UROP Project

Students with disabilities, mathematics, academics, intervention

Research Mentor: Dr. Dr. Jenny Root, she/ her
Department, College, Affiliation: School of Teacher Education, Education, Health, and Human Sciences
Contact Email: jrroot@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Danielle Morsching She/Her
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: dpm02@fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators:
Faculty Collaborators Email:

Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors. Students with skills in graphics, design, and/or social media are encouraged to apply, as these skills will be valuable for the dissemination of research findings.
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required:
Remote or In-person: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10,
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Tuesday, Sept 3 1:00-1:30pm
Friday, Sept 6 1:00-1:30pm
https://fsu.zoom.us/my/dpm02

Not able to attend? Watch the presentation here: https://fsu.zoom.us/rec/share/E6ApuyXY84pP6itmwb67a6fy30kDpziKpFKLlTaqo78MLltNk160K59sz44gIdiH.kr-4xu0pCMjpFXOy?startTime=1725382981000

Project Description

In this multi-year project, my research team is collaborating with teachers of students with disabilities to develop a comprehensive curriculum aimed at enhancing mathematical problem-solving skills. The curriculum is based on Modified Schema Based Instruction (MSBI), an established instructional strategy that assists students in mapping key information from word problems onto relevant schemas (diagrams) while following systematic steps to solve these problems.

For this year, our primary focus is on the dissemination of findings from our study. This involves sharing our results and insights with a broader audience through various channels, including academic publications, presentations, and social media. By disseminating our findings, we aim to contribute to the broader educational community and improve teaching practices for students with disabilities.

Research Tasks: document management; infographic design; social media management; video editing

Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Proficiency in graphic design
Experience in creating and scheduling social media posts
Proficiency in video editing software
Ability to proofread and edit content

Recommended
Strong understanding of visual design principles
Knowledge of social media platforms and best practices
Ability to convey complex research findings clearly
Skills in filming, editing, and producing high-quality videos