Doctor of Education (EdD) Dissertations
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Doctor of Education (EdD) Dissertations
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Exploring the most effective instructional practices to support student success in the bilingual dental assistant program
Rodriguez, Maria Cristina
Bilingual education is an effective and inclusive method of teaching within U.S. higher education. The dental field is particularly in need of bilingual inclusivity. The best instructional practices in the delivery of a…
Bilingual education is an effective and inclusive method of teaching within U.S. higher education. The dental field is particularly in need of bilingual inclusivity. The best instructional practices in the delivery of a…
Faculty pedagogical methods utilized for introductory statistics courses
Wooten, Trina M.
This is a hermeneutic phenomenological dissertation about faculty members’ teaching methods utilized in their introductory statistics courses. Statistics education changed in the late 1970s with John Tukey’s Exploratory Data…
This is a hermeneutic phenomenological dissertation about faculty members’ teaching methods utilized in their introductory statistics courses. Statistics education changed in the late 1970s with John Tukey’s Exploratory Data…
The relationship between culturally responsive teaching practices and teacher's self-efficacy in K-8 urban choice schools
Dusseau, Robert R.
Since Brown v. Board of Education and the subsequent desegregation of schools, an achievement gap has persisted between students of color and White students, specifically in urban schools. Education has sought to close this gap…
Since Brown v. Board of Education and the subsequent desegregation of schools, an achievement gap has persisted between students of color and White students, specifically in urban schools. Education has sought to close this gap…
Views : situated learning experiences in the school community
Vossenkuhl, Angela D.
This study focused on a situated learning experience with the stakeholders in the school community with the goal of gaining an understanding and perspective of the structures and culture of the school. Situated learning is…
This study focused on a situated learning experience with the stakeholders in the school community with the goal of gaining an understanding and perspective of the structures and culture of the school. Situated learning is…
Students' perspectives of transitioning back to school after a prolonged absence while seeking treatment in a partial hospital setting
Neustadt, Rachel Anne
What are students’ perspectives of transitioning back to school after a prolonged absence while seeking treatment in partial hospital programming? The population for this study was adolescents in a partial hospital program…
What are students’ perspectives of transitioning back to school after a prolonged absence while seeking treatment in partial hospital programming? The population for this study was adolescents in a partial hospital program…
The perception of culturally responsive teaching from the perspective of educators
Davis, Jennice
Given the increasing diversity of school populations, it is imperative that school systems participate in culturally responsive teaching, which highlights the need for teachers to include students’ culture in their learning.…
Given the increasing diversity of school populations, it is imperative that school systems participate in culturally responsive teaching, which highlights the need for teachers to include students’ culture in their learning.…
Improving teacher compensation : an exploration of teacher attitudes
Burks, Robyn
Like most industries, education is facing a staffing and retention crisis, especially during this post-pandemic climate. Hiring and retaining teachers to work with the most at-risk, low-performing students and at hard-to-staff schools…
Like most industries, education is facing a staffing and retention crisis, especially during this post-pandemic climate. Hiring and retaining teachers to work with the most at-risk, low-performing students and at hard-to-staff schools…
Community member involvement in school-based prevention : bridging gaps to adult connection in educational institutions
Roby, LaTreece N.
Teen mental health and connectedness to school are interconnected factors that significantly influence a teenager's present and future life outcomes. In response to a decrease in feelings of school connectedness and a increase in…
Teen mental health and connectedness to school are interconnected factors that significantly influence a teenager's present and future life outcomes. In response to a decrease in feelings of school connectedness and a increase in…
Examining the relationship between mission statements, strategic plans, and a college's ability to commit to long-term operating sustainability
Jackson, Quentin E.
I am interested in the long-term operating sustainability of colleges and universities. I discovered that the relevant literature in this area has identified mission statements, strategic plans, continuity and information…
I am interested in the long-term operating sustainability of colleges and universities. I discovered that the relevant literature in this area has identified mission statements, strategic plans, continuity and information…
Exploring the socialization experiences of nontraditional Black women in doctoral programs : a phenomenological study
Tardy, Tiffany
Degree attainment continues to increase for Black women at every level, yet their completion rates at the doctoral level are still disproportionate in comparison to White graduates (National Center of Education Statistics, 2020).…
Degree attainment continues to increase for Black women at every level, yet their completion rates at the doctoral level are still disproportionate in comparison to White graduates (National Center of Education Statistics, 2020).…
Reconceptualizing creativity : creativity as embodied practice as research
Teague-Mann, Christina
Predominant models for creativity are highly computational leaving considerations of embodiment out of the process. The question of the role of the body in creativity has been widely debated in the field of creativity. The…
Predominant models for creativity are highly computational leaving considerations of embodiment out of the process. The question of the role of the body in creativity has been widely debated in the field of creativity. The…
Artist-educators’ experiences with identity and representation in theatre arts learning spaces
Carpenter, Bonnie
Educational institutions struggle to find balance between free speech, academic freedom, and the advancement of representation and identity, specifically in theatre programs and arts communities. Artist–educators seem…
Educational institutions struggle to find balance between free speech, academic freedom, and the advancement of representation and identity, specifically in theatre programs and arts communities. Artist–educators seem…
The creation and validation of the differentiation of self questionnaire
Jacobs, Greg G.
