This project addresses the need for easy to use and follow resources for foreign language teachers who are interested in switching their traditional textbook based classes to Comprehensible Input and Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelli . . .

The purpose of this project is to provide educators a resource for creating social justice curriculum via professional development on Colorism. The research offers an explanation of colorism as it is currently understood, the historical significance o . . .

Literacy skills are the foundational skills that students need in order to be able to successfully read and write. For many students these skills are well developed before they commence kindergarten from the exposure to oral communication and nursery . . .

As teachers take on more roles during the school day, the push for efficiency is crucial. Teachers spend a lot of their time in professional development and professional learning communities trying to obtain knowledge and work collaboratively to impro . . .

Immigrant and refugee-background children are a growing population in public schools in the United States. For many, their pre-migration, transmigration and post-migration experiences are painted with violence, war, separation, food insecurity, fragme . . .

Parents of first generation students, specifically Latinos, face many barriers as they attempt to guide their students through a school system they are unfamiliar with. This curriculum project seeks to provide the necessary cultural capital for parent . . .

Whatever grade we may teach, students come to the classroom with varying background knowledge on different topics, literacy skill development, and overall interest in reading. In most of my experiences, students are often given very little time in the . . .

Often times, parents believe that because they do not speak English, they cannot support their student’s literacy skills at home. There is also a common misconception that if students learn English and Spanish simultaneously, they will suffer in Engli . . .

Students exited from newcomer classes face all the hurdles of learning new material while also struggling with cultural and linguistic isolation. Unsurprisingly, when released into the general population, these students tend to flounder and fail in pa . . .

The purpose of this project was to create teacher planning materials and resources to teach foundational literacy skills through both direct teacher instruction and personalized technology for students in kindergarten thru third grade. The project add . . .

The significance of this project lies in the intersection between project based learning and the needs of students in middle school history classrooms. In light of the research on the developmental needs of young adolescents, it is evident that histor . . .

Communication between home and school bears great importance. Parent - teacher communication provides benefits for the school, students, and the teacher especially the communication between teachers and parents regarding students’ academic progress. H . . .

As technology becomes integrated and implemented within school curriculum, there is a constant need to understand the technology that is introduced to the classroom environment and how it can be used to help a student achieve their academic goals. Stu . . .

This paper details the basic components of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and how it is used as a treatment for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Key research includes a 1973 O. Ivar Lovaas study that focused on the use of early intervent . . .

How can general education teachers maximize supports for all students so they can access and successfully interact with grade-level literature? This project focused upon developing a visual tool to improve reading comprehension for students, particula . . .

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 3.1 million adolescents between the ages of 12 and 17 in the United States reported having at least one major depressive episode in 2016. With an increasing number of students reportin . . .

With an increasing demand for science background in an increasing number of occupations and low science scores nationwide, elementary schools are in need of a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) curriculum that encompasses the new . . .

As dyslexia receives more attention in state legislation, schools and teachers need to understand dyslexia. This project is an introductory professional development presentation that begins with an explanation of historical and current research about . . .

With high stakes testing becoming an ever-present reality in public education, the ability for children to read and comprehend at grade level is vital. California Common Core standards require students to reason through the use of the written word, bo . . .

Teachers can use Genius Hour in their classes as an innovative way to get kids excited and passionate about school. Students will be more successful when the teacher takes an innovative approach to teaching, learning and designing new experiences (Wet . . .

As teachers adjust to the implementation of the Common Core State Standards, many mathematics educators have found themselves teaching new curricula that rely heavily on mathematical word problems. This change has greatly affected students’ confidence . . .

This project is an introductory curriculum to build upon English literacy in parallel with social-emotional learning intended for the beginning of a school year. It sets the foundation for a positive classroom environment while developing college and . . .

This project created a secondary education curriculum for an ecology unit in a Biology class that integrated the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and included supports for English Language Learner (ELL) students. This project researched what c . . .

This paper encourages the development of a modified general education curriculum for students with severe Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) by detailing the absence of and teacher demand for a curriculum for this rapidly expanding population of students. . . .

Duckworth, Peterson, Matthews, and Kelly (2007) define grit as a disposition and/or set of skills that combines passion and perseverance toward achieving long-term goals. Individuals with high levels of grit have been shown to have the ability to succ . . .

The purpose of this research is to provide teachers with a professional development resource for maximizing the benefits of mathematics homework. This professional development explains how much time students should spend on homework each night as well . . .

