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An Examination Of Texas Agricultural Education Regarding Absence Of Diverse Students, John D. Denson May 2017

An Examination Of Texas Agricultural Education Regarding Absence Of Diverse Students, John D. Denson

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This study was designed to investigate reasons for, and issues regarding, the lack of diversity in the department of agriculture and the Future Farmers of America (FFA). Data for this research were collected, studied, and analyzed. Data were examined to identify explanations for the lack of interest in agriculture among diverse students, and the lack of interest among school administrators and teachers to encourage studies in agriculture among the diverse. The analysis of data verified the existence of a real need for more disquiet in the differences of attitudes among diverse students regarding agriculture and agriculture programs, such as FFA. …


Tech Prep: To Investigate And Develop An Analysis Of Two On-Site Visits, Sandra C. Birchfield May 1994

Tech Prep: To Investigate And Develop An Analysis Of Two On-Site Visits, Sandra C. Birchfield

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There was no educational plan that served as a comprehensive model to more adequately prepare students for economic success as defined by securing and retaining employment in existing and prospective business settings. Tech Prep Professionals were asked questions on existing programs to investigate and develop an analysis of two on-site visits. The research questions were as follows: (1) What components comprised other Tech Prep Programs? (2) What differences and commonalties existed in the Tech Prep programs? (3) What impact, if any, did the demographics of the region have on the existing Tech Prep programs? (4) What procedures were followed in …


Vocational Administrators’ And Business Leaders’ Perceptions Of Vocational Education In Tennessee, George E. Bell May 1986

Vocational Administrators’ And Business Leaders’ Perceptions Of Vocational Education In Tennessee, George E. Bell

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The purpose of this study was to determine if differences existed between vocational administrators' perceptions of vocational education with business and industry leaders' perceptions in Tennessee. The investigator's concern in this study was to determine the extent of differences between vocational administrators' perceptions of vocational education and perceptions of business and industry leaders in Tennessee. Forty-nine hypotheses were formulated to be tested at the .05 level of significance. The Business Industry Survey used was developed and validated by Walter H. Timm. The survey format was designed to allow responses to the importance and level of knowledge for certain identified Industrial …