Program
Education K-12 M.A.
Number of Pages
66
Year Approved
2025
First Advisor
Grubidge, Amie
Second Reader
Lisa Silmser
Abstract
Poverty has a negative impact on student achievement through a variety of factors such as student engagement, motivation, parent engagement, and resource access. This thesis explores the relationship between poverty and academic achievement by examining how disparities related to socioeconomic status impact a student’s cognitive and emotional development. The reviewed research also investigates effective strategies that teachers and administrators can implement to mitigate these effects, such as using evidence-based instruction and behavior management strategies in the classroom, increasing parent engagement, applying regular, high-quality professional development, and providing equitable access to resources. Research highlights the importance of a holistic approach to addressing the poverty-related achievement gap as well as advocating for systemic changes to education to address the barriers experienced by low-income students and their families.
Degree Name
Education K-12 M.A.
Document Type
Masterʼs thesis
Recommended Citation
Sorbo, A. L. (2025). The Impact of Poverty on Student Achievement and Effective Strategies to Close the Gap [Masterʼs thesis, Bethel University]. Spark Repository. https://spark.bethel.edu/etd/1155
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