Supporting the School Transitions of Students with Autism
Transitions There is currently a lack of research that focuses on “the needs and experiences of families of children with [autism spectrum disorder] (ASD) ( . . . ) in the United States who represent multiple minoritized identities, including race, ethnicity, language, lower socioeconomic status, and geographical differences.” This study serves to take the first […]
Changing Cultural Norms Through Education
Professional Learning, Cultural Context Research suggests that women face increased barriers when attempting to obtain leadership positions in school districts due to stereotypical cultural norms held in traditionally patriarchal societies. This study seeks to explore the various challenges that women in Ghana encounter when trying to acquire a principal role in their local school district. […]
Enrollment Trends and Student Demographics in California Independent Study Charter Schools
Self-Directed Learning, Online Learning The article provides a summary of home-based pedagogies, enrollment trends, and student demographics in California independent study charter schools. The authors describe how these schools operate with different models of independent study, where students learn through a combination of self-directed activities, online coursework, and in-person meetings with teachers. Independent Charter Schools […]
The Role of Self-Directed Learning, Metacognition, and 21st-Century Skills in Online Learning
Cognitive Science, Executive Functions, Online Learning The study investigated the link between self-directed learning, metacognition, and 21st-century skills in light of online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Teachers and Students Both Struggled During Online Learning The research highlights the impact the COVID-19 pandemic had on teacher training with regard to online learning. Teachers and prospective […]
Developing an Awareness of Working Memory
Executive Functions, Metacognition “Working memory holds working mental representations for us in ongoing cognitive activities.” Meta-working memory or meta-memory refers to the awareness of one’s working memory. The authors explore how meta-memory develops with age. The Importance of Working Memory Storage More accurate meta-memory has been associated with better learning since awareness of forgetting could […]
The Impact of COVID-19 on High School Athletes
Pandemic, Social & Emotional Learning While researchers are beginning to study the impacts of COVID-19 on youth across the globe, the impacts of the pandemic on Canadian youth are still not fully understood. However, it can be hypothesized that because physical activity and social connection are important determinants of mental health, student-athletes may have experienced […]
The Role of Self-Directed Learning in Online Learning
Metacognition, Self-Directed Learning, Online Learning The study was conducted to verify if it was possible to predict the readiness levels of students for online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. The authors researched the readiness levels by analyzing student metacognitive awareness, self-directed learning skills, and 21st-century skills and competencies. It All Starts With The Teacher Yurdugül […]
The Role of Self-Directed Learning in Online Learning
Metacognition, Self-Directed Learning, Online Learning The study was conducted to verify if it was possible to predict the readiness levels of students for online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. The authors researched the readiness levels by analyzing student metacognitive awareness, self-directed learning skills, and 21st-century skills and competencies. It All Starts With The Teacher Yurdugül […]
Postsecondary School Outcomes for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities
Cognitive Science, Inclusion, Transitions Researchers wanted to identify skills, behaviors, expectations, and experiences required of students with cognitive disabilities post-high school to ensure effective transition into new settings for these students. Certain Skills Can Lead to a More Positive Post-School Transition Following a detailed literature review, the authors were able to create a cluster of […]
Teaching English to Students With Special Needs
Inclusion, Interventions This study addresses the subpopulation of students with significant cognitive disabilities and who are also English language learners. The study explores the instructional experiences of this subgroup as they have complex language acquisition and academic needs. Special Education Teachers Are at the Forefront Students with significant cognitive disabilities and who are also English […]
