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Federal Funds Under Title I Of The Elementary And Secondary Education Act Will Help The High School Dropout Complete His Education, Jeanne E. Mccarl

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study is to determine if federal aid to education under Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act will help the potential dropout student to complete his education.

An Investigation Of Five Methods Of Inter-Class Grouping In The Elementary School, Jack D. Henderson

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this paper will be to research five (5) methods of elementary school inter-class grouping,which can make available a climate for learning. These five methods are: 1. Graded Elementary School 2. Dual-Progress Plan 3. Departmentalization 4. Non-graded Organization 5. Team Teaching

The Relationship Between Physical Fitness And Academic Achievement, John Gary Gregor

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study is to show what relationship exists, if any, between physical fitness and academic achievement among eighth grade junior high school boys.

A Relationship Between Physical Fitness And Social And Academic Achievement Of Junior High School Girls, Shirley Mae Oakes

All Master's Theses

This study was made to determine the relationship between scores made on the Californis Physical Performance Test and the Academic Achievement of seventh grade girls in Springstowne Junior High School, Vallejo, California. A second purpose was to determine the relationship between the physical fitness test scores and social preference scores as indicated by a sociometric test.

Selected Community Resources In The Longview, Washington, Area Available For Elementary School Field Trips, William J. Neves

All Master's Theses

The problem undertaken in this study may be briefly stated as follows: 1. To survey selected community resources in the Longview, Washington, area available for elementary school field trips. 2. To expand and up-date the existing file which was established in the Longview, Washington, School District in 1947.

A Historical Study Of The Selah And Moxee Irrigation District, Alfred C. Moss

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this historical study is formally: (1) to recognize the development of the Selah and Moxee Irrigation District; (2) to show the importance of water to the East Selah and Moxee valleys; (3) to show the enterprise and struggle of the people of the East Selah and Moxee valleys in bringing the water to their lands; and (4) to show the Selah and Moxee Irrigation District's independent operation, yet dependency on the Yakima Project for storage water.

The Ecology Of Aplodontia Rufa In King And Snohomish Counties, Washington, Richard A. Martin

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study is to investigate some aspects of the ecology of Aplodontia rufa in greater detail than in previously published accounts. I have concentrated my investigation on the areas of reproductive activity and burrowing habits, but will comment on other aspects of their ecology when pertinent. I have also attempted to correlate this material with studies done in other areas of the range.

An Audiovisual Program: The Selection, Utilization And Evaluation Of Audiovisual Materials For The Morgan Junior High School Seventh Grade Physical Science Program, William S. Craig

All Master's Theses

Through this study the writer will attempt to: (1) identify and investigate the current standards of an effective audiovisual program; (2) identify and evaluate the rationale which can be used in determining the basis for the utilization of audiovisual materials in the field of science education; (3) use this rationale as a basis for selecting appropriate audiovisual materials for the seventh grade physical science curriculum in Morgan Junior High School; and (4) develop recommendations concerning the utilization of audiovisual materials in the science curriculum at Morgan Junior High School in Ellensburg, Washington.

Individualized Instruction In Reading, Sunny Murdock

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study was to describe methods, procedures, techniques, and problems in the utilization of individualized instruction in reading through a review of literature and a practical application of this method in the classroom.

An Experimental Investigation Of The Movement Known As Op Art, Florence Sterling Taylor

All Master's Theses

It was the purpose of this study (1) to explore, analytically and aesthetically, the recent movement in the art world known as Op art; (2) to investigate the principles of perception which are utilized in such work; and (3) to produce in painting and construction media examples of these optical gymnastics.

An Experimental Investigation Of Spatial Representation In Oil Painting, Roberta Jean Cameron

All Master's Theses

The purpose of the study was (1) to investigate concepts of spatial representation and to study the spatial means used to achieve them; (2) to integrate these concepts and means with a series of oil paintings; and (3) to present conclusions that would suggest modifications in the candidate's painting techniques.

The Measurement Of Religious Attitudes Of Men In Residence Halls At Walla Wall College And Whitman College, Norman James Woods

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study is (1) to ascertain from data gathered whether there is a measurable difference of religious attitudes among the residence hall men at Walla Walla College as compared to residence hall men at Whitman College; and (2) determine to what extent the Walla Walla College group subscribes to a position based on the dogma of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

University Of Maine In Portland And University Of Maine School Of Law Commencement Program 1966, University Of Maine In Portland

Commencement Programs

The University of Maine in Portland and University of Maine School of Law Commencement Program program for the Fifth Commencement. Held in Portland, Maine June 2, 1966. Address given by Honorable Edward T. Gignoux, Judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Maine. Honorary Doctor of Laws Conferred upon: Edward T. Gignoux.

An Investigation Of The Group And Some Simple Algebraic Systems, Helen Kelly Schaal

All Master's Theses

Most algebraic systems commonly studied have two operations; namely, addition and multiplication. The purpose of this thesis was to study an important class of systems in which there is only one operation.

