Digital Commons Network^™

The Isolation, Purification, And Characterization Of A Bacterial Enzyme Catalyzing The Reductive Cleavage Of Anthracycline Glycosides, Mark W. Collison

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

A Survey Of In-Service Training Of Water Treatment Systems’ Operators In Michigan, Alouch Whitfield

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

A Model Public Relations Plan For The K-12 Clintondale Community Schools Based On The Results Of A Survey Of Community Attitudes, James Caudill

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

Analysis Of Mixtures Of Chlorine, Chlorine Dioxide And Chlorite, Ying-Chien Chu

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

Therapeutic Dance: An Annotated Bibliography Of Books, Articles, Records And Films Applicable For Use With Adults And Published From January, 1975 Through March, 1979, Susan Allene Meyer

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

A Description Of The Development Of A Procedural Guide For Coordinating The Sturgis Public Schools' Language Arts Program, Viola A. Schuler

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

The Interpretation Of Generic Language As Male Or Male/Female By Nine And Ten Year Old Children, Jane H. Vander Weyden

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

The Development Of A High School Attendance Policy, Wallace A. Brown

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

Learner-Controlled Instruction And An Lci Program To Train Motor Carrier Sales Representatives, David Richard Macdonald

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

A Report Of An Internship At Paw Paw Public Schools, John A. Gunnell

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

A Report Of An Internship In The Office Of Instructional Development Western Michigan University, Emmanuel Mariampillai

Masters Theses

The major internship for the Specialist Project was served in the Office of Instructional Development on the Western Michigan University Campus. This Office has established a variety of programs and services to improve the University's educational programs and to aid other institutions of higher education. The Supervisor of the internship was Dr. Howard Poole, the Head of the Office of Instructional Development, and the University advisor was Dr. Kenneth E. Dickie. The major goal of the internship was to experience the role of an instructional developer and to participate in the activities of a university level instructional development program.

The …

The Effect Of A Training Program To Improve Abilities In The Accurate Perception Of Emotion And Facilitative Skills In Undergraduate Music Therapy Students, Susan M. Higgins

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

The Effects Of Behavioral Contracting On Student Participator Activities In A Junior High Student Service Center, Sandra K. Bickel

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

A Behavioral Analysis Of Ethical Systems, Glen R. Peterson

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

Studies Of The Lysogenic Response As A Function Of Multiplicity Of Infection Of Lambdoid Bacteriophages, Mark Floyd Fedyk

Masters Theses

The lambdoid bacteriophages λimm^λ, λimm⁴³⁴ and λcI are ideal subjects for the study of gene product interactions at the molecular level due to their closely related genetic makeup. Previous work in this laboratory has indicated the possibility that phage λimm is sensitive to phage λimm⁴³⁴cI gene product and that phage λimm⁴³⁴ is sensitive to phage λimm^λcI gene product. The purpose of this research was to determine if the frequency of lysogeny for phage λimm^λ is affected by the multiplicity of coinfection with the λimm⁴³⁴ phage. By comparing the graph of …

An Outline Of The Procedures To Reduce Budget Expenditures In The Edwards County Community Unit School District No. 1 For The 1978-79 Fiscal Year, Gary J. Schurz

Masters Theses

The purpose of this study was to discover ways to reduce expenditures in the budget of the Edwards County Community Unit School District No. 1 for the 1978-79 fiscal year in the light of a projected loss of revenues complicated by inflationary trends.

The need arose due to three factors:

1. A loss of a portion of the district's state aid due to a previous overpayment.
2. A rise in the assessed valuation which would mean an additional loss of state aid: It was projected that local monies collected would not offset the loss of state aid.
3. Spiraling inflation was creating an …

The Relationship Of Lateral Eye Movements To Field-Dependence-Independence And Verbal And Performance Skills, Linda J. Stennett-Mason

Masters Theses

Lateral eye movements and handedness as indexes of hemisphere asymmetry were compared to field-dependence-independence, as measured by Rod-and-Frame Test errors, and to Wechsler Verbal and Performance IQs. Consistent with previous research, the hypotheses predicted that persons with inconsistent lateral eye movements (ambilaterality) would have greater Rod-and-Frame errors (field-dependence) and lower Wechsler Verbal and Performance IQs.

