Publication Date
12-2017
Date of Final Oral Examination (Defense)
9-27-2017
Type of Culminating Activity
Thesis
Degree Title
Master of Arts in Education, Literacy
Department
Literacy
Major Advisor
Roger Stewart, Ph.D.
Advisor
Amber Warrington, Ph.D.
Advisor
Stanley Steiner, Ph.D.
Abstract
Despite a growing body of work involving culturally relevant pedagogy, methods for selecting culturally relevant literature, or involving students in the selection process, are poorly understood. The objective of this qualitative study of a seventh grade language arts classroom was to explore a process for students to assess and select culturally relevant literature. This study also probed how the implementation of culturally relevant literature impacted achievement, engagement, and interest. The resulting process utilized cultural relevancy rubrics and book previews, which led to a majority of students finding a culturally relevant novel. During the literature unit, student achievement rates were maintained, and positive shifts in engagement and interest were found. Results of this study emphasize the importance of text accessibility and text knowledge when guiding students in selecting novels for cultural relevancy.
DOI
https://doi.org/10.18122/B21422
Recommended Citation
Kromer, Suzanne V., "Seeking Mirrors: A Study of Student Selection and Use of Culturally Relevant Texts" (2017). Boise State University Theses and Dissertations. 1345.
https://doi.org/10.18122/B21422