Master of Education: Educational Policy Studies Final Capping Papers
The Educational Policy Studies Capping Exercise (EDPS 900) is a *3 CR/N course. The purposes of the capping exercise are to demonstrate skills of inquiry, reflection, and critique and to reflect on learning from the graduate experience. The capping exercise is a research inquiry that may fall into one of the following categories: 1) analysis of a work-based problem; 2) critical literature review; 3) scholarly paper; 4) development of professional or organizational resources; or 5) evaluation of a program and/or policy. The capping exercise is to be an original, individually-produced product distinct from the products of other courses completed in a student’s graduate program.
Items in this Collection
- 1Adriana Marcela Ferrer Rondon
- 1Alan Ross Blacker
- 1Alyson Hope Kroetch
- 1Amira Nanis
- 1Anqi Miao
- 1Athena Photinopoulos
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Effective Implementation of Information Communication Technology (ICT) Policy As A Panacea For Efficient And Sustainable Educational Development In Nigeria Amidst Covid 19 Pandemic.
Download2021-04-01
Across the world, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has become an indispensable tool for socio-economic, political and educational transformation and sustainable development. The Nigerian educational system has since recognised this fact and thus introduced ICT policy to promote its...
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Engaging Citizens in Sustainable Development in Switzerland, France, Denmark, Malta, Sweden, and the Philippines
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We live in a finite world, and the sooner we come to terms with this, the better. Because the world we live in does not consist of infinite resources, we must understand that sustainable development is necessary for our survival. We can no longer afford to continue utilizing our resources at the...
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English Language Arts 30-1 Reimagined: A Teacher Resource for Incorporating Critical Pedagogy in the Classroom
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This document serves as a professional resource for 30-1 English Language Arts teachers in Alberta. This resource focuses on incorporating elements of critical pedagogy in the classroom. Through four curated units, this resource offers theoretical and practical tools for weaving themes of social...
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Examining Leadership Support, Hiring of DEI Practitioners and Learning Opportunities in Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace
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This capping paper delves into the multifaceted landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, focusing on three critical dimensions: leadership support, the work of DEI practitioners, and the effectiveness of learning opportunities. With DEI gaining prominence in...
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Exploring Graduate International Students' Sense of Belonging in Canadian Higher Education Institutions
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As the number of international students in Canada continues to rise, understanding and addressing the challenges associated with their sense of belonging becomes paramount. This paper, authored by an international student and instructor, explores the intricate emotions and perceptions surrounding...
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2022-01-01
This qualitative study draws on a phenomenological approach and seeks to understand factors influencing teacher retention and attrition in rural school divisions. As well, it highlights the supports rural divisions could implement to improve teacher retention by understanding factors leading to...
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2022-01-01
The disappointing Grade 6 Provincial Achievement Test (PAT) scores for Peace River School Division (PRSD) for the 2018-2019 year (the most recent scores available due to COVID-19 interruptions) marked the fourth consecutive year the divisional scores had declined. As shown in Figure 1, only 60.7%...
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From Valuable to Essential: A Shift in Perspectives of Parental Roles in Education during COVID-19
Download2020-07-30
For students attending a regular school, parental engagement impacts student achievement more than many other factors. This impact on student achievement increases as parents take greater ownership and interest in their child’s education. Within the literature examined, the most important factor...