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6. Communications Policies Of Interest To The Faculty, Saint Mary's College Of California Jul 2024

6. Communications Policies Of Interest To The Faculty, Saint Mary's College Of California

Faculty Handbook

No abstract provided.


3. Academic Policies And Services, Saint Mary's College Of California Jul 2024

3. Academic Policies And Services, Saint Mary's College Of California

Faculty Handbook

No abstract provided.


Index, Saint Mary's College Of California Jul 2024

Index, Saint Mary's College Of California

Faculty Handbook

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2. Faculty, Saint Mary's College Of California Jul 2024

2. Faculty, Saint Mary's College Of California

Faculty Handbook

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Disclaimer And Notice, Saint Mary's College Of California Jul 2024

Disclaimer And Notice, Saint Mary's College Of California

Faculty Handbook

No abstract provided.


Complete Handbook, Saint Mary's College Of California Jul 2024

Complete Handbook, Saint Mary's College Of California

Faculty Handbook

No abstract provided.


Table Of Contents, Saint Mary's College Of California Jul 2024

Table Of Contents, Saint Mary's College Of California

Faculty Handbook

No abstract provided.


4. Administrative Policies, Services And Facilities, Saint Mary's College Of California Jul 2024

4. Administrative Policies, Services And Facilities, Saint Mary's College Of California

Faculty Handbook

No abstract provided.


Revisions For 2024-25, Saint Mary's College Of California Jul 2024

Revisions For 2024-25, Saint Mary's College Of California

Faculty Handbook

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1. Mission, History, General Organization And Governance Of Saint Mary’S College, Saint Mary's College Of California Jul 2024

1. Mission, History, General Organization And Governance Of Saint Mary’S College, Saint Mary's College Of California

Faculty Handbook

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Ensuring The Effectiveness Of Reading And Mathematics Interventions, Bethany Lange Jul 2024

Ensuring The Effectiveness Of Reading And Mathematics Interventions, Bethany Lange

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

With an increased pressure in standardized assessment performance, teachers have the difficult task of ensuring all students test at grade level. The goal of making a connection to each student’s learning style can be a daunting task, but positive results are possible. With research in mind, a school improvement plan was created to ensure the time spent during reading and mathematics interventions is effective. This plan creates a way for educators to assess students and develop the best plan of action for each student’s learning style.


Improving Students’ Sense Of Belonging At School: A School Improvement Plan, Madison Alvarado Jul 2024

Improving Students’ Sense Of Belonging At School: A School Improvement Plan, Madison Alvarado

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

Robust research proves the importance of students' sense of belonging at school and its correlation to academic achievement, positive behavior choices, and a student's overall well-being. This school improvement plan was created to implement strategies that will lead to a significant increase in students' sense of belonging at school. The plan includes incorporating professional development that provides educators with a well-rounded understanding of what a sense of belonging entails, along with structures to help increase it in the students they support. The plan also introduces a student program designed to boost students' positive interactions and, thus, increase their sense of …


Implementation Of Universal Design For Learning In The K-12 School Setting, Jaecy Hauge Jul 2024

Implementation Of Universal Design For Learning In The K-12 School Setting, Jaecy Hauge

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

I am proposing a school improvement plan for Okoboji Elementary School. The goal is to implement a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) with best practices to support increased student achievement. Your support and active participation are crucial in this process. With your valuable input, we can successfully apply this flexible approach to teaching and learning, which has the potential to significantly improve student achievement. UDL operates through a framework that follows three core principles: representation, action/ expression, and engagement. UDL is based upon the most widely replicated finding in educational research: learners are highly variable (CAST, 2024).


