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Leslie Combs And His Life In Chaos, Stanley C. Krippner

Journal of Conscious Evolution

The purpose of this contribution is to review what Leslie Combs described as his “Life in Chaos” and our interaction over the years. Beginning with our meeting at the founding of the Society for Chaos Theory in Psychology in 1991, this tribute traces his journey from early educational challenges to his emergence as a pioneering theorist in consciousness studies. It highlights our decades-long collaboration in the study of dreams, creativity, and the evolution of consciousness, celebrating his enduring legacy as both a brilliant psychologist and a cherished friend.

Keywords: Allan Leslie Combs, Stanley Krippner, chaos theory, systems theory, consciousness …

Award-Winning Teachers’ Perceptions Of The Missouri Leadership Development System’S Principal Competencies As A Factor In Teacher Retention, Shelly Parks

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

This qualitative descriptive study addressed low teacher retention in the U.S. state of Missouri, where ineffective school leadership is often noted as a primary cause for why teachers leave the profession despite the existing Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) principal training. Guided by the job demands-resources theory, the purpose of this study was to explore award-winning teachers' perceptions of MLDS principal competencies as an influence on retention and gather suggestions for refinement. Phase 1 involved surveying 82 award-winning Missouri teachers on the appropriateness of the 41 principal competencies for retention where teachers ranked each competency. Survey data were analyzed to …

P.L.A.Y. For All Pilot: Effects Of A Community-Based, Inclusive After-School Program On Physical Activity And Motor-Skill Outcomes, Allison R. Tsuchida, Karl-Richard Hennebach, Erin E. Centeio

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

After-school programs for physical activity (PA) can contribute to helping children and youth achieve the suggested 60 minutes a day of PA. Previous research also suggests that developing motor competency can positively impact long-term PA participation. Additionally, parent and peer support can help children and youth overcome barriers to PA participation. The primary purpose of this pilot research study was to determine the effects of an inclusive after-school program on PA levels and motor-skill outcomes for children with and without disabilities. A secondary purpose was to examine parental support for physical activity and children’s physical activity and motor skills. 38 …

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Students From Low-Income Backgrounds: Characteristics, Common Barriers, And Initiatives To Better Support Student Success, Michael Sparrow

New York Journal of Student Affairs

Students from low-income backgrounds comprise almost a third of undergraduate enrollment, but most colleges are designed poorly to support these students. This misalignment between the characteristics and needs of students from low-income backgrounds and the typical college environment leads to disproportionately low matriculation, persistence, and graduation rates for this population. This literature review provides an overview of common challenges faced by students from low-income backgrounds and characteristics of these students (including strengths). This literature review concludes by providing an overview of some student-focused initiatives from orientation, first-year seminars, peer mentoring, and others that can help mitigate these challenges and improve …

Student Exploration Of Self And Identity Within The Context Of On-Campus Employment, Jason Foster, Hermen Díaz Iii

New York Journal of Student Affairs

Utilizing constructivist interpretive inquiry, this study examined the role of student employment in the Division of Student Affairs for four current undergraduate students. Findings indicate that student employment provided an important space for student employees to develop an identity-centric sense of self, a sense of belonging, and benefit from culturally competent supervision. Implications for practice are discussed to better facilitate student affairs employment as a place of intentionality and development.

Etsu 125 - Chapter I Website Archive (Html), Committee For 125, East Tennessee State University

ETSU 125 - Chapter I: Events, News, and Resources

This submission contains a copy of the ETSU 125 - Chapter I website (formerly https://www.etsu.edu/125-chapter-1/) as it existed in September of 2025. The file contains a zipped folder with the combined HTML/CSS data from each portion of the archived site. The HTML can be opened in a web browser. The links contained within archived webpages may no longer be active. Many of the documents originally contained within the website can now be found in Digital Commons.

The ETSU 125 - Chapter I site has also been archived in the Internet Archive's Wayback Machine.

