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Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting December 11, 1998, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Remarks by the Chair
• Remarks by the President
• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the minutes of October 30, 1998
• Academic and Student Affairs Committee Recommendations
• Personnel Report
• Proposal re Charter Public School Academics
• Gift Report
• Personnel Report
• Lease Agreement
• Remarks by the Provost
• Public Comments
• Executive Session
• West Hills Enterprise, Inc. Gift
• West Hill Enterprise Inc. Sale
• Adjournment

Western News, Dec. 3, 1998, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: University ponders engineering proposals from two cities, School of Aviation gets $1.65 million boost for jet simulator, September awards push year-to-date grants past $8.5 million mark, Board hears report of September gifts to University and Paper Technology Foundation, WMU authors win prestigious literary prizes, Dykxhoorn elected to lead international accountants.

Reading Horizons Vol. 39, No. 2

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

Complete issue of Reading Horizons volume 39, issue 2.

Who's In Charge Here? Ownership Issues With Literature Study Guides, Marguerite Cogorno Radencich

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

This article presents a rationale and procedure for evaluating literature study guides based on Langer's model for literature study and Cambourne's conditions for learning. Guides for three books are then compared using the evaluation procedure. The evaluation of five publishers' guides shows great differences in treatments of the same books.

We Love To Read — A Collaborative Endeavor To Build The Foundation For Lifelong Readers, Marjorie S. Hertz, Kathi L. Swanson

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

This qualitative research study targeted fourth grade at-risk children in a culturally diverse elementary school in a mid-sized city in the southwestern United States. The purpose of the study was to describe the nature of social interactions within the context of tutorial sessions and to identify common characteristics of highly effective tutors in their interactions with older, at-risk readers.

Children's Literature: What's On The Horizons, Lauren Freedman

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

Lipinski, Tara. (1997) Tara Lipinski: Triumph on ice an autobiography; Dingle, Derek T. (1998) First in the field: baseball hero Jackie Robinson; Krull, Kathleen. (1996) Wilma unlimited: How Wilma Rudolph became the world's fastest woman; Horenstein, Henry. (1997) Baseball in the Barrios; Blackstone, Margaret (1998) This is figure skating; Erlbach, Arlene. (1997) Sidewalk games around the world; Lankford, Mary D. (1996) Jacks around the world; Egan, Terry, Friedman, Stan, & Levine, Mike. (1997) The good guys of baseball: Sixteen true sports stories; Cooper, Elisha. (1998) Ballpark; Ross, Kathy. (1997) Crafts for kids who are wild about... series.

Developing Young Authors: Collaborating In A Supportive Community, Carol L. Moutray, John F. Ennis

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

When a classroom provides an environment that promotes writing, students have the resources, time, and opportunity to create collaborative stories. In a third grade classroom, three girls unite to write a series of humorous stories through group negotiation and class prompting. The classroom's instructional design and its sharing, encouraging climate promoted writing.

Allocation Of Time In Reading, George H. Mcninch, Gary L. Shaffer, Patricia Campbell, Sondra Rakes

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

How teachers allocated instructional time in reading classes served as the focus of this study. Twenty teachers were observed during reading sessions to answer two research questions. For question 1, how do teachers allocate time, observations indicated that teachers used class time in the following increments: reading and responding 35.47%; listening and discussing 24.89%; waiting 8.36%; completing skill development activities 20.28%; telling, writing, and narrating 7.52%; and devoting 3.47% of the remaining instructional time to other activities. Question 2, does time allocated for reading coordinated text exceed more than 50% of the total time designated for reading instruction, answer appeared …

Online Networks In Institutions Of Higher Education: An Assessment Of Student Use, Norbaiduri Ruslan

Masters Theses

Online networks in university campuses are expected to enhance the learning process, an argument founded on the theories of Cognitive Apprenticeship, Situated Cognition, and Social Constructivism. However, the extent to which students use these networks should be a significant predictor of such benefits.

This study investigated the patterns of use of online networks in universities with a survey administered to 299 students enrolled in a random sample of undergraduate classes at Western Michigan University during the summer semester of 1998.

