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Morehead State University

Higher Education and Teaching

1984

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What Have We Learned From Process Models Of Conversion? An Examination Of Ten Case Studies, David Rudy Oct 1984

What Have We Learned From Process Models Of Conversion? An Examination Of Ten Case Studies, David Rudy

Faculty Research at Morehead State University

Many attempts to understand the conversion process have been guided by Lofland and Stark's (1965) "process-mode." We examine ten case studies of the conversion process in diverse groups in order to specify the conditions under which the Lofland-Stark model applies. Several components of the model are rejected for conceptual reasons. Other components are to be found in some types of groups but not in others. Only "formation of affective bonds with group members" and "intensive interaction with group members" seem to be indispensable prerequisites for conversion. Thus, any group which is to successfully convert people must be structured so as …


Appalachian Kentucky's Economy During The Mid 70'S And Early 80'S, Douglas Dotterweich Oct 1984

Appalachian Kentucky's Economy During The Mid 70'S And Early 80'S, Douglas Dotterweich

Faculty Research at Morehead State University

The 49 Appalachian counties of Kentucky have undergone significant economic changes in recent years. This research examines recent economic performance of both Appalachian Kentucky as a whole and its component area development districts. Topics covered include: population, employment, income, retail sales, and education.


Geologic Structure And Mine Roof Falls In Selected Coal Beds Within Appalachia, David Hylbert Mar 1984

Geologic Structure And Mine Roof Falls In Selected Coal Beds Within Appalachia, David Hylbert

Faculty Research at Morehead State University

This study investigated stratigraphic and structural causes of roof falls in room-and-pillar drift coal mines in nine mines in eastern Kentucky and the Dunkard Basin of West Virginia and Pennsylvania.