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The Creative Imagination Scale And The Inventory Of Childhood Memories And Imaginings For Children: A Normative Study And Comparison, Susan A. Myers

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1361 Ss of ages 8-45 were told that they were to be tested for creative imagination, and were then given the Creative Imagination Scale (CIS), which contains 10 test-suggestions that ask subjects to imagine various sensations and states of awareness: for example, that an arm is light, their hand is becoming warm from the sun, they are eating a delicious orange, they feel that time is slowing down, and they are reexperiencing themselves back in first grade in elementary school. Following administration of the Self-Scoring Form of the CIS, the Inventory of Childhood Memories and Imaginings for Children (ICMIC), a …

The Jewish Experience In America: A Curriculum For Students In The Jewish Weekend School, Sheila F. Radman

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Sheila F. Radman’s thesis presents a curriculum designed for post-confirmation Jewish high school students in the St. Louis area. The program addresses the lack of formal Jewish education for adolescents and aims to deepen their understanding of Jewish identity, history, and community. Rooted in educational theories, particularly those of Erik Erikson, the curriculum explores identity formation, values, and Jewish heritage.

The course is divided into multiple units covering Sephardic, German, and Eastern European immigration, Jewish life in America, family traditions, and contemporary Jewish identity. It incorporates interactive teaching methods such as role-playing, values clarification exercises, and historical simulations, making learning …

A Commentary On An Exhibition Of Prints And Photographs, Janet Love-Seward

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Ambrotype Images, Thomas Feldvebel

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Life Skills: A Habilitation Program For Severely Retarded Adults, Margaret A. Hoven

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Problems Associated With The Use Of Performance Appraisals In Promotion Decisions In The Federal Personnel System, Donald J. Detzel

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Art Therapy With The Orthopedically Hospitalized Child: Helping The Child Master The Stress Of Hospitalization, Anne Felts

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This work presents many aspects of the use of art therapy with the orthopedic child in the medical setting. It deals specifically with the use of art therapy to promote mastery of fears, fantasies and conflicts about injury, hospitalization or surgery. Case studies are included to illustrate the use of art therapy in this capacity.

The Impact Of Father-Absence On Adolescent Sons' Personality Development And Its Implications For Therapy, Richard B. Dicker

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Which Therapy?: An Analysis Of Value Judgments In Psychotherapy, David Shaw

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• The Problem: The author addresses the lack of systematic guidance for laypersons in selecting a psychotherapy model that aligns with their individual lifestyle, personality, and values. 

• The Method: The study utilizes a comparative analysis of Moral, Illness, Psychoanalytic, Behavioral/Learning, and Existential/Humanistic perspectives, incorporating literature from theorists like Freud, Rogers, and Wolpe alongside practicum experience at the Hypnosis Motivation Institute and the Growth Art Therapy Program.

• Qualitative Finding: The analysis determines that effective therapy depends on the compatibility between the client's personal characteristics and the therapist's theoretical orientation, as evidenced by the author's observation that theoretically conflicting therapies can both be …

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The Prose, The People And The Programs: A Study Of Journalism Education, Darrell Charles Shoults

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This study, The Prose, the People and the Programs, explores the landscape of journalism education at the collegiate level through a multifaceted approach encompassing historical analysis, institutional comparison, and personal reflection. Authored by Daribell Charles Shoults, the project is divided into four main chapters, each addressing a core component of journalism education. The first chapter traces the evolution of journalism textbooks, particularly focusing on pre-1940 texts, to illustrate how pedagogical materials have mirrored changing educational philosophies and professional expectations. The second chapter examines the backgrounds and qualifications of journalism instructors, highlighting the importance of practical newsroom experience and analyzing …

A Masters Program In Management Psychology For Industry: A Study, Donald J. Tabone

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This study explores the design and justification of a graduate program in Management Psychology tailored to meet the evolving needs of industry. Donald J. Tabone investigates the limitations of traditional Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs, noting their heavy emphasis on technical subjects such as accounting, finance, and marketing, with minimal focus on human resource development and psychological principles vital to effective management. The paper argues that as organizations become increasingly complex, there is a growing need for leaders skilled in interpersonal dynamics, motivation, behavior analysis, and humanistic management approaches.

