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Understanding the experiences of Latino/a non-academic employees at the University of Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)
Using a narrative methodology of inquiry framed by an intersectionality theoretical framework, the purpose of this qualitative research study was to use testimonios to explore and describe the experiences of Latino/a ...
Establishing a culture of academic optimism in response to changing student demographics within a Missouri elementary school
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)
This qualitative case study was created to study the established and embedded culture of one elementary school experiencing changes in student demographics. The identification of cultural components effective in closing ...
Can you hear me now? The voices of high achieving black males emerge in predominately white high schools
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)
Horace Mann has been recognized as describing education as "the great equalizer." Further examining that statement would unveil American society's admission that there are in fact--or maybe just opinion--inequitable ...
A freshman seminar course evaluation : short- and long-term academic outcomes
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)
Freshman seminar courses are designed to enhance a student's first year experience and help students succeed academically. Review of the literature found studies on seminar courses focused on short-term outcomes such as ...
Analyzing the impact of a 1:1 initiative on student learning outcomes : a focus on low socioeconomic students in the high school setting
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)
The purpose of this quantitative study was to analyze the impact of a 1:1 initiative on English Language Arts (ELA) student learning outcomes for low socioeconomic students. The case study specifically analyzed achievement ...
Meeting the educational needs of farm women : a case study of Annie's Project /
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)
Women farm operators continue to be underserved by traditional models of agricultural education and training. In addition, limited research exists on the specific content and format of educational programs that addresses ...
Prior learning assessment for credit at the University of Central Missouri : a program evaluation
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2018)
Institutions of higher learning have focused recruiting, retention, and persistence efforts on the "traditional" student. In doing so, the retention and persistence rates of the highest growing population in higher education ...
Case study of southwestern Wisconsin conference high school diversity clubs : advisor qualifications, club resources, and multicultural curriculum
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2018)
This mixed-methods case study was conducted to gain principal and diversity club advisor insight into the organization of high school diversity clubs. The focus of this study was specifically on advisor qualifications, ...
Stakeholder perceptions : the impact of a university-based laboratory school on a campus-based university educator preparation program
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2018)
A gap in research on the impact of a university-based laboratory school on a campus-based educator preparation program and a decrease in the number of university-based laboratory schools requires current laboratory school ...
Change champions for student recruitment : leader experiences in managing change for new technology adoption
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2018)
Small, private, primarily undergraduate colleges and universities have been facing challenges in enrollment as number of traditional-aged college students declines and options for obtaining a degree expand. In response, ...
A case study of secondary school leaders' perceptions of attendance policies and procedures used to increase attendance
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2018)
Nationwide, pressures from outside influences such as politicians and educational policy makers are placing schools in precarious situations to make drastic changes in attendance policies to meet state accountability ...
Perceptions of out-of-field teachers of the sustainability of urban teacher quality support systems
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2018)
Educational reform movements set ambitious goals for student learning. Numerous factors contribute to students achieving these goals. It has been widely understood that "the increasing emphasis on quality of teaching and ...
Quantitative analysis of elementary pre-service teacher and educator preparation program performance on the Missouri Content Assessments by race, ethnicity, gender, program selectivity and minority-serving institution status
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)
This study investigated whether differences existed in Missouri teacher certification assessment scores based on Elementary Pre-Service Teacher race, ethnicity and gender, as well as the selectivity level or Minority-Serving ...
Professional collaboration experiences : perceptions of novice teachers
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)
There is a gap in the research regarding structured collaborative processes and experiences that draws a parallel to the disconnections discovered between what is needed to be a successful teacher candidate in the field ...
Does it matters who pays? : an analysis of the relationship between department revenue mix and department faculty perceptions of organizational effectiveness
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)
The study examined one aspect of higher education's uncertainty in its financial environment, whether there is a correlation between faculty perceptions of organizational effectiveness and department revenue mix. The study ...
A study of two turnaround schools : where are they now?
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)
Despite the research on school turnaround, there is a gap in the research regarding rural districts with high poverty levels . This dissertation uses a bounded systems multi-cite case study using the triangulation method ...
Lessons learned in a crisis situation : the Joplin Schools' story
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)
Natural disasters affect millions of lives each year, devastating educational institutions across the world (United States Agency for International Development, 2010). This qualitative study was designed using a case-study ...
Examining racial congruence of students and school personnel to better understand the achievement gap
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)
This quasi-experimental study examined the relationship between student achievement and racial congruence levels of school personnel and students. This was accomplished through the use of publically available data and ...
How the implementation of Professional Learning Communities can affect school culture
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2016)
This qualitative research piece asks former teachers and administrators of a multibuilding rural district to recall their experiences implementing Professional Learning Communities. Their offerings are compared to established ...
Professional development design in elementary school blended learning environments : changes in teacher mindsets and adaptive thinking skills
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2018)
This mixed method convergent study explored the impact of design and delivery of professional development practices in a large, urban school district in Missouri. Certificated classroom teachers at 23 pre-determined ...