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The Effects Of Technology Education On Science Achievement, Jessica L. Filosa
The Effects Of Technology Education On Science Achievement, Jessica L. Filosa
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The problem of this study was to determine the effect of technology education units on science achievement of third graders. To solve this problem, the following hypotheses were tested: 1) Within a third grade classroom, technology education units of instruction will affect students' achievement on the Science Tests For Higher Standards more than non-participants in such instruction. 2)Within a third grade classroom, technology education units of instruction will affect students' achievement on the Science Standards of Learning more than non-participants in such instruction.
Teacher Factors That Influence Student Achievement: A Study Of Third And Fifth Grade Teachers, Jewelle L. Harmon
Teacher Factors That Influence Student Achievement: A Study Of Third And Fifth Grade Teachers, Jewelle L. Harmon
Psychology Theses & Dissertations
Student achievement is of the highest concern for the government, educational administrators and parents. Researchers have looked at several possible student factors that affect student achievement. However, very little research has been done on teacher factors and their relationship with student achievement. The current study looked at the relationships among teacher absence, teacher job satisfaction, work-family conflict, family/work conflict, teachers' attitudes towards achievement measures, and their correlation with Virginia's standardized measure of student achievement; the Standards of Learning (SOLs). District differences in student achievement were also examined. Three school districts in southeastern Virginia accepted the invitation to participate. …
Correlation Between Sol Scores And Personal Computer Ownership With Internet Access, Christy Yaple
Correlation Between Sol Scores And Personal Computer Ownership With Internet Access, Christy Yaple
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
This study was used to gain information about the success of underrepresented high school students with regard to SOL scores and having a personal computer with internet access. The following hypothesis was developed to guide this study: Magna Vista High School Educational Talent Search students having a personal computer with internet access will have a higher pass rate on Virginia Standards of Learning mathematics tests.
Project Update-Technology Education-And The Impacts On Virginia Standards Of Learning Achievement, Doyle L. James
Project Update-Technology Education-And The Impacts On Virginia Standards Of Learning Achievement, Doyle L. James
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The problem of this study was to compare the Virginia SOL scores of a group of fourth grade students at Cooper Elementary School who had project UPDATE education in design and technology compared to fourth grade students who did not receive the education.
Integration Of Sol's Into The Marketing Curriculum In The City Of Portsmouth, Felicia Jernigan Scales
Integration Of Sol's Into The Marketing Curriculum In The City Of Portsmouth, Felicia Jernigan Scales
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
To answer this problem, the following goals were developed: 1) to determine if SOL's are used in the current Marketing curriculum; 2) to determine the impact SOL's have on Marketing Teachers' instructional practices; 3) to highlight teaching methods and strategies utilized to implement the SOL's by marketing teachers in the Portsmouth Public School system.
Effect Of Scheduling Methods On Student Scores On The Standards Of Learning Assessment In High Schools In Russell County., Elizabeth Tiller
Effect Of Scheduling Methods On Student Scores On The Standards Of Learning Assessment In High Schools In Russell County., Elizabeth Tiller
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The goals of this study were to answer the following questions: 1. What are the advantages and disadvantages of a seven period day schedule on Standards of Learning scores? 2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of block scheduling on Standards of Learning scores? 3. What impacts does block scheduling have on math, science, english and history standards of learning scores? What scheduling method is recommended for Russell County to seek to improve its student's scores on the standards of learning tests?
The Willingness Of Technology Teachers To Support The Standards Of Learning (Sol) Objectives, James W. Lambert
The Willingness Of Technology Teachers To Support The Standards Of Learning (Sol) Objectives, James W. Lambert
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
To answer this problem the following goals were developed: 1. Determine whether technology teachers were willing to establish a goal of improving SOL competency scores both locally and regionally? 2. Determine if teachers stress the competencies identified in the Technology Education Course Competencies Related to Academic Standards of Learning publication in support of the program objectives at their schools? 3. Make recommendations on how teachers can better support the teaching of academic SOL through technology education
An Assessment Of Past Nasa Program Sponsored Pre-Service And In-Service Teachers To Determine The Impact Of Their Training And Preparation For The Computer Technology Standards Of Learning For Virginia Public School Educators, Lloyd B. Evans
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
To assist in solving these problems, the following objectives have been established: 1. To measure how well prepared the pre-service teachers are to use and teach instructional computer technology; 2. To measure in-service teachers' computer technology skills; 3. Assess teachers' integration of computer technology into the core curriculum; 4. Conduct a diminutive program evaluation of NASA computer technology education programs.