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- Birth Order and Divergent Thinking: A Meta-Analysis
- This article is a meta-analysis examining the association of birth order and divergent thinking (DT). The main purpose was to examine how ordinal position (only, first, middle, or last-born) is related to creativity. Results showed that first-borns had higher DT scores than later-born children.
- ¡Muévete! Integrating physical education and language learning in bilingual classrooms
- Presentation sharing strategies for developing academic vocabular in Spanish and English through movement. It was presented at the Texas Association for Bilingual Education Conference held in 2018.
- What kind of questions do creative people ask?
- Article explains that asking questions is a key characteristic of creativity and an important component of the creative process. In this study, the authors investigated the relation between creativity indicators and three types of questions: open vs. closed ended questions, possibility thinking, and temporal thinking.
- EXERT and TEAM21: Partnerships for Professional Development
- This article discusses the process of developing professional development programs for educational leadership in response to the 1984 Texas Education Reform Bill, also known as House Bill 72.
- Rumination in major depressive disorder is associated with impaired neural activation during conflict monitoring
- This article examines behavioral and event-related potentials (ERP) indices of conflict monitoring during a modified flanker task and the allocation of attention during an attentional blink (AB) task, and whether their behavioral performance and ERPs varied with level of rumination.
- MAP training: combining meditation and aerobic exercise reduces depression and rumination while enhancing synchronized brain activity
- This article discusses the efficacy of mental and physical (MAP) training in improving symptoms of depression and rumination in individuals with major depressive disorder (MDD).
- The Extent of Autism Knowledge of Novice Alternatively Certified Special Education Teachers in Texas
- This article assesses the knowledge of novice alternative certification teachers in the area of autism intervention.
- Examining Youth Conceptualizations of Water Safety Behaviors among Participants in a Learn-to-Swim Program
- Article presents a qualitative-based study evaluating how youth apply learned water safety concepts when posed with a hypothetical aquatic scenario.
- Information Communication Technology Use among Students in Inclusive Classroom
- This article compares the leisure and school-related computer use of students in inclusive classrooms.
- Comprehensive comparison of Apple Watch and Fitbit monitors in a free-living setting
- This article evaluates the accuracy of three consumer-based activity monitors, Fitbit Charge 2, Fitbit Alta, and the Apple Watch 2, all worn on the wrist, in estimating step counts, moderate-to-vigorous minutes (MVPA), and heart rate in a free-living setting.
- Technology Makes the Heart Grow Fonder? A Test of Media Multiplexity Theory for Family Closeness
- This article examines the impact of online and offline interactions for the quality of family relationships.
- A Classroom Research Study Concerning the Application of a Framework for Planning and Sequencing E-Learning Student Interactions
- This article reports on an assessment of a framework for planning and sequencing e-learning student interactions and its capacity to accommodate critical student interactions in a graduate leadership curriculum delivered through hybrid e-learning technologies.
- Factores que Influyen en laCreciente Demanda y Escasa Oferta de Maestros Bilingües
- Presentation examining the factors influencing the growing demand for bilingual teachers in the United States, but it also highlights the ongoing shortage of bilingual teachers. It was presented at the 11th annual Jalisco-Texas Conference which was held virtually on March 30-31, 2023.
- Classroom observations of a cross-age peer tutoring mathematics program in elementary and middle schools
- Article describes how a growing body of research has shown the positive effects of peer tutoring on students’ academic achievement, self-concept, attitude, social, and behavioral outcomes. The authors' study examined classroom practices, as well as program teachers’ and students’ behaviors within a cross-age peer-tutoring program implemented in elementary and middle schools that serve predominantly Hispanic students.
- Addressing Disproportionality in Special Education Through a Social Justice Framework
- Presentation discussing the disproportionality in special education programs, which is the over or under representation of a specific group or population identified with a disability or placed in special education in comparison to the actual number of students, and it provides some actionable solutions. It was presented at the 11th annual Jalisco-Texas Conference which was held virtually on March 30-31, 2023.
- Better Health-Related Fitness in Youth: Implications for Public Health Guidelines
- This article discusses the upcoming 2018 update to public health physical activity guidelines.
- Emergency and Disaster Preparedness for Individuals Who Use Augmentative and Alternative Communication: A Pilot Study on Supported Planning Using a Toolkit
- Article describes how when emergencies or disasters arise, individuals who use augmentative and alternative communication are particularly vulnerable. This study highlights the need for preparedness activities that are person-centered and account for the communication support needs of individuals who use AAC if faced with an emergency/disaster.