09.02.2025 Ored Connect, Liz Williamson

ORED Newsletter

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Open Educational Resources (Oer) Workshop Slides For The Center For Teaching & Learning Annual Seminar, Ian Mcdermott, Rena D. Grossman, Emma Handte

Open Educational Resources

LaGuardia Community College, City University of New York (CUNY) began receiving funds from a New York State Open Educational Resources (OER) grant in 2017. Since 2020 we have offered a spring OER Seminar through the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL). The seminar invites instructors and staff to explore their past, current, or desired use of OER at LaGuardia. Seminar co-leaders present and discuss a variety of experiences with OER, from authoring a textbook to implementing OER in high enrollment courses. The five workshops have been co-led by the library in collaboration with faculty in the Natural Sciences and Mathematics, …

September 2025 Faculty Senate Packet, University Of Nebraska At Kearney Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Packets

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Psychological Immunity Among Jordanian University Students During The Outbreak Of The Coronavirus Pandemic, Dalal Al-Samadi

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The purpose of the study was to investigate the level of psychological immunity and to determine whether there are statistically significant differences at the significance level (α = 0.05) in psychological immunity based on variables such as gender, academic specialization, and age among students of Jordanian universities during the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic. To achieve the study's objectives, the researcher developed a scale to measure psychological immunity. The study sample consisted of 768 male and female students, selected by the convenience sampling method. The findings indicated a high level of psychological immunity among the students. Additionally, the results showed …

Factors Affecting Creative Potential Among Students Of Arts And Design In Private Jordanian Universities, Fatima Samara

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The study aimed to identify the major factors affecting the creativity of students of Arts and Design education, as well as to pinpoint the factors that influence the development or absence of creativity among these students. The study sample consisted of 1,030 Arts and Design students from private Jordanian universities, according to statistics from the Ministry of Higher Education. Students were randomly selected from the academic community, representing approximately 30% of the study population. The survey responses revealed that factors related to educational institutions are the most influential on students’ creativity, while factors related to the students themselves were considered …

Graduate Students’ Attitudes Toward Using Traditional And Electronic Resources In Jordanian University Libraries, Samar Al-Najjar, Mohammad Al-Tarawneh

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The study mainly aimed to identify the attitudes of graduate students in Jordanian universities toward using traditional and electronic sources when visiting university libraries. It also sought to reveal any statistically significant differences in their attitudes based on variables such as gender, course, and university. To achieve these objectives, a descriptive survey approach was employed to collect data and information from graduate students across Jordanian universities. The questionnaire served as the main tool for data collection. The sample was selected using the proportional stratified sampling method and consisted of 220 male and female students from three Jordanian universities: The University …

The Degree Of Employing Electronic Administration By School Principals Within The Green Line From Their Point Of View, Hussein Hijazi, Ahmad Rathwan

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The study aimed to assess the degree of implementation of electronic administration by school principals within the Green Line from the perspectives of the principals themselves. The sample consisted of 170 principals from government schools affiliated with the Directorate of Education for the North District within the Green Line. The study relied on a descriptive survey methodology, and a questionnaire was used to collect the necessary data to achieve the study’s objectives. The results indicated that the participants rated their implementation of electronic administration as high. There were no statistically significant differences at the level of α=0.05 between the averages …

The Problems Facing School Administration In Public Secondary Schools In Jordan From The Viewpoint Of School Principals, Dalal Hawwash, Madian Khamees

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The aim of this study is to identify the problems facing school administrations in public secondary schools in the Directorate of Marka District in Jordan from the perspective of school principals. The study is based on a descriptive survey method, and the study population consisted of 86 principals from the Directorate of Marka District. The study sample included approximately 71 principals chosen randomly. The study tool was a questionnaire prepared by the researchers, relying on several related educational studies and research. It contained 49 items, which were verified for validity and reliability. The study was conducted after necessary statistical treatments …

A Content Analysis Of Pronunciation And Spelling Activities In Action Pack Ten, Sana’ Al-Smadi, Ruba Bataineh, Mohammad Al-Hawamdeh

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

Pronunciation and spelling are crucial skills for any intelligible form of spoken or written communication. Both serve as important indicators—among others—that determine the quality of speech or writing. However, EFL learners often face challenges with these fundamental skills during real-life communication. This content analysis aims to examine whether pronunciation and spelling are adequately covered in the Student Book and Activity Book, the extent to which these activities are emphasized, and their focus within Action Pack 10. To achieve these objectives, a mixed-methods approach was employed, including the development of four content analysis sheets. Frequencies and percentages were used for analysis, …

The Degree Of Early Grade Supervisors' Practice Of Electronic Supervision In Jerash Governorate Schools In Light Of The Reading And Math Initiative From The Perspective Of School Principals And Early Grade Teachers, Mayson Ghatasheh, Ahmad Rathwan

