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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.
The Extent Of Basal Reader Usage In Reading Programs By Elementary Teachers In The Wenatchee School District, Joe H. Schomer
The Extent Of Basal Reader Usage In Reading Programs By Elementary Teachers In The Wenatchee School District, Joe H. Schomer
All Master's Theses
This survey is not intended to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the basal reader program. It is designed to determine whether or not beginning or inexperienced teachers do, in fact, utilize basal programs to a greater extent than those with more experience.
A Study Of The Effect On High School Students Of An Educational Program Which Points Out The Harmful Effects Of Smoking, Patricia Ann Hastings
A Study Of The Effect On High School Students Of An Educational Program Which Points Out The Harmful Effects Of Smoking, Patricia Ann Hastings
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to (1) develop a program of education on the ill effects of smoking for high school students; (2) help reduce the number of smokers among youth through the development of youth groups to promote a non-smoking program.
A Case Study Of Remediation For A Fifth Grade Boy With Reading Disabilities, Betty Lee Foster
A Case Study Of Remediation For A Fifth Grade Boy With Reading Disabilities, Betty Lee Foster
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to provide formal research evidence as to the effectiveness of the remedial tutorial program with one child who had been diagnosed as a disabled reader. The student had been functioning as a slow learner in the classroom. More specifically, an attempt was made to verify or reject the hypothesis that improvement of the subject's reading ability would result in an enhancement of his self-image. A second hypothesis was to determine if the regular classroom work would profit by this improved self-image.
A Study In Comprehension Improvement Of Seventh Grade Pupils Employing The Sq3r Technique, Dean L. Weyrick
A Study In Comprehension Improvement Of Seventh Grade Pupils Employing The Sq3r Technique, Dean L. Weyrick
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study: (1) to determine if the SQ3R technique could be used successfully with content and reading material at the seventh grade level; (2) to present a program to seventh grade students at Okanogan Junior High to determine the effect of the SQ3R method on improving comprehension as measured by the Diagnostic Reading Tests; and (3) to determine if the study methods learned could be transferred to a content area.
Effects Of The Administrative Internship Program On Selected Post Interns From C.W.S.C. And An Analysis Of Their Training Program, Robert Burdick
Effects Of The Administrative Internship Program On Selected Post Interns From C.W.S.C. And An Analysis Of Their Training Program, Robert Burdick
All Master's Theses
The purposes of this study were to (1) determine how selected post-interns from Central Washington State College rate the usefulness of their internship experience; (2) determine if size of school has any significant bearing on quantity and quality of administrative experiences; and, (3) determine what successes these post-interns have had in securing administrative positions.
An Experimental Study Of Two Methods Of Teaching Mathematics In Second Grade, Nina Aldridge Thomas
An Experimental Study Of Two Methods Of Teaching Mathematics In Second Grade, Nina Aldridge Thomas
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study to compare two methods of teaching arithmetic in the second grade, an individualized method and a one group method, to determine if there were any differences in the achievement made by the two groups.
Reliability And Validity Of Arm Extension Testing In Diagnosing Reading Disorders, Geroge L. Rau
Reliability And Validity Of Arm Extension Testing In Diagnosing Reading Disorders, Geroge L. Rau
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to investigate the reliability and validity of an arm elevation technique employed in the diagnosis of reading disability.
An Investigation Of A Self-Determining Curriculum, Roger Gray
An Investigation Of A Self-Determining Curriculum, Roger Gray
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to: (1) determine what patterns of selection occurred when children chose their curricular areas at times they preferred within the school day; (2) determine what proportion of time children with academic deficiencies (identified by their pre-summer session teachers) spent in the curricular area of their deficiency; (3) present the attitudes (as revealed through a questionnaire study} of parents whose children attended a summer school using a self-determining curriculum, and (4) present the attitudes and preferences (as revealed through personal interviews) of children who attended a summer school using a self-determining curriculum.
The Effects Of Distraction On The Simple Reaction Time Of Normal And Retarded Students, Franklin Dean Carlson
The Effects Of Distraction On The Simple Reaction Time Of Normal And Retarded Students, Franklin Dean Carlson
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to investigate the possible effects of auditory and visual distraction on the simple reaction time performance of normal and mentally retarded high school students. Specifically, these tests were concerned with assessing the effect of various combinations of loud popular music and bright flashing lights upon an individual's ability to attend to a simple reaction test device.
The Relationship Of The Creativity Of Teachers And Their Students, Norman Frederick Erken
The Relationship Of The Creativity Of Teachers And Their Students, Norman Frederick Erken
All Master's Theses
It is the purpose of this study to determine whether or not there is a relationship between the creativity of a teacher, as measured by the Torrance Tests of Creative Thinking Verbal, Form A, and the creativity of the students with whom she works, as measured by the same instrument.
