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Describing The Retention Experiences Of Special Education Teachers In Rural California: A Phenomenological Study, Adriel Gama Reynoso Sep 2025

Describing The Retention Experiences Of Special Education Teachers In Rural California: A Phenomenological Study, Adriel Gama Reynoso

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this transcendental phenomenological study was to describe the retention experiences of special education teachers who taught in rural elementary school districts in California. Retention was generally defined as a teacher who was influenced to stay with their district for a long time. The theory guiding this study was Herzberg’s two-factor theory of motivation-hygiene. This theory was particularly effective in addressing teacher retention because it provided a clear framework for understanding the factors that contribute to job satisfaction and dissatisfaction. This transcendental phenomenological study described the retention of special education teachers who taught in rural elementary school districts …

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Developing Healthy Relationships: A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study Of Twice-Exceptional Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autumn B. Matthews Sep 2025

Developing Healthy Relationships: A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study Of Twice-Exceptional Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autumn B. Matthews

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this hermeneutic phenomenological study was to explore and describe the lived experiences of developing healthy friendships for twice-exceptional adults with autism spectrum disorder (2e/ASD) in the southeastern United States. The theory guiding this study was Schlossberg’s transition theory, as it provided a framework for understanding how individuals navigate significant changes in relationships, routines, assumptions, and roles. The central research question guiding this study was: What do 2e/ASD adults in the southeastern United States experience as they develop healthy friendships? The study employed a qualitative design using van Manen’s hermeneutic phenomenology to capture the essence of participants’ lived …

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The Impact Of Psychological Well-Being, Gratitude, And Self-Efficacy On Resiliency In High School Students: A Predictive Correlational Study, Jennifer Nevard-Blanco Sep 2025

The Impact Of Psychological Well-Being, Gratitude, And Self-Efficacy On Resiliency In High School Students: A Predictive Correlational Study, Jennifer Nevard-Blanco

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this quantitative predictive correlational study was to examine the impact of psychological well-being, gratitude, and self-efficacy on resiliency in high school students in a northeastern state. This study is important because the promotion of positive psychological factors such as gratitude, self-efficacy, and psychological well-being have been identified as predictors of increased resilience, buffering the negative effects of stressors and adverse circumstances. The sample was composed of 110 high school students from a public school in the northeastern part of the United States. Data was collected using four self-report instruments: Ryff's Psychological Well-being 18-item scale, the Gratitude Questionnaire …

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Predictors Of Success Among Accelerated Bachelor Of Science In Nursing Students: A Retrospective Study, Alison H. Davis, Jennifer Manning, Todd Tartavoulle, Adele Harrell, Kathleen Brennan, Mickey Pigg, Mary Dioise Ramos Sep 2025

Predictors Of Success Among Accelerated Bachelor Of Science In Nursing Students: A Retrospective Study, Alison H. Davis, Jennifer Manning, Todd Tartavoulle, Adele Harrell, Kathleen Brennan, Mickey Pigg, Mary Dioise Ramos

School of Nursing Faculty Publications

Background: Accelerated second-degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs attract students with diverse academic backgrounds and experiences. Understanding the factors that contribute to student success is essential for improving retention and program effectiveness. While prior research has explored predictors of success in traditional BSN programs, limited data exists on accelerated BSN students. Aim: This study aimed to describe the factors predicting the success of students enrolled in an accelerated second-degree BSN program. Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on 273 accelerated BSN students. Descriptive statistics summarized demographic and academic characteristics. Multiple logistic regression analyses were performed to assess predictors …

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The Grizzly, September 25, 2025, Renee Washart, Julia Picklo, Laela Stackhouse, Sophia Kumar, Claudia Tracy, Caitlin Cunnane, Erin Ewing, Jesse Cherone Sep 2025

The Grizzly, September 25, 2025, Renee Washart, Julia Picklo, Laela Stackhouse, Sophia Kumar, Claudia Tracy, Caitlin Cunnane, Erin Ewing, Jesse Cherone

Ursinus College Grizzly Newspaper, 1978 to Present

Let's Talk About the CARBO-Nation • Greek Life Numbers • Power Surge: Ursinus Goes Lights Out! • This Time in History! • The Writing is, Literally, on the Wall • GRRRL on the Street • A Sports Switch-up: Lippay Guards Goal for Bears • Football Rolls to 3-0 Start!

