Programs included in this collection and when they started submitting digitally is listed below. (See years of coverage in parentheses):
- Doctor of Ministry (2015 - present)
- Education Dissertations (2015 - present)
- Education K-12 Theses (2017 - present)
- Nurse-Midwifery Theses (2016 - present)
- Nurse Educator Theses (2016 - 2020)
- Physician Assistant Theses (2015 - present)
- Seminary Masters Theses
- Special Education Theses (2017 - present)
- Teaching Theses (2017 - present)
- Athletic Training (2020)
- Athletic Training Leadership (2020)
Theses/Dissertations from 2026
To Examine The Effects Of Integrating Cultural Responsive Teaching (CRT) Into Special Education Classrooms, Nkem Akaemeh
This thesis writer examined the Cultural Responsive Teaching (CRT) strategies for working with students who are identified with special education needs in particular emotional behavioral disabilities and autism spectrum disabilities (EBD & ...
Navigating Faith and Duty: A Phenomenological Study of Christian Leadership in Public Schools, Rett Asbury
This phenomenological study explored the lived experiences of Christian K–12 principals in public schools who encounter expectations and practices incongruent with their beliefs. The problem addressed was the limited empirical understanding...
A Quantitative Analysis of the Relationship Between Mentoring and Professional Development Outcomes of Public Senior High School Teachers in Ghana’s Central Region, Frank Ayim
This quantitative study examined the relationship between mentoring and teacher professional development among public senior high school teachers in Ghana’s Central Region. Although mentoring is widely promoted as a strategy for strengtheni...
Teaching Primary Sources to Increase Engagement and Build Literacy, Lindsey L. Beaulieu
This thesis reviews the use of primary sources in education. This literature review analyzes 30 articles regarding educators’ use of primary sources. There are four major themes within the articles: literacy with primary sources, engagement...
Paper or Screen: How Do Digital and Traditional Methods Shape Motivation and Reading Outcomes?, Rachel E. H. Bentley
Technological advancements occur with such a high frequency that educators and administrators endeavor to offer as many knowledgeable tools as they can deliver. This sentiment, however, leaves teachers and their pupils asking if this is the...
Impacts of Teacher Leadership on K-12 Teachers, School Communities, and Students, Jordan Birkeland
In K-12 education today, teachers are frequently being called upon to lead. Not only are they receiving increasingly more responsibilities, but they are relied upon more to support students and fellow staff in a variety of ways. Therefore, ...
Disproportionality: The Impact Identifying Students for Special Education, John M. Bradford
This thesis focuses on the topic of disproportionality as it relates to the special education population. Disproportionality is an area of interest for this researcher, who wanted to explore and learn more about disproportionality, the true...
Collegial Support as a Key Component of Beginning Special Education Teacher Retention, Olivia A. Brammer
This thesis reviews current studies to examine how collegial support is a key component of beginning special education teacher retention through classroom and instructional support, observations and coaching, and emotional and mental health...
Objective Assessment in Experiential Learning Contexts, Lily M. Brutger
Experiential learning is widely recognized as a powerful approach to education; however, empirical evidence demonstrating its effectiveness remains limited. This gap in the literature is due less to the value of experiential learning itself...
Raising Not So Little Leaders, Rob M. Burke
The problem this research addressed was understanding how parents, supported by local churches, can instill values of love and kindness and cultivate a servant leadership mindset in children from birth through age eighteen within the Orange...
Strengthening Literacy Outcomes for Students With Severe Disabilities: The Impact of Teacher Preparation, Evidence-Based Approaches, and Learning Environments, Kallie Casale
This literature review thesis examines factors influencing literacy instruction for students with severe disabilities, focusing on evidence-based approaches, educator training, and learning environments. The findings highlight that systemat...
Play-Based Learning Within a Special Education Classroom, Cassandra L. Christiansen
In the following research paper, play-based learning (PBL) will be explored for its potential to shape the educational experience of elementary-age special education children. This thesis examined a wide variety of academic articles, journa...
Impact of Trauma-Informed Models in Schools, Amber R. Clinton
This paper explores trauma-informed models in schools and the impact on students in different educational settings. Trauma-informed models are systemic changes that support all students in school, but it is especially important for students...