The Teaching Of Communications Skills In Relation To The Cultural Background Of Mexican Migrants, Irene Hlousek
The Teaching Of Communications Skills In Relation To The Cultural Background Of Mexican Migrants, Irene Hlousek
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to objectively describe a method of teaching English communication skills to Spanish-speaking Mexican-migrant adults. A program of experiences was developed to teach communication skills to Mexican-migrant adults. An attempt was made to overcome the difficulties these adults face in learning a second language and to bring about the changes in attitude necessary for ready adaptation to the culture in which they now find themselves. The important factor in teaching communication skills is the building of an adequate English vocabulary.
The Effect Of Positive Reinforcement On The Attending Behavior Of A Distractible Child, Michael Lewis Ikard
The Effect Of Positive Reinforcement On The Attending Behavior Of A Distractible Child, Michael Lewis Ikard
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of the study (1) to evaluate the use of a token reinforcement system in modifying the attending behavior of a distractible child; (2) to demonstrate a technique which a teacher may find useful in helping the distractible child learn to manage his own attention; and (3) to show the relationship between attending behavior and academic performance.
A Survey Of The Effectiveness Of The Various Sizes Of Elementary School Teaching Teams In The Puget Sound Area, Norman L. Standley
A Survey Of The Effectiveness Of The Various Sizes Of Elementary School Teaching Teams In The Puget Sound Area, Norman L. Standley
All Master's Theses
The purpose of the study is to discover and analyze the various sizes of teaching teams, on the elementary school level, to determine their relative effectiveness with respect to the following, as perceived by teachers: 1. What team size lends itself to the greatest number of individual teacher competencies? 2. What team size contributes the most to the professional growth of teachers? 3. What team size offers the most to the student's growth and development? The purpose of the study is to discover and analyze the various sizes of teaching teams, on the elementary school level, to determine their relative …
A Method Of Teaching English Spelling To Thai Students At The Elementary Level, Sirima Warayingyong
A Method Of Teaching English Spelling To Thai Students At The Elementary Level, Sirima Warayingyong
All Master's Theses
Before a Thai teacher attempts to teach English spelling to her students, she should consider the factors that complicate English spelling for the Thai student, so that she can provide effective lessons, methods of instruction, and teaching materials. Good spelling involves many areas of the language: pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and handwriting.
A Study Of The Current Trends Of Teaching Distributive Education To Students With Special Needs, Leroy A. Mccartney
A Study Of The Current Trends Of Teaching Distributive Education To Students With Special Needs, Leroy A. Mccartney
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to identify distributive education programs for students with special needs. The identity and study of the programs would provide guiding principles for the organization, and administration of the programs. The study could provide basic information which would assist in planning the curriculum and initiating distributive education programs in school districts where the need to train the disadvantaged is a problem. This study could also aid in meeting one of the objectives of vocational education.
A Study Of School Library Service To The Disadvantaged, Judith E. Bell
A Study Of School Library Service To The Disadvantaged, Judith E. Bell
All Master's Theses
This thesis was written to provide an annotated bibliography of recent periodical material concerning the school librarian's role in serving both teacher and student in a school containing disadvantaged pupils. The newly trained school librarian or one already established needs a compilation of materials suited to his specific needs.
A Study Of The Processes And Outcomes Of Parental Cooperation Affecting Children’S Reading Ability, Chanelle Anne Keithahn
A Study Of The Processes And Outcomes Of Parental Cooperation Affecting Children’S Reading Ability, Chanelle Anne Keithahn
All Master's Theses
This experiment was devised as a possible means of overcoming reading difficulties in children who come from a low socio-economic and cultural background and, at the same time, involving their parents in the reading instructional program. Weekly sessions, involving informal reading activities, were attended by the parents and their children. Those who participated regularly were used as the experimental group, while those who participated at some of the meetings were used as the control group. The purpose of this study was to compare and contrast the growth of reading skills between matched individuals in an experimental group and a control …
Achievement Study Of Negro Elementary Transfer Students, Peter Andrew Nielsen
Achievement Study Of Negro Elementary Transfer Students, Peter Andrew Nielsen
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to find out to what extent the transfer program has benefited participating students. The hypothesis was that Negro elementary students participating in the transfer program would make more academic progress by 1968 than would Negro elementary students from the same home schools who did not transfer. All students had to be in grade four in 1966. Students must have taken a standardized achievement test in 1966 and 1968.
