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OLTD/MEDL Major Project and Process Papers
Major Projects and Process Papers from the Faculty of Education's Online Learning & Teaching graduate Diploma
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Supporting students with FASD and trauma
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopemental disorder which is caused from prenatal consumption of alcohol. Children who are living with FASD, and who have also experienced trauma in some form, experience ... -
Journey towards inclusion: a reflective exploration of changing teacher practice and identity
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)Teachers today face many challenges. They are required to teach greater numbers of students with diverse learning needs, to implement redesigned curriculum, and to engage in ongoing professional learning. This study ... -
Developing a sense of belonging through using the circle of courage - west coast style journal
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)A student’s sense of belonging to the school environment is vital to student engagement and success. Students’ feelings of belonging can directly impact the decision to attend school or to not attend. This is particularly ... -
The importance of continual professional development opportunities being offered to educational assistants within the Catholic Independent Schools of Vancouver Archdiocese in both elementary and high schools
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)The research thesis provides a brief history and background knowledge regarding the lack of clear roles and responsibilities for educational assistants within today’s British Columbian school system. Educational assistants ... -
Be. Here. Now. An investigation into middle-school teacher’s experiences using mindfulness-based practices in their classrooms
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)This paper explores the research questions, What experiences do middle-school teachers who use mindfulness practices have in their classrooms? And, What aspects of mindfulness practices do teachers perceive to be impacting ... -
Professional relationships within the classroom: strength or struggle?
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)This project is created to help improve one of the foundational relationships within the classroom. The relationship between the teacher and SEA is one that has a direct impact on both the learning environment and actual ... -
Supporting and understanding children Who suffer from Social Anxiety Disorder in India
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)Social anxiety disorder (SAD)is far beyond typical shyness or fear to attempt any uncomfortable social situation; it creates intense fear about being scrutinized or embarrassed regarding that particular exposure. This ... -
Building wellness-informed practices at an elementary school through collaborative action research
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)According to the National Institute for Trauma and Loss, 1 in 4 children attending school have been exposed to traumatic stress (Soma & Allen, 2017). In an effort to strengthen the support for students who have experienced ... -
Smurtilive: a public speaking resource for middle school teachers
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)Public speaking is a fundamental life skill that students need to be exposed to during their middle school years. As a fundamental life skill, public speaking is also known to elicits barriers in the form of fear and anxiety ... -
Resources to help build efficacy in elementary math teachers
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)The purpose of this research is to bring together past and ongoing research as well as my personal experience being a student and working as a teacher who experiences math anxiety. Math abilities are distributed across the ... -
Using interest-driven differentiation to increase support and engagement in a grade 3/4 BC inclusive French immersion classroom: self-reflective action research
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)With the new redesigned curriculum from BC Ministry of Education, the BC Inclusion policy and growth in the French Immersion program, there is an increasing need to support diverse learners in second-language classrooms. ... -
Authentic instruction in the 21st Century: a professional development presentation
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)The goal of my master’s project is to develop a three-day professional development workshop via Google Slides that takes place over the time span of approximately six weeks. Its purpose would be to spark interest and to ... -
Breaking down Dyslexia: what is it, how do we know, and how can we as educators help?
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)The purpose of this paper is to inform and bring awareness to educators regarding the definition, evidence-based information, and misconceptions of Dyslexia. The aim is to support schools in identifying and providing ... -
Employer toolkit to support inclusive employment practices when hiring individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)With the incidence of Autism Spectrum (ASD) on the rise, more and more individuals living with ASD are looking to enter into meaningful employment. Research has clearly demonstrated that individuals with ASD may often meet ... -
Orton-Gillingham classroom educator small group reading intervention
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)Research indicates that weak phonological skills will result in difficulty in decoding words in text, thus making reading a very frustrating process. Through action research, the researcher examined the implementation of ... -
A wish, a story, and telling experiences: a case study on student identity development
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)This study explored unanswered questions about student identity development and how storytelling experiences focused on a central novel can engage students in an elementary classroom. It may contribute to learning-based ... -
Educating parents of preschoolers on the importance of phonological awareness
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)Research in early reading development indicates that phonological awareness is a key predictor of future reading achievement. Children’s awareness of the sounds within spoken language, particularly the awareness that words ... -
What primary teachers need to know about the relationship between oral language development and reading to put in place effective reading teaching practices
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)Oral language skills are woven throughout the curriculum in British Columbia as both skills to learn and skills that are needed for learning. Research shows that oral language skills are imperative for the development of ... -
To make a difference
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)My project is an online website resource that helps teachers to positively engage with children with schizophrenia in an inclusive classroom using art therapy. Since there is a lack of resources and intervention for childhood ... -
Retracing their steps: a narrative inquiry of the lived experience with EBD
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)Students identified with emotional and behavioural disorders (EBD) often struggle to find success in inclusive classrooms. Lagging skills can contribute to hyperactive, disruptive, aggressive, and anxious behaviours that ...
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