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Uab In-Person Commencement Ceremonies At Legion Field Are April 30-May 1, Shannon Thomason

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Study Says Inflammation Seen In Earliest Stages Of Parkinson's Disease, And It Is Different Between Men And Women, Alicia Rohan

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The Relationship Between High-Impact Practices And First-Year Experience In First-Generation Students, Alexis Graesser

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this phenomenological study is to explore the experiences of first-generation college students participating in high-impact practices during their first year. High-impact practices have been defined by the American Association of Colleges & Universities (2018) as first-year seminars, writing intensive courses, undergraduate research, learning communities, diversity/global learning, service learning, and internships. The goal of this study is to offer new discussions and recommendations based off findings and existing literature. While there is research on first-generation college students, first-year experiences, and high-impact practices, little is known about how the first-year experience of first-generation students is affected by their participation …

Second Language Learning Anxiety And Language Mindsets, Brielle Marlow

Senior Honors Theses

In the field of teaching English as a second language, second language learning anxiety (SLLA) arises frequently in students. This anxiety is defined as a situational anxiety that is mainly due to communication apprehension, a fear of negative evaluation, and test anxiety; however, its definition is not limited to simply the fears students face. SLLA influences language acquisition in overwhelmingly negative ways. Reduction of SLLA should be teachers’ primary goal, which is possible when teachers shape language mindsets for the benefit of student learning. Language mindsets are learners’ view on whether their language abilities are fixed or able to be …

Using Sports To Develop Community In The Mathematics Classroom, Benjamin Lawson

Honors Projects

A positive classroom climate and community should be achieved in every classroom (Frisby, 2020, pgs. 199-200). This sense of community is especially sparse in the field of mathematics education. According to the High School Athletics Participation Survey (2019) the number of high schoolers participating in sports continues to rise. Sport ideologies could offer a bridge to connect mathematics classrooms and establish community in ways a pure educational perspective has not been able to. The purpose of this analysis is to shed light on an alternate perspective of mathematics education and incorporate sport philosophies to foster community building by establishing rapport, …

Playground And Garden Design: Troy Christian Early Childhood Education Center, Gabriella Spatz

Honors Projects

The following project is a result of a study of the existing playground and garden at Troy Christian Early Childhood Education Center (TC ECEC) in Troy, OH. The TC ECEC Director wanted research, marketing standpoints, and a re-design for their playground and garden which led to an academic and professional collaboration that crosses into multiple project typologies. The Director consulted with the researcher, Gabriella Spatz, to create a list of necessary inclusions in both spaces which led to proposed floor plans and visuals of the playground and garden respectively. The designs sought to answer two research questions:

1. “What playground and …

Ñe Juon Enaaj Jeḷā Kōkḷaḷ Eban Peḷọk: Teaching Marshallese Immigrants, Riley Post

Honors Projects

Under the Compact of the Free Association (1983) treaties, Marshallese immigrants are free to live and work indefinitely without visas; however, American schools and educators have not been equipped with data and resources that can be used to address the cultural and linguistic diversity of their new neighbors. Therefore, the research question considers which resources and practices can help Marshallese immigrants succeed academically within the American education system. The findings, supplemented by the perspectives of local Marshall Islanders, suggest that educators need increased awareness of important cultural differences and further develop their cultural competency. Language teachers in particular may also …

"You Taught Me Language:" Using Shakespeare To Teach English To Speakers Of Other Languages, Sarah Blake

Honors Projects

This thesis explores how to use Shakespeare effectively in English language education. By considering cultural backgrounds and different translations, ESOL educators can assess what areas students need more guidance in, and how Shakespearean texts can help scaffold those areas. These texts can be used to teach grammar and mechanics as well as literary devices. The most effective teaching methods are also explored: examples of appropriate visuals, classroom activities, and discussion topics are given.

The Experiences Of Black Women Pursuing Advanced Degrees In Stem, Denaja Haygood

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Black women are severely underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields. While the underrepresentation of professional Black women in STEM has been well-researched, the pipeline problem of the education of Black women in STEM has been overlooked. The number of Black women pursuing STEM degrees dramatically decreases as the level of education increases. This gap in the literature is problematic, because Black women are still severely underrepresented in STEM-focused advanced degree programs. A small but growing literature indicates that Black women tend to experience frequent forms of discrimination, feelings of isolation and less satisfaction with their graduate programs, …

How Volunteers Are Making History In A Parking Lot - And You Can, Too, Matt Windsor

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Eagle Baseball Camps Set For This Summer, Georgia Southern University

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• Eagle Baseball Camps set for This Summer

2021-04-26 General Education Council Meeting Minutes, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate., General Education Council.