The study begins with a comparative analysis of MBA curricula …

Awareness And Growth In An Art Therapy Practice, Gong Shu

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This culminating project explores the role of awareness in personal growth within the context of art therapy. Drawing from phenomenological psychology and Taoist philosophy, the author argues that every individual possesses an innate potential for self-actualization, which can be fully realized through heightened awareness. However, various psychological and cultural blocks—such as repression, trauma, social conditioning, and attachment to past or future experiences—often obstruct this awareness, impeding personal growth and creative functioning.

Art therapy is proposed as a dynamic method for reestablishing awareness by bringing unconscious or suppressed emotions and experiences into explicit focus through the creative process. The paper emphasizes …

Journeying Together: An Essay On Intimacy, Emily Ann Day

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Harvey: A Case History, April Mccleary

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In-Service Teacher Education, Marilyn G. Dreyer

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The purpose of this study was to perceive the needs of the faculty of the Warren County R-III School District in the area of in-service teacher education.

The instrument used in the study was a survey designed by the author and arranged to secure data that would give demographic information as well as obtain information for a needs assessment. The survey was distributed to the teachers through the school mailboxes .

After the information was collected, it was tallied, charted, and analyzed . In summarizing the study, it can be concluded that: 1) all teachers realize the need for in- …

Puppets, A Teaching Tool For Skill Development: One Teacher's Experience, Helen G. Bogener

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This study was developed to solve recognized problems in reading, grammar and social attitudes.

As the study began, it was meant to involve as much variety &a possible to induce reasons for reading. When the enthusiasm for puppetry was noticed. in children, it was decided to place a major emphasis on creating a variety of puppets for the classroom.

Special people became involved, some members of St. Louis Puppetry Guild, Connie Borgmeyer and Mrs. Gilman, art supervisors, Virginia Terry, library science teacher, and parents who became interested along the way as the study progressed.

From prescribed reading stories, the class …

Social Integration Of Learning-Disabled Students In Mainstream Programs Where The Method Of Instruction Is Divergent Questioning, Phyllis Bigby

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This paper concentrates on an approach to enhance the social integration of learning- disabled students in regular classrooms. The chief problem is to design learning experiences which stimulate the development of social integration in mainstream programs. What effect does method of instruction have on positive affective states of learning- disabled students when mainstreamed?

After defining terms, the literature review includes studies on l)divergent questioning and its relationship to the thinking processes, 2)methods of instruction, 3)actual and perceived peer status of learning- disabled students in regular classrooms.

The research design will be experimental, using the classroom situation and primary students. The …

An Examination Of The Interface Between Cross-Cultural Trainers And The Business Community In The United States, From The Perspective Of The Trainer, Alexander Patico

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This paper is the product of a particular stage in its author's professional and intellectual development . Its purpose is to use the special vantage point of a (relatively) disinterested observer, in order to form a novel picture of a particular population, comprised of those persons who are engaged in cross-cultural training--more especially, those who, as outside consultants , seek or maintain a clientele among members of the U.S. business community. I believe it likely that this viewpoint could not as readily be taken by one who is already fully involved in the daily practice of cross-cultural training.

Every effort …

Existential Man And The Creative Act, Lisa Finkel

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An Investigation Of The Emotional Connotations Of Printing Types, Michael Blum

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This thesis addresses itself to the problem of understanding the emotional connotations of printing types. It is hypothesized that there is a model useful in predicting reactions to a given type style based on atmosphere value and usage. The majority of the literature on this subject is nonempirical. It is characterized by the author's stating their opinions with little or no attempt to validate them. The empirical literature shows that there is an emotional connotation associated with particular type faces. These studies have not shown, however, the importance of this connotation in terms of appropriate choice of type faces . …

A Spiritual Song: A Portfolio Of Multi-Process Prints, Donald John Forsythe

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A Study Of The Emotional, Psychological, And Physical Factors Found To Exist In The Environment Of Three Fifth Grade Classrooms, Carolyn A. Timm

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This thesis investigates the emotional, psychological, and physical factors found within three distinct fifth-grade classroom environments. The study aims to observe and interpret the differences and similarities between three specific educational models: the "Traditional Classroom," characterized by teacher-directed instruction and subject mastery; the "Transitional Classroom," which acknowledges student responsibility but remains largely formal and teacher-oriented; and the "Open Classroom," which promotes active student involvement and decision-making. Central to this study is the author's definition of curriculum as a continuous social process that aids student awareness and personal growth, rather than strictly an academic process.

