Novice elementary classroom teachers spend more time addressing off-task behaviors than teaching in the classroom which affects teaching and learning. The problem to be addressed in the study is that elementary education teachers struggle to balance behavior management strategies during instruction because they are not exposed to enough authentic…

This narrative study explored the relationship of coaches and Black male student-athletes seeking to understand the stories of Black male student-athletes, their relationship with their coaches, and the role of the coaches in their academic, athletic, and social identity development. Using narrative techniques, the author worked with three…

The purpose of the Action Research study was to improve the understanding of how quality student-teacher relationships can impact the engagement and learning of students in order to increase their performance in the classroom. Participants and data collected in Cycle One consisted of public school teachers, psychologists, and administrators who…

Virtual learning has been used by K-12 education for decades but has recently been on the rise as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. School districts have found this mode of instruction to be very effective as it offers a personalized approach with greater flexibility for certain learners. This professional practice dissertation discussed the…

As students transition from the calculus sequence to upper-level mathematics classes, many struggle to understand the purpose of proofs and how to produce them on their own. One tool students and mathematicians alike frequently use is examples to aid their understanding and production of proof. Using examples productively has been argued to be…

Leadership in rural schools is well studied and empirical research in teaching retention, job satisfaction, and burnout is also abundant. In the rural school setting, a particular set of challenges exists for administrators to oversee the operations of a school with limited administrative personnel, isolation, and a small population from which to…

Although outcomes of stereotypes, self-fulfilling prophecy, and care have long been examined, student athlete perceptions of stereotypes have not (Dee, 2014; Knust & Fisher, 2015; Lachman, 2012; Noddings, 2005; Riciputi & Erdal, 2017; Schools et al., 2020; Steele & Aronson, 1995). The study's purpose was to examine collegiate…

The increased reliance on Big Data Analytics (BDA) in society, politics, policy, and industry has catalyzed conversations related to the need for promoting ethical reasoning and decision-making in the mathematical sciences. While the majority of professional data scientists today come from privileged positions in society, those processed by the…

African American women have been underrepresented in top leadership positions in colleges and universities, facing social challenges and systems of oppression related to race, class, gender, and marginalization as they strived to advance to top leadership positions. This basic qualitative study, investigating the perceptions of 12 African American…

This qualitative phenomenological study focused on the perspectives from multiple K-5 teachers in the Southwest region of the United States who recently left the profession due to the struggles they experienced in their role during the pandemic. The problem that was addressed was how the Coronavirus pandemic contributed to the high turnover rate…

Non-major music students are an integral part of university music departments, as they both bolster the department's enrollment numbers and bring diverse perspectives to the ensembles, lessons, and classes in which they participate. Although most non-majors focus their time on ensembles, a few choose to include lessons as part of their experience.…

Since the advent of the standardized movement in education, there has been a plethora of research pertaining to the characteristics of successful schools. Even more so, studies have consistently been trying to investigate if there is a proverbial gold standard of what encompasses successful school improvement in low-income communities serving…

This research study examined the impact and use of social media for higher education administrators. Social media has changed how, when and who we communicate with across the globe. It has given educators the ability to communicate across geography, cultures, and languages creating an interconnected community. Higher education institutions (HEI)…

Executive leadership for African-American males in higher education in student affairs at predominantly white institutions remains elusive and requires dedicated insights, critical thought, hard work, and a community of support that manifests itself in many ways. The work is evolving, and higher education administrator must take time to…

The advisory period is a key component of a successful middle level experience for young adolescents. Advisory is designed to be a time when students build relationships with peers as well as one trusted adult, referred to as an advocate. During the advisory period, the academic and social-emotional needs of students are addressed. In order to…