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Fall 1990, Nsu Oceanographic Center

Currents

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A Dsm-Iii-R Study Of Computer Addiction Among Iowa Computer Users, Randy Young

CCAC Theses and Dissertations

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A Personalized Developmental Model For The Teaching Of Communications I, Miriam F. Word

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive

The target group for this practicum was 17 community college students. The problem for this practicum is that many students are unable to communicate through writing due to a lack of ability to stay on task or grasp the writing process, resulting in low final grade scores for those students. The solution strategy, a unique approach entitled "Type" Writing," involved pre- and post-surveys with classroom methods and writing assignments keyed to the learning types of the students as identified using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator. The students who completed the program experienced improved writing skill growth as shown by pre- and …

Supporting First Graders’ Growth As Writers Through Whole-Language Strategies, Diana Deshazo Hyde

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive

This practicum sought to increase the opportunities first-grade students have to write for real, human reasons and in natural circumstances. They were to use writing as a natural and acceptable outlet for expression and to conceive their writing as an extension of themselves.

This practicum sought to increase the opportunities first-grade students have to write for real, human reasons and in natural circumstances. They were to use writing as a natural and acceptable outlet for expression and to conceive their writing as an extension of themselves.Each day, a name was drawn to take home a stuffed bear which served as …

Training A Management Team In Cooperative Grant Writing In A Christian Residential Treatment Program For Behaviorally And/Or Emotionally Disturbed Youth Ages 10-18, Jeannie Volker

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive

Because of a significant reduction in income from one funding source, it became necessary for the child care agency to look for other sources of income. By expanding the funding base, the child care agency would improve their financial stability and program longevity.

The author found grants to be a good source of income available to not-for-profit corporations. Grant funds would be an additional funding base for the child care agency, although grant applications seemed complicated. Literature encouraged agency staff to write their own proposals and comment language.

A grant application was submitted to the agency for funding as the …

Nurturing Children’S Literacy Through The Establishment Of A Community-Funded Preschool Lending Library And An In-Home Family Reading Program, Susan Fay Ryan

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive

The writer designed the practicum to solve the problem as stated. Preschoolers attending a weekly full-time daycare program needed more exposure to children's literature in order for their literacy development to be properly nourished. The first goal sought to ensure that books and literacy experiences become more available for children off-site at the preschool. The second goal centered around increasing individualized reading nurturing time for children in their homes by providing families with opportunities for shared reading experiences. A third goal aimed toward involving the community in assisting with preschoolers' literacy development.

To solve the problem, the writer/practitioner solicited the …

Computer Education For Teachers Of Young Children: A Developmentally-Based Training Module, Dale Shipley

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive

This practicum was designed to solve a problem related to the provision of a computer training component for students enrolled in an early childhood education teacher training program. Increasing pressures on graduates of the training program to integrate computers and educational software into programs for young children, as well as the students' interest in developing computer skills specifically related to early childhood education, made it necessary to design a computer training module which could be integrated into existing classroom hours in a tightly scheduled training program.

The writer surveyed the students in the training program in order to determine previous …

Friedt School Of Business And Entrepreneurship Schedule Of Classes Block Ii- 1990- Block I- 1991, Nova University

Huizenga Postgraduate Course Catalogs

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Friedt School Catalog 1990-1991, Nova University

Huizenga Postgraduate Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Master Of Business Administration For Career Managers In The Private Sector, Nova University

Huizenga Postgraduate Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Master Of Business Administration Degree For Career Managers In The Private Sector, Nova University

Huizenga Postgraduate Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Master Of Science In Health Service Administration For Working Adult Professionals, Nova University

Huizenga Postgraduate Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Masters Of Science In Human Services A Management Program For Human Services Professionals, Nova University

Huizenga Postgraduate Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Friedt School Of Business And Entrepreneurship Schedule Of Classes Block Iii 1990- Block Ii- 1991, Nova University

Huizenga Postgraduate Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Friedt School Of Business And Entrepreneurship Block I-9 Thru Block Iv-90 Schedule Of Classes, Nova University

Huizenga Postgraduate Course Catalogs

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The Ed.D. Program In Child And Youth Studies 1990, Nova University

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice College Archive

No abstract provided.

Nova University Programs For Higher Education 1990-1991, Nova University

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice College Archive

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Nova University Programs In Child And Youth Studies 1990–1991, Nova University

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice College Archive

No abstract provided.