Faculty Senate Records

Meeting minutes of the General Education Council for April 20 and April 26, 2021.

The Echo: April 26, 2021, Taylor University

2020-2021 (Volume 108)

Hammond plans to lead at Gordon — TU remembers van accident victims — President-Elect Lindsay launches book at TU — TWO Clothing Swap encourages sustainability — University hosts first ‘I Love Taylor’ week in May — A glimpse of being Black at Taylor — Hotmire serves up success for Taylor tennis club — Pressure & Marriage — China and America—who will win? — Showing stewardship beyond Earth Day — Modern Solutions Required — Taylor Theatre produces “Student Body” — Wind Ensemble glorifies God through music — Making films that are “totally buggin” — Cross country senior classes leave behind a …

Yo Pertenezco Aqui: Uncovering The Experiences And Sense Of Belonging Of Latinx/A/O Students At A Predominantly White Institution, Brittany C. Passano

Theses and Dissertations

As human beings, it is essential that we feel included in and connected to the communities in which we function. These feelings of inclusion and connection are referred to as feeling a sense of belonging. As a minoritized student population, Latinx/a/o students experience the difficulty of transitioning into an educational culture that is not prepared to welcome and serve them. The purpose of the following phenomenological qualitative study was to gain an in-depth understanding of the lived experiences of Latinx/a/o students and the ways in which their perceptions shaped their sense of belonging at a predominantly white institution (PWI). The …

201— Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion Within The Department Of Geological Sciences At Suny Geneseo, Maria Leonard

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The field of Geosciences historically has lacked diversity. This lack of diversity is observed at all levels of higher education—for example, 90% of doctoral degrees are awarded to white people (Wilson, 2016) and only 3.8% of tenured or tenure track positions at the top 100 geoscience departments are held by faculty of color (Bernard & Cooperdock 2018). There are multiple reasons at the heart of this issue including the lack of representation which can fuel stereotype threats and imposter syndromes.

This project aimed to take actions that would help grow the diversity, equity, and accessibility within Geneseo’s GSCI department. This …

2021-April-26-The College Tour Etsu Episode, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

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JOHNSON CITY (April 26, 2021) – COVID-19 safety restrictions have led to new opportunities to expand access for college visits beyond traditional in-person tours. A new nationally broadcast TV series created by Emmy-nominated and multi-award-winning producers, The College Tour, has released an episode featuring East Tennessee State University as told through the stories of eight students and two alumni who share their unique experiences and offer an inside look at life on campus and within the Johnson City community.

The first season of The College Tour is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Roku. Host Alex Boylan, who was part …

075— A Test Of The Efficacy Of The Augmented Reality Sandbox To Improve Students' Reading Topographic Map Skills, Megan Jankowiak, Alexandra Ranaudo

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The augmented reality (AR) sandbox is a teaching tool used to connect two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) map representations through modeling. Our hypothesis is: the AR sandbox is effective at teaching topographic map reading skills by comparing pre vs. post test scores. Student data was processed to analyze the efficiency of using the AR sandbox to increase student ability to read topographic maps. Data consists of student answers on a topographic map reading skills test at the beginning and the end of a Historical Geology college course. Between tests, students used the AR sandbox to complete short exercises during multiple …

Five Things You Should Know This Week, Georgia Southern University

A Few Things You Should Know This Week (2020-2023)

• 1. COVID-19 vaccine availability on campus for the week of April 26-30
• 2. Research Symposium this week highlights student research
• 3. College students should prepare now to get both vaccine doses
• 4. New online toolkit now available to help encourage vaccinations
• 5. Volunteers sought for Operation Move-In

University Of Northern Iowa Faculty Senate Meeting Minutes, April 26, 2021, University Of Northern Iowa, Faculty Senate

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Meeting minutes from the Faculty Senate of the University of Northern Iowa.

