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Articles 1531 - 1560 of 1562
Full-Text Articles in Education
A Six-Weeks Individualized Curriculum Guide In Construction Technology For Junior High School Students, Dan R. Deetz
A Six-Weeks Individualized Curriculum Guide In Construction Technology For Junior High School Students, Dan R. Deetz
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The problem of this study was to develop a six-week self-contained module for teaching Construction Technology on residential house framing to junior high school students. The unit covered various areas of construction involving framing procedures. Three important areas of study have been developed. They include floor framing, wall framing and roof framing.
The Effectiveness Of The Exploratory Distributive Education Course (De 8) On Student Choice Of Fundamentals Of Distribution (De 10) At Abingdon High School, Paula J. Hill
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
Since the exploratory courses were intended to provide students a broader outlook for making decisions concerning their occupational preparation, it was necessary to determine what effect the DE 8 course had on student selection of DE 10 at Abingdon High School. Therefore, it was proposed that the exploratory DE 8 course had no effect on student choice in selecting Fundamentals of Distribution (DE 10) as a tenth grade elective course.
A Technical Study Evaluating The Three Major Brands Of Spark Plugs, Kenneth J. Brumley
A Technical Study Evaluating The Three Major Brands Of Spark Plugs, Kenneth J. Brumley
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
In this research study the researcher will prove which spark plugs will perform the best in all operating conditions. These conditions are structural strength, anti-fouling characteristics, carbon tracking resistance, extended operational performance, high temperatures, high pressures, high voltage, seal ability, combustion performance, and the ability to resist detonation and pre-ignition.
The Identification And Validation Of The Minimum Competencies For Woodworking I And Woodworking Ii Curriculums In Virginia, Lawrence W. Thrasher
The Identification And Validation Of The Minimum Competencies For Woodworking I And Woodworking Ii Curriculums In Virginia, Lawrence W. Thrasher
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The following objectives were followed as guides. The researcher would: 1. Validate a prepared list of identified woodworking competency tasks by means of a survey submitted to the advisory committee; 2. Develop those competency tasks selected by the advisory committee into competency based instructional units; 3. Validate the prepared list of developed competency based instructional units by means of a survey submitted to the advisory committee; 4. Prepare and submit to the research director a list of the validated competency based instruction units.
A Study To Determine Virginia Industrial Arts Teacher's Knowledge Of Terms Associated With The Metric System Of Measurement, Samuel P. Bowers
A Study To Determine Virginia Industrial Arts Teacher's Knowledge Of Terms Associated With The Metric System Of Measurement, Samuel P. Bowers
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
This problem was answered by focusing on the following questions: 1. Are Industrial Arts teachers in the state of Virginia ready to teach the metric system of measurement in their shops? 2. Do the Industrial Arts teachers in Virginia understand the common terms, their conversion to English, and prefixes associated with the metric system of measurement?
A Survey Of Selected Business Teachers And Business Students In Four Norfolk Public High Schools Of Their Opinions Of Various Aspects Of The Phase Elective Program, Linda R. Dickens
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
It is hoped that in this study students' and teachers' opinions of the Phase Elective Program can be evaluated. The study examines the following questions: 1. Do teachers and students feel that the classroom instruction has improved in the nine-week phases? 2. Does the Phase Elective Program capitalize on teacher expertise? 3. Do teachers and students feel that the Phase Elective Program meets the students' educational needs and interests better than the traditional program?
A Projection Of Student Enrollment In Industrial Arts At Old Dominion University 1978-1982, Donald James Buchanan
A Projection Of Student Enrollment In Industrial Arts At Old Dominion University 1978-1982, Donald James Buchanan
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The problem of this study is to establish a data base on enrollment in Industrial Arts at Old Dominion University through 1982. Data concerning industrial arts majors and graduates will be analyzed to identify a possible trend in enrollment. Questions which further delineate the problem and provide specific direction for the study are: 1. What has been the enrollment in industrial arts at Old Dominion University during the past 10 years? 2. What enrollment figures can be expected in industrial art at Old Dominion University during the next 5 year period? 3. Can changes in FTE enrollment be attributed to …
A Study To Determine The Relationship Between The Degree Of A Student's Intelligence To The Degree Of His Trade Skill In Vocational Fields, David Bunin
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The purpose of this study was to provide educators information regarding a correlation between intelligence and mechanical skill. Information was compiled to solve this problem by answering research questions. These included: 1. To determine if intelligence was a factor in how proficiently a student performs at his trade; 2. To indicate the variable importance to the elevation of skill levels.
Relevancy Of Equipment Maintenance To The Everyday Activities Of Secondary Industrial Arts Teachers In Virginia Beach Public Schools, Jeffrey Mark Forman
Relevancy Of Equipment Maintenance To The Everyday Activities Of Secondary Industrial Arts Teachers In Virginia Beach Public Schools, Jeffrey Mark Forman
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
This study sought to identify the amount of time and effort spent on equipment maintenance by industrial arts teachers in the Virginia Beach City Public School system. Questions important to the study are: 1. What part of the school day do teachers use to maintain equipment? 2. Does proper equipment maintenance take away from the teacher's instructional duties? 3. Do industrial arts teachers have the competency needed to properly maintain most equipment?
