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Post-Oppositional Culture Theory: Counter Narratives Of African American Preservice Teachers, Sonya Victoria Scott
Post-Oppositional Culture Theory: Counter Narratives Of African American Preservice Teachers, Sonya Victoria Scott
Theses Digitization Project
This study seeks to counter the social narrative that African Americans resist schooling by examining African American post baccalaureate college students that have developed a passion for learning as demonstrated in their persistence and motivations to enter the teaching profession. Racially correlated disparities prevalent in standardized test scores, high school dropout rates and college eligibility remain one of the most pervasive educational dilemmas facing public schools across the nation. African Americans are identified as significantly under performing when compared to the average performance of white students.
Perceived Parental Involvement Among Mexicans, Jose Rosas Hernandez
Perceived Parental Involvement Among Mexicans, Jose Rosas Hernandez
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to conduct a descriptive analysis of the effect of parental involvement on educational engagement among Mexican children. This study utilized a sample of 50 Mexican parents surveyed at the Rubidoux Swap meet in Rubidoux, California to examine parental involvement in their child's education. A quantitative data analysis was utilized.
The Relationship Between Educational Attainment And Mindfulness Practice, Carlos Anthony Castro
The Relationship Between Educational Attainment And Mindfulness Practice, Carlos Anthony Castro
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to identify what possible correlations exist between education level and the utilization of mindfulness practice with regards to self-care among direct practice mental health professionals and paraprofessionals. Data were gathered from surveys distributed to mental health practitioners in San Bernardino County. The sampling for this study included 63 subjects currently providing mental health services in San Bernardino County.
Effectiveness Of A Research-Based Reading Development Intervention In 2nd Grade Children, Kinsi Dawn Franzwa
Effectiveness Of A Research-Based Reading Development Intervention In 2nd Grade Children, Kinsi Dawn Franzwa
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project is to develop a reading program for second grade children that is based on research. Reading development is a complex process impacted by a wide array of neurobiological, cognitive, social, and other related factors.
Characteristics Of Foster Children Who Graduate High School And Those Who Do Not, Veronica Jacques Haro
Characteristics Of Foster Children Who Graduate High School And Those Who Do Not, Veronica Jacques Haro
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the characteristics which impede foster youth from achieving academic success in high school. Several of the characteristics which impede them from attaining their high school diploma are dependent on how many times they have changed placements. Moving to a new placement not only affects a foster youth's academic records and grades but it also affects their emotional stability.
Classroom Self-Regulation And Variations In Cardiovascular Activity Predict Reading Achievement, Derek Raymond Becker
Classroom Self-Regulation And Variations In Cardiovascular Activity Predict Reading Achievement, Derek Raymond Becker
Theses Digitization Project
This thesis investigates if variations in cardiovascular reactivity measured during an attention eliciting stressor improved the prediction of a child's total reading achievement scores, above that accounted for by classroom self-regulation.
The Harm In Being A Man: Gender Self-Stereotyping Moderates The Relation Between The Motivation To Achieve And Performance, John Joseph Haller
The Harm In Being A Man: Gender Self-Stereotyping Moderates The Relation Between The Motivation To Achieve And Performance, John Joseph Haller
Theses Digitization Project
In this thesis, it is proposed that when indivduals apply cultural stereotypes about their social group to their self-concept, a phenomenon known as self-stereotyping happens. It can moderate the relation between achievement motivation and performance outcomes particularly in situations that have implications for gender.
Do Teachers' Perceptions Of Students Success Differ Between Students In Foster Care And Students Who Are Not In Foster Care, Nira Ortega Mejias
Do Teachers' Perceptions Of Students Success Differ Between Students In Foster Care And Students Who Are Not In Foster Care, Nira Ortega Mejias
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to assess teacher's perceptions of academic and life success among high school students in foster care in comparison to high school students who are not in foster care. The intent of the study is to examine whether teachers view students who are in foster care placement differently than students who are not in foster care. 36 teachers from two local high schools in Riverside and San Bernardino County were selected to participate in the study.
The Perceived Educational Barriers Of Foster Youth: Social Workers' Perspectives, Barbara Marruth Castro, Nancy Ramirez
The Perceived Educational Barriers Of Foster Youth: Social Workers' Perspectives, Barbara Marruth Castro, Nancy Ramirez
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to assess social worker perspectives on challenges that foster youth encounter in attaining adequate educations. Social workers need to be able to identify the best services and resources that will help this population continue their educational advancement.