The findings show extensive use of email and the World Wide Web for activities that arguably benefit their education. Other …

An Examination Of Self-Efficacy In Master’S Level Counselor Trainees, Matthew G. Rushlau

Dissertations

This research is an investigation into changes in individuals’ belief of self-efficacy as they advanced through master’s-level counselor training. Differences were examined between reported levels of beliefs of self-efficacy for a group of 30 master’s students involved in counselor practicum training and 31 master’s students involved in basic counseling coursework. Participants completed the Counselor Self-Estimate Inventory (COSE) (Larson et al., 1992) at the beginning and end of an academic semester. Data generated by the COSE included an overall score on beliefs of counselor self-efficacy along with five subscale scores of various aspects of counseling, consisting of Micro-Skills, Process, Difficult Client …

The Relationship Of Reading Recovery Teachers' Efficacy To Length Of Service And School System Support, M. Louise Moon

Dissertations

Existing research results directly relate teachers’ efficacy to student outcomes and to continuing staff development and school context; however, little work has been done to investigate these relationships for Reading Recovery teachers. Reading Recovery (RR) is an early intervention program designed to assist first grade children who are having difficulty learning to read and write. This program requires ongoing staff development and an implementation plan designed to provide appropriate school context; therefore, survey data were collected from Reading Recovery teachers to study relationships between teacher efficacy and (a) their length of service in Reading Recovery and (b) support for RR …

Western News, Nov. 12, 1998, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Transferred KPH property targeted for College of Health and Human Services consolidation, WMU archaeologists pinpoint Niles site of 300- year-old; French-founded Fort St. Joseph, Asian/Pacific business lecture series starts today, University staffer says United Way 'loan' led to unexpected returns, Campus United Way campaign stays on track; surpasses goal by more than $5,000, Enhancing teaching is new director's focus.

Geosciences Newsletter- 1998, Department Of Geosciences

Geological and Environmental Sciences News

Vol. 1, No. 23

• Dear Alumni and Friends
• Faculty News
• Department News
• Donations

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting October 30, 1998, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Remarks by the Chair
• Remarks by the President
• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes of the September 18, 1998
• Authorization to Confer Degrees
• Recommendation re Honorary Degree
• Grant Report
• Departmental Name Change
• Personnel Report
• Program Revision Requests for 1999/00
• Gift Report
• Personnel Report
• Presidential Deferred Compensation
• Capital Outlay Project Requests for 1999/00
• Remarks by the Provost
• Public Comments
• Executive Session
• Adjournment

Western News, Oct. 29, 1998, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Corporate/ University partnership brings $50 million in cutting-edge CAD tools to campus engineering labs, Sky Broncos win regionals; prepare to defend title, Evaluation pair heads $2 million Detroit project, Oral history is topic of talk to library friends, Pain and evil are focus of annual Burian lecture, Callan to lecture on Joyce, Grant total starts year at $4.7 million mark, WMUK drive ends with record funds raised.

Western News, Oct. 15, 1998, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: Campus set to 'Send in the Spirit' for Homecoming, Faculty salaries top Floyd's list of legislative priorities, WMUK launches fall drive to cover program costs, High-tech research tools are anthropologist's topic, EEOC commissioner is Phi Beta Kappa speaker, University computing experts move into high gear to attack 'problem of the century' in campus offices.

The Western Michigan University Magazine, Fall 1998, Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University Magazine (1997-present)

• High-Energy Administration: Elson Floyd may be new to the presidency but he's already off and running with an ambitious to-do list.
• Reading Recovery: WMU-backed intervention program helps thousands of Michigan children improve their reading skills.
• Man with a Mission: Muggers, kidnappers and armed escorts are all in a day's work for researcher Dan Stufflebeam.
• Positive Impact: Alumnus Bill Brown, a longtime WMU supporter has been instrumental in reshaping Waldo Stadium.
• University News
• College News
• Alumni News
• Class notes
• Obituaries
• Athletic News

One First Grade Teacher's Experience With A Literature-Based Reading Series: A Look At Her First Year, Jennifer L. Altieri

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

The purpose of this study was to examine a first-grade, rural school teacher's use of a newly adopted literature-based reading series. The goal was not only to see how she used the materials but to also examine any struggles she experienced during her first year with a literature-based series. The participant/observer spent one day a week for an entire school year observing the teacher's reading class and interviewing the teacher at regular intervals. It was apparent in the interviews that this teacher had a positive attitude toward many aspects of the new series and believed that she had changed her …

Using Narrative Picture Books To Build Awareness Of Expository Text Structure, Mary C. Mcmackin

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

For many students, reading in the content areas presents quite a challenge. The transition from an emphasis on narrative texts in the lower grades to expository texts in the upper grades is not always easy. This article describes a system I use for introducing expository text structure through the use of narrative picture books. My goal is to develop an understanding of expository text structure with simple texts so that students will be able to transfer these understandings to more cognitively dense content area materials.

