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A Discriminative Study Of Boys’ Physical Education In High Schools Of The Big Eight Athletic Conference, Burdon R. Daugherty
A Discriminative Study Of Boys’ Physical Education In High Schools Of The Big Eight Athletic Conference, Burdon R. Daugherty
All Master's Theses
As in any other part of the curriculum, physical education requires equipment, facilities, and personnel in order to help assure a successful program. The degree of attainment of this success will be shown by the opinions of those whose judgments are considered valid. In contrast with this will be the performance capabilities of the students who take part in the program in terms of physical fitness performance, physical fitness knowledge, and neuromuscular skills. Finally, attitudes about physical education are also held to be important and should also be judged.
A Survey Of Existing Programs For Problem Students In The First-Class Districts Of Washington State, Gerard A. Mcelholm
A Survey Of Existing Programs For Problem Students In The First-Class Districts Of Washington State, Gerard A. Mcelholm
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study to determine what programs were being used in the first-class school districts of Washington State for students who had problems that had caused, or could have caused, their removal from the regular classes, and to analyze these programs in light of other programs that seem to be successful throughout the nation.
Effects Of Equal Periods Of Massed Exposure Versus Distributed Exposure To Systematic Exercises On The Physical Fitness Of Fifth And Sixth Grade Boys, Michael L. Nolan
Effects Of Equal Periods Of Massed Exposure Versus Distributed Exposure To Systematic Exercises On The Physical Fitness Of Fifth And Sixth Grade Boys, Michael L. Nolan
All Master's Theses
It was the intent of this study to investigate the effect of varied proportions of physical exercise equated in type and duration, on two equated groups of fifth and sixth grade boys.
Education In The Marshall Islands Under United Nations Trusteeship Administered By The United States, Vernell C. Pinson
Education In The Marshall Islands Under United Nations Trusteeship Administered By The United States, Vernell C. Pinson
All Master's Theses
The lack of a handbook in the schools of the Marshalls District has resulted in valuable information and history being lost in each successive turnover of personnel in the Trust Territory. Every year brings a group of new recruits into the educational system. This particular handbook contains valuable information on the past history and specific terminology required of one who will teach in this area. Special emphasis was given to the educational system in the Marshall Islands.
Retention As A Function Of Competition In Learning, William Wayne Parker
Retention As A Function Of Competition In Learning, William Wayne Parker
All Master's Theses
This study was undertaken to add to empirical evidence for use in drawing some sort of conclusions as to the significance of competition as a factor in retention of learning. This is necessary if teachers are to offer optimum learning conditions to their students.
Individualizing Junior High Geography, George L. Barrus
Individualizing Junior High Geography, George L. Barrus
All Master's Theses
The purpose of the study was to determine if changes would occur in the academic achievement of a class and if student attitude would change towards geography as a subject after being taught under an individualized instructional program. Student scholastic performance in geography since the third grade was compared to achievement under the individualized program in the seventh grade and student opinions about geography were solicited before and after the study. After the completion of the study, the class was also asked to anonymously express their individual opinions concerning the teaching method they were exposed to the second semester of …
Individualized Reading Instruction With Programmed Materials In A Third Grade, Alpha Pauline Lieb
Individualized Reading Instruction With Programmed Materials In A Third Grade, Alpha Pauline Lieb
All Master's Theses
This study was made to determine whether programmed reading materials could correct some of the reading difficulties that develop in children more effectively than the conventional basal approach to reading. Other purposes were to evaluate (1) the financial and administrative feasibility of programmed materials, (2) their effectiveness in individualizing instruction in reading, and (3) the benefits and/or hindrances these materials were to the teacher and students while working in a self-contained classroom situation.
The Use Of Video Tape Replays To Modify Student Behavior In An Elementary Classroom, Robert Lawrence Ewing
The Use Of Video Tape Replays To Modify Student Behavior In An Elementary Classroom, Robert Lawrence Ewing
All Master's Theses
This study was conducted to see whether behavioral responses in a school classroom setting could be altered in young children as a result of viewing themselves on video tape recordings.
The Study Of An Attempt To Improve Motor Abilities Of Kindergarten Children In The Pasco Public Schools, Elaine Keller Banks
The Study Of An Attempt To Improve Motor Abilities Of Kindergarten Children In The Pasco Public Schools, Elaine Keller Banks
All Master's Theses
The results of the study lead to the conclusion that if motor activity of some kind underlies all behavior, including higher thought processes, then educators must be more vigorous in the approach to the physical education programs of children at an early age.
