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The effects of project-based units and class wide peer tutoring on students in secondary social studies classrooms.

Case, Joshua R. (2012-08-29)

Social studies instruction has suffered considerably due to lack of curricular emphasis, shifts in federal spending, and generally limited pedagogical knowledge and strategies. The purpose of this project, therefore, was ...
Sheltered Instruction Observational Protocol (SIOP) implementation by K-12 mainstream teachers.

Mundo, Korrin E. (2012-08-29)

This paper discusses a study that solicited data from teachers within two small city school districts. The study resulted from a five year federal education grant whose main objective was to provide intensive training and ...
Learning language in the workplace

Trask, Casey Rae (2012-08-29)

Within the United States there is a growing number of non-native English speaking adults who are currently employed or seeking employment in a variety of settings. Many of these adults are limited in their English language ...
A handbook for TESOL student teaching in Puebla, Mexico

Burnett, Bonnie A.; Burnett, Bonnie A. (2012-08-29)

The purpose of this Master's project was to create a handbook to prepare students of the State University of New York (SUNY) at Fredonia to student teach in Puebla, Mexico. The opportunity to student teach in Puebla, Mexico ...
Best practices in the English as a second language classroom for adult refugees.

Nichter, Nicole Elizabeth (2012-08-30)

With the rising number of refugees in Buffalo, New York, this capstone project proposes an ESL curriculum and the framework for a volunteer-run class that is specifically designed for adult refugees who were recently ...
Linguistic simplification of the NYS Global Regents Exam for English language learners.

Aselin, Stephanie Leigh (2012-08-30)

Within the United States there is a growing number of school-aged English Language learners enrolled in the education system. Currently, the content of state assessments is not accessible for English Language Learners as ...
The effects of classroom blogging on reading comprehension and interpersonal contacts among fifth grade students.

DeLallo, Melania Lee (2012-08-30)

A descriptive methodology was implemented through an in depth investigation of the impact of blogging about a novel on developing reading comprehension and interpersonal contacts among fifth grade students. Participants ...
Using graphic organizers to increase writing performance.

Miller, Stephanie Ann (2012-08-31)

This qualitative case study examined the effects of using graphic organizers as a prewriting tool to increase student writing proficiency. Based on a review of the literature, I determined the key components of proficient ...
English language learners' perceptions of high stakes assessments and accommodations.

Taylor, Alina A. (2012-10-02)

English language learners (ELLs) are mandated under federal legislation to take standardized tests in mathematics, even if they arrive in the United States with limited English proficiency the day the test is given. The ...
The Fast ForWard computer program and its effect on second grade struggling readers.

Buchnowski, Amanda C. (2012-10-16)

This descriptive study explored the effects of the Fast ForWord Language Program and its effect on two second grade struggling readers. The study investigated whether the program had helped the students with their overall ...
Planning effective inclusive instruction : utilizing three evidence based practices in inclusive classrooms.

Thomas, Allen L. (2012-10-16)

Due to steady increases in students being diagnosed with disabilities, schools have transitioned to becoming more inclusive. As a result, children with disabilities are receiving more instruction within the general education ...
Exploring the effectiveness of the Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) model.

Walters, April L. (2012-10-18)

Few empirical studies specifically address the effectiveness of the Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) as a professional development tool, an instructional model, or a tool for measuring sheltered instruction ...
Eighth graders' readings of paper and computer screen stories : a case study of one classroom.

Habermehl, Amanda (2012-10-18)

The purpose of this case study explored how three eighth grade students comprehended four chapters from the short story, Hooch. This study investigated how their comprehension of Hooch varied when reading from paper versus ...
Developing Comprehension in Upper Elementary Students.

Britt, Amber M. (2012-10-18)

The purpose of this Master’s Thesis (Project), which resulted in a Professional Development Project, was to explore effective comprehension strategies and their effectiveness on improving students’ understanding. The ...
Building positive identities in high school newcomers with the 6+1 trait writing model.

Cavalieri, Birgit (2012-10-19)

Schools in the United States are faced with an influx of adolescent English language learners (ELLs). To help with positive identity development for ELLs, welcoming environments can support the process of acculturation. ...
A technology integration model for third grade English language arts curriculum.

Goss, Aryle (2012-10-19)

Educational technology in schools can be a forum for providing students with instruction. Through the use of educational technology, teachers are able to scaffold learning, engage students, increase participation and reach ...
Students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders and Other Health Impairments: effects of less versus more restrictive placements on academic achievement.

Flynn, Claire Elizabeth (2012-10-25)

Though federal educational laws mandate that students with special needs must be placed in the least restrictive environment, many students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders (EBD) and others with special needs are ...
Professional development for elementary teachers use of group contingencies for behavior management.

Addison, Danelle (2012-10-27)

Behavior management in the classroom is an important aspect and pressing issue for teachers. When children are disruptive in the classroom, it is not only a problem for their peers and teacher, but it is the disruptive ...
A.W.E.S.O.M.E. community programming in freshman residence halls: education through engagement.

Tierney, Frank William (2012-10-28)

Does residential programming produce important learning gains for college freshman beyond what they learn in the classroom? How do freshman residents in a small, regional comprehensive college feel about these programs? ...
How anxiety affects second language acquisition of high school students.

Snyder III, Gilbert W. (2012-10-28)

In the present study, I sought to measure the relationship between anxiety and second language acquisition in English as a Second Language (ESL) students, as well as students enrolled in foreign language classes (Spanish, ...

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