Browsing Master of Education in Special Education by Title
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Are you listening : what students with high-incidence disabilities can tell their teachers about school engagement
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2016-06)The purpose of this study was to understand the school experience of students with designations and their level of engagement in school. This phenomenological study examined the students’ feelings about school engagement ... -
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 ... -
Canadian educators’ preparedness in addressing mental health needs of secondary students
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island Unviersity, 2018)An anonymous paper based survey was used to collect qualitative and quantitative data on a sample of teachers and special education assistants in an urban secondary school in British Columbia. The aim of this study was to ... -
A case for psychoeducational assessments for students in ABE upgrading: a policy brief
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)This project cumulates into a policy brief which provides recommendations for changes to the policy involving psychoeducational assessment for students with learning disabilities enrolled in Adult Basic Upgrading (ABE). ... -
Creating a website regarding inclusive education to develop inclusion in Canada and China
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)Inclusive education creates more positive learning environment for all students to obtain new knowledge. The author designed a website that include questionnaire survey, educational materials, parental resources, and ... -
Creating Accessible Early Childhood Support: Voice of the Early Childhood Professionals
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 11/19/2012)The goal of this research is to explore what early childhood professionals believe is needed to provide quality, accessible support in an early childhood setting for young children with exceptionalities. Early childhood ... -
Dance movement, attention and impluse control in a French immersion classroom
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2014)The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of dance movement as an intervention for students with issues with attention and focus in academic work, with the potential of supporting students with Attention ... -
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 ... -
Direct instruction mathematics in an alternate setting: a teacher resource
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)The following project concerns the implementation of direct instruction mathematics in an alternate learning environment, specifically for the student population at Eighth Avenue Learning Centre in Port Alberni, British ... -
Early reading intervention: a collaborative inquiry of school implementation
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2016-04)Early reading development plays a vital role in the success of students along their learning journey. Primary teachers facilitate reading development through early reading intervention programs that meet the various needs ... -
The effects of using specific language to develop a growth mindset in students with learning disabilities
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2017)The effect of a growth mindset intervention for students with learning disabilities in a classroom setting is explored in this single case intervention study. Through the process of direct mindset instruction along with ... -
Embracing Emma: lessons in diversity and acceptance
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2017)This study used the research method of an autoethnography to reflect on the fears, acceptance and hope, and celebration of raising a child with Down syndrome. In this autoethnography I have shared several stories about my ... -
Equitable learning and neurodiversity: inclusive practices in French immersion
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)The number of neurodiverse learners in French Immersion (FI) increasing every year. The question of the suitability of the FI program should no longer be a topic of discussion for these learners. This study was designed ... -
Exploring a self-regulation program in a multi-grade inclusive classroom
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2017)This self-study explores lessons learned from teaching self-regulation in a multi-grade inclusive classroom. Using general observations and reflections in my researcher journal I explore my own teaching practice and ways ... -
Fifteen-thousand feet: what BC educators know and need to know to embed trauma informed practice in schools
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)Trauma informed practice in schools is a new field of education that has become part of policy in British Columbia’s public school systems as determined by the BC Ministry of Education. Though the Ministry of Education has ... -
Finding an Effective Method of Reading Remediation for Young Readers: A Comparison of Two Methods
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 11/19/2012)The purpose of this study was to determine an effective remedial reading method for early elementary students by comparing the progress of two groups of students. By comparing Growth Scores, calculated using the WIAT III ... -
Honouring their stories: designing schools that work for students
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2014)This study investigates the learning experiences of students with learning and behavioural challenges in both traditional and alternative secondary school models through narrative inquiry. The data was collected in ... -
The impact of trauma on learning and the value of trauma informed practices in education
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)Childhood trauma is pervasive and can have a major impact on the developing brain. The impact of trauma has the potential to affect a child across cognitive, social, behavioural, and emotional domains. Although it may be ... -
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 ... -
Improving student health with nutrition
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)This project investigated how to improve student health using nutritional protocols based on recent research findings. By avoiding foods that trigger inflammatory responses in the microbiome and including foods that provide ...
