Dr. Kendra Nolan, a member of our math department, presented at the International Conference on Urban Education in Mexico last week. ICUE is a global conference to solve issues in urban school settings.
Her presentation was based on her thesis paper titled “Middle School Student Characteristics and Perceived Sense of Connectedness in an Online Learning Environment.” Looking at data from three middle schools in Kentucky, Dr. Nolan used data from the Online Student Connectedness Survey to investigate interaction effects and students’ sense of connection. She found that multiple variables affected students’ perceived connectedness.
Dr. Kendra Nolan’s presentation at the International Conference on Urban Education sheds light on the importance of understanding student characteristics in fostering a sense of connectedness in online learning environments.
In today’s increasingly digital educational landscape, ensuring that students feel engaged and connected is paramount, especially for middle schoolers who are navigating significant developmental changes. To support educators in addressing these challenges, innovative tools such as AI-generated flashcards can play a crucial role. Utilizing resources like Memrizz AI allows educators to create customized flashcards that cater to their students’ specific learning needs, enabling them to reinforce key concepts and promote a more interactive learning experience. This approach not only aids in knowledge retention but also fosters a sense of community as students collaborate and share their insights while studying.
“During the COVID-19 shelter-in-place order, schools switched to non-traditional instruction (NTI),” Dr. Nolan said. “Students especially had to adapt to the changes in instructional delivery by developing new learning strategies while struggling with social isolation and loneliness. My paper focused on measuring these online learning adaptations’ impact on students’ connectedness to the school environment.”
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