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Fact Book, 2008-09, John Carroll University

Fact Book

2008-09 Fact Book

Cognitive Processes Of Students Participating In Engineering-Focused Design Instruction, Todd R. Kelley

Publications

Since the publication of the Standards for Technological Literacy in 2000 (ITEA), there have been a number of new programs developed that are designed to teach pre-engineering. Project Lead the Way is one such program. Project Lead the Way boasts serving over 1250 schools in 44 states and teaching over 160,000 students (McVearry, 2003). Efforts are also being made to infuse engineering design into technology education programs. One example of this is the work of the National Center for Engineering and Technology Education (NCETE) partnering with high school technology educators in summer inservice workshops to help teachers develop activities and …

Civic Lessons: Public Schools And The Civic Development Of Undocumented Students And Parents, John Rogers, Marisa Saunders, Veronica Terriquez, Veronica Valez

Northwestern Journal of Law & Social Policy

In the Court reasoned that by providing undocumented students with core academic instruction, public schools could contribute to their participation in democratic institutions and thus enhance civic life. This article assesses this and a set of related claims. Drawing on three data sets, the authors consider how access to public schools shapes the civic development and civic engagement of undocumented students and their parents. They first introduce data from a longitudinal study tracking the civic development of youth through high school and into adulthood. They then share survey data that indicates the relatively high levels of school participation among undocumented …

Ilium 2008, Taylor University

Yearbooks (1898-Present)

The 2008 yearbook of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.

Theme: For such a time as this

Which Washington: Constitutions In Conflict?, Jonathan F. Duncan, Kristina V. Giddings

Marquette Sports Law Review

No abstract provided.

Mary Beth Tinker, Stephen Wermiel

Scholarly Articles in Law Reviews & Journals

No abstract provided.

Breaking The "Sound" Barrier To Fluent Reading: An Evaluation Of A Middle School Reading Intervention, Kimberly Simmerman

PCOM Psychology Dissertations

The failure to read efficiently accounts for nearly 80% of the children who meet the criteria for a specific learning disability in America. Moreover, many of those children do not receive instruction that is sufficient to improve their reading achievement to within the average range. The current study examines the Breaking the “Sound” Barrier to Fluent Reading program by comparing pretest and posttest scores on individually administered and group statewide tests of reading achievement. The impact of IQ on progress is evaluated and discussed. Students’levels of reading proficiency preintervention and postintervention, as determined by the criteria set forth by the …

Intervention Program For Literacy Disability In Primary School Students, Mahzan Arshad

Research Publications (2006 to 2010)

No abstract provided.

Reformation In Public School Safety, James Petersen, Angelle Mcbride

Big iDeas 2008 Fall Updates

This presentation outlines the success achieved, challenges faced, changes made, and plans envisioned vis-à-vis the original proposal.

Health'n'Motion, Leanne Hamilton, Kym Gonzalez, Jana Wallis, Rachael Russell, Bahareh Ravandi, Sarah Camodeca

Big iDeas 2008 Fall Updates

This presentation outlines the success achieved, challenges faced, changes made, and plans envisioned vis-à-vis the original proposal.

Profiting From Nonprofits: A Study Of Nonprofit Organizations In The Dfw Area, Amy Koshy, Kristen Arndt, Jamie Cohen

Big iDeas 2008 Fall Updates

This presentation outlines the success achieved, challenges faced, changes made, and plans envisioned vis-à-vis the original proposal.

The Dallas Application Of Responsible Transportation: How Can Public Transportation Systems Work Effectively For A City Subject To Urban Sprawl? Dart As A Case Study., Christina Chermak, Kent Spenner, Jennifer Bell, Juliana Jones, Ricardo Leon, Joanna Webb, Tim Heydari, Martha Aranda

Big iDeas 2008 Fall Updates

This presentation outlines the success achieved, challenges faced, changes made, and plans envisioned vis-à-vis the original proposal.

Young Dream Enterprises: Motivating Youth Through The Arts And Entrepreneurship, Julene Fleurmond

Big iDeas 2008 Fall Updates

This presentation outlines the success achieved, challenges faced, changes made, and plans envisioned vis-à-vis the original proposal.

