Date of Award
Spring 5-1-2025
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Department
Educational Leadership
First Advisor
Steve Gruenert
Abstract
Much research has allowed for in-depth analyses of student engagement, a growing issue in education, without uncovering a solution. The purpose of this study was to analyze the relationship between school culture and student engagement, a connection not yet studied, by using two valid and reliable instruments, the School Culture Survey and Instructional Practices Inventory among Indiana Principal Leadership Institute elementary schools. Data were gathered quantitatively, as well as qualitatively, to determine that there is no statistically significant relationship between culture and engagement. While the schools varied in culture results and qualitative observations, the engagement levels remained the same, regardless of school. It could be assumed that Indiana school culture fosters and encourages teacher-directed instruction. Additional research is required to explore more schools and understand how culture and engagement could work together better to impact student success and achievement.
Recommended Citation
Wilhoit, Morgan, "An Exploratory Study of Instructional Practices Inventory and School Culture Survey" (2025). All-Inclusive List of Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 3162.
https://scholars.indianastate.edu/etds/3162
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