A Qualitative Analysis of Can We Talk
Issue Date
2015-12-31Author
Larsen, Jessica
Publisher
University of Kansas
Format
105 pages
Type
Dissertation
Degree Level
Ed.D.
Discipline
Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
Rights
Copyright held by the author.
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This study investigated adult and student experiences with Can We Talk. Can We Talk is a voluntary, before-school program that focuses on mentoring students academically, while also facilitating conversations about race. This study conducted semi-structured interviews with program founders, current sponsors, and student participants from two high schools in the Midwest. Results indicate students find positive experiences with the program, including an increase in academic performance, awareness of current events and multiple perspectives, and a desire to improve academically and socially/emotionally. Student responses are further analyzed according to specific questions, and comparisons between sexes, races, and grade levels are also included.
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