Smu Micro-Loan Program, Laura Arellano-Weddleton, Andrea Fernandez, Jobin Kalathil

Big iDeas 2008 Fall Updates

No abstract provided.

Safety Questionnaire, James Petersen, Angelle Mcbride

Big iDeas 2008 Other

No abstract provided.

Profiting From Nonprofits: A Study Of Nonprofits And The Role They Play In Society, Amy Koshy, Kristen Arndt, Jamie Cohen

Big iDeas 2008 Proposals

In recent years, Dallas nonprofits have received low rankings especially when compared to those located in other metro areas such as Los Angeles, Washington DC, Chicago and Houston.In a city that is growing larger with each passing day it is important that steps be taken to help this struggling sector become more effective in the community and do so in a way that will permit them to thrive. We are requesting support for our research of Dallas’ nonprofit sector, and of the problems that these organizations are faced with. In the process, we will be studying what exactly makes a …

Speak Out Dallas, Elizabeth Tsai, Nicholas Elledge

Big iDeas 2008 Proposals

Communication skills are essential in every facet of life -- from interpersonal communication, to college and job interviews, to commanding the public platform -- and allow students to maximize their existing talents and succeed in their pursuits. After significant research and program development, we will promote and invite student leaders from schools to participate in our ""by invitation only""" one to two day kick off conference. The conference teaching will be interactive and focus on communication and leadership, including resume and interviewing skills. The conference teaching will be interactive and focus on communication and leadership, including resume and interviewing skills. …

Childhood Obesity In Low-Income Dallas Neighborhoods, Leanne Hamilton, Kym Gonzalez, Jana Wallis, Rachael Russell, Bahareh Ravandi, Sarah Camodeca

Big iDeas 2008 Proposals

Childhood obesity stands at the forefront of problems in the city of Dallas… To combat this problem, we propose a pilot program that will be readily reproducible throughout the city. We will build upon longstanding ties and a tradition of trust that has been cultivated between SMU’s Center for Inter-Community Experience (ICE) and the low-income neighborhoods of East Dallas.

Establishing Microenterprise In The Vickery Meadow Community Of Dallas, Laura Arellano-Weddleton, Andrea Fernandez, Jobin Kalathil

Big iDeas 2008 Proposals

The neighborhood of Vickery Meadow, situated in Dallas slightly north of White Rock Lake, is a unique community that boasts high ethnic diversity. Vickery would be an ideal location to pilot a microenterprise program that would provide empowerment, mentorship, and the opportunity for economic growth for these families. The pilot program would be a selfsustaining tradition of microenterprise in Vickery Meadow that would include regular market events in a permanent space within the neighborhood. Such a program would provide a center of community and support for the residents of the neighborhood, as well as an inviting place for members of …

The Dallas Application Of Responsible Transportation: How Can Public Transportation Systems Work Effectively For A City Subject To Urban Sprawl? Dart As A Case Study., Christina Chermak, Kent Spenner, Jennifer Bell, Juliana Jones, Ricardo Leon, Joanna Webb, Tim Heydari, Martha Aranda

Big iDeas 2008 Proposals

The city of Dallas, like many other American cities, is currently facing an air quality crisis. This study will utilize the DART system as a case example in the process of determining how a public transit system can be successfully applied in cities subject to urban sprawl situations similar to Dallas’. Possible alternatives, adjustments and improvements to the DART system will be considered and analyzed. Social implications and logistical adjustments will be central to the study. The final goal is to find changes that will increase the percentage of commuters who choose to use public transportation. Hopefully, the successful result …

Breaking Linguistic Barriers: Establishing And Advocating Competitive Communication Skills Through A Mock Trial, Todd Baty, Andrew Shaw, Ryan Moore, Jessica Wikstrom

Big iDeas 2008 Proposals

This Big iDeas project attempts to single-out and correct he gap between the expectations of employers and the reality of public education curriculum — specifically, the missing component of verbal communication skills development. We will tackle the issue first-hand and develop oral communication skills in current Dallas ISD high school students through an after-school Mock Trial program at two locations: Woodrow Wilson High School and Hillcrest High School. Every moment of this project will be videoed so that a multimedia presentation or documentary can be created.