Subjects were 41 male undergraduates who were grouped according to their lateral eye movements in response to 20 reflective questions consisting of ten verbal (left-hemisphere) and ten spatial (right-hemisphere) questions. The response scoring resulted in 12 subjects with 70% or more lateral eye movements to …

Problems Of Political Development In Bangladesh, Haroon-Ar-Rashid Khan

Masters Theses

After World War II the revival of the spirit of nationalism led to the emergence of many new states. Freed from the colonial domination, the new states were keenly interested in developing their societies as fast as possible. Many problems stand in the way of development. These problems are the problems of stability, unity, integration and socioeconomic problems.

This study is concerned about the problems of political development in Bangladesh, which came into existence in 1971, as a result of the problems of of national integration in Pakistan. This study identifies some problems which stand in the way of political …

The Biodegradation Of Crude Oil By Bacteria Isolated From Brine Pits, Larry Williams

Masters Theses

The biodegradation of crude oil by bacteria was studied. Hydrocarbon-utilizing bacteria were isolated from sixteen brine pits from an oil producing region of Clark County, Illinois. The bacteria were capable of growth from the vapors arising from crude oil as a sole carbon source. Some strains of bacteria were capable of emulsifying crude oil, apparently through the production of an emulsifying agent(s) that was found to be heat stable and cell bound but which can be partially stripped from the cell by autoclaving. The bacteria appear to belong to the genus Arthrobacter. The chemical environment of the pits was …

A Survey Of Media In The Spanish Language Classroom, Joanne Chacon

Masters Theses

A status survey of media in selected high school classrooms is the focus of this study. Questionnaires were sent to Spanish teachers in Region IV of the state of Illinois.

The purpose of the study was to gather data concerning the quantity, use, and adequacy of media as well as the selecting, funding, and housing of that media. Excluded from the study were software which accompany textbooks currently in use.

Quantity of media ranged from 0 to over 20. Tapes had the highest quantity with a median of 21, a mean of 17.31, and a mode of 20. Transparencies had …

The Photograph As A Model In Painting, Denise Dale Plumlee

Masters Theses

No abstract provided by author.

A Multimodal Approach For Counseling Rural Women: Models And Case Studies, Mary Vick Roth

Masters Theses

THE PROBLEM

The purpose of this study was to develop a counseling model which would provide time-efficient and effective counseling services to meet the needs of rural women. Criteria were established for selected of a model and for evaluation of outcomes.

PROCEDURES

Research on previously-tested methods of counseling women as well as that on other counseling models was examined. Models were evaluated on the basis of established criteria. Discussion of use of the model selected was presented with three case studies illustrating its application. Evaluation of outcomes at the conclusion of therapy and on a follow-up basis concludes each case. …

Molybdenum Stability In Coal Slags At 1400⁰C: Corrosion Properties For Mhd Electrode Applications., Kenton Brian Wright

Masters Theses

"Molten coal slag corrosion studies conducted on molybdenum at 1400°C used static and stirred slag experiments and electrical current experiments to parallel electrode conditions of slagging duct MHD generators. Crucibles containing molybdenum and slag were exposed to combustion-type gases in a tube furnace. Carbon monoxide-carbon dioxide gas mixtures controlled oxygen partial pressures at selected values between 10^-11 and 10^-3 atm. Metallograph and microprobe examination of polished sample sections defined corrosion characteristics.

At 1400°C, molybdenum metal is stable below 10^-9 atm oxygen pressure. Molybdenum dioxide is stable at higher pressure, but volatile molybdenum trioxides prevent formation of stable …

Heavy Metal Patterns In Big And Aux Vases River Drainage Rolla 1⁰ X 2⁰ Quadrangle, Missouri, Behzad Afzali

Masters Theses

"Some 71 active stream sediment, bank sediment, biota, and stream water samples were collected at selected sites along the Big River and Aux Vases rivers and tributaries. The pH, alkalinity, specific conductance, temperature were determined and samples analyzed for Cu, Pb, Zn, Co, Ni, and Cd content.

