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A Survey Of Elementary School Technology Needs: A Needs Assessment, Shaun Kellogg
A Survey Of Elementary School Technology Needs: A Needs Assessment, Shaun Kellogg
Masters Theses
Given the potential of technology to enhance teaching and learning, there is little surprise that schools have been investing in technology. Unfortunately, technology has been and continues to be an expensive and ongoing investment. Recent federal mandates and public demand have led to increasing pressures on schools to show results and to justify such heavy expenses as technology. Sandy Grove Elementary has followed national trends in its recognition of technology's potential, its increasing investment, and its need to justify this expense with hard evidence. Sandy Grove is still in the early stages of its evaluation process and currently there is …
Escuela Nueva: New Possibilities For Primary Schooling In Rural Uganda, Yvette Prinsloo Franklin
Escuela Nueva: New Possibilities For Primary Schooling In Rural Uganda, Yvette Prinsloo Franklin
Masters Theses
This text explored the educational possibilities of the implementation of Escuela Nueva, a contemporary progressive educational school model developed in Latin America. The proposed primary school in rural Uganda creates a situation to evaluate the need for theoretical change, from traditional to progressive pedagogy; to assess power issues, such as role of the teacher; to assess the issues of social justice and promotion of social justice, such as access to quality education; and finally critical reflection on identity. This evaluation has attempted to express the need for a primary school that empowers its students with knowledge, develops a community …
Effectiveness Of Improving Performance With The Bigger Faster Stronger In-Season Training Program, Alicia D. Crelinsten
Effectiveness Of Improving Performance With The Bigger Faster Stronger In-Season Training Program, Alicia D. Crelinsten
Masters Theses
This study investigated the effectiveness of improving performance of adolescents with the in-season Bigger Faster Stronger (BFS) program. Thirty seven high school athletes were divided into three groups; BFS (n=l4 ), traditional weight training (n= l0), and control (n= 13 ). Each participant went through a battery of seven performance pre-tests and post-tests ( estimated 1 ORM incline bench, broad jump, one minute sit-up test, t-test, line drill, 40 yard sprint, 1.5 mile run). Following the pre-testing, the control group continued to participate in their sport. The BFS group participated in the in-season BFS program (30 minute supervised session consisting …
Impacts Of An Environmental Education Program On Participants’ Environmental Behaviors, Carolyn D. Reilly Sheehan
Impacts Of An Environmental Education Program On Participants’ Environmental Behaviors, Carolyn D. Reilly Sheehan
Masters Theses
Environmental issues are at the forefront of public scientific inquiry. There is a pressing need to change the way we do things in order to reduce the human impact on the environment (Brower, 1999; Bierbaum, 2007). Environmental education is one key for implementing change (Disinger, 1982). Ijams Nature Center’s “Living Clean & Green!” program was developed with this goal in mind (P. Beute, personal communication, September 11, 2007). Ajzen’s (1991) Theory of Planned Behavior and Hines, Hungerford, and Tomera’s (1987) model of Responsible Environmental Behavior were used in this study to determine if behavior change occurred among adult participants of …
The Benefits Of Integrating Math Content Into The Elementary Art Curriculum, Valerie C. Sigmon
The Benefits Of Integrating Math Content Into The Elementary Art Curriculum, Valerie C. Sigmon
Masters Theses
School accountability has become critical under the No Child Left Behind Act. As struggling schools strive to reach mandated proficiency levels, is it possible for an art teacher to contribute toward students‟ success by integrating math content into art lessons? This study attempts to show that without schedule changes, additional funding, or added training, an art teacher can support the efforts of classroom teachers as evidenced by increased scores on standardized math tests. The research used a Non-Equivalent Groups Design and examined pre-test and post-test scores for two groups of students. The population for this study is 3,800 elementary school …
How Does The Living-Learning Environment Affect Honors Students’ Perception Of Self, Others, And The Institution?, Janaan Mary Decker
How Does The Living-Learning Environment Affect Honors Students’ Perception Of Self, Others, And The Institution?, Janaan Mary Decker
Masters Theses
