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Orthomolecular Therapy For The Treatment Of Mental Illness With Vitamins, Randall Lee Harding

Graduate Research Papers

The mentally ill patient has long been a major medical problem. Large numbers of our population need and receive help every year for mental illness. If a person has a physiological abnormality, such as a biochemical aberration, whether it effects his perception or his emotional control, he may not be able to respond to even highly trained professionals when it is viewed as a psychological disorder. If the correctable physiological abnormalities are found in even a small percentage of cases, treatment of these abnormalities could mean improvement for large numbers of children and adults with diagnosis of autism, paranoia, schizophrenia, …

Editorial Board

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

No abstract provided.

Editorial Board

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

No abstract provided.

Improvements In Techniques For Aging Mammals By Dental Cementum Annuli, Douglas S. Allen, Rudy C. Melfi

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

Several modifications of commonly used histological techniques for the preparation of dental tissues for aging by dental cementum annuli are presented. Improvements in methods of tissue collection, preservation, decalcification, sectioning, and staining permit faster preparation of tissues and produce higher-quality, easily interpreted sections. Possible application of hard-tissue microtomes to sectioning of undecalcified or partially decalcified tissues is also discussed.

Back Cover - Editorial Board; Iowa Academy Of Science Officers And Directors

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

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Science Notes - Conservation Education Center Summer Course Offerings, Carl W. Bollwinkel

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Eight different content courses relating to the environment will be offered in June and July at the Conservation Education Center in Springbrook State Park near Guthrie Center; Iowa. The Education Center; which has air-conditioned dormitories, dining hall and lounge building, and classrooms, is located in a wooded area with nearby ponds and prairie remnants.

Iowa Academy Of Science Directory, 1985-86: Officers, Committees, And Membership Roster, Iowa Academy Of Science

Iowa Academy of Science Documents

Contents:

Board of Directors ... 3
Program Directors ... 4
Section Chairs ... 5
Section Vice Chairs ... 8
Committees ... 11
Award Recipients ... 28
Past Presidents ... 30
Membership Roster ... 32

Hunter S. Thompson's Hallucinogenic Sub-Theme In Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas, Denton Ketels

Draftings In

By the second page of Hunter S. Thompson's 1971 volume Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas we know that the author-as-character is thoroughly immersed in the drug culture. Readers learn they are about to witness events in which drugs will play an important part. Thompson takes great care to list those drugs. In his character's possession are blotter acid (lysergic acid diethylamide or LSD-25), mescaline, cocaine, ether, amyl nitrate, tequila, rum, beer, and "a whole galaxy of multicolored uppers, downers, screamers, laughers . . . ." For Thompson to carry off his drug motif and build on its accompanying analogies, …

An Annotated Bibliography Of Art Literature For Grades Four Through Eight, Shelly A. Johnson

Graduate Research Papers

The visual arts, a discipline, with a history and knowledge base is a required component of the elementary and middle school curriculum. In order to learn the language of visual symbols resources are needed. The assumption that books which deal with various topics spanning the spectrum of art will provide a link between visual and verbal information and provide, in part, necessary assistance to students in their study of art is the premise on which this research paper is based.

As a result of research into available art related books at three school libraries, one public library and one university …

Career Information By Major [1985], University Of Northern Iowa. Career Center.

History of Education Book Gallery

In an effort to effectively disseminate that information to students and their faculty advisors the UNI Career Center has developed the Career Information by Major.

Proceedings Of The Iowa Academy Of Science Submission Form And Instruction Sheet

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

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Editorial Board

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

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Louis H. Pammel: Pioneer Botanist - A Biography, Marjorie Conley Pohl

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

Many forces determine the personality and life trends of each individual. Ancestry and the circumstances of the historic time of birth and birthplace seem to mold each individual. No man is born free. So it was with Louis Hermann Pammel, pioneer American botanist, whose ancestors were Prussians.