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The study aimed to reveal the degree of practicing electronic supervision by early grades supervisors in Jerash Governorate schools, considering the reading and mathematics initiative, from the perspective of school principals and early grades teachers. To achieve this aim, the descriptive correlational method was used, employing an electronic supervision questionnaire consisting of 25 items. The sample consisted of 325 principals and early grades teachers. The researchers distributed the electronic questionnaire randomly to the sample from schools of education in Jerash Governorate. The results indicated that the degree of electronic supervision practiced by early grades supervisors in light of the reading …

The Role Of Administration In Enhancing Community Partnership In Arab Schools In Beersheba Region, Ayman Abu Hajaj, Nouwar Al-Hamad

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The purpose of this study was to reveal the role of administration in enhancing community partnerships in Arab schools in Beersheba region from the school principals’ point of view. A descriptive survey approach was used to target the principals. The study sample intentionally consisted of all school principals in the region, totaling 100 principals from both genders. To collect data, a questionnaire consisting of 33 items was developed. Three independent variables were further investigated, namely: the school location, the principal's gender, and the principal's years of experience in the post. The results showed that the overall principals' estimate of the …

The Effect Of Using The Snowball Strategy On Reading Speed Among Third Grade Students In Mafraq District Directorate, Noor Al-Khaza'leh

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

This study aimed to investigate the effect of using the snowball strategy on the reading speed of third-grade students in Mafraq Directorate. The researcher employed a quasi-experimental design. The study was conducted on a purposive sample of 34 third-grade students from two selected schools. The experimental group consisted of 18 students, while the control group included 16 students. The results indicated that the use of the snowball strategy significantly improved overall reading speed as well as individual rapid reading skills. The effect size ranged from 16.3% to 33.5%. The study recommended using the snowball strategy in teaching reading skills and …

The Effect Of The Hot Seat Strategy On Listening Comprehension Skills In The Arabic Language Subject Among Ninth Grade Female Students In Jordan, Zikrayat Al-Amro, Raed Mahmoud Khodair, Khaled Al-Omari

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The study aimed to investigate the effect of the Hot Seat strategy on listening comprehension skills in Arabic among ninth-grade female students at Al Mazar Secondary Comprehensive School, under the Northern Mazar District Education Directorate. The participants consisted of 67 female students selected by the convenience sampling method. The students were divided into two groups: an experimental group and a control group. Prior to the intervention, all students were pretested in listening comprehension skills at the beginning of the second semester of 2018/2019. The experimental group received training on listening comprehension skills using the Hot Seat strategy, while the control …

The Effect Of Using Semantic Maps On Vocabulary Learning Among Jordanian Efl 8th Grade Students, Bassmah Fraihat

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

This study investigated the effect of using semantic maps on vocabulary retention among Jordanian EFL 8th-grade students. The participants were 83 female eighth-grade students from two intact sections at Balleh Secondary School for Girls. One group was assigned as the control group, which was taught according to the guidelines of the teacher's book, while the other group served as the experimental group and was taught using a semantic map-based instructional program. The instructional program lasted for eight weeks during the first semester of the 2018-2019 academic year. Data were collected using pre- and post-vocabulary tests. The findings showed statistically significant …

Evaluating The Performance Of The Faculty At Amman Arab University In Light Of 21st Century Skills From The Perspective Of Graduate Students, Mu'en Al-Nasraween, Jehad Al-Momani, Alhareth Abu Hussein

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

This study aimed to assess the performance of faculty members at Amman Arab University in light of 21st-century skills from the perspective of graduate students. The study sample consisted of 364 students at Amman Arab University during the first semester (2019-2020). The results indicated that the overall assessment of faculty performance was moderate. The findings also showed a lack of significant differences attributable to gender. Additionally, no statistically significant differences were found in the means of the "scientific and professional features" dimension. However, a significant bilateral interaction effect was observed between gender and college, with male students in the Business …

The Effect Of A Proposed Educational Program Based On Active Learning In Developing Creative Thinking Skills Among Seventh Grade Students In Jordan, Madian Khamees

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The study aimed to examine the effect of a proposed educational program based on active learning in developing creative thinking skills among seventh-grade students in Jordan. The study adopted a quasi-experimental approach, utilizing an experimental group and a control group. The main research tool was a creative thinking scale developed by the researcher, whose validity and reliability were confirmed through appropriate statistical methods. The sample consisted of 68 seventh-grade students from Abdellatif Abidin Primary School in Marka Directorate of Education. The experimental group, consisting of 34 students, studied the units "Household Electrical Wiring" and "Traffic Awareness" using the proposed active …

