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What Could School Accountability Look Like In A Post-Covid World?, Joel A. Leader

School Leadership Review

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted traditional school accountability systems, particularly those reliant on standardized testing. This study investigates how three Texas school districts responded to pandemic-related needs and adapted their locally developed Community-Based Accountability Systems (CBAS) to maintain accountability in the absence of standardized test data. Drawing on seven semi-structured interviews with district leaders, the study explores how educational leaders identified and addressed the emerging needs of their communities, such as mental health, technology access, and social-emotional support. The findings demonstrate that districts leveraging CBAS before the pandemic were better positioned to meet these challenges, providing more comprehensive accountability that extended …

2024-10-17 Fys Plan And Sacscoc Accreditation Section 9.3, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

A review of SACSCOC's most recent accreditation report (section 9.3) in relation to the current First Year Seminar Plan discussed at the Faculty Senate meeting on October 17, 2024.

2024-10-17 Notes For The Faculty Senate Open Forum, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

Notes for the Faculty Senate open forum on October 17, 2024 from the Chair of Faculty Welfare & Concerns Committee.

2024-10-17 Faculty Senate Newsletter, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

Faculty Senate newsletter from October 17, 2024.

2024-10-17 Fys Plan And Sacscoc Accreditation Section 10.4, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

A review of SACSCOC's most recent accreditation report (section 10.4) in relation to the current First Year Seminar Plan discussed at the Faculty Senate meeting on October 17, 2024.

2024-10-17 Review Of Faculty Evaluation Plans, Pac-35, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

A review of the PAc-35 Faculty Evaluation Plans discussed at the Faculty Senate meeting of October 17, 2024.

2024-10-17 Faculty Senate Meeting Minutes, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

Faculty Senate meeting minutes from October 17, 2024.

Teachers’ Perceptions Of Preparedness For Instruction During And After Collaborative Planning, Alicia Daniels

Student Theses and Dissertations

Providing differentiated learning experiences for every student is one of the goals behind teacher collaboration (Reeves, 2003, Byrd, 2020). The problem examined in this study was that collaborative planning has been used as a solution to improve instructional quality in low-resourced schools, without assessing the effectiveness of that solution through the eyes of classroom teachers who taught solo. This problem affects teachers who must meet students’ needs during instruction and students who need access to quality instruction to experience success academically. The purpose of this study was to collect the perspectives of teachers who were currently teaching in an urban …

Trust Building Within The Instructional Coaching Process: An Existential Phenomenological Study, Brandi R.M. Jones

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this existential phenomenological study was to understand how teachers experience the trust-building process as they work with instructional coaches. Relational trust theory drove the work done for the study as it structures the elements necessary to build trust in the workplace. This qualitative study explored the experiences of teachers as they work with instructional coaches and their perceptions of how trust is built or areas that may interfere with the building of a trusting relationship. Participants were selected through the use of a group on the social media platform, Facebook. Targeted teachers were secondary teachers that have …

2024-10-15 Strategic Plan Concerns, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate., Morehead State University. Student Government Association.

Faculty Senate Records

A message presented to the Faculty Senate Regent by the Student Government Association Regent regarding the University administration's extended Strategic Plan of 2024 and delivered on October 15, 2024.

Faculty Senate Meeting Agenda And Minutes, October 14, 2024

Faculty Senate Minutes and Agendas

Agenda and minutes from the Wright State University Faculty Senate Meeting held on, October 14, 2024.

Read Alouds In Elementary School, Casey Mccallum

Graduate Teacher Education

Abstract

This paper examined research in regards to the effects of read alouds in the elementary school setting. Read alouds provided educators a way to equitably and inclusively introduce stories to students that will ultimately enhance their reading ability, comprehension, and overall enjoyment of literacy. The research analyzed in this paper consisted of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research. The research looked at the different aspects of read alouds such as interactive strategies, repeated readings, and shared readings; as well as how read alouds impact vocabulary acquisition and social-emotional wellbeing. The research suggested parents and teachers are role models to young …

What Is Truly Best For Students For Them To Succeed In High School Classrooms Today, Matthew Ortt

Graduate Teacher Education

This paper examined research studies that explored what is truly best for student success in the field of education. This topic aimed to determine the best way to teach students or ensure they reach their full potential through research findings from various qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method studies. These studies examined the areas of school start times and student’s daily schedules, academic structure and how classes are being offered, student mental health, and the use of technology in the classroom. The research showed a plethora of ways that could help students succeed and gave great insights into data that may already …

2024-10-11 Faculty Regent Report, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

The Faculty Senate Regent report submitted to the Faculty Senate on October 11, 2024.

