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Just World Beliefs, Identity Development, And Social Justice Advocacy Of Counselor Trainees, Sara Rundlett
Just World Beliefs, Identity Development, And Social Justice Advocacy Of Counselor Trainees, Sara Rundlett
All Master's Theses
This was the first study exploring the relationship between the belief in a just world, identity development, and social justice advocacy (SJA). A mixed methods design was conducted using a nationwide sample of ninety-seven counselor-in-training participants. Hypotheses included positive correlation between identity development and SJA, negative correlation between belief in a just world and SJA, and negative correlation between belief in a just world and identity development. Results were not significant but provided implications for future research and counselor training programs.
The Value Of Hebeler Children's School, Janet Lucille Smith
The Value Of Hebeler Children's School, Janet Lucille Smith
All Master's Theses
This thesis consists of a historical review of laboratory schools at Central Washington University. It is supplemented by the results of two informal surveys of in-service teachers who graduated from Central, along with present and retired faculty, administrators, teachers, and others connected and concerned with the education of teachers (see Appendices A and B). The surveys focus on the perception of the role of laboratory school experience in teacher preparation. Also included are interviews and correspondence with persons connected to Central and its laboratory schools (see Appendix C). Recommendations were given for opportunity to explore, study and identify the roles …
The Community College Environment; A Comparative Study Of Perceptions And Expectations Of Liberal Arts Students In Two Community Colleges, Vann Leonzia Anane
The Community College Environment; A Comparative Study Of Perceptions And Expectations Of Liberal Arts Students In Two Community Colleges, Vann Leonzia Anane
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study is to determine whether there are any significant differences in the perceptions of two groups of liberal arts students or at two colleges concerning the administration of their college, curriculum, instruction, course offerings, student role in college affairs, and other questions of importance to the college student. Also, an attempt will be made to determine if there is any relationship between a group of students' perceptions of the policies and offerings of their host environment and their expectations of the environment.
Development Of The Teacher’S Self For Effective Teaching, June Bach Hill
Development Of The Teacher’S Self For Effective Teaching, June Bach Hill
All Master's Theses
The recognition of adequate development of the teacher's self is seen by the researcher and shown by literature as a major problem for teacher education in the near future. Teaching is a helping profession; the ultimate goal of teaching is to better hear and relate to the needs of human growth and development of children in the classroom. Since the way one views himself greatly affects how he sees others, the importance of a positive teacher self-concept can hardly be overemphasized.
The Changing Roles Of School Personnel As A Result Of The Professional Negotiations Act In The State Of Washington, Edward J. Hill Jr.
The Changing Roles Of School Personnel As A Result Of The Professional Negotiations Act In The State Of Washington, Edward J. Hill Jr.
All Master's Theses
This study attempted to determine if participants in school policy making feel that there have been significant changes in their roles as a result of the professional negotiations law in the state of Washington.
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.
A Study Of Dropouts From Continuation High School In Spokane From September, 1967, To November, 1968, Albert D. Brown
A Study Of Dropouts From Continuation High School In Spokane From September, 1967, To November, 1968, Albert D. Brown
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to identify the characteristics of students who dropped out of Spokane Continuation High School. A great deal has been written on the subject of dropouts, and as part of this study the writer reviewed and reported on the most current material available.
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.
An Analytical Bibliography Of Recent Writings On Mass Media (Particularly Television) That Have Special Significance For Secondary School Teachers Of English, Vernal E. Allen
All Master's Theses
Our students should have criteria for judging good television just as they have for literature. We, as a profession dedicated to the enrichment of lives through the humanities, are remiss if we neglect this major means of humanizing.
Methods Of Communicating With And Relating To The Parents Of Migrant Children, Marian I. Hines
Methods Of Communicating With And Relating To The Parents Of Migrant Children, Marian I. Hines
All Master's Theses
It is the purpose of this study to (1) determine the present status of efforts, techniques, and materials used by school personnel to communicate with parents of migrant and culturally deprived or disadvantaged children, and (2) identify ways and methods of improving the presently used efforts, techniques, and materials.
A Proposal For The Organization And Development Of The A. C. Davis Senior High School Learning Resources Center, Donna Delchambre
A Proposal For The Organization And Development Of The A. C. Davis Senior High School Learning Resources Center, Donna Delchambre
All Master's Theses
It is the purpose of this study to explore the factors in the development and the initial planning and organization of a traditional senior high school library that is to function as a learning resources center. In pursuit of this study, the library facilities for the new A. C. Davis Senior High School at Yakima, Washington, are used.
