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Acuta Enews December 1998, Vol.27, No. 12

ACUTA Newsletters

In This Issue

Increase in PICC Charges Delayed

Looking for Answers in '99

Overheard on the Listserve

411 Newsletter Salary Survey

Beefing Up User Support on Campus

Board Report

DC at a Glance

Positions Available

Welcome New Members

The Pan American (1998-12-01), Javier J. Mancha

UTPA Archives - The Pan American Newspaper

47th Year, No. 24

An Examination Of Self-Efficacy In Master’S Level Counselor Trainees, Matthew G. Rushlau

Dissertations

This research is an investigation into changes in individuals’ belief of self-efficacy as they advanced through master’s-level counselor training. Differences were examined between reported levels of beliefs of self-efficacy for a group of 30 master’s students involved in counselor practicum training and 31 master’s students involved in basic counseling coursework. Participants completed the Counselor Self-Estimate Inventory (COSE) (Larson et al., 1992) at the beginning and end of an academic semester. Data generated by the COSE included an overall score on beliefs of counselor self-efficacy along with five subscale scores of various aspects of counseling, consisting of Micro-Skills, Process, Difficult Client …

Perceptions Of The Appropriateness Of The 1998 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award Education Criteria For Assessing Virginia Community Colleges, Dixon B. Joyce

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purposes of this study were: (a) To determine whether full-time teaching faculty and full-time administrators perceive the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award (MBNQA) 1998 Education Criteria for Performance Excellence (ECPE) to be appropriate for assessing Virginia community colleges, and (b) To determine if differences in perceptions exist regarding demographic variables among full-time teaching faculty and among full-time administrators in the use of these criteria to assess Virginia community colleges. Data were collected from a random sample of 129 full-time teaching faculty and 57 full-time administrators using the seven categories and 18 items of the 1998 ECPE. Demographic factors included …

A Qualitative Study Of Four University Teaching And Learning Centers: Activities, Funding, And Evaluation Of Professional Development For Faculty, Melba L. Taylor

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to investigate the activities, funding, accountability, and evaluation of selected teaching and learning centers relative to the professional development of faculty in four-year public institutions of higher education. Using a qualitative research design, in-depth interviews were conducted with directors of four teaching and learning centers. In accordance with the concept of purposeful sampling, the centers chosen for study were located in Virginia, Tennessee, and North Carolina. The following research questions were investigated: (1) What is the primary mission or purpose of teaching and learning centers relative to faculty development? (2) What types of activities …

A Portrayal Of The Work Life Of Tenured African-American Female Faculty Working Within Historically White, Public Institutions Of Higher Education In Virginia, Carol A. Wilson

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to portray the experiences of African-American tenured female faculty employed within Historically White, public institutions of higher education in Virginia. This study is a portrait of the career paths, teaching experiences, institutional experiences, community and personal activities, work life, and the future of African-Americans. The study focused on personal experiences and provided a grounded recording for other African-American female faculty members employed within comparable institutions of higher education. The interviews also addressed educational preparation, mentoring, expectations, frustrations, difficulties, cultural and collegial experiences. Participants' audio taped responses were transcribed. Similarities that evolved from the discussions …

Online Networks In Institutions Of Higher Education: An Assessment Of Student Use, Norbaiduri Ruslan

Masters Theses

Online networks in university campuses are expected to enhance the learning process, an argument founded on the theories of Cognitive Apprenticeship, Situated Cognition, and Social Constructivism. However, the extent to which students use these networks should be a significant predictor of such benefits.

This study investigated the patterns of use of online networks in universities with a survey administered to 299 students enrolled in a random sample of undergraduate classes at Western Michigan University during the summer semester of 1998.

The findings show extensive use of email and the World Wide Web for activities that arguably benefit their education. Other …

A Study Of Faculty Development At Fourteen Community Colleges In The Tennessee Board Of Regents System, James C. Lefler

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to determine the status of and need for faculty development in the 14 community colleges in the Tennessee Board of Regents System. The study examined the status of faculty development, importance of scholarship, perceived needs, preferred faculty development topics, and methods of instruction. A review of demographic characteristics was conducted to develop a profile of TBR community college faculty and to assess the relationship between these demographic variables and the need for and selection of faculty development topics. Data collection was conducted using the Faculty Development Questionnaire . A selective random sample was drawn …

The Impact Of Cocurricular Experience On Leadership Development, Deborah H. White

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

This study investigated the impact of cocurricular activities on leadership development. College graduates recognized as community leaders were selected from three communities in Georgia, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Through survey and interview techniques, the leaders were asked to reflect on high school and college experiences that led to their development as leaders. The study included a focus on differences in experiences of male and female leaders. Developmental influences such as family, mentors, global experience, and the cocurricular activities engaged in during high school and college were explored. Title IX had no impact on increased opportunities for women in this group of …

On Campus, November 30, 1998, Coastal Carolina University

On Campus Newsletter

A Newsletter for Faculty and Staff of Coastal Carolina University. Volume 8, Number 19

Nsu Sports News - 1998-11-30 - Weekly Update - Women's Basketball; Men's Basketball; Nsu Sportsbeat; Baseball/Softball, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Athletics Press Releases

No abstract provided.

