Theses/Dissertations/Projects from 2024
The Brain is the Body: A S.M.A.R.T. Approach to Self-Regulation and Learning, Jennifer Autumnstar
Teacher-Paraprofessional Collaboration in Special Education, Amber Blilie and Mary Spillum
Teacher Retention: A Qualitative Analysis of Issues Surrounding the Retention of Special Educators, Ryan Brumwell
A “How to Guide” of Tier 2 Reading Interventions, Nolan Coyle
Gifted Students with Physical and Health Disabilities: Characteristics, Identification, and Programming, Terence Friedrichs
Addressing All Areas of Child Development Through Early Intervention, Allison Green
Stigma in Special Education Services with Student Focused Solutions, Deion Heinen
Empowering Math Skills: Integrating Add+VantageMR (AVMR) as an Intervention for Individuals with Learning Disabilities, Christa Heisler
Physical Impairment Guide, Matthew Lytle
Student-Centered Task Box Instruction, Mikayla Meece
Accessing and Implementing Assistive Technology in a K-4 School, Victoria Olson
COLLABORATIVE STRATEGIES FOR INCLUSIVE EDUCATION, Jill Ortega
Analyzing Phonics Curriculum for Early Learning, Candice Schultz
Jr. GLOmies Elective Class : Increasing Inclusion and Building positive relationships within our schools, Sarah Sparks
Teacher-Paraprofessional Collaboration in Special Education, Mary Spillum and Amber Blilie
Progress Monitoring Importance, Challenges, And Solutions, Brenda Steffens-Romereim
Collaborating and Supporting Education Support Professionals (ESPs), Macy Stockamp
Descriptions that tell, Katerina Sturgis
Optimizing Special Education with the Use of Technology in the Classroom, Briana Sundet
The Power of Relationships and Behaviors, Preston Teske
Disproportionality of English Language Learners in Special Education, Spencer Van Beck
Understanding Disabilities: Developing an Inclusive High School Curriculum with Peer Interaction, Mariah Weiss
Theses/Dissertations/Projects from 2023
How to Make Inclusion Work in Your Preschool Program, Shelly Aldinger
How to Make Inclusion Work in Your Preschool Program, Shelly Aldinger
Student Perceptions of Co-Teaching, Megan Berg
Resources for Parent Empowerment in Early Childhood Special Education, Taylor Caspers
Supporting Native American Families in Schools, JaNace Christjohn
Recognizing Teacher Burnout: Utilizing Teacher Retention Strategies to Help Work Life Balance of Educators, Meghann Downer
A Training Module for Paraeducators Using HLP: Social/Emotional/ Behavioral for Teaching Social Behavior, Abbigale Edland
Video Coaching for First-Year Special Education Teachers, Katherine Gadient
Culturally Responsive Teaching In Special Education, Tayler Goggleye
Educator Self-Reflection: Parent Communication Methods in Special Education, Katie Hosch
Student Aggression and Teacher-Related Trauma, April Hyde
Avoiding Burnout: Newsletters that Promote Special Education Teachers Well-Being, Kayler Knott
Assistive Technology- Consideration, Consultation, Collaboration, Amanda Kreuger
Teaching Techniques for Improving Student Behavior and Performance in Classrooms: A Review of the Literature, Mackenzie Laughlin
Standards Based Inclusive Preschool Curriculum, Bridgette Leigh
The Impact of Structured Literacy on Students with Reading Disabilities, Chelby Miller
Reflecting on ECSE Parent Coaching: Integrating High Leverage Practices 2, 11 and 16 with Parents of Children Birth through Age 2, John Muhlenpoh
A.I.M. Handbook Parent Handbook, Emery Palm
Reading Instruction, Interventions, and Process, Chelsey Pederson
Multi-Level Inclusive Classroom: Framework to Successful Implementation, Meghan Rettke
Manipulating The Distance of Inter-letter and Inter-word Spacing To Improve Reading Accuracy and Speed in The Dyslexic Student, Jon Roemmich
Resource Handbook to Support Families Implementing Conscious Discipline Strategies, Kelsey N. Roth Mrs.
