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An Investigation Of Digital Microprocessor Algorithms In Active Suspension Systems, Toby L. Mcclellan

Graduate Research Papers

The need for knowledge and understanding of these systems at the technician level will increase dramatically as other manufacturers develop production systems in the 90's. Current technical literature on the subject of active and semi-active suspension systems does not well explain a major aspect of these systems, the origin and nature of the control algorithms used. A review of 30 articles and technical papers, and a title search of over 300 others discovered only 2 vague presentations of the actual control logic used in such systems. Furthermore, the control information that was printed was presented in terms of Laplace transforms …

Psyche Means Soul: Understanding The Role Of Spirituality In Psychotherapy, Emily R. Askew

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Until the growth of science in the late seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, the treatment of the mind was inseparable from the treatment of the body and the spirit (Benner, 1989). Across all cultures and faiths, the individual was seen as a complex whole whose physical and emotional symptoms were considered a sign of an estrangement from a larger spiritual dimension. Shamans, priests, faith healers and witch doctors all called upon divine principals to aid in the healing of the person under their care whether the affliction be a broken arm or a broken heart. However, advancement in medicine quickly excised …

Small Group Counseling For Stepchildren In Elementary School, Margaret K. Oler

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Children who are members of stepfamilies are an increasing segment of our nation's school population, and their numbers may be expected to grow in the next decade (Crosbie-Burnett & Pulvino, 1990). Some demographers predict that as many as one-third of all children born in the 1980s may live with a stepparent before they are 18 (Kantrowitz & Wingert, 1990). A stepchild is defined as a child whose biological parent has remarried or married someone other than the child's other biological parent. Historically school policies and practices have related to students' families with the assumption that all two-parent families were nuclear, …

The Effects Of Extracurricular Activities On Student Achievement And Success, Timothy J. Means

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"Participation in extracurricular activities at the expense of academic learning time has become an issue in education. Decisions limiting or curtailing these activities are made on the assumption that they interfere with the primary purpose of education. If sound decisions are to be made regarding balance between formal instruction and extracurricular activities, we must determine whether they enhance or hinder learning. In other words, are they an integral part of a meaningful educational curriculum for adolescents, or a superficial distraction from it?" (Haensly, Lupkowski & Edlind, 1986) In 1984, Hall, Rutherford, Hord and Huling reported that the co/extracurriculum, which represents …

Extrainstitutional Learning Challenge In Higher Education, Laura D. Browne

Graduate Research Papers

The number of adults entering and reentering higher education is rapidly increasing. Researchers have attempted to determine why adults return to higher education. Morstain and Smart (1977) noted five reasons: social learning, learning for the fun of learning, learning for stimulation or relaxation, career change and life transition. As these adult learners enter academe, they bring with them a wealth of knowledge and life experiences that will have little credibility in a system which only recognizes credit hours earned as the result of time spent in a classroom. This is a major obstacle for adults wishing to enter higher education.

Peer Coaching And The Role Of The Principal, Scott Dwayne Cakerice

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The 1980s were subjected to pressures for educational reform. Many of these pressures were in direct relationship with the publication of "A Nation at Risk" in 1983. The preparation and training of teachers received the most attention in the reform movement. Many state agencies implemented new programs such as merit pay and career ladders. Today, another wave of reform is underway. The emphasis is now focused on restructuring schools. Educational leaders are now interested in improving the teaching profession. The leaders of state agencies and administrators want environments that help teachers and students grow to the greatest extent possible. This …

The Problem Of Students At Risk, J. V. Eckley

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A number of national and state groups have issued reports over the years expressing great concern about the number of students who fail to graduate from high school. Their inability to acquire the knowledge, skills., and attitudes needed to become pr9ductive members of American society (Levin, 1986). The most recent of these reports comes from the Council of Chief State School Officers' (1987).

An Investigation Of The Merits Of Wellness Programs For Colleges And Universities : A Look At Developing The Whole Student, Kent Eugene Harfst

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Wellness programs have become increasingly important in colleges and universities. This is a result of the development of the "whole" student concept that stresses: intellectual development: moral and spiritual development: development of the relationship between college students and faculty; and the relationship with people outside the academic community. Today, college student personnel have realized the importance of adding the physical well-being to this whole student concept. Wellness programs offer the college student the opportunity to improve their physical and mental capabilities. The University of Northern Iowa, along with other higher educational institutions, has developed wellness programs to help students realize …

College Student Personnel Services During The Expansionist Period 1812-1862, Daniel Henderson

Graduate Research Papers

Higher education in the United States can be divided into four distinct periods: The Colonial from 1630-1780, early Federalist from 1780-1812, Expansionist from 1812-1862, and the post Civil War period (Leonard, 1956).