- A Proposal to Expand Doctoral Production in Sub-Saharan Africa
- Paper accompanying a presentation for the 2015 University of North Texas (UNT) Student and Faculty Research Symposium on African Studies. This paper discusses a proposal to sustainably expand doctoral production and retain more doctoral graduates in Africa in university service
- A Bayesian Rate Ratio Effect Size to Quantify Intervention Effects for Count Data in Single Case Experimental Research
- This article formulates a within-subject Bayesian rate ratio effect size (BRR) for autocorrelated count data that would obviate the need for small sample corrections. The authors illustrate this within-subject effect size using real data for an ABAB design and provide codes for practitioners who may want to compute BRR.
- Comparing the Bayesian Unknown Change-Point Model and Simulation Modeling Analysis to Analyze Single Case Experimental Designs
- This article compares two simulation-driven approaches: Bayesian unknown change-point model (BUCP) and simulation modeling analysis (SMA) for three real datasets that exhibit “clear” immediacy, “unclear” immediacy, and delayed effects. In the final analysis, it is recommended that both visual and statistical analyses be conducted for a thorough analysis of SCEDs.
- Response to Intervention: Perspectives of General and Special Education Professionals
- This article describes implications for school leadership and the need for preservice and continuing professional development concerning all aspects of response to intervention (RTI).
- Nap Opportunity During the Daytime Affects Performance and Perceived Exertion in 5-m Shuttle Run Test
- Article describes study comparing the effect of different durations of nap opportunity during the daytime on repeated high-intensity short-duration performance and rating of perceived exertion (RPE).
- Longer Nap Duration During Ramadan Observance Positively Impacts 5-m Shuttle Run Test Performance Performed in the Afternoon
- This article presents a study with the aim of examining the effect of different naps opportunities’ durations during Ramadan on performance of short-duration repetitive maximal exercise and perception of effort.
- Creating Bilingual Instructional Activities
- Presentation exploring research related to translanguaging and creating bilingual instructional activities. It was presented at the 10th International Conference for Teachers of English held in Honduras.
- La Importancia De Promover La Educación Bilingüe Alrededor Del Mundo
- Presentation promoting the importance of bilingual education on behalf of the National Association of Bilingual Education (NABE).
- Student Motivation Strategies to Start the New School Year!
- Presentation for developing student motivation with an emphasis in bilingual education or ESL students. It was presented as part of the Education for Hispanic Dual-Language Institute held at W. H. Adamson High School in Dallas, Texas on October 14, 2017.
- La indagación como estrategia clave en el aula bilingüe
- Presentation highlighting how to use inquiry-based practices in the classroom. It was presented at the National Association for Bilingual Education Conference held in 2017.
- SUCCESS of UNT Pre-service Teachers and Latino Families
- Presentation highlighting Project SUCCESS in Language and Literacy Instruction which is a Title III National Professional Development Program at the University of North Texas funded by the U. S. Department of Education. The project is directed by the Bilingual Teacher Education Program of the University of North Texas. UNT works in partnership with Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, Region 10 ESC, the Latino Family Literacy Project, and the Intercultural Development Research Association for this project. The goals of the project are to prepare bilingual and ESL pre-service teachers, to provide professional development for in service teachers to improve their instruction for English Learners (ELs) and to engage teachers with families and communities. It was presented at the 11th annual Jalisco-Texas Conference which was held virtually on March 30-31, 2023.
- A Fresh Perspectives: Newbies Implementing the SIOP Model
- Presentation sharing a program to support English language learners in mathematics and science by training in-service and pre-service teachers using the SIOP (Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol) model. It was presented at the TexTESOL conference in 2017.
- Journey to the Essence of Research in Child Development
- This poster discusses an experiential learning activity for the UNT course DFST 3123 Child Development. The goal of the activity is to support student information-seeking and information-processing skills and guide students as they gain skills in identifying, understanding, and applying evidence-based research findings to child development.
- RelacióN Entre Violencia De Pareja Y Estrés Parental en Población Mexicana
- This article explores the relationship between intimate Domestic Violence and Parental Stress in Mexican women.
- “Being Wholly Muslim and Wholly American”: Exploring One Islamic School’s Efforts to Educate Against Extremism
- This article reports findings from a qualitative case study of an Islamic school in the United States that counters religious extremism through the promotion and development of an American Muslim identity in its students, an ideology that advances the idea that an individual can be wholly American and wholly Muslim without any incongruity.
