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Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 11, Sacred Heart University Dec 2016

Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 11, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: The holiday spirit fills SHU -- Student awarded scholarship for journalism -- Fidel Castro passes away at 90 -- Which dorm is the best -- Mental health channel event -- Cheerleading team with high expectations for season -- Woman's volleyball caps season with NEC tournament appearance


Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 10, Sacred Heart University Nov 2016

Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 10, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: SHU purchases General Electric property -- Community service fraternity coming to SHU -- Students compete in College Fed Challenge -- Study abroad program recognized for achieving goals -- The gold channel's Smiley speaks at SHU


Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 9, Sacred Heart University Nov 2016

Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 9, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Donald Trump wins election -- Harvard cancels men's soccer season -- Kellogg's tour of Gymnastics Championship stops in Bridgeport -- SHU hosts Orange is the New Black actor -- Woman's bowling hoping for successful season -- Noel sets all-time passing yards record -- Lacrosse team takes part in head injury study


Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University Nov 2016

Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: FBI concludes Clinton email case closed -- Students attend Lead365 conference -- Gaming and computer science programs rated by Princeton review -- Pioneer Players' improve showcase -- Men's and woman's basketball preparing for season -- Rowing tops Fairfield in SHU Scare Dual meet -- X-men rugby win Tri-state Conference Championship


Informal Technology Coaching: Using Pre-Service Teacher Field Experiences To Support K-12 Flipped Classroom Instruction, Antoinette P. Bruciati, Maria Lizano-Dimare Nov 2016

Informal Technology Coaching: Using Pre-Service Teacher Field Experiences To Support K-12 Flipped Classroom Instruction, Antoinette P. Bruciati, Maria Lizano-Dimare

Education Faculty Publications

This paper describes a pilot field experience component that is part of an online graduate level course in educational technology for pre-service teacher candidates. As part of the field experience, teacher candidates develop a model lecture video and learning activity screencast that are used to coach certified teachers in the methods for “flipping” their classrooms. The field experience is used by course instructors to determine the ability of their teacher candidates to plan technology-enhanced learning experiences, deepen their content knowledge, and improve their abilities to select and use developmentally appropriate technologies. Certified teachers benefit through informal coaching by pre-service teacher …


Faculty Development Initiative For Converting F2f Courses Into Online Courses, Maria Lizano-Dimare, Antoinette P. Bruciati Nov 2016

Faculty Development Initiative For Converting F2f Courses Into Online Courses, Maria Lizano-Dimare, Antoinette P. Bruciati

Education Faculty Publications

With faculty development changes in practice from traditional face-to-face to online delivery modalities, this paper describes an initiative for faculty at a College of Education whereby pre-existing courses are converted for online delivery. Opportunities and challenges are examined and used in the development of best practices for faculty development that embrace the use of online modalities. What strategies can Online Learning Mentors use to achieve the expected outcomes when mentees differ in technology competencies, pedagogical skills and have minimal online experience? Implications for faculty preparation, professional growth, and considerations for online conversion are discussed.


Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University Oct 2016

Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Pioneers celebrate family weekend -- Jack Welch college of business receives recognition -- Shusquare revamp -- Love your melon changes from crew to club -- SHU hosts annual career fair -- Public safety hosts R.A.D program --- Equestrian team prepares for the season -- SHU and Notre Dame to share field -- Men's cross country places at Princeton Invitational


Designing A Pre-Departure Study Abroad Intervention Using Collaborative Online International Learning, Carrie Wojenski Oct 2016

Designing A Pre-Departure Study Abroad Intervention Using Collaborative Online International Learning, Carrie Wojenski

Global Engagement Publications

Study abroad participants need to receive guided education and training if they are to successfully navigate new cultures, as well as recognize and understand their own cultural beliefs and values as related to their experiences abroad. To address this need, some study abroad programs offer intercultural interventions before, during, or after the study abroad experience.