The Application Of Student Development Theory In Multicultural Programming, Sharon Kay Johannsen

Graduate Research Papers

The purpose of this paper is to examine the application of student development theory in multicultural programming. Part I takes a look at the theoretical models of Hoopes (1979) and Katz (1984). Bridges (1980, 1988) offered insight into ideas from the corporate world which may apply directly to related issues in higher education. Part II looks at the application of theory from first an administrative and then a student affairs approach. Combined, both approaches prove valuable for the institution as a whole to utilize effective models and implement multicultural programming. Part Ill offers implications and advances the discussion of issues, …

African American Males In Higher Education: Where Are They? And Why?, Wilfred M. Johnson

Graduate Research Papers

Little attention has been given to the lack of African American males in significant numbers in college and universities. African American males are not found in representative numbers in postsecondary institutions in proportion to any other group. African American males students make up 2.1 % of the United States population; in contrast they only represent .04% in postsecondary institutions (Anderson, Carter, Malizio & San 1989). This paper will explore some of the reasons for this phenomenon and the resulting impact on both the educational system and society at large. It will address the following questions: (1) Where are African American …

Working With Students With Disabilities: The Role Of The School Counselor, Teresa L. O'Meara

Graduate Research Papers

On October 28, 1990, the One Hundred and First Congress signed into effect the Americans with Disabilities Act (Public Law 101-336), promising to end and remediate the discrimination against people with disabilities in the following areas: employment, housing, public accommodations, travel, communications, and activities of state and local government (Rogovin, 1990) .

Sexism In Children's Picture Books, Kathy Dralle

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This researcher analyzed thirty-eight Caldecott and New York Time Choice of Best Illustrated Children's Books of the Year from 1985-1990 by means of a checklist to determine if 1) twice as many male characters will be pictured or refered to than females 2) female characters will exhibit twice as many passive traits than do male characters 3) male characters will be portrayed in three times as many careers 4) females will be shown twice as often in domestic/nurturing roles as males 5) male characters will be shown in twice as many instances caring for and protecting female characters than being …

A Comprehensive Approach To Dropout Prevention Programs, Nancy A. Reising-Prohaska

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Educators have begun to focus on the "third wave" of reform, the prevention of dropouts (Hill, 1987). The first two waves of reform which took place during the 1970 1s and 1980's focused heavily on how to improve teaching--which ultimately led to higher standards in academic performance. These standards, along with a variety of other factors, have increased the population of "potential dropouts." Beck and Muia (1985) agree that the first two reforms had the unintended result of leaving further behind the students most in need of help in meeting higher standards. Therefore, the third reform taking place in the …

Egocentrism And Adolescent Development, Rodney Payne

Graduate Research Papers

The behavior of adolescents can be very challenging to parents and educators. These young people have the ability to change moods and behavior day to day, with their emotions being up or down at any given moment. Also, they are often confused and look for security in their turbulent world. Their inconsistency in behavior and emotions tests the patience and understanding of adults who try to guide and direct them through these hectic years. According to Newman (1985) adolescence has been characterized as a period of inevitable stress and conflict, with adults almost helpless to intervene productively.

Benefits Of Preschool On At-Risk Student Achievement, Marilyn L. Ward

Graduate Research Papers

Historically, education has been a vehicle by which individuals improved their chances for a more productive and personally satisfying life. When the studies of the effects of early childhood education began in the 1960s, the basic question under investigation was, "Does preschool education make a difference in the lives of children?" Fears at that time were that preschool would be harmful to the development of children and to their relationship with their families.

Development Of A Discipline Plan For Secondary Schools, Gary Lee Ross

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Lack of discipline has consistently been cited as one of the most serious problems confronting the public schools. Gallup and Elam (1989) cited the lack of discipline In schools as the second most important problem facing the local public schools behind the use of drugs. School boards, parents, teachers, and administrators all seem to be dissatisfied with discipline in schools.

The Effects Of Teacher Empowerment On Student Achievement, Michael Dean Sawyer

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Today a major topic of conversation with administrators and teachers is teacher empowerment. Many people have their own beliefs on what constitutes teacher empowerment. one basic definition is that teacher empowerment is placing greater responsibility in the hands of teachers for the designs and delivery of educational strategies (Erlandson & Bifano, 1987). In one attempt to define empowerment in terms of a projected outcome, Gore (1989) indicated that empowerment was an end state hence he implied that empowerment is a goal or vision. Lightfoot (1985) on the other hand views empowerment as a process. He indicated that empowerment consists of …

An Investigation On Soybean Oil As An Alternate Fuel In Diesel Engines, Donald F. Fourtner

Graduate Research Papers

The problem of this study was to evaluate the performance parameters and wear rates using a soybean-based fuel in a six cylinder diesel engine.