Effects Of Residential And School Mobility On Foster Children's Academic Performance, Brigette Vanessa Miller, Mabel Salvatierra
Effects Of Residential And School Mobility On Foster Children's Academic Performance, Brigette Vanessa Miller, Mabel Salvatierra
Theses Digitization Project
When Child Protective Services (CPS) enters the picture assisting hard shipped families, the child may get placed in a foster home thus starting the cycle of mobility-the child is often moved from one home to another, one school to another resulting in a lack of residential and academic continuity for the child, which in turn results in negative effects in behavior, emotions and academia.
An Examination Of The Direct Versus Indirect Effects Of Parenting Behavior On Academic Achievement: The Potential Role Of Perceived Competence And Motivational Orientation, Ana Veronica Garcia
An Examination Of The Direct Versus Indirect Effects Of Parenting Behavior On Academic Achievement: The Potential Role Of Perceived Competence And Motivational Orientation, Ana Veronica Garcia
Theses Digitization Project
Examines the interrelationships among parenting styles, children's perceived competence, and children's academic motivation. A correlational-regressional approach was used to test the hypothesis that perceived parent responsiveness and expectations would be positively correlated with children's perceived competence, motivation, and academic achievement. The sample consisted of 50 fourth, fifth and sixth grade students from an ethnically diverse Southern California private school. The correlations among perceptions of competence, preference for challenge (i.e., motivational orientation), and achievement were supported. However, the correlations among the parenting behavior were only partially supported.
Goal Orientation, Ethnicity, And Achievement Of Middle Elementary Students, Carl Phillip Koehnke
Goal Orientation, Ethnicity, And Achievement Of Middle Elementary Students, Carl Phillip Koehnke
Theses Digitization Project
Examines goal orientation, ethnicity, gender, and achievement variables of 149 elementary school children (grades 3-5) at a Southern California elementary school. Research was conducted using a 2 x 2 goal orientation matrix that included mastery-approach, mastery-avoid, performance approach, and performance-avoid constructs. California Standards Test (CST) were used to determine achievement. Results supported the hypothesis that there would be no differences based on ethnicity, gender, or grade level. Statistically significant differences were found in the mastery-avoid goal because of class subject. Also, mastery-avoid was found to have a negative correlation to high test scores as measured by CST.
Motives As A Factor In Acculturation Among Asian International Students, Kevin Ha Hy
Motives As A Factor In Acculturation Among Asian International Students, Kevin Ha Hy
Theses Digitization Project
This research examined the relationships between international students' acculturation levels and their motives for study abroad, residency intentions regarding the United States, English proficiency, and length of residency in the United States. Implications are discussed, including how the understanding of students' motives can be used in counseling and recruitment of international students.
Extended Opportunity Program And Service, And Cooperative Agencies Resources For Education For Welfare Students In Pursuit Of A Post-Secondary Education, Carmella Marie Martinez
Extended Opportunity Program And Service, And Cooperative Agencies Resources For Education For Welfare Students In Pursuit Of A Post-Secondary Education, Carmella Marie Martinez
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the relationship between participation in one community college EOPS & CARE program and participant sense of preparedness for self-sufficiency.
The Effects Of Perceived Parental Educational Involvement, Acculturation And Self-Esteem On The Academic Performance And Aspirations Of Mexican-American Adolescents, Francisco David Carranza
The Effects Of Perceived Parental Educational Involvement, Acculturation And Self-Esteem On The Academic Performance And Aspirations Of Mexican-American Adolescents, Francisco David Carranza
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of parental educational involvement, acculturation and self-esteem on the academic performance and academic aspirations of Mexican American adolescents.
Predictors And Criteria Of Success In The Master's Of Science Industrial/Organizational Program: A Case Study, Alexius Cheang Weng Onn
Predictors And Criteria Of Success In The Master's Of Science Industrial/Organizational Program: A Case Study, Alexius Cheang Weng Onn
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this research is to find additional predictor variables specifically with regard to graduate student success in the Master of Science (M.S.) Industrial/Organizational Psychology program.
Effects Of Acculurative Stress And Coping On Academic Self-Concept In Minority Children, Timothy Wayne Short
Effects Of Acculurative Stress And Coping On Academic Self-Concept In Minority Children, Timothy Wayne Short
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Team Research On Intrinsic Motivation In Student Populations: A Continuing Project, Marian Brow Petrovick
Team Research On Intrinsic Motivation In Student Populations: A Continuing Project, Marian Brow Petrovick
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.
Perceived Scholastic Competence In Children: What Roles Do Acculturative Stress And Coping Pay?, Virginia Rabor Moran
Perceived Scholastic Competence In Children: What Roles Do Acculturative Stress And Coping Pay?, Virginia Rabor Moran
Theses Digitization Project
No abstract provided.