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Canceled: Free Lecture By Renowned Playwright, Poet Dan O'Brien At Uab, Tehreem Khan Sep 2025

Canceled: Free Lecture By Renowned Playwright, Poet Dan O'Brien At Uab, Tehreem Khan

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Perceptions Of Faculty Influence On Graduate Student Diversity Attitudes: A Phenomenological Study, Lyn Porter Sep 2025

Perceptions Of Faculty Influence On Graduate Student Diversity Attitudes: A Phenomenological Study, Lyn Porter

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this transcendental phenomenological study is to understand the lived experiences regarding the perceived influence of faculty interactions in shaping diversity attitudes for graduate students in healthcare-related professions across the United States. The theory guiding this study is Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory, which argues that social interactions deeply influence cognitive development (Vygotsky, 1978/1995). These interactions are necessary for the development of new skills and knowledge. Vygotsky also highlighted the role of culture in shaping how individuals think, learn, and interpret the world, suggesting that the cultural context in which faculty and students interact profoundly affects internalized values and attitudes. …

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A Phenomenological Study Of Overcoming School Experiences Of Disability-Related Stigma To Gain Competitive Employment For Individuals With Learning Disabilities, Katherine Lamont Sep 2025

A Phenomenological Study Of Overcoming School Experiences Of Disability-Related Stigma To Gain Competitive Employment For Individuals With Learning Disabilities, Katherine Lamont

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this hermeneutical phenomenological study was to interpret the experiences of overcoming disability-related stigma to gain competitive employment for individuals with learning disabilities (LDs) who have previously received special education services in public schools in the United States. Goffman’s stigma theory framed the investigation of the research question: What are the lived experiences of individuals with LDs who have received special education services in public school settings with overcoming disability-related stigma to gain competitive employment? This study was conducted with 12 participants, who each received special education services in public schools in the United States for a specific …

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The Perception Of Educational Leadership On Policies Impacting Equity And Access In Advanced Placement Programming For Diverse Student Learners: A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study, Lindsey Greear Sep 2025

The Perception Of Educational Leadership On Policies Impacting Equity And Access In Advanced Placement Programming For Diverse Student Learners: A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study, Lindsey Greear

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this hermeneutic phenomenological study was to describe the perception held by educational leaders on equitable access to advanced coursework for diverse student learners in the Highland County School District. The theory guiding this study was Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, as diverse students need an environment that emphasizes cultural inclusion to encourage academic growth. The central research question for this study was to investigate the perceptions of educational leaders regarding how existing policies affect the equity, access, and student experience in advanced courses. This study employed individual interviews, document analysis, and focus groups to collect data from 10 …

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Parallel Lives: Revitalization Of An Ancient Method Of Inquiry, Geoffrey Thomas Uhal Sep 2025

Parallel Lives: Revitalization Of An Ancient Method Of Inquiry, Geoffrey Thomas Uhal

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The Parallel Lives style examination and biography is one of the oldest forms of historical inquiry, providing a comparison between a foreign subject and a more familiar subject as a frame of reference. This style of examination was popular for dissertations in the 19th century among military historians writing about generals who were stylistically known as “Great Captains” for much of history. While the moral comparisons of such histories in bygone eras possess less utility, multimodal comparisons of lives that readers have more and less contextual background to provide a model to bridge the gap between foreign and familiar subjects. …

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Psychological Safety And Its Impact On Teacher And Staff Morale, Yvonne R. Crace Sep 2025

Psychological Safety And Its Impact On Teacher And Staff Morale, Yvonne R. Crace

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Psychological safety is a concept that has been around since 1965. Psychological safety exists when employees feel safe to share their ideas and opinions without fear of retaliation, retribution, or belittlement. Studies on psychological safety have mainly focused on businesses and corporations and work team learning behaviors. In recent years, it has become evident that psychological safety is needed in additional types of industries, including all stages of education, from primary to graduate school. In education, teachers and staff often feel isolated and have concerns about voicing their opinions which creates relational stress and conflict, thus lowering staff morale. This …

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Exploring Teachers’ Self-Perceptions: A Case Study Unraveling The Influence Of Professional Learning On Practice, Lindsay Goldsmith Sep 2025

Exploring Teachers’ Self-Perceptions: A Case Study Unraveling The Influence Of Professional Learning On Practice, Lindsay Goldsmith

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this case study was to understand how professional development affects elementary educators' self-perceptions in the K-12 setting within American schools overseas. The theory guiding this study was Jack Mezirow’s theory on transformative learning as it explains the relationship between learning and practice. How do overseas teachers' engagement in professional learning activities contribute to transformative learning experiences, and how does the social learning context influence the development of their teaching practices? The present study utilized a case-study approach to explore how current teachers perceive their practice is affected by professional learning. Interviews, surveys, and document analysis were used …

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Fueled To Succeed: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study On The Passion Of Students In Pursuit Of Success During And After College Life, Mesack Dieudonne Sep 2025

