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Title: Journal of Scholarly Endeavor

Year Created: 2020
Sub-title: Vol. 20

Title: Journal of Scholarly Endeavor

Year Created: 2023

Title: Journal of Scholarly Endeavor

Year Created: 2024

Title: Journal of Scholarly Endeavor

Abstract: Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania’s Symposium for Research and Scholarship, now the Symposium for Student Research, Scholarship and Creative Achievement, was created in 2001 to celebrate and share the scholarly achievements of the university community. Launche...
Show moreSlippery Rock University of Pennsylvania’s Symposium for Research and Scholarship, now the Symposium for Student Research, Scholarship and Creative Achievement, was created in 2001 to celebrate and share the scholarly achievements of the university community. Launched by Dr. Patrick A. Burkhart, the symposium and it’s Journal of Scholarly Endeavor were the result of a motion carried by the University Forum in May of 2000. The Journal of Scholarly Endeavor presents the abstracts of the annual Symposium, representing a broad collaboration of interests from across the institution. The journal was not published in 2021 or 2022.
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Title: K-12 General educator and special educator knowledge and preparedness in special education law
Year Issued: 2024

Abstract: Together, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act protect students with disabilities from discrimination and ensure that services are received in order to access the general education curriculum. K-12 general educatio...
Show moreTogether, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act protect students with disabilities from discrimination and ensure that services are received in order to access the general education curriculum. K-12 general education teachers and special education teachers are among the most critical individuals in implementing the federal laws that protect students with disabilities in the school setting. Despite the shift to inclusive practices that is safeguarded by extensive procedures subject to litigation, past research has revealed a gap between educator knowledge and preparedness to implement special education law in the classroom. The purpose of the research was to answer the research questions, “What undergraduate preparation and professional development training do K-12 general educators and special educators receive regarding IDEA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, in one public school district?” and “To what extent are K-12 general education and special education teachers familiar with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, in one public school district?” To obtain this information, a qualitative study was conducted consisting of a 10-question open-ended survey which was distributed to 10 general education teachers and 10 special education teachers in one public school district. Survey data was analyzed using an open-coding method. Three major findings emerged from the data and were categorized into themes. Theme one concluded that educator’s obtain knowledge of IDEA and Section 504 mainly by means of professional development and through a district administrator. Secondly, educators identify the main components of IDEA as being FAPE, LRE, IEPs, and parental involvement. The tertiary theme revealed educator’s identify the main component of Section 504 to be protection from discrimination for students with disabilities. Findings suggest that teachers may receive more training and coursework geared towards The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act when compared to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Additionally, years of experience seemed to have little impact on knowledge and preparedness pertaining to special education federal law.
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Author: McBroom, Kelley

Title: Key factors contributing to the academic success of African American males with a disability
Year Issued: 2022

Abstract: There is a diversity of factors that negatively affect the academic success of African American males, from early childhood through adulthood; however, there are those African Americans males with disabilities that are beating the odds and are obtaining degrees at th...
Show moreThere is a diversity of factors that negatively affect the academic success of African American males, from early childhood through adulthood; however, there are those African Americans males with disabilities that are beating the odds and are obtaining degrees at the post-baccalaureate level. This qualitative case study, therefore, aims to identify key factors that contribute to the academic success of African American males with a disability who have attained master’s and earned doctoral degrees. Both purposive sampling and snowball sampling were employed to recruit participants for the study. Three African American males with a disability, one of whom has an earned doctoral degree one, an earned Master’s 'degree and one who is currently pursuing a doctoral degree, participated in the study. Specifically, the interview method was used to gather data as the study investigated an unexplored area in research that contrasts disability diagnosis, and academic success in a specific racial group at the master's degree and terminal degree levels. After data was gathered, the researcher relied heavily on content analysis. Findings from the study show that the factors which contributed to the academic success of African American males with a disability includes family support, resilience, faith/ spirituality, academic engagement, self-advocacy and a belief in ones’ ability to succeed no matter the circumstance. African American males with a disability faces a variety of challenges on their path to academic success, however they can achieve academic success despite all the challenges they face.
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Author: Nation, Lorna

