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Learner engagement: Has the child been lost in translation?

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Learner engagement: Has the child been lost in translation?

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Harcourt & Keen (2012)

This article discusses the relationship between student engagement and academic and social success. The article also reviews the definition of student engagement and the criteria for active participation.

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The focus of my action research project is to study effective strategies for increasing student engagement during literacy centers

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*Students "not on track" for 3rd grade guarantee (based on KRA score)

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*Technology integration (Green)
*Kinesthetic/Tactile Experiences (Blue)
*Choice Opportunity

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*Will increased engagment lead to increased achievement?
*Will strategies increase engagement and/or achievement at all ability levels?
*How can student participation be measured?

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Article: Engineering Literacy and Engagement in  Kindergarten Classrooms

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Article: Engineering Literacy and Engagement in  Kindergarten Classrooms

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Authors: Aguirre-Muñoz & Pantoya (2016)
This article outlines the study of six ESL Kindergarten students and  the effect of engineering-centered literature and academic discussions to enhance students' engagement and achievement. The frequencies of three types of engagement were recorded: behavioral, affective, and cognitive. Participation in discussions was also recorded. Results were as follows: engagement increased during hands-on activities for all students, as well as during the picture book read-aloud with active engagement activities. Researchers concluded that the combination of activities in the intervention is effective for English language learners and can improve engagement for all ability levels. Results showed a relationship between enjoying the learning activities and being motivated to participate in discussion, meaning engineered-centered literature and academic discussions are an effective strategy for increasing participation.

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Article: Using Systematic Classroom Observation to Explore Student Engagement as a Function of Teachers' Developmentally Appropriate Instructional Practices (DAIP) in Ethnically Diverse Pre-kindergarten Through Second-Grade Classrooms

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Article: Using Systematic Classroom Observation to Explore Student Engagement as a Function of Teachers' Developmentally Appropriate Instructional Practices (DAIP) in Ethnically Diverse Pre-kindergarten Through Second-Grade Classrooms

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Authors: Alford, Rollins, Padrón & Waxman (2016)

This article outlines the study of student participation/achievement and its correlation to teachers using developmentally appropriate instructional practices (DAIP). Researchers concluded that students instructed by teachers using (DAIP) were more likely to be participating in kinesthetic activities, on task, answering teacher questions, and exploring.

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Author: Allington (2012)

This article focuses on the importance of identifying "at risk" learners. It also reviews the RTI process and how it can be used, along with effective instructional strategies, to close the achievement gap between at "risk learners" and typical peers.

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Storytime Using iPods: Using Technology to Reach all Learners

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Storytime Using iPods: Using Technology to Reach all Learners

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Authors: Boeglin-Quintana & Donovan (2013).

This articles outlines a study done in a Kindergarten classroom on the effects of using an IPod during literacy centers. Researchers concluded that being "read" to increased students' motivation to read and sustained interest in the stories being read. This may be useful to students who do not have opportunities to be read to outside the classroom.

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Literacy Centers: A Way to Increase Reading Development

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Literacy Centers: A Way to Increase Reading Development

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Authors: Burke & Baillie (2011)

This article discusses the benefits of literacy centers in elementary school classrooms. It focuses on language development, listening comprehension, and alphabetic knowledge as the foundations of literacy skill development.

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Authors: Evans, Hawkins & McCrary(2014)

This articles describes the use of blended learning in an elementary school classroom. Blended learning involves the integration of technology in addition to traditional lecture-type instruction. The article also discusses how blended learning can increase student engagement and tailor instruction for individual needs.

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Sustaining Preschoolers' Engagement During Interactive Writing 	Lessons

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Sustaining Preschoolers' Engagement During Interactive Writing 	Lessons

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Author: Hall (2016)

This article discusses young students' needs as beginning writers, including developing fine motor skills, early literacy skills, and social skills. The author provides interactive strategies designed to increase student participation in lessons.

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Effects of a brief but intensive remedial 	computer intervention in a sub-sample of kindergartners with early literacy delays

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Effects of a brief but intensive remedial 	computer intervention in a sub-sample of kindergartners with early literacy delays

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Authors: Kooy-Hofland, Bus, & Roskos (2012)

This article discusses a study done with students lacking letter identification and letter-sound knowledge. In the study, a group of students were given the opportunity to use a computer program that used visuals to teach the phonics skills. Researchers concluded that the computer program was an effective intervention tool for "at risk" students and it lead to increased achievement and engagement.

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Classroom and Teacher Support in Kindergarten: Associations With the Behavioral and Academic Adjustment of Low-Income Students

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Classroom and Teacher Support in Kindergarten: Associations With the Behavioral and Academic Adjustment of Low-Income Students

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Lee & Bierman (2015)

This article discusses the relationship between student engagement and student-teacher relationships. The article follows "at risk" students from Head Start Preschool to Kindergarten and then to 1st grade. Researchers found positive connections between students with emotionally and physically safe Kindergarten experiences and future academic success.

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The Role of Computer Technology in Supporting Children’s Learning in Jordanian Early Years Education

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The Role of Computer Technology in Supporting Children’s Learning in Jordanian Early Years Education

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Authors: Alkhawalde, Hyassat, Al-Zboon & Ahmad (2017)

This articles discusses the advantages and disadvantages to computer integration in Kindergarten classrooms. Advantages include the acquisition of basic computer skills, increased engagement, and enhanced achievement, especially in the areas of literacy and numeracy.

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Literacy Boxes: Differentiating in Kindergarten with Portable Literacy Centers

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Literacy Boxes: Differentiating in Kindergarten with Portable Literacy Centers

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Author: Lilly (2015)

This article discusses the benefits of portable literacy centers, such as students being able to move throughout the classroom to areas that feel comfortable to them. Literacy boxes are also easily differentiated, organized, and adjusted as targeted skills change.

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The Kindergarten Child: What Teachers and Administrators Need to Know to Promote Academic Success in all Children. 

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The Kindergarten Child: What Teachers and Administrators Need to Know to Promote Academic Success in all Children. 

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Authors: Ray & Smith (2010)

This article discusses the needs of Kindergarten students, including emotional support, social opportunities, and hands-on experiences. It also describes three influences on Kindergarten success: transition from preschool, parental involvement, and retention.

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Mobile Learning in Pre-Kindergarten: Using Student Feedback to Inform Practice

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Mobile Learning in Pre-Kindergarten: Using Student Feedback to Inform Practice

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Authors: Reeves, Gunter & Lacey(2017)

This articles discusses the study of the relationship between the integration of mobile devises in the classroom and student collaboration and engagement. Students who were given opportunities to use mobile devises increased their phonologic awareness and mathematical skills, thereby leading researchers to conclude the integration of mobile devises increases student achievement.

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Author: Thompson (2014)

This article discusses the use of digital tools, such as IPads, to increase literacy achievement. Researchers witnessed students more willingly preserve through difficult tasks when using digital devises, as well as increased skills.

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Using Circle Time Books to Increase Participation in the Morning Circle Routine

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Using Circle Time Books to Increase Participation in the Morning Circle Routine

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Simpson & Oh (2013)

This articles focuses on the use of assistive technology and how such tools can be used to increase the participation of students with disabilities in classroom activities.

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