-
-
Ostrom, Richard Interview AudioBaseball in Pennsylvania Oral History CollectionAudio recording of the interview of Richard Ostrum in November 1994.
1994
-
-
Ostrom, Richard Interview TranscriptBaseball in Pennsylvania Oral History CollectionTranscript of the interview of Richard Ostrum in November 1994.
1994
-
-
Ovenshine, Gordon Interview AudioROCKvoices Oral History ProjectAudio recording of the interview of Gordon Ovenshine conducted on January 30, 2009.
2009
-
-
Ovenshine, Gordon Interview TranscriptROCKvoices Oral History ProjectTranscript of the interview of Gordon Ovenshine conducted on January 30, 2009.
2009
-
-
Ovenshine, Gordon Interview Video ClipROCKvoices Oral History ProjectVideo clip from the interview of Gordon Ovenshine conducted on January 30, 2009.
2009
-
-
Overcoming childhood adversitya collective case study of the influence of ACEs on the work of special education teachersIn order to fully realize student-focused trauma-informed care, educational settings must become trauma-informed environments wherein all who are served and all who are employed are supported through trauma-informed care. The purpose of the study was to identify the ...
Show moreIn order to fully realize student-focused trauma-informed care, educational settings must become trauma-informed environments wherein all who are served and all who are employed are supported through trauma-informed care. The purpose of the study was to identify the ways in which adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) influenced the work of special education teachers, how they overcame their ACEs, and describe the supports that are necessary to create a trauma-informed environment for them. The literature review revealed the significant toll ACEs have on physical and mental health, as well the social and emotional tone of a classroom. A holistic collective case-study design and narrative analysis was used to evaluate three semi-structured interviews with special education teachers employed in the 2020-2021 school year in southern Pennsylvania. Semi-structured interview transcripts were combined into one composite interview transcript, which served as the data set for analysis. Analysis revealed the following salient themes: special education teachers are called to their work, ACEs created an adulthood awareness childhood struggles, ACEs encouraged connections with students and their families, personal relationships were the key to overcoming ACEs, trauma-informed care is for students only, resilience in the real world, and the division that exists between general education and special education teachers.
Show less2021
-
-
Oversized ObjectsThis is a collection of digital versions of "oversized" items physically stored in vertical and flat files.
-
-
Pagano, Anthony Interview AudioROCKvoices Oral History ProjectAudio recording of the interview of Anthony Pagano conducted on April 22, 2009.
2009
-
-
Pagano, Anthony Interview TranscriptROCKvoices Oral History ProjectTranscript of the interview of Anthony Pagano conducted on April 22, 2009.
2009
-
-
Pagano, Anthony Interview Video ClipROCKvoices Oral History ProjectVideo clip from the interview of Anthony Pagano conducted on April 22, 2009.
2009
-
-
Papa, John Interview AudioROCKvoices Oral History ProjectAudio recording of the interview of John Papa conducted on April 27, 2023.
2023
-
-
Papa, John Interview TranscriptROCKvoices Oral History ProjectTranscript of the interview of John Papa conducted on April 27, 2023.
2023
-
-
Papa, John Interview Video ClipROCKvoices Oral History ProjectVideo clip from the interview of John Papa conducted on April 27, 2023.
2023
-
-
Patterson, Edna Interview AudioJames Mennell Oral History CollectionAudio recording of the interview of Edna Patterson on September 30, 1980.
1980
-
-
Payne, Ursula Interview AudioROCKvoices Oral History ProjectAudio recording of the interview of Ursula Payne conducted on February 3, 2024.
2024
-
-
Payne, Ursula Interview TranscriptROCKvoices Oral History ProjectTranscript of the interview of Ursula Payne conducted on February 3, 2024.
2024
-
-
Payne, Ursula Interview Video ClipROCKvoices Oral History ProjectVideo clip from the interview of Ursula Payne conducted on February 3, 2024.
2024
-
-
Perceived levels of burnout in public school SLPsSchool-based speech-language pathologists (SLPs) experience high caseloads and increasing demands on their time. Simultaneously, levels of burnout are increasing across many fields, including education. As burnout rates are increasing, so are the numbers of workers l...
Show moreSchool-based speech-language pathologists (SLPs) experience high caseloads and increasing demands on their time. Simultaneously, levels of burnout are increasing across many fields, including education. As burnout rates are increasing, so are the numbers of workers leaving specific fields. As of now, there are no studies that explore the level of burnout that school SLPs are facing. Therefore, the aim of this study was do determine these levels, identify the factors contributing to these feelings, and how they impact the potential for SLPs to leave the field. A qualitative study was completed via surveys sent to eligible school-based SLPs. The SLPs were asked to complete an open-ended survey, which would provide a snapshot of the lived experiences of the participants. The results showed that the SLPs that participated are experiencing similar situations, with similar constraints put on their time during work hours. All of the participants report experiencing at least one symptom of burnout, with many experiencing these feelings multiple times per week. The SLPs identified similar factors contributing to their feelings, as well as specific ways administrators could work to fix these problems. The results showed that, while SLPs are experiencing burnout, most are unlikely to leave the school-based sector at this time.
Show less2023
-
-
Perceptions and pragmatics of therapy dog implementation in schoolsThe benefits of the application of therapy dogs have been well documented. Studies related to therapy dogs have shown success in reducing stress and anxiety, improving behavior and self-esteem, increasing reading scores, promoting socialization and motivation, increa...
Show moreThe benefits of the application of therapy dogs have been well documented. Studies related to therapy dogs have shown success in reducing stress and anxiety, improving behavior and self-esteem, increasing reading scores, promoting socialization and motivation, increasing rates of de-escalation, and helping younger children develop empathy. Common concerns related to the use of therapy dogs have previously been documented. These concerns include child and animal welfare, animal hygiene, zoonotic disease, and fear or cultural differences. Concerns such as these may cause schools to deny the use of therapy dogs in their facilities. The purpose of this qualitative study was to determine what problems have manifested in schools and how they compare to concerns documented by previous studies. Staff in Pennsylvania schools were surveyed to identify what, if any, problems arose during the implementation of therapy dog programs within their districts, and whether staff perceptions changed after implementation. Results from this study can assist school stakeholders in decision-making and policy development related to therapy dog implementation. Despite problems that have manifested, including those specific to K-12 schools, staff perspectives of therapy dogs became more favorable after implementation.
Show less2022