This quantitative study examined the student records of a California community college recognized as a dual enrollment leader in the state. the purpose of the study was to evaluate the influence of demographic and academic variables on college persist . . .

The purpose of this study was to examine the experiences of first year community college students on academic probation. a mixed methods, two-phase sequential explanatory research design was implemented to carry out this study. the quantitative first . . .

Much of the literature related to the role of parents supports the importance of parental involvement during a student’s elementary and secondary educational placement. However, very little research follows through with this parent involvement support . . .

This qualitative study explored how teachers of upper elementary school students with mild to moderate disabilities navigate the potentially competing demands of CCSS expectations and best practices for supporting students with learning disabilities i . . .

The philosophy behind the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and its tenets of critical thought, creativity, and application of knowledge require a shift from a focus on content knowledge to how that knowledge is applied across the curriculum and w . . .

This qualitative study explored the meaning of education for stopped-out students. There has been no exploration of the meaning of education for students who have stopped out of college. Stopping out of college is defined as leaving college for a peri . . .

Evidence suggests preschool age students with disabilities (SWD) benefit from inclusive settings. Inclusive education has positive impacts on students’ social–emotional, language, and cognitive skills. Yet, preschool age SWD continue to have limited a . . .

This qualitative dissertation looks at how first-generation college students (FGCS) experience the emotion of guilt as it relates to social capital within higher education. This study included 21 FGCS enrolled at two community colleges in Los Angeles . . .

This dissertation used qualitative, interpretive methods to explore African American and Latino/a community college students’ use of autoethnographic writing to express experiences of marginalization and sense of belonging on their college campus. . . .

Economic conditions require a workforce of lifelong learners. Regional Occupational Programs (ROP) provide career technical education that engage every student in high-quality, rigorous and relevant education to help students become career and college . . .

This comparative case study analyzed two styles of coaching, team and individual, and the perceived impact each style has on instructional practices. This study was conducted in two elementary schools that are part of the same charter organization in . . .

Seating arrangements in college English Literature courses can have an impact on the learning experience for the student. Students who had completed at least one college-level English literature course at a community college were asked about their exp . . .

This study investigated the lived experiences of community college faculty within the California Community College system. It adds to existing literature that aims to understand the factors that influence faculty perceptions of academic accommodations . . .

The Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) process and the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) are relatively new policies school districts across the state are learning to implement. the intention of these policies is to simplify the California sc . . .

This multiple case study used observations and participant interviews to determine if teachers who share their stories of perseverance can influence their students’ ability to persevere through their own challenging situations and if these teachers sh . . .

This study considers how administrators work to provide excellent educational experiences for all students through supporting teacher practice within teacher observation for evaluation (TOFE) systems. Qualitative methodology was used for this research . . .

This qualitative study explored the criteria for success of mentoring, as well as the differences in the success of mentoring provided by internal and external mentors to new principals. In total, 11 administrators participated in the study, one super . . .

This phenomenological research examined the perceptions of eleven online instructors at one community college regarding their experiences teaching online courses. the instructors were invited to participate because their students’ academic course outc . . .

As growing numbers of young adults with high-functioning autism disorder (HFASD) make the transition to college, the need for effective high school transition programs is increasing. Due to inherent deficits in social skills and executive functioning . . .

Transgender students are underrepresented and underserved at community colleges. This study explored the lived experiences of transgender students and their perceptions of inclusiveness with regard to the campus climate. I conducted first and follow-u . . .