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Full-Text Articles in Vocational Education
Methow Valley As A Classroom: Post-Experience Survey Aand Senior Fair, Brett A. Bartlett
Methow Valley As A Classroom: Post-Experience Survey Aand Senior Fair, Brett A. Bartlett
All Graduate Projects
Methow Valley as a Classroom (MVCR) is a community-school partnership program between the Methow Valley School District and the people of the Methow Valley, a small rural community in North Central Washington state. The MVCR program grew out of a community need for students better prepared to live and work in the real world. During designated periods of the school year, Liberty Bell High School students leave the school grounds and are taught vocational and recreational skills by community members. Entering its seventh year, no formal assessment has been created or administered to determine whether the program is meeting its …
A Model Training Program To Prepare Candidates For Employment In The Service Occupations, Shu-Hsin Chang
A Model Training Program To Prepare Candidates For Employment In The Service Occupations, Shu-Hsin Chang
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of this project was to design and develop a model training program to prepare candidates for employment in the service occupations. To accomplish this purpose, a review of literature regarding service industry trends, employment training criteria and essential service employment skills and knowledge.
Implementing A School-To-Work Writing Program For Secondary Students: Linking Assessment With Instruction, Evelyn Hammer
Implementing A School-To-Work Writing Program For Secondary Students: Linking Assessment With Instruction, Evelyn Hammer
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of this project was to design and develop resources for school-wide writing at the secondary level that focuses on the transition from school to work. To accomplish this purpose, current research and literature on performance-based assessment, linking writing assessment with instruction, writing across the curriculum, and the School-to-Work movement were reviewed. Additionally, eleventh grade students at Auburn Riverside High School participated in the practice of this study with an integrated Pathways School-to-Work writing project and a district-wide writing assessment. Finally, unit overviews, student learning objectives, performance criteria, teaching strategies, assessment and student expectations, and instructional materials were adapted …
A Model Training Program To Prepare Candidates For Employment As Police Officers In Taiwan, George Gwo-Fang Jien
A Model Training Program To Prepare Candidates For Employment As Police Officers In Taiwan, George Gwo-Fang Jien
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of this project was to design a model training program to prepare candidates for employment as police officers in Taiwan. To accomplish this project, a review of current literature regarding training for basic police work was conducted. Additionally related information from Central Police University, Taoyuan, Taiwan, was obtained and analyzed.
An Administrative Guide For Developing A Tech Prep Program For Horticulture Education At South Kitsap High School, Patrick L. Oster
An Administrative Guide For Developing A Tech Prep Program For Horticulture Education At South Kitsap High School, Patrick L. Oster
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of this study was to develop a Tech Prep Program for horticulture education. This program focused on career goals of students enrolled at South Kitsap High School and South Seattle Community College. To accomplish this purpose, current research and literature on Tech Prep models, career paths, and the horticulture industry were reviewed. Additionally, selected materials were obtained from model Tech Prep programs throughout the State of Washington.
School To Work: Community Based Transition Of 18-21 Year Old Students With Mild Disabilities, Jammie Caryle Axon
School To Work: Community Based Transition Of 18-21 Year Old Students With Mild Disabilities, Jammie Caryle Axon
All Graduate Projects
A community based service delivery plan was developed to meet the individual transition needs of 18-21 year old students with mild disabilities. The transition service was designed to ease the movement of students into post-secondary community life by providing prepatory experiences and community linkages. Students may receive services in the areas of recreation and leisure, vocational, and independent living activities depending on individual need.
A Vocationally Approved Peformance-Based Technical Drawing Curriculum, Kevin Hughes
A Vocationally Approved Peformance-Based Technical Drawing Curriculum, Kevin Hughes
All Graduate Projects
The essential parts of a Vocationally Approved Performance-Based Technical Drawing Cuniculurn were developed and based on components of the Washington State Commission on Student Leaming, the Carl D. Perkins Applied Technology Education Act of 1990, the State of Washington Districtwide Plan For Vocational Education, the Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS report) and the recent change from Industrial Arts philosophies to Technology Education philosophies. The grades 9-12 cuniculurn included manual and computer aided Architectural and Mechanical Drafting skills which are used widely in the Drafting fields. 11l
Vocational Education: An Effective Training Program For Post-High School Employment Of Further Training, Buckley D. Evans
Vocational Education: An Effective Training Program For Post-High School Employment Of Further Training, Buckley D. Evans
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of this study was to determine if vocational training taken in secondary comprehensive high schools or skills centers in Washington State had adequately prepared students for post-high school employment or further training. The results of this study were shared with the Governor's Council on Education, Reform, and Funding, the Washington State Legislature, the Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board, and the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. The information and resulting recommendations gleaned from this study will be used in part to shape the future of secondary vocational training in Washington State.
