ERIC Number: ED649130
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 160
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ISBN: 979-8-3819-4787-8
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Perceptions of Secondary Teachers on Effective Classroom Management Strategies in Title I Schools
Nakia Renee Sturrup
ProQuest LLC, Ed.D. Dissertation, Northcentral University
Consistent usage of classroom management strategies assists in producing desired behaviors that allow for instruction to occur. The problem addressed in this study was the challenge of teacher implementation of classroom management strategies in Title I middle schools. The purpose of this qualitative case study was to identify strategies teachers can use for classroom management in Title I classrooms. A sample of 15 middle school teachers in Title I schools in Central Florida were recruited to participate and data were collected through questionnaires and semistructured interviews. Transcripts were reviewed and analyzed using Braun and Clarke's six step thematic analysis of qualitative research. Behaviorism theory provided the structure for aligning characteristics of effective classroom management strategies through experiences provided by teachers. Data analysis yielded four themes related to Research Question 1, three themes for Research Question 2, and four themes for Research Question 3. The following recommendations occurred as a result of the data analysis: (a) the presence of clear and consistent procedures that support a positive classroom culture, (b) districts provide transformative support for classrooms in Title I schools to assist teachers with unique needs and student behaviors, and (c) schools to establish positive management systems to benefit student and teacher needs. Recommendations for future research were: (a) incorporating the impact of demographic data such as years of experience, race, and gender; (b) phenomenological qualitative study, or other qualitative research designs, to extend upon the collection of classroom management experiences; (c) explore the impact of classroom supports such as specific strategies, parental support, administrative impact; (d) elaborate on the impact of academic achievement and classroom management; and (e) explore the impact of classroom management on the physical and mental health of teachers. Recommendations for research can support future understanding of the topic. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com.bibliotheek.ehb.be/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]
Descriptors: Teacher Attitudes, Disadvantaged Schools, Classroom Techniques, Middle School Teachers, Behavior Theories, Classroom Environment, Student Behavior, Student Needs, Teacher Student Relationship, School Districts, Transformative Learning, Student Characteristics, Phenomenology, Educational Strategies, Parent School Relationship, Academic Achievement, Physical Health, Mental Health
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Publication Type: Dissertations/Theses - Doctoral Dissertations
Education Level: Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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