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Redlining in Rochester
No full textCore 4990 course assignment Research urban Renewal in the Rochester are
Healthcare Workers and Their Perceptions of Patients with Disabilities
No full textThe presentation is about healthcare workers and their perceptions towards patients with disabilities
Resilience: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study Examining the Lived Experiences of Resilience in Charter Schoolteachers
No full textConcerns about teacher attrition, retention, stress, and burnout are persistent and troublesome in educational settings. The purpose of this study was to examine the lived experiences of charter schoolteachers’ resilience and its association with longevity in teaching. This study found that teachers attribute their resilience to personal and professional relationships and supportive leadership, all grounded in their personal core values and commitment to student success. Adjusting teaching methods, utilizing self-care practices, and advocating for needed resources help charter schoolteachers adapt to challenges and maintain a sense of control and self-efficacy. A new model, resilience-informed support and empowerment twice in teaching (RISE 2 IT) offers a framework to build resilience in charter schoolteachers. This model was created based on the resilience-building strategies the participants of this study described. The model consists of four core principles which are the responsibility of both the teacher and administration and policymakers: (a) resilience training and professional development, (b) institutional support and leadership development, (c) social and peer networks, and (d) equity in resources and life-work balance. The aim of this study was to understand diverse charter schoolteachers’ strategies for perseverance and resilience and offer a contribution that facilitates teacher support, retention, and resilience in understudied educational environments
Elevating Black Voices: The Impact of College Preparatory Programs on First-Year Success and Retention of Black College Students
No full textIn 2019, the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) and the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) reported that Black college students had a graduation rate of just 40%. Minoritized students in general, and Black students in particular, ranked lowest on most statistical measures of success in higher education, despite numerous notable efforts to increase college access. Contributing factors included students\u27 lack of academic engagement, stereotype threat, and experiences with racial microaggressions. First-year completion served as a pivotal predictor of long-term educational attainment, particularly for Black students who faced unique challenges. Studies showed that first-year completion and retention rates significantly impacted workforce participation, socioeconomic mobility, and community development.
This study examined the role of college preparatory programs in addressing these disparities, recognized inequitable access to higher education, and highlighted the broader consequences of these challenges, which included perpetuating cycles of disadvantage and limited economic opportunities. Using a qualitative approach, this research explored the challenges faced by Black college students and evaluated the effectiveness of college prep programs in fostering academic persistence and success. Findings revealed that structured support systems, mentorship, and culturally responsive programming played a crucial role in improving retention rates and overall student success. The study\u27s implications emphasized the need for institutional commitment to targeted interventions that addressed both academic and social-emotional barriers, ultimately contributing to higher graduation rates and greater educational equity for Black students
Stability Analysis and Extension of a Discrete-Time Dynamical System for Scaffolded Learning
No full textVan Geert and Steenbeek [16] proposed a coupled, delayed, discrete-time deterministic dynamical system to model scaffolded learning. We provide a detailed analysis of their model, whose global dynamics are complicated by the presence of intersecting lines of non-isolated, nonhyperbolic fixed points. We also interpret some of the trajectories in the system that have interesting dynamics in the context of the teacher-student interactions, and propose an extension to the model that simultaneously collapses the lines of fixed points to single, isolated points and is easily interpreted. These results provide the foundation for guiding the collection and integration of experimental data to apply the model to inform the teaching and learning process
Formulation Development and in vitro Characterization of Regorafenib-loaded Polymeric Nanoparticles
No full textColorectal cancer (CRC), particularly in its recurrent metastatic form, continues to be a significant therapeutic challenge, with a 5-year survival rate of only 14% for advanced-stage patients. The incidence of advanced CRC has been rising by 3% annually among individuals younger than 50 years since 2010, underlining the need for novel treatment strategies. Regorafenib, a multi-kinase inhibitor, has shown efficacy in the treatment of recurrent metastatic CRC however its use is often limited by severe, sometimes fatal hepatotoxicity.
To address these limitations, regorafenib was encapsulated in polymeric nanoparticles with the goal of reducing its non-specific biodistribution and associated side effects. An oil-in-water (O/W) emulsion solvent evaporation technique was used to develop regorafenib loaded mPEG-PLGA (methoxy poly(ethylene glycol)-poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) nanoparticles. The formulation was optimized for key parameters, including entrapment efficiency of regorafenib and particle size. Additionally, a robust analytical method was implemented for the quantitative detection of regorafenib using High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC). Characterization of the nanoparticles was performed using Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) to assess drug-polymer interactions, transmission electron microscopy (TEM) for morphological analysis, and in vitro drug release studies to evaluate the release kinetics of regorafenib from the nanoparticle formulation.
The optimized regorafenib-loaded nanoparticles demonstrated a particle size of 238.1 nm, with a zeta potential of -8.2 mV and an entrapment efficiency of 68.2% ± 4.7%. FTIR analysis confirmed no drug-polymer interactions and encapsulation of drug while in vitro drug release studies revealed a sustained release profile for the encapsulated drug compared to regorafenib alone. All the results show that the regorafenib-loaded polymeric nanoparticles were successfully developed and may be beneficial in delivering regorafenib in a sustained manner to targeted site of action
The Causes & Possible Solutions to Juvenile Delinquency
No full textThis presentation offers a lot of information on the factors of juvenile delinquency, and insight into current recidivism strategies. It gives an outline of what strategy is the most successful for children to stay out of the criminal justice system in the future
Mia la Cerdita Media Intern
No full textBringing Mia la Cerdita to the world, one post at a time! Through TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram, we’re growing the digital presence of Mia la Cerdita, a character of a book created by students at Fisher (Marissa Terech & Emma Muchow), engaging readers and expanding its audience
Examining Employers’ Perspectives Relating to Early College High School Programs and Employability Skills
No full textThis phenomenological qualitative research study examined employer perspectives on the employability skills of graduates from Early College High School (ECHS) programs. The study investigated the program components that enhance the preparation of employability skills and the systems that support graduate transition to the workforce. Using semi-structured interviews with employer partners and an iterative coding process, three key themes emerged across the data. The key themes highlight the importance of factors relating to workplace readiness, including internships and experiential learning, behavioral and soft skills, and structured transition systems, as critical components in preparing ECHS graduates for employment.
The findings indicate that ECHS graduates exhibit adaptability, curiosity, and a growth mindset, attributes that employers value for entry-level positions across various employment sectors. The employer participants emphasized the importance of career exploration, communication skills, and technical training as part of employability preparation. Structured transition systems, including internships, mentorship, and supported onboarding pathways, were identified as effective strategies for transitioning from school to work. Additionally, the study highlighted the significance of employer-to-school partnerships in preparing ECHS graduates for a successful transition to the workforce.
The insights gained from this study promote an understanding of how ECHS programs can enhance graduate employability preparation. In collaboration with employer partners across diverse employment settings, this study highlights the significance of integrating internships and soft-skills development into curricula. The findings provide recommendations for employers, educators, and policymakers seeking to align secondary work-based learning experiences with workforce needs, while supporting ECHS graduates in achieving long-term career success in an evolving labor economy
Comparing the recidivism rates and rehabilitation programs both globally and locally
No full textI will be comparing the rehabilitation programs helping people who are either in the prison system or have been previously in the prison syste