Fueled To Succeed: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study On The Passion Of Students In Pursuit Of Success During And After College Life, Mesack Dieudonne

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this transcendental phenomenological study is to describe college students' experiences with passion while studying in a higher education setting in Florida. For this study, passion will be defined as a natural penchant that leads an individual to highly value something or someone, increasing persistence and thus leading to success. The theory underpinning this study is Vallerand's dualistic model of passion (DMP). The central research question guiding this research is as follows: How do college students describe their experiences with passion while studying in a higher education setting in Florida? Transcendental phenomenology was selected as the qualitative research …

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Science Unleashed: The Influence Of Science Content Implementation Within Learning Management Systems, D'Aieriean Murray Sep 2025

Science Unleashed: The Influence Of Science Content Implementation Within Learning Management Systems, D'Aieriean Murray

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The qualitative, phenomenological study addressed the factors secondary science teachers face in implementing the science content in online LMS while continuing to teach in traditional classrooms. The research addressed the adequate training secondary science teachers may or may not have received in LMS and technology integration into the classroom. Utilizing Bruner's constructivist theory (1966) concerning the virtual classroom to recognize the imperativeness of educators in curriculum development to answer the question, "How are science teachers' experiences regarding the effectiveness of LMS and online learning?" While conducting a literature analysis, the most frequent themes were faculty readiness, transitioning to online education …

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Library Year In Review 2024-2025, Saint Mary's College Of California Sep 2025

Library Year In Review 2024-2025, Saint Mary's College Of California

SMC Community Engagement

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Parental Expectations Of Pediatric Care For Children, Brenan T. Cash, Jacquelyn D. Wiersma-Mosley, Donia Timby, Laura Herold Sep 2025

Parental Expectations Of Pediatric Care For Children, Brenan T. Cash, Jacquelyn D. Wiersma-Mosley, Donia Timby, Laura Herold

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

Access to childhood pediatrics is a major factor for a full and healthy childhood for all children from adolescence to adulthood. However, the physical health aspect has been the main focus of most primary care clinics, and there is little focus on mental health. Mental health issues, which involve anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress, are more prominent than they have ever been, as up to 30% of children have experienced mental health issues that involve post-traumatic stress disorder, especially during the pandemic years. This study employed a non-experimental, quantitative analysis utilizing online closed-ended survey questions. Caretakers were offered an anonymous, …

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Ditch Tradition...And Move To Case-Based Learning, Emily Dane-Staples Sep 2025

Ditch Tradition...And Move To Case-Based Learning, Emily Dane-Staples

The COSMA Journal

Recent criticisms of higher education include a lack of relevance and alignment with what employers are seeking in new hires. A lecture-based approach to teaching has proved less effective than other active learning strategies and does not adequately mimic the working environment sport professionals face. To better align the classroom and the workplace, a case-based learning approach can be used. This pedagogy blends high impact practices that have been demonstrated to assist students in knowledge acquisition and soft skill development by replacing traditional lecture and chapter readings with real-life scenarios that require student engagement with concepts in application. The technique …

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The Effect Of An Educational Program Based On Social Learning On The Acquisition Of National And Citizenship Education Concepts Among 10th Grade Students In Jordan, Nawaf Abu Tayeh, Kawthar Al-Shabbatat Sep 2025

The Effect Of An Educational Program Based On Social Learning On The Acquisition Of National And Citizenship Education Concepts Among 10th Grade Students In Jordan, Nawaf Abu Tayeh, Kawthar Al-Shabbatat

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

This study aimed to examine the effect of an educational program based on social learning on the acquisition of national and citizenship education concepts among tenth-grade students in Jordan. The study sample consisted of 68 students from Prince Muhammad Secondary School, affiliated with the Directorate of Education in Al-Jafr, during the 2019/2020 academic year. The sample was divided into an experimental group (33 students) and a control group (35 students). A concepts scale and a guide for implementing the educational program based on social learning were developed, and their validity and reliability were confirmed. ANCOVA was used for data analysis. …

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The Training Needs Of Private School Principals In Al-Jamea District, Amman, In Light Of The Arab Organization For Quality Assurance In Education, Hanaa Al-Alali, Ahmad Rathwan Sep 2025

The Training Needs Of Private School Principals In Al-Jamea District, Amman, In Light Of The Arab Organization For Quality Assurance In Education, Hanaa Al-Alali, Ahmad Rathwan