Techniques To Help Disadvantaged Intermediate Elementary Children Learn To Read, Myrtle J. Stoutenburg
Techniques To Help Disadvantaged Intermediate Elementary Children Learn To Read, Myrtle J. Stoutenburg
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study is two-fold. The first objective is to review research done in the area of helping disadvantaged elementary children learn to read, the importance of this research to scholastic growth and whether or not it merits the time required for development of techniques and activities. The second objective is to formulate a collection of techniques and activities for helping disadvantaged elementary children learn to read.
Selected Library Periodicals Of The Northwest States For Use In Secondary Social Studies: An Annotated Bibliography, Emma J. Mccune
Selected Library Periodicals Of The Northwest States For Use In Secondary Social Studies: An Annotated Bibliography, Emma J. Mccune
All Master's Theses
This study was done to supply information for librarians about special periodicals of the Northwest States which could be used in teaching secondary social studies. Complete bibliographic information and descriptive annotations were included for each periodical. Suggested usage of these periodicals for a unit in Washington State history was included as an example.
Periodical Use In Secondary School Libraries In The State Of Washington: A Survey With Recommendations, Lillian C. Canzler
Periodical Use In Secondary School Libraries In The State Of Washington: A Survey With Recommendations, Lillian C. Canzler
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study (1) to assess through a questionnaire-study the use of 213 selected periodicals by faculty and students in high schools in first and second class districts in the State of Washington, and (2) to determine some general values held regarding periodicals.
A Comparison Of The Achievement Of Selected Students In High School Social Studies Taught By The Team Teaching Method And The Traditional Method, Curtis Harris Christian
A Comparison Of The Achievement Of Selected Students In High School Social Studies Taught By The Team Teaching Method And The Traditional Method, Curtis Harris Christian
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study to compare learning outcomes of students taught by traditional methods with that of students instructed by certain selected arrangements of resources commonly associated with the teaching team approach.
A Study In Application Of Positive Reinforcement For Improving Listening Achievement, Ernest J. Bobko
A Study In Application Of Positive Reinforcement For Improving Listening Achievement, Ernest J. Bobko
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to (1) determine the effectiveness of utilizing positive reinforcement techniques to improve listening awareness during the process of receiving verbal instructions; (2) evaluate the use of reinforcement schedules with and without positive reinforcement; (3) determine to what extent a formal program utilizing reinforcement procedure compares with the absence of such procedure in a classroom.
A Study Of Teacher Awareness Of Interest Factors Contributing To Success In Reading Among Intermediate Grades In Eighteen Elementary Schools In California’S Rio Linda Union School District, Charles Ralph Dykstra
A Study Of Teacher Awareness Of Interest Factors Contributing To Success In Reading Among Intermediate Grades In Eighteen Elementary Schools In California’S Rio Linda Union School District, Charles Ralph Dykstra
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to determine the attitudes of classroom teachers concerning factors involved in the development of greater interest in reading among intermediate grade children.
A Survey Of Small School Districts’ Junior High School Summer Program Offerings, Donald W. Moore
A Survey Of Small School Districts’ Junior High School Summer Program Offerings, Donald W. Moore
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study to obte.in details of summer school programs, including practices which were considered by the districts to be innovative.
A Survey And Evaluation Of Creative Writing Through The Media Of Individualized Movies In The Seventh Grade, Loy Victor Sutton
A Survey And Evaluation Of Creative Writing Through The Media Of Individualized Movies In The Seventh Grade, Loy Victor Sutton
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study to determine if creative writing could be improved through the motivation of individualized movies as compared to the standard creative writing assignment.
Development Of An Automated Program To Teach Auditory Discrimination, Lawrence A. Porter
Development Of An Automated Program To Teach Auditory Discrimination, Lawrence A. Porter
All Master's Theses
The study was initiated to determine whether or not certain skills which are necessary to the development of good speech could be programed. Students utilizing programed instruction techniques would be able to practice skills which were formerly acquired during regular therapy sessions and, therefore, have the benefit of therapeutic services at their own discretion. The particular phase of speech therapy selected was auditory discrimination ability.
Adapting The Montessori Approach To Moderately Handicapped Children, Mary E. Croiser
Adapting The Montessori Approach To Moderately Handicapped Children, Mary E. Croiser
All Master's Theses
This paper is meant for the public school special education teacher of moderately handicapped children who has had some teacher training in the Montessori method. It is not the purpose of the paper to prove the Montessori method, but rather to show how some of it could be adapted for use with moderately handicapped children of primary school age.
A Comparative Study Of Handwriting Practices In The Intermediate Grades, Evelyn Elaine Eisenman
A Comparative Study Of Handwriting Practices In The Intermediate Grades, Evelyn Elaine Eisenman
All Master's Theses
The purpose of the study was to show that teachers in the elementary middle grades were providing functional practices in their handwriting instruction as set forth in the literature published since 1960.