Music-Based Interventions and Social Communication Outcomes for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Tom M. Coughlin
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is characterized by persistent differences in social communication, social interaction, and ritualistic and repetitive behaviors. This thesis examined participation in music-based instruction and intervention ...
Methods to Reduce Recurrent Pregnancy Loss: An Integrative Review, Jolene J. Davis
This integrative review explores interventions that may improve live birth rates or pregnancy outcomes for individuals experiencing recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). Approximately 5% of couples experience RPL, and limited evidence contributes...
The Impact of Somali Parental Involvement on Elementary Education in Minnesota: Opportunities and Challenges, Abdiqani Abdullahi Elmi
Abstract This qualitative study examines the challenges faced by Somali-American parents in Minnesota regarding involvement in their children's education, particularly during elementary school. The elementary level is a critical stage for s...
Examining Leadership Accountability Standards and Protocols in the U.S. Church, Grace E. Emmert
This research project addresses the current condition of accountability standards and protocols in the U.S. church. This research focused on U.S. Protestant denominational and nondenominational churches. First, a review of the Scriptural ma...
The Role of Mentorship in Women’s Pathways to Senior Superintendency Positions in K–12 Public Education, Tara Falasco
Although women comprise the majority of the K–12 workforce, they remain underrepresented in senior superintendency leadership positions, a disparity attributed to systemic and social factors such as implicit bias, gender stereotypes, limite...
Barriers To Creativity: Addressing Anxiety And Self-Doubt In Secondary Visual Arts Students, Wenlai Fang
Adolescence is a crucial stage for self-development and creativity development. During this period, middle school students will experience creative anxiety and self-doubt about creative expression in multiple dimensions. To help students ma...
The Effects of Parental Involvement on a Child’s Educational Success, Samson Ghirmai
The accessibility of education has opened doors for children to pursue interests and be prepared for their transition into adulthood. Education is a resource that opens doors, but it has been found that there are gaps in achievement. This o...
Understanding and Avoiding Institutional Betrayal of Congregants When Accusations of Domineering Pastoral Leadership Are Made, Jonathon R. Hansel
This study examines institutional betrayal within evangelical churches as experienced by congregants who reported concerns about domineering pastoral leadership and encountered minimizing or dismissive responses from church elders. Institut...
Mind the Gap: A Synthesis of Research on the Theory of the Mind Differences in Autism and Educational Bridging Strategies, Christopher K. Hansen
This master’s thesis analyzes “Theory of the Mind” (how we understand other people’s thoughts) through a neurodiversity affirming lens. Rather than looking at autism as a one-sided social flaw, this paper explores the idea that communicatio...
Dosage Considerations for Aspirin Therapy to Prevent Preeclampsia in Pregnancy, Melissa S. Haraway
Introduction: Preeclampsia remains the leading cause of maternal and neonatal mortality worldwide despite extensive and ongoing research on the subject. The use of aspirin therapy to reduce preeclampsia in pregnancy is widely researched and...
A Case Study Examining The Strengths And Gaps Of Servant Leadership Within Pentecostal Churches Of Ohio, Octavia Denise Hardaway
This study examined the gaps in servant leadership within Pentecostal churches in Ohio that could contribute to the departure of members from Pentecostal churches. This qualitative study examined the biblical servant leaders Nehemiah and Pa...
The Role of Academic Vocabulary Instruction in Supporting Secondary English Learners' Science Proficiency, Chue Seng Her
This literature review examines the extent to which academic vocabulary instruction influences secondary English learners’ (ELs’) science proficiency. Science learning requires students to interpret complex texts, engage in academic discour...
The Impact of Home Birth Integration on Maternal-Neonatal Outcomes and Patient Satisfaction: An Integrative Review, Mary E. Hillaker and Jennifer K. Jacobitz
Introduction: Home birth is a safe option for low-risk populations. As awareness of home birth increases, so do the families choosing home birth. Governing bodies recommend well integrated maternal health systems, yet the impact of level of...
Reading Comprehension and Secondary Education, Noah W. Hillman
This literature review is designed to look at how reading takes place in a classroom setting and how teachers might support students as they read - primarily in secondary education (middle and high schools). Students at all levels need scaf...