Distribution, Dispersion, And Behavioral Ecology Of The Land Snail Oxyloma Retusa (Succineidae), Michael J. Lannoo, Richard V. Bovbjerg

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

Oxyloma retusa is a land snail found only along moist margins of freshwater wetlands and lakes. This study quantifies the dispersal pattern of O. retusa along permanent and temporary wetlands and considers the environmental factors to which this snail responds. On a lake shore, snail density peaked in the second or third meter from the water's edge but snails were present in decreasing numbers up to 7 meters inland. In field experiments, marked snails, initially distributed evenly along a shore transect, assumed a similar dispersion pattern within 72 hours. Two color morphs had overlapping but zonal dispersions, the amber …

Calcium Oxalate Bipyramidal Crystals On The Basidiocarps Of Geastrum Minus (Lycoperdales), Harry T. Horner, Lois H. Tiffany, Anita M. Cody

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

Geastrum minus (Persoon) Fischer is a temperate-zone, litter-associated fungus that displays bipyramidal crystals of calcium oxalate dihydrate (weddellite) on the peridial surfaces of its basidiocarps. The chemical nature and habit of the crystals were determined by X-ray diffraction and elemental energy dispersive analyses, and scanning electron microscopy. This study represents the first known report of calcium oxalate crystals being associated with Geastrum and extends the list of soil, litter, and wood-rot fungi that produce crystals during some stage of their life cycles. The occurrence of crystal-forming fungi in these micro-environments is intriguing for a variety of reasons that include their …

Program Abstracts, 97th Session, Iowa Academy Of Science, April 26-27, 1985, Central College

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

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Breeding Bird Populations In Iowa, 1968-1980, Linda R. F. Zaletel, James J. Dinsmore

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

A comparison of Breeding Bird Survey (BBS) data in Iowa between 1968-1970 and 1978-1980 suggests that 19 species have increased in numbers and that 18 have declined over that period. Most species showing increases are associated with agricultural and grassland habitats. Most species showing decreases are associated with agricultural and edge-oldfield habitats. A variety of factors is probably responsible for these declines. BBS results are fairly consistent with the National Audubon Society's Blue List - birds thought to be declining - but show little correlation with that group's list of species of special concern. The BBS detected at least 68% …

Appropriate Gene Symbols In Teaching Genetics, Wilmer J. Miller

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

Choice of appropriate gene symbols in teaching general genetics avoids misinterpretation and misleading conclusions that are otherwise frequent. Lack of consistency in textbooks, especially with the wild-type standard concept, misdirects the student into confusing dominance with epistasis, as well as allelism with independence. The similar fallacy of ”dominant" white in White Leghorns is clarified as an "interaction" white by appropriate choice of symbols. Use of the wild-type standard method, basic in choosing symbols, allows a drastic reduction in the number of crosses necessary in comparing different stocks for genetic differences. Two related sets of rules are suggested for choosing appropriate …

Editorial Board

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

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The Amphibians And Reptiles Of Iowa's Loess Hills, James L. Christiansen, Catherine M. Mabry

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

The amphibians and reptiles of Iowa's Loess Hills were surveyed from 1969 through 1983. Results of this study were compared with collections made prior to 1969, mostly those of R. M. Bailey from 1939 through 1946. The area was found to support 21 snake, four lizard, six turtle, ten anuran, and two salamander species. Five species have declined in abundance and seven may have increased. Most of the declining forms were prairie dwellers while most of those appearing to increase were woodland species. Three species were added to the known fauna of the Loess Hills.

Distribution And Abundance Of Birds In The Loess Hills Of Western Iowa, Robert W. Howe, Dean M. Roosa, Joseph P. Schaufenbuel, W. Ross Silcock

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

Recent investigations have provided a good understanding of the distribution and abundance of birds in the Loess Hills. Surveys have been conducted during natural history forays sponsored by the State Preserves Advisory Board and by our quantitative investigation during 1982-83. Fifteen stations covering the entire length of Iowa's Loess Hills landform were visited. Three habitats were sampled at each station: native grassland, agricultural (brome or alfalfa) field, and forest. This paper describes typical bird communities of each habitat and compares species composition within and between stations. Grassland bird communities tend to be richer in the northern Loess Hills; the opposite …

Annotated Checklist Of The Mammals Of The Loess Hills Of Western Iowa, Richard P. Lampe, John B. Bowles

Proceedings of the Iowa Academy of Science

Of the 44 species of mammals that have been reported in western Iowa, 14 are uncommon and 30 are common. Nine more are expected to be present and another nine have been extirpated. Work is needed to verify the status of several species.

