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The Effects Of A Progressive Weight Training Program Compared To A Non Weight Training Program On Performances In Track And Field Athletics, Larry W. Pope Aug 1967

The Effects Of A Progressive Weight Training Program Compared To A Non Weight Training Program On Performances In Track And Field Athletics, Larry W. Pope

All Master's Theses

It is the purpose of this study to compare a progressive weight training program with a non weight training program as conditioning methods for performances in track and field athletics.


A Comparison Of The Attitudes Of Teachers And Parents Toward Discipline, James R. Watson Aug 1967

A Comparison Of The Attitudes Of Teachers And Parents Toward Discipline, James R. Watson

All Master's Theses

It was the purpose of this study to measure and compare the attitudes of teachers and parents toward discipline. The null hypothesis on which this study was based was that there would be no statistically significant difference between the attitudes of teachers and parents toward discipline.


A Survey Of Current Trends In Securing Intercollegiate Athletic Budget Funds In State Community Colleges Of Washington, Charles P. Semanick Aug 1967

A Survey Of Current Trends In Securing Intercollegiate Athletic Budget Funds In State Community Colleges Of Washington, Charles P. Semanick

All Master's Theses

The problem of this study was: (1) to survey current practices in securing and budgeting athletic funds in the state community colleges of Washington; (2) to determine the present expenditures for different sports; and (3) to determine the personnel responsible for procuring and budgeting intercollegiate athletics during the 1966-1967 school year.


A Study Of Class Placement For The Educable Mentally Retarded, Lucretia A. Osen Aug 1967

A Study Of Class Placement For The Educable Mentally Retarded, Lucretia A. Osen

All Master's Theses

It was the purpose of this study to (1) examine available research and studies relevant to the subject of placement of the educable mentally retarded, and (2) to determine the effectiveness of the programs for the educable mentally retarded; and to report on the findings in literature as well as interpret the findings in the light of present day situations.


An Analysis Of The Styles Of C. Saint-Saëns And W. A. Mozart With Emphasis On Their Clarinet Compositions, Gerald Kenneth Steele Aug 1967

An Analysis Of The Styles Of C. Saint-Saëns And W. A. Mozart With Emphasis On Their Clarinet Compositions, Gerald Kenneth Steele

All Master's Theses

This paper has represented an effort by the writer to learn something about two major clarinet compositions and about their composers, and to provide for the readers of this paper a means of better understanding Wolfgang Mozart and Camille Saint-Saëns and their clarinet compositions. The study of these compositions has been in connection with the preparation for their performance in a Graduate Recital by the writer. The two composers studied in this project represent two periods of music history, two different styles of composition and two different personalities.


Junior High School Football Program, H. Keith Shahan Aug 1967

Junior High School Football Program, H. Keith Shahan

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this thesis is to study the junior high school football program regarding organization, procedure, and format. This study will attempt to (1) show the basic needs of junior high school age boys, (2) discuss the advantages of the junior high school program, (3) discuss the disadvantages of the junior high school program, and (4) present recommendations for changes which could insure a better program.


A Comparison Of Isometric Exercises And Weight Training On The Development Of Leg Strength And Jumping Ability In Secondary School Boys, Larry Charles Pryse Aug 1967

A Comparison Of Isometric Exercises And Weight Training On The Development Of Leg Strength And Jumping Ability In Secondary School Boys, Larry Charles Pryse

All Master's Theses

It was the purpose of this study (1) to determine the respective effectiveness of isometric and isotonic training in the development of leg strength; (2) to show the relationship of each of the two methods in leg strength development; (3) to investigate the improvement of jumping ability, as revealed through an experimental study; and (4) to compare both methods with the physical education exercises used at Davis High School.


Financing The Athletic Program In The New High Schools In The State Of Washington, Gary H. Brines Aug 1967

Financing The Athletic Program In The New High Schools In The State Of Washington, Gary H. Brines

All Master's Theses

This study was initiated in an effort to discover how the athletic program has been financed in new high schools in the state of Washington.


Variable Reinforcement Schedules On A Teacher-Constructed Test, Michael Stephen Palanuk Aug 1967

Variable Reinforcement Schedules On A Teacher-Constructed Test, Michael Stephen Palanuk

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study was to investigate timing of reinforcement and its relationship to performance on a teacher-constructed test. More specifically, it was concerned with the extent that reinforcement timing influenced learning of seventh grade general science material in physical geology.


A Proposal For The Organization And Development Of The A. C. Davis Senior High School Learning Resources Center, Donna Delchambre Aug 1967

A Proposal For The Organization And Development Of The A. C. Davis Senior High School Learning Resources Center, Donna Delchambre

All Master's Theses

It is the purpose of this study to explore the factors in the development and the initial planning and organization of a traditional senior high school library that is to function as a learning resources center. In pursuit of this study, the library facilities for the new A. C. Davis Senior High School at Yakima, Washington, are used.