Nsu Sports News - 1998-11-28 - Men's Basketball - "Nsu Rally Falls Just Short", Nova Southeastern University

NSU Athletics Press Releases

No abstract provided.

Nsu Sports News - 1998-11-27 - Men's Basketball - "Eckerd Shuts Down Knights, 68-48", Nova Southeastern University

NSU Athletics Press Releases

No abstract provided.

The Spinnaker Vol. 22 No. 14, University Of North Florida

Spinnaker

Student newspaper for the UNF community.

Nsu Sports News - 1998-11-24 - Women's Volleyball - "Morgan Guilty!", Nova Southeastern University

NSU Athletics Press Releases

No abstract provided.

The Pan American (1998-11-24), Javier J. Mancha

UTPA Archives - The Pan American Newspaper

47th Year, No. 23

Nsu Sports News - 1998-11-23 - Weekly Update - Men's Basketball; Women's Basketball; Nsu Sportsbeat; Baseball/Softball - "Delgado Leaves Nsu For Ncaa I Radford", Nova Southeastern University

NSU Athletics Press Releases

No abstract provided.

University Of Northern Iowa Faculty Senate Meeting Minutes, November 23, 1998, University Of Northern Iowa. Faculty Senate.

Documents - Faculty Senate

Meeting minutes from the Faculty Senate of the University of Northern Iowa.

November 23, 1998 Reporter, University Of Alabama At Birmingham

eReporter (campus newsletter)

No abstract provided.

University Of Northern Iowa Faculty Senate Meeting Agenda, November 23, 1998, University Of Northern Iowa. Faculty Senate.

Documents - Faculty Senate

Meeting agenda from the Faculty Senate of the University of Northern Iowa.

Nsu Sports News - 1998-11-21 - Cross Country - "Curtin, Whitesel Fare Well At Nationals", Nova Southeastern University

NSU Athletics Press Releases

No abstract provided.

Nsu Sports News - 1998-11-21 - Men's Basketball - "Short-Handed Knights Fall To Tampa, 88-64", Nova Southeastern University

NSU Athletics Press Releases

No abstract provided.

Nsu Sports News - 1998-11-20 - Men's Basketball - "Knights Pickled By Mt. Olive, 81-62", Nova Southeastern University

NSU Athletics Press Releases

No abstract provided.

The Echo: November 20, 1998, Taylor University

1998-1999 (Volume 86)

Campus Crime – Bill to ‘improve campus safety across the country’ – Vandalism among problems plaguing Ayres Building – Faculty overload reflected in limit to majors, minors – Service learning component to be added to classes – 80s Night–“Saved By the Bell” – International News – National News – State News – Campus Calendar – ‘Jeanne’ Bullock to retire in January: she’ll be missed – “Rhythm & Brass” Christmas Concert – English hall develops relationships through Blood and Fire – Adam Bennett is.. “Dr. Source” – Letter to the editor – Engaging Thoughts – Eating the world: Empathy – Wedding …

Crusader, November, 20, 1998, College Of The Holy Cross

Student Newspapers

The student newspaper for the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts. Articles include coverage of campus events and issues, sports, editorials and special features.

The Pan American (1998-11-19), Javier J. Mancha

UTPA Archives - The Pan American Newspaper

47th Year, No. 22

The Inkwell, Armstrong Atlantic State University

The Inkwell

No abstract provided.

1998-11-19 Faculty Senate Meeting Minutes, Morehead State University. Faculty Senate.

Faculty Senate Records

Faculty Senate Meeting Minutes for November 19, 1998.

The Spinnaker Vol. 22 No. 13, University Of North Florida

Spinnaker

Student newspaper for the UNF community.

Spectrum, Volume 16, Number 9, Sacred Heart University

Newspapers (Obelisk & Spectrum)

Highlights include: SHU debate team heading overseas -- Network problems on the mend -- SHU holds forum on Clinton crisis -- Parking punishment at SHU -- SHU collects for flood victims -- Racist graffiti litters a men's restroom -- Cernera returns to SHU -- Medieval times return to SHU -- Study abroad enriches lives of students -- Cat sneaks into Administration building, finding new forever home with a student -- Runners wanted -- Volleyball finishes at 10-17 -- Runners wrap up season -- SHU swims to first ever win -- Football team breaks six school records en route to winning …