The Relationship Of Work Experience To Industrial Arts Teaching, Gerald John Smith
The Relationship Of Work Experience To Industrial Arts Teaching, Gerald John Smith
All Master's Theses
This study will attempt to answer two major questions: (1) What type of work experience in industry Washington industrial arts teachers have had, and (2) whether work experience in industry is related to their teaching of industrial arts subjects.
Flexibility Change In Students Of Dance As Compared To Students In Other Physical Education Activity Classes, Betty J. Allen
Flexibility Change In Students Of Dance As Compared To Students In Other Physical Education Activity Classes, Betty J. Allen
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to determine flexibility changes in women students enrolled in a modern dance class as compared to flexibility changes in women students enrolled in badminton, golf, swimming, tennis, volleyball, and bowling classes, as measured by the bend and reach test.
Investigation Of The Effectiveness Of A Speech Improvement Program For Preschool Children, Blanche S. Rathbun
Investigation Of The Effectiveness Of A Speech Improvement Program For Preschool Children, Blanche S. Rathbun
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study to investigate the effectiveness of a speech improvement program for preschool children.
A Comparison Of Methods Of Administering Modified Pull-Ups For Girls, Patricia Lacey
A Comparison Of Methods Of Administering Modified Pull-Ups For Girls, Patricia Lacey
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to find a method of administering pull-ups for girls that would be as accurate as the Gay Apparatus.
A Study To Compare The Effect Of Two Elementary Physical Education Programs On Physical Fitness, John K. Gillespie
A Study To Compare The Effect Of Two Elementary Physical Education Programs On Physical Fitness, John K. Gillespie
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study: (1) to compare the regular physical education program at the controlled fifth grade with an experimental physical education program of the other fifth grade; (2) to compare physical fitness of boys and girls of the two grades before and after the study; and (3) to study the effect of the programs on fifth grade fitness levels.
A Study Of The Effectiveness Of The Introduction Of Background Music In A Traditional Library, Dean Ferrero
A Study Of The Effectiveness Of The Introduction Of Background Music In A Traditional Library, Dean Ferrero
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study to determine whether or not the introduction of recorded, background music in a traditional library has a positive effect on the attitude of students toward the library and toward the use of print materials.
A Study Of The In-Service Education Programs Available To Elementary Principals In Spokane, Stevens And Whitman Counties, William Harold Bourne Jr.
A Study Of The In-Service Education Programs Available To Elementary Principals In Spokane, Stevens And Whitman Counties, William Harold Bourne Jr.
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to ascertain the availability of in-service education programs to elementary principals in a selected geographical area, to determine who planned the programs, what types of programs were available and what areas of study were included in these programs.
A Survey Of The Educational Media Program Of The Yakima Public Schools, Bruce J. Eyer
A Survey Of The Educational Media Program Of The Yakima Public Schools, Bruce J. Eyer
All Master's Theses
The major hypothesis of this study was that the overall instructional materials program of the Yakima Public Schools had many weaknesses that could be identified by comparing the program with accepted evaluative criteria. Upon identification of these weaknesses, suggestions for improvement will be made.
Color Effect Of Teacher Attire On The Attitudes Of Educable Mentally Retarded Pupils, Herman B. Sowell
Color Effect Of Teacher Attire On The Attitudes Of Educable Mentally Retarded Pupils, Herman B. Sowell
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this investigation to study the effects of teacher clothing color, specifically the color red and the color black, on attitudes of elementary age mentally retarded pupils. The attitudes studied were the attitudes directed toward the generalized concept of "school" as manifested by the sum of specific concepts.
The Effectiveness Of Taped Textbook Materials In Fifth Grade Social Studies Classes, Jerome Joseph Doherty
The Effectiveness Of Taped Textbook Materials In Fifth Grade Social Studies Classes, Jerome Joseph Doherty
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to determine whether or not the utilization or selected taped textbook materials would appreciably affect the listening skills, the reading comprehension, and the cognitive growth or slow-learning children.
A Comparison Of The Mathematical Achievement Attained Using Two Methods Of Teaching First Year Algebra To Alaskan Native High School Students, Jerry E. Burgett
A Comparison Of The Mathematical Achievement Attained Using Two Methods Of Teaching First Year Algebra To Alaskan Native High School Students, Jerry E. Burgett
All Master's Theses
The major purpose of the study was to compare two different methods of teaching first year algebra to Alaskan Native high school students. The basis for comparison was their effect on mathematical achievement.
A Comparison Of A Routine Training Program And An Exer-Genie Isometric-Isotonic Conditioning Program With Respect To Their Effects On Cardiovascular Condition And Jumping Ability, Kenneth R. Jacobs
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study to determine statistically the effect of an Exer-Genie isometric-isotonic conditioning program on the jumping ability and cardiovascular fitness of junior high school athletes, as compared to a group of junior high school athletes involved in a routine conditioning program using calisthenics. The Sargent Jump Test was used to determine jumping ability and the Cameron Heartometer was used to determine cardiovascular fitness. Each group was compared in view of time spent on conditioning.
