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Evaluating The Spacing Effect Theory On The Instructional Effectiveness Of Semester-Length Versus Quarter-Length Introductory Computer Literacy Courses In Institutions Of Higher Learning, Emelda S. Ntinglet

Theses and Dissertations

Evaluating the Spacing Effect Theory on the Instructional Effectiveness of Semester-Length versus Quarter-Length Introductory Computer Literacy Courses in Institutions of Higher Learning. Emelda S. Ntinglet-Davis 2013: Applied Dissertation, Nova Southeastern University, Abraham S. Fischler School of Education and Human Services. ERIC Descriptors: Community College, Spacing effect, Retention, Scheduling, Education, Instructional effectiveness, Intensive format, Quarter-length format, Semester format.

This mixed research study evaluated the spacing effect theory on the academic performances of students enrolled in introductory level Computer Literacy courses by comparing course grades and mock IC3 certification exam scores in semester-length and quarter-length courses at Prince Georges Community College. The …

Quality Of Care From A Parent’S Point Of View: An Examination Of An Early Childhood Education Center Located At A Community College, Jennifer Brown

Theses and Dissertations

This applied dissertation was designed to understand parents’ views about child care and the variables that influence their decision to place their children in 5-star child-care facilities. Child care of any kind is often the first group experience children have outside the home. The first 5 years are the most important years in a child’s educational life; it sets the educational foundation for the rest of the child’s life.

The quantitative portion of this study consisted of four research questions, which assessed several sets of relationships and issues: (a) the relationship between demographic data and quality of care; (b) the …

Teacher Perceptions Of Violence Prevention Approaches And Self-Efficacy: Where Do We Go From Here?, Kristie Jo Redfering

Department of Conflict Resolution Studies Theses and Dissertations

This research project explored teachers’ beliefs of violence prevention approaches and self-efficacy. Relevant research indicates the value of violence prevention and conflict resolution education as well as the importance of teacher support of such programs. Theories of decision-making and self-efficacy provide the foundation for the variables that were examined through use of a survey instrument developed by Dr. K. King and Dr. T. Kandakai. Participants were sampled from two Florida school districts. Independent variables included teacher background and experience indicators including demographics and teaching/training experience. Dependent variables were comprised of multiple indicators of outcome value, efficacy expectation, and outcome expectation. …

Undergraduate Student Catalog 2014-2015, Nova Southeastern University

Undergraduate Programs Course Catalogs

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Student Handbook 2014-2015, Nova Southeastern University

Undergraduate Programs Course Catalogs

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2014-2015 Nova Southeastern University Undergraduate Student Catalog, Nova Southeastern University

Undergraduate Programs Course Catalogs

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Undergraduate Student Catalog 2014-2015, Nova Southeastern University

Undergraduate Programs Course Catalogs

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2013 Commencement - Master Of Science In Health Law, Employment Law, And Educational Law Degree, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Commencement Programs

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The Making Of Nova Southeastern University: A Tradition Of Innovation, 1964-2014, Julian M. Pleasants

NSU Books and Book Chapters

Nova Southeastern University is a flourishing university with a fascinating past. Arising from the shared dream of local community businessmen in Broward County, Florida, the university was chartered in 1964. At the time, it had no buildings to its name--just an empty plot of land and a dedicated group of visionary advocates.

On the fiftieth anniversary of NSU’s founding, this book tells the amazing story of what is now one of the largest not-for-profit universities in the United States. Today, Nova Southeastern University serves more than 27,000 students and has produced more than 150,000 alumni. Its main campus in Fort …

The Lli Chronicle Volume 4 Number 3, Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad College Of Law

Lifelong Learning Institute Newsletters

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2013 Commencement - Undergraduate And Graduate - College Of Health Care Sciences And College Of Nursing, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Commencement Programs

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2014 Commencement - Graduate - Abraham S. Fischler School Of Education And Center For Psychological Studies, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Commencement Programs

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2013 Commencement - Graduate - Farquhar College Of Arts And Sciences, Graduate School Of Computer And Information Sciences, Graduate School Of Humanities And Social Sciences, H. Wayne Huizenga School Of Business And Entrepreneurship, Institute For The Study Of Human Service, Health And Justice, And Oceanographic Center, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Commencement Programs

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2013 Commencement - Graduate - Abraham S. Fischler School Of Education And Center For Psychological Studies, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Commencement Programs

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2013 Commencement - Graduate - College Of Health Care Sciences, College Of Medical Sciences, College Of Optometry, College Of Pharmacy, College Of Dental Medicine And College Of Osteopathic Medicine, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Commencement Programs

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2013 Commencement - Undergraduate - Farquhar College Of Arts And Sciences, Abraham S. Fischler School Of Education, College Of Health Care Sciences, College Of Nursing And H. Wayne Huizenga School Of Business And Entrepreneurship, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Commencement Programs

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2013 Commencement - Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Commencement Programs

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12th Annual Undergraduate Student Symposium, Farquhar Honors College

Undergraduate Student Symposium

The Undergraduate Student Symposium, sponsored by the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, presents student projects through presentations, papers, and poster displays. The event serves as a “showcase” demonstrating the outstanding scholarship of undergraduate students at NSU. The Symposium is open to undergraduate students from all disciplines. Projects cover areas of student scholarship ranging from the experimental and the applied to the computational, theoretical, artistic, and literary. They are taken from class assignments as well as from independent projects. The projects do not have to be complete; presentations can represent any stage in the concept’s evolution, from proposal and literature …

The Lli Chronicle Volume 4 Number 2, Nova Southeastern University

Lifelong Learning Institute Newsletters

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Value-Based Leadership: Why Values Matter To Leaders, David B. Ross

Faculty Presentations

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Whither Goest Civility: Civility In Society And Higher Education, Robert W. Hill

Faculty Presentations

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Fischler School Of Education Catalog & Student Handbook 2013-2014, Nova Southeastern University

Fischler Postgraduate Course Catalogs

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Professors And Teaching, Robert W. Hill

Faculty Articles

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Nova Lawyer: 2012-2013 - A Year In Review, Nova Southeastern University - Shepherd Broad Law Center

Nova Lawyer

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2013-2014 Nova Southeastern University Undergraduate Student Catalog, Nova Southeastern University

Undergraduate Programs Course Catalogs

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The Shining Sun Issue 27: Winter 2013, University Lower School

University School Newsletter

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2013 Nsu Fact Book, Office Of Institutional Research

NSU Fact Book

This 21st edition of the Nova Southeastern University Fact Book reflects an expanding body of data and information that provides perspective on the university’s character, growth, and accomplishments. The 2013 Fact Book includes narrative, numeric, and graphic representation of the university, including history, characteristics, and development of the institution. Data are presented in both tabular and graphic formats to provide pertinent detail, and general trends are highlighted.

Wellness Magazine 2013 Issue, Office Of Recreation And Wellness

Wellness Magazine

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Let's Get Practical 2, Michael Simonson

Faculty Articles

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E-Books: The Future?, Michael Simonson

Faculty Articles

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