Whole School Cluster Grouping : Addressing the Widening Range of Academic Needs and Teacher Efficacy
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A Doctoral Capstone Project
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Author: Hull, Megan L.
Associated name (asn): Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania. Department of Education.
Date Issued
2024-06-26
Abstract
This research project aimed to investigate the impact of Whole School Cluster Grouping on student achievement, student growth, and teacher efficacy. The primary purpose was
to explore innovative strategies to meet the diverse needs of all students in a comprehensive educational setting. The study employed a mixed-methods research design, integrating both quantitative and qualitative data to provide a holistic understanding of the intervention's effects. Pre- and post-intervention quantitative data were collected from standardized test scores in English Language Arts and mathematics across grades 1 through 4. Qualitative data were derived from teacher efficacy surveys and narrative responses, providing insights into teacher experiences and perceptions. The analysis included comparing pre- and post-intervention achievement and growth percentages, as well as examining changes in teacher efficacy ratings. The results of Whole School Cluster Grouping indicated mixed impacts on student achievement and positive impacts on student growth. Teacher efficacy showed marked improvement in areas such as student engagement, instructional strategies, and classroom management, suggesting that Whole School Cluster Grouping positively influenced teachers' confidence and effectiveness. Overall, the findings suggest that Whole School Cluster Grouping has the potential to enhance educational outcomes but requires careful implementation to address challenges and optimize its effectiveness.
to explore innovative strategies to meet the diverse needs of all students in a comprehensive educational setting. The study employed a mixed-methods research design, integrating both quantitative and qualitative data to provide a holistic understanding of the intervention's effects. Pre- and post-intervention quantitative data were collected from standardized test scores in English Language Arts and mathematics across grades 1 through 4. Qualitative data were derived from teacher efficacy surveys and narrative responses, providing insights into teacher experiences and perceptions. The analysis included comparing pre- and post-intervention achievement and growth percentages, as well as examining changes in teacher efficacy ratings. The results of Whole School Cluster Grouping indicated mixed impacts on student achievement and positive impacts on student growth. Teacher efficacy showed marked improvement in areas such as student engagement, instructional strategies, and classroom management, suggesting that Whole School Cluster Grouping positively influenced teachers' confidence and effectiveness. Overall, the findings suggest that Whole School Cluster Grouping has the potential to enhance educational outcomes but requires careful implementation to address challenges and optimize its effectiveness.
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