The research methodology utilized a self-designed …

Testing Communicative Competence: A New Approach Based On Discourse Analysis, Margaret B. Silver

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This thesis proposes a new method for assessing communicative competence among ESL learners by using discourse analysis as the foundation for a placement test. Margaret B. Silver critiques conventional evaluation tools—such as the Ilyin Oral Interview, the STEL grammar test, and cloze procedures—arguing that they fail to measure the full range of linguistic and sociolinguistic abilities necessary for real-world communication. These traditional assessments, while helpful in measuring grammatical knowledge, overlook important features such as pronunciation, intonation, kinesics, and the ability to convey meaning in context.

Silver’s approach draws on discourse analysis to evaluate how students actually use language in unscripted …

Art Therapy With Adolescents: Identity Crisis And Creative Expression, Kathleen Monahan Chaney

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The Myth Of Death And Rebirth: Its Manifestation In Contemporary Psychology, Randy Ring

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The thesis, "The Myth of Death and Rebirth: Its Manifestation in Contemporary Psychology," explores the pervasive concept of death and rebirth across historical, religious, and psychological contexts. Beginning with the idea's presence in ancient mythologies like the Osiris myth and Eastern religious beliefs, the thesis highlights how these cultural narratives framed death not as an end but as a necessary transition to renewal. It emphasizes the symbolic role of death/rebirth rituals in premodern societies, where they marked transformative life stages and spiritual initiation.

The work transitions into examining modern psychology, particularly the contributions of Carl Jung and others who identified …

How A Role Is Created: Petronella Van Daan In The Diary Of Ann Frank, Cheryl Metzger

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This 1979 Master of Fine Arts thesis by Cheryl Metzger explores the process of creating the role of Petronella Van Daan in The Diary of Anne Frank, performed at Lindenwood Colleges. Metzger documents her in-depth character analysis, rehearsal experience, and performance development, using both primary sources and theatrical techniques. She emphasizes emotional authenticity, subtext, and the historical context of the Holocaust. The thesis includes detailed reflections on blocking, costume, makeup, and the character’s psychological motivations. It serves as both a personal acting journal and a guide to portraying complex historical figures in drama, particularly within ensemble productions rooted in …

Confrontation In Counseling: Five Studies, Anna-Lee Aton

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A Stage Design And Notes On The Engineering And Technical Direction For The Play, The Effects Of Gamma Rays On Man-In-The-Moon Marigolds By Paul Zindel, Dan Krehbiel

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A Proposed Treatment Approach And Environment For The Female Alcoholic, Stuart Wallace

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This thesis by Stuart Wallace presents a comprehensive proposal for a treatment approach and residential environment specifically tailored for female alcoholics, with a unique emphasis on accommodating women who are also mothers with young children. Drawing on the author’s clinical experience and a thorough review of the literature, the work addresses the lack of structured, gender-sensitive treatment programs and proposes a model that integrates both behavioral and humanistic therapeutic modalities.

The document explores the distinct characteristics and treatment needs of female alcoholics, noting their underrepresentation in traditional recovery facilities and the compounded challenges they face, such as co-occurring mental health …

The Psychodynamics And Process Of A Small Group, Priscilla G. Shoemaker

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This study, conducted by Priscilla J. Shoemaker in partial fulfillment of a Bachelor of Arts degree at The Lindenwood Colleges in 1979, explores the psychodynamics and processes within a small group setting focused on improving communication skills. The research group, composed of six women aged between 30 and 55, engaged in weekly sessions held in the author's home. Under the guidance of faculty advisor Dr. H.D. Johns, the sessions incorporated principles from Transactional Analysis (TA) and Parent Effectiveness Training (PET) to foster better interpersonal understanding and self-awareness.

Shoemaker structured the sessions using a curriculum developed from her academic studies and …