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TEACHERS’ PERCEPTIONS OF STUDENT ENGAGEMENT IN THE URBAN ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM: A QUALITATIVE CASE STUDY
Get PDFare responsible for providing opportunities to use learning strategies in the classroom. The students’ engagement shows an observable reflection of the educator\u27s teaching practice. This qualitative case study highlights teachers\u27 perceptions of student engagement in the urban elementary classroom. The research questions asked about teachers’ perceptions of student engagement and the contribution to student engagement. The research questions also asked about the resources and barriers to student engagement. The theory used for consideration was the bioecological framework by Urie Bronfenbrenner. The theory connected to the importance of systems\u27 role in a child\u27s growth and how they have a crucial impact on their development. The practical implications depicted in the findings were: (a) The critical effects of relationships on student engagement, (b) Building rapport with students and parents, (c) Knowing the students and families and what they need emotionally and academically to succeed, and (d) Providing the social-emotional and educational support families need. The researcher conducted this study in urban elementary schools in South Florida with general education teachers and academic coaches with five or more years of teaching experience. The qualitative case study included one-on-one virtual interview sessions through Microsoft Teams. The findings were categorized into four themes based on the results: Impact on Student Wellbeing, Address the Contributors of Student Engagement, Community Connection and Support, and Challenges
Reformed and Presbyterian Christians in World War II
No full textWhile World War II challenged the emotions of Americans like never before, firm adherents to Reformed theology and those walking with God knew that the Lord’s will would determine any outcome. Such questions remain essential to discover: How did the war impact Reformed Christians? What role did adherents to Reformed theology play in the war? Did the engagement serve as an evangelistic occasion? This article will present the Second Global Conflict from the lens of Reformed Christians. Some soldiers were faithful Christians; others became believers during the struggle. Similar to today, different denominations within Reformed Christianity existed; this article covers a variety of churches and members, accentuating one common theme: united Americans seeking to bring the war to an end
AN EXPOSITORY ANALYSIS OF TEXTBOOK USAGE IN CLASSICAL SETTINGS FOR HIGH SCHOOL BIOLOGY
Get PDFAN EXPOSITORY ANALYSIS OF TEXTBOOK USAGE IN CLASSICAL SETTINGS FOR HIGH SCHOOL BIOLOGY
Kristen Bissontz
Southeastern University, Lakeland FL
The classical model of education has reemerged as a viable alternative to the modern education system. Many of the disciplines taught in a classical school, program or home education scenario appear to align with the classical philosophy with the exception of the sciences. This paper serves to uncover if textbooks are the primary source in classical settings, what resources are utilized, and offers suggestions to better align with the classical pedagogy.
A small sample of classical schools and programs in a five-state area were questioned on their use of biology textbooks in the classroom. Additionally, classical curriculum companies were researched as were several classical and classical Christian programs.
The findings indicate that in the sample population, the vast majority of self-described classical schools were using standard textbooks as the basis for their curriculum. Classical programs, homeschool initiatives, online sources, and books on the philosophy of classical education were also researched with mixed results.
There is a gap in the classical classroom in the area of science materials and pedagogy. Further research is needed in the form of observation in classical classrooms. A true classical science curriculum that returns biology to the realm of natural science philosophy is needed
The Psychological Effects of Solitary Confinement on Incarcerated Individuals: A Systematic Literature Review
Get PDFThis systematic literature review looks at previous research that explores the possibility of a correlation between solitary confinement and the presence of mental illness within those isolated inmates. Twenty percent of prison inmates experience isolation for up to twenty-two hours per day with restricted social interaction and limited amenities (Hagan et al., 2018; Ryan & DeVylder, 2020). Certain inmate demographics are more likely to be sent into isolation in an effort to protect themselves or others, including members of the LGBTQIA+ community, the developmentally impaired, and the mentally ill. However, this practice often has the opposite of its intended effect. For example, in a sample of inmates who were placed into solitary confinement, 91% experienced anxiety, 68% experienced heart palpitations, 70% felt an impending nervous breakdown, 86% felt an oversensitivity to stimuli, 83% experienced social withdrawal, and 77% experienced chronic depression (Haney, 2003). Another study found that isolated inmates were seven times more likely to self-harm than others (Hagan et al., 2018). To combat this issue, prisons should improve the conditions in solitary confinement by providing access to rehabilitation programs while offering limited, yet quality social interaction to rehabilitate the inmates more effectively and gradually encourage reintegrative success into the general prison population and, hopefully, the community
