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An Exploratory Study of Greek Life at Rhodes College
(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-05)
This exploratory study of Greek life was conducted in response to a request by Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee, where administrators are interested in learning more about fraternity and sorority life at the College. ...
An Exploratory Study of Factors Related to Effective Teaching in SAIS Member Schools
(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04)
Independent schools are private schools not dependent upon any
outside organization for governance or financing. They are truly
independent with regard to operations and finances, and they follow
a mission that drives ...
The Influence of Site Based Decision Making Councils on the Work of Principals in Jefferson County Public Schools
(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04-23)
Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) is the
public school district serving Louisville,
Kentucky. With an enrollment of
approximately 99,000 students, JCPS is
Kentucky's largest public school system.
Each school in ...
An Evaluation of Teacher and Principal Experiences During the Pilot Phase of AISD Reach, A Strategic Compensation Initiative
(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-05)
In an effort to address issues of teacher quality, the AISD (Austin Independent School District) began implementation of AISD REACH: a Strategic Compensation Initiative in July 2007. The initiative targets three key areas: ...
Strategically Managing the Future of Lindsey Wilson College: Enhancing Market Position and Reducing Student Departure
(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-05)
The following research project was in response to a request by Lindsey Wilson College (LWC) for evidence-based data to inform two areas of the institution's strategic management plan. Institutional leaders are interested ...
Critical Evaluation of the W.O. Smith School of Music
(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-03-01)
The W.O. Smith School of Music is a non-profit, educational organization that provides low-income (free or reduced lunch) students with the opportunity of quality musical instruction and inspirational musical experiences. ...
Comprehension is the Key: Unlocking Deep Comprehension in the Primary Classroom
(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-03-01)
Teaching reading comprehension is vitally important to students understanding that reading is a meaning making process. Unfortunately, a review of many teachers' reading comprehension instruction shows that no instruction ...
Family Literacy Partnerships: Promoting Student Achievement by Connecting Home and School
(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-02-13)
The purpose of this essay is to discuss effective practices for connecting home and school environments in order to facilitate the literacy development of students. Families should be included in the school environment as ...
Toward a Theoretically Grounded Choral Music Pedagogy
(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04-13)
This study applies critical educational theories to the real practice of teaching choir in secondary schools, focusing on four major areas: Learners and Learning, Learning Environment, Curriculum and Instructional Strategies, ...
Dual Language Education Programs in U.S. Schools
(Vanderbilt University. Peabody College, 2009-04)
In recent years there has been a growth of English language learners (ELLs) in America and with this growth comes the need to find the most appropriate services to meet the educational needs of both ELLs and native ...