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

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

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 …

The Contribution Of Selected Cognitive And Noncognitive Variables To The Academic Success Of Medical Technology Students, Mildred Keels Fuller

Health Services Research Dissertations

The research problem for this study assessed the relationship of cognitive and noncognitive variables to the academic success of African-American versus Caucasian medical technology students attending traditionally black institutions versus majority institutions. Academic success was defined as cumulative grade point average, cumulative clinical practica grades, and graduation status. The cognitive variable was the preclinical cumulative grade point average, and the noncognitive variables were the noncognitive subscale scores.

Seventy-five senior medical technology students provided demographic data, and completed the Noncognitive Questionnaire (Tracey & Sedlacek, 1984) that assessed eight noncognitive dimensions: positive self-concept; realistic self-appraisal: understands and deals with racism; prefers long-range …

Applied Science: Integrating Science And Vocational Education For Students With Mild Disabilities And Students Without Disabilities, Maurene R. Fink

All Graduate Projects

The study addresses the educational needs of students with disabilities and students without disabilities in the vocational and scientific fields while meeting the business community's needs for skilled employees. The project allows students to receive the advanced science credit as well as prepare students transitioning directly from school to work. Interviews of employers indicated that current educational systems do not adequately address the needs of the business community. Bellingham businesses are eager to participate with Bellingham High School in cooperative education programs.

A Model Diversified Occupations Curriculum And Instructional Program Designed For Special Needs Students In Snohomish School District #201, Beth C. Vanderveen

All Graduate Projects

The purpose of this project was to develop a Model Diversified Occupations Curriculum and Instructional Program designed specifically for special needs students in Snohomish School District #201, Snohomish, Washington. To accomplish this purpose, current research and literature concerned with serving special needs students in diversified occupations programs were reviewed. Additionally, unit overviews, student learning objectives, performance criteria, learning activities, teaching strategies, and instructional materials were adapted and developed.

A Study To Determine A New Paradigm For Paramedic Education In San Bernardino County, James Robert Holbrook

Theses Digitization Project

This study was designed to determine if a need exists to teach decision making skills to paramedic students in San Bernardino County.

A Comprehensive Model For A Transition Program To Be Used With Persons With Disabilities, Daniel R. Achatz

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

An Analysis Of Regional Occupational Programs That Offer Academic Credit, College Articulation, State Licensing, And Apprenticeship Training Credit, Joseph Shaw

Theses Digitization Project

This study survey all ROP's in the State. It determined the degree to which the ROP's were meeting the changing need for enhancing and utilization vocation educational programs to meet the mandates of ̲S̲ec̲oṉḏ ṯ̲o Ṉ̲oṉ̲e.

The Development Of A Motivational Model For Enhancing Accomodations Of At-Risk Learners In Vocational Education Programs, Ronald Frederic Edwards

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

The Cognitive Connection: Contextual Learning Through The Integration Of Community College Vocational And Academic Curricula, Richard Betancourt

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

Rop Instructors' Perceptions Of California Education Code Section 44910, Douglas Wilson

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

A Study To Assess The Post-Treatment Effectiveness Of Pedagogical Instruction For Union Apprenticeship Instructors, James Giblin Cregg, Joseph English

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.

Determining The Role Of Continuing Education In The Inland Empire's Business And Industry, Donna Joy Boyd

Theses Digitization Project

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Managerial Perceptions Of Training Provided For Entry-Level Management Trainees, Dale Leroy Sullivan

Theses Digitization Project

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Kaleidoscope: Integrating A Third Grade Curriculum Through The Use Of Theme Studies, Bonnie Jean Triepke

Theses Digitization Project

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The Impact Of Background Variables On The Philosophical Transition Of Vocational Teachers, Charles Henry Stark

Theses Digitization Project

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A Study Of Factors Related To The Integration Of Vocational And Academic Curricula In Selected California Counties, Yi-Chuan Wu

Theses Digitization Project

No abstract provided.