Research supports a positive relationship between living-learning communities and students’ academic accomplishments and personal development. Successful communities reflect the institution’s mission, and the institution’s purpose and goals are adapted for the student population the communities serve. Living learning communities provide a sense of belonging, which is critical for students to persist in college to realize their full personal and academic potential. With limited research concerning living-learning communities and honors students, it is difficult to determine which characteristics of living-learning communities positively affect honors students. This document examines the relationship between the living-learning community (Niemeyer Living Center) and honors students at …
An Evaluation Of The Challenge Day Program, Deborah S. Higgins
An Evaluation Of The Challenge Day Program, Deborah S. Higgins
Masters Theses
This research is an evaluation of the Challenge Day anti-bullying program conducted in four Kalamazoo County schools. An analysis was conducted of survey data collected as part of the Challenge Day intervention. T-test comparisons of means were prepared for pre-test and post-test survey responses. This was done for each school that participated in the program: Vicksburg Middle School, Vicksburg High School, Parchment Middle School, and Parchment High School. Changes were noted as either positive (an increase in positive behaviors, attitudes, perceptions or a decrease in negative behaviors, attitudes, perceptions) or negative (a decrease in positive behaviors, attitudes, perceptions or an …
Barriers Faced By Hispanic Women In Higher Education Institutions In The State Of Illinois, Zoraida Irizarry
Barriers Faced By Hispanic Women In Higher Education Institutions In The State Of Illinois, Zoraida Irizarry
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
Latino Student Perceptions Of Trio/Sss Program Effectiveness At Eastern Illinois University, Kristin K. Flores
Latino Student Perceptions Of Trio/Sss Program Effectiveness At Eastern Illinois University, Kristin K. Flores
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
A Look At The Relationship Between Underage Student Drinking Rates And Student Involvement Rates, Kathryn A. Tomlinson
A Look At The Relationship Between Underage Student Drinking Rates And Student Involvement Rates, Kathryn A. Tomlinson
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
Factors Affecting Resident Assistant Burnout At Eastern Illinois University, Lindsay A. Gustin
Factors Affecting Resident Assistant Burnout At Eastern Illinois University, Lindsay A. Gustin
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
Searching For A Connection: Internet Communication And Mobile Phone Use For Social Membership, Cathy Marie Quast Sowa
Searching For A Connection: Internet Communication And Mobile Phone Use For Social Membership, Cathy Marie Quast Sowa
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
The Career Services Department: Assessing Preparedness, Confidence, And Knowledge Among Lake Land College Students, Teri Lynn Atkinson
The Career Services Department: Assessing Preparedness, Confidence, And Knowledge Among Lake Land College Students, Teri Lynn Atkinson
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
A Qualitatively Grounded Curriculum For Western International Student Orientation To Chinese Higher Education, Lin Yi
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
An Exploration Of The Perception Of Collective Identity Threat Among Muslim Students In Higher Education, Donna Vitale
An Exploration Of The Perception Of Collective Identity Threat Among Muslim Students In Higher Education, Donna Vitale
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
Student Spiritual Development Associated With Fraternity Affiliation, Jason B. Goldfarb
Student Spiritual Development Associated With Fraternity Affiliation, Jason B. Goldfarb
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
Psychosocial Adjustment Of International Students At A Midwestern Illinois University, Shilpa Maheshwari
Psychosocial Adjustment Of International Students At A Midwestern Illinois University, Shilpa Maheshwari
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
Female And Male Student Leadership Characteristics: Differences & Similarities, Amber Mishala Shaverdi
Female And Male Student Leadership Characteristics: Differences & Similarities, Amber Mishala Shaverdi
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
Graduate Recruitment At A Midsized Midwestern University, Sharese N. Shannon
Graduate Recruitment At A Midsized Midwestern University, Sharese N. Shannon
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
A Study Of An Online Adaptation Of An Off Campus Adult Student Survey, Benjamin J. Stenson
A Study Of An Online Adaptation Of An Off Campus Adult Student Survey, Benjamin J. Stenson
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
Career Vs. Marriage: Perceptions Of Professional Black Women Employed In Higher Education, Temetria D. Hargett
Career Vs. Marriage: Perceptions Of Professional Black Women Employed In Higher Education, Temetria D. Hargett
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.