Date of Award
Spring 5-2017
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Education (Ded)
Department
Professional Studies in Education
First Advisor
Kelli R. Paquette, Ed.D.
Second Advisor
Susan M. Sibert, D.Ed., M.B.A.
Third Advisor
DeAnna M. Laverick, D.Ed.
Abstract
Grit is a two-factored, non-cognitive skill including perseverance and passion. Grit is quantified through the grit-S survey, which measures an individual’s degree of grit. Higher degrees of grit have a positive influence on life success. Teachers have an influence on student achievement. The current mixed-methods study explored the influence of teacher grit on student grit and student achievement by utizing the grit-S survey, classroom observations and teacher interviews. Although this current study revealed no statistically significant connection between teacher grit and student grit, there was a statistically significant negative correlation between the scores within the factor of perseverance. Implications, recommendations for professional practice and suggested research studies to further the extension of this research.
Recommended Citation
McCain, Bethann, "Effects of Teacher Grit on Student Grit and Reading Achievement: A Mixed-Methods Study" (2017). Theses and Dissertations (All). 1482.
https://knowledge.library.iup.edu/etd/1482