The purpose of this project was to explore effective ways of developing emergent literacy skills at home and use that research to develop a website and handout for Spanish-speaking parents. The project addressed the problem that few resources for Span . . .

Stakeholders identify higher-level cognition and communication as skills critical to the 21st century, STEM-capable workforce. These skills are reflected in the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics shift. Mathematical arguments have been shown . . .

Parents promote learning at home long before their children attend school. For Chinese-American dual language households, education is a priority and parents are willing to spend the efforts in helping their child improve academically. Regardless of t . . .

This project is intended to support education specialists and general education teachers with a resource for easy access on how to implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies in their classroom. It is intended to help teachers understand how . . .

The prevalence of children being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has increased to 1 in 68 as of 2012. In 2013, only 39.7% of students with ASD spent 80% or more of their day within a general education class. ASD is the name for a group o . . .

As parents, special educators, and advocates push for inclusive practices, the number of students with autism being educated in general education classroom environments is rapidly increasing. Research supports inclusive education, where students recei . . .

The author of the following work was inspired to create an integrated STEM curriculum that can be easily implemented within an elementary class setting that is engaging and aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS) in addition to Next Generation . . .

Well over 40 years of budget pressures and a focus on reading and math have results in the arts – music, art, dance - largely beening squeezed out of the school curriculum. Numerous authors describe how arts-poor classrooms translate into missed educa . . .

Writing is intertwined throughout all content areas, making it an essential skill for student success across disciplines. However, writing instruction is not always engaging for students. A thorough review of the literature about the most effective an . . .

This project promotes equity amongst all students through the use of Culturally Proficient Teaching practices. This project consists of a Community Helpers thematic unit; the Spanish written lessons will allow the teacher to analyze and reflect upon h . . .

This project examines the benefits of a classroom pet, specifically a leopard gecko, for middle school students with developmental disabilities, and provides a teacher manual for the implementation of a classroom pet program. Animals have long been us . . .

The purpose of this project was to create a handbook, Zumba-Brain-Breaks: A Guide for Teachers, which explains how to include Zumba dance moves and brain breaks into a daily classroom schedule, in ways that help minimize student inattention, hyperacti . . .

This project is a classroom-level implementation guide that aims to identify the problems of traditional discipline and offer guidance for reshaping public education discipline to become more restorative. Problems of traditional discipline include dis . . .

Literacy is a complex and vital part of modern day life. Individuals need an array of literacy skills in order to successfully access their environments (social, technological, academic, etc.) Students with disabilities tend to demonstrate lower level . . .

With inclusion becoming more popular among school districts for students with disabilities, these students are often not included in extracurricular competitive sports. Many physical education (PE) coaches report not feeling adequately prepared to coa . . .

A strong volunteer program can be a valuable resource to every school. If a school is not utilizing such a program, the students, as well as their families, are under a great disadvantage. This project answers the question of how schools can advance t . . .

Due to recent federal legislation, students with disabilities are now able to participate in rigorous academic and general education curriculum and assessment with their non-disabled peers in a common learning environment. In inclusive classrooms, all . . .

Many high school graduates are ill-equipped to write in a professional capacity or at a college level. While high school graduates are better equipped in reading, many struggle with the texts they will encounter in the workforce or attending college. . . .

While the number of students with special educational needs continues to increase, educators are finding themselves faced with the challenges of implementing effective teaching strategies that meet the needs of all students. Co-teaching has become an . . .

International Mindedness is a developing theme in International Baccalaureate education that has evolved in the 21st century to include sustainability of the planet among other themes. This project has been created to develop International Mindedness . . .

This project explores the benefits of incorporating more movement in the classroom and the effects it has on students’ academic achievement, cognitive function, and behavior. Being physically fit has numerous positive effects on the body, but little h . . .

To date, there is no curriculum that aims to align the English Language Development standards within the International Baccalaureate framework. Without English Language Development standards written explicitly into lessons to support the English langu . . .

The purpose of this project was to create a professional development series for paraprofessionals that includes teaching strategies and instructional techniques paraprofessionals can implement to educate students with moderate and severe intellectual . . .

This project considers the influence a classroom-based mindfulness practice has on teacher resilience, along with teacher and student stress levels and productivity. In the United States and abroad, mindfulness is increasingly gaining support and popu . . .

