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Experiencing Scale Discrimination Between More And Less Productive Psychotherapy Sessions, Drevis L. Hager

Dissertations

Previous studies have failed to detect differences in experiencing (EXP) between more and less productive psychotherapy sessions. This study explored the possible relationship between EXP and session productivity and examined the efficacies of the conventional versus an alternative method of applying the EXP Scale.

Six client-therapist pairs audio recorded 52 psychotherapy hours, and after each independently completed a session productivity questionnaire. More and less productive sessions were selected based on the clients', therapists', and the clients' and therapists' combined responses. EXP ratings were made of 8-minute audio recorded segments, first using conventional mode and peak scores, and then using alternative …

A General Design Tool For Computer Directories, Edward J. Peeler

Masters Theses

The primary objective of a directory is to organize information for efficient retrieval. There are many techniques that can be applied to the design of a directory. One particularly useful technique employs the use of inverted files on range attributes. The technique provides an effective directory for a variety of applications and for very large databases. This paper examines the technique and describes the implementation of a general design tool based on these principles.

The Design And Analysis Of Drug Combination Experiments, Thomas J. Vidmar

Dissertations

Past literature concerning drug combination studies is reviewed. This literature has both biological and statistical origins. The justification of the logit transformation for dichotomous responses in a linear models framework is made by observing its similarities to models proposed by others. Using the logistic linear model, optimal experimental designs are derived. Methods for obtaining parameter estimates are discussed as are diagnostic techniques for logistic regression. Two new robust techniques for logistic regression are proposed and compared to a robust technique suggested in the literature via Monte Carlo simulation. Finally, estimation of the median effective dose (ED50) and the resulting confidence …

Horizontal Fragmentation And Allocation In A Distributed Database For Cost Minimization With Reliability And Space Constraints, Elmo Loren Ivey

Masters Theses

In this paper a method for horizontal fragmentation of a relational database is presented. A method is given for calculating the benefit or cost savings obtained by allocating a given fragment to a site, independently for each site.

To obtain optimal benefit each fragment is allocated to all sites where there is a positive benefit. This may result in the allocation of some fragments to multiple sites.

Finally a method is given for removing or reallocating certain fragments from sites with insufficient storage. Also, a method is given for allocating fragments to multiple sites to meet constraints on the required …

Effects Of Feedback And Incentives On The Use Of Academic Skills, Jose E. Candia

Masters Theses

This research investigates the notion that the combination of feedback and incentives are essential components for the maintenance of effective academic skills with undergraduate students on academic probation. This notion is in contradiction to the assumption underlying remedial activities in most universities, where it is assumed that once the students have acquired the skills through workshops or texts they will continue to use them.

The use of the academic skills of lecture note-taking, comprehensive reading, and critical reading was studied with three undergraduate students. That use was measured prior to the intervention, during workshops of training, when feedback alone was …

Determination Of Phenomenological Optical Model Parameters For Neutrons On 208Pb From 4 To 150 Mev, Randy L. Schutt

Masters Theses

Phenomenological o p tic a l model parameters for neutrons incident on ²⁰⁸Pb have been determined for neutron energies from 4 to 150 MeV using the code SNOOPY-8. Neutron total cross sections from 4 to 150 MeV and angular distributions for elastic scattering from 13.5 to 40.0 MeV were utilized. Analyses of total and differential cross sections were performed at a number of energies to determine energy dependent expressions for the real strengths of the central potential, imaginary surface potential, and imaginary volume potential. These energy dependent expressions for V, W_d, and W_S were found to …

High Performance Liquid Chromatographic Determination Of Thromboxane B2 In Human Serum As A Methoxime-Panacyl Ester Derivative, Robert H. Pullen

Masters Theses

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A Hydrogeologic Investigation Of The Balkema Wetland, Daniel V. Fronczek

Masters Theses

The Balkema wetland, located In southwestern Kalamazoo County, Michigan, represents complex biological and hydrologic Interaction between surface water and a two-aquifer hydrologic system. Situated on the southeastern flank of the Kalamazoo moraine, the glacial geology of the area plays a key role in the understanding of the hydrogeologic function of the wetland. A two-aquifer system, an upper unconfined, and a lower confined, Interact In the vicin ity of the wetland where the c la y /till aqulclude dividing the two systems 1s absent. Various parameters, both hydrologic and geochemical, were measured In the study area, Including specific conductance values of …