Pastors in Crisis: A Proactive Prayer Life as a Measure Against Pastoral Burnout, Seth W. Hinrichs
This Doctor of Ministry project examines the relationship between a proactive prayer life and pastoral burnout among senior pastors in Converge North Central churches. Addressing the increasing prevalence of burnout in vocational ministry, ...
The Role of Leaderhip in the Diocese of San Diego California: Servant Leadership Theory, Clarissa Jayne Hutcheson
This study examines the impact of the absence of a comprehensive leadership formation process for individuals serving in pastoral leadership roles within the Diocese of San Diego, California. To ground the study theologically, the research ...
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Its Psychological Impacts During Pregnancy and Postpartum, Nehemie B. Hypolite and Charline Fast
Introduction: This review explores the link between gestational diabetes (GDM) and psychological outcomes. GDM affects 8–10% of pregnancies and is typically diagnosed at 24–28 weeks. This burden leads to anxiety, depression, and fear. Postp...
Physical Activity and Cognitive Function Among Youth: Implications and Recommendations for Increasing Physical Activity Participation, Allison C. Ims
Physical activity is extensively recognized as an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. For children, it is important for the development of their physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being. Nationally, there are physical activi...
Equitable Grading: Practices, Challenges, and Implementation, Hannah Lauree Jacott
Grading methods in K-12 education have remained largely unchanged over the past century. As schools consider revisiting grading policies, multiple factors influence the success and sustainability of reform efforts, particularly because grad...
AI-Supported Socratic Questioning and Instructional Scaffolding: Effects on Student Comprehension, Reshma John
This literature review examines how the intentional use of artificial intelligence (AI) designed for Socratic questioning and instructional scaffolding affects students' comprehension of course content. The literature suggests that AI is mo...
From Perfect Victim to Resilient Upstander: How Educators Can Help Middle-School Students with ASD Thrive Despite Peer Aggression, Julie R. Johnson
Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are more likely to be bullied by peers (46-94%), bullied by siblings, and chronically bullied than typically developing students (30.5%). Some victims become bullies, particularly when impulsivit...
Lived Experiences of Special Education Teachers of Color in Minnesota Charter Schools: A Phenomenological Study of Factors Influencing Retention, GiGi Krause
Special education faces a critical shortage of licensed educators, a crisis intensified for teachers of color, who remain underrepresented and experience disproportionately high attrition rates. Although Minnesota has implemented initiative...
The Need to Identifying an Assessment Method to Evaluate Narcissistic Leadership Traits in Christian Churches in the Minneapolis Area and Determining Their Impact on Assemblies from the Perspective of Congregants, Rita Lekova
This dissertation examined the need for effective assessment methods to evaluate narcissistic leadership traits in Christian congregations in the Minneapolis area and the consequential effects of these traits on assemblies, as perceived by ...
How Do Teacher-Student Relationships Affect Behavior Outcomes in Students With Disabilities?, Charles E. Linder
Teacher-student relationships are an essential part of schooling for all students. For students with disabilities, it may be more important. The reasoning behind this could be that creating positive relationships with teachers is crucial fo...
Transgender and Gender Diverse Alumni Sense of Belonging in Christian Higher Education: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis, Kara Elizabeth Martin
This interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) study explored how nine transgender and gender diverse (TGD) alumni from member institutions of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) interpreted their undergraduate e...
Fear of Childbirth as a Perinatal Comorbidity: An Integrative Review, Michelle T. McManus and Ashely N. Payne
Fear of childbirth (FOC) and tokophobia have a significant impact on one in every five pregnant women and is associated with enhanced levels of anxiety, depression, pre-traumatic stress, and has led to increased requests for elective cesare...
Supporting Success in Collegiate Student-Athletes with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Coaching, Accommodations, and Mental Health Supports, ShaRon Marcella Miller
This literature review examines the support needed to promote the academic, athletic, social, and psychological success of collegiate athletes with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)—research related to autism in higher education, mental health...
Integrating Discipline-Specific Literacy in Business Education: Implications for Skill Development, Katherine M. Mitzner and Quinn J. Longueville
Literacy is a vital part of a students’ education. Not only is it important to know how to read, but it is also important for students to comprehend what is read. There are many aspects of literacy, including content area literacy and disci...