Early Intervention: Putting the Pieces Together, Kiera Sannes
Steps Toward Success: Mentoring Novice Teachers, Megan Thompson and Megan Elizabeth Thompson
Self-Advocacy for Students with Disabilities, Katie Voronyak
Goal Setting and Self Monitoring Among High School Students With Exceptionalities, Madison Worms
Resource Handbook to Support Families Implementing Conscious Discipline, Amber Zabel
Theses/Dissertations/Projects from 2022
Self-Advocacy Perceptions of Special Education Students in the General Education Setting, Ann Anderson
Essential Components for Maximizing Paraprofessionals in the Special Education Field, Marissa Bader
Teacher Burnout: What an Educator Needs To Know., Evelyn Blum
Strategies for Creating an Inclusive Environment in Early Childhood Education, Jenica Boelter
Using High Leverage Practices 1 and 12 to Positively Impact Students with Nonverbal Autism in an Inclusive Pre-K Classroom Increase Communication and Social Skills, Samantha Claviter-Tveit
Collaborative Teaching and Data Collection in the Inclusive Classroom: Utilizing the Activity Matrix, Jamie L. Cota
A Slice of Teaching: Reading Comprehension Intervention, Kendra Erickson
A Standardized Reading Intervention with Three Students with Dyslexia, Amanda Hanevik
Paraprofessionals in the School Setting: A Web Resource for Training, Strategies, and Professional Development, Taylor Johnson and Tyelyn Erickson
Analyzing Effects of SEL Curriculum of Elementary Students with Disabilities, Ashley Leadstrom
Preparing Paraprofessionals to be Effective in Physical Education, Chelsey Lieffring
Supporting Executive Functioning in the General Education Classroom to Increase Academic Achievement, Abigail Lindquist
Early Childhood Special Education: Increasing Family Collaboration, Adria Lund
Effects of Intentional Joint Planning with Caregivers in Early Intervention, Paige Lundberg
Parenting Isn't Easy: Parent Newsletters for Social/Emotional Learning in Early Childhood, Lauryn Meyer
Classroom Inclusion Handbook for Students With Physical and Health Disabilities, George Ostrom
Paraprofessionals in the School Setting: A Literature Review, Tyelyn Pearson
Literature Review: Trauma-Informed Classrooms for Middle School Students, Halea Picha
Co-Teaching: The benefits that facilitate a positive learning experience, Kari Rivard
Scope and Sequence of Social-Emotional Learning Curricula for Preschool and Kindergarten Practitioners Based on Core Competencies, Jenessa Rothmeier
Statutory Provisions Governing Special Education: A Guide for Beginning Special Education Teachers, Hannah Sagvold
Autism: A Teacher's Guide, Kaitlyn Schaps
Adapted Curriculum for Students with Severe-Profound Disabilities, Kendall Schauer
The Science of Reading: How can we help our students become more successful readers?, Ashley Schmit
Transitioning into Adulthood, Brittany Smith
Transition: Early Intervention to Preschool, Kim Thiesse
Play, Learn, Grow: Inclusive Play Structures for the Future, Heather Torgerson
Transition Guide and Supports for Families of Adolescents with Disabilities, Chelsey S. Traut
Helping Create Successful Transitions from Family-Centered Service Plans to Individualized Education Plans and Services, Emily Welle and Emily Welle
Theses/Dissertations/Projects from 2021
Trauma-Informed Practices Amongst Early Childhood Indigenous Students, Linda Bajan
HLP Professional Portfolio, Laura Baker
Implementation of Social Emotional Skills to Students with a Developmental Delays During a Pandemic, Monica Beier
Parent Coaching: Supporting Caregivers of a Child with a Disability, Ryann Beukema
Implementation of the AIM Social Skills Curriculum, Jennifer Cook
In This Together- A Collaborative Family Support Group Project, Gena Dempsey
Strategies to Overcome Special Education Teacher Burnout, Amber Eastwood
Adverse Childhood Experiences and How They Affect Student’s Overall Functioning in the Academic Setting, Cynthia Fiedler
Adverse Childhood Experiences and How They Affect Student’s Overall Functioning in the Academic Setting, Cynthia Fiedler
Co-teaching: How and Where to Begin in a Middle School, Janaya Fugleberg
The Uneducated Teacher: Why Students with a Traumatic Brain Injury are Misunderstood, Addie Geske
Professional Development for Paraprofessionals, Virginia Haman
Strategies for Teaching Based on Autism Research (STAR Program) Curriculum Review and Implementation, Cassidy Harrington
Executive Function: What It Is and How It Affects Reading Comprehension, Abegail Harthun
All You Wanted to Know About Your IEP ~ But were afraid to ask., Shannon Heifort
Paraprofessionals in the School Setting, Brooklyn Huttunen
Yoga as a Positive Behavior Intervention, Kristen Kadrie
AVMR One Intervention Implementation, Seth Kaiser
Professional Role of Paraprofessionals: A Literature Review, Karli Kirkwood
Preschool Whole Group Circle Time: Does More Comfortable Seating Give Rise to Preschooler Engagement?, Roberta Kopel