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Effects Of Residential Learning Communities, On -Campus Housing, And Gender On Students' Perception Of Their Living Environment, Jennifer Benson Jones Jan 2003

Effects Of Residential Learning Communities, On -Campus Housing, And Gender On Students' Perception Of Their Living Environment, Jennifer Benson Jones

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

The purpose of this study was to explore differences in the perception of residential living experiences between students living in residential learning communities and those living in traditional residence halls. These two groups were further disaggregated based on their living environment location, on- or off-campus, and their gender. The quality of experience was based on students' perception of their living environment assessed using the Student Residence Environment Scales.;The participants in this study were undergraduate students at a large southeastern public Research I institution enrolled as full-time status students. The on-line survey solicited 600 usable responses (35% usable response rate). of …


Building Communities Of Participation Through Student Advancement Programs: A First Step Toward Relationship Fund Raising, Anita Story Friedmann Jan 2003

Building Communities Of Participation Through Student Advancement Programs: A First Step Toward Relationship Fund Raising, Anita Story Friedmann

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


An Exploratory Investigation Of School Counselors' Experience In School Reform: Interviews With Ten Counselors, Deborah Nackley Turner Jan 2003

An Exploratory Investigation Of School Counselors' Experience In School Reform: Interviews With Ten Counselors, Deborah Nackley Turner

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


The Use Of Performance Indicator Systems In Public Higher Education, John Milan Davis Jan 2003

The Use Of Performance Indicator Systems In Public Higher Education, John Milan Davis

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


Perceptions Of Virginia Beginning Special Educators Regarding The Frequency And Helpfulness Of Mentoring Activities, Alice Claire Culotta Giacobbe Jan 2003

Perceptions Of Virginia Beginning Special Educators Regarding The Frequency And Helpfulness Of Mentoring Activities, Alice Claire Culotta Giacobbe

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


Foci Of Long -Range /Strategic Plans: Externally Accountable Or Internally Systemic? An Analysis Of Early 21st Century K-12 Planning Documents, Cheryl Lynn Perkins Finch Jan 2003

Foci Of Long -Range /Strategic Plans: Externally Accountable Or Internally Systemic? An Analysis Of Early 21st Century K-12 Planning Documents, Cheryl Lynn Perkins Finch

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


In Search Of The "Right Place": Institutional Image, Person -Environment Fit And College Choice, Amy Stuart Greenough Jan 2003

In Search Of The "Right Place": Institutional Image, Person -Environment Fit And College Choice, Amy Stuart Greenough

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


The Development Of Family Counselors During Internship: A Multiple Case Study Using Constructive Developmental Theory, Donna Hines Kaiser Jan 2003

The Development Of Family Counselors During Internship: A Multiple Case Study Using Constructive Developmental Theory, Donna Hines Kaiser

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


Predisposing Characteristics Of Learner Success In Online Education, Shauna E. Tonkin Jan 2003

Predisposing Characteristics Of Learner Success In Online Education, Shauna E. Tonkin

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


Virginia Business Higher Education Council: A Case Study Of Interest Group Formation, Christiane Groth Jan 2003

Virginia Business Higher Education Council: A Case Study Of Interest Group Formation, Christiane Groth

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

An exploratory case study of the Virginia Business Higher Education Council (VBHEC), a higher education lobbying group of business and education interests, was conducted to gain greater insight to state-level higher education interest group formation. A qualitative method was utilized and interviews with founding members of the VBHEC were carried out to understand why participants felt the need to organize such a group at that particular time as well as why members joined the group and continued their participation. The case study covered the time period from the early 1990s through the Council's incorporation in September of 1996. Findings were …


A Study Of The Relationship Between College Student Experiences And Achievement, Carlane Jarice Pittman Jan 2003

A Study Of The Relationship Between College Student Experiences And Achievement, Carlane Jarice Pittman

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


The Current Setting Of The Evolution/Creation Debate In American Public Schools, Bradley Doyle Reynolds Jan 2003

The Current Setting Of The Evolution/Creation Debate In American Public Schools, Bradley Doyle Reynolds

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


Collaborative Practices In Schools: The Impact Of School -Based Leadership Teams On Inclusive Education, Lisa Jo Vernon Jan 2003

Collaborative Practices In Schools: The Impact Of School -Based Leadership Teams On Inclusive Education, Lisa Jo Vernon

