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Parental values for the education of their children
(2017-07)
While broad attempts have been made to investigate values undergirding school choice (Bosetti & Pyryt, 2007; Zeehandelaar & Northern, 2013), research has yet to employ a means for subjectively and holistically investigating ...
Examining the influence of pre-kindergarten attendance, first-grade literacy instructional practices, and instructional time on literacy growth and children's special education status
(2017-07)
This study examined the influence of socioeconomic status (SES), preschool attendance, and instructional time and strategies in first grade on special education placement in one of the judgmental categories (i.e., specific ...
Empirically defining social justice through Q sort methodology
(2017-08)
Social justice, as a term, has existed since the mid-1800s. Although the idea of creating more opportunities for disadvantaged social groups has existed much longer. Social justice has been called the "fifth force" in ...
What does psychology know and understand about the psychological effects of reading superhero comic books?: An exploration study
(2017-07)
Superheroes in comic books have been recently used in psychological interventions (e.g. Superhero Therapy, Geek Therapy, Comic Book Therapy, etc.). Previous research has placed focus on the effects of, the experiences of ...
Comparison of interspersal ratios within an explicit timing intervention to increase multiplication fact fluency
(2017-05)
Interspersal has been examined in the literature as a means to modify interventions and homework assignments by providing theorized reinforcement for the completion of easier problems interspersed into more difficult ...
Determining the correct intervention based on intial fluency: A comparison of explicit timing and cover, copy, compare.
(2017-05)
There has been an increase of students falling below proficient on mathematics assessments. This increases the demand for high quality interventions to address these issues. Previous research by Codding et al. (2007), has ...
Gender dysphoria, depression, and performance involvement among gay and bisexual male drag queens
(2017-07)
Researchers and theorists have generally included drag queens and transgender (trans*) populations together in their scholarship, and have paid little attention to how these populations may differ. Such sampling practices ...
Relationship of parent attachment and parenting behaviors on social achievement goals endorsed by emerging adults
(2017-08)
Scope and Method of Study: The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship of helicopter parenting behaviors, autonomy supportive parenting behaviors, and attachment on the social achievement goals (i.e., social ...
Comparison of rate changes in basic math skills and global processing speed among elementary students
(2017-05)
The ability to think and solve problems quickly is a necessary skill for success in education (Flanagan, Ortiz, Alfonso, & Mascolo, 2006; Proctor, 2011; Taub, Floyd, Keith, & McGrew, 2008). This leaves students who struggle ...
"Figuring it out": A qualitative case study exploring the development of novice, alternatively certified special educators in Oklahoma
(2017-12)
Scope and Method of Study: The shortage of special educators in Oklahoma and similar markets is profound (Aragon, 2016). The number of teachers prepared through traditional programs are insufficient for public needs. ...