Elevated BMI and the Effect on Breastfeeding Duration in Postpartum Individuals: An Integrative Review, Abigail E. Mobilia and Kirstin A. Wyly
Introduction: It has been well documented that exclusive breastfeeding provides benefits for infants and postpartum individuals, yet rates remain suboptimal in the United States, particularly among those with elevated pre-pregnancy body mas...
AI Literacy Frameworks in Secondary CTE: Supporting the Next Generation of the Workforce, Reagan Kaylee Montross
The purpose of this literature review is to understand how generative AI (GenAI) is impacting the future employment of high school students at the forefront of the most significant technological, cultural, and educational shift of this gene...
Causes and Best Practices to Minimize Disciplinary Referrals for Minor Behavioral Issues in General Education Classrooms With Special Education Populations, Beth Moran
An increasing number of setting one and setting two special education students with disruptive behaviors are being integrated into general education classrooms in the elementary grades. When these students are referred to formal disciplinar...
Balancing Structure and Autonomy: A Coaching Approach to Classroom Leadership in Secondary Education, Violeta Morelos Gomez
This literature review explores how middle and high school teachers can balance leading their classrooms while also supporting students in a coaching role to help them make positive academic and behavioral choices. It looks at key ideas lik...
Finding Meaning and Value in Old Age, Jane Nell Morgan
This project addressed finding meaning and value in old age. The research conducted explored barriers to achieving meaning and value and how to overcome those obstacles. The research specifically focused on senior adults who reside in a Chr...
Toward a Transformative Church: The Role of Elders in Church Growth in the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Brian Kwalela Mungandi
This study addressed the need for a transformational leadership strategy that engages elders in membership retention and church growth for a Seventh-day Adventist Church. This mixed-method study aimed to identify factors contributing to dec...
Authentic Transformational Leadership: A Model for Empowerment and Organizational Effectiveness for Training and Coaching Modern Ministry Leaders, David Macharia Njau
This thesis examined the influence of authentic transformational leadership on the integration of empowerment and organizational effectiveness among leaders and followers, as a holistic engagement process, to foster ethical leadership and f...
Leading Schools Effectively During a Crisis: Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic, La Tonya Elizabeth Overton
Abstract This qualitative study explored the successes, challenges, and lessons learned by elementary principals serving systemically marginalized communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through in-depth interviews with nine principals ac...
The Relationship between School Climate and Academics, Discipline, and Attendance at Rural Midwest Middle Schools, Hannah Pagel
School climate is a necessary aspect of school improvement. There are many different areas of school climate, making it challenging for schools to focus improvement efforts. Previous research identifies safety and relationships as being two...
The Placenta & Covid-19: Histological Changes & Clinical Implications, Melissa F. Paul and Allyson J. Zadlo Sensor
Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic presented the medical community with complex and novel challenges, not the least of which is how to optimize prenatal and postnatal care for pregnant individuals who have been infected. At present, seven ...
Vocational Education and Employment Outcomes for Individuals With Disabilities: Trends, Barriers, and Supported Employment Practices, Taylor John Peterson
This thesis examines literature that focuses on vocational education and employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities. This paper includes current vocational practices, barriers to employment, and the effectiveness of supported emp...
The Impact of Special Education Inclusion on the Academic and Social Development of Students With Disabilities, Sarah Phoebe Phelps
Research of special education inclusion in mainstream classrooms indicated that it can enhance the academic and social development of students with disabilities, and that it could also make a positive impact on the peers without disabilitie...
Social Perspective Taking, the Search for Meaning, and a Sense of Belonging in Emerging Adults, Miranda Joy Powers
This quantitative study examined relationships among social perspective-taking, the search for meaning, and a sense of belonging among college students. Drawing on data from the 2021 Multi-Institutional Study of Leadership, this research te...
Decision-Making Consistency in MTSS and Special Education: Implications for Equity and Student Outcomes, Alyson Renee Reeves
Multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) are widely used to guide early intervention and data-based decision making in schools; however, variability in how educators interpret data and apply decision-making frameworks may influence student ac...
From Implementation to Impact: Schoolwide MTSS Systems and Student Growth, Amanda Kay Reinarts
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) are widely used in schools to organize academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support for students. Although MTSS is intended to function as a comprehensive schoolwide framework, implementation oft...