The Extent To Which The Career Guidance And Counseling Component Is Addressed In The Administration Of Tech Prep Programs, Linda Joan Kwasny
The Extent To Which The Career Guidance And Counseling Component Is Addressed In The Administration Of Tech Prep Programs, Linda Joan Kwasny
Dissertations
This study examined the career guidance and counseling component of tech prep projects that were being planned and implemented in Michigan during the 1990-91 school year. A survey was conducted of all eleven consortia operating funded tech prep projects to determine the involvement of secondary and post-secondary guidance professionals in tech prep planning, the extent of articulation of guidance services for regular and special populations tech prep students, and the nature and extent of the career guidance and counseling programs that were being planned for regular and special populations students.
The findings from this study indicate that for secondary and …
Competency Based Assessment In The Professions, Geoff Masters, D Mccurry
Competency Based Assessment In The Professions, Geoff Masters, D Mccurry
Prof Geoff Masters AO
A Follow-Up Study Of A Dropout Intervention Program Utilizing Experimental Counseling Strategies, Cynthia Sue Ferguson
A Follow-Up Study Of A Dropout Intervention Program Utilizing Experimental Counseling Strategies, Cynthia Sue Ferguson
Graduate Theses
The purpose of this study was to determine the long range effects of a seven week summer dropout intervention program. The program featured academic remediation, job skills training and random assignment to one of three counseling models: Multidimensional, group or individual. Twenty-four male and 24 female economically and academically disadvantaged students averaging 15.5 years of age were tested in a pre-test, post-test, follow-up format on measures of dropout potential, locus of control and academic achievement. The Demos Dropout Scale revealed no change in attitude over the nine month period. Results obtained from Rotter's Internal/External Scale revealed a general movement to …
A Study Of Enrollment Trends In Accredited Vocational Programs In Small Schools In North Central Washington, Lyle D. Blackburn
A Study Of Enrollment Trends In Accredited Vocational Programs In Small Schools In North Central Washington, Lyle D. Blackburn
All Graduate Projects
Vocational enrollment trends of small school districts in North Central Washington were studied. Seven school districts located in Okanogan, Douglas and Chelan counties were charted. The data provided by the Office of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction show individual program enrollment as well as total vocational enrollment compared to total high school enrollment. The results support the hypothesis that small schools' vocational enrollment remains constant with regard to high school enrollment. Recommendations were made for further studies, to include a more in-depth study of large schools as well as the smaller schools.
Pre-Academy Placement In The Washington State Patrol: Factors Associated With Academy And Job Performance, Richard Franklin Hamack
Pre-Academy Placement In The Washington State Patrol: Factors Associated With Academy And Job Performance, Richard Franklin Hamack
All Master's Theses
Washington State Patrol Trooper Cadets serve in a number of positions, a number of locations across the state and for varying lengths of time before they are selected to attend the academy. The purpose of the present research was to determine whether these factors were related to subsequent academy performance and job performance.
To that end, 255 cadets hired between 1979 and 1985 were studied. The results indicated that only pre-academy assignment duration was significantly correlated with academy completion and academy performance. Implications for further research and departmental policy are discussed.
A Comparison Of The Predictive Ability Of Selected Variables Upon Success On The American Society Of Clinical Pathologists Medical Technology Registry Exam, Carmine Thomas Somma Jr.
A Comparison Of The Predictive Ability Of Selected Variables Upon Success On The American Society Of Clinical Pathologists Medical Technology Registry Exam, Carmine Thomas Somma Jr.
Dissertations, Theses, and Masters Projects
The use of the Allied Health Professions Admissions Test (AHPAT) as an admission tool to upper level medical technology programs was compared against the most commonly accepted criteria of overall grade point average (OG) and science grade point average (SG). The comparison was based on how well each predicted success on the Board of Registry Exam of the American Society of Clinical Pathologists. The sample population included admission and program data on 129 graduates of a University 2 + 2 Medical Technology Program from 1980 to 1986. The population consisted mostly of white (81.4%) (n = 105) females (83.0%) (n …
The Development & Study Of A Competency-Based Vocational Education Drafting Program, Kenneth Mussnug
The Development & Study Of A Competency-Based Vocational Education Drafting Program, Kenneth Mussnug
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
The purpose of this curriculum project was to develop, revise, and field test a competency based vocational drafting program which was accomplished in four phases. An existing CBVE drafting program, developed by this author, was revised prior to the field test. New modules and audio visual presentations were developed, the program was tested in two vocational programs, and the program evaluated again after the test.
