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Changing The Way We Grade: How Teachers Can Use Research To Implement Standards-Based Grading Practices, Angelique Butterbrodt Oct 2024

Changing The Way We Grade: How Teachers Can Use Research To Implement Standards-Based Grading Practices, Angelique Butterbrodt

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

As schools have shifted to become more standards focused, many are shifting to a standards-based grading and reporting system to more closely align these practices with the academic standards. The shift to a new grading system isn’t an easy or quick change to make in any school system, and many schools that attempt this change do not fully consider all of the elements needed for a change of this magnitude. The result is often inconsistent implementation that leads to further confusion about what grades mean. This capstone project examines the research around standards-based grading and how teaching teams are successful …

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Supporting Secondary Math Students In Developing A Positive Math Identity, Sarah Reisdorf Berger Oct 2024

Supporting Secondary Math Students In Developing A Positive Math Identity, Sarah Reisdorf Berger

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

It is not uncommon for students (and adults) to experience anxiety when it comes to math class. The underlying notion that mathematics is simply not meant for some while being meant for others permeates the culture in the United States. For students, the development of their math identities begins at an early age and is heavily influenced by their experiences in school, specifically the math classroom. With so much at stake in terms of identity development, achievement, and future success, this capstone project sought to explore the question: How can students be actively supported in building a positive math identity …

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Building English Proficiency In Young Multilingual Learners: The Impact Of Consistent And Equitable Assessment, Sheridan Mckeithan Olson Oct 2024

Building English Proficiency In Young Multilingual Learners: The Impact Of Consistent And Equitable Assessment, Sheridan Mckeithan Olson

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

ssessment of elementary-aged multilingual learners (MLLs) is often narrowly associated with the ACCESS test, an annual evaluation designed to measure English Language Proficiency (ELP) across the four domains: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. However, research highlights the benefits of equitable and ongoing methods of assessment for MLLs. This capstone project, based on an extensive literature review and a professional presentation of findings, addresses the question: In what ways do frequent, more consistent assessments support early elementary-aged multilingual learners’ English development in all four domains? The research concludes that ongoing, inclusive assessment practices benefit MLLs by providing up-to-date and valid data …

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Increasing Caregiver Involvement In Strengthening Learning Through Movement, Hayley Elbe Oct 2024

Increasing Caregiver Involvement In Strengthening Learning Through Movement, Hayley Elbe

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

The project and paper address the research question of, what resources can educators provide to caregivers to help strengthen learning through movement in the home environment? Research has shown that students perform better academically when they are supported by both their educators and their caregivers, when they have ample opportunities to intentionally move their bodies both at home and at school, and when their educators and caregivers are working together as a team to support them as a person and as a learner. Ten resources have been put together to make up the contents of a movement backpack, which can …

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The Explicit Teaching Of Social-Emotional Skills Through Storytelling, Karen Roussell Oct 2024

The Explicit Teaching Of Social-Emotional Skills Through Storytelling, Karen Roussell

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

State testing pressures and loss of academic time due to COVID (2019) have pushed academics forward while leaving behind Social Emotional Learning (SEL). With little time for SEL, teachers need to integrate it through other content areas. However, educators have voiced challenges when integrating SEL within content. Research has shown an increase in the implementation of SEL but also indicates that not all teachers are formally teaching it. Since not all teachers are teaching SEL, some students do not have access to the necessary resources to gain lifelong social-emotional skills. This creates an inequitable learning environment within the classroom. This …

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Integrating Content And Language Standards To Support English Learners, Alicia Waters Oct 2024

Integrating Content And Language Standards To Support English Learners, Alicia Waters

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

English Learners need academic language support to reach proficiency in both language and content standards. In a school where there is a high number of English Learner (EL) students, considerations for teaching language and content simultaneously throughout the school day need to be made. Co-teaching with EL teachers as well as creating academic language objectives across the curriculum and building an understanding of the WIDA 2020 language standards for all teachers can help EL students make progress toward grade level standards. This capstone poses the question, How can content and language standards be integrated throughout the curriculum to maximize EL …

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From Academia To Character Education: Using Contemporary Neuroscience Research And Executive Functioning Skills To Develop Classical Virtue, Jacob Larson Oct 2024

From Academia To Character Education: Using Contemporary Neuroscience Research And Executive Functioning Skills To Develop Classical Virtue, Jacob Larson