Title: Language discourse in music therapy
Abstract: The following thesis is a culmination of an interpretative phenomenological analysis research study seeking to understand music therapists’ experiences of delivering music therapy services with a language interpreter. The purpose of this study has four main tenets: 1...
Show moreThe following thesis is a culmination of an interpretative phenomenological analysis research study seeking to understand music therapists’ experiences of delivering music therapy services with a language interpreter. The purpose of this study has four main tenets: 1) To understand the therapists’ experiences of delivering music therapy services with interpreters, 2) To fill the gap in the music therapy literature on working with interpreters, 3) To serve as a resource for music therapists delivering music therapy services with interpreters, and 4) To combat the systemic issues of access and equity within the music therapy field. Data was collected through one-on-one semi-structured interviews with 5 music therapists. Data was then transcribed, coded, and thematized, resulting in 40 themes and seven domains: 1) Ways of working with interpreters, 2) Benefits of working with interpreters, 3) Drawbacks of working with interpreters, 4) Music therapists’ feelings when working with interpreters, 5) Potential reasons for not working with interpreters, 6) Dangers of not working with interpreters, and 7) Considerations for music therapists working with interpreters. The findings indicate areas of growth and the need for increased education for music therapists when working with interpreters. Music therapists are also challenged to confront their own privileged stances on the issues of language and linguistic privilege within the U.S., as related to working with patients with limited English proficiency and from historically marginalized communities within music therapy.
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Year Issued: 2023

Author: Obermeier, Victoria
Sub-title: Therapists' experiences of delivering music therapy services with interpreters

Title: The Late Edition Publicity Photograph
Year Created: 1993

Abstract: Digitized copy of the The Late Edition Publicity Photograph
Sub-title: Xtremes Publicity Photograph Collection

Title: Let's talk about sex and IDD
Abstract: Adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) tend to receive inadequate comprehensive sex education (CSE). This problem could be addressed by providing sex education taught by general education health teachers to students with IDD in high school...
Show moreAdolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) tend to receive inadequate comprehensive sex education (CSE). This problem could be addressed by providing sex education taught by general education health teachers to students with IDD in high school, a cost-effective yet underutilized and under researched service model. This qualitative study sought to determine the types of support health teachers need to effectively teach CSE to adolescents with IDD and to identify any misconceptions they have about the sexuality of individuals with IDD. Nine health teachers from 3 public school districts in Northeastern Pennsylvania were studied using a revised version of the Attitudes to Sexuality Questionnaire – Individuals with an Intellectual Disability (ASQ-ID) and semi-structured interviews. Data was analyzed by cross-case pattern analysis to generate a list of recommendations for local districts on how best to support their existing health teachers in the implementation of formal CSE for young adults with IDD. The three primary supports participants need are (1) support from special education staff, (2) assistance in developing the curriculum and adapting instruction, and (3) additional training. With these supports, general education health teachers can provide effective CSE to adolescents with IDD so they can be equipped with the relationship and sexuality knowledge and skills necessary to lead safe, fulfilling lives.
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Year Issued: 2024

Author: Baton, Jessica
Sub-title: a qualitative analysis of the perspectives of secondary general education health teachers on necessary supports for teaching sex education to young adults with intellectual and developmental disability

Title: Levy, Alan Interview Transcript Expanded Version
Year Created: 2023

Abstract: Expanded version of the interview of Alan Levy conducted on September 29, 2023.
Sub-title: ROCKvoices Oral History Project

Title: Linda Smith Publicity Photograph
Year Created: 1994

Abstract: Digitized copy of the Linda Smith Publicity Photograph
Sub-title: Xtremes Publicity Photograph Collection

Title: Loneliness, Covid-19, and music
Abstract: This thesis explores the experiences of older adults during the lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While this research is about a specific time in history, the information that has been gathered from it is has been relevant for decades. In this study, fifteen ind...
Show moreThis thesis explores the experiences of older adults during the lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While this research is about a specific time in history, the information that has been gathered from it is has been relevant for decades. In this study, fifteen individuals residing at a nursing home where I worked, as a music therapist working in the activities department, share their experiences of loneliness during lockdown that resulted from the COVID-19 pandemic. This study was conducted by gathering data both qualitatively and quantitatively. Each participant completed a loneliness scale questionnaire and took part in a semi-structured interview. Questionnaire data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The interview content was coded using descriptive coding and grouped into themes and analyzed. Themes emerged to coincide with Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s 5 Stages of Grief. These themes were Not Feeling Any Different/Nothing Has Changed, Feelings of Frustration/Feeling Restricted, Wishing Things Were Different, Feelings of Loss, and Feelings of Acceptance, Hope, and Faith. Additionally, a theme centered around the role of music in participants’ lives. Discussion of the of the implications of the results of this study, as well as limitations and recommendations for future research were explored.
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Year Issued: 2021

Author: Rieger, Rhiannon
Sub-title: Experiences of older adults in a nursing home