Development Of A Tool To Measure Creative Thinking And Its Use In Assessing The Level Of Creative Thinking Skills Among Jordan University Students, Sahar Obaid, Ferial Abu Awwad

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The study aimed to develop a scale for measuring creative thinking, evaluate its validity and reliability, and apply it to students at the University of Jordan. Two equivalent forms of the scale Form (A) and Form (B) were created, each consisting of 14 questions. The scale was administered to a sample of 73 male and female undergraduate students, who were randomly divided into two groups: 37 students completed Form (A), and 36 students completed Form (B). The results indicated that the scale possesses appropriate psychometric properties. The reliability coefficients, measured by internal consistency, were 0.926 for Form (A) and 0.924 …

The Effectiveness Of The Constructivist Learning Model In The Academic Achievement Of Regular Students And Students With Learning Difficulties In Mathematics In Inclusive Basic Schools In Amman, Mohammed Sakarneh, Munther Al-Sweilemian

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The current study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the Constructivist Learning Model in the achievement of fourth-grade students with and without learning disabilities in mathematics in inclusive Jordanian basic schools in Amman. To answer the research questions, the researchers employed a quasi-experimental design, utilizing pre- and post-achievement tests along with the teacher's guide to collect data. Data analysis was conducted using the t-test, one-way ANOVA, and Scheffé post-hoc test. The results indicated that the constructivist theory is effective in teaching both students with and without learning disabilities in the fourth grade in inclusive Jordanian basic schools. Additionally, there were …

Class Diversity And Choice Of Educational Stream Based On The Preferences Of Tenth Grade Public School Students In The Jordanian Capital, Amman, Rajaa Al-Hattab

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

The study aimed to identify class diversity and the choice of educational stream based on the preferences of tenth grade public school students in the Jordanian capital, Amman. The researcher employed a descriptive-analytical method throughout the study. The sample consisted of 358 tenth-grade students during the 2018/2019 academic year. The study concluded that parents, educational institutions, teachers, and educational supervisors should work to improve students' awareness and culture regarding the selection of their educational stream. Additionally, the study recommended increasing research related to this subject.

Psychometric Properties Of The Jordanian Picture Test From The Wexler-4 Intelligence Scale In Sign Language For The Deaf (Ages 6–16.11 Years), Samer Abu Drea, Farouq Al-Rawsan

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

This study focuses on developing and validating a Jordanian version of the WISC-4 intelligence scale in sign language for deaf children aged 6 to 16.11 years. The aim is to assess the psychometric properties, including validity and reliability, of this version to serve as a trustworthy tool for measuring the cognitive abilities of deaf children in Jordan using sign language, aligned with their linguistic and cultural characteristics. A descriptive approach was employed, and the sample consisted of 413 deaf children from various regions across the country. The results demonstrated that the Jordanian version exhibits high content validity, with strong correlations …

Literary And Artistic Property Rights Between Regular Courts And Administrative Courts: A Comparative Study Of Jordan And Egypt, Noor Al-Hindi

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

This study addresses literary and artistic property rights within the context of the ordinary and administrative judiciary, focusing on the legal framework for the deposit of these rights under the Jordanian and Egyptian Copyright and Neighboring Rights Protection Laws. The research findings indicate that legal deposit is an obligation of the rights holders of the work to submit a copy of the published work to a government authority. In Egypt, the rights holder is required to submit a licensing application to the General Department for the Control of Works, accompanied by certain data. The department is responsible for maintaining records …

Evaluation Of Mobility And Functional Balance In Elderly Individuals With Type 2 Diabetes Based On Selected Kinematic Variables, Osama Abdel Fattah, Khaled Atiyat, Thamer Al-Manaseer

Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series

This study aims to evaluate the kinematic indicators in the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test and the level of functional balance in the study sample according to the Berg Balance Scale. Additionally, it examines the relationship between BMI and the duration of diabetes with the values of kinematic indicators in the study sample in the TUG test and the level of functional balance on the Berg Balance Scale. Furthermore, it explores the relationship between the values of the kinematic indicators in the TUG test and the level of functional balance. To achieve this, the researchers employed a descriptive approach …