This two-phase sequential mixed methods exploratory study examined the perceived skill deficits of instructional deans at California community colleges to better understand the training and development needs that are necessary to support dean success . . .

This sequential explanatory mixed-methods design study researched (a) first and second generation participating target Filipino and Mexican English language learners’ (ELLs), daily behavioral engagement, with special emphasis on their oral and written . . .

This study examined teacher and administrator perspectives in regards to the adoption and implementation of an elementary mathematics teaching approach called Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI), at three elementary school sites of a rural elementary . . .

This study examined the roles and responsibilities of California Community College counselors. Three case studies were conducted at 3 community colleges within the central California region. Participants included 3 general counseling faculty members a . . .

This study utilizes a mixed methods exploratory design to examine the nature of math faculty engagement in the student learning outcomes assessment cycle. The focus of the study is on the types of changes that math faculty are implementing as a resu . . .

This qualitative research study focused on the Hollister Dual Language Academy, a small school that implemented a 50:50 English/Spanish dual language model. It was recently awarded the California Distinguished School Honor in 2012 for its commitmen . . .

This qualitative study focuses on two cases studies, the perceptions of first and second-generation college graduates from a four-year public college who transferred from a two-year public college regarding family, social, institutional factors and . . .

State and local assessment data from 117 students in one school in the California Central Valley were examined to determine how much participation in a kindergarten through second grade multitiered reading intervention model contributed to third gr . . .

This study explored, through the use of phenomenological research methods, the experiences of community college administrators in the development and implementation of educational partnerships. The study focused on the actions of these administrators . . .

This study analyzed factors that may increase pass rates on the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE). Four research questions were analyzed: (a) What are students' perceptions regarding the effectiveness of preparation that may contribute to p . . .