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

The research question explored through this capstone project is: How can a professional development series for teachers foster student development of classical virtue in a neuroscientifically-informed manner? This project is a three-part professional development series with each session focusing on a specific classical virtue (fortitude, justice, or wisdom) and its relation to particular executive functioning skills and neuroanatomy. Once this knowledge is had, the teachers tap into their prior knowledge on classroom practices and combine their new knowledge of virtue and neuroscience with it through a collaborative process which creates high-quality, classroom-applicable ideas for all teachers to implement into their …

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Identifying Inclusive Practices For Youth With Asd In An Outdoor Environmental Education Setting, Clara Zubrick Oct 2024

Identifying Inclusive Practices For Youth With Asd In An Outdoor Environmental Education Setting, Clara Zubrick

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

This project aims to answer how outdoor environmental education programs (OEE) can be more inclusive for youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) through staff training, program design, and facilitation. The research focuses on what inclusive means in the context of OEE, how OEE programs benefit youth with autism, and what specific learning differences and pedagogical approaches need to be considered when designing and facilitating inclusive programs for youth with autism. The project created is a two-day professional development workshop for informal educators working in environmental education settings. The goal of the project is to provide instructional content that increases educators’ …

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Educational Materials On Pollinator-Friendly Yards To Increase Residential Support, Armarie Williams Oct 2024

Educational Materials On Pollinator-Friendly Yards To Increase Residential Support, Armarie Williams

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

There are over 200,000 pollinator species in the world and humans rely on them for a diverse range of wants and needs. Everything from daily nourishment to the global economy can be traced back to these little creatures, yet pollinator populations are declining and at risk of global extinction. The health and future of pollinators relies greatly upon the public's support and evidence indicates residential yards can assist pollinators by providing food, shelter, and refuge. Research shows that awareness of pollinator declines correlates with one’s willingness to partake in pollinator conservation. This project answers the research question: How can educational …

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The Impact Of Restorative Practices On Conflict And Student Perceptions Of School In Secondary School Classrooms, Michael Oberlander Oct 2024

The Impact Of Restorative Practices On Conflict And Student Perceptions Of School In Secondary School Classrooms, Michael Oberlander

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

This capstone sought to answer the question: How can restorative justice practices reduce conflict and increase positive perceptions of school in secondary school classrooms? The historical background of zero tolerance policies and the school to prison pipeline created a need for an alternative approach to punitive discipline in schools. Restorative practices provide an opportunity for students to actively engage in solutions to wrongdoing alongside those that have been negatively affected. Through affective language, group discussion, and a solution focused approach, restorative practices can have a positive effect on socioemotional growth, improved school environment, and the school to prison pipeline. The …

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Increasing Student Retention And Engagement Of Learned Concepts, While Fostering Connections To The Cultural And Ecological Significance Of The Galapagos Islands Through Pre-Travel Lessons And Reflection, Bernadette Heaney-Deuel Oct 2024

Increasing Student Retention And Engagement Of Learned Concepts, While Fostering Connections To The Cultural And Ecological Significance Of The Galapagos Islands Through Pre-Travel Lessons And Reflection, Bernadette Heaney-Deuel

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

Student travel has the potential to provide once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Travel combines authentic experiences and exposure to multiple perspectives in a way unlikely to happen in the classroom. Authentic experiences answer the age-old question, “Why do I have to learn this?” The reason for learning becomes tangible in the moment. Broadening our perspective increases empathy, reduces bias, and improves problem-solving skills. Travel provides the opportunity to experience many perspectives different from those experienced in our daily lives. The impact travel can have on a student can vary based on the experiences before, during, and after travel. Through the use of pre-travel …

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Elementary Educators Building Relationships With Parents And Caregivers, To Promote Student Achievement, Elena Schaust Oct 2024

Elementary Educators Building Relationships With Parents And Caregivers, To Promote Student Achievement, Elena Schaust

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

The link between elementary educators and the parents and caregivers of their students, and their relationships with one another as correlated to possible benefits of academic and behavioral outcomes for the student, is examined. The basis for this author’s inquiry is: What is the intrinsic value of elementary educators building meaningful relationships with parents and caregivers as a means to support positive student learning? The literature review analyzed historical and cultural assumptions, and expectations surrounding relationship building for educators, parents and caregivers. Federal and state mandates, statistics, and strategies on behalf of educators for developing and maintaining relationships are also …

