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John: Interpreted by Early Christian and Medieval Commentators
No full textThis Church’s Bible volume on the Gospel of John contains carefully selected and translated homilies and commentaries from such church fathers as Cyril of Alexandria, Cyril of Jerusalem, Gregory the Great, Theodore of Mopsuestia, Augustine, Athanasius, and the Venerable Bede. Ranging chronologically from the second century to the ninth, these substantial patristic selections provide an illuminating window into the breadth of the church’s interpretive tradition on John’s Gospel.https://commons.cu-portland.edu/religionbooks/1000/thumbnail.jp
Project Proposal: Increasing CERFP Activation
No full textThis project proposal is a practicum exercise developed by Concordia University as a Homeland Security and Emergency Management program graduation requirement. The practicum is used to present a practical application for students\u27 cumulated learning process. Students must apply all that they have learned throughout the program to critical thinking and problem/solution analysis within the Homeland Security and Emergency Management field. Students are tasked with teaming up with an organization and a sponsoring employee to identify a problem, thoroughly analyze it, provide multiple solutions, and recommend actions to be submitted in the arrangement of a project proposal. The following proposal was completed for the Medical Detachment of the Oregon CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives) Enhanced Response Force Package (CERFP). CERFP is located at Portland Air National Guard base (PANG) and provided in person collaboration with the student, who, after discussion with unit specialists revealed the underutilization and lack of activation of the unit since its initial establishment. Through analysis of project objectives, organizational restrictions, and solution benefits/disadvantages it was recommended that the Oregon CERFP use a phased outreach campaign that will allow the unit to create clarity in mission capabilities specific to its operating location and improved connectivity with local activators
Leveling Felony Charges for Withholding Evidence
No full textThis Article addresses the intersection of the rule of Brady v. Maryland, 373 U.S. 83 (1963), and ABA Model Rule of Professional Conduct 3.8. Brady requires prosecutors to automatically disclose materially exculpatory evidence in the government’s possession to the defense. ABA Model Rule 3.8 requires a prosecutor in a criminal case “to make timely disclosure to the defense of all evidence or information known to the prosecutor that tends to negate the guilt of the accused or mitigates the offense.” The ABA issued a formal opinion in 2009 which concluded that the prosecutor’s ethical duty under 3.8 is broader in scope than the constitutional requirements under Brady. ABA Comm’n on Ethics & Prof’s Responsibility, Formal Op. 09-454, 1 (2009). Essentially, Brady requires a determination that the evidence would likely produce a different outcome at trial (materiality), but the ethical rule requires disclosure without regard to the impact at trial. In short, Brady and Rule 3.8 impose different standards on prosecutors. The intersection of these principles leads to inefficient and sometimes unjust results. The Article briefly examines, state-by-state, how often and under what circumstances prosecutors face disciplinary action for failure to disclose information and California\u27s state law imposing felony charges on prosecutors for withholding evidence. The Article draws attention to the national conversation and concern centered on prosecutorial misconduct and highlights a number of elected prosecutors who are making headlines for withholding exculpatory evidence. The Article advocates for a revision to Model Rule 3.8 (and its state equivalents) to alleviate ambiguity related to the prosecutor’s discovery obligations and to conform to constitutional requirements. It further supports current initiatives by certain states to incorporate open file discovery and develop independent “prosecution integrity units.
AdvancED Systemic Process Approach vs Michigan Department of Education Non-Systemic Process Approach to School Improvement
No full textThe author of this correlational study examined the differences in academic achievement and school improvement between Michigan schools accredited by AdvancED, which uses a systemic process approach for school improvement, and schools accredited by the Michigan Department of Education, which does not use a systemic process approach. The data for the study was a random sampling of Education YES! self-reports, fed by the School Systems Review (SSR) completed by Michigan-accredited schools and the Interim Self-Assessment (ISA) completed by AdvancED-accredited schools. Schools that follow a systemic process were more likely to be successful than schools that do not. In addition to the SSR and ISA, the author examined the statewide Top-to-Bottom list for comparison. Supplemental tools, the School Lookup tool and the MI School Data portal, provided triangulated data to support the advantages of using a systems approach. The researcher used a comparative quantitative quasi-experimental methodology, which, to date, had not been used to determine the success of AdvancED-accredited schools in Michigan. The findings provide support for the principal arguments addressed in the research that AdvancED-accredited schools score higher in improvement than schools that do not implement systemic reforms
Teacher approaches to writing in science in bilingual elementary classrooms
No full textThis investigation examined the approaches bilingual education elementary teachers implemented to develop student science and English language understanding. In this investigation, teachers used Proficiency Level Descriptors (PLDs) to assess bilingual-ELs’ (BLs) English writing understanding. Teacher interviews, student writing samples, and the collection of artifacts, such as student blog entries were collected as data sources. The findings indicate that teachers have a strong commitment to develop bilingual and bi-literacy competence, build background knowledge, and make connections between home and school. In addition, teachers were found to perceive science and language learning as separate entities and failed to provide evidence of the implementation of the PLDs in science writing as an ongoing assessment
Social Media and Academic Performance: Assisting Academic Achievement for English Language Learners
No full textThe purpose of this quantitative retrospective, causal-comparative study was to examine what, if any, statistically significant difference existed between Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) mathematical and reading achievement of English Language Learners (ELL) in a school using Seesaw—a social media platform—and those in a school not using Seesaw in an elementary school setting in Northern California. The population of ELL third and fourth-grade students within each participating school was 52, for a total of 104 participants. All ELL students in this study come from Spanish speaking homes and were Spanish speakers. Collection of data occurred through the MAP Growth assessments. Once both schools administered the assessments, the data were compared through a two-sample t-test. The archival data from both schools were analyzed and the data supported the alternate hypothesis that there was statistically significant difference exists between MAP mathematical and reading achievement of ELL students in a school using Seesaw and those in a school not using Seesaw in an elementary school setting in Northern California. Recommendations for further research include allowing for a longer period of time besides one school year, and a larger study using other, but similar platforms to obtain specific data regarding the use of Seesaw within the classroom
