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UNDERSTANDING TEACHER USE OF INQUIRY: INVESTIGATING CATALYSTS AND BARRIERS
(2015-05-08)<p>The purpose of this qualitative, multiple-case study was to investigate the catalysts and barriers related to implementing inquiry-based instruction in elementary school from the perspective of third, fourth, and fifth ... -
UNDERSTANDING THE EFFECTS OF MIXED REALITY SIMULATION ON PRE-SERVICE TEACHER SELF-EFFICACY
(2018-05-01)<p>The purpose of this mixed methods multiple case study was to gain insight into the self-efficacy beliefs of pre-service teachers participating in a curriculum enhanced via mixed reality simulation experiences. There ... -
URBAN SPECIAL EDUCATORS’ PERCEPTIONS OF PREPAREDNESS AND SELF-EFFICACY TO TEACH STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES
(2019-12-15)<p>The purpose of this study was to understand special education teachers’ perceptions of their preparedness to teach students with learning disabilities in urban schools, particularly in relation to their expectations ... -
VETERAN TEACHERS WHO THRIVE AMID THE CHALLENGE AND CHANGE OF THE MODERN EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM: UNDERSTANDING THEIR JOURNEY
(2020-12-15)<p>This qualitative study was designed to explore how experienced teachers who love their work, find value in it, and contribute positively to the work environment sustain their positive mindset in the face of challenge ... -
VIOLENCE IN AMERICAN SCHOOLS: THE IMPACT OF THE NEWTOWN SCHOOL SHOOTING ON SCHOOL PRACTICES AND PROGRAMS, SCHOOL SECURITY STAFF, STAFF TRAINING, AND SECURITY BUDGETS
(2016-05-01)<p>The purpose of this study was to examine changes implemented by public school district personnel in response to the Newtown school shooting that occurred on December 14, 2012. The researcher used the U.S. Department of ...
