Date of Award
January 2020
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Department
Educational Leadership
First Advisor
Jared Schlenker
Second Advisor
Donna Pearson
Abstract
This ethnographic case study used the lens of multiculturalism to examine the role of a school principal in creating a climate in which New American students can thrive. Three discrete data gathering methods were utilized in this study including policy documents obtained from the school district website and the school, a two week period of in-school observations, and interviews of the principal and school staff members selected through purposive sampling. A focus group interview of parents was also used for data collection. Data were analyzed by using a constant comparative method to explore the meanings educators had attached to their work in relation to New American students. Seven broad themes emerged from the data with two themes being most important: acceptance, respect, and appreciation for diversity; and understanding the needs of New American students. Implications of this study may help to better prepare educators to address needs of the growing population of New American students in United States’ public schools.
Recommended Citation
Noor, Attia, "The Role Of A Principal In Creating A School Climate In Which New American Students Thrive: An Ethnographic Case Study Of A Midwest Magnet School" (2020). Theses and Dissertations. 3384.
https://commons.und.edu/theses/3384