University Of Northern Iowa Faculty Senate Meeting Agenda, April 26, 2021, University Of Northern Iowa. Faculty Senate.

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Meeting agenda from the Faculty Senate of the University of Northern Iowa.

Alice Fairchild Heath, Alice Fairchild Heath '52

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Alice Fairchild Heath majored in Sociology, served as Kappa Kappa Gamma Registrar, and was a member of the Spanish Club, and the Women's Sports Association. She is the recipient of the 2013 Alumni Loyalty Award. An excerpt from the award citation follows.

"A few of Alice’s accomplishments include receiving Certification as Volunteer Administrator through the National Association of Volunteer Administrators, and serving on the Steering Committee for Rock Valley College Curriculum Development Human Services Dept. In addition, she is Past President of the Northern Illinois Southern Wisconsin Assoc. of Volunteer Administrators and she was named Volunteer Coordinator of the Year …

Men’S Golf Is Two Back After 36 Holes Of The Sun Belt Championship, Georgia Southern University

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• Men’s Golf is Two Back after 36 holes of the Sun Belt Championship

Carl Coolidge To Participate In Apex Career Speaker Series, Georgia Southern University

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• Carl Coolidge to Participate in APEX Career Speaker Series

2021-04-26 Message From The President, Morehead State University. Office Of The President.

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A message sent by the President of Morehead State University to the campus community regarding paid day off and travel on April 26, 2021.

Two Uab Students In Birmingham-Based Color Guard Troop Win First-Of-Their-Kind Awards, Staff

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Daphne Wilkins Final M.A. Portfolio, Daphne Wilkins

Master of Arts in English Plan II Graduate Projects

This is the final portfolio for my Master of Arts in English.

Doctoral Capstone Experience In Academia- Nova Southeastern University, Milady Velazquez De Jesus

Department of Occupational Therapy Entry-Level Capstone Projects

This capstone project was completed in the Occupational Therapy Doctoral (OTD) program at Nova Southeastern University, Tampa, Florida. The capstone experience focused on academia. The final culminating project presents a general overviewed of the planning of the capstone project experience. Two courses that were impacted during my capstone project were OTD8262-Research Design/ Quantitative and OTD-8263 Research Project Implementation. The final project was a Pediatric Skills Camp targeting area that needed improvement to ensure success in level two fieldwork experience. All projects implemented during the capstone experience were completed and students benefit from the materials and learning opportunities provided.

Identidad Personal: Curriculum For The World Language Classroom, Kyrsten Nagypaul

Honors Projects

This project provides accessible, compelling curriculum for Spanish teachers to teach for social justice in their classroom. The integration of other disciplines is integral in making this curriculum accessible and compelling by giving students practical experience with technology, literacy skills, and social skills. More specifically, this project will help them to contribute to the social-emotional health and well-being of their students by supporting the students through an exploration of their personal culture. The curriculum is designed in a manner that is supported by theory and builds upon itself as students move through the experiences.

Bringing The Japanese Occupation Of Korea To High School Classrooms, Bree Rosenberger

Honors Projects

Bringing the Japanese Occupation of Korea to High School Classrooms is a set of three units on the occupation, designed using the Inquiry Design Model from the C3 Teachers. Each unit corresponds to a major time period in the occupation; unit one covers 1876-1919, unit two 1919-1931, and unit three 1931-1945. This project aimed to provide a way to teach the occupation in a manner friendly to high school students and presents an opportunity to align content more fully with the philosophy of social studies education. Finally, it presents a way to teach East Asian history actually from an East …

Protocol For Conducting Procedural Skills Training With Simulators: A Critical Proposal, Gleyvis Coro-Montanet, Julia Sánchez-Ituarte, Ana De La Hoz-Calvo, María Jesús Pardo-Monedero

Higher Learning Research Communications

Task trainer simulators are often used in medical programs for bachelor’s degree students when teaching procedural skills. They provide the opportunity to practice dangerous maneuvers that students are not ready to perform on real patients yet. The rise of technology has vastly expanded the availability of these devices for use in teaching. To develop a protocol that would account for the complexities of psychomotor learning, based on student progress, and improve training quality, we designed a protocol for the bachelor’s degree program in dentistry. We justify the key elements of the proposal and explain the full working protocol.