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2009

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Environmental Attitudes And Knowledge In Urban, Latino Youth, Jeffery Brian Chapman Jan 2009

Environmental Attitudes And Knowledge In Urban, Latino Youth, Jeffery Brian Chapman

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this thesis was to evaluate an environmental education program at the Audubon Center at Debs Park to examine if the program improved participants' knowledge and attitudes about the environment. Located just minutes from downtown Los Angeles, The Audubon Center conducts programs primarily for urban, low income, and ethnic minority children. The majority of these children are Latino.


The Use Of An Environmental Education Service Learning Project To Enhance Student Motivation In A Secondary School, Mary Frances O'Connell-Hershey Jan 2009

The Use Of An Environmental Education Service Learning Project To Enhance Student Motivation In A Secondary School, Mary Frances O'Connell-Hershey

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this project was to show any possible variations in environmental education awareness and changes in student motivation among secondary students. In this study two student cohorts from two separate classes completed assignments based on a traditional approach of education and environmental science service-learning project.


Research On Autonomous English-Learning Strategies Of American Culture And Language Students, Jing Xu Jan 2009

Research On Autonomous English-Learning Strategies Of American Culture And Language Students, Jing Xu

Theses Digitization Project

This study will serve as a guideline for adult second-language learners who want to strengthen the effectiveness of self-directed learning outcomes or develop their self-directed learning strategies. Through the understanding of learning factors, fossilized language elements, and their own learning strategies, learners will be more confident and motivated to pursue their personal second-language acquisition goals and aspirations. These strategies are designed to help Taiwanese second-language learners.


Teaching Spanish To Native Speakers, Silvia Guzman Jan 2009

Teaching Spanish To Native Speakers, Silvia Guzman

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this project is to review the literature regarding the teaching program of Spanish for Native Speakers (SNS) since 1980. The rationale for the review of the literature regarding the teaching program of Spanish for Native Speakers is to examine the curriculum, issues, motivations, innovations and studies of Foreign Language Learners and then present Ms. Guzman's perspective about the curriculum of Spanish for Native Speakers at the Secondary level.


An Exploration Of Playmaking Strategies Resulting In Youth Performance Scripts For Elementary School Audiences, Dana Marie Vazquez Jan 2009

An Exploration Of Playmaking Strategies Resulting In Youth Performance Scripts For Elementary School Audiences, Dana Marie Vazquez

Theses Digitization Project

The author has written four Meet the Masters scripts for schools in the Rim of the World school district in Lake Arrowhead, California. The goal of the performances is to employ children's theater techniques in order to teach elementary school students about an artist's life and work as well as improving learning and retention toward meeting the California State Board of Education Visual and Performing Arts content standards. The project is an important contribution to the field of Theater Education/ Theatre for Youth because it presents a method for utilizing the existing resources in a school district-middle school and and …


Shaping Our Children's Future: Perceived Self-Efficacy In A Montessori Environment, Candace Joan Andrews Jan 2009

Shaping Our Children's Future: Perceived Self-Efficacy In A Montessori Environment, Candace Joan Andrews

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to investigate the possibility that students who spend more time in a Montessori environment exhibit higher levels of self-efficacy than children who have more of their school career exposed to traditional education methods. This study used a nonprobability convenience sampling where participants were selected using a volunteer process. The sample included a total of 36 children ranging from 7th to 12th grade who volunteered to participate in this study.


A Play On Touching, Lindsay Marie Hobbs-Rodriguez Jan 2009

A Play On Touching, Lindsay Marie Hobbs-Rodriguez

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of the present study is to examine what type of mathematic program best teaches students with mental retardation how to compute basic addition facts. It was hypothesized that the Touch Math program would be used as a strategy more effectively and with greater speed by students with mental retardation when solving addition problems, than other non-Touch Math strategies. Participants include one child with the secondary diagnosis of mental retardation, as determined by her latest Individualized Education Plan (IEP).


A Critical Analysis Of L1 And L2 Composition Scholarship On Instructor Feedback, Danny Elbar Marenco Jan 2009

A Critical Analysis Of L1 And L2 Composition Scholarship On Instructor Feedback, Danny Elbar Marenco

Theses Digitization Project

This study focuses on what the scholarship indicates about students' attitudes toward instructor feedback and strategies of instructor feedback. This thesis presents a critical analysis of L1 and L2 composition scholarship instructor feedback.