Implementing A Flipped Classroom Model: An Improvement Plan For Professional Development In Flipped Classroom Implementation, Nick Demoss Jul 2024

Implementing A Flipped Classroom Model: An Improvement Plan For Professional Development In Flipped Classroom Implementation, Nick Demoss

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

This school improvement plan focuses on the implementation of the flipped classroom model at Carlisle Middle School to enhance student engagement and academic performance. The three-phase plan begins with research-based professional development for educators on effectively implementing the flipped classroom model. By reversing traditional teaching methods, this approach enables students to access instructional content outside the classroom via short videos or articles, while in-class time is dedicated to active learning, collaborative projects, and personalized instruction. This initiative aligns with the Carlisle Community School District’s mission of "Character, Service, and Excellence in Everything We Do," aiming to address disengagement and foster …


Building A Foundation Of Phonemic Awareness In Preschool Children, Marti Meissner Jul 2024

Building A Foundation Of Phonemic Awareness In Preschool Children, Marti Meissner

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

Building strong foundational literacy skills in preschool children has influences academic success positively in all curriculum areas, throughout their school years. Developing phonemic awareness skills is the biggest predictor of future reading success. Providing play-based instruction in the preschool environment is developmentally appropriate. However, researchers have shown that without direct, systematic instruction preschool children show little growth in these literacy skills. Studies have shown that the teacher professional development is necessary in their delivery of explicit and systematic instruction that focuses on phonemic awareness skills such as rhyming, segmentation, alliteration, and beginning and ending sounds in words. Following research findings, …


Enhancing Inclusion Through Universal Design For Learning And Collaboration, Arianna Lumpa Jul 2024

Enhancing Inclusion Through Universal Design For Learning And Collaboration, Arianna Lumpa

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

This school improvement plan focuses on enhancing student inclusion in the general education setting. Inclusion is a crucial topic in schools and this plan aims to clarify what it means and how it can effectively be implemented. The plan explores the barriers and challenges of inclusion, the perspectives of educators and leaders, the role of collaboration, and the use of Universal Design for Instruction in a supportive environment. Research shows that inclusion of students with disabilities is a highly effective strategy that can support students’ academic achievement when implemented correctly. The implementation of this school improvement plan will be facilitated …


Upper Elementary Reading Intervention: A School Improvement Plan, Ginger Wardlow Jul 2024

Upper Elementary Reading Intervention: A School Improvement Plan, Ginger Wardlow

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

Upper elementary students in grades 3rd-5th who struggle with literacy skills can benefit from intensive reading intervention. Many districts have plans in place for students in the early elementary grades. This plan was created to target the 3rd-5th grade student population who is not often receiving intervention despite a deficit in literacy skills. Literacy skills play into all aspects of a student’s education career thus making them an important skill for academic success. This plan allows for educators to work collaboratively to meet student needs through a realistic plan to implement reading intervention with a focus on fluency, phonics, decoding, …


Effectiveness Of Reading Interventions: A Comparison Of Reading Recovery And Systematic Phonics Instruction, Kata Shindelar Jul 2024

Effectiveness Of Reading Interventions: A Comparison Of Reading Recovery And Systematic Phonics Instruction, Kata Shindelar

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

For many students, early reading intervention is necessary for learning to read. The purpose of this action research project was to determine the effects of Reading Recovery intervention and systematic phonics intervention on first-grade students’ reading skills and to determine how the two interventions compare. For this study, the researcher selected 8 at-risk first-grade students who had academically similar reading skills. Students’ academic levels were determined using the Observation Survey assessment and Early Reading FAST assessment. After initial testing, four of these participants were given a 14-week Reading Recovery intervention and the other four were given 14 weeks of systematic …


Effectively Teaching Non-Verbal Students, Lisa Vincent Jul 2024

Effectively Teaching Non-Verbal Students, Lisa Vincent

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

This inquiry-based research explores teaching strategies and assessments that minimize frustration in nonverbal students, thus preventing behaviors that hinder learning. Conducted through a literature review and Google questionnaires, the study also involves distributing questionnaires to special education teachers during professional development workshops. Findings indicate that student-centered approaches and preferred teaching strategies effectively engage students and reduce frustration, regardless of whether teachers are in general or special education. Positive teacher-student relationships were also found to impact student frustration levels significantly. These results highlight the importance of implementing student-centered approaches and fostering positive teacher-student relationships to enhance student learning experiences.