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Competency-Based Grading: Fostering Deeper And More Authentic Student Learning, Ryan Deslauriers Oct 2024

Competency-Based Grading: Fostering Deeper And More Authentic Student Learning, Ryan Deslauriers

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

Models of student learning and assessment have evolved dramatically since the systemization of learning in post-Renaissance Europe and its colonies. The recent emergence and challenges of a competency-based learning model have led many school districts in the United States to begin implementing a grading system more closely aligned with this novel model of learning. This capstone first considers the deficiencies in both traditional and standards-based grading systems to ultimately answer the primary question, How can competency-based grading foster deeper and more authentic student learning experiences? A review of the existing literature concludes that the implementation of a competency-based grading system …

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A Non-Formal Environmental Education Curriculum Using Raptor Ambassadors To Foster Meaningful Relationships Between Diverse Learners Of All Ages And The More-Than-Human World, Danial Davis Oct 2024

A Non-Formal Environmental Education Curriculum Using Raptor Ambassadors To Foster Meaningful Relationships Between Diverse Learners Of All Ages And The More-Than-Human World, Danial Davis

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

This capstone project aimed to create an all ages non-formal environmental education curriculum that intentionally fostered connections between Black and Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) and environmental education and between students of all cultures and the more-than-human world. Research suggested that BIPOC were underrepresented in environmental education programs because many programs were grounded in cultural narratives that overlooked BIPOC perspectives and epistemologies, an injustice known as “ontological distance.” The author’s experience as an educator at The Raptor Center suggested that ambassador raptors such as red-tailed hawks offered highly-engaging subjects for non-formal environmental education activities, particularly for lessons attempting new or …

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Essential Understandings For Non-Indigenous Science Educators When Incorporating Indigenous Knowledge And Ways Of Knowing, Genia Cegla Oct 2024

Essential Understandings For Non-Indigenous Science Educators When Incorporating Indigenous Knowledge And Ways Of Knowing, Genia Cegla

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

Historically, Indigenous Native American voices have been silenced and disregarded as a result of the US’ colonial history. Educators are in a unique position that allows us to begin healing from this past through equity and inclusion which studies show are essential to success for students in school and beyond. While many teachers acknowledge the importance of including Indigenous Knowledge in curricula, they lack the support and resources for how to start. This capstone aims to answer the question: What insights are necessary for non-Indigenous educators when incorporating Indigenous knowledge into climate change curricula? The final project is designed as …

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Navigating Discourse Communities: Intercultural Rhetoric And Genre Pedagogy, K. Elizabeth Reid Oct 2024

Navigating Discourse Communities: Intercultural Rhetoric And Genre Pedagogy, K. Elizabeth Reid

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

To equip English Learner (EL) students for success in college and career, EL instructors should teach not just writing mechanics but how to understand and adapt to different discourse norms. They should also avoid minimizing the techniques of marginalized communities, which leads to this capstone's guiding question: How can EL instructors teach rhetorical conventions in ways that promotes rhetorical versatility, self-esteem in conventions most common to students' cultures, and understanding of what is expected in American academic writing assignments? Intercultural rhetoric and genre pedagogy suggest attributing varying rhetorical norms to different audiences and purposes rather than assigning inherent value. Therefore, …

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Why He Sings: An Action Research Study Using Counternarratives To Affect The Deficit Narratives Attributed To Students Of Color, Tiffany Jones Early Oct 2024

Why He Sings: An Action Research Study Using Counternarratives To Affect The Deficit Narratives Attributed To Students Of Color, Tiffany Jones Early

Theses and Dissertations

There is ample research that shows that students of color are less likely to graduate from college than their White peers. Meanwhile, the demographics of students who enroll in college continue to be more diverse than previous generations. As universities struggle to understand retention disparities, the voices of the students are often eliminated from the discussion. Many university staff members, instead, opt for a deficit narrative to blame what they believe students of color lack that inhibits them from persisting in college until graduation. The purpose of this study is to use narrative inquiry to better understand the educational experiences …

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Full Issue, Volume 12, Number 2, Donna J. Peterson Dr., Scott Cummings, Elizabeth Gregory North Oct 2024

