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Fine Arts Integration In Early Childhood Education Classrooms, Emily K. Flach
Fine Arts Integration In Early Childhood Education Classrooms, Emily K. Flach
Education: Student Scholarship & Creative Works
This study seeks to define the place of fine arts in all early childhood classrooms regardless of subject. This research explored how fine arts can enhance a lesson or a student’s learning experience and the perceived effects of art integration on students and teachers. Research methodology included conducting interviews with practicing teachers in both general and special area education to understand their perspectives on fine arts integration.
Underachievement In Mathematics In The Early Childhood Classroom, Amy E. Lieberman
Underachievement In Mathematics In The Early Childhood Classroom, Amy E. Lieberman
Education: Student Scholarship & Creative Works
No abstract provided.
Enhancing Citizenship In The Elementary Classroom Using Peace Education Strategies, Samantha Weigle, Madisyn Palmer
Enhancing Citizenship In The Elementary Classroom Using Peace Education Strategies, Samantha Weigle, Madisyn Palmer
Education: Student Scholarship & Creative Works
No abstract provided.
Prioritizing The Delivery Of Services To Homeless Students Who Also Have Special Needs, Emily Nolte
Prioritizing The Delivery Of Services To Homeless Students Who Also Have Special Needs, Emily Nolte
Education: Student Scholarship & Creative Works
In the United States there are 234,506 children who are homeless and also identified as having special needs within the 2015/2016 school year. This population experiences extensive biological, psychological, social, and academic needs (Black & Hoeft, 2015; Chow, Mistry, & Melchor, 2015; Gargiulo, 2006; Hernandez Jozefowicz-Simbeni & Israel, 2006). Schools face varied challenges of barriers such as properly identifying students and staff and funding issues (Bowman, et al., 2008; Gargiulo, 2006; Hernandez Jozefowicz-Simbeni & Israel, 2006), while families struggle with issues such as time constraints and high stress levels (Chow, Mistry, & Melchor, 2015; Hernandez Jozefowicz-Simbeni & Israel, 2006). While …
Examining The Impact Of Cooperative Learning Groups On Social Interactions In Inclusive Classrooms, Kendra Strickler
Examining The Impact Of Cooperative Learning Groups On Social Interactions In Inclusive Classrooms, Kendra Strickler
Education: Student Scholarship & Creative Works
Inclusive classrooms are becoming more prevalent in public schools, with many schools using push-in as a support for inclusion. While there is significant research supporting the benefits of push-in on academics for students, little is known about the social impacts of push-in. This study examined the academic and social benefits of a push-in, inclusive education for students with special needs and their general education peers. Previous research has demonstrated that the use of cooperative learning groups can be an effective strategy for inclusion. The focus of this study was on cooperative learning groups in an inclusive classroom. This strategy was …
Se Habla Espanol: Incorporating Spanish In The Early Childhood Classroom, Katharine F. Rozman
Se Habla Espanol: Incorporating Spanish In The Early Childhood Classroom, Katharine F. Rozman
Education: Student Scholarship & Creative Works
“¡Se habla español!” One cannot help but notice this phrase is becoming more and more prevalent in store windows, commercial advertisements, and phone recordings. According to the United States Census Bureau (2013), there are approximately fifty four million Hispanics living in the United States. Furthermore, the number of Latinos living in the United States is projected to grow. The Pew Research Center for Social and Demographic trends estimates that by 2050, Hispanics will make up over 29% of the United States population, whereas Caucasians will become a minority (Pew Social Trends, 2008). Since the population of Spanish-speaking Americans continues to …