An Investigation Into Dynamic Assembly And Static Inspection Threaded Fastener Torque Difference, Steven Carter Gray

Graduate Research Papers

The problem of this study was to identify and explain the observable threaded fastener torque difference obtained during assembly installation (known as dynamic assembly torque) and the inspection torque obtained after assembly installation (known as static inspection torque). Casual observations between dynamic and static torque difference are subjective and contain individual bias. Quantitative methods must be utilized to insure that conclusions are well founded and that torque differences observed are justifiably compared. For this purpose: (a) Confidence levels must be established that determine the degree of risk that is undertaken for concluding an erroneous decision and (b) inferential statistics must …

Anorexia Nervosa: A Family Systems Perspective, Mary Tonkin

Graduate Research Papers

Anorexia Nervosa is primarily a disorder of the adolescent female. According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-111-R) (American Psychiatric Association, 1987), the age of onset is usually early to late adolescence (12-18), although it can range from prepuberty to the early 30s (rare) with a gender-specific psychopathology of 95% female. The cardinal feature of anorexia is the relentless pursuit of thinness, often leading to life-threatening weight loss. This pursuit of thinness becomes associated with intense fears about eating, gaining weight, getting fat, and losing control over food intake. A mortality rate between 5% and 18% is …

An Investigation Into Manufacturing Processes And Quality Controls In The Ceramic Insert Tool Industry, Anthony Stephen Desousa Ii

Graduate Research Papers

This study examines the technology and technique that comprises the manufacturing of ceramic insert tools used in the machining environment. This descriptive research was developed by submitting information from actual North American producers of these products and reviewing their processes.

The research examines the types of ceramics produced, the manufacturing processes utilized, ceramic tool machining applications, and a review of the quality control methods that are used within this industry. Numerous manufacturing methods are used in producing ceramic tools. These methods are hot and cold pressing, isostatic pressing, and hot isostatic pressing. Most manufacturers use very high pressure pressing techniques …

A Comparison Of Actual Vs Reported Needlestick Injuries Among Nursing Staff In A Midwest Community Hospital, Nancy Kettman Schuler

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Computers In Post-Secondary Vocational Business Education, Carole Margery Maske

Graduate Research Papers

According to Naisbitt <1982) in Megatrends, contemporary life is an everyday encounter with computer technology. When a person wakes in the morning, it is often to the sound of an alarm programmed the previous night. A person answering the phone receives a call relayed through a computer system. Programs produced for television are often combined with visual effects produced through computer enhancement. As people review their mail. many of the bills and letters have been produced with the aid of computers. Merchandise purchased at many stores is checked out using a computer to read and register the price of the items being purchased. Many students attending our schools wear watches that act as miniature computer calculators. Doctors. lawyers, engineers, politicians. accountants, bankers, farmers. and the entire scope of the business world have come to rely on computers.

A Survey And Analysis Of Potential Uses Of The Computer In The Social Studies Classroom, Mike Healy

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The computer has become an integral tool in education. In math classes, in business education classes, in computer literacy classes, the computer is a well-accepted tool of instruction. However, computers have been slow to enter most Social Studies classrooms, including my classroom. Should the computer be used in the Social Studies classroom? What would be an effective use of computers in the classroom? Would the computer be the best tool for that unit of instruction?

Drug Use Perceptions And Behaviors Of Athletes And Non-Athletes At The University Of Northern Iowa, Tracey A. Edwards

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A Study To Identify The Elements Of World-Class Lean Production Applicable To The Manufacture Of Agricultural Tractor Transmissions And Axles, Bradford W. Wilkerson

Graduate Research Papers

The purpose of this investigation was to provide a primer-style delineation of the principles and operational characteristics of lean production.

The Portrayal Of Characters With Physical Disabilities In Children’S Literature, Marilyn Newhouse

Graduate Research Papers

This research study used a content analysis technique to analyze 25 fiction books which featured a character having a physical disability. All books were published between 1980-1990 and were at a fourth through sixth grade reading level. A comparison was made to determine if the portrayal of physically disabled characters has changed from their portrayal in books written prior to 1980.

In the books chosen for this study the physically disabled characters were typically juvenile, Caucasian, and male. Orthopedic disorders were most frequently portrayed. The majority of the physically disabled characters were portrayed in important family and societal roles, and …

Induction Of Beginning Teachers Through Mentoring, Leanne M. Junko

Graduate Research Papers

Statistics indicate that approximately fifteen percent of all new teachers will leave the profession after their first year of teaching, thirty percent during the first two years, and forty to fifty percent will abandon teaching altogether during the first seven years. Those high in academic skills are bailing out and choosing other careers at alarming rates (Emrick, 1989; Henry, 1988; Schlechty & Vance, 1983). The accomplishments and commitments of many of the teachers who remain in the profession tend to deteriorate after the initial years of survival (Rosenholtz, 1989). To prevent this trend from continuing, programs must be designed to …

The Portrayal Of Sexual Abuse In Young Adult Literature, Mary Oelmann

Graduate Research Papers

The purpose of this content analysis was to determine how the characters who are victims of sexual abuse are portrayed in young adult literature. This study examined the characteristics of the child who has been sexually abused, the abuser, and the home structure of the victim.

Eleven novels, published and reviewed since 1980, were analyzed for content. The researcher used standard recommending journals and bibliographies to identify possible novels for analysis. Books selected had a focus on sexual abuse.

The researcher found incest to be the main type of sexual abuse in 64% of the novels. The majority of the …