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Lewis, Katherine – ProQuest LLC, 2017
The primary purpose of this study is to investigate and understand gender diverse individuals' retrospective accounts of their experiences of school and to interpret these experiences under the influence of deconstruction. A second purpose is to use these experiences to inform a model of gender-inclusive education. In this qualitative study,…
Descriptors: Sexual Identity, Student Experience, Qualitative Research, Semi Structured Interviews
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MacKinnon, Gregory; Schep, Lourens; Borden, Lisa Lunney; Murray-Orr, Anne; Orr, Jeff; MacKinnon, Paula – International Journal of Education and Development using Information and Communication Technology, 2016
A large study of classrooms in the Caribbean context necessitated the use of a validated classroom observation tool. In practice, the paper-version Stalling's instrument (Stallings & Kaskowitz 1974) presented specific challenges with respect to (a) facile data collection and (b) qualitative observations of classrooms. In response to these…
Descriptors: Observation, Test Construction, Handheld Devices, Telecommunications
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Smith, Derrick; Rosenblum, L. Penny – Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2013
Introduction: The purpose of the study presented here was the initial validation of a comprehensive set of competencies focused solely on the Nemeth code. Methods: Using the Delphi method, 20 expert panelists were recruited to participate in the study on the basis of their past experience in teaching a university-level course in the Nemeth code.…
Descriptors: Braille, Special Education Teachers, Teacher Competencies, Teacher Education Programs
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Stolp, Sean; Wilkins, Emma; Raine, Kim D. – Health Education Journal, 2015
Background: Comprehensive School Health (CSH) approaches to developing a healthy school community can be effective in supporting chronic disease prevention while positively impacting on student behaviour and academic performance. Although a CSH framework provides principles for action, there is a lack of evidence regarding the processes that best…
Descriptors: School Health Services, Foreign Countries, Qualitative Research, Focus Groups
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Buxner, Sanlyn R. – Journal of Astronomy & Earth Sciences Education, 2014
The nature of science is a prevalent theme across United States national science education standards and frameworks as well as other documents that guide formal and informal science education reform. To support teachers in engaging their students in authentic scientific practices and reformed teaching strategies, research experiences for teachers…
Descriptors: Scientific Principles, Inquiry, Science Education, Qualitative Research
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Zion, Shelley; Sobel, Donna M. – Journal of the International Association of Special Education, 2014
As part of the process of redesigning an integrated general and special teacher education program to prepare candidates to meet the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse students, researchers engaged a series of focus groups with current candidates, recent graduates, and partner school personnel. Data presented in this paper identified…
Descriptors: Teacher Education Programs, Educational Change, Inclusion, Teacher Competencies
McCann, Julie McLaughlin – ProQuest LLC, 2012
The purpose of this qualitative study was to examine the experience of white principals in understanding their white identity, privilege, and power as they worked to implement socially-just and culturally proficient schools. The findings offer insights into the following questions: 1) How do white school leaders view white identity and the impact,…
Descriptors: Qualitative Research, Principals, Whites, Self Concept
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Shapira-Lishchinsky, Orly – Journal of Educational Administration, 2012
Purpose: This study attempts to describe mentors' perceptions of their ethical dilemmas, the derived mentor roles, and the ethical guidelines suggested by mentors, with reference to previous studies exploring the mentors' multifaceted roles. Design/methodology/approach: A total of 60 mentors participated in a two-phase study: the mentors were…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Mentors, Attitudes, Role
Lee, Tiffany S. – Online Submission, 2010
The Native American Community Academy (NACA) is demonstrating an example of Indigenous philosophies and practices in education through its holistic, student-centered approach to education. NACA was one school in a large statewide study on Indian education in New Mexico. Focus groups with students, teachers, and community members illustrate the…
Descriptors: Charter Schools, American Indians, Focus Groups, American Indian Education