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The study aimed to determine the training needs of private school principals in Al-Jamea District, Amman, in relation to the Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education, from the principals' own perspectives. It also sought to identify whether there are significant statistical differences in these perceptions based on variables such as gender, educational qualification, and years of experience at a significance level of (α = 0.05). The sample comprised 138 principals. A descriptive survey approach was used, and the researchers developed a questionnaire with 60 items to gather the necessary data. The results indicated that principals' perceptions of their training …

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The Effectiveness Of A Proposed Learning Program Using Selected Teaching Methods On Learning Basic Volleyball Skills Among Students Of The Faculty Of Physical Education At An-Najah National University, Mahmoud Al-Atrash, Rafat Al-Tibi, Laila Salem Sep 2025

The Effectiveness Of A Proposed Learning Program Using Selected Teaching Methods On Learning Basic Volleyball Skills Among Students Of The Faculty Of Physical Education At An-Najah National University, Mahmoud Al-Atrash, Rafat Al-Tibi, Laila Salem

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

This study aimed to examine the effect of a proposed educational program based on reciprocal and multi-level teaching methods on learning basic volleyball skills among female students at the Faculty of Physical Education, An-Najah National University. The study sample consisted of 22 students enrolled in the volleyball (1) course, with an average age of 18.3 years. The researchers employed a quasi-experimental design using pre- and post-tests to achieve the study’s objectives. The sample was divided into two experimental groups: the first group was taught using the reciprocal method, while the second group was taught using the multi-level method. Pre-tests of …

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The Educational Role Of Teachers And The Challenges They Face In Developing A Culture Of Confronting Intellectual Extremism Among High School Students In Amman, Ibrahim Al-Zyoud, Abdul Salam Al-Awamreh Sep 2025

The Educational Role Of Teachers And The Challenges They Face In Developing A Culture Of Confronting Intellectual Extremism Among High School Students In Amman, Ibrahim Al-Zyoud, Abdul Salam Al-Awamreh

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The study aimed to assess the reality of the educational role among secondary school teachers in Amman in addressing and developing a culture to confront intellectual extremism. Using the descriptive approach, a questionnaire with 61 items was developed to achieve the aims of this study. The study sample consisted of 350 students in Amman enrolled during the academic year 2019/2020. The results indicated that the level of the educational role among secondary school teachers was moderate. Differences in the level of the educational role among teachers in Amman were attributed to gender, favoring males, and to specialization, favoring vocational specialization. …

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The Effectiveness Of Bibliotherapy On Improving Satisfaction With Body Image And Reducing Cognitive Biases Among A Sample Of Female Adolescents, Ahmad Al-Sharifin, Nour Bani Fayadh Sep 2025

The Effectiveness Of Bibliotherapy On Improving Satisfaction With Body Image And Reducing Cognitive Biases Among A Sample Of Female Adolescents, Ahmad Al-Sharifin, Nour Bani Fayadh

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of bibliotherapy in improving body image and reducing cognitive biases in a sample of adolescent girls. The study sample consisted of 30 female students, who were randomly assigned to two groups. To achieve the study's objectives, two scales were used to measure satisfaction with body image and cognitive biases, alongside a student's bibliotherapy manual. The results showed an improvement in body image post-test scores among the experimental group compared to the control group. The results also indicated that cognitive biases post-test scores in the experimental group decreased from a high level to a …

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The Degree Of Practice Of Human Resources Management Skills By Educational Supervisors In Arab Society Within The Green Line, In Light Of Quality Standards, Sohela Asfour, Nouwar Al-Hamad Sep 2025

The Degree Of Practice Of Human Resources Management Skills By Educational Supervisors In Arab Society Within The Green Line, In Light Of Quality Standards, Sohela Asfour, Nouwar Al-Hamad

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The goal of this study was to examine the extent to which educational supervisors practice human resources management skills among Arab society within the Green Line, in light of quality standards. A descriptive survey approach was employed. For data collection, a questionnaire was designed, consisting of 35 items on a 5-point Likert scale. The study sample included 165 school principals randomly selected from schools in the targeted region, as well as all 72 educational supervisors in that region (comprehensive survey). Results indicated that the level of practice of human resources management skills among supervisors was high. Furthermore, the findings revealed …

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The Challenges Faced By Teachers In Administering Specially Developed Classes In East Jerusalem Schools, Seham Al-Tibi, Nouwar Al-Hamad Sep 2025

The Challenges Faced By Teachers In Administering Specially Developed Classes In East Jerusalem Schools, Seham Al-Tibi, Nouwar Al-Hamad

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

This study aimed to identify the challenges faced by teachers in administering specially developed classes in East Jerusalem schools from the teachers’ perspective. A descriptive survey approach was employed, targeting a sample of 125 male and female teachers in the region. Data were collected using a questionnaire consisting of 57 items. Three independent variables were examined: teacher’s gender, educational stage, and years of experience. The results indicated that teachers perceived the level of challenges as high. Additionally, significant statistical differences were found at the (α = 0.05) level between the means of two domains—school administration and teacher—in relation to the …