An Examination of the Impact of Behavioral Frameworks and Practices on Neurodivergent Students, Megan A. Salmon
Elementary schools commonly use behavioral frameworks to promote positive academic, behavioral, and social outcomes. As behavioral practices have become widely implemented and elementary classrooms have become increasingly diverse, it is im...
The Impact of School Climate on Student Achievement, Tonia L. Schiro
This literature review explores the relationship between school climate and student achievement by examining research from education, psychology, and school improvement literature. School climate encompasses many aspects of the educational ...
Supporting Sustainable Art Education: How School Structures Influence Creativity, Michelle Schutz
This study examines how structural conditions within schools influence sustainable teaching practices in visual arts education. Specifically, it explores how class schedules, preparation time, and administrative support shape teachers’ abil...
The Relationship Between Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) Training, Teachers’ Children’s Book Choices, and Perceptions of Censorship in Kuwait, Norma Gina Lombardi Sciarra
Teachers who are culturally responsive use classroom materials that reflect their students' ethnicities, traditions, and values. Western teachers have access to diverse books and classroom tools. They have the agency to choose materials tha...
Equity and Inclusion for Students with Disabilities in Spanish Immersion Programs, Karla C. Sindt
As Spanish immersion programs continue to expand, more students with disabilities are participating in bilingual educational settings. Although research has demonstrated the academic, linguistic, and cognitive benefits of bilingual educatio...
Non-Pharmacological Interventions for the Management and Prevention of Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy: A Review of the Literature, Shenelle K. Smith and Laurena E. Lepp
Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP), including preeclampsia (PE), are a leading cause of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality worldwide. In the United States, rates of HDP continue to rise and are associated with preterm bir...
Teacher Mental Health and Student Success: Examining the Impact of Educator Well-Being on Classroom Outcomes, Caleb Stiles
This study examined the relationship between teacher mental health and student success through a review of current and foundational research. The purpose of the study was to explore how teacher stress, burnout, and emotional well-being infl...
Virtual High School Classes and the Impact on Rural Students and Teachers, Ashley M. Storck
This literature review examines the impacts, advantages, and disadvantages of virtual high school classes on rural teachers and students. The review examines research on academic outcomes, instructional models, funding structures, stakehold...
The Impact of Patient-Centered Care on Women With Infertility and Pregnancy Loss: An Integrative Review, Kaidynce R. Sweazy
Introduction: Infertility affects roughly 17.5% of adults worldwide, while pregnancy loss occurs in up to 30% of pregnancies. These reproductive traumas increase the risk of developing a mental health disorder, such as anxiety, depression, ...
Teacher Burnout in 2026 - Context, Student Effects, and Interventions, Colin David Thies
In order to aid teachers in 2026, this paper aims to identify what teachers and administrators can do to protect against and treat teacher burnout in K-12 schools. To achieve this, research was conducted on the post-pandemic context of teac...
Predictability, Flexibility, and Relationship-Building in Trauma-Informed Middle School EBD Classrooms, Julie Tong
Students with emotional and behavioral disorders (EBD) in middle school often experience significant challenges with regulation and engagement, frequently rooted in trauma and adverse childhood experiences. This literature review examined t...
Executive Function Development and Academic Outcomes: Instructional Practices and Implications for Students With Disabilities, Sean P. Trewin
Executive Function (EF) plays a significant role in academic achievement, behavior regulation, emotional development, and long-term life outcomes for students with disabilities (Pfeifer et al., 2021). This literature review examined the dev...
Supporting Early Literacy in Preschool: The Influence of Activity Settings, Shared Reading, and Teacher–Child Interactions, Megan Turnquist
This literature review explores current research about the activities and settings currently in place in preschool classrooms across North America. While a majority of the preschool day is spent in whole-group and free-choice activities, re...
How Gender Differences Influence the Presentation, Diagnosis, and Lived Experience of Females With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Casey A. Vanyo
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition with a highly variable presentation influenced by gender. Historically, autism research has focused primarily on males, contributing to the under recognition and misdiagnosis ...
The Relationship Between Principals' Servant Leadership and the Retention of Mid-to-Late-Career Elementary Teachers in Minnesota Public Schools, Teresa Widen
Teacher attrition, particularly among experienced educators, significantly impacts school stability and student outcomes. This quantitative study examined the relationship between mid-to-late-career elementary teachers’ perceptions of their...
