Theses and Projects from 2017
Incorporating Robotics into the Math Curriculum: A Handbook for the Sixth Grade Teacher, Rosalynd J. Atherton
Computer-Based Technology Programs and the Assessment of Student Reading Scores and Skills Compared to Traditional Assessments, Annamarie Danielson
How Do Communication and Collaboration Affect Engagement with Independent Reading?, Ann Dearborn
Exploring the Use of Raz-Kids as an Instructional Tool in a First Grade Classroom: An Action Research Study, Debra Edwards
The Effects of Community Involvement on the Quality of Life of People with Cognitive Disabilities, Grace Garcia
EFFECTS OF DIGITAL TOOLS ON SECOND LANGUAGE ACQUISITION, Florencia Gascón-Amyx
To What Extent Does Flipping the High School Choral Classroom Impact Student Music Literacy?, Colby Hawkins
What is the effect of digital reading logs on student engagement during SSR?, Itandehui Hernandez
The Effects of Poverty on School Attendance and Academic Achievement in Urban Areas, Morgan D. Jefferson
Antibullying Strategies for Middle School Students in an Urban Setting, Ranondo Johnson
The Impact of Digital Storytelling on Student Engagement, Motivation, and Revision During the Writing Process, Kelly Marie Jordan
Improving the Teaching of Inquiry Methods and Direct Instruction Methods, Danielle Jospin
Technology Use in a High School Math Classroom to Enhance Student Engagement, Joe Madigan
The Effects of a Blended Learning Approach On Math Engagement, Carla Massie
Using an In-Class “Flip” for Differentiation in First Grade, Lori Meyers
The Effects of Reflex Math on Math Fluency and Math Attitude in a Fourth Grade Classroom, Danielle Millward
Enhancing Learning Outcomes for Special Education Students through the Implementation of Evidence-Based Practices in Teacher Collaboration, Erin M. O'Brien
Increasing Students Membership in the Classroom, Karla M. Vale
Theses and Projects from 2016
Establishing the Efficacy of Using iPads/tablets to Increase Literacy in Special Education By Means of Grants, Anamarie Alvarez
Growth Mindset Lessons and the Effects on Middle School Students' Attitudes and Effort in Mathematics, Lauren Arthofer
AUTHENTIC PROJECTS AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENT AGENCY, Andrew J. Biggs II
Effectively Teaching Academic Vocabulary With Technology to Increase Reading Comprehension, Meaghan Brownell
Increasing Positive Attendance through Positive Reinforcement, Daniel Crombie
EXAMINING THE TEACHER’S ROLE IN ENCOURAGING STUDENT AGENCY, Kirstin De La Cruz
Analysis of Secondary Students' Entry and Exit Survey Responses on Learning Styles and the Efficacy of Teaching Techniques in an Atypical Learning Environment, Jonathan Dunsworth
The Role of Alternative and Adult Education in Increasing Graduation Rates, Laura A. Dutch and Christopher A. Hill
The Role of Alternative and Adult Education in Increasing Graduation Rates, Laura Dutch and Christopher Hill
An Innovative Learning Academy Approach to Increasing Early Literacy Performance, Charisse Fernandez
The Effects of Growth Mindset Intervention Lessons on Students' Attitudes Towards Mathematics, Angela Finnegan
Building Awareness of the Connection Between Good Nutrition and Student Success: A Workshop for Preschool Families, Jamari Fredenburg
Differentiating for Gifted Students, Including Low-Income, Students of Color, or Those with a Learning Disability, in the General Education Classroom Urban Education, Shannon Frisinger
What Effects Do Virtual Learning Tools Have on Preschoolers Kinesthetic Learning?, Victoria A. Gaba
Practice Pal: The Young Musician's Best Friend in the Practice Room, Brendan Galvin
Will Innovative Technology and the Flipped Classroom Combined with Inductive Teaching Strategies Increase Student Engagement and Performance, Rose G. Girguis
THE EFFECT OF DIGITAL TOOLS ON READING COMPREHENSION, FOCUS AND ENGAGEMENT, Lisa Gottfried
World Language Educators and 21st Century Teaching, Pedro Jiménez Jr.
