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A Study Of The W. Edwards Deming Total Quality Management Concept As It Applies To Education In Tennessee, Ronald Wilcox

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to determine Tennessee superintendents' perceptions of the educational application of the W. Edwards Deming Total Quality Management Model. The Total Quality Management Model was divided into four parts for the purpose of this study based on review of the literature. The parts are eight selected underlying principles, Deming's 14 points, Deming's deadly diseases, and process improvement tools. A survey instrument developed by the investigator was sent to all 139 Tennessee superintendents. A total of 112 of the superintendents responded representing 81% of the population. Fifty-one percent of the respondents are using some of the …

The Tennessee School Board Chairperson's Perception Of School Accountability, Dennis L. Peters

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to obtain and analyze information about the perceptions of local school board chairpersons in Tennessee toward school accountability. A questionnaire was designed to gather information from all school board chairpersons in the state of Tennessee. The questionnaire contained 32 attitudinal statements related to school accountability and 11 demographic questions about the chairpersons and the system they represent. The mean score, frequency, and percentage of the responses were computed and analyzed. The Kruskal-Wallis one-was ANOVA was computed to determine if significant differences existed in the mean score of the 32 attitudinal statements based on the …

Functions And Responsibilities Of Superintendents And School Boards In Tennessee As Perceived By Superintendents And School Board Chairpersons, Steven L. Scott

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to determine if differences exist between the superintendents and the school board chairpersons of Tennessee in regard to the perceived functions and responsibilities of each group. The study also attempted to determine if factors such as age, size of the school district, educational level of the superintendent and the board member, years of service as superintendent or as a board member, the existence of clearly written board policies defining the functions and responsibilities of the superintendent and the school board, and elected versus school board appointed superintendent status had any effect on the perceived …

The Impact Of Site-Based Management On Perceived Roles Of Superintendents, Board Chairpersons, Principals And Selected Central Office Personnel In Tennessee School Systems, Narvia D. Haywood

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The introduction of site-based management has had an impact on the operation of school systems in Tennessee; however no one seems to know for certain what that impact was. Findings from this study revealed that there is a basic understanding of the impact of site-based management as perceived by superintendents, board chairpersons, principals, personnel, budget, curriculum, and staff development administrators. Findings also revealed that central office staff and principals, for the most part, perceive that the superintendents and board chairpersons were supportive of site-based management programs. One hundred and eighty-one educators, including board chairpersons, responded to a fifty-four item questionnaire. …

Self-Concepts Of Career Level Ii And Iii Teachers And Career Ladder Eligible Teachers In The Public Schools Of Tennessee, Lois C. Myers

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is a significant difference in the self concept of Career Level II and III teachers and teachers who are eligible to apply but have not elected to participate in the Career Ladder Program in the public schools of Tennessee. The technique of causal-comparative research was used in this study. The Tennessee Self Concept Scale (TSCS), developed by William Fitts, was selected as the appropriate instrument for use in this study. The TSCS is a versatile instrument that measures ten dimensions related to self concept: total level of self esteem, self …

The Degree Of Usage Of Strategic Planning In Tennessee School Systems, Billy B. Snodgrass

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to assess the extent to which strategic planning was used in Tennessee school districts and its relationship with school system size, geographic regions, student achievement, fiscal capacity, per pupil property assessment, and percentage of revenue from local sources. The study also sought to determine the perceived constraints and technical assistance needs of school systems regarding strategic planning. The 139 school superintendents in Tennessee were surveyed to determine the degree of use of strategic planning in Tennessee. Surveys were mailed in early September, 1992. Surveys were received over a period of several weeks. A return …

An Evaluation Of The Principal's Academies Of Tennessee, David E. Wetzel

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The problem related to this study was to determine which components of the Tennessee Principal's Administrator Academy are effective and which ineffective in influencing the principal's performance. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of the Principal's Academy that influences the principal's day-to-day job performance at the local school site. The study also attempted to determine if factors such as age, size of school, per pupil expenditure, number of teachers on the respondent's staff, educational level, school setting, years in present position, years attending the academy had any effect on the administrator's perceptions of the academy. Tennessee …

Friday Report - Vol. 02, No. 09 - November 27, 1992, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1991-1996, Friday Report

No abstract provided.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding minority recruitment, salaries, overtime, maternity leave and library collection development.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 24, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Hannah, Jim. Football Ticket Sales Up, But Miss Goal
• Burnham, Maria. Malcolm X: Movie Opens Eyes, Minds
• Armes, Anya. Higher Education Budget Cuts Signal Ominous Future
• Poyner, Chris. Congregation Perseveres Ashes of Hate – Barren River Baptist Church, Arson, Larry Craig
• Student Helps Police Nab Man – Duncan Gibson
• Higher Education is Still Education
• Johnson, Steve. Editorial Cartoon Higher Education in Hospital
• Smith, Adam. Homosexuality is Morally Wrong – Gays, Lesbians
• Houchens, Gary. Pro-Choice, Not Pro-Abortion
• Reese, Jason. Lou Marciani Rude to Topper Pep Band …

Friday Report - Vol. 02, No. 08 - November 20, 1992, University Of Massachusetts Boston

1991-1996, Friday Report

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 23, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Hannah, Jim. Mice Roam Pearce-Ford Tower – Housing & Residence Life
• Lewis, Brandi. Homosexuals Often Excluded From Society, Workshop Teaches – Gays, Lesbians
• Grundy, Julie. Tuition May Go Up Again
• Some Smokers Kick Habit Today – Great American Smokeout
• David Lee Will Remain Interim Dean – Potter College of Arts & Letters
• Hannah, Jim. Food Services Investigation Will Be Heard by Grand Jury – Dining Services
• Bryan, Angela. Police Look for Rape Suspect
• Bryan, Angela. No Indictments Handed Down in Fight
• Johnson, Steve. Editorial Cartoon …

Ua3/8 Memo: Administrative Change, Thomas Meredith

WKU Archives Records

Memo from WKU President Thomas Meredith to all faculty and staff regarding administrative changes and future of WKU.