The Impact Of Using Professional Development To Support Language Development Focused Adult-Child Interactions With Toddlers, Denise Mccarty Jul 2024

The Impact Of Using Professional Development To Support Language Development Focused Adult-Child Interactions With Toddlers, Denise Mccarty

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

Young children learn language through interactions with their caregivers. The quantity and quality of interactions between caregivers and children impact later language outcomes. A research gap exists around childcare and the interactions between adults and toddlers. Does professional development on evidenced-based language-boosting strategies provided for childcare workers improve outcomes regarding the quality and quantity of interactions with toddlers in childcare settings? A small group of childcare providers were observed and offered professional development to determine if these strategies could be effectively utilized in the childcare setting. The research revealed that when given the opportunity to learn and improve the quality …


The Impact Of Incorporating Technology On Student Engagement And Achievement In An Elementary Classroom, Amanda Donahoo Jul 2024

The Impact Of Incorporating Technology On Student Engagement And Achievement In An Elementary Classroom, Amanda Donahoo

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

Schools across the country face distracted students who struggle to focus, leading to less engagement and lower academic success. Research has shown that student learning outcomes are often influenced by their level of engagement and that technology can be utilized as a powerful tool for motivation. This study aims to identify the effectiveness of incorporating educational technology, such as one-to-one computers, tablets, and interactive lessons, to increase student engagement and academic achievement so that elementary schools will benefit. Based on a literature review on technology’s impact on education, an online survey was distributed to elementary teachers at a rural, public …


The Intersection Of Culture And Character In Diverse Classrooms, Laura Balmer Jul 2024

The Intersection Of Culture And Character In Diverse Classrooms, Laura Balmer

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

This inquiry-based project aimed to fill a gap in the research about the way a thorough understanding of students’ culture can and should influence teachers’ methods of building character in diverse classrooms. The main cultural consideration in this qualitative research involved the cultural frameworks known as individualism and collectivism. The researcher surveyed ten teachers of diverse classrooms, asking them to thoroughly and reflectively answer eight questions related to culture and character. An analysis of the responses revealed a basic understanding of the cultural frameworks, an agreement that culture does influence character, and a desire to understand more about effectively teaching …


Improving Student Outcomes With Project-Based Learning, Tyler Archer Jul 2024

Improving Student Outcomes With Project-Based Learning, Tyler Archer

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

This capstone project analyzes the impact of Project-Based Learning (PBL) on student outcomes at Indianola High School, specifically focusing on student engagement, self-efficacy, and academic achievement in a U.S. History classroom. Recent declines in student performance, specifically in math and reading, indicate that changes are needed. This study examines the potential of PBL to increase content mastery, critical thinking, and historical inquiry skills among high school students. Through a comprehensive literature review and an action plan created for the specific needs of Indianola High School, this research identifies key benefits and challenges associated with PBL. The research suggests that PBL …


Does A Co-Teaching Model Increase Math Assessment Scores?, Kate Jackson Jul 2024

Does A Co-Teaching Model Increase Math Assessment Scores?, Kate Jackson

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

Research findings demonstrate that using a co-teaching model improves assessment scores in math. Not only do scores increase in math, but the co-facilitating model also has proven to increase inclusion and self-efficacy among students. Studies have shown that having two educators in the classroom allows for the model of one teach and one assist to be highly beneficial. This plan includes a school improvement plan that outline demographics of the school, what the problem is, and actions to take to combat the issue.


Building School Culture Improves Students’ Mental Health, Katie Henrichs Jul 2024

Building School Culture Improves Students’ Mental Health, Katie Henrichs

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

Students are experiencing a rise in mental health challenges, which can have a negative impact on academic performance, lead to an increase in undesirable behaviors, and result in attendance issues. Research shows that creating a positive school community can contribute to the well-being of students. A school improvement plan has been developed to foster a sense of community at Loess Hills. Both students and staff will be involved in surveys, focus groups, and the inclusion of a social-emotional curriculum. Promoting a positive culture where students can thrive can be achieved by raising awareness and providing support for young people dealing …