Project Proposal: Montgomery Security
No full textThis project was assigned by Concordia University’s Homeland Security program as a requirement for a senior practicum. The project is designed to display a student’s culmination of the learning process where theory is put into practice. Students must apply everything they have learned throughout the Homeland Security program towards identifying a problem and developing solutions. Students were required to find a sponsor at an organization or agency of their choosing, and identify a potential problem or threat to the entity. Through a deep analysis of the problem, students will demonstrate their culmination of knowledge, approach the problem and respond with an effective solution in the form of a proposal. This evaluation was conducted for Montgomery Security located in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. An analysis of the company’s operations showed a lack of preparation for hazards and incidents. A Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment (HIVA), was developed for Montgomery Security to help display threats that could disrupt daily operations (See appendix B). To best prepare for hazards and threats identified by the HIVA, it was agreed by all participants (Student, Sponsors and Instructor) that developing an Emergency Operation Plan (EOP) would be the most effective course of action
Case Study: Teacher Perception of a Web-Based Professional Development Training on Research-Based Instructional Strategies and Behavioral Interventions for Teaching ADHD Students
No full textClassroom teachers face challenges in the classroom when meeting the learning and behavioral needs of students diagnosed with Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). To help teachers work through these challenges, a web-based professional development training was implemented at a K-5 elementary school on research-based instructional interventions and behavioral strategies for teaching students with ADHD. The purpose of the study was to: (1) examine teacher perception of the learning from the professional development training on ADHD, (2) identify how teachers used the research-based strategies learned in instruction, and (3) identify trends in teacher knowledge of ADHD after the professional development. Six teachers participated in the web-based professional development. After the training, teachers implemented research-based academic interventions and behavioral strategies with students in their classes diagnosed with ADHD. Findings revealed that after participating in the web-based professional development on ADHD, teacher participants overall knowledge of ADHD increased slightly as measured by the pre- and post-KADDS survey. Teacher participants also indicated that for some of their students with ADHD, the implementation of the research-based strategies resulted in a higher occurrence of on-task behaviors, along with increased attention and motivation. Plus, there was a decrease in disruptive behaviors with some of their students with ADHD. Additionally, teacher participants perceived the web-based professional development was interactive, purposeful, and applicable to their needs in making instructional decisions when teaching students with ADHD
Financial Crisis in Catholic Education: An Evaluation Study of Three Alternative Funding Models.
No full textThe purpose of the study was to examine three different funding models for Catholic Education, and explore how the models meet the goals of Catholic Identity and education. In addition, the study looked to find the feasibility of these particular alternative funding methods to meet any deficiencies seen in school enrollment of at-risk students. The decline in Catholic school education opportunities, specifically within urban areas, is due in part to an exodus of parishioners relocating from urban to suburban areas. This trend affected the traditional Catholic educational funding model as Catholic schools primarily derive support from local parishes within those urban areas. Furthermore, the decline in the supply of nuns who serve as educators resulted in tuition increases to cover the additional cost of salaried teachers in place of the nuns who taught for little or no salary. The rising tuition has made the opportunity to achieve a Catholic education less accessible and affordable for the marginalized population. This study explores three nontraditional funding models that are focusing efforts on revitalizing Catholic education, within urban areas. The Voucher, Corporate/Cristo Rey, and Philanthropy methods were researched through a qualitative evaluation study in an effort to better understand the sustainability and impact each model has on Catholic education. Participants from each model were interviewed to add depth to the document review and enhance understanding from a first person perspective. The major findings revealed a need for funding reform to ensure Catholic education achieves its goals and all models studied have made a significant positive impact on the achievement of those goals. The Voucher model was seen to be the most effective and sustainable across the board as its financial provisions from the government provided a more stable and consistent revenue source
The Perceived Effects of Sorority Chapter Size on the Member Experience: A Qualitative Study
No full textThe purpose of this study was to determine if there was a perceived impact of sorority chapter size on the sorority member experience. The qualitative instruments provided the means to understand the member experience based on sorority chapter size. Fifteen sorority women that affiliated with the National Panhellenic Conference were used in this study. Participants were from chapters around the country and members of various chapter sizes. Theories used to provide the framework for the study were Josselson’s theory of identity development in women, Gilligan’s theory of Women’s Moral Development, Chickering Seven Vectors of Identity Development, and Astin’s Student Development Theory. The study used five themes identified by Cohen, McCreary, and Schutts which were shared social experiences, belonging, support and encouragement, accountability, and common purpose. The main research question for this study sought to explore the lived experience of the sorority members and sorority chapter size. Throughout the research process, the sorority women shared their lived experiences based on chapter size and the five themes. Results from this qualitative study were gathered by using one-on-one interviews along with member checking. Data was analyzed using the Van Kaam method. Based on the information provided by the participants, the researcher found that involvement played a role overall in the sorority member experience rather than the specific sorority chapter size