Reading Horizons Vol. 39, No. 1

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

Complete issue of Reading Horizons volume 39, issue 1.

From The Editor, Karen F. Thomas

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

National Reading Summit; Introduction to Reading Horizons volume 39, issue 1.

Western News, Oct. 1, 1998, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Floyd lays out vision; planning details for BOT, Student families on campus this weekend for annual Family Festival celebration activities, Nursing chair named for Lacey, Upton aide tapped for legislative affairs post, Coming Out Day marked, Africa's economic impact is visiting scholar's topic, Stoltman honored by national geography group, Day-long arts festival planned for Oct. 10.

Daddy, I Know What The Story Means — Now, I Just Need Help With The Words, William Bintz

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

This article describes a single instance of literacy learning involving the author and his two daughters, and provides a demonstration of how this literacy event can be unpacked both theoretically and practically in a way that a reflective practitioner could do. The aim of this article is to stimulate some reflective thinking and start some new conversations about what theoretical assumptions should drive reading instruction in the 21st century.

Children's Literature: What's On The Horizons, Lauren Freedman

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

Adler, David A. (1997) -Lou Gehrig: The luckiest man; Cardo, Horacio.(1998)-The story of chess; Christopher, Matt.(1998)-The dog that called the pitch.; Levine, Abby.(1998) Gretchen, groundhog. It's your day!; McCain, Becky Ray (1998) Grandmother's dreamcatcher; Rodriquez, Alex with Greg Brown (1998) Alex Rodriquez: Hit a grand slam! (1998) Sensisi, Ellen. B.-For my family, love, Allie; Spelman, Cornelia Maude (1998) Mama and Daddy Bear's Divorce (1998) Tucker, Kathy (1999)The leprechaun in the basement.

Benefits Of Literacy Field Experiences: Three Views, Kathy Everts Danielson, Wilma Kuhlman, Jarene Fluckiger

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

Three professors of literacy education reflected upon their varied field experiences with preservice teachers enrolled in their reading/language arts methods courses. After describing each field experience and discussing its impact on classroom teachers, elementary students, college students, and college professors, authors offer some general conclusions regarding literacy field experience.

The Social Contexts Of Tutoring: Mentoring The Older At-Risk Student, Jeanne B. Cobb

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

This qualitative research study targeted fourth grade at-risk children in a culturally diverse elementary school in a mid-sized city in the southwestern United States. The purpose of the study was to describe the nature of social interactions within the context of tutorial sessions and to identify common characteristics of highly-effective tutors in their interactions with older, at-risk readers.

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting September 18, 1998, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Remarks by the Chair
• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes of the July 24, 1998 Regular Meeting
• Remarks by the President
• 1999 Meeting Dates
• Academic and Student Affairs Committee Recommendations
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Approval of Definitions of Center, Institute and School
• Gift Report
• Endowed Chair for the School of Nursing
• Personnel Report
• Easement Request
• Annuity and Life Income Funds Investment Policy
• Remarks by the Provost
• Public Comments
• Executive Session

Western News, Sept. 17, 1998, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: President Floyd pledges support for faculty efforts, Federal funds for fellowships designed to boost number of math doctoral students, Sims earns top honors at piano competition, Annual ECE seminars start, Acclaimed Michigan poet to read from her work, Furniture expert to speak on 20th century design, Art camp works by visually-impaired students and their instructors on display at campus and downtown sites, Zimmer honored by fellow health professionals.

Western News, Sept. 3, 1998, Western Michigan University

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Story highlights: WMU launches partnerships with city schools Grant will increase number of minorities entering health careers, Mentors; computers to aid beginning teachers, CommUniverCity crowds expected to hit 35,000, Australian firm awards $2.9 million in software for research and set-up of campus training site, Knollwood; Discount Den properties will be acquired, Rapley to describe problem-based learning in, Sept. 17 talk to area educators and public, Wood and Haenicke Halls top list of campus construction projects making a visual impact.

Western News, Aug. 13, 1998, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: President Floyd sets his agenda with audiences around the state, Faculty and staff invited to welcome the Floyds, Paper technology gifts push 1997-98 total past $9 million mark, Faculty and staff invited to welcome the Floyds.