Student Development Of Social Capabilities And Life Skills: A Mixed-Methods Study From Pakistan, Aisha Naz Ansari

Institute for Educational Development, Karachi

Holistic development of school-going students has gained momentum. Developing countries need to equip students with skills to thrive in the contemporary world, yet research on this topic in Pakistan is limited. This study, therefore, examines students’ non-cognitive skills (i.e., social capabilities and life skills) using a sequential mixed-methods approach. The sample was selected through multi-stage cluster sampling technique. The quantitative sample comprised students (n=263) from eight schools. The qualitative sample of students (n=16), teachers (n=8), and school leaders (n=4) was purposively selected. The results revealed that students are socially capable and possess basic life skills. However, schools do not explicitly …

Avoiding Stereotypes: Utilizing A Flipped Framework Of Hofstede’S Cultural Dimensions For Teacher-Student Intercultural Awareness, Maha Azzazi

Research and Reflection on Learning and Teaching in Higher Education

Cultural differences are increasingly being analyzed in a globalized world to minimize conflict and optimize successful intercultural interactions. Among the most used cultural frameworks is Hofstede's cultural dimensions. This framework has, however, been criticized as stereotyping nations and individuals from different countries instead of raising awareness and minimizing cultural conflicts. The paper will utilize Hofstede's cultural dimensions to discuss the differences and similarities of cultural behavior within these dimensions. Therefore, a framework will be developed to outline differences in cultural behaviors for educators and students, which can be analyzed on a case-by-case basis without intersecting with nationality and country of …

Transgender Bathroom Rights In K-12 Public Education, Carrieann Olivero

Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)

The purpose of this study is to interpret the sex-based classifications in Title IX and the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment. Between 2016 and 2022, how have circuit courts interpreted the Equal Protection Clause of the 14^th Amendment and the sex-based classifications of Title IX. The study will attempt to answer the following research questions: Does the Equal Protection Clause of the 14^th Amendment relate to transgender bathroom rights? The sex-based classifications of Title IX (of ESSA) as it is applied to transgender bathroom rights? Both the 14^th Amendment and Title IX as applied to …

The Effect Of Small Class Size From Kindergarten Through Third Grade On Eighth-Grade Gender Reading Achievement, Christopher Harry

Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)

This study examined the effect of small class size intervention on student outcomes using reading achievement scores as measured by the Comprehensive Test of Basic Skills (CTBS), a standardized, norm-referenced test, while controlling for independent variables inclusive of students' gender, race, socioeconomic status (SES), and environment. This study included students who participated in a randomized, long-term study, the Tennessee Student Teacher Achievement Ratio (STAR) experiment from 1985 through 1989. The STAR study took place in the Tennessee public school system, encompassing two groups of students: those who received treatment, small class intervention, 657 students, and students who did not, 5,689. …

Why Wasn’T Participation In Government Enough?: A Historical Policy Analysis Of Pig And The Seal Of Civic Readiness, Karen M. Poland, Ed. D., Elizabeth A. Falzone, Ph.D., Dana F. Serure Edd.

Journal of Inquiry and Action in Education

New York State has long been a leader in educational reform, including initiating efforts to enhance civic education. For example, in 1985, concerns regarding the civic and economic literacy of the state's youth prompted the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to mandate a fourth credit in social studies education. This fourth credit required students in their senior year to take two new half-credit courses, Participation in Government (PIG) and Economics. When President Obama signed into law the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) in 2015, its emphasis on college, career, and civic readiness provided an additional incentive for NYSED to …

Examining Administrator Perspectives On Educational Experiences For Ell Students With Disabilities, Karley Strouse, Paula Kellerer

School Leadership Review

No abstract provided.

Holistic Review In Health Professions Education Program Admissions: A Concept Analysis, Andrea N. Bowens

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Health professions education programs often use holistic reviews to promote a more diverse student body, leading to a more diverse healthcare workforce. Although many organizations and educational institutions advocate for holistic reviews of applicants, there are inconsistencies in the literature as to what this practice entails. Thus, the purpose of this concept analysis was to identify the defining attributes of holistic reviews and provide an operational definition. Methods: Walker and Avant’s description of a concept analysis served as a guide for this review. This systematic process included an analysis of current literature, legal proceedings, and organizational documents; identification of …

Elementary Administrators’ Perceptions Regarding Student Discipline, Deirdre Shantay Keys-Brownlee

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

There are high rates of disciplinary issues present in urban elementary schools in the United States, and school administrators need more effective strategies for improvement. Researchers have found that exclusionary discipline practices like suspensions and expulsions are often overused, have questionable efficacy, and disproportionately affect minority students. The purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore elementary school administrators’ perceptions of successes and challenges related to reducing the number of student disciplinary issues. Elements from instructional leadership theory formed the conceptual framework. Data were collected via individual semi-structured interviews with 10 certified elementary administrators in the southern United States …

Catalogs, 2024-2025, Anderson University - South Carolina

Catalogs

The 2024-2025 graduate & undergraduate academic catalog and introduction to the university.