The Structure And Function Of Student Councils In The Elementary Schools Of Vancouver, Washington, Claude Richard Bowen
The Structure And Function Of Student Councils In The Elementary Schools Of Vancouver, Washington, Claude Richard Bowen
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study to compile data concerning the structure and function of student councils in the elementary schools of Vancouver, Washington. This compilation of information will be available to aid educators who are assigned the duties and responsibilities of advising student councils at the elementary level. It will also give the administrators of Vancouver, Washington, who have endorsed elementary councils, an opportunity to ascertain their councils' current structure and function.
The Measurement Of Religious Attitudes Of Men In Residence Halls At Walla Wall College And Whitman College, Norman James Woods
The Measurement Of Religious Attitudes Of Men In Residence Halls At Walla Wall College And Whitman College, Norman James Woods
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study is (1) to ascertain from data gathered whether there is a measurable difference of religious attitudes among the residence hall men at Walla Walla College as compared to residence hall men at Whitman College; and (2) determine to what extent the Walla Walla College group subscribes to a position based on the dogma of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
A Survey To Determine The Effectiveness Of Portable Classrooms In Today’S Educational Picture, Daun E. Olson
A Survey To Determine The Effectiveness Of Portable Classrooms In Today’S Educational Picture, Daun E. Olson
All Master's Theses
The purposes of this study were: (1) to determine if portables, depending on the circumstances and needs of the school district, are a valid method of handling today's overcrowded conditions, (2) to show how supplementary classrooms were used by the University Place School District, (3) to provide a reference source for others who plan to use relocatable structures.
Schools Of The Future, Now An Educational Filmstrip Depicting Flexible Scheduling Programs In Selected Schools In The States Of Washington And Oregon, Robert E. Meinhardt
Schools Of The Future, Now An Educational Filmstrip Depicting Flexible Scheduling Programs In Selected Schools In The States Of Washington And Oregon, Robert E. Meinhardt
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to prepare a sound filmstrip which would inform educators of flexible scheduling practices being used in high schools in the states of Oregon and Washington.
The Effects Of Nonpromotion On Achievement And Maturation In The Junior High School, Alma C. Spithill
The Effects Of Nonpromotion On Achievement And Maturation In The Junior High School, Alma C. Spithill
All Master's Theses
The present study has dealt with the problem of the "non-effects" of nonpromotion--a practice which continues because many educators and parents are convinced that grade repetition will help the immature or underachieving child "catch up."
An Intramural Tackle Football Program Guide For Wapato Junior High School, Paul Alan Petty
An Intramural Tackle Football Program Guide For Wapato Junior High School, Paul Alan Petty
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study to (1) explore the general objectives of intramural sports and the general objectives, philosophy, and controversies of interscholastic athletics at the junior high school level; (2) comprehend the beneficial values of both intramural sports programs and junior high interscholastic athletics; and (3) develop an intramural tackle football program guide for the existing program at Wapato Junior High School.
The Effects Of Football Participation On Personality Adjustment In Elementary School Boys, Russell D. Scofield
The Effects Of Football Participation On Personality Adjustment In Elementary School Boys, Russell D. Scofield
All Master's Theses
This study tried to determine the effects of participation in a football program on the personality adjustment of boys aged ten, eleven, and twelve who live in Yakima and neighboring areas.
Establishing An Integrated Instructional Materials Service, Elsie Eggebroten Tompkins
Establishing An Integrated Instructional Materials Service, Elsie Eggebroten Tompkins
All Master's Theses
This study attempted to discover if Washington school administrators believed it would be helpful to integrate library, textbook, and audio-visual materials into one instructional materials service. The three aspects of the problem to be explored were (1) the feasibility of the proposed service in actual schools in Washington, (2) the qualifications thought necessary for the director of such an integrated service, and (3) the degree to which our schools already approached an integrated instructional materials service.
A Survey Of Foreign Relations Emphasis In The Secondary Schools Of Clark County, Washington, Jess Vern Frost
A Survey Of Foreign Relations Emphasis In The Secondary Schools Of Clark County, Washington, Jess Vern Frost
All Master's Theses
This study attempted to determine the extent and nature of foreign relations education being given students in the Clark County, Washington, secondary schools. Eight areas centering around contemporary world history, geography, and problems courses were examined.
A Descriptive Study Of The College Elementary School Camping Experience Of Four Fifth Graders, Betty Anne Charlton
A Descriptive Study Of The College Elementary School Camping Experience Of Four Fifth Graders, Betty Anne Charlton
All Master's Theses
This study presented a review of the philosophy and history of school camping, the evolution of the outdoor education program at the College Elementary School, and a study of four fifth grade children before, during, and after their first school camping experience. Interviews, observations, written tests, sociograms, examination of records, and standard camp evaluations were utilized.
