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Full-Text Articles in Education
Teaching Science To Students With Limited English Proficiency Using Cooperative Learning Techniques, Ellen H. Leduc
Teaching Science To Students With Limited English Proficiency Using Cooperative Learning Techniques, Ellen H. Leduc
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
Minimal class participation by students with limited English proficiency and failure of the students with limited English proficiency to pass tests given in the regular classroom were addressed by the implementation of a science program involving strategies for the use of the scientific method of investigation, hands-on activities, experiments, music, creative movements done to poetry, and a science fair exhibit. Cooperative learning strategies were employed, utilizing the bilingual setting to the extent that each student with limited English proficiency was paired with at least two bilingual students who spoke both Spanish, the language of the target group, and English. Special …
Improving Fourth Graders' Attitudes Toward Leisure-Time Reading And Increasing Book Involvement, Deborah A. Beck
Improving Fourth Graders' Attitudes Toward Leisure-Time Reading And Increasing Book Involvement, Deborah A. Beck
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
This practicum describes a reading program that was developed and implemented by the author to improve attitudes toward leisure-time reading with an increased book involvement among elementary students. A target group of 30 students in a fourth grade self-contained class was established for the program. The program contained three basic strategies for improving attitudes toward leisure-time reading with an increased book involvement; read aloud session conducted by teachers, parents, and other adults; daily sustained silent reading periods; and the keeping of a student reading log. The writer measured success by comparing students' pre and post attitude surveys, pre and post …
The Nontraditional Student At Ferris State University: Implications For Recruitment And Retention, Sharon K. Octernaud
The Nontraditional Student At Ferris State University: Implications For Recruitment And Retention, Sharon K. Octernaud
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
As the number of high school graduates decreases, Ferris State University (FSU) will increasingly compete with the other fourteen state universities, community colleges, and private schools for high school students. Therefore, in a effort to maintain current enrollment levels, Ferris will need to recruit actively nontraditional students (students aged twenty-five and older). The recognition of and adaptation to the changes in the Ferris student population are of utmost importance to the university if administrators and faculty are to assess successfully the effects of this population on the institution's academic programs and fiscal health. Prior to this study, no one at …
Improving Academic Achievement And Self Esteem In Secondary Students Through Parental Involvement And Teacher Cooperative Consultation, Linda Douglas Basford
Improving Academic Achievement And Self Esteem In Secondary Students Through Parental Involvement And Teacher Cooperative Consultation, Linda Douglas Basford
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
The purpose of this research was to develop a plan to increase high school juniors' and seniors' academic achievement by one grade level and self-esteem by one level as measured by the North York Secondary School Self-Concept Inventory. Examination of 41 Diversified Cooperative Training (DCT) students' cumulative records revealed that 15, or 37 percent, performed below their abilities as proven by comparing the Intelligence Quotient (IQ) of the Test of Cognitive Skills, Stanine scores on the Total Language portion of the latest Comprehensive Tests of Basic Skill (CTBS), and the first semester grade in their English classes. Pretest results of …
The Effects Of Modeling And Repeated Taped Reading Instruction On The Learning Disabled Child As Ways To Improve Reading Comprehension Fluency And Word Recognition, Anne L. Rokicki
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
This practicum addressed the need to develop an alternative method of teaching reading to learning disabled students who have experienced little success in this area. The necessity for implementation was documented by students' 1989 scores on the Brigance Diagnostic Inventory of Basic Skills, reading portion. A baseline of students’ pre-intervention performance in oral reading, comprehension, and word recognition both in context and in isolation was established. These scores were compared with post-intervention scores and with students' 1990 scores on the Brigance Test, reading portion. The Heathington Attitude Scale was administered pre and post intervention to determine positive changes in students’ …
Educational Goals And Self-Concepts Of Distance Learners At Empire State College, Lowell H. Roberts
Educational Goals And Self-Concepts Of Distance Learners At Empire State College, Lowell H. Roberts
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
The purpose of this study was to analyze the self-reported learning goals and academic self-conceps5 of the College's distance students. The study was intended to help mentors and administrators better understand these students, particularly their objectives in pursuing a higher education and their confidence in their capacities for academic success. The research questions of this Major Applied Research Project were (1) What are the motives of CDL students for undertaking higher learning as indicated by their personal educational goals? (2) How do these students perceive them-selves in terms of certain abilities, skills, and traits related to academic success? (3) How …