Engaging Conversations About Leadership Communication, Afrini Hossain, Kaiya Nelson, Luke Bahling, Luke Martens, Tyler J. Peil, Barbara Holmes

Leadership Education Books

The book Engaging Conversations about Leadership Communication emphasizes that leadership communication is not just about authority but about influencing and empowering others. It also stresses the importance of understanding different perspectives and recognizing individual viewpoints shape how people respond. Organizational culture is enhanced through communication, and the culture is reflected in communication and trusting relationships. Leadership communication through conversations and skills builds teamwork and trust. Creating an environment where team members feel valued and engaged. Leaders communicate in many different ways to support team members. For graduate students, this understanding is crucial as they often collaborate across fields, work on …

Nebraska Transcript (University Of Nebraska College Of Law), Fall 2024

Nebraska Transcript

Dean’s Message

Alumni Master Jonathan Hatami, ’02, gives a voice to children in court

Ledford, ’25, leads OUTLaw with compassion in mind

Four Nebraska Law students attend Ms. JD Leadership Academy Intensive

Brummond named recipient of Limitless Leadership Award

Black Law Student Association champions representation in the legal profession

Professor Brandon Johnson: examining electoral jurisprudence

Suggs, ’79, reflects on Lennon case after nearly 45 years

Nebraska Law introduces new peer-reviewed law journal

Generations of Law graduates recognized with Nebraska Alumni Association Family Tree Award

Nebraska Law Review hosts symposium on democracy and trust

Cole leads establishment of Nebraska Innocence Clinic …

Middle School Administrators' Perceptions And Processes In Supporting Their Teachers And Students, Moses K. Ochanji, Roxanne Greitz Miller, Benjamin E. Seipel, Erika Daniels, Rong-Ji Chen

Education Faculty Books and Book Chapters

This paper explores the perceptions and processes of middle school administrators in California regarding the support for their students and teachers. Through semi-structured interviews, the study reveals how administrators conceptualize their roles, determine student needs, and ensure the provision of appropriate support. Key findings highlight the importance of a student-centered approach, the integration of social-emotional learning, and the significance of equity and inclusion in middle school leadership. These findings have implications for policy and practice, particularly in the context of professional development for middle school administrators.

Kinetic Modeling Of Dust Grain Dynamics In Electrostatic Sieving, Aaron Berkhoff, Easton Ingram, Fateme Rezaei, Jeffrey Smith, David Bayless, William Schonberg, Daoru Han

Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Faculty Research & Creative Works

A new kinetic particle modeling framework was developed to investigate electrostatic transport of lunar regolith dust particles with applications to the concept of electrostatic sieving. the new approach is based on kinetic particle dynamics and includes major modules of sampling the particle size distribution, solving electric fields, and tracking motion of charged dust grains. a case study for a concept of electrostatic sieving was chosen to validate the new model. the simulation achieved similar performance of particle size classification as reported in the literature. the new model is computationally efficient (takes a few minutes on a PC-type laptop computer) so …

Institutional Pressures On School Leadership And Innovation After Pandemic-Related School Closures: A Phenomenological Study, Gary Eugene Skeen

Educational Leadership & Workforce Development Theses & Dissertations

The COVID-19 pandemic was a phenomenon that caused immediate change to global institutions, including education. As schools created new systems during the pandemic, as restrictions began to be eased, many divisions felt pressure to continue virtual options after schools fully reopened to students. This pressure influenced the decisions made by school leaders, with internal and external pressures dictating how leaders navigated the decisions made regarding virtual learning after pandemic-related school closures. In the presence of the widespread phenomenon of the pandemic, school leaders faced pressures to reimagine learning through innovation or revert to institutional structures normalized prior to pandemic closures. …

Unveiling Resilience And Motivation Through Testimonios: Exploring The Influence Of Trio Student Services On Motivation And College Completion, Emily Leonard Garrison

Educational Leadership & Workforce Development Theses & Dissertations

This dissertation explores the impact of TRIO Student Support Services (TRIO SSS) on the motivation and college completion rates of first-generation rural community college students. Utilizing a qualitative approach centered on testimonios, this research captures the lived experiences of students at a rural community college in North Carolina, focusing on how TRIO SSS influences their educational journeys.

Through narrative inquiry, the study documents the personal stories of TRIO SSS graduates, highlighting the program's pivotal role in enhancing student retention and success. The findings demonstrate that TRIO SSS is essential in providing targeted support that aligns with the students' unique challenges …

October 2024 Bulldog Alumni & Friends News, Kari Jones, Garrett King

Bulldog Alumni & Friends News

October 17-18

Fall Break

October 25

SWOSU Homecoming Mixer

October 26

SWOSU Homecoming

December 13

Fall Commencement

January 16

SWOSU Near You - Music Mixer: Tulsa, OK

February 13-14, 2025

55TH Annual SWOSU Jazz Festival

March 9-15, 2025

SWOSU Giving Week