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A Transcendental Phenomenological Study Of Elementary And Middle School Math Teachers Experiences With Social And Emotional Learning And Math Achievement, Farina M. Sami
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
The purpose of this transcendental phenomenological study was to understand the lived experience of elementary math and middle school teachers’ with social-emotional learning and math achievement for Midwestern and Western schools within urban and suburban areas. The theory guiding this study was based on Maslow’s (1943) theory of the hierarchy of needs, which was grounded in the belief that learning could not occur until basic and fundamental psychological needs were met for people. The central research question focused on the lived experiences of elementary and middle school math teachers with social-emotional learning increasing math achievement. The type of study was …
Exploring The Role Of High School Administrator's Emotional Intelligence In Classroom Teachers' Perceptions Of Administrator Support: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study, James Alex Weaver
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
The purpose of this study was to discover the role and influence of high school administrator’s emotional intelligence on classroom teachers’ perceptions of administrative support at a public high school in northern Delaware. The theory guiding this study is Goleman’s theory of emotional intelligence. This transcendental phenomenological study was concerned with ensuring that high school classroom teachers’ shared experiences regarding perceptions of administrator support at a public high school in northern Delaware as affected by emotional intelligence are described in a manner that allows for the phenomenon’s thematic elements to increase understanding. The study used individual interviews, focus groups, and …
Challenges Faced By Adult Gifted Students Who Have Experienced Traumatic Brain Injury: A Phenomenological Study, Dawn M. Nessler
Challenges Faced By Adult Gifted Students Who Have Experienced Traumatic Brain Injury: A Phenomenological Study, Dawn M. Nessler
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
The purpose of this phenomenological study was to describe the educational experiences of gifted adult students who have experienced traumatic brain injury (TBI). The theory guiding this phenomenological study was Kazimierz Dabrowski's theory of positive disintegration, with a focus on how the tragedy of various natures impacts the development of an individual's identity. This qualitative phenomenological study sought to understand the shared educational experiences of gifted undergraduate students who have experienced a TBI. 12 participants from Strong Minds, Kind Hearts, a Christian counseling and educational office located in Northwest Florida engaged in the study. Stratified sampling was used within the …
Improving The Socio-Emotional Competence Of Academic Nurse Educators: An Experimental Study, Helen Freeman
Improving The Socio-Emotional Competence Of Academic Nurse Educators: An Experimental Study, Helen Freeman
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
An academic nurse educator with a high level of socio-emotional competence (SEC) can create an inviting learning environment that promotes the highest level of achievement from students. The purpose of this two-group pretest-posttest experimental study was to determine the extent of effectiveness of socio-emotional intelligence education and a reflection-guided professional development plan in improving the socio-emotional competence of academic nurse educators. The Bar-On emotional social intelligence (ESI) conceptual model and the Purkey invitational theory were frameworks used to guide the study. The Emotional Quotient Inventory (EQ-i 2.0) was used as the data collection instrument to measure the pretest and posttest …
Predictive Correlation Between Leader Self-Efficacy, Emotional Intelligence, Years Of Experience, And Transformational Leadership Of Physician Assistant Program Directors, Violet A. Kulo
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
The purpose of this quantitative, predictive correlational study was to investigate the relationship between leader self-efficacy, emotional intelligence, years of experience, and transformational leadership practices of physician assistant (PA) program directors. This study is important in providing a greater understanding of the internal determinants and factors that influence the program directors’ beliefs in their success and effectiveness as leaders. Participants for this study included a sample of 86 PA program directors across the United States. Data were collected using the Leader Efficacy Questionnaire, Wong and Law Emotional Intelligence Scale, Leadership Practices Inventory, and a demographic questionnaire administered via a survey. …
A Predictive Correlation And Causal-Comparative Study On Early Childhood Social-Emotional Scores, Socioeconomic Status, And Academic Achievement, Denise A. Ashley
A Predictive Correlation And Causal-Comparative Study On Early Childhood Social-Emotional Scores, Socioeconomic Status, And Academic Achievement, Denise A. Ashley
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
This quantitative predictive correlational and causal-comparative study aimed to explore the relationship between early childhood social-emotional scores, SES, and academic achievement in elementary school students located in the western Midlands of South Carolina. The predictive correlational study aimed to determine if early childhood social-emotional scores could predict academic achievement in elementary students and explore the strength of those variables on academic achievement. The causal-comparative research design attempted to explore whether there was a difference in academic achievement for those who have PIP and those who do not. Utilizing data from the Ages & Stages Questionnaires: Social-Emotional, Second Edition (ASQ:SE-2), 70 …
Recommendations To Improve The Practice Of Incorporating Emotional Intelligence Instructional Strategies Within The Marine Corps University Professional Military Education Continuum, Sarah Kirkland
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
The purpose of this study was to provide recommendations to improve the practice of incorporating emotional intelligence instructional strategies at Marine Corps University (MCU) in Quantico, Virginia. The problem was that emotional intelligence needs to be consistently addressed in the curriculum at MCU since research and strategic guidance indicate that it is a critical component of leadership. This study aimed to increase technically and emotionally competent leaders in decision-making and a more unified military that strives to lead effectively. Increasing military members' emotional intelligence is crucial because this may improve military leaders' capacity to deal with traumatic and stressful situations. …