A Computer Program To Encourage Middle School Children To Read During Leisure Time, Barbara C. Mareck
A Computer Program To Encourage Middle School Children To Read During Leisure Time, Barbara C. Mareck
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
The excessive failure to read during leisure time rate among the author's sixth reading classes was addressed by the Implementation of an computerized independent reading contest. The author used two theories, the computerized reading contest provides every student the opportunity to read and enter answers to questions independently improves reading skills and increase vocabulary and that every student, regardless of ability, can participate in the computer reading program. Fred Writer (Rogers, 1985) was modified to design a computer program to encourage middle school students to read during their leisure time. The students were encouraged on a weekly basis to visit …
Determining The Computer Literacy Levels Of Vocational Teachers In Southern Nevada And Developing A Computer In-Service Program For Vocational Teachers, James L. Pomeroy
Determining The Computer Literacy Levels Of Vocational Teachers In Southern Nevada And Developing A Computer In-Service Program For Vocational Teachers, James L. Pomeroy
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
The purposes of this study were to ( 1) conduct a study to determine the computer skills level of the vocational teachers in Southern Nevada; (2) design a computer literacy in-service program targeting the specific instructional needs of the deficient vocational teachers; (3) develop a plan for evaluating the in-service training program; and (4) develop an implementation plan for continued computer literacy in-service training and an undergraduate computer literacy training program fer vocational teachers in university teacher training programs. The literature review addressed the first research question by providing the specific competencies for determining the characteristics of computer literacy and …
1990 Commencement - 14th Annual Law School Commencement, Nova Southeastern University
1990 Commencement - 14th Annual Law School Commencement, Nova Southeastern University
NSU Commencement Programs
No abstract provided.
Development, Implementation, And Evaluation Of A Health Promotion Program For Faculty, Staff, And Administration At Trenton State College, Shirley P. Fisher
Development, Implementation, And Evaluation Of A Health Promotion Program For Faculty, Staff, And Administration At Trenton State College, Shirley P. Fisher
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
The purpose of the MARP was to develop, Implement, and evaluate a health promotion program for faculty, staff, and administration at Trenton State College during the 1989-1990 school year. This was completed with a pilot group and plans are to have a well-developed, more inclusive health promotion program in place by the 1990-1991 school year. The population for this study was 33 participants in the experimental group and 32 people ln the comparison group. All of the individuals volunteered to be part of this study. There were eleven administrators, eleven faculty members, and eleven staff members in the experimental group. …
Development Of A Program Planning Model For Use By Schools And District-Level Departments, Claudia Colleen Crawn
Development Of A Program Planning Model For Use By Schools And District-Level Departments, Claudia Colleen Crawn
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
Increasing student population, changing demographics, increasing community expectations and limited resources have combined in the district under study to warrant modification in the planning of educational programs having districtwide impact or significant cost. Interviews with the executive staff within the organization and their program planners verified the need for change in planning major programs. The focus of this study was the evolution of a Program Planning Model to address this need developed in collaboration with the primary decision-makers and program planners. During formulation of the developmental planning phase of this document, additional components were added at the request of the …
Development Of A Generic Model Aimed At Building Self-Love Among Para-Alcoholic Native American Children, Claralynn Merino
Development Of A Generic Model Aimed At Building Self-Love Among Para-Alcoholic Native American Children, Claralynn Merino
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
This report describes an alternative program for building self-love among Native American para-alcoholic, elementary school age children. There is a need to increase awareness of the para- alcoholic behaviors existing in young Native American students. The epidemic of alcoholism on the reservation affects all the children and increases the need for nurturing and love. In a culture where touch is limited, prevention strategies are important. The dysfunctional home and community environment should not interfere in a child's ability to learn. Co-dependent children deal daily with their public self and real self, and need outlets to relieve their tensions. The Love …
