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The Effects Of A Yoga Intervention On Cognitive Function In Older Adults, Elizabeth Edwards May 2019

The Effects Of A Yoga Intervention On Cognitive Function In Older Adults, Elizabeth Edwards

All Graduate Plan B and other Reports, Spring 1920 to Spring 2023

Cognitive decline and reduced cognitive function presents a serious risk to the older adult population. As the population of individuals over the age of 65 continues to increase, this presents a need for effective solutions to help people sustain healthy, independent lifestyles. Currently, physical activity is recommended for physical health in older adults and has shown evidence in maintaining cognitive function. In particular, the mind-body practice of yoga is a promising form of physical exercise that shows positive cognitive benefits. While the effects of yoga appear to be promising, the current literature is lacking scientific rigor. This study investigated the …


Effects Of High Interest Opinion Writing Prompts For 5th Grade Students With Learning Disabilities, Emily Theresa Stanton May 2016

Effects Of High Interest Opinion Writing Prompts For 5th Grade Students With Learning Disabilities, Emily Theresa Stanton

All Graduate Plan B and other Reports, Spring 1920 to Spring 2023

The purpose of this creative project is to examine the extent to which high interest opinion writing prompts for four 5th grade students with learning disabilities (LD) improve the planning, organization and structure of their opinion essays as measured by the total words they write on the topic (TWW) the number of correct writing sequences (CWS) the overall accuracy of their writing, and critical components of opinion writing (CCOW) in a timed writing sample when compared to low interest opinion writing prompts. Initially participants will select high and low interest writing topics using a prompt selection procedure. Given 50 potential …


The Effects Of The Computer On The Tax Consultant In The State Of Utah, J. Lyle Tuddenham May 1972

The Effects Of The Computer On The Tax Consultant In The State Of Utah, J. Lyle Tuddenham

All Graduate Plan B and other Reports, Spring 1920 to Spring 2023

The purpose of this paper was to determine the effects of computerized tax services on tax practitioners in the State of Utah. Initial data was obtained from a questionnaire which was mailed to members of the Utah Association of Certified Public Accountants who were engaged in public practice, and also from personal interviews with various other practitioners. The comparisons of firms which offer services to accountants resulted from a review of current literature and also through direct correspondence.