Date of Award
12-2014
Document Type
Action Research Project
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Education
Department
Education
First Advisor
Teresa Ripple
Department/School
Curriculum and Instruction
Abstract
This action research study was conducted in a kindergarten classroom at a public elementary school; it included 14 students, nine boys and five girls. This investigation lasted five weeks to examine the effects of developing a positive class culture on student participation in class discussions. Data was collected on pre-, mid-, and post- student input forms, student participation spreadsheet, notes on student conferences, and notes in teacher reflection journal. The results from the student input forms and student participation spreadsheet showed a slight increase in positive attitude and participation level throughout the study. The teacher data showed an increase in overall student involvement and level of participation. Implications are that developing a classroom with a positive class culture leads to a higher level of student involvement in class discussions.
Recommended Citation
Garaas, Ashley. (2014). The Effects of Developing a Positive Class Culture on Student Participation in a Kindergarten Classroom. Retrieved from Sophia, the St. Catherine University repository website: https://sophia.stkate.edu/maed/74