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Gamification Of The Classroom: Seeking To Improve Student Learning And Engagement, Kyle Iverson
Gamification Of The Classroom: Seeking To Improve Student Learning And Engagement, Kyle Iverson
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to find how gamification of the classroom would affect middle school students in a northern suburban school district in Minnesota. This work was designed to find if student proficiency would increase because of gamification and if students would become engaged with the classroom material due to its implementation. Using three classes taught in this new setting and two classes taught in the standard of past years, test scores were measured and studied to find significant changes along with a survey to the gamified classes about their experience regarding engagement. The study found that …
Growth Mindset In Physical Education, Kyle Herber
Growth Mindset In Physical Education, Kyle Herber
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Growth mindset continues to be a popular topic of conversation in the field of education. The purpose of this study was to observe and analyze the impact growth mindset intervention can have on student’s performance as well as their self-efficacy in physical education. This study took place in an elementary school in the northwest suburbs of Minneapolis, using four different 4th grade classes. For this study, the author collected data in the form of pre- and post- Likert scale surveys as well as pre- and post- presidential fitness tests. Classes were randomly selected to receive growth mindset intervention or …
The Impact Of Physical Activity Breaks In The Classroom, Ryan Iverson
The Impact Of Physical Activity Breaks In The Classroom, Ryan Iverson
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose of this action research study was to determine the relationship between physical activity breaks and their impact on student achievement and behavior. The participants included 30, eleven and twelve-year-old students, who attended a public school in the north suburbs of MN. Students participated in 5-10-minute physical active breaks in health class during a 6-week trial period. Data was collected through the use of summative assessments, student surveys, and an observational behavior chart. The study found that implementing physical activity breaks in the classroom can have a positive impact on students’ academic achievement and behavior. The researcher recommends further …