The Public Assistance Child In The Yakima Public Schools, Ellen Kennedy Brzoska
The Public Assistance Child In The Yakima Public Schools, Ellen Kennedy Brzoska
All Master's Theses
The aim of this study was to determine if the Public Assistance Group of children differed scholastically and intellectually from the children whose parents were not on Public Assistance.
An Evaluation Of Current Homework Practices In Grades 4, 5, And 6 Of The Bremerton Public Schools, Donald M. Fujimoto
An Evaluation Of Current Homework Practices In Grades 4, 5, And 6 Of The Bremerton Public Schools, Donald M. Fujimoto
All Master's Theses
The values of homework have been the subject of considerable debate for many years. Considering the inadequate amount of research and the varied views of parents and teachers on this issue, the writer felt that a research study at the local level would prove to be worthwhile. It was also felt that such a study would help to ease some of the misunderstandings between parents and teachers and to foster better relationship between the school and community.
The Principal’S Role In Developing And Maintaining A Good Public Relations Program, Leon Louis Abhold
The Principal’S Role In Developing And Maintaining A Good Public Relations Program, Leon Louis Abhold
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study (1) to analyze the fundamental basis of a sound public relations program; (2) to describe in practical terms how principals may develop good school-community relations; and (3) to utilize to advantage the facilities available for influencing public opinion.
A Comparative Study Of The Evergreen School District Before And After Reorganization, Walford Neal Johnson
A Comparative Study Of The Evergreen School District Before And After Reorganization, Walford Neal Johnson
All Master's Theses
The problem of this thesis was to examine the Evergreen School District, both before and after its reorganization, to determine whether or not the reorganization of the district resulted in more acceptable educational services and facilities for all school children residing within its boundaries. Further, an attempt was made to compare the cost of education before and after reorganization.
A Study Of The Relationship Between Defects Of Articulation In Speech And Emotional Stability Of Children In The Primary Grades, Frances P. Oechsner
A Study Of The Relationship Between Defects Of Articulation In Speech And Emotional Stability Of Children In The Primary Grades, Frances P. Oechsner
All Master's Theses
This study is concerned with the relationship between defects of articulation in speech and emotional instability in elementary school children. The general procedure followed throughout the study involved a comparison of children having articulatory defects with speech normal children for personal and social adjustment.
Towards An Ideal Education, Carl A. Carlson
Towards An Ideal Education, Carl A. Carlson
All Master's Theses
Modern education is based on the philosophy that through a functional and practical program the needs of the child will be met. In actual practice, too often ideals are left out of this program. For the purpose of developing these ideals and incorporating them into the functional pragmatic school system to form a program that will come closer to answering the needs of the child, and in the spirit of the philosophy of John Dewey, a man of high ideals and great moral character, this study was written.
An Appraisal By The Graduate Students Of The Terminal Education Program At Wenatchee Junior College, Alice A. Low
An Appraisal By The Graduate Students Of The Terminal Education Program At Wenatchee Junior College, Alice A. Low
All Master's Theses
Wenatchee Junior College has been cognizant of the fact that its terminal program needed revision and expansion. The results of this study which have expressed the opinions of those students who have graduated from a two year course have revealed a number of conclusions and implications for further study which may be helpful in any type of curriculum revision.
A Comparative Study Of The Personality Adjustment, Mental Maturity, And Music Aptitude Of The Three Ethnic Groups Represented At Mt. Edgecumbe School, Mt. Edgecumbe, Alaska, Charles Peter Mason
A Comparative Study Of The Personality Adjustment, Mental Maturity, And Music Aptitude Of The Three Ethnic Groups Represented At Mt. Edgecumbe School, Mt. Edgecumbe, Alaska, Charles Peter Mason
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study to compare the three ethnic groups – Aleuts, Eskimos, and Indians – represented at Mt. Edgecumbe School in intelligence, personality, and musical talent to discover any basic differences that might exist between the three groups in the categories listed.
A Handbook To Help Promote Understanding And Participation In Education By Home And School For Saint Paul’S Cathedral School, Yakima Washington, Mary Bernardine Myers
A Handbook To Help Promote Understanding And Participation In Education By Home And School For Saint Paul’S Cathedral School, Yakima Washington, Mary Bernardine Myers
All Master's Theses
The problem to which consideration is being given appears to be threefold in purpose. 1. To secure a brief but comprehensive summary of necessary information for the principal of the Catholic Elementary School. 2. To offer the teacher a practical digest of the common laws, policies, and practices pertaining to her profession. 3. To provide the parents - the co-educators of the citizens of tomorrow - with sufficient knowledge of the administrative policies and the instructional methods used in the Catholic Elementary School.