Full Issue, Volume 12, Number 2, Donna J. Peterson Dr., Scott Cummings, Elizabeth Gregory North

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

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Experiential Learning From Stakeholder Perspectives At A University Partnership Program, Maggie M. Shader Oct 2024

Experiential Learning From Stakeholder Perspectives At A University Partnership Program, Maggie M. Shader

Doctor of Education (Ed.D)

The purpose of this non-experimental, quantitative survey study was to determine the stakeholders' perspectives on experiential learning at Canvas College. Experiential learning has potential benefits for students as stakeholders, and internship can be a vehicle for experiential learning. Experiential learning can involve benefits such as employability, real-world experience, calling confirmation and spiritual growth, soft skills, and immediate application of learning. Stakeholders in an internship are not limited to students. Faculty and internship leaders are also stakeholders; however, a partnership program encompasses more stakeholders, including church staff, alumni, and host university staff. The survey was researcher developed and the Cronbach’s alpha …

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An Evaluation Of Burnout As Perceived By Elementary Teachers In Title I School, Lisa C. Haynes Oct 2024

An Evaluation Of Burnout As Perceived By Elementary Teachers In Title I School, Lisa C. Haynes

Doctor of Education (Ed.D)

This quantitative study aimed to evaluate the burnout level among elementary school teachers working in Title I schools. The research used a quantitative, non-experimental design, employing a survey research approach. In this study, teachers in Title I schools were the independent variable, while teacher burnout was the dependent variable. The results indicated that the participants perceived themselves as at a higher risk for burnout than the Burnout Assessment Tool (BAT) norm. The BAT, a self-report questionnaire measuring burnout through dimensions of exhaustion, mental distance, cognitive impairment, and emotional impairment, revealed higher mean scores for these dimensions among the study participants …

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Effects Of Social-Emotional Learning On Student Perceptions Of Themselves, Their Academics, And Their Behaviors, Tera Broderick Oct 2024

Effects Of Social-Emotional Learning On Student Perceptions Of Themselves, Their Academics, And Their Behaviors, Tera Broderick

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

Schools across the country are working with students who face numerous challenges in their daily lives, often leading to disengagement and a lack of readiness to learn. This study seeks to evaluate the effectiveness of integrating social-emotional learning (SEL) into the school day and its impact on students’ academic and social-emotional development. A literature review of existing literature on SEL’s influence on student well-being provided the foundation for this research. Based on this review a self-assessment was given to fourth grade students in a public school in Iowa. Analysis of the results, following the implementation of SEL, revealed that increased …

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Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Restorative Practices In The Classroom, Susan Brown Oct 2024

Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Restorative Practices In The Classroom, Susan Brown

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

This inquiry-based research project evaluates the effectiveness of restorative practices in addressing student misbehavior and improving school culture within elementary classrooms. The study examines the impact of restorative practices, such as restorative circles and conferences, on reducing reported behaviors and exclusionary disciplinary measures such as suspensions, while fostering an inclusive and supportive school environment. The research was conducted at Libby Booth Elementary School, with a focus on two classrooms during the 2023- 2024 academic year. Using a mixed-methods approach, both quantitative data on student behavior and qualitative surveys from a teacher survey were collected and analyzed. The findings reveal that …

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Improving Math Anxiety Through Math Intervention, Nicole Wimmer Oct 2024

Improving Math Anxiety Through Math Intervention, Nicole Wimmer

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

No abstract provided.

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Do The Winners Really Get To Write History? The Use Of Perspective-Taking Journaling In Teaching Multiperspectivity, Rylie Stanton Oct 2024

Do The Winners Really Get To Write History? The Use Of Perspective-Taking Journaling In Teaching Multiperspectivity, Rylie Stanton

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

Understanding multiple perspectives is an essential skill students in a Social Studies classroom need to understand historical events. It is vital for students to understand how these different perspectives drive the cause-and-effect relationship of history. Research notes the importance of teaching multiperspectivity, however, multiperspectivity can be a difficult task for teachers to address and teach effectively. While there are some pedagogical methods to effectively teach multiperspectivity, more methods are needed. This study aims to examine if the use of perspective-taking journal activities can help students understand those multiple perspectives leading to a greater understanding of the causes and effects of …

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Cooperative Learning And The Effects On Knowledge Retention And Positive Peer Relationships, Cathy Ray Oct 2024

