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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 …
An Experiment In Improving The Attitude And Achievement Of Students In Mathematics By Using Behavioral Objectives, Joseph Bruce Fleming
An Experiment In Improving The Attitude And Achievement Of Students In Mathematics By Using Behavioral Objectives, Joseph Bruce Fleming
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to test whether behaviorally stated objectives would effect a change of attitude toward mathematics while improving students' achievement in mathematics. The investigation was conducted by means of a comparison of an experimental group that received individually written behavioral objectives in mathematics and a control group.
A Comparison Of Three Basketball Skill Tests, Michael Lee Osborn
A Comparison Of Three Basketball Skill Tests, Michael Lee Osborn
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to determine which, if any, of three existing basketball skill tests: (1) The Lehsten test; (2) The Stroup test; and (3) The Knox test, has the highest correlation with the basketball ability of senior high school boys as rated by expert opinion.
Comparative Study Of Activities Preferred By Elementary Pupils Vs. Teacher-Directed Activities, Ronald W. Munson
Comparative Study Of Activities Preferred By Elementary Pupils Vs. Teacher-Directed Activities, Ronald W. Munson
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this study (1) to determine the activities elementary school students prefer to do while they are attending school; (2) to determine the activities that are now being used by teachers; and (3) to compare the activities preferred by students with those used by teachers.
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.
Preferential Food Habits Of Aplodontia Rufa, Lennis Orville Allen
Preferential Food Habits Of Aplodontia Rufa, Lennis Orville Allen
All Master's Theses
In summary, the findings of this study are that the mountain beaver does exhibit preferences in his food habits. It selects for food just less than one-half of the available plant species. Three species are preferred over all others selected for food, those species being sword-fern, salal, and brake-fern.
A Study Of The Functions And Responsibilities Of State Supervisors Of Home And Family Life Education In The State Of Washington And Home Economics Supervisors Within The Ministry Of Education In Thailand, Wilawan Nartasilpa
All Master's Theses
The intent of the study was to survey functions and responsibilities of State Supervisors of Home and Family Life Education in the State of Washington and their counterparts in Thailand and to raise questions and/or suggestions for improvement in supervision of the home economics program in Thailand.
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 Status Study Of Business And Office Occupations Education In The Community Colleges Of Washington State, Rex G. Wilks
A Status Study Of Business And Office Occupations Education In The Community Colleges Of Washington State, Rex G. Wilks
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to determine the status of business and office education in the community colleges of the State of Washington in the areas of (1) curricula, (2) plant facilities and equipment, (3) instructional personnel, and (4) student enrollment.
Development Of A Parent Education Program For Parents Of Children Enrolled In The Head Start Child Development Center Toppenish, Washington, Margaret Gleason Kulik
Development Of A Parent Education Program For Parents Of Children Enrolled In The Head Start Child Development Center Toppenish, Washington, Margaret Gleason Kulik
All Master's Theses
The concern of this study will be to consider the over-all problem: Can planned educational programs for parents help to compensate for some of the deficiencies brought about by the culture of poverty? More specifically will be studied the problem: Can parent education through study-discussion groups help disadvantaged families to a better understanding of themselves and others with resulting changes in attitudes and/or behavior in family relationships and child care and development?
Hearing Loss Among Alaska Native Schoolchildren Of The Lower Yukon, Susan H. Henry
Hearing Loss Among Alaska Native Schoolchildren Of The Lower Yukon, Susan H. Henry
All Master's Theses
Schoolchildren in the Eskimo settlement of Mountain Village, Alaska, were studied to determine the extent of hearing losses incurred and ,the relationship between hearing loss and the middle ear pathology of otitis media.
A Study Of Child Rearing Attitudes Of Mothers Of Gifted Children, Kemme Lynne Caldwell
A Study Of Child Rearing Attitudes Of Mothers Of Gifted Children, Kemme Lynne Caldwell
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to determine whether or not any differences exist between the attitudes toward child rearing and family life of mothers of gifted children and the attitudes toward child rearing and family life of mothers of non-gifted children of the same age, living in the same community, and attending the same schools.
An Investigation Of “Revelation” In Contemporary Art, John Brian Skoor
An Investigation Of “Revelation” In Contemporary Art, John Brian Skoor
All Master's Theses
It is the purpose of this study (1) to investigate various examples of paintings and sculptures in which the artist claimed to have revealed himself or to have had a spiritual experience in the creation of the work; (2) to present several select statements by artists and theologians who claim revelation is the dynamic, sustaining force in all creation; (3) to correlate art and religion, emphasizing that the common thread which underlies them both is revelation.
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 Longitudinal Study Of Self-Concept In Late Adolescents, William Davy Thomas
A Longitudinal Study Of Self-Concept In Late Adolescents, William Davy Thomas
All Master's Theses
Since knowledge of self-stability is important to self-theory, a study as briefly outlined above seemed valuable. The four chief parts of the study to emerge are given below: 1. To investigate the stability of the self-concept of adolescents over one and two-year intervals. 2. To investigate the stability of the self-concept and its relationship to such factors as social status, intelligence, and maturation age. 3. To investigate the favorability of self-concept and to see if such things as social status, intelligence, and maturation age make for differences in favorability. 4. To investigate the differences between drop-outs and continuands when all …
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.
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.
Attitudes Of College Freshmen And Sophomores Toward Interfaith, Interracial, And Intercultural Marriage, Marie O'Connor
Attitudes Of College Freshmen And Sophomores Toward Interfaith, Interracial, And Intercultural Marriage, Marie O'Connor
All Master's Theses
The purpose of the study was to determine by questionnaire the attitudes of college freshmen and sophomores toward marriage to another of different religion, race, and/or cultural background, and to determine whether the findings compare with the findings of previous studies. Results of previous studies indicate that today's students are more willing to marry persons of different faith, race, and/or cultural background. Jacks' study (to be described later) in particular shows students more accepting of interfaith marriages.
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 Survey Of Washington State High Schools For Information Concerning Social Studies Curriculum Changes Since “Project Social Studies” Of 1962, James Lee Maw
All Master's Theses
The problem to be researched was to determine if the commercially published programs listed in Appendix B are being implemented in secondary schools in the state of Washington, A further problem was to find whether implementation of new social studies programs was greater in the large high schools of Eastern or Western Washington.
Development Of An Inventory For Evaluating Sheltered Workshops In The State Of Washington, Bruce D. Howell
Development Of An Inventory For Evaluating Sheltered Workshops In The State Of Washington, Bruce D. Howell
All Master's Theses
The purposes of this investigation were two-fold: First, to provide workshop personnel with an effective, but time-saving instrument which may be used as an evaluative guide for individual sheltered workshops; second, to provide interested persons with an instrument which will point out basic requirements for a successful workshop.
The Relationship Between Social Integration, Attitude Toward School And Absenteeism, Donald A. Price
The Relationship Between Social Integration, Attitude Toward School And Absenteeism, Donald A. Price
All Master's Theses
The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between social integration, absenteeism, and attitude toward school at Frontier Junior High in Moses Lake, Washington.