Doctoral Dissertations
Submissions from 2025
Exploring the Essence of Teacher Retention in a Christian School: A Multiple Case Study, Philip Rey Regualos
The Experiences of Itinerant Teachers of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing Promoting Self-Determination Skills Among K-12 Students With Hearing Loss: A Phenomenological Study, Rebecca E. Rhodes
Exploring Teacher Perception of Student Engagement within the Online Learning Environment: A Transcendental Phenomenology Study, Donia Frances Rinaldi
Understanding How On-Campus Involvement and Socioeconomic Status Impacts Academic Success: A Causal-Comparative Study, Eric Ryan Rivenbark
Exploring the Perceptions of Community College Leaders: Active Learning Strategies for Enhancing Student Engagement and Learning Outcomes, Bradley Robbins
A Qualitative Descriptive Study of Course Developer/Instructor: Incorporating Systems-Based Knowledge and a Systemic Approach to Performance-Based Instructional Design in Law Enforcement Training, Dalisay A. B. Rosado
The Difference of Self-Efficacy Between General and Special Education Teachers In Rural Elementary Co-Taught Classrooms: Quantitative Causal Comparative, Tilnisha Pritchard Rosser
Using Simulation To Teach Students Transferable Skills For Paramedic Educators In A Prehospital Clinical Setting In Urban Georgia: A Phenomenology, George Antonio Rouse
Teacher Learning Communities: A Qualitative Case Study of Professional Development in Special Education, Tiffany D. Rowland
Exploring Teacher Knowledge in Meeting the Expectations of Integrated Content Language Development in Mathematics: A Descriptive Case Study, Carrissa Rozelaar-Miller
Educational Technology Instruction in Teacher Preparation Programs: A Hermeneutical Phenomenological Study, Madison R. Russell
Exploring the Lived Experiences of University Students With Lyme Disease: A Qualitative Transcendental Phenomenological Study, Rebekah A. Russell
A Transcendental Phenomenological Study Exploring the Social Identity Experiences of Male Teachers of Color in the Male Scholarship Program, Tamisha Marcena Sales
Understanding The Sense of Belonging Within Inclusive Elementary Settings: A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study, Precious La'Shawn Sanders-Lewis
The Positive Influence of Minority Male Educators: A Phenomenological Study on Their Role and Necessity in Education, Mark V. Sanders
A Quantitative Casual-comparative Study to Determine the Difference in Perception of Inclusive Education Among Teachers in Preschool, Elementary and Middle School, Boimah G. Sayway
Marketing Culture of Award-Winning Secondary School Librarians: A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study, Cynthia Martin Schmidt
Predicting Success in Intermediate Algebra: The Role of Gender, Race, PERT Scores, Homework Grade, Tutoring Hours, and Self-Efficacy in Math, Florencia Sepulveda
Understanding the Personal Growth of Students in Alternative Education Administered by a Title I School in Southeastern Oklahoma: A Case Study, Allison Shannon
Investigating Faculty, Students, and Diversity Officers' Attitudes Towards Cultural Diversity: A Causal-Comparative Study, Kerry Simmons
A Phenomenological Study on the Influence of Teacher Perceptions on Play-Based Learning, Courtney Simpson
A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study of Missouri K-12 Public School Educators' Expression Experiences on Social Media, Jacob Murphy Small
Motivation and Self-Efficacy Among Higher Education Developmental and College-Level Mathematic Students: A Causal-Comparative Study, James Brian Smith
Exploring Collaborative Engagement to Meet the Academic Needs of Multilingual Learners: A Case Study, Shannon M. Smith
Interpreting the Re-Engagement of Disenfranchised Youth with Disabilities Through the Lived Experiences of Alternative High School Staff Members: A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study, Stephanie Jean Smith
Middle School Teachers’ Experiences in the Virtual Co-Teaching Setting: A Qualitative Transcendental Phenomenological Study, Suzette A. Smith
Lived Experiences of Preparedness of Dual Credit Students for the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness Exams: A Phenomenological Qualitative Study, Susan Fields Speights
Exploring the Transformational Leadership Program That Enhances Students’ Academic Achievement at a Public High School in California in 2023–2024: An Instrumental Case Study, Raouf Fouad Srafen
The Retention of African American Male Educators in Urban Schools: A Phenomenological Study, Justin Askew Standifer Jr.