I-Cubed Creative Enterprises (I.3c.E.) Strengthening Ingenuity, Imagination & Innovation In Youth, Julene Fleurmond

Big iDeas 2008 Proposals

I-Cubed Creative Enterprises (I.3C.E.) addresses the issues of low-income youth financial development, educational performance and enterprise sustainability in Dallas. The goal of this project is to provide young low-income students with an artistic outlet where they can focus on creative initiatives and learn about aspects of entrepreneurship. In this way, the young people are able to learn about financial growth, as well as exercise their skills in a variety of hands-on activities.

Reformation In Practices And Policies Regarding Public School Safety, James Petersen, Angelle Mcbride

Big iDeas 2008 Proposals

Among the many sections of Dallas, SMU's campus is definitely one of the safest. Many contributing reasons for this include the active police force and campus security. Besides the manpower, the campus has a safe feel due to the many other precautions that the school has taken. An example of these precautions is the emergency text messaging and email system, which allows for the quick spread of vital information. In the wake of the tragic Virginia Tech shooting, SMU took a strong step toward protecting its students and faculty with this system. The effect of this system could be felt …

When Big Brother Is Watching [Out For] You: Mentoring Lawyers, Choosing A Mentor, And Sharing Ten Virtues From My Mentor, Julie Oseid

South Carolina Law Review

No abstract provided.

Affirmative Action & Negative Action: How Jian Li's Case Can Benefit Asian Americans, Adrian Liu

Michigan Journal of Race and Law

In October 2006, Asian American student Jian D filed a civil rights complaint against Princeton University claiming that Princeton's affirmative action policies were discriminatory. Li argues that affirmative action gives preferences to non-Asian minorities at the expense of Asian students. Li's case aligns the interests of Asian Americans with Whites who challenge affirmative action and suggests that such policies are inherently discriminatory because they exclude students based on race and sacrifice merit. This Article argues that Li's exclusion is not due to affirmative action but is likely due to "negative action," the unfavorable treatment of Asian Americans relative to Whites. …

Humanism, Education And Spirituality: Approaching Psychosis With Levinas, Glenn J. Morrison

Theology Papers and Journal Articles

The article investigates the recent turn towards Emmanuel Levinas’ writings in the philosophy of Education. Engaging this turn, the article sets out to develop an ethical, personal and contemplative approach towards understanding and responding to psychosis. By imagining a Levinasian horizon for understanding the experience of psychosis in the Teaching-Learning environment, Levinas’ thought gives hope to take on the work of justice and offer a gift of friendship especially when faced with students experiencing psychosis. The approach towards people suffering the moods and difficulties of psychosis, the article argues, parallels the very spiritual practice of contemplation.

Pink-Shirting: Should The Ncaa Consider A Maternity And Paterinity Waiver?, Spencer H. Larche

Marquette Sports Law Review

No abstract provided.

A Call For Drug-Testing Of High School Student-Athletes, Scott A. Andresen

Marquette Sports Law Review

No abstract provided.

Applying Six Sigma Methodology To The Admissions Process In Higher Education, Alok Verma

Engineering Technology Faculty Publications

Time and quality are two important metrics for improving a company's production and profit performance. Six Sigma is one of the most powerful continuous improvement tools that have been used to improve the quality of products and business processes. Six Sigma methodology provides the techniques and tools to improve the capability and reduce the number of defects in any process. It was originally developed by Motorola to systematically improve processes by eliminating defects. Although, originally developed for manufacturing processes, the tool has been effectively applied to improve business processes also. Evaluation of applications for admission in higher education is often …

Lesley College Yearbook, 2008, Lesley University

Lesley Yearbooks

Yearbook published by the Lesley College Class of 2008. Original volume available for browsing in the Lesley University Archives.