Browsing Masters Dissertations by Thesis Supervisor "Boyask, Ruth"
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Collaborative Approaches to Teachers’ Professional Learning and Development in New Zealand Primary Schools
(Auckland University of Technology, 2018)This study adopted a qualitative research approach using purposive and convenience sampling which allowed the researcher to access six staff participants in two primary schools in Auckland. They participated in semi-structured ... -
A Critical Comparison of Whole School and Programme Level Cross Curricular Strategies and Their Relationship to the Design and Technology Curriculum in Three New Zealand Secondary Schools
(Auckland University of Technology, 2018)Cross curricular education is not a new concept and has more recently come into the spotlight as educators seek pedagogies to better prepare our students for the future. This study aims to identify cross curricular learning ... -
Factors that influence teachers not to pursue leadership roles within a private language school
(Auckland University of Technology, 2018)Educational organizations need highly qualified leaders who have a great impact on improving teaching and learning and the success of schools. However, leadership roles, particularly principal roles seem to be less attractive ... -
Innovative Curriculum within a New Zealand Low Decile Secondary School: A Case Study
(Auckland University of Technology, 2019)The Ministry of Education has expressed a desire to develop twenty-first century learners through innovative approaches to the New Zealand curriculum, indicating that a move away from traditional subject specific educational ... -
Investigating the Use of Social Justice Principles to Inform Culturally Responsive Leadership in Two Catholic Secondary Schools
(Auckland University of Technology, 2018)The aim of the research study was to investigate the use of social justice principles to inform culturally responsive leadership in two Catholic secondary schools. The study examines the experiences, perceptions and ... -
A Leadership Challenge: The Role of School Leaders in Establishing Home/School Relationships That Support the Achievement of High School Students
(Auckland University of Technology, 2018)Teachers and caregivers are the people who are the most invested in a child’s success. Creating a working relationship between the two where they can collaborate together to align expectations, information, aspirations, ...