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Capstone Projects from 2023

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How Can Culturally-responsive Instruction Help Middle and High School Teachers Address Muslim Students' Needs?, Mona Aly

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Curriculum Design that Supports Multilingual Learners' Literacy Development: Pairing the Science of Reading and Oral Language Development Utilizing Read-Alouds, Eleanor Christman

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Empowering and Educating LGBTQ+ Middle Schoolers Through Intentional Instruction of Queer Topics in GSA Clubs, John Gallagher

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Special Education Diploma Acquisition and Transition Planning in Alternative School: An Authentic, Individualized Approach, Margaret Hoehn

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Creating First Grade Math Learning Materials in the Chinese Immersion Learning Environment, Huishu Jia

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Equity In The Math Classroom How Math Teachers Can Achieve Equity Despite District’s Budget, Tony Edward Kohanek

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Folktale Friends: An After School Club Curriculum For Building Community And Cultural Competency, Abby Marta

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Using Cooperative Groups to Enhance Student Learning in a High School Math Class, Caitlin McCain

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English Language Arts Curricular Interventions and Achievement in Advanced First Grade Learners from Underserved Backgrounds, Nicole McKenzie

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Educating Paramedics on the Importance of Postpartum Maternal Health and Related Emergencies, Jeffery Morgan

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Elevating Student Voices Through Rigorous Academic Discussion: A Unit of Study for the Middle School English Language Arts Classroom, Emily O’Brien

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Supporting Social-Emotional Learning with Diversely Representative Children’s Literature: Toolbox Supplementary Read Aloud Lesson Plans, Taylor Rose

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Critical Literacy and Independent Learning Routines with Opportunity Youth, Natalie Seger

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AVID for ELLs in Content Classes, Whitney Selimovi ć

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Supporting Multicultural Mental Health with Culturally and Linguistically Relevant Practices, Codi Shogren

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Implementation of Co-Teaching to Benefit Students with Unique Needs, Zoe Weiler

Capstone Projects from 2022

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How Affinity Groups Can Help With Bipoc Teacher Support, Retention, And Growth, Emily Dech

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Preparing Trauma Informed Teachers and Utilizing Trauma Responsive Systems to Increase Educational Success For Elementary Age Students, Kate Jordal

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Cultural Relevance In Art Matters: An Accessible Curriculum, Mary Beth Magyar

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Supporting Multilingual Learners in the Content Classroom Through Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching Practices, Karen Martinez Tinajero

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How To Create A Successful Learning Environment For Students With Challenging Behaviors, Kristin Otto

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Studying the Self: Students Examining Culture and Identity for Improved Engagement and Achievement, Zara Pylvainen

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A Curriculum: Integration Of Sixth Grade Common Core And Wida 2020 Standards, Anna Sanford

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Using an Interactive Word Wall to Increase Spanish Language Acquisition for Urban Middle School Learners, Jordan Schuneman

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Teaching Growth Mindset in a Secondary Mathematics Classroom, Katherine Sneider

Capstone Projects from 2021

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Real-world Learning In Middle School Mathematics, Elizabeth Ackerson

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Word Problem Wednesday, Elizabeth Ackerson

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Improving Student Learning And Number Sense Through The Combination Of Cooperative Learning And Number Talks, Timothy Augustin

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Project Based Learning as a Teaching and Learning Method for Middle School ELLs, Chandreyee Basu Thakur

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The Benefits Of Utilizing Technology In The Physical Education Classroom, Brooke Benecke

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Implementing Math Discourse and Rich Math Tasks to Develop Mathematical Thinking, Heather Berry

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How Can Restorative Justice Practices Be Utilized To Create A Positive Classroom Climate In A K-2 Setting?, Ella Brown

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Impact Of Modeling Practices On Middle School Science Students, Anna Caspar

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Teaching Through a Social Justice Lens: A Unit of Study Designed for Second-Year Heritage Spanish Students, Ellen Chirhart

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Antiracism and Culturally Responsive Teaching: Elevating Student Voice to Lead Critical Dialogue on Race, Lars Ericson

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Designing A Professional Development Series For Educators On The Benefits Of Mathematical Manipulatives For Elementary Students’ Understanding And Mindset, Emily Geraghty

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Culturally Relevant Pedagogy in the Online Elementary Classroom, Kelsey Iverson

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Effective Differentiation Of Vocabulary Instruction For Upper Elementary Classrooms, Erin Johnson

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Developing A Deep Understanding Of Multiplication And A Growth Mindset In 5th Grade Students From Marginalized Groups, Rachael Johnson

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Figuring-it-out: Fostering Independence Through Transferable Problem-solving Competence, Maya Kruger-Steinrueck

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Cognitively Guided Instruction Strategies For Strengthening Fifth-grade Students Understanding Of Fraction Concepts, Hao Li

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Play-based Learning For Young Students, Katherine Marston

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A Visual Phonics Curriculum Resource for First Grade Teachers of Struggling Readers, Fiona McGraw

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Asset-Based Kindergarten Readiness For Black Children In Preschool And The Implications For Racial Equity, Jocelyn McQuirter

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Differentiation And Online Learning, Emily Nelson

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How Does The Use Of Annotation Affect Reading Comprehension In The Primary Grades Of Immersion Education?, Erin O’Flaherty

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Fostering Critical Thinking Skills, and Engagement to Produce Better Retention of 4th Grade Math, Christine Prostrollo

