose …
Dietary Alternatives In The Treatment Of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Behavioral Symptoms And School Performance, Samantha R. Goers
Dietary Alternatives In The Treatment Of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Behavioral Symptoms And School Performance, Samantha R. Goers
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Dietary alternatives for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are less commonly known and discussed, leaving some children untreated and vulnerable to negative consequences. However, numerous studies have examined the behavioral and academic benefits of following diets as alternative treatments for ADHD. This literature review answers the question: Can school performance, negatively impacted by ADHD, be managed in children by following diets that eliminate artificial food coloring (AFC) or by taking iron supplements? The review found that some children with ADHD can benefit from following an AFC exclusion diet or from taking iron supplements. Benefits were more common …
Do We Need More Male Teachers For An Increasing Population Of Male Students With Emotional And Behavioral Disorders?, Bjorn Hanson
Do We Need More Male Teachers For An Increasing Population Of Male Students With Emotional And Behavioral Disorders?, Bjorn Hanson
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In the world of education there is a growing population of male students who struggle with emotional/behavioral disorders. There is also a decreasing population of male teachers in schools, and an even lower percentage of teachers who work in the field of special education. There have been various countries that have called for their government to increase the male teaching population without research to prove that this will increase male student success. Ultimately, the research shows that there is no conclusive evidence demonstrating that male teachers possess qualities different than their female colleagues that lead to success. The research does …
Music Education Benefits For Students With Disabilities, Tammy K. Hanson
Music Education Benefits For Students With Disabilities, Tammy K. Hanson
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Music is so many things! Music is enjoyable, fun, happy, calming, and unpredictable. Music is also sad, lonely, busy, unsettling, and disturbing. Students of any age can learn so much from music, such as: learning an instrument; playing in an ensemble, symphony, orchestra, or choir; learning the history of a composer; playing scales; and learning about music theory. Students without disabilities learn about music and their instruments by participating in band, orchestra, choir, ensembles, and general music. Students with disabilities should have the same opportunities to participate in these musical activities, and be provided with extra support, modifications, accommodations, a …
Bias And The Subsequent Implications On Adhd Diagnosis In School Aged Children, Ruth L. Hein
Bias And The Subsequent Implications On Adhd Diagnosis In School Aged Children, Ruth L. Hein
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often goes undiagnosed in girls and women. This phenomenon is due most prominently to the finding that girls and women tend to present primarily internalized symptoms of ADHD. Greater awareness of the internalized symptoms of ADHD in the public eye, and especially in teacher training and certification programs is necessary. Under-diagnosis affects several areas of daily life and healthy development, setting the scene for an adult life dealing with anxiety, depression, maladjustment, and a negative self-perception. Further research into diagnosis, specific subsets of symptoms such as Executive Function deficits and Social-Emotional growth and development will …
The Unique Characteristics Of Trauma In Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Jana Laine Jonasen
The Unique Characteristics Of Trauma In Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Jana Laine Jonasen
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Research has shown characteristics of individuals with ASD that have been exposed to trauma are difficult to determine. With more of trauma at an early age and the overshadowing of characteristics between trauma and ASD it will be difficult to determine where an individual is demonstrates ASD characteristics or PTSD characteristics. Evidence suggests that individuals with ASD are at an increased risk of exposure to trauma due to their social communication deficits and emotional control. Evidence shows that individuals with ASD experience substantially more trauma or traumatic childhood experiences which may contribute to greater chances of physical and mental trauma. …
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy And The Correlation Of Student Success In School, Amy S. Kummrow
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy And The Correlation Of Student Success In School, Amy S. Kummrow
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Student success is the goal for educators around the world. Implementing Choice Theory and Restitution can greatly increase a student’s chances of academic success. William Glasser's Choice Theory talks about the five basic needs all humans have, which are, survival, power, belonging, fun, and freedom. When these five needs are met students are able to be successful academically and will help students feel a part of their school community. Other benefits to students' needs being met are the ability for students to become intrinsically motivated, increase self-esteem, and perseverance which can lead to happiness throughout their lives. The studies measured …