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The Degree Of Compliance Of Higher Education Institutions With Academic Accreditation And Quality Standards In West Bank Universities: Perspectives Of Academic Leaders And Faculty Members, Rawan Siaj, Kayed Salameh Sep 2025

The Degree Of Compliance Of Higher Education Institutions With Academic Accreditation And Quality Standards In West Bank Universities: Perspectives Of Academic Leaders And Faculty Members, Rawan Siaj, Kayed Salameh

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

This study aimed to assess the extent to which higher education institutions in West Bank universities are committed to implementing academic accreditation and quality standards, as perceived by academic leaders and faculty members. The sample comprised 659 educational leaders and faculty members, selected through a random sampling method. To achieve the study’s objectives, a descriptive survey approach was employed, using a questionnaire with 40 items. The results indicated a moderate level of commitment among higher education institutions to applying academic accreditation and quality standards. Significant statistical differences were found at the (α = 0.05) level regarding commitment levels based on …

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Tv Versus Video Games: Their Distinctive Effects On Adolescent Behavior And Academic Achievement, Faiaz Rahman, Kathy L. Schuh Sep 2025

Tv Versus Video Games: Their Distinctive Effects On Adolescent Behavior And Academic Achievement, Faiaz Rahman, Kathy L. Schuh

Mid-Western Educational Researcher

The current paper uses data collected from a publicly available, nationally representative data set to examine the effects of TV viewing and video gaming on adolescent behavioral problems and cognitive achievement. Results revealed that extended hours of TV viewing were associated with greater anxiety/depression and antisocial problems. On the other hand, extended hours of video gaming were associated with higher reading comprehension scores. Differing effects of TV viewing and gameplay by an individual’s sex was also found during the analysis. It is also important to note that the opposite effects that the two media has on outcomes, indicate that, although …

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Chacahoula 2025, Volume 92, Alayna Pellegrin Sep 2025

Chacahoula 2025, Volume 92, Alayna Pellegrin

Chacahoula

The 2025 issue of Chacahoula includes December 2024 and May 2025 graduating classes, as well as stunning photography student life on the banks of Bayou Desiard. With features covering students, faculty, and staff, this year's time capsule preserves an academic year in the life of the University of Louisiana at Monroe.

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What Motives Influence Parents’ Commitment To Their Children’S Sport Participation In The United States?, Katherine N. Alexander, Daniel J. M. Fleming, Mitchell Olsen, Travis E. Dorsch, Kat V. Adams Sep 2025

What Motives Influence Parents’ Commitment To Their Children’S Sport Participation In The United States?, Katherine N. Alexander, Daniel J. M. Fleming, Mitchell Olsen, Travis E. Dorsch, Kat V. Adams

Human Development and Family Studies Student Research

Background: The public often places value on youth sport involvement in the United States due to its potential to foster positive outcomes for participants. Although sport parents are key socializers and provide access to appropriate participation opportunities for children, less is known about how their perceptions of their child’s motives influence their sport commitments. Purpose: Therefore, the purpose of the present study was to understand how parents’ perceptions of their child’s motives for sport participation were associated with time/travel sport commitments. Methods: Participants (N = 1250) were parents in the United States reporting on their child’s youth sport participation. Measures …

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September 24, 2025 Blazer Weekly, University Of Alabama At Birmingham Sep 2025

September 24, 2025 Blazer Weekly, University Of Alabama At Birmingham

Blazer Weekly (student newsletter)

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2025 September 24 - Undergraduate Curriculum Council Minutes, Undergraduate Curriculum Council, East Tennessee State University Sep 2025

2025 September 24 - Undergraduate Curriculum Council Minutes, Undergraduate Curriculum Council, East Tennessee State University

Undergraduate Curriculum Council Minutes

The Undergraduate Curriculum Council met on September 24, 2025, to review and approve multiple curriculum proposals across Early Childhood Education and Geosciences. The council approved the previous meeting’s minutes before considering two new Early Childhood Education courses—ECED 3125, designed to strengthen lesson‑planning preparation, and ECED 4160, a STEM‑focused course aligned with updated NAEYC standards. Members also approved a non‑substantive curriculum revision to the Early Care & Education concentration, adding the new courses, incorporating special education and advocacy offerings, eliminating advisor‑approved electives in favor of free electives to reduce CPOS issues, and removing the minor requirement. In Geosciences, three new courses—GEOS …

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