Investing in Health, Not Speed: Alternatives to Medication for Managing ADHD Symptoms in Children and Adolescents
Get PDFThe American culture values speed. While this is often beneficial, making it the chief value is dangerous. In that position, it drives people to pursue instant gratification with minimal effort or risk other values of greater importance. This is evident in America’s medical field, where the rapid results of ADHD medication are embraced at the expense of children’s health. ADHD stands for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, “one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood” (“What is ADHD?”, “Symptoms and Diagnosis of ADHD”). Once it is diagnosed by a clinician, treatment options are evaluated. Medication, both stimulant and non-stimulant, is a primary form of treatment, with 62% of children aged 2-17 taking medication (“Data and Statistics About ADHD”, U.S. Food and Drug Administration). While some may support the use of medication as the primary treatment of ADHD, the reality is that this is an example of where the fastest solution may not be the best and certainly should not be the first. Modifications to lifestyle and social settings can improve ADHD symptoms in children and adolescents with ADHD in the U.S. and should be considered before medication. This becomes clear after analyzing the following three areas: the effectiveness of changing lifestyle, the efficacy of altering social setting, and the harms of medication. More and more American children are being exposed to the risks of medication without other alternatives being considered. American medical experts, schools, and parents must embrace the mentality of seeking medication last to protect children from its risks. If there is the possibility of giving these children and adolescents a better life, does not every American medical expert, school board member, and parent have the responsibility to try
A QUANTITATIVE STUDY OF THE INFLUENCE OF EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE ON THE MINISTERIAL EFFECTIVENESS OF EXECUTIVE PASTORS AS SCORED BY THEIR LEAD PASTORS.
Get PDFOver the past two decades, churches have expanded their pastoral staff to include executive pastors (XP) to support lead pastors (LP) by mitigating stress and enhancing effectiveness (Krenz-Muller, 2022; Tidwell, 2020) in finances, facilities, and governmental entities, and staff oversight and development. This study involved an examination of the relationship between the emotional intelligence (EI) levels of XPs, using the TEIQue-SF (Cooper & Petrides, 2010), and their perceived ministerial effectiveness (ME) as assessed by LPs on the Ministerial Effectiveness Survey (MES; Dobrotka & Frisinger, 2024). The aim of the study was to identify any significant correlation between XPs and ministerial ME ratings provided by LPs and explore the impact of the variables of age, length of ministry, and education level. Data were collected from 30 LPs and their XPs (60 participants) across the United States. The findings revealed that all XP participants self-assessed as having extremely high EI, and LPs rated their XPs equally high in ME. However, no significant correlation between XP EI levels and ME was found due to a lack of variability. This study contributes to the literature by confirming that XPs self-rate highly in EI and supports the assertion that successful leaders possess high EI (Goleman, 2005; Goleman & Boyatzis, 2017). Despite the inability to correlate EI and ME significantly, the dynamic relationship between LPs and XPs concerning EI and ME warrants further investigation
personality types, mission alignment, non-profit organizations, True Colors, employee engagement, South Florida, disabilities
Get PDFA quantitative correlational study examined the relationship between employees\u27 personalities and mission alignment in non-profit organizations serving individuals with disabilities in South Florida. Using the True Colors personality assessment and a custom mission alignment survey, data from 53 employees were analyzed. Findings revealed that the Blue personality type had the strongest effect on mission alignment perceptions, with the Green type also showing significant impact. However, ANOVA results indicated no statistically significant differences in overall mission alignment scores across personality types, suggesting other organizational factors also play a role. Key limitations included a small sample size, which constrained statistical power, and the use of convenience sampling, potentially introducing selection bias. The reliance on self-reported data could result in response bias, and the cross-sectional design limited causal inferences. Future research should employ larger, more diverse samples, longitudinal designs to track changes over time, and mixed-method approaches for deeper insights. The study\u27s findings have practical implications for non-profit organizations, particularly in the areas of recruitment, training, and retention. Organizations should consider integrating personality assessments in recruitment to ensure alignment with organizational missions, particularly favoring Blue and Green personalities. Tailored engagement strategies and mission-centric training programs can enhance mission alignment and employee satisfaction. These approaches can help improve engagement, reduce turnover, and build a dedicated workforce committed to the organization’s mission of serving individuals with disabilities