Increasing the Social Connection Between Immigrant English Language Learners, School Staff, and Peers in the High School Setting

Author

Gretchen Johnson Griffey, Regis University

First Advisor

Vodehnal, Susan

College

College for Professional Studies

Degree Name

Master of Education

School

School of Education and Counseling

Document Type

Thesis - Open Access

Comments

Education

Number of Pages

147 pages

Abstract

An Immigrant English Language Learner (ELL) encounters many new and different experiences when they enter high school. This transition can lead to a sense of loneliness and isolation if the student is not comfortable. However, if ELLs feel welcomed, valued, and connected to others, the high school experience can be a positive one. This research project was designed to use a personal presentation learning tool as a way to establish a needed social connection between ELLs, school staff, and native speaking peers as a way to enhance personal relationships, promote cultural understanding, and connect students to their new setting.

Date of Award

Fall 2006

Location (Creation)

Colorado (state); Denver (county); Denver (inhabited place)

Copyright

© Gretchen Griffey

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Recommended Citation

Griffey, Gretchen Johnson, "Increasing the Social Connection Between Immigrant English Language Learners, School Staff, and Peers in the High School Setting" (2006). Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection). 402.
https://epublications.regis.edu/theses/402