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Lend Me Your Hands: Engaging Waldorf Teachers in Pedagogical Puppetry for Student Growth | Dissertation Watch
Corinna Rezzelle-Pennypacker, in fulfilling the requirements for Antioch University’s EdD in Educational and Professional Practice, has written and published a dissertation titled Lend Me Your Hands: Engaging Waldorf Teachers in Pedagogical Puppetry for Student Growth. Although puppetry has a long history as a holistic teaching tool, it remains an underutilized arts integration technique in elementary…
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Autistic Authors’ Narratives of Trauma and Resilience: A Qualitative Analysis | Dissertation Watch
Tessa Smith, in fulfilling the requirements for a PysD in Clinical Psychology at Antioch University’s New England campus, has written and published a dissertation titled Autistic Authors’ Narratives of Trauma and Resilience: A Qualitative Analysis. This dissertation investigates autistic individuals’ experience of trauma and resilience in the face of adversity. It conceptualizes trauma and resilience…
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With New Poetry Collection, MFA Alum Shonda Buchanan Honors Nina Simone
When Shonda Buchanan was in her twenties, she had a dream of writing a book of poems about singer, classical pianist, and Civil Rights activist Nina Simone, but the prospect of writing a book about someone else’s story was intimidating. At the time, she was in the beginning stages of crafting her own first memoir—published…
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Healing Together: Art Therapy Activities for Families in Clinical Settings
In counseling with families, finding ways to foster open communication and emotional connection can be challenging, especially when family members struggle to express their feelings verbally. Art therapy experiences offer a creative and therapeutic approach that provides families with an alternative way to communicate, express emotions, and work through complex dynamics. By engaging in art…
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Exploring the Ethics of Social Media in the Counseling Field | Dissertation Watch
Kaitlynn Cornell-Mullane completed her dissertation, Exploring the Ethics of Social Media in the Counseling Field, as part of the requirements for the PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision at Antioch University’s Seattle campus. Social media has become deeply integrated into both personal and professional lives, yet its use by counseling professionals remains underexplored. This study…
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A Program Evaluation of Restorative Storytelling as Professional Development for Waldorf Teachers | Dissertation Watch
David Sewell McCann, in fulfilling the requirements of the EdD program in Educational and Professional Practice, has written and published a dissertation titled A Program Evaluation of Restorative Storytelling as Professional Development for Waldorf Teachers. Sewell McCann’s dissertation offers a compelling examination of storytelling as a transformative practice in education. Restorative Storytelling serves as a…
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Weaving Threads of Identity: A Qualitative Study on Reconnecting Indigenous Folx | Dissertation Watch
Rachael L. Fuller, in fulfilling the requirements for a PhD in Counselor Education & Supervision, Antioch University, Seattle, has written and published a dissertation, Weaving Threads of Identity: A Qualitative Study on Reconnecting Indigenous Folx. Fuller’s dissertation is a qualitative phenomenological inquiry into reconnecting Indigenous people to their cultural heritage and identity. Rooted in Tribal…
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Building Stronger Teams with Inclusive Leadership
In today’s workplaces, inclusive leadership has become essential to creating environments that not only meet organizational goals but also address the urgent social issues impacting our communities. With heightened awareness around race, inclusion, and equity, leaders face both traditional workplace challenges and the added responsibility of navigating complex social dynamics. The current political and social…
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Exploring Subjective Cognitive Decline and Ageism: At-Risk Older Adults’ Lived Experience | Dissertation Watch
Randal Lawrence Williams, in fulfilling the requirements for a Psy.D., in Clinical Psychology at Antioch University, New England, has written and published a dissertation titled, Exploring Subjective Cognitive Decline and Ageism: At-Risk Older Adults’ Lived Experience. This research explored the potential for preventive care among at-risk older adults in the pre-clinical phase of dementia. A…