In light of the research findings on gender differences in education, the purpose of this project is to develop curriculum for a professional development course for teachers on how to examine and enhance the way they differentiate their approach to bo . . .

Paraprofessionals in an inclusive middle school classroom fulfill a fundamental need to successfully support students with special needs. The difficulty with utilizing these essential members of the special education staff is that they are often not g . . .

With an increased emphasis to include special needs students within the general education classroom to learn and participate alongside their peers, there is a growing demand to not only explore best inclusion strategies but to find practical ways to i . . .

The product of this project is a research-based presentation for education professionals who work with children with dyslexia that provides them with an overview of best instructional practices to support student needs. The presentation provides educa . . .

Paraprofessionals are key players in the education of students with disabilities. Research shows there is a need in the area of utilizing these important individuals effectively. Paraprofessionals need to be properly trained on their roles and respons . . .

Research shows that schools that adopt the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) face challenges in fully implementing the programme due to lack of educator understanding of IB MYP terminology. A school in Southern California see . . .

This study analyzes the impact of an increase in student participation in the IEP process on students’ success and self-determination in the classroom. An IEP, Individual Education Program, is, “a written statement for each child with a disability tha . . .

The researcher implemented a portable garden guidebook that can be used by school sites in all areas and specifically urban school settings. This allows for all students and teachers to be involved in a garden regardless of the space available at the . . .

Academic researchers believe that through participation in their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings, students develop a sense of responsibility and learn self-advocacy and self-determination. Students may participate in their IEPs beginning . . .

This project offers a resource manual for general education teachers supporting students with autism. Tools and supplemental aides have been researched and implemented in general education classrooms with students with autism. Positive support strateg . . .

Existing curricula typically eschew minority students’ culture in favor of a more Eurocentric focus. This curriculum project seeks to reverse this trend, which has contributed to a race-based achievement gap wherein Latinos fall far short of their Whi . . .

The mathematical achievement level of students is of extreme concern. This curriculum project seeks to reverse this trend by filling the need for increased mathematics literacy, improved self-efficacy and student motivation. These needs will be met th . . .

This project examined the transition from high school to adulthood for students eligible for special education services who have low incidence disabilities (i.e., intellectual and developmental disabilities). The research answered the question, “What . . .

As more children are being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it is becoming common for general education teachers to have students with this diagnosis in their classrooms. Although teacher preparation programs and professional development . . .

The California Department of Education estimates there are 1.4 million English learner students (ELs) representing approximately 23 percent of all students enrolled in California public schools (2014 – 15 school year). Further, there are approximately . . .

Participation in school settings and in community organizations is an important part of childhood. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and epilepsy, opportunities to participate with their peers who do not have disabilities are uncommon d . . .

By law, educators are required to collect and analyze data on student academic and behavioral performance. Effective progress monitoring of student achievement toward goals results in improved instructional strategies and educational programs. However . . .

With students facing situations that may have a negative impact on their lives including bullying, substance abuse and dropping out of school, it is crucial for educators and the school community to make an effort to implement SEL in the schools on a . . .

A goal of special education is to give individuals the opportunity to build the necessary skills for living life as independently as possible. Independent living skills include such skills as doing laundry, using modes of transportation (e.g., trolley . . .

This project provides both general and special educators with effective, evidence-based strategies needed to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the educational setting. With the prevalence of ASD continuing to increase, parents ar . . .

This project discusses the need for a program that promotes the health and nutrition of students with significant intellectual and developmental disabilities in schools, as well as, details what this might look like in an educational setting for stude . . .

Beaumont High School (BHS), a comprehensive high school of just over 2,400 students, will begin its one-to-one computing initiative with Chromebooks over the 2015-2016 school year. Each of the students at BHS will receive a Chromebook for academic use . . .

The purpose of this project is to identify the essential elements in the creation, development, and implementation of an Intensive Behavioral Intervention (IBI) Program. Through the research process as well as practical teaching application the Intens . . .

For decades, paraeducators have been utilized in the special education setting, taking on a supportive role in enhancing outcomes for students with disabilities. In recent years, the role of the paraeducator has transformed into a dynamic and influent . . .

This project provides multiple benefits for students with disabilities to engage in motor and sensory activities in the classroom. It is important for teachers to allow students opportunities to move and experience multimodality learning. Key research . . .

The purpose of this project is to provide a curriculum of social skills for individuals who do not develop social skills through the typical process of sociocultural interaction: The First 10 Social Skills Everyone Should Know. Due to circumstances, b . . .

