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Evidence-based Practices for Enhancing Social Studies Instruction and Developing 21st Century Skills in a Complex World
No full text2025High school students today face an educational landscape defined by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA), shaped by both technical and societal challenges. This mixed-methods study explored how high school social studies teachers perceive Evidence-Based Practices (EBPs), how these practices align with Culturally Relevant Pedagogy (CRP), and how together they influence student preparation for the 6Cs—Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, Connectivity, and Culture—skills essential for thriving in VUCA environments. Guided by Adaptive Leadership Theory (ALT) and informed by CRP, Self-Efficacy Theory, Cognitive Development Theory, and Inquiry-Based Learning, the study employed both statistical and qualitative analyses to examine how teacher beliefs shape culturally responsive instruction, student readiness, and policy directions for equitable, evidence-based teaching. Survey and qualitative data were triangulated using ATLAS.ti 2025. Findings revealed a strong positive relationship between EBPs and student readiness (r = .682, p < .001), with CRP functioning as a partial mediator (ACME = 0.254, p = .004). Ten emergent themes, including differentiated instruction, real-world application, and reflective practice, highlighted the value of culturally responsive instruction in equipping students to address complex challenges. Grounded in Adaptive Leadership Theory and Policy Entrepreneurship, the findings show that aligning stakeholders, fostering readiness, and scaling innovation advance equitable teaching and learning across education, public administration, and other fields requiring inclusive, adaptive leadership.Keywords: Culturally Relevant Pedagogy, Culturally Relevant Teaching, Evidence Based Practices, 6Cs, Adaptive Leadership Theory, Policy Entrepreneurship
Journal of Religion and Society
No full textReligious socialization by parents, which encourages religious participation and affiliation, as well as family upbringing, which instills values like educational success, hard work, resilience, and respect, shape the everyday lives of second-generation Africans. This shaping influence remains central to ongoing scholarly debates, particularly in light of the growth of Pentecostal Christianity within African diaspora communities. Focusing on second-generation Nigerians, this paper explores the role of Christian faith in everyday life within multicultural Britain, thereby contributing to the wider debate on the religion and minority identity. Drawing on semi-structured interviews and diaries written by a sub-sample of participants, this study finds that Christian faith offers guidance and influences participation and settlement among second-generation Nigerians in Britain. Religious lessons provide tools for understanding and drawing intra-racial and inter-racial boundaries, while values like patience, tolerance, and good sociability help individuals manage workplace racism, build broad interracial networks, and progress socioeconomically.2
What is the Effectiveness of Occupation-based Reentry Programs in Reducing Recidivism for Previously or Currently Incarcerated Individuals?
No full textCurrently and formerly incarcerated individuals are those who are or were previously confined to a federal, state or local penitentiary, prison, jail, reformatory, work farm, juvenile justice facility or other correctional institution secondary to a criminal conviction or other legal offense. Compared to other countries, the United States experiences the highest rates of incarceration as evidenced by economic spending of nearly $182 billion each year with 2 million individuals incarcerated at any given time. The preceding high rates of incarceration negatively impact society on a financial level, regarding federal spending and healthcare costs related to common diagnoses of those incarcerated, familial level, and community level regarding safety. The purpose of this analysis was to critically appraise various types of occupation-based reentry programs for previously or currently incarcerated individuals to determine which programs were most effective in reducing recidivism and promoting successful reintegration into society. Outcome measures included records of reincarceration, rearrest, substance use, and continued participation in criminal activity. The analysis revealed that multimodal reentry programs did not significantly reduce recidivism and were inconclusive. Reentry programs focused on either employment training or role fulfillment for incarcerated parents as a single intervention demonstrated significant reductions in recidivism rates following reentry into society. All interventions warrant further research and investigation regarding costs, specific protocols, and time constraints required to make interventions meaningful and sustainable
Journal of Religion and Society
No full textThis paper explores the multifunctional roles of the Porta Mariae, a neoclassical arch built in Naga City, Philippines, in 2010 to mark 300 years of devotion to Our Lady of Peñafrancia. Beyond its devotional purpose, the monument serves as a civic landmark, cultural symbol, and political project. Using a qualitative case study approach—a combination of field observation, resident and pilgrim interviews, archival research, and digital ethnography—this study identifies five core functions: religious threshold, civic marker, collective memory anchor, participatory urban space, and product of church-state collaboration. Framed by theories of sacred space (Durkheim, Eliade), collective memory (Halbwachs, Nora), and the social production of space (Lefebvre), the analysis argues that religious monuments are dynamic, shaping spiritual, social, and spatial identities. The Porta Mariae illustrates how contemporary religious architecture continues to mediate between sacred devotion and civic life in modern Philippine society.2
Critically Appraised Topic
No full textAbstract: The prevalence of stroke represents a critical public health issue, impacting over 795,000 individuals annually, and approximately 610,000 of these prevalences are first-time cases. Stroke prevalence contributes to 17.6% of cardiovascular-related deaths and incurs nearly $56.2 billion in healthcare costs and lost productivity in the United States.
Aim: This critically appraised topic (CAT) is aimed at the effectiveness of constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) in increasing the range of motion (ROM) for functional activities in individuals who have experienced a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). The increasing prevalence of CVA emphasizes the need for effective therapeutic interventions that enhance recovery and improve quality of life.
Methods: This CAT assesses existing level I literature published over the past decade to evaluate the impact of CIMT on range of motion (ROM) and functional outcomes, emphasizing its importance for various patient populations. The analysis synthesizes key findings from multiple studies, examining the mechanisms underlying CIMT's effectiveness, the clinical implications for occupational therapy practice, and the need for program development that addresses societal health requirements. Additionally, the review outlines the criteria for article selection, search strategies, and the limitations of the research, highlighting the thoroughness of this evaluation.
Results: The insights gained from this CAT provide valuable guidance for practitioners, can guide and inform health policy, enhance educational frameworks, and contribute to the evolving knowledge base in occupational therapy. Overall, this research underscores the potential of CIMT as a vital intervention for optimizing rehabilitation in post-CVA patients
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Creighton Law 2025-202