Library Newsletter Volume 12, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University Oct 2016

Library Newsletter Volume 12, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University

Library Newsletters

Highlights: Fake News and the Three Myths of Information --New Digital Commons Feature: Expert Gallery --New & Featured Library Resources: MarketLine Advantage, Criminal Justice Abstracts with Full Text, Literati by Credo, LearnTechLib, Browzine --Open Access Week October 24-28 --Some Recent SHU Faculty Publications in the Digital Commons@SHU --First Year Seminar Research Workshops --Library Trivia Contest --Library Mini Golf --Popular Reading --Book Reviews --What the Staff is Reading --Hours and Statistics.


Exploring The Use Of Twitter Opinion Mining (Tom) In Marketing Courses, Cuauhtémoc Luna-Nevarez Oct 2016

Exploring The Use Of Twitter Opinion Mining (Tom) In Marketing Courses, Cuauhtémoc Luna-Nevarez

WCBT Faculty Publications

This paper discusses the use of social media mining (and more specifically, Twitter opinion mining) in marketing courses in order to help students understand current marketing events or phenomena. Social media mining refers to “the use of basic concepts and principal algorithms suitable for investigating massive social media data; it discusses theories and methodologies from different disciplines and encompasses the tools to formally represent, measure, model, and mine meaningful patterns from large-scale social media data” (Zafarani et al. 2014, p. 16). Social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram provide opportunities to explore consumer preferences, opinions and behaviors through …


Apps For Enhancing Student Engagement And Learning, Chrissann Ruehle, Mary Martin, Cuauhtémoc Luna-Nevarez, Nick Barnes Oct 2016

Apps For Enhancing Student Engagement And Learning, Chrissann Ruehle, Mary Martin, Cuauhtémoc Luna-Nevarez, Nick Barnes

WCBT Faculty Publications

Individuals in todays on the go society frequently rely on mobile devices and apps to manage their daily business. Common uses for apps include entertainment, online banking, travel planning and ecommerce in addition to a host of other activities. Factoring in the proliferation of mobile devices, marketing educators are searching for innovative tools and techniques to boost student engagement through the use of apps. The purpose of this paper is to outline a framework for integrating apps into the curriculum as well as provide specific examples that educators can utilize to strengthen engagement and learning.


Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 3, Sacred Heart University Sep 2016

Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 3, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Sexual Assault victims share their survivor stories -- New York and New Jersey bombings -- Pints with professors -- SHU and its social media -- SHU collaborates with Japanese University -- New plans for "Upper Quad" -- New scoreboard at campus field -- Men's hockey to play home games at Webster Bank Arena -- Wrestling rides for program support


Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University Sep 2016

Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 2, Sacred Heart University

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Highlights include: Homecoming and alumni weekend -- College of nursing receives national grant -- Sacred Heart to host annual constitution day event -- Syrian conflict escalates -- Is the shuttle safe -- New theater arts repertory program -- Sacred Heart's political chapters -- Club gaming at SHU -- SHU seniors work New York fashion week -- Cross country runners earn weekly honors


Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University Sep 2016

Spectrum, Volume 37, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: College of Nursing celebrates blessing of the hands -- Hilary Clinton faints at 911 ceremony -- Students and faculty react to August Trump rally held on campus -- Is Milkcraft really worth the wait? -- Freshman class parades into 2020 --WSHU partners with SCMA -- SHU celebrates the 6th annual president's gala -- SHU senior performs at Carnegie hall -- Vantage Sports finds home at Sacred Heart -- Tim Tebow agrees to $100,00 bonus to sign with Mets -- Kaepernick controversy continues.