The Cognitive Ability Requirements Of Vocational Education: A Role For Elementary Industrial Arts, E. Bryan Newsome
The Cognitive Ability Requirements Of Vocational Education: A Role For Elementary Industrial Arts, E. Bryan Newsome
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The problem associated with substituting vocational education for general education is examined in three areas: 1. the vocational development patterns of American students; 2. the skills necessary for occupational success; 3. the skills required for vocational training.
A Comparative Study Of The Practices Followed By Selected Colleges And Universities In Placing Students With Previous Typewriting Experience In The Various Levels Of College Typewriting Instruction, Patricia Tynes Tompkins
A Comparative Study Of The Practices Followed By Selected Colleges And Universities In Placing Students With Previous Typewriting Experience In The Various Levels Of College Typewriting Instruction, Patricia Tynes Tompkins
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The primary purpose of this research is to make a comparative study of the ways that selected colleges and universities in the Southern Business Education Association region handle the problem of placing students with prior typewriting instruction into the various levels of college typewriting instruction.
A Math Curriculum For Retail Buying (Ecide 306) Old Dominion University, Betty Bradshaw
A Math Curriculum For Retail Buying (Ecide 306) Old Dominion University, Betty Bradshaw
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The problem was to determine what math skills should be taught in the Retail Buying class (ECIDE 306) at Old Dominion University. Given the determination of math required, a second phase as to develop a competency based curriculum guide to be used.
The Development Of A Competency-Based Simulation Curriculum For Fashion Merchandising I In Virginia Beach Public Schools, Teresa Fary
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The request was made by the City Supervisor of Distributive Education for Virginia Beach City Schools to undertake the task of establishing a simulated competency-based curriculum for Fashion Merchandising I in Virginia Beach City Schools.
A Follow Up Study Of I. C. Norcom High School Machine Technology Graduates, Robert Benjamin Shirk
A Follow Up Study Of I. C. Norcom High School Machine Technology Graduates, Robert Benjamin Shirk
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
This study sought to identify the accountability of the machine technology curriculum at I. C. Norcom High School. The perception of the curriculum graduates and their employers were utilized in this study to answer three basic questions: 1) What percentage of the curriculum graduates are now employed in occupations relating to machine technology and/or allied occupations? 2) What is the effectiveness of the machine technology curriculum as observed by the graduates of the curriculum for the attainment of employment? 3) What is the effectiveness of the machine technology curriculum for preparing the graduates for employment as observed by the employers …
The Comparison Of Industrial Arts Teachers' Attitudes Toward The American Industrial Arts Student Association, James R. Doyle
The Comparison Of Industrial Arts Teachers' Attitudes Toward The American Industrial Arts Student Association, James R. Doyle
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
This study is designed to determine the reasons and possible solutions for the low teacher-advisor participation in the Tidewater area, and their attitudes toward the American Industrial Arts Student Association. The results of the study should determine why certain teachers have American Industrial Arts Student Association chapters; the reasons why certain teachers are totally against advising AIASA chapters; some of the benefits of advising a chapter; and finally what incentives the state and district associations could offer to promote more individual chapters.
A Study To Determine A Need For In-Service Training For Virginia Beach Industrial Art Teachers Related To Career Education, Ronald R. Garrison
A Study To Determine A Need For In-Service Training For Virginia Beach Industrial Art Teachers Related To Career Education, Ronald R. Garrison
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The purpose of this study was to determine a need for in-service training for Virginia Beach industrial arts teachers related to career education. Virginia Beach industrial arts teachers were sent a questionnaire dealing with statements commonly made about career education. The results showed that the teachers misunderstood many of the basic concepts of career education.
Mechanical Drawing I: Orthographic Drawing, John Rickman
Mechanical Drawing I: Orthographic Drawing, John Rickman
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
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A Comparative Study To Determine Teacher Attitudes Toward Teaching Traditional Industrial Arts Versus Industrial Arts Curriculum Project, Larry W. Hoskins Sr.
A Comparative Study To Determine Teacher Attitudes Toward Teaching Traditional Industrial Arts Versus Industrial Arts Curriculum Project, Larry W. Hoskins Sr.
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The hypothesis of this study is that the attitude of Industrial Arts teachers towards teaching the IACP curriculum compared to the teaching of the traditional curriculum is that they prefer to teach the traditional program rather than the IACP program.