Hospital Liability In View Of Insinga V. Labella: No Relief In Sight, Leslie H. Friedland

Nova Law Review

During the past five decades, the health care industry in the United States has undergone a great transformation as liability and the respective responsibilities of health care providers have been shifted and reapportioned.

Prospective Abuse And Neglect - The Termination Of Parental Rights, Lori Susan Weiss

Nova Law Review

Immediately after his December 1985 birth, a newborn baby boy, W.L.P., was taken from his parents, through a Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services (hereinafter HRS) proceeding.

Center For Psychological Studies 1990-1991, Nova University

College of Psychological Services / College of Psychology Postgraduate Student and Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Substance Abuse Studies Certificate Program, Nova University

College of Psychological Services / College of Psychology Postgraduate Student and Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Master Of Science In Mental Health Counseling, Nova University

College of Psychological Services / College of Psychology Postgraduate Student and Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Doctoral Programs In Clinical Psychology Policies And Procedures Handbook 1990-1991, Nova University

College of Psychological Services / College of Psychology Postgraduate Student and Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Science, Hope And Kindness In Psyoanalytic Therapy And Psychotherapy Of Schizophrenia: The Treatment Of Choice 1990, Nova University

College of Psychological Services / College of Psychology Postgraduate Student and Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Development Of A Staff Training Program In A Residential Treatment Center For Abused And Neglected Children Ages, Allen F. Nelson

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive

Because no effective staff Training program existed at the residential treatment center to  on issues of severe behavioral management, legal requirements in disciplining residents and emergency procedures, the treatment center and the staff are at risk of legal action should an inappropriate incident occur.

The author developed and conducted a series of five training sessions, which has resulted In the adoption of these sessions into the ongoing in-service training conducted for the treatment center staff, the author has identified five areas of primary concern as expressed by the treatment center director of programs and the supervisor of residential programs. There …

An Alternative Education Program To Create Successful Learning For The Middle School Child At-Risk, Judith Marged

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive

This practicum was designed to provide a positive experience for at-risk students. The primary goal was to increase the self-esteem, motivation, and interest of students, thereby improving their grades. A second aim was to increase parental involvement in their child's education.

The writer observed students and administrated questionnaires to them. After accessing their needs, contracts between teacher and student were prepared in the forms of dispensing the following fulfillment of the contracts to students also received counseling, individual attention to reading and self-esteem enhancement classes, field trips, and cooperative learning projects were additional components of the program. Students, teachers, and …

A Study Of Psychologists’ And Social Workers’ Values And Roles And Design Of A Model Staff Development Plan, John A. Lucero

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive

The purpose of this research project was to explore psychologists and social workers' views and roles within their community mental health organization and professional organizations. The study was to address how the psychologists and social workers' adaptive skills were valued to support the organization in how this adaptation or adjustment affects the individuals' job performance.

We surveyed localized to measure respondents' commitment to community mental health organizations and to his or her profession. The data were collected through a mailed questionnaire to 185 psychologists and 125 social workers and equals to 110 Kansas community mental health organizations. Returned usable questionnaires …

Improving Educational Advising Services For Lower Division Students At Western Kentucky University., Fred B. Buys

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive

The purpose of this project was to conduct a formative evaluation of academic advising practices and relationships at Western Kentucky University. The case study process was utilized as a problem solving method to determine the academic advising needs of lower division students, to identify current academic advising practices, and to develop strategies for dealing with unmet advising needs to improve retention at Western Kentucky University.

Answers were sought through eight research questions designed to provide information about existing advising needs, the kind and/or type of advising as currently done, the kind and/or type of advising environment that should exist to …

Development Of An In-Service Training Program Designed To Increase Management Skills Of Child Care Center Directors, Jan H. Martinec

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive

Due to a lack of management knowledge and experience, center directors encounter many problems that they are not prepared to handle. The problems increase stress that contribute to director burnout. The lack of business knowledge coupled with increased stress, hinder directors’ efforts to provide a quality early childhood program.

The author designed and implemented an in-service training program which presented basic management skill information necessary to the success of directors as managers of personnel. The in-service program consisted of a series of three train sessions. Six concepts were developed in the sessions. The concepts presented were: leadership style, personality types, …