A Comparative Study Of Scholastic Achievement Between Day And Dormitory High School Students In Ankara, Turkey, Richard B. Howe
A Comparative Study Of Scholastic Achievement Between Day And Dormitory High School Students In Ankara, Turkey, Richard B. Howe
All Master's Theses
The primary purpose of this study was to compare the scholastic achievement of dormitory students and day students after both groups entered Ankara American High School.
A Comparison Of Contract-Spelling With The Regular Textbook Method For Spelling Instruction At Frontier Junior High School Moses Lake, Washington, Maxine M. Smith
A Comparison Of Contract-Spelling With The Regular Textbook Method For Spelling Instruction At Frontier Junior High School Moses Lake, Washington, Maxine M. Smith
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this experiment is to compare the teacher-pupil-study contract method with the regular textbook method of spelling instruction. This experiment is concerned with the spelling achievement of students and for motivation and mastery in spelling at the junior high school level.
A Survey Of Teachers’ Attitudes Regarding The Effectiveness Of The Middle School, Norman A. Heggenes
A Survey Of Teachers’ Attitudes Regarding The Effectiveness Of The Middle School, Norman A. Heggenes
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study to determine teachers' expressed attitudes regarding the effectiveness of the middle school in the state of Washington, as revealed through a questionnaire study.
A Survey Of The Principals’ Duties In The Public Schools In The State Of Washington, Alex Wasisco Jr.
A Survey Of The Principals’ Duties In The Public Schools In The State Of Washington, Alex Wasisco Jr.
All Master's Theses
The purposes of this study were to (1) determine the duties of the principals in the elementary, junior high and senior high schools in the State of Washington and (2) determine what areas principals would spend more time in if they could free themselves from other duties.
Effects Of Candy And Public Recording Upon Objective Quiz Scores In A Social Studies Class, Thomas Raymond Brown
Effects Of Candy And Public Recording Upon Objective Quiz Scores In A Social Studies Class, Thomas Raymond Brown
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to investigate the reactions of a seventh grade social studies class to public recording and candy when presented in conjunction with the standard classroom reinforcer of grades. It was hoped that this investigation would provide evidence that methods in the field of operant behavior are effective in standard classrooms and not just "special" classrooms.
Audio-Visual Program Lewis And Clark Junior High School Yakima, Washington, Wesley Clay Crago Jr.
Audio-Visual Program Lewis And Clark Junior High School Yakima, Washington, Wesley Clay Crago Jr.
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study is (1) to consider and identify the problems related to establishing an effective audio-visual program; (2) to establish the audio-visual requirements for students and teachers; (3) to define the duties and responsibilities of a building audio-visual coordinator; and (4) to develop a specific program for administering audio-visual equipment and materials in Lewis and Clark Junior High School.
A Survey On The Preparation Of Becoming A Nongraded Elementary School In The State Of Washington, Terry S. Ryan
A Survey On The Preparation Of Becoming A Nongraded Elementary School In The State Of Washington, Terry S. Ryan
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study (1) to review the literature regarding the organization of the nongraded elementary school; (2) to ascertain through the use of a questionnaire how the nongraded elementary schools have been organized in the State of Washington; and (3) to compare what the literature stated in organizing the nongraded school as to what was actually done in nongraded school systems in Washington State.
Movement Response Times Associated With Blocking In Football From The Three- And Four-Point Center Stances, Robert Louis Ames
Movement Response Times Associated With Blocking In Football From The Three- And Four-Point Center Stances, Robert Louis Ames
All Master's Theses
The purposes of this study were: (1) to determine the significance in variability between right, left, forward and backward movement times resulting from assuming the three-point and the four-point center stances, for junior high, senior high, junior college and college football players without previous experience at the center position; and (2) to determine the significance of difference between means of right, left, forward and backward movement of the three-point and four-point stances for each of the groups, viz., junior high, senior high, junior college and college.
The Case Study Approach In Remedial Reading, Marlyn L. Willardson
The Case Study Approach In Remedial Reading, Marlyn L. Willardson
All Master's Theses
A case study of one student who failed to pass the reading portion of the teacher education test at Central Washington State College was the investigation of this paper. The purpose of this study was to present the case study as a technique in diagnosing the reading disabilities of the individual and using the diagnosis as the basis for prescription and implementation of corrective procedures. This investigation was also conducted to serve as a single depth study upon which future case studies at the college level could be based.