Forming a Hypothesis

Forming a Hypothesis

Grand Canyon University: EDA-577

July 23, 2014

Hypothesis Selection

Question: Why are reading and science FCAT level are below proficiency level?

Hypothesis | Accept or Reject/Reason | Priority Number |

Brustens K-8 Center reading intervention process is not effective. | Reject: The previous year data demonstrate an increase in the amount of students who scored a level 3 on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT). This indicates that learners are receiving effective intervention. | |

There is very little support for a comprehensive science curriculum. | Accept: Brusten K-8 center school does not provide any additional support for students struggling in science due to lack of support personnel. | 1 |

Teachers are not equipped or prepared to instruct students who in the economically disadvantage. | Reject: This school year, the school have provided professional development opportunities to enhance teaching style and provide strategies. | |

The school’s scores are affected due to the transitioning phase from an elementary to a K-8 center. | Accept: As the school continues to add new grade levels, the support personnel have been spread out to assist in implementing new curriculum. As a result, has left some grade levels without appropriate support. | 2 |

Prioritize Hypothesis Selection

Question: Why are reading and science FCAT level are below proficiency level?

Correlation scores: 3 = High 2 = Medium 1 = Low | Within our “circle of influence” to change | Change is immediate | Would have a lasting impact if changed |

There is very little support for a comprehensive science curriculum. | 2 | 2 | 3 |

The school’s scores are affected due to the transitioning phase from an elementary to a K-8 center. | 1 | 2 | 1 |

Hypothesis: Providing sufficient support to the subject areas that are in need will help to decrease the number of students performing below proficiency level....