Stream waters carry heavy metals in low parts per billion. Greatest heavy metal content is in the stream waters of Flat River and lower Big River.

Acid leachable heavy metal content of -80 mesh fractions of stream sediments for Cu, Pb, Zn, Co, Ni, and Cd are orders of magnitude greater than that …

A North Central Association Self-Evaluation Visitation And Implementation Process, Gary E. Glosser

Masters Theses

This field study was written and submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Specialist in Education at the Graduate School of Eastern Illinois University. The study was based on a single unique experience. The purpose of this paper was to show a complete overview of a North Central Association Evaluation. This was accomplished by applying the process utilized by the Villa Grove High School in its North Central Evaluation.

Each North Central Association Evaluation is divided into three phases. These phases are the self-evaluation phase, the visitation team phase and the implementation of recommendations of the …

A Slide-Tape Presentation For Parent Orientation Of The Public Schools Of Hillsboro Unit District #3, Wayne C. Ford

Masters Theses

The Slide-Tape Presentation for Parent Orientation of the Public Schools of Hillsboro Unit District #3, Hillsboro, Illinois was created to show: 1) the location and type of building students attend in the district, 2) some of the activities provided for students in the elementary, middle and senior high school, 3) many of the ancillary services provided in the school district, and 4) the results of long-range facility planning done by the school board and citizens who reside in the school district.

Preparation of the multi-media package included the assembling of a slide bank of six hundred seventy-five slides. From this …

Woman, A Vehicle Of Visual Expression In Contemporary Times, Tamara C. Bogue

Masters Theses

This paper is a discussion of a woman as a vehicle of visual expression in contemporary times. Certain artists have been selected for the discussion of woman as subject matter and as symbol. An overview is given concerning some trends that have an influence on contemporary society, women in that society, and consequently affect how women have been portrayed. The selected artists were chosen as representatives of "directional types" or "theme types" and some of the implications of their female imagery is discussed. The concept of woman as symbol in her historically recorded debut as fertility figurine ("Willendorf Venus") sets …

Siderocapsa Major-- Fact Or Artifact?, Ray W. Swanson

Masters Theses

The validity of the genus Siderocapsa, a group of unicellular iron-depositing bacteria, has been a subject of debate for many years. Lack of photomicroscopic and cultural studies has kept this group in taxonomic obscurity. Bacteria were collected from the Campus pond, Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, Illinois, by a submerged slide/coverslip technique. These bacteria were identified as Siderocapsa major according to the description of Molisch (1909). Scanning electron microscopy of Siderocapsa major microcolonies has shown cells (0.5 by 1.15 μm), in a clear central well (2-6 μm), surrounded by an amorphous material which accumulates with the age of the colony. …

Biosystematic Studies Of Impatiens Pallida And Impatiens Biflora (Balsaminaceae), Sandra M. Buening

Masters Theses

Impatiens pallida Nutt. and Impatiens biflora Walt. are two closely related species which grow together in mixed populations but do not hybridize. Flower buds of each species were enclosed with glycine bags to prevent insect pollination. These were left isolated until after anthesis to test for self-pollination and self-compatibility. Neither capsule formation nor seed set were observed.

Chromosomal smears showed that each species has a haploid number of ten chromosomes. Polyploidy was not observed.

Field observations of insect pollinators (primarily bees) showed indiscriminate visitation.

Flower buds were again bagged as before. During anthesis, individuals of the two species were cross-pollinated …

Bacteriophage Populations In Wastewater Effluent, Guy William Lawrence

Masters Theses

Effluent samples were taken at various stages of sewage treatment at a local wastewater treatment plant. Primary, secondary, tertiary and post-chlorinated effluents were sampled. The agar overlay method was used to determine the numbers of plaque-forming bacteriophage particles on thirty-six species of enteric bacteria from the Eastern Illinois University stock culture collection. Twenty-three pure culture phage isolates were prepared from selected plaques and their host range specificity was determined. For every host organism tested, a fifty percent or greater reduction of bacteriophage was evident through the sewage treatment process. Results obtained from investigation of host range specificity indicate that potential …