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9 O’Clock Scholar: An Educational Film Depicting The Major Activities During A Day In A First-Grade Classroom, Llewella Davies

All Master's Theses

This study was made to show how to plan and produce a film appropriate for informing lay citizens, parents, prospective teachers, and educators about the nature of instructional activities (learning experiences) in a modern first grade classroom.

Establishing An Integrated Instructional Materials Service, Elsie Eggebroten Tompkins

All Master's Theses

This study attempted to discover if Washington school administrators believed it would be helpful to integrate library, textbook, and audio-visual materials into one instructional materials service. The three aspects of the problem to be explored were (1) the feasibility of the proposed service in actual schools in Washington, (2) the qualifications thought necessary for the director of such an integrated service, and (3) the degree to which our schools already approached an integrated instructional materials service.

Integrating The Teaching Of Art Appreciation With Creative Activities In The High School, John G. Naasz

Graduate Student Research Papers

Practical agreement exists in regard to fundamental objectives in art education. It has long been realized that the teaching of appreciation meets one of the objectives of art education, but there are many theories as to how it should be taught. Very few art teachers really understand and use the most important theories of educational philosophy and psychology. This study intended to show that there has been a great change in the teaching of art and appreciation since its introduction into this country. Another purpose was to review past and present beliefs and theories of teaching appreciation and arrive at …

A Study Of The Substitute Teacher Program, Robert Ward Salisbury

Graduate Student Research Papers

Substitute teaching is an area of tremendous importance in every school system. It is estimated that there is an average daily absence of 10 per cent among regular faculty members. If the substitute teaching program is ineffective, this means that 10 per cent of all classes and class time is wasted. It is essential that a school system have an effective program to provide for the absences of regular teachers so that there will be no appreciable loss in the educational program.

A Guide To Planning And Equipping A Local Production Laboratory, Carl E. Tingelstad

Graduate Student Research Papers

The problem was: What factors should be considered in planning and equipping a local production laboratory to become an integral part of a large school district instructional materials center.

Utilizing Educational Television In The Elementary Curriculum, Melvin Lee Beauchamp

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this study was (1) to review current literature on educational television and the progress being made and (2) to establish ways of utilizing this media in the elementary curriculum.

The Principal's Role As A Curriculum Leader, Richard Allen Cash

Graduate Student Research Papers

This paper will attempt to (1) explore the principal's emerging role as a leader in curriculum development, (2) report ways the principal may bring about desired changes in the curriculum, and (3) identify problems having to do with the effect of social influences and cultural patterns upon curriculum improvement.

Ability Grouping In English Classes Of The Secondary Schools: A Survey With Emphasis On Students Of Low And Superior Abilities, Jane Lorraine Gruver

Graduate Student Research Papers

This paper will discuss ability grouping, particularly as applied to the English classes of the secondary school. Special attention will be given to plans recognizing the student of low ability as well as to courses especially evolved for the gifted student. Although guidance and counseling are associated with grouping, they will not enter into the scope of this paper except incidentally.

A Comparison In Scholastic Attainment Of The Athlete And Non-Athlete At Edmonds Junior High, Kenneth Edward Sturm

All Master's Theses

This study was an attempt to shed more light on scholastic attainment of athletes in the junior high school. The purpose was not to justify the inclusion or exclusion of interscholastic sports in the junior high school, only to determine what effect these sports have on an individual’s grades.

A Survey Of Foreign Relations Emphasis In The Secondary Schools Of Clark County, Washington, Jess Vern Frost

All Master's Theses

This study attempted to determine the extent and nature of foreign relations education being given students in the Clark County, Washington, secondary schools. Eight areas centering around contemporary world history, geography, and problems courses were examined.

An Analysis Of Certain Problems In Using Television In The Henrico County Schools, Anne Morton Fitzgerald

Master's Theses

The developments that have taken place and are continuing to develop both on national and local levels justify an analysis to ascertain whether educational television may be used as a means of supplementing effectively the educational program of Henrico County.

It is the purpose of this study (1) to secure information on the effect of educational television, (2) to secure information on the problems of scheduling and using staff and facilities. and (3) to determine what types of learning activity lend themselves best to television.

An Investigation Of The Use Of Television To Improve School-Community Relations, Don Erwin Patterson

Graduate Student Research Papers

It was the purpose of this study (1) to determine how school-public relations could be improved through the use of commerclal television and (2) to suggest a program of action.

A Study Of Outdoor Education In America, Vernon T. Reis

Graduate Student Research Papers

It was the purpose of this study to (1) explore the philosophy and historical background of Outdoor Education in the United States, (2) point out its importance to our present society, (3) show its relationship to learning and curriculum, and (4) cite its values.

A Study Of Design And Structural Considerations In Planning Secondary School Science Classrooms, Ellis Eugene Wells

Graduate Student Research Papers

It was the purpose of this paper to present a survey of present day thinking on the design and construction of secondary school classrooms and to point out many features that have won general acceptance as being educationally desirable and financially feasible.

