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Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologists’ Knowledge, Beliefs, And Practices Surrounding Culturally And Linguistically Responsive Assessment Practices For Dual Language Learners, Rebecca Lynne Jarzynski
Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologists’ Knowledge, Beliefs, And Practices Surrounding Culturally And Linguistically Responsive Assessment Practices For Dual Language Learners, Rebecca Lynne Jarzynski
Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations
Early intervention (EI) speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are required to provide culturally and linguistically responsive assessments for dual language learners (DLLs) within an increasingly diverse population. Previous research has documented gaps between SLPs’ beliefs related to assessments for DLLs and their implementation of best practices within school-based and pediatric outpatient settings. The purpose of this present research study was to better understand the current knowledge, beliefs, and practices of EI SLPs in relation to the use of culturally and linguistically responsive assessment practices within the context of EI programs. A total of 134 EI SLPs completed a nationwide survey in which …
Exploring Social-Emotional Supports In Preschool: A Mixed Methods Case Study Of A Preschool For All - Expansion Program, Hailey Alixandra Manzano
Exploring Social-Emotional Supports In Preschool: A Mixed Methods Case Study Of A Preschool For All - Expansion Program, Hailey Alixandra Manzano
Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations
Social-emotional development has been linked to overall success in school; however, there is limited research on how Preschool for All-Expansion (PFA-E) programs, developed to support children at risk of academic underachievement, impact the social-emotional development of children enrolled. This thesis examines the impact the PFA-E program has on the social emotional development of children enrolled as well as how it impacts development. Data was collected through deidentified Ages and Stages Questionnaires for eight children. This data showed there was no statistically significant change in the social-emotional development of children enrolled; however, four parents and four PFA-E teachers were interviewed, and …
A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis Of Factors Associated With Burnout Among Early Childhood Education And Care Providers, Lee Wells
Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations
Burnout among the early childhood workforce has gained widespread attention in research and policy due to greater awareness of the negative impacts on children, providers, and organizations. Early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers create supportive and nurturing environments that facilitate early learning and development for young children. Accordingly, ECEC providers are the connective tissue between program intentions and outcomes. Despite the critical nature of the field, early childhood providers continue to be underpaid, under-resourced, and undervalued, leading to a high risk of burnout. With turnover rates of ECEC providers higher than ever, the link between burnout and attrition has …