This study reports the creation and validation of The Differentiation of Self Questionnaire (DSQ), a measure of Bowen’s construct Differentiation of Self (DoS), through three-studies. In Study One, Creation the DSQ is created with…
This study reports the creation and validation of The Differentiation of Self Questionnaire (DSQ), a measure of Bowen’s construct Differentiation of Self (DoS), through three-studies. In Study One, Creation the DSQ is created with…
The impact of structural oppression and systemic racism on the post-secondary pathway of African American girls and women in a major metropolitan area of the Midwest
Haynes, Tameka N.
This phenomenological study sought to understand the impact of structural oppression and systemic racism on the post-secondary pathway of African American girls and women in a major metropolitan area of the Midwest. Participants…
This phenomenological study sought to understand the impact of structural oppression and systemic racism on the post-secondary pathway of African American girls and women in a major metropolitan area of the Midwest. Participants…
Still unfolding through time and space : a qualitative phenomenological pilot study of education at 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Egger, Owen R. S.
This dissertation presents an in-depth case study of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum (9/11 Memorial) as an alternative learning space. The study explores the unique pedagogical and andragogical practices, technology…
This dissertation presents an in-depth case study of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum (9/11 Memorial) as an alternative learning space. The study explores the unique pedagogical and andragogical practices, technology…
Unlocking the path to success : exploring Vincent Tinto’s theory of student persistence for the historically underrepresented students in higher education
Davis, Taiyani
This case study examined if Tinto’s theory of student persistence is applicable to retention of historically underrepresented students at one institution of higher education. This research identified possible ways educators can…
This case study examined if Tinto’s theory of student persistence is applicable to retention of historically underrepresented students at one institution of higher education. This research identified possible ways educators can…
The impact of a system wide integration of Indigenous Knowledge on students, staff and community
Paap, Beth
The history of the American public school system has used a curriculum and educational approach that lacks a diversity of cultural epistemologies and pedagogy. Of note is a profound lack of Indigenous Knowledge subjects taught. This…
The history of the American public school system has used a curriculum and educational approach that lacks a diversity of cultural epistemologies and pedagogy. Of note is a profound lack of Indigenous Knowledge subjects taught. This…
Managing performance through achievement impact presentations
Carter, Kimberly M.
Despite numerous efforts to improve schools and districts across the country, a significant number of students continue to be left behind. Increased accountability pressures require that district leaders seek ways to monitor…
Despite numerous efforts to improve schools and districts across the country, a significant number of students continue to be left behind. Increased accountability pressures require that district leaders seek ways to monitor…
Learning style preferences of female undergraduate students in the U.S. and possible associations with selected ‘hard’ vs. ‘soft’ academic majors
Babayev, Roland
Studies have shown that demotivation and dissatisfaction can occur when learning style preferences and teaching methods are misaligned. Taking student learning styles into consideration as an instructor is therefore important. …
Studies have shown that demotivation and dissatisfaction can occur when learning style preferences and teaching methods are misaligned. Taking student learning styles into consideration as an instructor is therefore important. …
Factors influencing retention and completion of Native American college students at non-tribal community and technical colleges
Cheatham Hathaway, Kathleen D.
This study aimed to determine the factors that encourage or create barriers to Native American student retention at non-tribal community and technical colleges. This qualitative multiple case study gathered data from…
This study aimed to determine the factors that encourage or create barriers to Native American student retention at non-tribal community and technical colleges. This qualitative multiple case study gathered data from…
Beyond “Here’s the question, let’s solve it”: Teachers planning generative questions for mathematical problem solving
Wolgan, Wendy
Critical thinking and problem solving are essential components for students to persevere in solving challenging real-world problems. With fewer students accessing upper level mathematics courses and careers, this reality is…
Critical thinking and problem solving are essential components for students to persevere in solving challenging real-world problems. With fewer students accessing upper level mathematics courses and careers, this reality is…
How does participation in K-12 bilingual education in a large urban district within a Midwestern city influence the postsecondary pathways and outcomes of Latinos?
Trejo, Rocío
National statistics indicate Latinos are a growing demographic across the U.S. Additionally, census data shows Latinos have low college enrollment and completion rates. Bilingual education is a venue through which many Latinos are…
National statistics indicate Latinos are a growing demographic across the U.S. Additionally, census data shows Latinos have low college enrollment and completion rates. Bilingual education is a venue through which many Latinos are…
Opening the doors to self-contained special education classrooms: Perspectives on their continued use
Scholz, Robin L.
Despite both federal law favoring inclusion and decades of scholarly research highlighting the benefits of inclusive practices in K-12 public schools, students with moderate to severe disabilities continue to be educated in…
Despite both federal law favoring inclusion and decades of scholarly research highlighting the benefits of inclusive practices in K-12 public schools, students with moderate to severe disabilities continue to be educated in…
How leaders create conditions critical to educator success and conducive to student learning
Staniszewski, AJ
In every professional setting there are people who lead companies, organizations, and schools. I believe the majority of individuals reading this paper have had both positive and negative experiences with a boss, leader, or…
In every professional setting there are people who lead companies, organizations, and schools. I believe the majority of individuals reading this paper have had both positive and negative experiences with a boss, leader, or…
A narrative inquiry of at-risk baccalaureate nursing students' perceptions of high-risk testing and a test-taking intervention
Baez, Lori A.
By 2030 there will be an estimated shortage of a half million RN (Registered Nurse) jobs in the United States. This shortage of nurses is due to a retiring nurse force and increases in the aging population who have concurrent…
By 2030 there will be an estimated shortage of a half million RN (Registered Nurse) jobs in the United States. This shortage of nurses is due to a retiring nurse force and increases in the aging population who have concurrent…