- Quantitative Analysis in Kinesiology
- This poster discusses the experiential learning activities developed for the UNT Quantitative Analysis in Kinesiology course, including technology components, video segments created, fully functional learning modules, flash learning activities, and integrated clicker technology.
- Validation of the Physical Education Teacher's Efficacy for Standards-Based Instruction (ESBI) Scale
- This article studies the validity and reliability of the Efficacy for Standards-Based Instruction (ESBI) scale, developed by the current investigators, and to compare the ESBI with two other self-efficacy scales that had been used in physical education.
- [Review] Higher Ground: Ethics and Leadership in the Modern University
- This article reviews the book "Higher Ground: Ethics and Leadership in the Modern University," by Nannerl O. Keohane.
- Learning in 140 Characters: English Teachers’ Educational Uses of Twitter
- This article describes results from a survey of 109 English teachers describing their frequent and versatile uses of Twitter.
- The Virtual Workroom: Using Social Media, Teachers Reach Beyond School Walls to Learn and Grow
- This article discusses educators' use of professional learning networks and its impact on their teaching and student learning.
- Innovation to what end? Exploring the dynamic landscape of Texas teacher preparation pathways
- This article conducts an exploratory study of innovation in Texas' teacher preparation marketplace by drawing on theories of organizational innovation, specifically, dimensions of innovation related to organizational structure, processes, and outcomes. The analysis suggests programs should critically unpack what it means to be innovative in a dynamic and competitive teacher preparation marketplace.
- The Case for Measuring and Reporting Bilingualism in Developmental Research
- Article argues that bilingualism and language experience in general should be routinely documented in all studies of infant and child development regardless of the research questions pursued, and provides suggestions for measuring and reporting children’s language exposure, proficiency, and use.
- Mental Health Interventions for Parent Carers of Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder: Practice Guidelines from a Critical Interpretive Synthesis (CIS) Systematic Review
- This article contains a systematic review that identifies key qualities of interventions supporting the mental health of parent carers and proposes practitioner-parent carer support guidelines.
- Women Balancing Biology and Opportunity in the 21st Century
- This presentation is part of the faculty lecture series UNT Speaks Out on Women in the 21st Century. This presentation discusses the emotional health of women and explores balancing the biology of women in with all of the changes in the 21st century.
- Understanding Adolescents' Need Support, Need Satisfaction, and Health-Related Outcomes: A Self-Determination Health Behavior Perspective
- Paper describes a study exploring the relationships among perceived need support from physical education teachers, psychological need satisfaction, and adolescents’ health-related outcomes in Chinese adolescent students.
- How Do Chinese International Students View Seeking Mental Health Services?
- This article is a study exploring how Chinese international students view seeking mental health services.
- The Impact of Ignoring a Level of Nesting Structure in Multilevel Mixture Model: A Monte Carlo Study
- This article uses simulation studies to examine the impact of ignoring a higher nesting structure in multilevel mixture models.
- Differential Growth Trajectories for Achievement Among Children Retained in First Grade: A Growth Mixture Model
- Article discussing a growth mixture model and differential growth trajectories for achievement among children retained in first grade.
- The Efficacy of Common Fit Indices for Enumerating Classes in Growth Mixture Models When Nested Data Structure is Ignored: A Monte Carlo Study
- This article investigates whether the correct number of classes can still be retrieved when a higher level of nesting in multilevel growth mixture model (MGMM) is ignored.
- Effects of Cardiorespiratory Fitness and Weight Status on Knowledge of Physical Activity and Fitness, Attitude Toward Physical Education, and Physical Activity
- This article examines the effects of cardiorespiratory fitness and weight status on knowledge of physical activity and fitness, attitude toward physical education, and physical activity.
- HIV in Asia: History, Challenges, and Solutions
- This presentation is part of the faculty lecture series UNT Speaks Out on HIV/AIDS. This presentation discusses HIV in Asia, including its history, challenges, and solutions.
- Succession Planning Activities at a Rural Public Health Department
- This article provides an overview of a qualitative case study utilizing interviews and evaluation of publically-available documents to investigate the process of succession planning in a moderately-sized public health office located in a metropolitan community in a frontier-rural state.
- The Role of Dynamic Systems Theory in Motor Development Research: How Does Theory Inform Practice and What Are the Potential Implications for Autism Spectrum Disorder?
- This article reviews 18 instances in the literature where dynamic systems theory (DST) has been used to analyze, test, or manipulate motor patterns and movement.