Degree Date
6-2013
Document Type
Dissertation - Public Access
Degree Name
Ed.D. Doctor of Education
Academic Discipline
Educational Leadership
First Advisor
Norman Weston
Second Advisor
Richard Streedain
Third Advisor
Harrington Gibson
Abstract
This dissertation examines the methods of learning from the student’s perspective in order to understand what made the first graduating class of MC Squared successful. The conceptual model of student success composed of non-academic factors of motivation, social connectedness, and self-management was used for the lens from which to understand the six students in depth. Through the research, it was uncovered that diversified learning environments, a mastery based assessment system, and an unwavering acceptance of students within a challenging and supportive environment are essential to the success achieved at MC Squared STEM High School. Lastly, the seminal contribution of this work is the Student Success Triangle (realignment of the primary non-academic factors).
Recommended Citation
McClellan, Jeffrey D., "The Message 2.0: Perceptions of Success from Members of the Founding Class of MC Squared STEM High School" (2013). Dissertations. 193.
https://digitalcommons.nl.edu/diss/193
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