Abstinence-Only Versus Comprehensive Sex Education: Which Model Is Likely To Be Supported By College Students?, Ifeanyi Casimia Alozie Jan 2009

Abstinence-Only Versus Comprehensive Sex Education: Which Model Is Likely To Be Supported By College Students?, Ifeanyi Casimia Alozie

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study is to check the accuracy as well as the validity of previous studies conducted on sex education programs in this country. This study looks at the attitudes of college students who are parents as to what method they believe can be effective in preventing teenage pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. The research question for this project is: which model of sex education (abstinence-only sex education model or comprehensive sex education model) is more likely to be accepted or supported by college students who are parents and why? And, are there reasons/factors that will influence their …


Classroom Self-Regulation And Variations In Cardiovascular Activity Predict Reading Achievement, Derek Raymond Becker Jan 2009

Classroom Self-Regulation And Variations In Cardiovascular Activity Predict Reading Achievement, Derek Raymond Becker

Theses Digitization Project

This thesis investigates if variations in cardiovascular reactivity measured during an attention eliciting stressor improved the prediction of a child's total reading achievement scores, above that accounted for by classroom self-regulation.


The Effects Of Creatine Supplementation On Exercise Performance, Nellie Carrillo Jan 2009

The Effects Of Creatine Supplementation On Exercise Performance, Nellie Carrillo

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of Creatine Monohydrate (CrM) supplementation on exercise performance and to generate a pamphlet to assist coaches and athletes with the decision to use this supplement or not to use this supplement. Athletes consume (CrM) supplements because Creatine plays an important part in the immediate energy system used for muscle contraction. The method for this project was a literature review from peer-reviewed articles.


Bilingual Kindergarteners' Emergent Views About The Functions Of Writing In The School Context, Trinidad Pendleton Jan 2009

Bilingual Kindergarteners' Emergent Views About The Functions Of Writing In The School Context, Trinidad Pendleton

Theses Digitization Project

The goal of this project was to explore bilingual kindergartener's emergent views about writing and their concepts of the functions of writing in a school setting context. This study focuses on the importance of not underestimating literacy knowledge or the intellect of English language learners. In this descriptive study, six bilingual kindergarten students, instructed in their primary language, Spanish, were asked to respond to several guided questions while and after viewing four videotaped sequences.


Teacher Perceptions Of Environmental Education: An Exploratory Assessment, Joye Charlotte Marika Cantrell Jan 2009

Teacher Perceptions Of Environmental Education: An Exploratory Assessment, Joye Charlotte Marika Cantrell

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to initiate an exploratory assessment of teacher knowledge, values, and environmental education practices at a local urban high school to gain general perception of a staff's readiness to yet embrace another teacher certification requirement.


Multiple Intelligences In The Classroom, Julia Marie Ramirez Jan 2009

Multiple Intelligences In The Classroom, Julia Marie Ramirez

Theses Digitization Project

This qualitative study was designed to examine teacher feedback concerning the application of multiple intelligence methods in their classroom. The study found the theory of multiple intelligences was being implemented throughout the curriculum and students were maintaining an evident level of engagement; in turn teachers found it to be a useful intructional method.


Elements And Skills Of Cooperative Learning For Student Learning In Physical Education, Enrique Aguilera Jan 2009

Elements And Skills Of Cooperative Learning For Student Learning In Physical Education, Enrique Aguilera

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this project was to identify and examine the elements and skills of cooperative learning for student learning in physical education. This project is intended for junior high and middle school physical education teachers who want to be informed on cooperative learning for student learning in physical education. Cooperative learning is the main topic of this study. This project searched for elements and skills in cooperative learning. The method for this project was a literature review from peer-reviewed articles.


Video Instruction For Teachers Utilizing Schoolfusion Web Design Software, Darlene Robin Pitman Jan 2009

Video Instruction For Teachers Utilizing Schoolfusion Web Design Software, Darlene Robin Pitman

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this project was to develop a method of providing ongoing support and training of teachers as they acquired the skills necessary to incorporate classroom web pages into their instruction. The importance of providing effective teacher technology training was explored and the level of learner safisfaction in utilizing short, targeted video tutorials designed for new users of SchoolFusion web design software were studied.


United States Forest Service: A Resource For California's Education And Environment Initiative, Summer Kristine Pearson Jan 2009

United States Forest Service: A Resource For California's Education And Environment Initiative, Summer Kristine Pearson

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether the employees of the U.S. Forest Service believe the Forest Service is qualifiedto act as a resource for California's Education and Environment Initiative (EEI). This study sent a survey to various recreation and resource employees about their knowledge and training in environmental themes and curriculum and evaluated whether individuals within the Forest Service view themselves as conservation or environmental educators and as resources for teachers and classrooms.