The 1:1:1 School District: A Qualitative Study on the Teacher Experience of Utilizing Instructional Technology in a 1:1 School District with One Instructional Technology Professional to Deliver Technology Professional Development, Christopher William Stephens
A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Approach to Understanding the Academic Support Services That Influence the Success of Student Veterans, Yuki A. Stephenson
An Exploration of Self-Efficacy of Online Dissertation Chair-Only Faculty During the Mentoring Process: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study, Heather L. Strafaccia
Exploring Teachers' Perspectives of Developing Creativity in Students With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Hermeneutic Phenomenology, Mary C. Strickland
A Phenomenological Study Exploring the COVID-19 Mental Health Influences on Post-High School Students and Educators, Melvin J. Thomas
A Study of Student Support Services: The Impacts They Have on the Lives of Two-Year College Student, Sonya Yvette Thomas
Teacher Perspective and De-Escalation of Aggressive and Disruptive Behaviors in Early Elementary Students Who Come to School at Risk of Academic Failure: A Phenomenological Study, Rebecca L. Thurman
Teacher Perspectives of Supporting High School Students Who Are Sex Trafficked in Northeast Ohio: A Qualitative Study, Melanie Timco
A Qualitative Hermeneutic Phenomenological Analysis of Educator Perspectives on the Benefits of Multisensory Instruction in Elementary Classrooms, April L. Tinoco
Understanding Parent Involvement and Student Success: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study of the Lived Experiences of Parent Role Models Who Have Attended School Based Parent Support Programs, Chelsie Eileen Kelley Tucker
A Phenomenological Study on Teachers' Lived Experiences with Digital Learning and Students with Disabilities During and Post-Covid-19 Pandemic, Angie R. Tyson
Improving Equity for African American Female Educators: An Applied Study, Lakeisha D. Vaughan-Jones
A Hermeneutic Phenomenology Study Interpreting the Lived Experience of K-12 Teachers: The Role of Technology Integration in Shaping Academic Performance, Kathy S. Vaughan
Exploring Adult Learners’ Spiritual Formation in Online Learning: A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study, Haroldo Higino Viana
Teaching in the Age of AI: A Causal-Comparative Study of Educators’ Attitudes Towards Integrating AI into Instruction Based on Career Stages, Diandra P. Walker
Exploring Educator Perceptions Regarding Parental Involvement in Inner-City Alternative Schools and Programs for Students with Behavior Challenges: A Qualitative Case Study, Marcia Nicole Waller
Examining the Relationship Between Tolerance of Student Behavior, Teachers' Race, Teaching Experience, and Teachers' Multicultural Self-Efficacy: A Multiple Regression Study, Sherise N. Waterman
Exploring School-Based Early Intervention for Developmental Disabilities: A Phenomenological Study of Parental Experiences, Brenda Nichol Webb
Burned: A Phenomenological Study on Educator Burnout within Self-Contained Classrooms, Nyausha West-James
The Teaching Motivation of Filipino Educators in English-speaking International Schools in Japan: A Transcendental Phenomenological Qualitative Study, Gloria Jean Whitaker
Teaching-Induced Emotional Distress: A Phenomenological Study, Elizabeth Paige White
Are We Ready? A Phenomenological Study on Teachers' Perceptions Surrounding Readiness to Teach Diverse Communities and the Responsibility of Teacher Preparation Programs, Ja'Niece Tiara Whitehead
In Defense of Play: A Hermeneutical Phenomenology Exploring Preschool Directors' Beliefs, Education, Experiences, and Perceived Barriers to Implementing A Play-Based Pedagogy, Dusti Nikole Whitfield
The Difference in Parent Involvement and Parental Satisfaction in Suburban, Rural, and Urban Schools, Jennifer Whittie-Wells
A Phenomenological Study of Principals' Perceptions of Principal Preparation Programs, Jennifer Gael Wiese