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting November 21, 1986, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Correspondence
• Remarks by the President
• Gift Report
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Recommendation re Airport Hangar Facility Contracts
• Recommendation re Telecommunications System Installation Contract
• Recommendation re Extension of Contract - Telecommunications Project Consultant
• Recommendation re Welborn Center Contracts
• Recommendation re Capital Outlay Budget Requests for 1987/88
• Recommendation re Program Requests for 1987/88
• Recommendation re Authorization to Confer Degrees
• Board Committee Reports
• Public Comments
• Executive Session

Western News, Nov. 20, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Gift establishes two Medallion Scholarships in art, Grant to fund study of organ donation law, New program targets high-risk courses, Several campus beautification projects under way, Groundwater contamination to be discussed, Apprenticeship program provides rigorous on-the-job training, Two textbooks by Poling published

Western News, Nov. 13, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Telecommunications and provost searches near end, Ambassadors are reaching out to Southwest Michigan, Gold Company wins magazine's award, Faculty members receive $4, 750 grant to develop unique atlas of Michigan, Veeder earns commendation from CSUI

Western News, Nov. 6, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Wes tern is bigger and better; says Denenfeld, Specialist in human ecology to speak on resource management as visiting scholar, Commencement will have new look, Many countries and states represented in fall on-campus enrollment figures, Student directory by ZIP code available

Western News, Oct. 30, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Seven doctoral students named MLK/ Parks Fellows, Conor Cruise O'Brien to speak on 'trouble spots', WMUK achieves goal after short on-air appeal, Trustees approve extended 'marriage' with four Greek organizations on East Campus, Sky Broncos again capture regional title, Arts and Sciences Showcase today

Western News. Oct. 23, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Denenfeld to reflect on 30 years of service at seventh annual Academic Convocation, Defense expert to give Peace Education Week address, Trustees approve construction of two buildings, Harrington to speak at social justice conference, Stillwell promoted to associate dean

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting October 17, 1986, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Correspondence
• Sara Swickard Pre-School Presentation
• Introduction of Western Student Association Officers
• Remarks by the President
• The Evaluative Process in Psychiatric Occupational Therapy
• Gift Report
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Recommendation re Campus Services Building Construction Contract
• Recommendation re Salt and Sand Storage Building
• Recommendation for Water Easement for Campus Services Building
• Recommendation re Long-Term Leases of East Campus Residence Hall Facilities
• Recommendation re Presidential Salary
• Recommendation re Revision of Alumni Association Bylaws
• Change in Order of Agenda
• Report on Groundwater Project
• Public Comments
• Executive Session
• Acquisition of Property
• Committee Reports
• Adjournment

Western News, Oct. 16, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Dybek named Distinguished Faculty Scholar, Service the key to success in the '90s; says Haenicke, Hope president; two others to be visiting scholars, Two centers to evaluate supported work under grants from mental health department

Western News, Oct. 9, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Four to receive Alumni Teaching Excellence Awards, Festivities and football-all part of Homecoming, Western thanks AMBUCS for scholarship program, Experts on psychology; health to be scholars, Retreat planned on decision making

Western News, Oct. 2, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: La Quinta establishes $10,000 scholarship fund, Help with reading close at hand in center on campus, 159 spouses and dependents participate in new tuition remission program this fall, Board approves retirements of 23 faculty; staff, Philosopher to lecture on affirmative action

Western News, Sept. 25, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Western reinforces commitment to service in Grand Rapids area, Western would welcome opportunity to explore role in Grand Rapids center, Grant to fund teacher training program, Brown; Parfet elected 1986-87 Foundation officers, Johnston to address agricultural development, Rozelle wins award from Beta Alpha Psi

Wmu Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting September 19, 1986, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Correspondence
• President's Remarks
• Gift Report
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Recommendation re Bonding Resolution
• Recommendation re MPSERS-MIP Plan
• Recommendation re Naming of University Health Center
• Board Committee Report
• Orientation Report
• WMU Academic Programs in Grand Rapids
• Public Comments
• Adjournment

Western News, September 4, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Three employees selected as administrative associates, Health center to be named for Sindecuses, Students working to develop first 'plastic engine', 'Standstill' budget of $97.5 million includes $1 million for research

Western News, August 14, 1986, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Gordon; Elizabeth Sindecuse give Western $1 million, Federal judge to get honorary degree, Faculty; staff reminded to update directory information

Summary And Analysis Of. Scores On The Michigan Educational Assessment Tests For The Portage Public Schools (1980-1984), Jim Migliaccio

Masters Theses

The objective of this study was to identify the specific areas of weakness and strength in the mathematics and reading programs of the Portage Public Schools in grades 4, 7, and 10, by isolating each of the skill areas and the specific objectives within each of those skill areas by comparing the scores of students in the Portage Public Schools with the scores of all other students in the State of Michigan for five (5) years (1980-1984). After identifying areas of strength and weakness, the intent was to recommend possible remedies for those areas determined to be in need of …

Cognitive Levels Of Thinking For Religious Training Materials And Infusion Across The Curriculum, Patrick Low

Masters Theses

The major accomplishment of this project was the creation of cognitive levels of questions spanning Bloom's (1964) taxonomy of learning, fostering religious training in nontraditional class settings at Kalamazoo Christian High School, Kalamazoo, Michigan. Classes involved were business mathematics, health, and physical education.

