Student Dissertations

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The primary aim of this dissertation is to address and bridge the pervasive educational gap experienced by African American male students in urban settings.

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This dissertation will examine the beliefs of middle school teachers regarding inclusion and their preparedness to teach students with disabilities.

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The primary aim of this dissertation is to examine how implicit bias influences early identification, referral, and disciplinary practices in pre-kindergarten settings, particularly for children from marginalized communities.

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The primary aim of this dissertation is to examine whether differentiated instruction is significantly associated with improved mathematics achievement among multilingual learners in grades 6–8.

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People classified as twice-exceptional (2e) are those who have been identified as both being gifted while also having a disability, often neurological or behavioral.

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Student self-evaluation and reflective practice in a two-year dental hygiene curriculum. Investigating deficiencies in reflective practice that hinder students’ ability to identify areas for improvement, which may negatively affect clinical competence, professional growth, and patient care outcomes.

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Teaching in the Block Schedule: Supports for Educators to Assist with and Improve the Block Scheduling Transition is an action research project with a goal to support instructional staff as they prepare for the implementation of a block scheduling daily class schedule.

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The aim of this study is to examine how elementary teachers perceive the importance and prioritization of Social Studies within a test-driven accountability climate.

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TBD

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Examine the relationship between play-based learning and social-emotional readiness for kindergarten

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This dissertation examines the career transitions of K-12 educators and leaders into higher education administration.

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To be determined

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The Evolution of Israel Education in Jewish Day Schools Post-October 7, 2023

Keywords: Israel Education, Jewish Bonding, Complex Thinking

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This dissertation examines the cultural heritage preservation practices of Israeli immigrant families in the United States.

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Higher Education Responses to Students with Mental Health Challenges: How Trauma-Informed Practices and Implementation to Support College Students Living with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Leads to Better Student Outcomes.