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


Rate Of Advanced Placement (Ap) Exam Taking Among Ap-Enrolled Students: A Study Of New Jersey High Schools, Ellen C. Fithian Jan 2003

Rate Of Advanced Placement (Ap) Exam Taking Among Ap-Enrolled Students: A Study Of New Jersey High Schools, Ellen C. Fithian

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


School Improvement Through Site -Based Management Practices, Annie Lunette Todd Jan 2003

School Improvement Through Site -Based Management Practices, Annie Lunette Todd

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

The purpose of this single site case study was to examine administrators', teachers', and guidance counselors' perceptions of site-based management components and school improvement. The study addressed the following three questions: (1) What are the perceptions of experienced teachers toward key aspects of site-based management (shared decision making, school climate, and student success)? (2) What factors do experienced educators identify with promoting the successful implementation of site-based management components (shared decision making, school climate, and student success)? (3) What factors do experienced educators identify with hindering the successful implementation of site-based management components (shared decision making, school climate, and student …


Instructional Strategies In Science Classrooms Of Specialized Secondary Schools For The Gifted, Donna Lorraine Poland Jan 2003

Instructional Strategies In Science Classrooms Of Specialized Secondary Schools For The Gifted, Donna Lorraine Poland

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


Use And Effectiveness Of Test Accommodations For Students With Learning Disabilities On The Stanford Achievement Test, Ninth Edition, Deborah Whisler Rullman Jan 2003

Use And Effectiveness Of Test Accommodations For Students With Learning Disabilities On The Stanford Achievement Test, Ninth Edition, Deborah Whisler Rullman

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


5th Grade Student Performance On Virginia Standards Of Learning Computer/Technology Assessment: An Analysis Of Variables, Nancy Mann Buchanan Jan 2003

5th Grade Student Performance On Virginia Standards Of Learning Computer/Technology Assessment: An Analysis Of Variables, Nancy Mann Buchanan

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


The Effects Of Mediation On Relationships Between Families Of Students With Disabilities And School Personnel, Mary Suzanne Creasey Jan 2003

The Effects Of Mediation On Relationships Between Families Of Students With Disabilities And School Personnel, Mary Suzanne Creasey

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


A Qualitative Exploration Of Twelve Licensed Professional Counselors' Perspectives On The Construct Of Shame, Mary Katharine Kresser Jan 2003

A Qualitative Exploration Of Twelve Licensed Professional Counselors' Perspectives On The Construct Of Shame, Mary Katharine Kresser

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


A Correlational Study Of Dimensions Of Organizational Conflict, Management Styles, And Burnout Among Directors Of Special Education In Virginia, Allan Fleming Livers Jan 2003

A Correlational Study Of Dimensions Of Organizational Conflict, Management Styles, And Burnout Among Directors Of Special Education In Virginia, Allan Fleming Livers

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


The Relationship Of Organizational Health And School Safety To Student Achievement, Harriet Ling Jaworowski Jan 2003

The Relationship Of Organizational Health And School Safety To Student Achievement, Harriet Ling Jaworowski

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

Educators are compelled by federal and state legislation to investigate multiple aspects of the school organization to address factors that may increase student achievement. This study addressed this issue by investigating organizational health and school safety in urban elementary schools and their relationships to student achievement. The study explored elementary school teachers' perceptions regarding organizational health and school safety. These data were correlated to student achievement on the Virginia Standards of Learning Tests in English and mathematics for fifth grade.;The Organizational Health Inventory (OHI) for elementary schools was used to survey teachers' perceptions of institutional integrity, collegial leadership, resource influence, …


"That's How You Find Out How Real Archaeologists Work---When You Do It Yourself": Children's Experiences With Archaeology, Mary Derbish Jan 2003

"That's How You Find Out How Real Archaeologists Work---When You Do It Yourself": Children's Experiences With Archaeology, Mary Derbish

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.


Parents, Perceptions, Passions, Pathways, And Patterns: Exploratory Case Studies Of Home Education In The Development Of Intellectually Gifted Individuals, Tacey Keller Hopper Jan 2003

Parents, Perceptions, Passions, Pathways, And Patterns: Exploratory Case Studies Of Home Education In The Development Of Intellectually Gifted Individuals, Tacey Keller Hopper

Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects

No abstract provided.