Development, Implementation And Evaluation Of An Individualized Microcomputer Training Program For The Center For Advancement Of Education, Paul H. Dane
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
The purpose of this study was to develop, implement, and evaluate an individualized employee microcomputer utilization training program for the Center for Advancement of Education (CAE) at Nova University. CAE is currently experiencing a technology lag in its utilization and sharing of computer technology. The wide diversity of computer related tasks, the uneven skill levels, and lack of center-wide sequential training program has exacerbated CAE's subpar computer utilization. The first stage of the study was to discover the extent of computer literacy within the center. A questionnaire was distributed to all CAE employees. The results of the questionaries showed a …
Improving Communication And Collegial Relationships Within An Elementary School Staff, Carolyn E. Reynolds
Improving Communication And Collegial Relationships Within An Elementary School Staff, Carolyn E. Reynolds
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
The author developed and implemented a program to facilitate communication and improve working relationships among members of an elementary school staff. The purpose of the project was to improve communication and collegial relationships within an elementary school. The program consisted of three components: (1) a series of inservice workshops for faculty to strengthen self-knowledge and understanding of others and to introduce effective communication skills; (2) additional training in team building for team leaders and (3) concrete adjustments in communication mechanisms. The results were mixed. The level of communication and collegial relationships improved, but not to the extent that had been …
Improving Science Vocabulary Of Six Grade Migrant Students Through A Program Of Intensive Direct Vocabulary Instruction, Melba Q. Moran
Improving Science Vocabulary Of Six Grade Migrant Students Through A Program Of Intensive Direct Vocabulary Instruction, Melba Q. Moran
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
The practicum proposal was directed at a targeted group of migrant sixth grade students who were performing below grade expectations in science. Remediation was provided in an effort to improve the migrant students’ comprehension and use of basic scientific terms. The remediation activities enabled students to develop comprehension through frequent purposeful drill and review of key scientific terms. Vocabulary was presented as an integrated activity. Pre and Posttest were administered to the migrant students. Mean scores showed at least a 20 percent increase in performance on unified science curriculum tests. Student grades also improve by at least one letter grade.
The Alumni Network, May 1990 (Vol. Vi No. 2), Nova University
The Alumni Network, May 1990 (Vol. Vi No. 2), Nova University
Alumni Network Newsletter
No abstract provided.
Practitioners' News - Spring 1990, Volume 17, Number 3, Nova Southeastern University
Practitioners' News - Spring 1990, Volume 17, Number 3, Nova Southeastern University
Practitioners' News
No abstract provided.
A Hypertext Computer Assisted Instruction (Cai) Program: Teaching The Disk Operating System (Dos) To Community College Students, David D. Blanchard
A Hypertext Computer Assisted Instruction (Cai) Program: Teaching The Disk Operating System (Dos) To Community College Students, David D. Blanchard
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
Students entering beginning IBM-compatible computer courses have a wide range of experience in the Disk Operating System (DOS). A large number have little or no knowledge and are very apprehensive and anxious. Others have experience and are bored when the rest of the class is learning DOS. A hypertext computer-assisted instruction (CAI) program was developed to teach DOS to a beginning class with J variety of backgrounds. The CAI program was demonstrated in class, and the students used the program in a computer lab, The results showed that more students passed a DOS proficiency test after eight weeks using the …
For Career-Focused Adults Part-Time And Full-Time Degrees Undergraduate, Nova University
For Career-Focused Adults Part-Time And Full-Time Degrees Undergraduate, Nova University
Fischler Postgraduate Course Catalogs
No abstract provided.
The Causes Affecting Attrition Among Industrial Technology Students And A Proposed Program To Increase Retention At Monroe County Community College, Cynthia S. Riedel
The Causes Affecting Attrition Among Industrial Technology Students And A Proposed Program To Increase Retention At Monroe County Community College, Cynthia S. Riedel
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
The purpose of this Major Applied Research Project was to (1) conduct an investigation of students majoring in the industrial technology division to determine the forces which influence attrition and persistence; (2) design a retention program to counter Pie attrition problem; and (3) suggest an implementation plan to increase technology retention at Monroe County Community College. With an increasing attrition problem, decision makers at MCCC supported this study with the hope that a program could be developed to increase technology retention. Six basic research questions were examined: 1. What factors are associated with at-risk industrial technology students at MCCC? 2. …
The Alumni Network, February 1990, Nova University
The Alumni Network, February 1990, Nova University
Alumni Network Newsletter
No abstract provided.
