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Enrichment Activities In Arithmetic, Social Studies, And Sciece For The Gifted Intermediate Graduate Student, Walter Ned Croshaw Aug 1962

Enrichment Activities In Arithmetic, Social Studies, And Sciece For The Gifted Intermediate Graduate Student, Walter Ned Croshaw

Graduate Student Research Papers

This paper is offered as a starting point for the teacher seeking challenging, creative activities for the gifted child. It is hoped that suggestions contained herein can be adapted to meet classroom situations and serve as inspiration for new and better activities. Due to the limited space available, emphasis will be laid on enrichment activities in arithmetic, social studies, and science. The language and fine arts offer limitless opportunities for enrichment. Arithmetic, social studies, and science also offer excellent enrichment opportunities, but often these are not so evident as in other areas. For that reason, an effort will be made …


A Comparative Study Of Basal Reading Practices And The Individualized Reading Program In The Intermediate Grades, John Charles Eglin Aug 1962

A Comparative Study Of Basal Reading Practices And The Individualized Reading Program In The Intermediate Grades, John Charles Eglin

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study was to investigate the possible uses of "individualized reading" as a means of strengthening and supplementing the basic intermediate reading program.


An Overview Of Mechanism And Function Of Respiration In The Human Organism, James Morley Freese Aug 1962

An Overview Of Mechanism And Function Of Respiration In The Human Organism, James Morley Freese

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this paper was to take a seemingly simple concept of zoology, reveal in some measure its complexity, and show how this concept is often inadequately expressed and taught.


A Proposed Program Of Studies For The Red Rock Junior High School, Robert L. Heikell Aug 1962

A Proposed Program Of Studies For The Red Rock Junior High School, Robert L. Heikell

Graduate Student Research Papers

Given 117 students in grades seven, eight, and nine, four teachers, seven periods per day, and adequate facilities, prepare a program of studies that will meet the needs of the youth of Lower Crab Creek School District. This will be (1) an accredited junior high school located in Royal City, Washington, and (2) the program of studies will meet standards at least comparable to those in neighboring communities presently educating the ninth-grade students of the Lower Crab Creek School District.


The Unsure Singer In The Primary Grades, Jane Troth Jones Aug 1962

The Unsure Singer In The Primary Grades, Jane Troth Jones

Graduate Student Research Papers

This paper will attempt to present a method of dealing with the unsure singer which can be used by classroom teachers or the music specialist. The various activities outlined have proven somewhat successful in correcting this problem with the singing voilces of primary children. A paper or thesis could be written on the progress of individual children. However, it will be the intent here to present ways of handling the problem so that the average classroom teacher may work with the unsure singers. Host of the ideas have been tried out successfully with first and second grade classrooms in Eugene, …


Instituting And Administering An Individualized Reading Program In The Granite Falls Elementary School, Donald F. Van Liew Aug 1962

Instituting And Administering An Individualized Reading Program In The Granite Falls Elementary School, Donald F. Van Liew

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study was to review the literature written about different programs individualizing the reading program so as to enable the writer to judge their worth in a given situation. The area of reading was chosen for this study because more time is spent teaching and practicing reading skills than is spent on any other subject. Further, the writer will attempt to present the steps used in instituting a program in a school. Implementing or revising any program takes careful analysis by an entire staff, but certain steps and procedures should be followed after the staff has agreed …


The Importance Of Teaching About Beneficial Insects In Secondary Science Instruction, Larry Ralph Whitney Aug 1962

The Importance Of Teaching About Beneficial Insects In Secondary Science Instruction, Larry Ralph Whitney

Graduate Student Research Papers

This paper will attempt to determine the value of placing more emphasis in secondary science instruction on beneficial insects. Is this somewhat neglected area of knowledge important enough to have a significant place in an already full curriculum?


A Plan For Initiating And Administering An Individualized Reading Program In Grade 6, Robert Yahn Aug 1962

A Plan For Initiating And Administering An Individualized Reading Program In Grade 6, Robert Yahn

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study was to give considerable research to the problems and procedures for initiating and administering an individualized reading program. Emphasis was focused on problems the principal, staff, students, and parents will encounter in setting up this program. Considered as the major problems are (1) qualified personnel, (2) selection of materials and library facilities, (3) teaching of skills, and (4) evaluating the program. The author gave special attention to the sixth grade.


Is There A Way To Teach Terminology In The Biological Science?, Kenneth Eugene Bongers Jul 1962

Is There A Way To Teach Terminology In The Biological Science?, Kenneth Eugene Bongers

Graduate Student Research Papers

The present :national emphasis on the teaching of Biological Science in High School has brought about many inquiries relative to teaching terminology in a meaningful way. Every biology teacher is faced with the problem of how to communicate the meaning of terms every biology book assumes the students already know.


A Plan For Initiating An Ungraded Primary Program, Rodney Wright Miller Jul 1962

A Plan For Initiating An Ungraded Primary Program, Rodney Wright Miller

Graduate Student Research Papers

In order to provide the proper framework within which to present this study. it is necessary to state briefly the writer's educational philosophy. Knowing this should aid the reader in understanding the reasons for initiating the ungraded primary program. In a democracy. the public school has the responsibility of educating all children capable of learning. The nature of education varies. of course. depending on the different abilities. interests. and needs of the child. In total, however. it must work to develop fully each individual's capabilities. Since each person must take a place in society, he should be educated as an …


A Description And Analysis Of A Nongraded Program In The Primary Grades In Moses Lake, Washington, Melrhea Noble Jul 1962

A Description And Analysis Of A Nongraded Program In The Primary Grades In Moses Lake, Washington, Melrhea Noble

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study was to describe this system of classification and analyze the procedures with reference to the following educational practices: (1) provision for individual differences, (2) ability grouping, and (3) curriculum offerings.


A Study Of The Role Of Art Education In Secondary General Education, John L. Grove Jun 1962

A Study Of The Role Of Art Education In Secondary General Education, John L. Grove

Graduate Student Research Papers

It shall be the purpose of this paper to investigate the role of art education in terms of what it can contribute to the education of all youth of the secondary school. Recognized authorities in the fields of general education, philosophy and art education will be cited to show what the informed teaching of the visual arts can contribute to the growth of each individual and his total character. It is a further purpose of this paper to point out the obstacles that stand in the way of the realization of these objectives and to make appropriate recommendations that may …


The Position Of Solid Geometry In The Mathematics Program, David A. Fitzgerald Mar 1962

The Position Of Solid Geometry In The Mathematics Program, David A. Fitzgerald

Graduate Student Research Papers

Curricular change is a dynamic process. It does not lend itself -well to a snapshot illustration, but rather to the continuity of a moving picture. Such a picture is to be presented in this paper. As new programs evolve, certain weaknesses develop. This paper proposes to point out possible danger areas existent in the recent teaching of solid geometry.


The Role Of Vocational Guidance In The Elementary School, Gary Dee Williamson Mar 1962

The Role Of Vocational Guidance In The Elementary School, Gary Dee Williamson

Graduate Student Research Papers

It is the purpose of this study to collect and present material concerning the present need and importance of a vocational guidance program in the elementary school. Such material should: (1) assist the school administrator in understanding the need for promoting an elementary vocational guidance program; (2) acquaint the teacher with the need for this program while relating some ideas for its' practical application; and, (3) acquaint the parents with this growing need in guidance, making them aware of practical methods by which they can assist their children.