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On The Cusp: A School District And Two Communities Respond To An Oil Pre-Boom, Vincent Roman Genareo
On The Cusp: A School District And Two Communities Respond To An Oil Pre-Boom, Vincent Roman Genareo
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This case study is an investigation of the attitudes, perceptions, and reactions of school staff and community members in a rural pre-boom school district. In the early stage of an oil boom, real and perceived disruptions commonly occur in the schools and communities that are affected. The preparations and responses that residents make to the changes may determine the community’s future success, so understanding the impacts in the initial pre-boom growth stage is vital. Using qualitative methods of interviews, participant observations, and document analyses, this study researched 41 participants in a rural school district and two communities. The literature review …
Effects Of Aromatherapy On Test Anxiety And Performance In College Students, Jocelyn Marie Dunnigan
Effects Of Aromatherapy On Test Anxiety And Performance In College Students, Jocelyn Marie Dunnigan
Theses and Dissertations
Test anxiety is a complex, multidimensional construct composed of cognitive, affective, and behavioral components that have been shown to negatively affect test performance. Furthermore, test anxiety is a pervasive problem in modern society largely related to the evaluative nature of educational programs, therefore meriting study of its nature, causes, effects, and treatment. Aromatherapy is the skilled use of essential oils for physical and emotional well-being and has been used to increase relaxation, attention and memory. This study examined the effects of peppermint and rosemary aromatherapy essential oils and a control scent (apple) on self-reported test anxiety, emotionality and worry subscales …