Case Study: Comparison And Information Of Science Education At The Three State Universities In Iowa, Rita Hrecz

Graduate Research Papers

The purpose of this paper was threefolds:

1) To fulfill a course requirement;

2) To acquaint myself with the reason for the comme·nts I've heard about Science Education at the University of Northern Iowa being unique,

J) To exchange information between the three State Universities from my belief that we often do not communicate enough and are therefore missing opportunities to support and assist one another.

Comprehension Elements In Three Kindergarten Basals, Cynthia Ann Mathiesen

Graduate Research Papers

Despite our capacity for obtaining information in a variety of ways, reading remains a very important tool , The process of learning to read begins before reading readiness activities are introduced in Kindergarten. The heart of the reading process is comprehension, and the primary aim of reading instruction is to develop readers who understand and react to what they read (McCracken & McCracken, 1972). In short, they must comprehend the passage.

The Initiation Of A Literature-Based Composition Program In A Fifth-Grade Classroom, Lori J. Alexander

Graduate Research Papers

A worthy goal for educators is the continued search for an understanding of children's learning. Continued research and observation of children in a variety of settings provide educators with theoretical perspectives and methodological applications for classroom instruction.

China: A Teaching Unit For Primary Grades, Janet Mcclain

Faculty Publications

Understanding the culture of other nations contributes to the development of responsible citizens in a democratic society. A classroom teaching team proved these activities to be successful. Five initial lessons introduce students to the study of China by teaching Chinese geography. To enhance cultural understanding; 10 additional lessons focus on the following aspects of Chinese culture: (1) flags; (2) agriculture; (3) calligraphy; (4) calendar; (5) inventions; (6) karate; (7) tangrams; (8) crafts; (9) folk tales; and (10) Confucius. The unit culminates with plans for preparing Chinese dinner; having an open house; or organizing a homeroom meeting. Each lesson includes learner …

Black History: African Heritage; American Heritage, Joan Duea

Faculty Publications

Providing elementary school teachers with materials to enhance student awareness of black heritage is the goal of this unit. Each of the 10 lessons includes objectives; materials; and procedures as well as supplementary materials that may be duplicated for student use. The land and people of Africa are studied in lessons one through three. Games; folktales; and songs are used in lesson four to study African culture. Children simulate a safari to learn the different countries of Africa. Lesson five explores the journey of blacks from slavery to freedom. Black contributions to U.S. society in politics; science and industry; art; …

Microcomputers In Education, Michael J. Schultz

Graduate Research Papers

With the ever-increasing use of the microcomputer in the classroom, numerous studies, surveys, and reports have been done on this topic. One would think that with this new technology at a teacher's fingertips, everyone would be excited and eager to get a microcomputer to use in his/her classroom. Such is not the case. Many teachers are hesitant about the computer, while others are ready and willing. Perhaps it is because of the drastic, sudden push for computer use and computer literacy. Perhaps it is because of the competitiveness among state education agencies. Whatever the reason, most believe that microcomputers are …

The Effects Of Constructivism And Behaviorism On The Development Of Autonomy In Young Children, Deborah I. Burk

Graduate Research Papers

Autonomy, the ability to govern one's self, is an admired attribute in adults. The concern for the development of autonomy in young children is not new to the field of education. Piaget acknowledged autonomy as the goal of education over 50 years ago (Piaget, 1932). It is the opinion of the followers of Piaget that in order to develop autonomy to a marked degree, children must be given opportunities to make decisions and gain control of their own lives. Piagetian theory maintains that children construct their own reality based on their interactions with their environment (Kamii & DeVries, 1978). Therefore, …

Colonel Francis Parker And Beginning Reading Instruction, Elinor Woods Kline

Graduate Research Papers

In the late nineteenth century progressive educators advocated reforms in the educational system that were intended to humanize instruction. At the forefront of this movement was Colonel Francis W. Parker, a teacher and later an administrator who concerned himself with all aspects of the curriculum, including beginning reading. He was acclaimed by some as an innovator and attacked by others as a heretic. Parker's viewpoints concerning education countered the existing educational practices of the late 1800a. His beliefs concerning the teaching of reading were no leas radical to his time.