Exploring Caregiver Perspectives of Their Transitioning Young Adults With Intellectual / Developmental Disabilities: A Qualitative Study, Sydney C. Wilkerson
The Influence of Homework on the Learning and Achievement of Middle School Students in Southern Maryland: A Multiple-Case Study, Andrea J. Williams
Predicting Job Satisfaction Based on Empowerment Factors for Elementary and Secondary Teachers: A Quantitative Study, Tenise R. Williams
Mental Well-being, Belonging, and Chronic Absenteeism: A Correlational Study, Crystal D. Woodall
Vulnerable Student Populations’ Understanding of Title IX, Campus Support, and Supportive Resources: A Hermeneutical Phenomenological Study, April Lynn Wright
The Experience of Military Personnel Who Participate in College Programs: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study, Sunday LaCella Wright
Submissions from 2024
Perceived Influence of Artificial Intelligence on Educational Leadership's Decision-Making, Teaching, and Learning Outcomes: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study, Mousa Fayiz Abduljaber
The Relationship between Leadership Styles of a Principal and African-American Student Achievement in Elementary Reading, Joel James Abe
Post-Secondary Education Experiences of Military-Connected Students: A Phenomenological Study, Craig J. Alia
Exploring the Lived Experiences of Teachers When Enrolled in an Asynchronous Certification Program: A Phenomenological Study, Sara R. Allen
Home Educators’ Experiences Teaching Beginning Readers: A Phenomenological Study, Meghan K. Allred
Causal Comparative Study of Structured Literacy Knowledge Between Participants of Dyslexia Intervention Training Programs, Rhonda Rene' Alm
Military Early Childhood Educators' Experiences of Transitioning From the Creative Curriculum to Early Learning Matters (ELM) Curriculum: A Case Study, Joretta Anderson
Mentorship Experiences of College Level Educators: A Phenomenological Study, Rebecca M. Arsenault
A Predictive Correlation and Causal-Comparative Study on Early Childhood Social-Emotional Scores, Socioeconomic Status, and Academic Achievement, Denise A. Ashley
A Phenomenological Study of Novice Special Education Teachers' Experience Applying Causal Attributions to Challenging Behavior, Mandy Marie Augst
A Phenomenological Study to Understand Student Perceptions of Classroom Integration Strategies in Online Class Environments, Tanya Monique Balderrama
Exploring the Role of Curricular Engagement in the Secondary English Classroom: A Case Study, Kelsey Leah Baldwin
K-12 Teachers’ Experience with Professional Development on Implementing Intervention for Cognitive Reading Disorders and Dyslexia: A Qualitative Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study, Rosemary Balestieri
A Transcendental Phenomenological Study of Multimedia-based Pedagogy: Experiences of Elementary School Teachers in Developing Cognitively Stimulating Instruction, Siyanbola Enitan Balogun
Neurodiversity Persistence in STEM Programs: A Phenomenological Study of Self-Efficacy Among Autistic Students in Higher Education, Cecil Anthony Banning
The Academic Achievement Gap and the Cultural Experiences of Black College Students: A Phenomenological Study, Sonia Barnett
Multiple Perspectives Examining How a High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) Program Affects Student Development: A Case Study, Kurt Duane Barry
Enhancing Productive Vocabulary of ESL Learners: A Qualitative Case Study, Hala Bastawros
A Phenomenological Study on the Experiences of English as a Second Language Adjuncts, Dawn Annette Bell
Predicting Educator Perceptions of Tennessee's Teacher Evaluation System: The Role of Teacher Gender, Years of Experience, and School Level Taught, Leonida T. Bell
Experiences of Educators in Implementing Mindfulness in K-6 Special Education Transition Settings: A Case Study, Matthew David Bilchak
Learners' Lived Experiences for Filling Out a Professional Development Program's Formal Evaluation After Learning About the Kirkpatrick Evaluation Framework: A Transcendental Phenomenology Study, Judine Eleanor Bishop