Cooperative Learning And The Effects On Knowledge Retention And Positive Peer Relationships, Cathy Ray

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

Teachers have long utilized different classroom collaborative learning strategies such as think-pair-share, partner work, or group projects to enhance student engagement and learning. However, effective implementation remains a challenge, requiring teachers to balance collaborative efforts with individual accountability. Teachers need to balance effective group work while maintaining an expectation of individual work. This study investigates the impact of cooperative learning on knowledge retention and the development of positive peer relationships among students. Based on a literature review about the effectiveness of cooperative learning in education, research was done with two groups of fourth-grade students in a rural, public school in …

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The Impact Of Identifying Early Intervention Needs In Infants And Toddlers, Jennifer L. Mcgregor Oct 2024

The Impact Of Identifying Early Intervention Needs In Infants And Toddlers, Jennifer L. Mcgregor

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

Brain research conducted on infants and toddlers through the past 20 years has resulted in the widely held knowledge that most brain growth occurs in the first three years of a child’s life. That knowledge reinforces the importance of providing early interventions to children as early as possible in order to maximize the brain’s potential for learning. This study analyzes a set of data collected from an area of a midwestern state that encompasses both urban and rural populations as well as a diverse socio-economic population and aims to confirm whether it makes a difference in the learning trajectory if …

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Problem-Based Learning Vs. Direct Instruction: A Case For Independence, Nicholas Heider Oct 2024

Problem-Based Learning Vs. Direct Instruction: A Case For Independence, Nicholas Heider

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

This research study compares problem-based learning (PBL) and direct instruction, to determine which teaching method will increase fourth grade students’ learning independence and problem-solving ability. This quantitative study analyzed pre-test and post-test results, alongside survey responses from two separate fourth-grade classes. One class was taught a unit using problem-based learning, while the other received instruction on the same unit using a direct instruction approach. The statistical analysis revealed no major differences between the two teaching methods, suggesting that teachers should consider their students’ learning styles before selecting a teaching method for a given unit. Although the sample size was small, …

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Enhancing 4th Grade Classroom Engagement Through Flexible Seating And Interactive Learning Strategies., Hannah Goetler Oct 2024

Enhancing 4th Grade Classroom Engagement Through Flexible Seating And Interactive Learning Strategies., Hannah Goetler

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

This inquiry-based research study explores the impact of flexible seating and interactive learning strategies on student engagement and academic performance in a fourth-grade classroom. The study utilized a mixed-methods approach, using both pre- and post-surveys and classroom observations, over four weeks to assess changes in student comfort, focus, and collaboration. The findings showed significant improvements in engagement, with students self-reporting higher levels of comfort and collaboration, as well as reduced off-task behavior. Flexible seating options included wobble stools and floor cushions and fostered autonomy and enhanced focus during lessons. Additionally, interactive learning strategies complementing flexible seating setups, further promote active …

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The Role Of Trauma And Social-Emotional Learning On Academic Achievement, Kayela Gearhart Oct 2024

The Role Of Trauma And Social-Emotional Learning On Academic Achievement, Kayela Gearhart

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

Trauma and social-emotional learning are important issues in today’s educational institutions. This study looked at the impact that childhood trauma and social-emotional learning have on academic achievement so that students who have experienced trauma will benefit. The following research question was explored: What impact does social-emotional learning instruction have on academic achievement? Thirty-two fourth-grade students in two classrooms in one school district in rural Northeast Iowa participated in this study. FAST reading, math, and mySAEBRS data from prior to the implementation of a schoolwide SEL curriculum were compared to data from the same assessments after the SEL curriculum was implemented. …

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Restorative Justice For Classroom Management In A Middle School Classroom, Danielle Lyons Oct 2024

Restorative Justice For Classroom Management In A Middle School Classroom, Danielle Lyons

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

The purpose of this action research was to determine the impact of restorative justice practices on a middle school classroom. The researcher utilized restorative justice practices including daily observations, restorative circles, peer mediation, and conflict resolution strategies. Over the course of six weeks, the researcher monitored progress using behavior logs, student surveys, and behavioral reflections. The research was conducted to determine the effect that these practices have on classroom climate, student behavior and relationships between peers and teachers. The researcher is a 6th grade Science teacher in her sixth year of teaching. The findings revealed an increase in positive behaviors, …

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