Twelve modules were revised and one new module developed. Nine new slide tape presentations were developed to supplement the modules and existing slide tapes.
The program was tested at the Russellville Vocational School, Russellville, Kentucky, …
Attitude And Opinion Profile Of The High School Vocational Student Versus The Academic Student, Bernard Austin Belstad
Attitude And Opinion Profile Of The High School Vocational Student Versus The Academic Student, Bernard Austin Belstad
All Master's Theses
This paper presents a study of certain attitudes and opinions held by a selected group of High School students. The information thus gained has been used to determine how the students see themselves in their school, home and community environment. From this data, inferences are drawn concerning concepts that influence career or educational choices, The values of High School students are remarkably homogeneous, considering the variety of their backgrounds and their relatively unrestricted opportunities for freedom of thought and personal development, or lack of it.
A Developmental Study To Design, Construct, And Test A Radiographic Phantom For Exposure Programming, Thomas Michael Vogl
A Developmental Study To Design, Construct, And Test A Radiographic Phantom For Exposure Programming, Thomas Michael Vogl
Morehead State Theses and Dissertations
A thesis presented to the faculty of the School of Applied Sciences and Technology in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Science in Vocational Education by Thomas Michael Vogl on August 2, 1978.
Occupational Evaluation In A Small School Setting, Dale L. Miller
Occupational Evaluation In A Small School Setting, Dale L. Miller
Masters Theses
During the 1976-77 school term a study to evaluate the Cissna Park, Unit Six high school occupational education program was undertaken with the cooperation of the administration, guidance counselor, citizens advisory council, and occupational teachers.
PURPOSE: The study was entered into in order to determine future goals and directions for the programs involved. The period of time in which the study was conducted showed declining enrollments in the school district as well as serious financial problems. New information was needed to provide a basis for decisions the board of education would be dealing with concerning programs and staff.
PROCESS: Areas …
Skills Center Orientation Study, William H. Gerald
Skills Center Orientation Study, William H. Gerald
All Graduate Projects
The writer was requested to identify activities which might provide a more effective occupational curriculum at the Occupational Skills Center (OSC), a cooperative facility serving the high school students in the Federal Way, South Central and Highline School Districts.
After reviewing the existing programs, the decision was made to determine the most effective methods of attracting new students to the existing programs rather. than increase the number of classes.
A survey was taken of the current OSC student body to determine how they first became interested in the OSC. In addition, they were asked why other students failed to attend …
A Follow-Up Study Of The Employment Status Of The Two-Year Business And Office Graduates Of The Greenup County Vocational Center, Catherine Miller Chaffin
A Follow-Up Study Of The Employment Status Of The Two-Year Business And Office Graduates Of The Greenup County Vocational Center, Catherine Miller Chaffin
Morehead State Theses and Dissertations
A thesis presented to the Business Education Graduate Committee at Morehead State University in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Business Education by Catherine Miller Chaffin on December 14, 1973.
Washington State Teacher-Administrator Liability In Industrial Education Accidents, Jack Dwane Estep
Washington State Teacher-Administrator Liability In Industrial Education Accidents, Jack Dwane Estep
All Master's Theses
This paper presents the history and development of liability of teachers of industrial education in the State of Washington. The study was designed to give industrial education teachers a basic understanding of tort liability and the ways in which to prevent tort suits. Reconmendations included further investigation of teacher liability insurance and that teachers of industrial education in the State of Washington become more concerned and aware of the potentially hazardous situations in their teaching laboratories.
Occupational Employment Survey Of Yakima Job Market Area, Darrell Allen Estep
Occupational Employment Survey Of Yakima Job Market Area, Darrell Allen Estep
All Master's Theses
This paper presents a study of attitudes held by business and industrial employers in the Upper Yakima Valley. Two hundred and four employers provided occupational data and skill needs pertinent to occupations potentially filled by high school graduates. Evaluation of information has been summarized and placed into one of eight occupational groups.
Recommendations are directed to immediate and long-range vocational curriculum revisions of the Upper Yakima Valley Vocational Cooperative. A review of the literature adds validity to this study.
