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Circle time check-ins in secondary schools: a classroom approach to improving students’ social responsibility
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)The purpose of this study was to add to the field of research on circle time use in secondary schools and on the use of Circle Time Check-Ins in secondary schools for creating a sense of belonging and improving students’ ... -
The path forward for Chinese education
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)Education plays a large part in the future advancement of the world’s societies, economies, and life satisfaction. The purpose of this research process is to examine several aspects of early childhood education, which is ... -
Shifting minds towards innovative learning
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)The present project is designed to introduce innovative teaching and learning strategies to educators in India, through a series of workshops, for the purpose of engaging students in developing 21st century skills. The ... -
Overcoming barriers facing adult immigrant students that prevent them from completing post-secondary education
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)The present study was conducted to explore immigrant students’ needs regarding institutional support services and programs in order to overcome difficulties that prevented them from completing their higher education at ... -
Stepping off the merry-go-round: successfully transitioning to restorative practices in schools
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)Being convinced of the benefits of restorative practices in schools, the purpose of this study was to identify the factors that would lead to the successful implementation of restorative practices in a school setting. A ... -
Teaching students beyond their grade level in private schools of Telangana state in India: challenges and benefits
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)The practice of teaching students topics well in advance of their grade level has become popular in Telangana State, India. Most state private schools teach their students one to two grades in advance to their enrolled ... -
Supporting successful student transition from elementary school to high school
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)Transitioning to high school from elementary school can be a challenging process for students. As students have become accustomed to a specific building, group of teachers and sets of routines and procedures, the new changes ... -
A study of the factors that can promote and improve learning among students in Mauritius
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)Education is facing numerous and complex problems in this constantly evolving world. This research study sought feedback from principals and teachers to discover the most important factors that can promote and improve ... -
What are the barriers and facilitating factors that impact international students’ transition to permanent residency in Canada?
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)This paper examined the experience of international student graduates from Vancouver Island University as they transition into the workforce and on to becoming permanent residents of Canada. Ten international students who ... -
Program evaluation of Cowichan Valley Open Learning
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)This paper encompasses a Program Evaluation of Cowichan Valley Open Learning Centre (CVOLC), to determine what aspects of our Alternate educational structures are the most important in allowing students who have been ... -
Balancing technology: an informed approach to technology in education
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)The tensions between the advantages and disadvantages of technology use often make technology a heated discussion topic between teachers, parents, and students. The goal of this research is to bridge the conversation between ... -
Relational trust and rural education: a qualitative study on how educational leaders can enhance levels of trust in an elementary setting
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)The current study examines the concepts that impact relational trust in a rural elementary setting from the perspective of school personnel. The trust relationship between school staff and the principal is emphasized in ... -
Recruitment of trades instructors: current practices and challenges faced
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)The purpose of the present study was to identify what recruitment practices have been used by post-secondary trades training providers in British Columbia to assist in their process of hiring trades instructors and what ... -
Innovative teaching strategies that meet the needs of all students
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)This project work was prepared to explore innovative teaching strategies for rural Indian primary schools with an intention to prepare a grade one to five handbook for teachers. The design was based on the British Columbia ... -
Student engagement in the mathematics classroom through inquiry-based learning
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)The purpose of this research project is to explore an effective and engaging mathematics instructional method for teachers of Punjab that could foster a growth mindset, grit, problem solving skills, and critical thinking ... -
Anxiety in the classroom: a growing concern
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)This research design has been developed with current literature in mind, around the topics of anxiety and mental health for school aged children and youth. Autoethnography was used in conjunction with a thorough review of ... -
Fostering student self-assessment confidence and skill
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)The present study was created to develop students’ confidence (self-efficacy) and skill (expertise) to self-assess their own writing. The literature suggested that the self-assessment process is designed to enable students ... -
An alternative blue print: a white paper for the education of the ‘Paniya’ tribes in Wayanad, Kerala, India
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A holistic, inclusive school for India: prakritik parisar
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)Education in India is still exam oriented, where life outcomes for learners are influenced by performance on standardized tests. The purpose of this project was to develop a curricular structure for a proposed school, ... -
Exploring the teacher-administrator relationship in schools: a workshop to build and sustain relationships
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)This study reflects some theoretical aspects of interpersonal relationships in the sphere of education. It highlights the presence of mutual understanding and the importance of common cognitive identification of the subjects ...
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