Effects Of Physical Activity On Physical Self Perception Among Middle School Students, Leonard Richard Magdaleno Jan 2009

Effects Of Physical Activity On Physical Self Perception Among Middle School Students, Leonard Richard Magdaleno

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this project was to review and identify effects of physical activity on physical self perception that can be improved through physical education.


Docent Knowledge And Attitudes Following An Environmental Education Workshop On A Local Endangered Species, Keri Frances Dearborn Jan 2009

Docent Knowledge And Attitudes Following An Environmental Education Workshop On A Local Endangered Species, Keri Frances Dearborn

Theses Digitization Project

This study considers a direct relationship between increased levels of environmental knowledge, environmentally friendly behavior, and ecoscientific attitude. If focused environmental education can increase docent knowledge of local ecosystems and wildlife issues, it may also enhance the complexity of their motivational attitude toward the environment.


How Kindergarten English Language Learners "Come To Know" Written Language, Teresa Renee Morris Jan 2009

How Kindergarten English Language Learners "Come To Know" Written Language, Teresa Renee Morris

Theses Digitization Project

This project explored some of the methods and strategies used by teachers to teach writing in the classroom. The writing development of ten kindergarten English language learners was analyzed. These students interacted in a meaningful manner with their teacher, through use of interactive dialogue journals, over the course of the school year.


Factors Influencing Middle School Students' Non-Participation In Physical Education, Pasqual Raul Chavez Jan 2009

Factors Influencing Middle School Students' Non-Participation In Physical Education, Pasqual Raul Chavez

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to find and examine common factors prior research indicated as influencing non-particitation in physical education. This study attempts to uncover instructional strategies that physical educators may employ to reduce levels of student non-participation in physical education.


Why Can't Kids Be Kids Anymore: The Impact Of Parental Obsession In Youth Sport, Elissia Annette Magana Jan 2009

Why Can't Kids Be Kids Anymore: The Impact Of Parental Obsession In Youth Sport, Elissia Annette Magana

Theses Digitization Project

This paper reviews the literature, analyzes factors that influence a child's enjoyment in sport, and discusses strategies that can be used by parents to create a more fun experience for children in sport. The literature discusses three main factors that affect a child's participation in athletics: 1. Parental pressure; 2. Readiness in sport ; and 3. Verbal comments.


Is Public Education Preparing Learning Disabled To Succeed At The College Level?, John Fermin Ramirez Jan 2009

Is Public Education Preparing Learning Disabled To Succeed At The College Level?, John Fermin Ramirez

Theses Digitization Project

This study will use a qualitative and quantitative methodology to investigate and analyze if special education departments of school districts and universities are following the federal law in preparing students with learning disabilities to succeed in college. Research indicates universities are not complying with the federal mandates for learning disabled students. This research project will investigate whether or not some school districts and universities are implementing programs consistent with federal law.


The Efficacy Of The Use Of Inquiry Computer Simulation To Generate Understanding And A Positive Attitude Toward The Nature Of Science In Seventh Grade Students, Eleanor Maria Ruiz Jan 2009

The Efficacy Of The Use Of Inquiry Computer Simulation To Generate Understanding And A Positive Attitude Toward The Nature Of Science In Seventh Grade Students, Eleanor Maria Ruiz

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of the use of two different modes of instruction, standardized versus computer simulation on the understanding of the nature of science and attitudes toward science in seventh grade students.


Effective Classroom Management Skills In Physical Education For Student Participation, Bethel Lisa Trice Jan 2009

Effective Classroom Management Skills In Physical Education For Student Participation, Bethel Lisa Trice

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this project was to review effective classroom management skills in physical education that can improve student participation at the secondary level excluding college.


Technology Use In Coachella Valley: A Report On Development Of A Community Through Technology Use, Shohreh Esfandiari Jan 2009

Technology Use In Coachella Valley: A Report On Development Of A Community Through Technology Use, Shohreh Esfandiari

Theses Digitization Project

This project examines the use of technology as a vehicle for bringing training and help to migrant agricultural workers, specifically women and their children in the rural areas of Coachella Valley. The project observes use of technology by governmental and nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life style of women who are among the poorest social class in rural United States. To gather the needed data for this project, two primary methods of collection were used: participant observant and interview surveys. In this project the groups, organizations and their members were used as the principal participant/respondents.


Theater: A Mission, Angela Marie Sanicola Jan 2009

Theater: A Mission, Angela Marie Sanicola

Theses Digitization Project

This project is designed with the specific goal of developing an intensely, realistic theater program for a target audience of young adults. The thesis will take the reader on a journey of development from page to stage with the transformation of John Bunyan's classic book Pilgrim's Progress.