Ua11/1 On Campus, Vol. 2, No. 17, Wku University Relations

WKU Archives Records

On Campus newsletter featuring articles about faculty, staff and events at Western Kentucky University. Regular features are:

• College News
• Sponsored Programs
• Hot off the Press
• Personnel File
• Coming Up - Calendar of Events

This issue includes articles:

• Regents Considered Full Agenda Oct. 29
• If We Have to Cut, Where Will We Slice?
• Here are '93-'94 Budget Priorities
• Fife, Dana. Expanded Child Care Serves Campus Better
• Dr. Wei-Ping Pan Named Sumpter Professor
• Dr. C. Wayne Jones is Glasgow Director
• Home Sweet Home was a Cardboard Box
• Turkeys are the Target - ROTC

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Postponed regular business and began retreat.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding salaries, sick leave and faculty hiring.

Bill #92-13-F - Appointment Of Alternate For The Four College Representatives, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Bill to appoint the required alternate representatives.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 22, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Hannah, Jim & Michael Lindenberger. Grand Jury Will Listen to Evidence – Dining Services
• Bricking, Tanya. Programs Not In Danger Yet – Budget
• Lockert, Anya. Hobby Drags Microbiologist Out of Lab – Mark Clauson, Automobile Racing
• Tungate, Matthew. Students in New Coed Hall Left Out in Cold Shower – Zacharias Hall
• Bryan, Angela. Buildings to Set Own Smoking Policy
• Nations, Jeff. Student Government Association Takes to the Airwaves – WWHR-FM
• Wells, Greg. WKYU-FM Fund Drive a Success
• Students Should Take Responsibility for Campus Safety
• Johnson, …

Meeting Minutes, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Meeting regarding elections, Susan Meredith's travel money, president's contract, COSFL and athletics.

Faculty Regent Elect Update, Ray Mendel

Board of Regents Documents

Memo from Ray Mendel to WKU Faculty regarding issues before the WKU Board of Regents, the formation of a Faculty Regent Advisory Committee and critical incidents data gathering.

Resolution R92.11 - Budget Cuts, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Resolution in honor of SGA president Joe Rains for participating in rally in Frankfort and asking the legislature to stop budget cuts.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 21, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Cassady, Pam. We Should Not Kill to Teach That Killing is Wrong – Capital Punishment
• Nevels, Jill. Students Camp for Cause – Shantytown, Homelessness
• Bryan, Angela. Student Who Transferred Says Western is Not Safe – WKU Police, Michelle Schutt
• Lindenberger, Michael. Kentucky Universities Undergoing Revolution
• It’s the End (Zone) for Student Seating – Athletics
• Johnson, Steve. Editorial Cartoon Donors Taking Students Seats – Athletics
• Call Waiting, Waiting & Waiting – Telephone Directories
• Ferguson, Betsy & Patti Jeannette. Students Should Be Able to Designate Fees
• Armstrong, …

Ua2 Memo Re: Faculty Regent Elect Update, Ray Mendel

WKU Archives Records

Memo to the WKU Faculty from Ray Mendel, faculty regent re: work with the Board of Regents, formation of faculty regent advisory committee, meeting schedule and critical incidents research.

Senate Meeting, November 11, 1992, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

Meeting Agenda, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Agenda regarding budget cuts, faculty committees and athletics.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Meeting to discuss Project Western to clean up campus, tuition, letter to editor campaign, retreat, Ogden College programs, Cousteau Society lecture and vending machines.

Meeting Minutes, Wku Council Of Academic Deans

Council of Academic Deans

Meeting regarding course numbers, affirmative action, governor's scholars, frozen positions, faculty development and minimum class size.

Resolution 92-11-F - Drop / Add Fee Waiver, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Resolution to waive drop / add fee when there are substitutions of instructor.

Resolution 92-12-F - Part-Time Instructors Directory, Wku Student Government Association

Student Government Association

Resolution to publish contact information for part-time professors.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 68, No. 20, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Poynter, Chirs. Budget Cuts Put Western in Jeopardy
• Brewer, Mike. Talks Continue with Teamsters – Facilities Services
• Good, Epha. The Cellar: Dances Moved from West Hall to Garrett Ballroom
• College Heights Herald, Western Won’t Sever Ties
• Bryan, Angela. Student Transfers After Fight – Michelle Schutt
• Nevels, Jill. Shantytown an Opportunity to Help Homeless People
• WKYU Listeners Must Put Money Where Music Is
• Johnson, Steve. Editorial Cartoon WKYU-FM Fund Raising
• Vance, Nann. Respect Others in Grise Elevator
• Bledsow, Charles. Fill Diddle Arena for Ralph Willard
• Johnson, …