Browsing School of Education (UMKC) by Thesis Semester "2012 Spring"
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The effects of a computer-based reading support program on the reading achievement of sixth graders
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-05-25)The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of a computer-based reading intervention on the reading achievement of sixth grade students in one elementary school in a suburban school district located in the Midwest ... -
The Effects of Math Recovery on the Low-Performing Mathematics Student
(2012)This study examined the effectiveness of the course, Math Recovery, on a group of ninth-grade students enrolled in the course Algebra/Geometry I measured by course grades and subsequent tenth-grade MAP scores. In addition, ... -
Elementary principals as developers vs. deliverers of district instructional decisions
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-06-13)The purpose of this heuristic case study, also informed through the tradition of critical systems theory was to explore elementary principals‟ “voices” in instructional decisions made by central office administrators at a ... -
Elementary teachers' perceptions of and experiences with culturally responsive pedagogy and diverse students' achievement
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-06-12)The purpose of this heuristic case study was to develop a thick, rich description of the culturally responsive pedagogical practices of teachers and to describe what instruction looks like when students are engaged in ... -
An examination of relationship quality from an attachment perspective: empathy and relationship perfectionism as mediating factors
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-05-15)This study examined the relationships between attachment style, empathy, relationship perfectionism, and relationship quality among a sample of adults currently in a romantic relationship. Based on previous research and ... -
The impact of economic development incentives on public education in Missouri
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-04-25)Economic development incentives are formally intended for use in attracting new businesses to a community or a particular part of a community. Studies of their effectiveness in achieving this purpose show little direction ... -
The impact of instrumental music programs on student achievement in an urban-suburban fringe school district
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-06-18)The purpose of this study is to examine if students that participate in instrumental music programs have higher academic achievement as measured by ACT composite test score than students who do not participate in ... -
Kids aren't buying what we are selling: a quantitative analysis of student dropout and school supports for dropout prevention
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-06-01)The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between the number of administrators and counselors in schools and the graduation rates in those schools. Administrators and counselors work closely with students ... -
Mathematical problem-solving styles in the education of deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-06-12)This study explored the mathematical problem-solving styles of middle school and high school deaf and hard-of-hearing students and the mathematical problem-solving styles of the mathematics teachers of middle school and ... -
The multicultural awareness, knowledge, skills and attitudes of prospective teachers: a quantitative and heuristic phenomenological study
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-06-22)Moule (2005) suggest diverse students suffer isolation, invisibility and inappropriate labeling in many educational institutions. This mixed-methods study explores the multicultural awareness, knowledge, skills, and attitudes ... -
Problematic internet use: exploring the roles of attachment and social competency
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-04-20)Research on Problematic Internet Use (PIU) continues to document harmful effects of Internet use among the college population, yet few theoretical explanations have been offered as a platform to conceptualize the prevalence ... -
The role of the tribal elder in teaching calculus through an ethnomathematics lens
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-04-19)In action research study I was the classroom teacher of high school-aged African American students participating in the six-week summer portion of the Reach Up program. The purpose of Reach Up is to help students improve ... -
Secondary school choral directors' self reported beliefs and behaviors regarding fundamental choral elements and rehearsal approaches
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-06-04)This investigation contributes to the body of research regarding secondary choral conductors' approaches to create desired choral sounds and the pedagogical choices they made to achieve those sounds. Secondary school choral ... -
Teacher social justice advocacy for children: a scale development and preliminary validity
(University of Missouri--Kansas City, 2012-05-18)Social injustices on the school, neighborhood, societal, and family level can affect certain populations of children and these injustices have been associated with school-related consequences, including: unequal access ...