A Follow-Up Study Of 1977 Graduates From The Newport News Public Schools, Joseph E. Pink
A Follow-Up Study Of 1977 Graduates From The Newport News Public Schools, Joseph E. Pink
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
This study will seek to answer the following questions: 1. What are the percentages of those June 1977 high school graduates who successfully completed a vocational program and are currently employed in a related area? 2. How do the percentages of employed and unemployed vocational educational completors compare industrial arts students who have completed two year unit courses at the 11th and 12th grade level who graduated in June 1977? What are the percentages of employed and unemployed non-vocational education students that graduated in June 1977? 4. What are the percentages of those June 1977 high school graduates who felt …
Identify Competencies For Teachers Of The "World Of Transportation" In Industrial Arts, James Alexander Roth
Identify Competencies For Teachers Of The "World Of Transportation" In Industrial Arts, James Alexander Roth
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
It is the purpose of this study to determine and list the competencies needed by teachers of "World of Transportation" for evaluation by those concerned.
Investigating Methods Of Accelerating The Seasoning Of Wood Blanks For Bowl Turning, Myron W. Curtis
Investigating Methods Of Accelerating The Seasoning Of Wood Blanks For Bowl Turning, Myron W. Curtis
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The purpose of the study was to establish through experimental research an improved method of accelerating the seasoning of bowl blanks. Specifically the study was conducted to determine: 1. Whether a worthwhile method or methods were available for accelerating the seasoning of wood bowl blanks; 2. Whether the blanks were of suitable quality; 3. Whether the method or methods present a worthwhile learning experience; 4. Whether the unseasoned wood and the equipment used in seasoning were available, safe, and within reasonable financial means.
Visual-Motor Skill Development In Learning Disabled Diagnosed Students Utilizing Industrial Arts Methods, Vernon M. Fueston Jr.
Visual-Motor Skill Development In Learning Disabled Diagnosed Students Utilizing Industrial Arts Methods, Vernon M. Fueston Jr.
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The purpose of this study was to determine the worth of an industrial arts unit of instruction in improving visual-motor development in Learning Disabled students.
A Curriculum Guide For Windmills, Bentley R. Harrell
A Curriculum Guide For Windmills, Bentley R. Harrell
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
No abstract provided.
A Comparison Of The Individualized And Traditional Approaches To Student Achievement In Photography At Churchland High School, James Earl Perkinson
A Comparison Of The Individualized And Traditional Approaches To Student Achievement In Photography At Churchland High School, James Earl Perkinson
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The hypothesis for this research project is that there is no significant difference between the achievement of students taught photography by the traditional and "Individualized Learning Packets" approaches.
A Study Of Employment Opportunities And Job Requirements For Entry-Level Stenographic Occupations In Suffolk, Virginia Businesses, Margaret Wishon Willett
A Study Of Employment Opportunities And Job Requirements For Entry-Level Stenographic Occupations In Suffolk, Virginia Businesses, Margaret Wishon Willett
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
Answers were sought to the following questions: 1. Are there stenographic positions available in the Suffolk, Virginia business community for the inexperienced worker who has had stenographic training? 2. Do employers have a preference as to the educational training of their beginning stenographic employees? 3. What skills, knowledge and personal qualities do employers expect from beginning stenographic workers? 4. If there are stenographic positions open to inexperienced stenographers, are these employees adequately trained to fill the positions? If not, what areas need improvement?
A Study Of The Homemaking Activities Of Boys In The Junior And Senior High Schools At Norfolk, Virginia, Charles Don Mcadams
A Study Of The Homemaking Activities Of Boys In The Junior And Senior High Schools At Norfolk, Virginia, Charles Don Mcadams
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
No abstract provided.
The Vocational Selections Of Industrial Arts Graduates Of The School Of Education Old Dominion University, Willis H. Alexander
The Vocational Selections Of Industrial Arts Graduates Of The School Of Education Old Dominion University, Willis H. Alexander
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
No abstract provided.
A Job Description For Distributive Education Personnel Having A Cooperative Vocational Program On The Secondary Level In The State Of Virginia, Daniel J. Graves
A Job Description For Distributive Education Personnel Having A Cooperative Vocational Program On The Secondary Level In The State Of Virginia, Daniel J. Graves
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
No abstract provided.
A Study To Determine The Feasibility Of Implementing The Senior Intensified Retail Selling Program In The Four Senior High Schools In Hampton. Virginia, Virginia Cooke Johnson
A Study To Determine The Feasibility Of Implementing The Senior Intensified Retail Selling Program In The Four Senior High Schools In Hampton. Virginia, Virginia Cooke Johnson
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
The following researching questions guided this study: 1. Do a sufficient number of those students identified as lacking job entry skills have an interest in taking the senior intensified retail selling program to warrant its establishment? 2. In the community where these students will seek work, are the local retail selling job opportunities sufficient for the enrollment? 3. Are facilities and equipment necessary to teach this course available in the local high schools? 4. Is there enough time available in the teaching schedules of the Distributive Education coordinators to allow the addition of the new senior intensified retail selling program?
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University Journal Article Critiques, David Joyner
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University Journal Article Critiques, David Joyner
OTS Master's Level Projects & Papers
A Report Submitted to Dr. Dewey A. Adams in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for EDVT 6073 Evaluation and Accountability in Vocational and Technical Education