2011 M.Ed. Thesis Abstracts & Documents

Note: If you perform a search on Reeves Library Catalog by Author, entering "Moravian University Masters of Education," entries for all Master of Education thesis documents will be retrieved.

 

Black, Lauren (2011). Renaissance of the Heart: Building Student Relationships Through Dialogue Journals to Increase Student Engagement.

• Abstract - Black (PDF)
• Full Document - Black (PDF)

 

 

Cierech, Jennifer (2011). Using Portfolio Assessment in a First Level Spanish Class.

• Abstract - Cierech (PDF)
• Full Document - Cierech (PDF)

 

 

Deemer, Stephanie (2011). Formative Assessment & You: Perfect Together.  

• Abstract - Deemer (PDF)
• Full Documen - Deemer (PDF)

 

 

Deily, Jennifer (2011). Using Goal Setting to Increase Academic Self-Efficacy in At-Risk Ninth Grade Students.

• Abstract - Deily (PDF)
• Full Document - Deily (PDF)

 

 

Doklan, Bridget (2011). Allowing Students to Think for Themselves: Critical Thinking Through Socratic Circles.

• Abstract - Doklan (PDF)
• Full Document - Doklan (PDF)

 

 

 

Fanelli, Gabrielle (2011). Using Structured Play and Priming in the Natural Learning Environment to Enhance Social Skills in Children Identified as Having Autism Spectrum Disorder.   

• Abstract - Fanelli (PDF)
• Full Document - Fanelli (PDF)

 

 

 

Fiske, Sara (2011). Read Smarter, Not Harder: Implementing Comprehension Monitoring to Improve Critical Reading.

• Abstract - Fiske (PDF)
• Full Document - Fiske (PDF)

 

 

Greger, M. Adam (2011). Tonal Centers: Experiences with Learning Centers in the Music Classroom.

• Abstract - Greger (PDF)
• Full Document - Greger (PDF)

 

 

Gross, Maryann (2011). Perfecting Practice: Applying Self-Regulations Strategies to Practice in an Urban Middle School Orchestra.

• Abstract - Gross (PDF)
• Full Document - Gross (PDF)

 

 

Lasso, Jennifer (2011). Traditional Grammar: I Did It; Why Should They? A Look At How Adding Descriptive Writing Techniques Helped Struggling Writers.  

• Abstract - Lasso (PDF)
• Full Document - Lasso (PDF)

 

 

Lilly, Kevin (2011). Matacognitive Effects on Reading Comprehension.  

• Abstract - Lilly (PDF)
• Full Document - Lilly (PDF)

 

 

Oertner, Matthew (2011). Reciprocal Teaching: Facilitating Retelling Skills in Read Alouds for First Grade Students.

• Abstract - Oertner (PDF)
• Full Document - Oertner (PDF)

 

 

Petko, Amanda (2011). Using Literature Circles in the Middle School Setting.

• Abstract - Petko (PDF)
• Full Document - Petko (PDF)

 

 

Quartuch, Matthew (2011). Is Authentic Enough? Authentic Assessment and Civic Engagement.

• Abstract - Quartuch (PDF)
• Full Document - Quartuch (PDF)

 

 

Schaffer, Barbara (2011). Dancing with the melody of the wind: Autobiographical inquiry in the secondary ESOL classroom.

• Abstract - Schaffer (PDF)
• Full Document - Schaffer (PDF)

 

 

Simon, Lisa (2011). Self-Directed Learning: Creating a Classroom of Independent Learners and Critical Thinkers.

• Abstract - Simon (PDF)
• Full Document - Simon (PDF)

 

 

Tannous, Jennifer (2011). Going Graphic: A Study in Visual Literacy Strategies.

• Abstract - Tannous (PDF)
• Full Document - Tannous (PDF)

 

 

Tucker, Megan (2011). Technology-Rich Project-Based Learning and the Comprehension of Music Theory.

• Abstract - Tucker (PDF)
• Full Document - Tucker (PDF)

 

 

Varela, Bernadette (2011). Beyond the Surface: Using Student-Generated Questioning Strategies to Increase Critical Thinking Skills in Secondary English Language Arts Students.

• Abstract - Varela (PDF)
• Full Document - Varela (PDF)

 

 

Venanzi, Danielle (2011). Valuing Student Opinion and Choice: Blogging to Create a Community of Learners.

• Abstract - Venanzi (PDF)
• Full Document - Venanzi (PDF)