Teachers' Perceptions Of K-12 Online: Impacting The Design Of A Graduate Course Curriculum, Michael K. Barbour, Kelly L. Unger Sep 2016

Teachers' Perceptions Of K-12 Online: Impacting The Design Of A Graduate Course Curriculum, Michael K. Barbour, Kelly L. Unger

Education Faculty Publications

While K-12 online learning in the United States has increased exponentially, the ability of teacher education programs to adequately prepare teachers to design, deliver, and support has been deficient. A small number of universities have begun to address this deficit through the introduction of graduate certificates in online teaching. This article examines curricular changes focused on introducing in-service teachers to K-12 online learning. This design-based research study examined changes in teacher perceptions after having completed a systematic curriculum focused on K-12 online learning, as well as track revisions to that curriculum based on the data collected. The results indicate that …


Mathematics Without Calculations – It’S A Beautiful Thing!, Jason J. Molitierno Aug 2016

Mathematics Without Calculations – It’S A Beautiful Thing!, Jason J. Molitierno

Mathematics Faculty Publications

All students should have the opportunity to do mathematics in a meaningful way for the sheer fun of it. Such experiences, if well designed, improve students’ effective thinking skills, increase their appreciation of the beauty and utility of mathematics, and prepare them to be mathematically-literate members of society. This session invites talks on how we can engage the liberal arts student through courses specifically designed for them. We welcome presentations on innovative course design, pedagogy, projects, or activities, as well as talks on tools used to assess such courses. Presentations should include a research basis for the design or pedagogical …


College Of Health Professions Assessment Plan, Developed Spring 2016, College Of Health Professions Aug 2016

College Of Health Professions Assessment Plan, Developed Spring 2016, College Of Health Professions

News, Magazines and Reports

The assessment plan was developed to assess the College of Health Professions (CHP) student learning outcomes (SLOs). The SLOs were developed by CHP Dean and then revised by the Dean’s Administrative Council, and the CHP Academic Affairs Committee. They were approved by the CHP faculty in spring 2015. The student learning outcomes were developed based on the CHP mission statement and core values. The mission statement, core values, and student learning outcomes are included below.


Ryan Matura Library Annual Report, 2016, Peter Gavin Ferriby Jul 2016

Ryan Matura Library Annual Report, 2016, Peter Gavin Ferriby

Library Annual Report

The annual report reflects the academic year 2015-2016.


Evaluation And Approval Constructs For K-12 Online And Blended Courses And Providers, Michael K. Barbour, Tom Clark, Kristen Debruler, Justin Bruno Jul 2016

Evaluation And Approval Constructs For K-12 Online And Blended Courses And Providers, Michael K. Barbour, Tom Clark, Kristen Debruler, Justin Bruno

Education Faculty Publications

Public Act 60 (2013) of the Michigan Legislature tasked Michigan Virtual University, through its Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute, to “research, develop, and recommend annually to the department criteria by which cyber schools and online course providers should be monitored and evaluated to ensure a quality education for their pupils.” This study provides an overview of existing models of cyber and online evaluation, both of which serve to inform the forthcoming recommendations. In this study, the authors review existing literature related to the evaluation of online and blended learning programs and providers, and identify five dimensions for course and provider …


Math Department Newsletter, 2015-2016, Mathematics Department Jun 2016

Math Department Newsletter, 2015-2016, Mathematics Department

Mathematics Newsletter

No abstract provided.


A Educação A Serviço Do Estado Novo No Brasil (1937-1945): Políticas E Práticas Educativas, Karl M. Lorenz, Ariclê Vechia Jun 2016

A Educação A Serviço Do Estado Novo No Brasil (1937-1945): Políticas E Práticas Educativas, Karl M. Lorenz, Ariclê Vechia

Education Faculty Publications

Em 1937, com o pretexto de acabar com a instabilidade politica e impedir um “Complô Comunista”, Getulio Vargas deu um golpe de Estado e instaurou um regime ditatorial conhecido como o “Estado Novo”. No período 1937 -1945 foram lancados projetos de padronização ideológica e cultural -- incluindo a educação que deveria ser um instrumento de propagação da ideologia do Estado Novo. No projeto de Estado Nacional centralizado, a educação focalizou na “brasilidade”; ou seja a formacao de um “novo homem” para um novo Estado. Para implementar este ‘projeto educacional nacionalista’ varias medidas foram tomadas, tais como: a publicação de livros …


Ryan Matura Library Faculty Newsletter Number 9, Sacred Heart University May 2016

Ryan Matura Library Faculty Newsletter Number 9, Sacred Heart University

Library Newsletters

Featured in this Summer 2016 issue are Browzine, Literati by Credo, Readability Score, and Liaison librarians for each department.