Improving Literacy Instruction For Young Students With Autism, Angie Geetings Jul 2024

Improving Literacy Instruction For Young Students With Autism, Angie Geetings

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

This school improvement project aimed to identify effective methods for reading instruction for young students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It was hypothesized through exploring peer-reviewed articles that comprehensive reading instruction, tailored to the needs of students with autism, would improve their literacy skills to levels comparable to their typically developing peers. The project reviewed interventions, accommodations, and modifications to provide early reading instruction aligned with National Panel recommendations. Adaptive and interactive shared reading opportunities, such as Adaptive Dialogic Reading, were used. Effectiveness was assessed through teacher observations, student performance data, and standardized reading assessments. Findings indicated that early and …


Enhancing Child Development Using Play In The K-5 Curriculum, Carlee Jensen Jul 2024

Enhancing Child Development Using Play In The K-5 Curriculum, Carlee Jensen

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

This paper explores the integration of play-based practices in K-5 education to enhance holistic child development and address gaps in student achievement. It underscores the cognitive, social-emotional, and physical benefits of play, proposing it as a strategy to improve academic outcomes at Jefferson Elementary School, which faces proficiency rates below state averages. Utilizing data from the Iowa Report Card and FAST assessments, the study emphasizes targeted literacy and mathematics interventions, reintroducing the DIBELS assessment, and adopting a new curriculum aligned with state standards. It advocates for professional development to equip educators with effective strategies for incorporating play into their teaching. …


Using Visual Supports To Assist In The Ecse Classroom To Gain Independence, Shannon Stolen Jul 2024

Using Visual Supports To Assist In The Ecse Classroom To Gain Independence, Shannon Stolen

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

This school improvement plan aims to increase the overall use of visuals in the Early Childhood Special Education Classroom at Spirit Lake Elementary. Targeted areas of improvement include: using a visual schedule, using cue cards, and using the core board independently. By implementing interventions with the adults in the classroom, the plan is set to increase overall independence while using these different materials. Data will be collected daily to document how the young students are responding and using the various visual cue cards. The implementation of this plan in crucial in working with young students with special needs at Spirit …


Speaking Up: A Narrative Inquiry Of International Students' Active Verbal Engagement In Classrooms At A Southeastern American University, Sabrina Xiaoyan Liu Jul 2024

Speaking Up: A Narrative Inquiry Of International Students' Active Verbal Engagement In Classrooms At A Southeastern American University, Sabrina Xiaoyan Liu

Graduate Theses and Dissertations (2019 - present)

This qualitative narrative research investigated successful cases of international students who actively verbally participate and speak up during academic or coursework discussions in the classrooms. More specifically, the aim of this narrative inquiry was to capture the lived and living experiences of English language learners (ELLs) navigating American mainstream classrooms. Moreover, this qualitative study explored how they perceive the impact of their English language proficiency on their verbal engagement during class. I recruited participants through the international office at a southeastern university in the United States. After an initial phone screening session to verify that each interested participant met the …


Diversifying The ‘Hsi Bubble’: Black And Asian Women Faculty At Hispanic-Serving Institutions, Elena M. Venegas, Jacqueline B. Koonce, Lorenza Lancaster, Julissa Bazan, Adriana Garza Jul 2024

Diversifying The ‘Hsi Bubble’: Black And Asian Women Faculty At Hispanic-Serving Institutions, Elena M. Venegas, Jacqueline B. Koonce, Lorenza Lancaster, Julissa Bazan, Adriana Garza

Bilingual and Literacy Studies Faculty Publications

This qualitative case study explored the experiences of seven Black and Asian women faculty at Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). The unique experience of each woman is shared in this paper. Three themes highlight the interconnectedness of participant experiences. The first theme indicated that these Black and Asian women faculty operated in unsupportive microclimates within their HSIs. Secondly, participants communicated a need for representation within the ‘HSI bubble.’ Finally, our participants felt as though their HSIs needed to exercise greater intentionality in terms of truly serving their student populations. Amongst the implications of this research is a better understanding of the experiences …