The researcher examined the transition from high school to adulthood for people with moderate to severe disabilities. The researcher posed the question, “What can parents do to assist their child with moderate to severe disabilities in the transition . . .

Research has shown that many education specialists do not receive adequate training in transition preparedness for students with mild to moderate disabilities, and therefore, these students lack the supports they need to transition from high school to . . .

High school graduates are enrolling in college without the necessary skills to successfully enter college-level courses. This project was created with the goal of improving writing skills in a diverse 10th grade English classroom at a high school loca . . .

This project was created to increase awareness of the importance of outdoor recreation and physical activity in young peoples’ lives, along with providing a website and resources that could be used in starting up a high school outdoor club in any scho . . .

The purpose of this study is to examine existing research regarding behavior management systems in order to determine the most successful techniques to manage behavior, and then create an improved system that incorporates these techniques. The audienc . . .

The number of children being identified and classified under autism is continually increasing and more and more of these students are enrolling in schools and receiving special education services. Depending on the severity of the students autism, they . . .

This study investigated the use of psychological concepts and communication theory strategies to support the behaviors of three primary elementary age students with moderate disabilities. Given that behavior is a form of communication, the researcher . . .

No Child Left Behind (NCLB) imposes high standards of accountability on schools and educators for all students. In addition, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) reauthorization of 2004 mandates that eligible students receive service . . .

Already offering a robust catalog of online or hybrid courses, California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) seeks to implement its first fully online degree program in Spring 2014 through the Department of Extended Learning. Due to this plan, The ne . . .

Many Spanish speaking students that are capable of passing the Spanish Advanced Placement exam often cannot do so because they are not placed in the correct Spanish classes, or are not presented with the opportunity to develop their native language at . . .

The product for this project is a teacher manual for using iPads in the classroom. No matter how much or how little iPads will be used in the classroom, the manual will provide a hand in improving iPad use in the classroom for teachers. The teacher ma . . .

The purpose of this study and project is to examine research regarding the positive effects offimplementing Token Economies in a variety of educational settings and to produce an effective manual and training for educators. The result of the implement . . .

This study will explore types of inclusion programs for students with special needs. It will then examine an existing buddy program called the Sharing Our Acceptance and Respect (SOAR) program. This causal-comparative study compared a control group th . . .

Young adults with disabilities are legally entitled to educational services to guide their transition to adulthood through educational, employment, and independent living instruction and support. Despite the legally required services, employment stati . . .

This paper documents the creation of a virtual community of practice for mathematics educators in San Diego County. In connection with the Greater San Diego Mathematics Council, the Greater San Diego Math Educators Network (GSDMEN) was designed to pro . . .

The purpose of this project was to create kindergarten curriculum that integrates art-based language arts instruction that is focused on the Common Core and Visual and Performing Arts Standards. The curriculum includes twelve 15- 20-minute lessons. Ea . . .

The purpose of this study was to examine the ways of parents’ involvement in education and help the parents to create an effective home-school partnership. First, different ways of parents’ participation in school-based activities, organizations and e . . .

To provide our students with the skills necessary to be successful learners in the twenty-first century, educators must include technology based lessons and activities within their Language Arts Curriculum. This project is an eight-week 5th grade curr . . .

This project focuses on the transitional needs of high school students with learning disabilities who are approaching high school graduation. The years in high school can become very predictable and regimented. Students usually know exactly what to ex . . .

This project was created with the explicit purpose of infusing democratic education principles in a Title I fifth grade classroom. Glancing back to the one-room schoolhouse and forward historically gives a clearer picture of the enduring need in the A . . .

This project provides a retroactive qualitative description of an independent study program for students with the special education eligibility diagnosis of emotional disturbance. The program described is built around the Native American concept of th . . .

With the new Common Core Standards scheduled to be fully implemented into California schools by 2014, there is a need for transitional curriculum. This project includes a 3-4 week, 13 lesson unit plan that uses writing across curriculum and art to tea . . .

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is one of the most commonly diagnosed learning disorders among children. Students with ADHD struggle to pay attention and control their impulses in class. This behavior often provokes frustration in teachers an . . .

Bullying is global issue that has been on a steady increase. This project is a five week anti-bullying curriculum designed for third grade which integrates language arts and visual and performing arts. The purpose of the curriculum is to inform studen . . .