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Focus On Essential Learning Outcomes, Bob Sornson, Debbie Davis
Focus On Essential Learning Outcomes, Bob Sornson, Debbie Davis
Journal of Research Initiatives
Simpson Central School began a gradual implementation of Early Learning Success strategies and procedures to close the gap among its students. The purpose was to identify the learning needs of students as early as possible and to respond to those needs quickly and systematically. Kindergarten was the grade level of focus for the first year of ELS implementation; however, efforts to improve instruction in grades one through three.
What Are Universities For?, Ian Mcdonald
What Are Universities For?, Ian Mcdonald
Journal of Research Initiatives
No abstract provided.
A Profile Of Black Women In The 21st Century Academy: Still Learning From The “Outsider-Within”, Jeffrianne Wilder, Tamara Bertrand Jones, La’Tara Osborne-Lampkin
A Profile Of Black Women In The 21st Century Academy: Still Learning From The “Outsider-Within”, Jeffrianne Wilder, Tamara Bertrand Jones, La’Tara Osborne-Lampkin
Journal of Research Initiatives
In 1986, sociologist Patricia Hill Collins published the groundbreaking essay, “Learning from the Outsider Within: The Sociological Significance of Black Feminist Thought.” In that pivotal piece, she describes the unique experiences and perspectives of Black women faculty in academia, specifically within predominately-white institutions (PWI’s). Today, Black women faculty account for only 3 percent of all faculty nationwide (Ryu, 2010), and face a myriad of challenges related to their social location. Racism, sexism, and other interlocking oppressions create troubling obstacles for Black women at all levels in academia (Benjamin, 1998; Collins, 2000; Gregory, 2001; hooks, 1989; King, 1988). Using Collins’ work …
Ferpa: To Release Or Not To Release – That Is The Question, Sonja G. Cantrell
Ferpa: To Release Or Not To Release – That Is The Question, Sonja G. Cantrell
Journal of Research Initiatives
No abstract provided.
The Importance Of A School Library Media Specialist, Khalida Mashriqi
The Importance Of A School Library Media Specialist, Khalida Mashriqi
Journal of Research Initiatives
No abstract provided.
So Much More Than Academics: What’S Character Got To Do With It?, Rona Leach Mcleod
So Much More Than Academics: What’S Character Got To Do With It?, Rona Leach Mcleod
Journal of Research Initiatives
No abstract provided.
Images Of Black Leadership And Mentoring In Higher Education: Personal Narratives From Faculty And Staff, Selena T. Rodgers, Tiffany Cudjoe
Images Of Black Leadership And Mentoring In Higher Education: Personal Narratives From Faculty And Staff, Selena T. Rodgers, Tiffany Cudjoe
Journal of Research Initiatives
In order to raise awareness about positive images of Black educators, administrators and staff in higher education, the researchers used photography and oral narratives from 11 employees at The City University of New York, York College. Data were analyzed using content analysis. The significant themes found were: (a) Mentor, (b) Leader, and (c) Educator—with the latter emerging as the most frequently identified theme among participants. Sub-themes were also found: (a) Leadership Starts At Home, (b) Each One, Teach One, (c) I Found My Leadership Voice, and (d) "Knowledge makes a [wo]man unfit to be a slave.” – Frederick Douglass. …
Stakeholders’ Perceptions Of Special Education Induction Programs, Jeremy E. Vittek, Kim K. Floyd, Sharon B. Hayes
Stakeholders’ Perceptions Of Special Education Induction Programs, Jeremy E. Vittek, Kim K. Floyd, Sharon B. Hayes
Journal of Research Initiatives
This study examined stakeholders’ perceptions of the challenges and supports provided for beginning special education teachers in a low attrition district within a middle Atlantic state utilizing qualitative methods. The findings from this study revealed a perceived need for varied supports for beginning special education teachers, the special education coordinator is seen as the main source of support, and the perceived role of induction programs to retain special education teachers and the impact these programs have on teacher retention. Based on the findings from this study, future research should examine the role of e-mentoring, district level support, and the role …
Merging And Creating Culturally Relevant Pedagogy In Public Schools, Sunni Ali, Ryan Murphy
Merging And Creating Culturally Relevant Pedagogy In Public Schools, Sunni Ali, Ryan Murphy
Journal of Research Initiatives
During the last fifty years, numerous individuals have sought new strategies for students, such as African Americans, whom the public schools have historically underserved. Not only are some parents of these students seeking change, but also researchers, politicians, and local groups. Nevertheless, it is clear that these efforts have posed several dilemmas, which (a) limit the voice and personal choice of learners, (b) standardize the value of learning, and (c) connote a hegemonic discourse. Therefore, this Best Practices essay is based on the theory that a culturally value-driven framework (CVD) of learning will allow African Americans and other students of …
Selected North Carolina Beginning And Veteran Teachers’ Perceptions Of Factors Influencing Retention And Attrition, Marvin Mccoy, Linda Wilson-Jones, Paris Jones
Selected North Carolina Beginning And Veteran Teachers’ Perceptions Of Factors Influencing Retention And Attrition, Marvin Mccoy, Linda Wilson-Jones, Paris Jones
Journal of Research Initiatives
The purpose of this qualitative study was to examine factors that impact teacher retention in public schools in the southeast region of North Carolina. Additionally, the purpose was to identify variables that influence beginning teachers’ decisions to leave and veteran teachers’ decisions to stay in the teaching profession. The 10 participants were former and current teachers employed in the State of North Carolina between 2008 and 2011. The research revealed that teacher support, working conditions, and student behavior were among the leading factors impacting beginning teachers’ decisions to leave the profession prior to tenure. The emerging issues in this study …