The Development And Implementation Of A Transition Class Work Study Program At The High School Level, Walter L. Surich
The Development And Implementation Of A Transition Class Work Study Program At The High School Level, Walter L. Surich
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
The absence of an effective work study program to provide community based work experience for a high school transition class and the effectiveness of job trainer training procedures was remedied by the development and implementation of a plan to include five educable and trainable transition students and one job trainer at a community work environment. The work study program developed in-class job readiness skills along on-site work experiences at community based work environments to prepare students for societal productive coexistence after graduation. The program also focused on the selection, training, and supervision of a job trainer who exhibited competency in …
Organizing A Program To Increase Fitness Levels In Fourth Grade Students, Warren A. Bell
Organizing A Program To Increase Fitness Levels In Fourth Grade Students, Warren A. Bell
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
A high percentage of students have scored low on health-related fitness tests in the areas of Upper Body Strength and Cardio- Respiratory Endurance. Utilizing the Chrysler/AAU Fitness Program (1989) to screen the students, the author developed a means to supplement physical education classes once or twice per week to improve fourth graders’ fitness levels. After developing and implementing a Runner’s Club and a Fitness Course that was supervised by the fourth grade classroom teachers on an every-other-day basis for 10 weeks, the author was able to significantly improve health related fitness test scores, Appendices include Turkey Trot Guidelines, Pre-Test Fitness …
Increasing Verbal Participation And Self-Concept Through Teaching Across The Curriculum, Linda A. Wolfe
Increasing Verbal Participation And Self-Concept Through Teaching Across The Curriculum, Linda A. Wolfe
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
The high percentage of students lacking verbal participation in schools and experiencing a low self-concept in an above achieving third grade class was addressed by the implementation of teaching strategies across the curriculum. The target group of 25 students was involved in social studies, science, and expressive language activities that were designed to increase verbal participation and self-concept. In addition, the target group engaged in weekly self-concept activities with the school counselor. The comparison of The Student Tally of Participation prior to and after implementation showed the average verbal participation measuring at 60 percent which was four percent above the …
Dialogue Journal Writing In Kindergarten And First Grade Classrooms, Eileen B. Lopez
Dialogue Journal Writing In Kindergarten And First Grade Classrooms, Eileen B. Lopez
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
The lack of daily journal writing opportunities for kindergarten and first grade students was addressed through a series of inservice sessions designed to encourage teachers to provide daily opportunities for journal writing as required by county guidelines. In order to make the activity more effective, teachers were asked to give students written feedback. A parent orientation session provided parents an overview of the goals and objectives of the daily journal writing project. Success of the project was measured through classroom observations, reviews of students’ journals, comparison of students’ pre and post samples and a parent survey. Results indicated that students …
An Analysis Of The Effect Of Sixteen Academic Variables On Completion And Noncompletion Of An Associate Degree Nursing Program, Karon Titus Overmeyer
An Analysis Of The Effect Of Sixteen Academic Variables On Completion And Noncompletion Of An Associate Degree Nursing Program, Karon Titus Overmeyer
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
The continuing decline in the number of applicants to nursing programs combined with the need to ensure that graduates are competent has made essential the development of reliable predictors that more fully assess the potential of all individuals in the restricted applicant pool. The purpose of this study was twofold: (1) to determine which admission and continuation criteria used by Broward Community College's (BCC) Nursing Program could be used as predictors for completion of the program and (2) to determine those students who are at-risk of not completing the nursing program. The independent variables for the study were five admission …
Evaluating The Spartanburg Technical College Management Information System And Recommending Changes To Optimize The System Into The 1990s, Ralph D Jr Waddell
Evaluating The Spartanburg Technical College Management Information System And Recommending Changes To Optimize The System Into The 1990s, Ralph D Jr Waddell
Abraham S. Fischler College of Education ETD Archive
In February 1984, Spartanburg Technical College (STC) installed a Vax 11/750 computer as part of a management information system (MIS). This system was funded through a three-year Federal Title III grant award. Six objectives were established within the grant application. These objectives included the hiring of necessary personnel to establish a computer service center and the procurement of hardware and software to operate a totally interactive and integrated administrative MIS program within the three years of the grant award. The MIS has been installed and operated for five years. To plan for the next five years, the president requested that …
Nova University Graduate Program In Public Administration [1990], Nova University
Nova University Graduate Program In Public Administration [1990], Nova University
Fischler Postgraduate Course Catalogs
No abstract provided.
Master's Programs: Child And Youth Care Administrators Family Support Studies Application Packet 1990-1991, Nova University
Master's Programs: Child And Youth Care Administrators Family Support Studies Application Packet 1990-1991, Nova University
Fischler Postgraduate Course Catalogs
No abstract provided.
Reading Gem Program Overview, Nova University
Reading Gem Program Overview, Nova University
Fischler Postgraduate Course Catalogs
No abstract provided.