Browsing Auburn Theses and Dissertations by Department "Curriculum and Teaching"
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Biotechnology in Agricultural Education
(2025-12-04)
Abstract
CHISM, LISSI CARR. Biotechnology in Agricultural Education. (Under the direction of Dr.
Jason McKibben.)
This dissertation examined the integration of biotechnology within Georgia School-Based
Agricultural ...
Born Into These Crooked Ways: Black Men Secondary Social Studies Teachers’ Thoughts on American Citizenship and Teaching as Activism in the American Dirty South
(2024-07-30)
This interpretive case study used Black Critical Patriotism (Busey & Walker, 2017) as a theoretical framework to make meaning of two Black men secondary social studies teachers' thoughts on American citizenship, the purposes ...
Building Blocks of a Functional Classroom Community: A Case Study of the Challenges to Construct a Successful Environment of Learning
(2014-07-09)
The purpose of this study was to examine a classroom’s dynamics to investigate how one teacher describes students’ disruptive behavior and the strategies used to maintain classroom integrity for a more conducive environment ...
Building Language and Literacy Foundations for L2 Learners in West Africa with Oral Vocabulary Instruction and Shared Reading of Predictable and Non-Predictable Stories in Picture Books
(2013-07-19)
This study investigated the effects of shared reading on oral vocabulary development with 42 second language (L2) learners in Dakar, Sénégal. Participants, ranging from four to six years old, were taught French target words ...
Can Deliberation Occur? Student Decision-Making about Controversial Political Issues in Online, Face-to-Face, and Blended Formats
(2013-07-19)
This study investigated the influence of format on the ability of students to reach a collective decision regarding a controversial political issue through the deliberation process. Three deliberation iterations were ...
Career Pathways of Agriculture Students: An Introspective Look Through a 40-Year Lens
(2025-05-01)
Escalating workforce demands, rapid technological advancements, and the rise of niche markets have significantly impacted agricultural career pathways and post-secondary educational opportunities, increasing the importance ...
Characteristics and Barriers Impacting the Eradication of an Invasive Species in Trinidad and Tobago: Case Study of the Giant African Snail (Achatina fulica) A Three Paper Dissertation
(2023-12-07)
The purpose of this study was to understand the influence of selected factors on the adoption of eradication methods/programs for the Giant African Snail (Achatina fulica) by farmers. This study used Rogers, (2003) Diffusion ...
Climate Variability Adaptive Capacity: Perceptions of Alabama Farmers
(2020-11-20)
The purpose of this study was to describe the adaptive capacity perceptions of Alabama farmers to climate variability. Adaptive capacity is the ability to successfully respond to climate variability threats. Climate change ...
Climate-Smart Agriculture: Building A Resilient Cocoa Industry In Ghana
(2024-04-12)
The Study is a three-paper article dissertation. The purpose of the first paper is to examine smallholder farmer's perception of climate change in cocoa production in Ghana. The study employs shifts in environmental ...
Close, Closer, and Even Closer: Introduction of the Digital Microscope into Elementary (K5) Enrichment and Art Classrooms
(2008-12-15)
This study examines the effect of introducing digital microscopy into two elementary classrooms: Teacher E’s enrichment classes and Teacher A’s art classes. Data were obtained during 2004 by conducting preliminary interviews, ...
Comparing the Effectiveness of Reform Pedagogy to Traditional Didactic Lecture Methods in Teaching Remedial Mathematics at Four-Year Universities
(2013-07-19)
Postsecondary remedial mathematics courses often have relatively low pass rates compared to other courses (Bahr, 2008; Virginia College Community System, 2011) and have contributed to the view that mathematics is a gatekeeper ...
A Comparison of High School Students’ Development of Statistical Reasoning Outcomes in High and Low Statistical Reasoning Learning Environments
(2015-12-11)
The purpose of this study was to study the impact of conformity to Statistical Reasoning Learning Environment (SRLE) principles on students’ statistical reasoning in Advanced Placement statistics courses. The study encompassed ...
A Comparison of Music Compositional Process and Product of Two Groups of Secondary Students: Using Only Acoustic Instruments Versus Using Acoustic Instruments and iPads
(2014-12-10)
The purpose of this study was to explore compositional process stages, determine aptitude score changes, and examine differences in two groups of secondary-level general music students who composed music over eight composition ...
Comprehension Strategy Instruction with Teacher Read Alouds for First Graders
(2006-12-15)
The purpose of this experimental study was to examine the effectiveness of comprehension strategies instruction delivered through teacher read alouds on the reading comprehension abilities of first grade students. ...
Computer Science Implementations: A Study of Perceptions and Professional Development Needs
(2023-08-01)
The goal of this research was to identify the perceived needs of teachers, evaluate the overall climate of the Computer Science classroom, and address strengths and weaknesses in support for Computer Science teachers. The ...
Constructing Meaning through Talk: A Research Study Examining the Use of Dialogic Discourse in Guided Reading to Promote Student-Centered Classroom Practices in Primary Classrooms
(2019-01-22)
Teachers have been tackling the best approaches to teaching reading comprehension for decades. The classroom teacher becomes a vital component in improving the critical thinking students must develop within academic settings. ...
Contributing Factors to Agricultural Educator Disengagement
(2023-07-05)
As populations continue to rise across the globe, it is essential to continue the education of all people on the importance of agriculture. Agriculture is the backbone of society, and humans would not be successful without ...
CTE Leadership: An examination of leadership competencies, challenges, and professional development needs of administrators
(2025-05-05)
The goal of this research study was to identify the leadership skills of CTE administrators, the challenges of CTE administrators, and the areas where professional development were needed. The purpose of the study was to ...
The Culture of Homework: The Stories Teachers Tell
(2017-07-07)
One facet of education is homework. The purpose of this study was to examine how teachers use homework as an instructional strategy. This study examined the views of five educators and how they use homework as a part of ...
The Current Usage and Applications of Traditional Christian Hymns for Teaching Choral Music in the Secondary Setting
(2020-02-12)
For generations Christian hymns were used as instructional tools and performance literature (Keene, 1982; Mark & Gary, 1992); however despite their ubiquitous presence in the choral music education profession, few studies ...