Special Education Vocational Rehabilitation Cooperative Work Experience In Washington State, James C. Mcconnell
Special Education Vocational Rehabilitation Cooperative Work Experience In Washington State, James C. Mcconnell
All Master's Theses
The cooperative program now has been in operation six years, long enough for both parties to have experienced success and also frustration in their efforts to mold a true partnership. Ten separate programs now operate within this framework; however different personnel and philosophies shape each program in distinctive ways. In any program demanding cooperation between not only individuals but also separate agencies, success or failure is partly dependent upon how well objectives can be shaped for the common good. The intent of this study is to explore how well this shaping process is proceeding, to what degree objectives are cooperatively …
A Study Of Industrial Arts Teaching Problems And Course Content, Robert G. Torney
A Study Of Industrial Arts Teaching Problems And Course Content, Robert G. Torney
All Master's Theses
It is the purpose of this study (1) to investigate industrial arts programs in the Greater Seattle area to discover existing conditions and course content, (2) to research selected national curriculum projects for specific course content which each holds important, and 3) to present conditions which can improve industrial arts and assemble course content for selected subjects in industrial arts. This study is concerned with work toward solution of two of the seven problems cited by Schmitt: "l. Keeping up with advances in technology" and "7. Acquiring and teaching modern concepts of industry."
The Value Of Outlined Worksheets In Developing Beginning Basic Mechanical Drawing Skills In Seventh Graders At Curtis Junior High School, Tacoma, Washington, Paul Earl Van Valkenburg
The Value Of Outlined Worksheets In Developing Beginning Basic Mechanical Drawing Skills In Seventh Graders At Curtis Junior High School, Tacoma, Washington, Paul Earl Van Valkenburg
All Master's Theses
It is the purpose of this study to: (1) critically examine the value of outlined worksheets in developing beginning mechanical drawing skills in seventh grade students; (2) examine the difference, if any, between basic skills acquired by use of outlined worksheets and the conventional method; (3) examine the amount of increased problem solving experiences and the wider range of material presented to the student through the efficient use of time.
A Follow-Up Study Of The Secretarial Science Graduates Of Morehead State University From June, 1960 To May, 1967, Ada Lee Salisbury
A Follow-Up Study Of The Secretarial Science Graduates Of Morehead State University From June, 1960 To May, 1967, Ada Lee Salisbury
Morehead State Theses and Dissertations
An abstract of a thesis presented to the faculty of the School of Applied Sciences and Technology at Morehead State University in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Masters of Business Education by Ada Lee Salisbury in May of 1969.
A Study Of Prevocational Students’ Vocational Choices Versus Actual Job Attainment And Social Adjustment Versus Employability For Educable Mentally Retarded, Ralph Summers Jr.
A Study Of Prevocational Students’ Vocational Choices Versus Actual Job Attainment And Social Adjustment Versus Employability For Educable Mentally Retarded, Ralph Summers Jr.
All Master's Theses
The study was an exploration of what effects a special education-prevocational program had upon employability; social adjustment or personality; vocational level of attainment; and self-realization of abilities.
Selected Materials In The Field Of Industrial Arts For The Slow Learner, Victor Joseph Scarpelli
Selected Materials In The Field Of Industrial Arts For The Slow Learner, Victor Joseph Scarpelli
Graduate Student Research Papers
This study attempts to present materials in all areas of Industrial Arts for the slow learner. While these materials are available to the general public, the effort involved in securing them is most time consuming. No bibliography of Industrial Arts materials for the slow learner has been assembled. Collecting extensive resource materials entails visiting businesses, interviewing people, scanning literature, reading brochures and writing for available information.
A Guide For Expansion Of Course Offerings In General Metals At Shumway Junior High School In Vancouver, Washington, Waldemar R. Schlonga
A Guide For Expansion Of Course Offerings In General Metals At Shumway Junior High School In Vancouver, Washington, Waldemar R. Schlonga
Graduate Student Research Papers
The purpose of this study is to develop a guide for expansion of course offerings in the general metals program at Shumway Junior High School in Vancouver, Washington. This will be attempted through a comparison of the present program with that indicated by present literature of recognized leaders in industrial arts education and others.
Ornament In Ironwork, Lloyd V. Tozer
Ornament In Ironwork, Lloyd V. Tozer
Graduate Student Research Papers
It was the purpose of this study (1) to show ornamentation as it is applied to utilitarian wrought ironwork, (2) to illustrate ornamentation in wrought ironwork, (3) to evidence the use of early American wrought iron, (4) to establish a background of early American wrought iron, and (5) to present ideas on ornamentation of wrought iron for metal working students.