Breaking Barriers: A Ministry Approach to Understanding and Addressing the Needs of Somali Immigrants in the Twin Cities, Yared K. Woldemariam
This study examines the relational dynamics and ministry barriers between Somali immigrant communities and Christian churches in the Twin Cities of Minnesota, with the aim of identifying practical and theological strategies for cultivating ...
Antecedents of Trust: Emotional Intelligence and Organizational Justice as Predictors of Faculty Trust in Principals, Brandon Wolf
Trust between school principals and faculty is critical to school effectiveness, influencing teacher job satisfaction, engagement, and ultimately, student achievement. While the importance of trust in educational leadership is well-document...
Theses/Dissertations from 2025
Equitable Educational Outcomes for New-to-Country SLIFE Students in Minnesota: The Student Perspective, Krista Lynn Aadland
Students who are new-to-country and arrive with limited or interrupted formal education (SLIFE) are increasing in number in Minnesota schools, which is forecasted to continue to grow. Many of these students arrive with trauma, and this ulti...
Facilitators and Barriers to Reducing Maternal Mortality Rates in Non-Hispanic Black Women: An Integrative Review, Melissa Marie Andersson and Elizabeth L. Goes
Introduction - Black maternal mortality remains a crucial public health crisis in the United States despite a plethora of research on the incidence. This presents in the persistent disparities in health outcomes between Black and White moth...
The Effect of Covid-19 Lockdowns and Social Isolation on Adolescence, Madeleine J. Bakken
Adolescents around the world were impacted by social isolation resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Students experienced sudden school closures and isolation from classmates resulting in increased screen time, the erosion of social skills,...
Decreasing Disruptive Behaviors in Elementary Students With Emotional and Behavioral Disorders to Promote Academic and Social Success, Parker K. Bakke
This thesis investigated how elementary special education teachers can support students with EBD to promote social and academic success. Students with EBD struggle with behaviors that can negatively affect the classroom environment such as ...
A Phenomenological Study of the Lived Experiences of Online Business Faculty During the Transition to Offering Online Programs, Joseph Andrew Bakker
The purpose of this phenomenological study was to understand the experiences of online business faculty at private nonprofit postsecondary institutions as their online programs were launched. The experiences of how business faculty encounte...
Overidentification of Learning Disabilities Among African Immigrants English Language Learners, Ololade Khafayat Banire
This thesis explores the over-identification of learning disabilities among African immigrant English Language Learners (ELLs) in U.S. schools, examining both the individual and systemic factors contributing to disproportionality. By review...
Neurocognitive Teaching Strategies in the English Language Learner Classroom, Susan Annette Biasco
The emergence of advanced medical technology in the past 30 years has allowed doctors and researchers to look inside the brain to more accurately model cognition and memory. The concept of neuroplasticity has replaced the outdated idea that...
How Assistance Dogs Impact the Academic and Social/Emotional Development of Students With Disabilities, Elizabeth A. Bloom
This literature review explores the impact of using assistance dogs in special education to address social-emotional development and academic success for students with various disabilities. The review evaluated dog-assisted interventions, a...
Increasing Academic Engagement in Underserved Elementary Students, Molly K. Boss
The issue of student disengagement has been troubling teachers and school systems for years. The COVID crisis brought the issue to the forefront and renewed attention to the critical effects of disengagement on students’ academic and life p...
Barriers to Spiritual Growth, Brian A. Brunke
This thesis examined the barriers to spiritual growth among believers, analyzing biblical and theological sources alongside perspectives from additional literature. The study identified significant obstacles to spiritual development, includ...
Reimagining the Canvas: Exploring Culturally Responsive Teaching in Art Education, Elice F. Brunnette
Considering the inequities faced by culturally diverse students inside and outside of art classes, it is crucial to build a greater understanding of the specific challenges they encounter and to creatively implement more effective pedagogic...
The Impact of an Effective Co-Teaching Model for Elementary Students With Disabilities, Emma Y. Carlson
Co-teaching has become a widely utilized practice between a general education and a special education teacher to make inclusive education possible for students with disabilities. This thesis examines the characteristics and impacts of an ef...
Special Education Student Success Factors for the Online K-12 Learning Setting, Cassie Castro
This study investigates the dynamics of teacher-student communication and its impact on the academic success of students receiving special education services in grades 6–12 within an online school setting. With the growing adoption of onlin...