Descriptors, i.e., key terms, were developed from teachers' goals and objectives. Descriptors were then checked in a concordance to help develop Scripture reference for question development. Weekly or biweekly, participating teachers and the curriculum committee were supplied draft sections of the project; they gave feedback relative to usefulness and acceptability.

The results have been termed "very useful" …

A Study Of Classical Elastic Scattering For Heavy-Ion Nuclear Reactions, John C. Orrison

Masters Theses

Numerical computer programs were developed to calculate the classical elastic scattering orbits, deflection functions and differential scattering cross-sections for a heavy-ion nuclear reaction model.

Critical points of the deflection functions and differential scattering cross-sections were examined.

Semiclassical modifications were developed for future study to account for the phase relation between independent orbits that lead to the same scattering direction.

A Logistic Discriminant Analysis Of Factors Affecting The Attrition And Retention In An Outpatient Treatment Program For Female Alcoholics, James Loser

Dissertations

The study was conducted in the context of three conditions related to alcoholism which impact Western society: the destructive effects of the disease, the paucity of research concerned with female alcoholics, and the problems of early termination from residential treatment.

The specific purpose of the study was to investigate the feasibility of using demographic and personality variables of female alcoholic outpatients at a residential facility to: (a) predict probable program completion for female residents at the time of admission and (b) predict probable premature terminations at the time of admission.

The Fundamental Interpersonal Relations Orientation Behavior Scale (FIRO-B) and the …

Jacobi Moments In Applied Mathematics With Computer Applications, John A. Kapenga

Dissertations

This work provides solid asymptotic representations, sharp error bounds and stable recurrence methods (both three term and two dimensional) for the Jacobi moments. These moments are currently used in several areas of numerical analysis (numerical integration, integral equations and boundary value problems).

A powerful representation theorem, due to H. Gingold, which uses the Jacobi moments is extended and analyzed. Applications of this theorem to multi-turning point problems and several other areas are given.

For a number of important problems in mathematical physics it is not possible to prove that the currently employed methods of solution converge, or are valid in …

An Investigation Into The Numeric Solution Of Linear Recurrence Relations, Dennis Lee Kapenga

Masters Theses

This is an investigation of the use of some techniques from numerical linear algebra in solving linear recurrence relations.

The classic methods of Oliver and Lozier are compared with several alternatives. These alternatives center on using advances in the theory of numerical linear algebra, computer software, and raw computer performance which have been made in the 15 years since the original research into linear recurrence relations was done.

A set of test examples is presented to provide a basis to compare solution methods. This set of examples was selected to allow experiments associated with the Poincare class of recurrence relations. …

A Structural Investigation Of A Basement-Involved Thrust System In Southern Sphinx Mountain Quadrangle (Madison Range) Southwestern Montana, Jeffrey Scott Brown

Masters Theses

The Madison Range is the eastern limb of the Laramide Rocky Mountain foreland Madison-Gravelly Arch. The main segment of the Madison thrust system in the map area is the basement-involved Scarface thrust which dips westward, trends north-northwest, and places Archean rocks onto an overturned footwall of Cambrian through Cretaceous rocks. Foliation of Archean rocks in the footwall is folded with overlying sedimentary rocks.

The Shedhorn Mountain thrust splays from the Scarface thrust. It is exposed north and south of the Shedhorn Mountain anticline, but is blind beneath it. The Taylor fault, an east-dipping back thrust, is inferred to be associated …

Relationship Of Admission Variables To Success For Licensed Practical Nurses In Associate Degree In Nursing Ladder Program, Sally Kathryn Johnson

Dissertations

The problem and challenge for nurse educators in Practical Nursing/Associate Degree Nursing (PN/ADN) ladder programs is to identify admission criteria for Licensed Practical Nurse (PN) applicants entering the advanced standing level. The selected admission criteria should include those which are most likely to indicate success in the program and on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nursing (NCLEX-RN). Identifying such criteria would promote the most efficient use of scarce educational resources and help avoid loss of time, energy and financial resources for potential nursing students.

The records of 79 LPNs who entered a PN/ADN ladder program at the advanced …