The Influence Of Pressure Groups Upon Curriculum Development, Donald K. Ellis

Graduate Student Research Papers

The purpose of this research was to locate and present information that would indicate (1) the purposes of pressure and special interest groups, (2) the effect or effects that such groups had on curriculum development, (3) the techniques utilized by these groups to influence the curriculum, and (4) the methods educators should use to place the interests of pressure and special interest groups in proper perspective.

The Inkwell, Armstrong State University

The Inkwell

No abstract provided.

General Education, Milo A. Rediger

Milo Rediger Writings & Addresses

No abstract provided.

Taylor University Bulletin "The Alumnus" (June 1961), Taylor University

Taylor University Bulletin (1912-1963)

The June 1961 edition of The Taylor Bulletin “The Alumnus”, published by Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

General Academic Catalog (1961-1962, 1962-1963), University Of Omaha

Undergraduate Catalogs

The general catalog for the academic years 1961-1962 and 1962-1963.

The Inkwell, Armstrong State University

The Inkwell

No abstract provided.

Design In Industrial Arts, James C. Warren

Plan B Papers

Many teachers of industrial arts have emphasized the industrial phase of industrial arts and have tended to neglect the art element in designing articles. Projects used in industrial arts should not only be strong and durable in construction, but they should also be pleasing to look at and modern in designo It should be understood that the project in the field of indus-trial arts is not the end product but is rather a means, a technique, or a method of teaching the basic understandings, information, and processes concerning industry. However, even though the project is not the end result, this …

Spectrum 1961, Students Of Risd, Risd Archives

All Student Newspapers

Spectrum was a publication released in the early 1950s by the undergraduate students at Rhode Island School of Design. This issue from 1961 contains artwork by RISD students, including photographs, drawings, paintings, woodcuts and art in other media. Contributors include Lois Goodwin, Samuel Otis, Bruce Bacon, David Bumbeck, Victoria Roman, Bette Young, Allan Peterson, Francisco Baron, Warren Hall, John Coughlin, Eugene Beck, Anthony Thompson, William Catlin, Michael Ashcraft, Jan Wampler, and Ronald Arnholm.

An Analysis Of The Differential Responses Of A Group Of Nursery School Children To A Variety Of Musical Presentations, Eva Louise Godfrey

All Graduate Theses and Dissertations, Spring 1920 to Summer 2023

The problem of what kinds of music provide the most meaning for the young child has long been a concern of the author. It arises not only out of close experience with young children, but also out of a concern for the responsibility of providing them with meaningful aesthetic experiences. From this background of experience the problem is not purely an academic one. Its first and ultimate concern is an experiential one. Because it arises out of this particular background, the analysis of the problem and its study is less concerned with academic and scientific validity than might otherwise have …

The Echo: April 28, 1961, Taylor University

1960-1961 (Volume 43)

Presentation Of ‘J.B.’ Initiates Fine Arts Festival May 4-7 – Collegiate Press Elects Terhune, Acclaims ‘Marti’ – Thank You, Mr. President… Prexy Discusses New Site; Reviews Fund Campaign, College Financial Condition – Three New Faculty Members Instruct Music, Greek, Christian Ed., English – But The Handbook Says… – Noted Theologians Discuss Topic, ‘How God Speaks To Man,’ At Forum – ‘Springtime Reverie’ Features Fashion Parade – Chi Alpha Omega Inducts Twelve Seniors May 15 – As We See It… Take An Objective Look – Choose A Homecoming Theme – Voyage Around World In Offing For Summer – Marti Line – …

Volume 80, Number 27, April 28, 1961, Lawrence University

The Lawrentian

No abstract provided.

The Ursinus Weekly, April 10, 1961, John Swinton, Robin L. Stevenson, John B. Piston, Gerald Morita, Carol Taney, Ruth Fatscher

Ursinus Weekly Newspaper, 1902-1978

Morita represents Ursinus at Peace Corps conference • Cressman, Nelson vie for YWCA prexy post • Dr. McClure's portrait on exhibit in Library • Dr. Gilmer speaks to psych forum tonight in Pfahler • MSGA warns campus cut-ups; Pranks cause local discontent: Sandercock discusses townsfolk's complaints; Activities Committee donates rec room funds • Ferrell, Sheese head slate of WAA officers • Four co-eds seek office as WSGA president • Five IRC members join in Model UN Assembly • Editorial: What the Weekly says • Ursinus in the past • From Bach to Dixie • Letters to the editor • Chapel …

Annual Reports Of The President, 1961, Harold Schaughency

Annual Reports of the President

No abstract provided.

The Inkwell, Armstrong State University

The Inkwell

No abstract provided.

“Improving Instruction In The Secondary School: Using The Disciplines To Produce A Liberal Education", Fred Theodore Wilhelms

Special Collections: Oregon Public Speakers

No abstract provided.

Taylor University Bulletin "The Alumnus" "February 1961), Taylor University

Taylor University Bulletin (1912-1963)

The February 1961 edition of The Taylor Bulletin “The Alumnus”, published by Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.