A Longitudinal Study Of The Behavioral Patterns Of An Epileptic Child, Ethel M. Smith Aug 1967

A Longitudinal Study Of The Behavioral Patterns Of An Epileptic Child, Ethel M. Smith

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study was two-fold. The first objective was to review research in the area of epilepsy to discover how epilepsy might influence the emotional and social behavior patterns of the child. The second objective was to use written excerpts from a daily record of behavior accompanied by an analysis based on information obtained from library research.


The Development Of Self-Teaching Aids For Library Skills For Morgan Junior High School, Reva Dale Bayless Aug 1967

The Development Of Self-Teaching Aids For Library Skills For Morgan Junior High School, Reva Dale Bayless

All Master's Theses

The problem was the development, organization, and sequential use of visual materials in a junior high program of teaching library skills. The emphasis in the use of these materials was placed upon individual self-teaching.


The Financing Of Outdoor Education In Eight Public School Districts Of Washington State, Jan Ernesto Baldi Aug 1967

The Financing Of Outdoor Education In Eight Public School Districts Of Washington State, Jan Ernesto Baldi

All Master's Theses

This study was concerned with eight of the leading outdoor education school camps which have been organized by public school districts in the State of Washington. The data accumulated answers the following questions: (1) What is the school district's philosophy concerning outdoor education? (2) What type of outdoor education program is offered? (3) What does it cost to operate the outdoor education program? and (4) What is the source of income for the program?


The Administration Of The Counseling Program In The Junior High Schools Of Yakima, Washington, Gregg E. Hals Aug 1967

The Administration Of The Counseling Program In The Junior High Schools Of Yakima, Washington, Gregg E. Hals

All Master's Theses

It was the purpose of this study to (1) establish the need for a sound counseling program in the junior high school; (2) indicate difficulties found when the counseling program serves the administrator rather than the students; and (3) offer positive recommendations for administration of a counseling program of specific value to junior high school students in Yakima, Washington.


A Comparative Analysis Of The Academic Achievement Of The Athlete And Non-Athlete In The Junior High School, Burlan Richard Johnson Aug 1967

A Comparative Analysis Of The Academic Achievement Of The Athlete And Non-Athlete In The Junior High School, Burlan Richard Johnson

All Master's Theses

It was the purpose of this investigation to determine if there was a significant difference between the academic achievement of the athlete and the non-athlete at the junior high school level.


Exploring The Use Of An Operant Technique In Teaching Spelling To Emotionally Disturbed Socially Maladjusted Children, Robert Lloyd Myers Aug 1967

Exploring The Use Of An Operant Technique In Teaching Spelling To Emotionally Disturbed Socially Maladjusted Children, Robert Lloyd Myers

All Master's Theses

In this study an attempt was made to statistically analyze the effects of using money as a reinforcer when teaching spelling to emotionally disturbed, socially maladjusted children. Equivalent forms of the California Achievement Tests and weekly spelling test scores during a four-week, non- reinforced period were compared with similar scores for a four-week, reinforced period.


Comparative Study Of Recitation And Review In Seventh Grade Programmed Geography, Jacob Max Setzer Aug 1967

Comparative Study Of Recitation And Review In Seventh Grade Programmed Geography, Jacob Max Setzer

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of two methods of reinforcing learning gained from programmed material in seventh grade geography classes. The means used for evaluating effectiveness were: (1) comparing retention of the factual knowledge of the material by students exposed to the two methods immediately after completing the material, and, after a time lapse of six months, and (2) comparing the ability of students to transfer their factual knowledge of the material immediately after completing the material, and, after a time lapse of six months.


A Study Of The Relationship Between The Usage Of Communication Media And Passage Of Levies In School Districts In The State Of Washington, Allan Edward Korvola Aug 1967

A Study Of The Relationship Between The Usage Of Communication Media And Passage Of Levies In School Districts In The State Of Washington, Allan Edward Korvola

All Master's Theses

It was the purpose of this study (1) to ascertain the effectiveness of communication media in aiding school districts in the passage of school taxation levies; (2) to determine whether direct or indirect components of communication had a more favorable influence upon the passage of taxation levies.


A Survey Of The Development Of The Green River Community College And The Need For A Handbook In The Adult Evening School Program, Roger E. Rosin Aug 1967

A Survey Of The Development Of The Green River Community College And The Need For A Handbook In The Adult Evening School Program, Roger E. Rosin

All Master's Theses

It was the purpose of this study to trace the history of the Green River Community College and to show the need for the development of a handbook concerned with appropriate method for the adult student.