Spectrum, Volume 36, Issue 10, Sacred Heart University Apr 2016

Spectrum, Volume 36, Issue 10, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Sacred Heart to host 8th annual Relay for Life -- Sacred Heart prepares for the The Great Debate -- Pope Francis releases new statements on marriage and families -- Safety around campus -- SHU prepares to host annual discovery gala -- SHU art department commemorates 100 year anniversary of Easter Irish rising -- SHU alumnus finding success in sports media -- Woman's club lacrosse prepares for regional -- Club softball clinches regional tourney berth


Spectrum, Volume 36, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University Apr 2016

Spectrum, Volume 36, Issue 8, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: The honorable Elaine L. Chao joins Woman Can Have it All series -- Founders day celebrates milestone anniversaries -- Chi Omega hosts Make-A-Wish ball -- Student Ambassadors: Pioneers at Heart -- SHU L.O.V.E gets wild with annual POPS concert -- Track Coaches named NEC staff of the year -- Men's volleyball peaking at the right time


Building Better Courses: Examining The Content Validity Of The Inacol National Standards For Quality Online Courses, David Adelstein, Michael K. Barbour Apr 2016

Building Better Courses: Examining The Content Validity Of The Inacol National Standards For Quality Online Courses, David Adelstein, Michael K. Barbour

Education Faculty Publications

In 2011, the International Association for K-12 Online Learning released the second iteration of the National Standards for Quality Online Courses. These standards have been used by numerous institutions and states around the country to help design and create K-12 online courses. However, there has been no reported research on the validity of the standards or the accompanying rubric. This study compares all elements under the five main standards to contemporary K-12 or higher education online course literature. The research concludes with suggested changes and additions, as well as an explanation as to how the research connects to a larger …


College Of Health Professions News, Spring 2016, College Of Health Professions Apr 2016

College Of Health Professions News, Spring 2016, College Of Health Professions

College of Health Professions Newsletters & Magazines

No abstract provided.


Researching And Reshaping Literacy Learning: Three Urban K-6 Teachers’ Ongoing Transformations Through Everyday Action Research, Kristin N. Rainville, Grace Enriquez Apr 2016

Researching And Reshaping Literacy Learning: Three Urban K-6 Teachers’ Ongoing Transformations Through Everyday Action Research, Kristin N. Rainville, Grace Enriquez

Education Faculty Publications

Given the vast range of diversity among children’s backgrounds and needs, literacy educators must consider multiple ways in which children learn and interact with texts. Moreover, policies that increasingly require frequent assessments of children’s literacy achievement place pressure on educators to find immediate ways to impact children’s learning. This qualitative inquiry explores three graduate students’ yearlong engagement in literacy-related action research within ethnically and socioeconomically diverse, urban K-6 classrooms. Grounded in a social practice perspective on literacy and a sociocultural perspective on literacy learning, we examined participants’ constructions of action research as they developed research questions, entered various research sites, …


Library Newsletter Volume 12, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University Apr 2016

Library Newsletter Volume 12, Issue 1, Sacred Heart University

Library Newsletters

No abstract provided.


Spectrum, Volume 36, Issue 7, Sacred Heart University Mar 2016

Spectrum, Volume 36, Issue 7, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: SHU's newest campaign to raise awareness for sexual assault -- Religion and spirituality colloquium sparks conversation -- Obama attempts to preserve ties with Cuba -- Students participate in global service learning experience -- OPK helps fight for children's education -- Criminal justice seminar helps domestic violence victims -- Psychology professor publishes on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder -- Equestrian team takes on semi-finals


Spectrum, Volume 36, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University Mar 2016

Spectrum, Volume 36, Issue 6, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: Students awarded Christopher Cook scholarship -- SHU to host Connecticut history day -- Proposed changes to Bridgeport zoning laws -- Making community connections -- Hard work paying off for SHU elite gymnastics