Student Controlled Laptops in Accelerated Math 7 Classes, Mark Kleinman
The Effects of Whole Brain Teaching on Student Engagement and Achievement, Jennifer Knox
A Design for a Smartphone Application for Middle School Students with Emotional Behavioral Disorder to Self-Monitor Their Emotions and Behaviors, Lauren Kristin Lee
Personalization in the Classroom: Using Technology to Increase Math Skills, Erin Moore
The Use of PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) During Socio-Dramatic Play to Increase Social Communication for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Kimberly Murphy-Crane
Best Instructional Practices for One-to-One Computer Deployments, Robert Corey Penrose
Algebra Handbook: Ninth Grade Algebra 1 Matters, Brigida Perez
The Effect of Collaborative Learning Activities on Individual Student Achievement, Alexander M. Saslow
WHAT IS THE INFLUENCE OF E-READERS ON STRUGGLING READERS, Kristine Schaffer
WHAT IS THE EFFECT OF BRINGING TECHNOLOGY INTO THE KINDERGARTEN CLASSROOM?, Dina Solberg
Effects of a Self-Regulation Curriculum on Students with Leaming Disabilities, Lisa Anne Tom
Can Technology Successfully Support Differentiation?, Kim Valle
Altering Presentation Order to Increase Vocabulary Acquisition and Retention, Brian Wheeler
Teaching Academic Language and Behavior Skills to Students with Emotional Disabilities: A Field Project, Donna Woody Taylor
Diversifying Technology in the 21st Century Classroom, Marie Zorn
Theses and Projects from 2015
“What Does Differentiated Instruction Look Like in Classroom Practice? Does it work?”, Katherine Devorah Avrukin
Motivating and Engaging High School Students through an Advisory Period, Cimberlee Case
Technology to Engage and Differentiate Instruction for 21st Century Learners, John DiCosmo
The Effectiveness of Digital Storytelling on the Vocabulary Development of English Learners, Freddy Dominguez
English Language Learners: Switching on Engagement Through Technology, Chelsea Gomes
The Significance of Adapting Instruction in the General Education Classroom for Students with Disabilities, Marc Gordan
Ooops! A Comparison Study: Errorless Prompting v. Error Correction Prompting, Megan I. Hardy
Inequalities in Educational Technology, Janelle Harrington McGoldrick
The Effects of Constant Time Delay Procedure on Teaching Content Specific Vocabulary Recognition to English Language Learners, Julie Hockenson
The Use of Collaborative Writing Websites in the Development of Student Writing, Michael Huss
Facilitating English Language Learners Access to Common Core Curricula Through Digital Scaffolding in Project Based Learning, Sherrill S. Kelly
Using Constant Time Delay for Teaching High Frequency Sight Word Recognition to Students with Learning Disabilities, Lisa Kirker
Teaching Conversational Skills via Covert Audio Coaching, Lisa Linehan
Integrating Technology Into Mathematic Instruction, Ian MacMillan
Teacher Lead Workshop: How to Train Paraeducators in Positive Behavior Support, Natalie Oropeza
Gamification for Elementary Classrooms, John Peregoy
Assisting Teachers and Students in Navigating Echo, Julie Picard
Does Purposeful Instruction on Service to the Community Result in Greater Service from the PA Graduates at TUC?, Jennifer Pimentel
Digital Creative Freedom in the High School Classroom, Ryan C. Price
The Effects of Tutorial on the Reading Comprehension Skills of Students in a Support Class, Ashley Nicole Raasch
The Effects of Self-Selection of Homework Problems on Homework Completion and Accuracy Rates, Kelly Rice
The Use of Apps in Physical Education, Brad Rowell
Positive Reinforcement Promotes Students' Academic Success and Behavior Change in a Dual Immersion K-8 Setting, Karina A. Ruiz
Supporting English Language Arts Common Core State Standards Through Culturally Responsive Teaching, Persimmon Smith
Flipping Foreign Language, Mennell Wagner
Theses and Projects from 2014
Building 21st Century Skills Via Student Activities Program Using Web 2.0 and Google Tools, Michelle Balingit
Standards-based Beginning Theatre Class: A Core Subject Model Curriculum, Sheena Antonia Beeson
Ready or Not, Here They Come: A Deeper Look at English Language Learners in the Classroom, Lauren Bledsoe
Black Matters: Cultural Affirmation for Black Students, Keith Brown
Personal Narratives: Integrating Digital Writing with Traditional Writing, Jaime Buschman
Leveraging Technology for Teaching Common Core Math in a 1:1 Environment, Debra Anne Carnes
How can the Positive Behavior Intervention and Support System be used to Transform Cyberbullying Behaviors in an Urban Setting?, Jennifer Castro
The Effects of Social Story Strategies on the Social Skills of High School Students with Intellectual Disabilities, Robin Rome Cooper
Evaluating the Use of A Response Strategy to Teach Traffic Sign Recognition to Students Classified with Moderate to Severe Disabilities, Aliya Cromartie
Professional Development for Teachers: A Coaching Model, Amanda Dowdy
Using Flashcards to Increase the Acquisition of Basic Math Facts for Students with Moderate to Severe Disabilities, Sherry Doyle
Designing Learning Spaces, Applying the Concepts of Visual Communication, Brandie Dugan
Electronic Tools for Formative Assessment, Bradford B. Fisher
The Argument for and Implementation of Blended and Project Based Learning, Brian Ginnever
An Assessment of Community Attitudes and Behavior to Inclusion of Youth with Disabilities in Youth Sports and Recreational Activities, Russell Grindle
Intelligent Tutoring Systems in the Modern Day Classroom, Jason Hagan
Strategies for Successful Transition to College For Students with Asperger's Syndrome, Sandra Harris
Shifting the Paradigm: How to Train the 21st Century Teacher, Karin Hatton
Effects of Singapore's Bar Model Method on Second Grade Students Word Problem Solving Performance, Judith Holbrook
The Effects of Fatherlessness on Academic Achievement and Student Behavior in Urban Education, Camille D. Jefferson
A Model Website for Blended Learning for Mastery, Brady Mitchell