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Volume 9 of The Journal of Instructional Research (JIR), Grand Canyon University’s refereed academic publication on scholarly teaching, is available online here.
JIR is an annual publication by the Center for Innovation in Research and Teaching at GCU that highlights faculty and student research relevant to best practices in post-secondary instruction.
JIR is designed to enhance understanding and application of best practices in college teaching; foster dialogue concerning innovative teaching, learning and assessment strategies; and promote a scholarly approach to the practice and profession of teaching.
The 2020 volume showcases a diverse body of empirical, theoretical and reflective work from faculty and student scholars across a range of disciplines. Featured articles include:
Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT) for Cybersecurity Courses
Mohamad Saleh, Grand Canyon University
Biology Student Participation and Review Sessions: Improving Success in Freshman Biology
Neal R. Adam, Grand Canyon University
Galyna Kufryk, Grand Canyon University
Jovita P. Mekondo, Shift 4 Payments LLC
The Role of Spirituality in Academic Achievement
Lori J. Cooper, Grand Canyon University
Elizabeth Valenti, Grand Canyon University
Amanda Laster-Loftus, Grand Canyon University
Using Frustration Awareness to Assist Counseling Students in Succeeding with their Online Curriculum
Daniel Kaufmann, Grand Canyon University
Terri Ferguson-Lucas, Grand Canyon University
Teaching How to Achieve and Achievement Culture in a K-12 Teacher Education University Program
Lisa Marie Portugal, American College of Education
Bhutanese In-Service Science Teachers' Conceptions of the Nature of Science
Dumcho Wangdi, Bajothang Higher Secondary School, Wangdue
Sonam Tshomo, Bajothang Higher Secondary School, Wangdue
Sonam Lhamo, Bhutan Council for School Examinations and Assessment, Thimphu
Intentional Integration of Faith and Learning: Historical Necessity and Indirect Approaches
David Farbishel, Grand Canyon University
Robert Staples, Grand Canyon University
Jennifer Pellish, Grand Canyon University
Critical Reflection for Revising the Instructor Presence Technique Value Scale
John Steele, Grand Canyon University
Jean Mandernach, Grand Canyon University
Sarah Robertson, Grand Canyon University
Multiple Intelligences and Motivating College Students with Disabilities
Brian Stevens, Grand Canyon University
Implementing Loom Technology as an Online Instructional Strategy
Renee Winter, Grand Canyon University
