UROP Research Mentor Project Submission Portal: Submission #1337

Research Mentor Information
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Primary Research Mentor Name: Lori Beth Walter-Carro
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Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated): lbw17@fsu.edu
Position Title: Graduate Student
Faculty Advisor Name: Ithel Jones
Faculty Advisor's FSU Email: ijones@admin.fsu.edu
FSU College (if applicable): Education, Health, and Human Sciences
FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation: Early Childhood Education
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Overall Project Details
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Title of the Project: Building Foundations: A Case Study of Developmentally Appropriate Practice Through Construction Play in Preschool
Project Keywords: teaching, best practice, 
Are you currently looking for research assistants?: Yes
Number of Research Assistants Needed : 2
Relevant Research Assistant Major(s):
education, child development, open

Project Location:: On FSU Main Campus
If the project location is off campus, does the research assistant(s) need to provide their own transportation?: No, the project is remote
Please select the choice that most accurately describes your expectations for the research assistant(s):: Partially Remote
Approximately how many hours a week would the research assistant(s) need to work?: 7
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:
To describe children’s experiences and teacher’s use of construction play in an authentic classroom setting. This case study seeks to describe how one school utilizes construction play to facilitate student learning in the preschool context. Using observation, interviews and document analysis, we will create an in-depth  picture of how the classroom setting, curriculum, teacher and children come together to foster learning across learning domains.


Research Tasks:
editing, data analysis, 

Skills that research assistant(s) may need::
Critical thinking, basic computer skills, 

Mentoring Philosophy:
For me mentoring is about offering the opportunity to help someone else learn and grow in a way that supports their personal and professional goals. I do believe in clear communication that flows in both directions. When we share our ideas and experiences it gives both parties the chance to learn and grow. I emphasize active listening, constructive feedback, and personalized guidance. Every mentee brings a different background and set of needs, so I tailor my approach to fit each individual. I create a safe, inclusive environment where questions are welcomed, mistakes are part of learning, and diverse perspectives are celebrated.

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Are you interested in participating in the UROP Research Mentor Roundtable?: No
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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: 2025
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