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Inclusion beyond the classroom: A qualitative program evaluation of the sparkle effect

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2018, Specialist in Education (Ed.S.), University of Dayton, School Psychology.
The present study evaluated the effectiveness of a school-based program, known as The Sparkle Effect, that establishes school-based cheerleading and dance teams to unite students with special needs with their typically developing peers. The program aims to build student leaders, promote inclusion in schools, and build students’ self-esteem and social relationships through the use of mentoring and physical activity. A specific Sparkle Program in a public school district in southeastern Indiana was evaluated in the present study, using a qualitative design. Observations and semi-structured interviews were conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the program. Participants reported that participating in the program built student leadership skills, promoted inclusion and understanding, and created a familial connection among students and their peers. Suggestions are made for future research and recommendations for school-based professionals who work with students with special needs are also discussed.
Elana Bernstein, PhD (Committee Chair)
Susan Davies, Ed.D (Committee Member)
Katie Weber, Ed.S. (Committee Member)
55 p.

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  • Ameigh, A. L. (2018). Inclusion beyond the classroom: A qualitative program evaluation of the sparkle effect [Electronic thesis or dissertation, University of Dayton]. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=dayton1533318376614074

    APA Style (7th edition)

  • Ameigh, Asia. Inclusion beyond the classroom: A qualitative program evaluation of the sparkle effect. 2018. University of Dayton, Electronic thesis or dissertation. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center, http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=dayton1533318376614074.

    MLA Style (8th edition)

  • Ameigh, Asia. "Inclusion beyond the classroom: A qualitative program evaluation of the sparkle effect." Electronic thesis or dissertation, University of Dayton, 2018. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=dayton1533318376614074

    Chicago Manual of Style (17th edition)