Embodying Jesus' Mission: Trauma-Informed Pastoral Care, Melanie Cole
The goal of this dissertation was to ascertain the need for trauma-informed training in pastoral preparation programs. To achieve this goal, the researcher examined the main components of Jesus’ mission manifesto as detailed by Luke in his ...
The Role of Maternal Position During the Second Stage of Labor on Reducing Perineal Injury: An Integrative Review, Ericka L. Dalton and Tabatha Ruth Erlandson
Introduction: Perineal lacerations remain a common occurrence amongst vaginal deliveries. While there are some recommendations for supportive techniques throughout the literature, position is typically not included in these. Perineal trauma...
Emulating God’s Heart in Embracing and Regulating Our God-Given Emotions, Cyndie Claypool de Neve
Christians need a Bible-based tool to help them move from emotionally dysregulated to emotionally regulated. Instead of processing their emotions, some Christians have a tendency to ignore and suppress their emotions, which can lead to poor...
Exploring the Lived Experiences of People with Adverse Childhood Experiences who have Graduated from College and Broken the Cycle of Generational Poverty, Darlene Denmark-Brown
Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) as defined by Drs. Felitti and Anda are prevalent in the general population of the United States. These childhood traumas have a profound and lasting impact on emotional, psychological, and social develo...
Inspiring Success: Methods and Interventions for Empowering and Motivating At-Risk Students, Rebecca Diaz
This literature review focuses on proven techniques to motivate at-risk, reluctant learners to actively engage in their education. Specific interventions for motivating students are discussed, as well as the reasoning behind those intervent...
The Impact of a Label: The Relationship Between Perception of Care and Outlook of Future Aspirations as Influences of Identity for Students Who Receive Special Education Services, Tamara Dobbins
This study examines the relationship between students who receive special education services and students who do not, their perception of care from adults and peers, and their future outlook. Students want to feel care from adults and peers...
How Effective Structured Linguistic Phonics Instruction in K-2 Classrooms Support Early Literacy Development, Madison G. Dorn
This literature review explores what current research shows about how young children learn to read and what kinds of instruction best support students in kindergarten through second grade. The studies make it clear that early readers benefi...
Uncovering the Links: Drug Use, Mental Health, and Undergraduate Student Academic Success Using Data from the 2022–2023 Healthy Minds Study, Brooke Inez Ellingson Eischens
Substance use and mental health challenges are prevalent among college students, raising concerns about their impact on academic success. Using secondary data from the 2022–2023 Healthy Minds Study (N = 76,406), this study examined associat...
Reading Motivation and Achievement: Exploring Theories, Strategies, and School Climate Contexts, Andrea L. Esterly
This literature review examined the intersection of self-efficacy and motivation, and their impact on reading achievement. The analysis demonstrated how motivation and context support and shape students’ reading outcomes. This synthesis of ...
The Effects of Literature Groups on Social-Emotional Learning and Reading Motivation Among Adolescents, Jennifer Krista Geisinger
As students move into adolescence there is an increased need for social and emotional competencies to navigate academic expectations, personal identity, and social structures. Research has shown that social and emotional learning can increa...
Teacher Burnout and the Impact on Special Education Students and Strategies to Cope and Manage Burnout, John T. Gerding
The teaching profession requires educators to fulfill multiple roles—beyond instruction, they serve as counselors, mentors, behavior managers, and sources of emotional support, especially in underserved urban and rural communities. These ro...
Cognitive Behavioral Strategies and Academic Success Among Students Experiencing Trauma, Michael G. Gibbs
This study explores literature focused on the impact of implementing the Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS) method to improve academic achievement among students who have experienced trauma. CBITS is a school-...
Student Behavior in the Special Education Setting, Ashley Ila Gilbertson
The implementation of positive reinforcement in special education settings plays a crucial role in shaping and modifying student behavior. This approach involves rewarding desired behaviors, thereby increasing the likelihood of their recurr...
Improving Academics Using Brain Breaks, Nicole Rose Graeve
This thesis investigates how brain breaks, also known as activity breaks, impact student learning and retention as well as student overall well-being. The compiled research in this review demonstrates how breaks taken throughout the day not...