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Spatial analysis of geochemical trends at Nanoose Bay, BC
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022-04)The aim of this project is threefold: 1) complete the major oxide and trace element data catalogue for previously collected basalt samples; 2) re-visit discrimination diagrams with a larger dataset; and 3) complete a ... -
3 key theories planners use to understand environmental issues
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022-04)Poster featuring biophilia theory, environmental justice theory, and transspecies urban theory. -
Supporting value-added agriculture through zoning in British Columbia: A best practice analysis
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022-04)Farmers in British Columbia are facing an increasing number of challenges, threatening the viability of the industry. Value-added agriculture is an essential part of a sustainable food system and vibrant farm sector that ... -
Sanctuaries: Creating nurturing spaces within communities
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022-04)Sanctuaries exist in many forms. They provide safety and refuge for humans and animals, in form of natural and wildlife sanctuaries. Sanctuaries also provide a sacred space for humans intending to “transcend”, meaning ... -
Just say no?: Analyzing the effects of land use restrictions on market housing affordability in Squamish, B.C.
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022-04)Market housing is an integral aspect of the housing spectrum, traditionally providing housing options for a wide range of incomes. Residents of several British Columbian communities, however, increasingly face rising ... -
Analyzing the active transportation user experience in small, sprawled Canadian cities
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022-04)Throughout recent history, transportation planning and engineering have primarily been focused on improving automobiles' efficient movement, which has contributed to car dependency among small, sprawled cities. This ... -
Unpacking form-based codes in a British Columbia planning context
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022-04)There is consensus amongst the critics of Euclidean zoning that the tool has produced undesirable, unsustainable, and inequitable places. However, without the existence of a revised zoning framework, a major issue in our ... -
Under one roof: Best practices for implementing intergenerational housing initiatives in British Columbia
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022-04)As Canada’s population is experiencing a triumphant aging shift, it is critical to ensure adequate resources are in place to accommodate older Canadians. One of these resources includes age-friendly housing opportunities ... -
Municipally supported placemaking: Understanding challenges and factors for success in B.C. cities
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022-04)The purpose of this research is to understand what factors lead to successful municipally supported placemaking initiatives. The research identifies existing barriers and current initiatives through a series of semi-structured ... -
A seat at the table: Exploring treaty First Nation representation in a regional district
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022-03)In 2011, the Maa-nulth First Nations Final Agreement became the first modern treaty on Vancouver Island, British Columbia (BC). As part of the treaty agreement, the Maa-nulth First Nations—which include Toquaht Nation, ... -
Tiny houses, big ideas: Best practices of an emerging house typology in British Columbia
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022-02)As many cities around the world struggle with the housing affordability crisis, while at the same time striving for achievement against stringent sustainability goals, the tiny house movement has pushed for the integration ... -
How can we better support female students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022)The male to female ratio of all those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is four to one. This study aims to examine why. Are female children are less likely to have ASD or are they simply less likely to be ... -
Literacy interventions for students with hearing impairments
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022)Literacy development for students with hearing impairments remains an area of study with little research. According to the literature, students who have severe hearing impairment or deafness struggle to develop their ... -
Thriving classrooms: collaboratively developing universal design for learning frameworks that support the well-being of Autistic students and their teachers
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022)Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is well supported as a student-centred approach to education. However, implementing UDL into the complex ecologies of the special needs classroom – particularly for youth with Autism ... -
Dyslexia: if I only had a brian*
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022)This thesis and applied project are focused on dyslexia and the support offered for this learning difference within the British Columbian public school system. Throughout the examination of the history of the condition and ... -
Integrating First Peoples Principles of Learning to enhance my support for school success: a self study
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022)Education has historically been Eurocentric and the need to incorporate other perspectives, such as Indigenous ways of knowing into the curriculum, is imperative for our Indigenous youth to succeed and feel a sense of ... -
Animal-assisted intervention as a support for students’ social-emotional learning in the classroom
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022)The use of animal-assisted intervention (AAI) is a burgeoning approach being used in education to support students’ social-emotional learning (SEL). The correlation between SEL, academic success, and preparing students to ... -
Literacy interventions and strategies to help support struggling adolescent readers
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022)This applied project examined evidence-based strategies for teachers of the inclusive classroom to help adolescents who struggle with regards to literacy. Evidence-based strategies demonstrated effectiveness in supporting ... -
Strategies for utilizing a learning management system to create robust and interactive, fully-online secondary math courses to increase student motivation and engagement
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022)As online learning continues to grow in popularity and becomes increasingly necessary with the spread of Covid-19, it is crucial for educators to offer well-developed courses that meet the requirements of their learners. ... -
Le goût d’ecrire: implementing inclusive writing instruction in a French Immersion classroom
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2022)This study aimed to explore the following question: How can I improve my writing instruction to support an inclusive learning environment in my French Immersion classroom? I used the action research method to study my own ...
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