UROP Project
Mathematical Problem Solving for Students with Disabilities
students with disabilities, mathematics, academics, intervention
Research Mentor: Dr. Dr. Jenny Root, She/Her
Department, College, Affiliation: School of Teacher Education, Education
Contact Email: jrroot@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Ms. Danielle Morsching She/Her
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: dpm02@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: School of Teacher Education, Education
Contact Email: jrroot@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Ms. Danielle Morsching She/Her
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: dpm02@fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators: n/a n/a n/a
Faculty Collaborators Email:
Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Education
Psychology
Communication disorders
Nursing
Pre-med
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Tue, Sept 5 5:00-5:30
Fri, Sept 8 12-12:30
https://fsu.zoom.us/my/dpm02
If you are not able to attend either of the roundtable times, you can watch the following video:
https://fsu.zoom.us/rec/share/Mxr4fHpfS9XfY8UpAk1vzKx0vn3JjAuqG355zhdaUnxzX8rqfBRDokzZZIixj33k.16YJIT6Y0M_ZImYX
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Education
Psychology
Communication disorders
Nursing
Pre-med
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link: Tue, Sept 5 5:00-5:30
Fri, Sept 8 12-12:30
https://fsu.zoom.us/my/dpm02
If you are not able to attend either of the roundtable times, you can watch the following video:
https://fsu.zoom.us/rec/share/Mxr4fHpfS9XfY8UpAk1vzKx0vn3JjAuqG355zhdaUnxzX8rqfBRDokzZZIixj33k.16YJIT6Y0M_ZImYX
Project Description
In this multi-year project, my research team is working with teachers of students with disabilities to develop a comprehensive curriculum to teach mathematical problem solving. Modified Schema Based Instruction (MSBI) is an established instructional strategy that helps students map key information from a word problem onto a relevant schema (diagram) while completing relevant steps to help solve the mathematical word problem. We will work with teachers in Leon County Schools to implement MSBI in their classroom. During the project we will monitor teacher implementation, student progression, andwill continuously meet with the teachers to revise instructional materials and provide feedback on instructional sessions.
Research Tasks: For example, UROP students who are interested in classroom behaviors or education, UROPs might visit schools to record sessions or collect data. UROP students who are interested in learning more about single case research design or intervention research can learn to code videos, record data, and interpret findings. Individuals who are interested in using technology to enhance student learning can help in the creation of digital materials including iPad applications or video word problems. Finally, UROP students who are interested in the management of instructional or research materials, they can assist in the development of necessary materials (e.g. printing, laminating, cutting, organizing, PowerPoint creation).
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Recommended: experience of working with individuals with disabilities, interest in education
Mentoring Philosophy
In the past, I have prioritized aligning the interests and likes of my UROP researchers with ongoing research endeavors through experiential learning opportunities. I take intentional steps to model and provide multiple opportunities for practice before application. Additionally, I create an environment that is inviting, welcoming, and inclusive of all with an open door policy for all members of my lab.Additional Information
Check out our lab website for more information about what we do: https://www.gcalab.orgDanielle Morsching, my research assistant, is offering ZOOM office hours and has created a recorded video below about our research and the projects associated with my lab (GCA Lab, website link above).