UROP Research Mentor Project Submission Portal: Submission #694

Research Mentor Information
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Primary Research Mentor Name: Danielle Morsching
Research Mentor Preferred Pronouns: She/Her
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Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated): dpm02@fsu.edu
Position Title: Graduate Student
Faculty Advisor Name: Dr. Jenny Root
Faculty Advisor's FSU Email: jrroot@fsu.edu
FSU College (if applicable): Education, Health, and Human Sciences
FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation: Florida State University
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Overall Project Details
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Title of the Project: Exploring Faculty Perceptions: Preparing Preservice Teachers to Provide Mathematics Instruction for Students with Disabilities
Project Keywords: Mathematics Instruction, Students with Disabilities, Teacher Preparation   
Are you currently looking for research assistants?: No
Number of Research Assistants Needed : 2
Relevant Research Assistant Major(s):
Open to all majors

Project Location:: On FSU Main Campus
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Please select the choice that most accurately describes your expectations for the research assistant(s):: Fully Remote
Approximately how many hours a week would the research assistant(s) need to work?: 5-10
Roughly what time frame do you expect research assistant(s) to work?: Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Overall Research Project Description:
This research project aims to explore and analyze faculty perspectives on the preparation of preservice teachers for providing effective mathematics instruction to students with disabilities. By conducting a national survey, we seek to gather insights from faculty members across various institutions to understand their views, experiences, and practices in this critical area of teacher education.

Research Tasks:
Extracting data from databases and online sources; Managing participant databases and tracking responses

Skills that research assistant(s) may need::
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy
• Dependability and punctuality to fulfill responsibilities consistently and reliably
• Strong time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Mentoring Philosophy:
As a mentor, my primary goal is to identify my mentees' goals, personal strengths, and interests. To most effectively accomplish this, I create an environment where there is open communication and consistent access to feedback. I expect my mentees to communicate in a timely and professional manner, to ask questions, be honest about their capacity and time to devote to the research, and to meet deadlines. I strive for my mentoring relationships to be beneficial for the mentee and to be positive experiences for both parties.

In my mentoring role, I schedule regular check-ins to discuss progress, address concerns, and adjust goals as necessary. I tailor guidance to align with each mentee’s strengths, communication style, and personal goals. I take an active interest in the goals my mentees have for themselves and I provide access to resources such as articles, books, or contacts to help mentees advance their goals. I encourage mentees to self-reflect in order to learn from their experiences and to assess their growth. 

Building a culture where we celebrate milestones, both big and small, is integral to my approach. This celebration of achievements not only motivates and encourages continued progress but also fosters a sense of achievement and strengthens the bond within mentoring relationships. By recognizing and celebrating successes, I aim to create an environment that promotes sustained growth and mutual satisfaction. This holistic approach ensures that both the mentor and mentee benefit from the relationship, creating a positive and productive mentoring experience.

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Are you interested in participating in the UROP Research Mentor Roundtable?: Yes
Roundtable times and Zoom links:
Tuesday, Sept 3 12:30 pm-1:00pm
Friday, Sept 6 12:30 pm-1pm
https://fsu.zoom.us/my/dpm02

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UROP Program Elements
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Mentor Handbook, FAQs, and Communication: Yes
UROP Performance Evaluation: Yes
Materials Grant: Yes
UROP Poster Presentation: Yes
Faculty Advisor Confirmation: Yes

Are you interested in attending in a UROP Research Mentor Workshop Series?: No
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Year: 2024
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