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Perceptions Of Exclusionary Discipline In Inclusive Classroom: A Phenomenological Study Of Middle School Co-Teachers’ Experience With Special Education Students Of Color
Full text linkExclusionary discipline practices in public middle schools disproportionately impact students of color in special education, disrupting their academic progress and social development. The purpose of this qualitative phenomenological study was to explore how public middle school co-teachers in inclusive classrooms perceive the use of exclusionary discipline for special education students of color. The study explored the lived experiences of eight public middle school co-teachers through three research questions: (1) How do public middle school co-teachers in inclusive classrooms perceive the use of exclusionary discipline for special education students of color? (2) How do public middle school co-teachers in inclusive classrooms describe the factors they believe contribute to the use of exclusionary discipline for special education students of color? (3) How do public middle school co-teachers in inclusive classrooms describe their experiences using strategies or interventions to reduce the use of exclusionary discipline for special education students of color? Grounded in sociocultural theory, this study also used semi-structured interviews to gather insights into central phenomenon. Findings from the study revealed three major themes: (1) exclusionary discipline for special education students of color leads to academic and social disruptions, (2) bias and cultural misunderstandings influence disciplinary decisions, and (3) inclusive and restorative practices are needed to reduce disciplinary disparities. Participants expressed concerns that exclusionary discipline worsens learning gaps and harms student self-perception, citing inconsistent practices, implicit bias, and limited culturally responsive training. Co-teachers also highlighted the importance of proactive strategies, including relationship building, restorative conversations, individualized behavior plans, and collaboration with colleagues
Severe Maternal Morbidity In Twin Pregnancies: The Impact Of Body Mass Index And Gestational Weight Gain
Full text linkObjectives: The objective of this study was to determine whether body mass index (BMI) and gestational weight gain (GWG) are associated with severe maternal morbidity (SMM) in twin gestations.Methods: This was a retrospective cohort of all twin pregnancies delivered at seven hospitals in New York from 2019 to 2023. Multivariable logistic regression modeled the probability of SMM as a function of BMI group, adjusting for excessive GWG, race-ethnicity, and obstetric comorbidity index. A total of 1,976 twin gestations were included.Results: The SMM rate was 14.0 % (n=276).Conclusions: Neither pre-pregnancy BMI nor GWG was associated with SMM, both before or after adjustment for covariates
January 2024
Full text linkNew England Osteopathic Heritage Center\u27s annual newsletter for January 2024https://dune.une.edu/neohc_newsletter/1009/thumbnail.jp
An Exploration Of Educator Experiences Making Data-Driven Decisions Within A Multi-Tiered System Of Support
Full text linkSchool districts across the country often face challenges using data to implement a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) to meet the needs of all learners through high quality educational opportunities. This qualitative investigation explored how educators in a public school district in the northeastern United States experience the collection and analysis of data to inform decision-making within a MTSS. Guided by the theory of planned behavior and employing a phenomenological analysis, this study addressed the inconsistencies in educator training along with a lack of existing literature focused on the foundational elements of data literacy. The research questions focused on understanding data, the scope of data collected and analyzed, and the use of a MTSS. Analysis of semi-structured interviews with seven public school educators yielded four findings: (1) the existence of data in a variety of formats, (2) the lack of consistent expectations around data collection and analysis, (3) collaboration among staff to support student growth, and (4) the lack of awareness and understanding of a MTSS. The study\u27s findings suggest that changes need to be made in the way educators are trained in collecting and analyzing data and how underperforming students are supported in educational learning environments
Interprofessional Collaboration Exercise: Analyzing/Addressing Health Disparities in Rural Maine
No full textThis presentation will aim to discuss the barriers that immigrant populations in rural Maine face while accessing health care and the strengths an interprofessional health care team and framework can have to address these health barriers. Our case will focus specifically on a patient who works multiple jobs, experiences multiple health issues, under strenuous living circumstances. We will also discuss what it means to live under DACA and access health care in Maine. Integrating social determinants of health in a patient-centered, interprofessional healthcare model is the way to improve health outcomes for Immigrant populations in the U.S.https://dune.une.edu/caiepspring2024/1006/thumbnail.jp
Interprofessional Community Schools
Full text linkThis presentation details the key components of community schools and their importance to community members and students alike. Comprised of four primary pillars, these schools focus on expanding learning opportunities, bringing in a variety of student supports, serving families collectively, while emphasizing the collaborative element of leadership. Community schools serve as an integration point of various elements of a community to come together in order to produce maximum benefits for all.https://dune.une.edu/caiepspring2024/1010/thumbnail.jp
Zephyr: The Twenty-Fourth Issue
Full text linkThis is the twenty-fourth issue of Zephyr, the University of New England\u27s journal of creative expression. Since 2000, Zephyr has published original drawings, paintings, photography, prose, and verse created by current and former members of the University community. Zephyr\u27s Editorial Board is made up exclusively of matriculating students.https://dune.une.edu/zephyr/1889/thumbnail.jp
Consequences: Energy Drinks And Oral Health
Full text linkPoster covers the topic of adolescents and young adults drinking energy drinks, a now popular drink. A few things that are found in energy drinks that affect the oral cavity include caffeine, sugars, and acids. With these factors, it was proven that acid erosion and dental caries can be linked to drinking these dangerous drinks, and how harmful it is to this young population.https://dune.une.edu/dh_studpost/1024/thumbnail.jp
The Healing Hive - IPTI Presentation
No full textA reflection on an interprofessional team immersion.https://dune.une.edu/caiepfall2024/1001/thumbnail.jp
Teaching Empathy: Comparison Of A Virtual Reality Experience Using Head-Mounted Display Versus Group Streaming
Full text linkEmpathy, an integral component of bedside manner, correlates with good healthcare provision. Training physician assistant (PA) students using Head-Mounted Display (HMD) virtual reality (VR) contributed to significant empathy increases. This pilot study, which relied on a retrospective analysis, compared a VR experience using HMD to a streamed modality (due to COVID safety) with PA students to measure empathy. We hypothesized that fully immersive, interactive HMD VR would lead to a statistically significant increase in empathy versus the streaming modality. The “Alfred Lab” VR allows viewers to “embody” a 74-year-old African American man with vision and hearing loss. The University of New England PA class of 2021 (n=47) completed the HMD lab while the class of 2022 (n=50) viewed the streaming modality as a group. Identical pre/post surveys were completed by each cohort. Analysis utilized paired sample t-tests, ANOVA, frequency analysis (quantitative), and content analysis with thematic coding (qualitative). Results for each cohort revealed a statistically significant increase in empathy (