Instructional Television – A Possible Solution To Problems In College Physical Growth, Jacob Leon Schloss

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study is to provide data to aid in providing a solution to some of the instructional space problems at Central Washington State College. This study will explore the feasibility of instructional television as a possible solution to this problem.

Jonathan Swift And Women, Gloria Hayden

All Master's Theses

Before any proper study may be made of Swift's attitude toward women, as exemplified in his life and as expressed in his writings, it would seem advisable to review briefly woman's place in society during the period of Swift's mature life. Certainly no just conclusions could be reached regarding the problem of Swift and women unless the study were predicated on an awareness of the position of women in the economic, educational and social life of, roughly, the first half of the eighteenth century.

The Mirroreading Board Technique Used With Eight Third Grade Problem Readers Who Showed Evidence Of A Mixed Lateral Dominance, Gene Ferguson Knox

All Master's Theses

This experiment is concerned with certain problem readers who possess the physiological problem of having a mixed lateral dominance.

The Development Of An Art Curriculum For The Intermediate Grades In Kennewick Pubic Schools, Lewis Gustavas Mccord

All Master's Theses

It was the purpose of this study (1) to provide an organized art education program for the intermediate grades (grades four, five, and six) in the Kennewick Public School District No. 17; (2) to establish the needed organization and direction necessary to maintain an art program that offers maximum growth in children; and (3) to present a variety of creative art and craft activities that include care and use of materials, correlation with other subject areas, and audio-visual aids.

An Enrichment Program In Science For Gifted Children In Grades One And Two, Margery Alice Skeen

All Master's Theses

This paper is a review of the literature and presents a number of suggested concepts that could serve as an enrichment program in science for the gifted child in grades one and two.

The New Jersey State College Story, New Jersey Department Of Education

University Archives Resources

Published by the New Jersey Department of Education through the Division of Higher Education and the Bureau of School Building Services, this document includes:

It includes a brief introduction and enrollment of full-time and part-time students in the six New Jersey State Colleges for academic years 1931, 1954, and 1963. Those colleges are Glassboro State College, Jersey City State College, Montclair State College, Newark State College, Paterson State College, and Trenton State College. Each college has a brief history (timeline), campus map, artist renderings or photographs of buildings, a list of degree programs, and a comparison of 1954 and January …

Edwin Sanders Richardson, Educator., Robert L. Frye

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

No abstract provided.

Peace Corps In Asia, Peace Corps (U.S.)

Other Documents

"All over Asia—in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Afghanistan, Iran and Turkey—Peace Corps Volunteers are helping people adapt 20th century knowledge to ancient traditions to produce a better modern life. In agriculture, in education, in community development and many other fields, 1,500 Volunteers are sharing their skills so that people can look forward to a more productive future. This is one way to help old and honorable civilizations flourish in the modern world." -- [p.3]

The Lesley College (1966-1967), Lesley College

Lesley Course Catalogs

1966-1967 Course Catalog published by the Lesley College. Original volume available for browsing in the Lesley University Archives.

Guidelines For The Development Of Vocational Education Programs With Specific Application To Grand Forks, North Dakota., Harold Curtis Gulbrandson

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Professional Teachers Needed For The Peace Corps Educational Programs, Peace Corps (U.S)

Other Documents

"Since its inception in 1961, the Peace Corps has been asked by many developing nations to help solve their nearly insurmountable educational problems. Today, more than one-half of the 10,000 Volunteers in the Peace Corps are serving as teachers or school administrators in Asia, Africa and Latin America.

"Recognizing the need for professional teachers in these programs, the Peace Corps has worked closely with the National Educational Association in a continuing campaign to recruit experienced teachers for overseas service. Unfortunately, the response from American teachers has not been great enough to meet the overwhelming requests for Volunteers. Accordingly, the Peace …

Peace Corps In The Far East, Peace Corps (U.S.)

Other Documents

"Peace Corps Volunteers are changing the Far East. Through door-to-door surveys, nursing, teaching and construction, words like education and progress have taken on new meanings for many Thais, Malaysians and Filipinos." -- [p.4]

The Impact Of Remedial Language Arts Instruction On The Language Skills Of Slow-Learning Fifth And Sixth Graders, Elsie D. Thompson

All Master's Theses

This study is undertaken to determine the impact of remedial language arts instruction on the language skills of slow learning fifth and sixth graders. It will seek to determine whether slow learning fifth and sixth graders, receiving remedial instruction in the language arts, will achieve as well as, or better than, slow learning fifth and sixth grade students in a regular heterogeneous classroom situation.

Visual Stimulus Versus Combined Audio-Visual Stimuli For Out-Of-Class Practice In First-Semester College Gregg Shorthand., Robert Nelton Hanson

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

College Of Technology, Bolton Street Prospectus 1966-67, City Of Dublin Vocational Education Committee

Prospectus: Bolton Street

Courses for the College of Technology, Bolton Street, Dublin 1.

Prospectus Day And Evening Courses: Session 1966-67, City Of Dublin Vocational Education Committee

Prospectus: Kevin Street

Courses and timetables for Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street.