A Comparative Study Of The Performance Of Students In Gregg Shorthand, Diamond Jubilee Series, And Forkner Shorthand In The Seattle Public Schools, Pearl M. Ribling Jul 1967

A Comparative Study Of The Performance Of Students In Gregg Shorthand, Diamond Jubilee Series, And Forkner Shorthand In The Seattle Public Schools, Pearl M. Ribling

All Master's Theses

It was the purpose of this study (1) to compare end-of-the-year achievement of the students taking Gregg Shorthand with those taking Forkner Shorthand in the Seattle Public Schools, (2) to make an error analysis of student transcripts to determine the kinds of transcription errors that were made, and (3) to determine whether any particular errors were more prevalent in one shorthand system than in the other.


An Evaluation Of The Intermediate Progress Report Of The Wenatchee Schools, Jan Gerry Theriault Jul 1967

An Evaluation Of The Intermediate Progress Report Of The Wenatchee Schools, Jan Gerry Theriault

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study was (l) to evaluate the present progress report extensively and critically; (2) to determine the attitudes and opinions of the teachers and parents toward the present progress report; (3) to make the results of the study available to the school district.


A Study Of Selection, Duties, And Responsibilities Of The Television Teacher, Robert Dean Larsen Jul 1967

A Study Of Selection, Duties, And Responsibilities Of The Television Teacher, Robert Dean Larsen

All Master's Theses

It was the purpose of this study to develop guidelines for: (1) selecting a television studio teacher; and (2) introducing him to his duties and responsibilities.


Effects Of The Chemical Pesticides Ddt And Sevin On Rabbits, James Allen Alban Jul 1967

Effects Of The Chemical Pesticides Ddt And Sevin On Rabbits, James Allen Alban

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of the chemical pesticides DDT (p, p'dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane) and Sevin (1-naphthyl n-methyl-carbamate) on domestic rabbits.


The Relationship Between Criteria For Admittance To The Teacher Education Program And Performance In Student Teaching At Central Washington State College, James Preston Koch Jul 1967

The Relationship Between Criteria For Admittance To The Teacher Education Program And Performance In Student Teaching At Central Washington State College, James Preston Koch

All Master's Theses

At this point, the entrance criteria have an unknown relationship with success or non-success in student teaching. The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between the criteria for admittance into the teacher education program at CWSC and success or non-success in student teaching. Specifically, the purpose will be to identify the predictive utility of the teacher education entrance criteria as they relate to discriminating between levels of success in student teaching.


Developing And Utilizing Audio-Visual Aids In The Naches Valley School District, James P. Ward Jul 1967

Developing And Utilizing Audio-Visual Aids In The Naches Valley School District, James P. Ward

All Master's Theses

The problems confronted by the present study included (1) identifying the strengths and weaknesses of the audio-visual program in the Naches Valley School District; (2) determining possible changes; and (3) implementing changes, if found necessary.


The Suggested Activities For Use In The Development Of A Curriculum Guide For The Educable Mentally Retarded At The Primary, Intermediate, And Secondary Levels, James D. Sayah Jul 1967

The Suggested Activities For Use In The Development Of A Curriculum Guide For The Educable Mentally Retarded At The Primary, Intermediate, And Secondary Levels, James D. Sayah

All Master's Theses

It is the purpose of this study to suggest activities for use in a curriculum guide for the educable mentally retarded in physical education at the primary, intermediate, and secondary levels.


A Study Of Show-And-Tell In Grade One, Rosetta Markovic Jul 1967

A Study Of Show-And-Tell In Grade One, Rosetta Markovic

All Master's Theses

This study was concerned with the importance of existing show-and-tell objectives and with an attempt to make this time of more value to the children. The possibility of improving show-and-tell time is examined by experimenting in the classroom with both the voluntary non-planned and the carefully planned procedure in introducing items and topics to be shared.


A Comparison Study Of The Word Analysis Skills In Five Spelling Textbook Series With The Macmillan Reading Program, Delfina Lidia Prairie Jul 1967

A Comparison Study Of The Word Analysis Skills In Five Spelling Textbook Series With The Macmillan Reading Program, Delfina Lidia Prairie

All Master's Theses

This study is an attempt to select a spelling textbook from one of the five leading publishing houses that will correlate most highly with the~ sequential development of word attack skills introduced in The Macmillan Reading Program from grades two through four.


A Survey Of Small School Instrumental Music Curriculums And Performance Activities In The State Of Washington, Harold Dennis Greig Jul 1967

A Survey Of Small School Instrumental Music Curriculums And Performance Activities In The State Of Washington, Harold Dennis Greig

All Master's Theses

The purpose of this study is to make available information pertaining to the small school instrumental music program in the hope that such information may lead to improvement in small school instrumental music.


Some Fossil Mollusks Of Yakima County, Washington, Raymond Deane Foisy Jul 1967

Some Fossil Mollusks Of Yakima County, Washington, Raymond Deane Foisy

All Master's Theses

This thesis is designed to locate and describe known fossil mollusk sites in Yakima County, Washington. As part of this thesis a detailed comparison of two sites will be given, including identification and a systematic description of the specimens, as well as the correlation and interpretation of the fossil mollusks.