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Teaching Mindfulness in High School Settings, Gena Roisum

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Test-Optional Admission: Why and How?, Emma Scott

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A Capstone Project Concerning Social Justice In Secondary Science Education, Jacob Skerletts

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Alternative Education and Accountability: An Exploration, Kate Storks

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Culturally Sustaining Social Studies: Practical Applications to a High School Elective Course, Emily Thomas

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Framework For Implementing Metacognitive Reflection Tools To Facilitate Student Learning, Elise Thompson

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Effective Social Skills Curriculum For Students With Emotional And Behavioral Disorders That Focuses On Skill Generalization Across Settings, Jessica Waterstreet

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Availability of Diverse Books For Early Elementary Students, Lili Weisman

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Developing Mathematical Thinking in High Schoolers Through “Curricular Thinking Tasks”, Michaela Weispfennig

Capstone Projects from 2020

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The Importance of Social And Emotional Learning In the Classroom, Kayla Bilotta

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Components Necessary to Create a Flipped Model of Instruction for Accelerating 4th-8th Grade Gifted/Talented Students, Samantha Boyd

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Creating A Model-Based Chemistry Curriculum Sequence, Dillon Briesemeister

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The Impact of Feedback on Learning and Mindset for Female Students in Mathematics Using Comments to Improve Mindset and Learning in Math: A Professional Development Workshop, Elizabeth Christenson

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Increasing 4th Grade Student Engagement Through Technology and Other Strategies, Brennan Dickinsen

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Components Of Chinese Culture And Education, Brandon Fike

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Impact of Implementing Differentiated Spelling Curriculum On Student Spelling Ability Using Words Their Way (2012), Kaleigh Fuchs

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SEL in the High School Social Studies Classroom, John Gonzalez

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Culturally Relevant Small-Group Strategies to Increase Engagement in African-American Students, Kimberly Haley

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Increasing English Language Students Pre-Literacy Skills in Preschool, Alyssa Henderson

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Advisors Help You Get There: Personalized Learning Plans in the Alternative School, Christy Irrgang

Effectiveness of Guided Reading with Social and Emotional Considerations, Kelsi Jensen

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Social-Emotional Learning Integration Into Language Arts Classrooms, Claire Johnas

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The Role of Restorative Practices in Building Community, Increasing Student Learning and Reducing Racially Disparate Discipline in Secondary Schools, Lawrence Koszewski

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Using Student-Generated Questions to Promote Curiosity and Student Learning, Todd Larsen

Increasing Verbal Communication with Peers for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder By Using In-class Engagement Activities, Jessica Linden

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Impact of Homework on Learning, James McPherson

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Play-Based Curriculum During Literacy Instruction in Kindergarten, Kayla Mertes

Increasing Academic Achievement By Directly Instructing Self-assessment and Self-advocacy, Kairsten Nelson

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Assessment Best Practices: A Review of Current Best Practices at the Secondary and Local Level, Amanda Reed

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Differentiated Assessments in a Social Studies Middle School Class, Carrie Reisdorfer

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Designing a Discussion-Based Social Studies Curriculum, Sara Schmidt-Kost

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How Will Self-Centering and Breathing Practices Improve and Promote Purposeful Learning In Beginning Band, Leah Toppen

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Best Practices for Professional Development of ALC Teachers to Assist Gifted and Talented Students, Julia Wallner

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What Effect Does Social and Emotional Learning Have on Elementary Students Using the Second Step Curriculum?, Britteny Wolterstorff

Capstone Projects from 2019

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Childhood Trauma: What Is It, And How To Help Our Students Heal, Melissa C. Andretta

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Social-Emotional Learning for the Alternative High School, Lindsay A. Bednar

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Authentic Science Curriculum In An Alternative High School Setting, Julia Brunner

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How To Make A Read-Aloud Engaging To Students In A Multi-Age Setting, Katie Cates

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How to Improve High-Risk High School Student Achievement and Well-Being Through Using Best Practices, Particularly in an Alternative Setting, Laura Lopez Dahl

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Fostering Student Interest and Motivation in Second Grade Writing, Nicholas Dorow

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How Discourse And Collaboration Can Be Used In Mathematics Classrooms To Promote Engagement And Learning, Emily Elsner

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Personalized Core Vocabulary Books In A Federal Four Special Education School, Carley Hoffman

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Effectively Teaching Metacognitive Strategies Across Content Areas To Enhance Comprehension, Jessica F. Johnson

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Mindfulness-based interventions: The implications for stress management and academic performance in undergraduate students, Kathryn Johnson

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U.S. History Curriculum Project Using Blended Learning To Improve Formative Feedback, Timothy Kennealy

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Focused Note-Taking in a High School Mathematics Course, Megan Koerner

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Promoting Student Metacognition to Aid the Writing Process, Jessica Kramar

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Greek Mythology Vocabulary Building, Samantha Levinson

A Geographically Based Curriculum Incorporating Visual Arts, Music And Biology, Jeremy Lish

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The Impact Of Critical Reading Strategies On Reading Comprehension Among Middle School Students, JoLynn E. McAlpine

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Seeing Through The Racist Smog: With A Reading Curriculum Based On Culturally Responsive Teaching And Warm Demander Pedagogy, Maren Swann

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Learning Science In A Second Language, Alisha Tomsen

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Social Justice Teaching in the Elementary General Education Classroom, Chandra Turner