Index Catalog // ScholarsArchive@OSU

A phenomenological study of the coming out experience for gay men raised in conservative Christian environments

Creator:: McGlasson, Terry D.
Abstract:: This qualitative study explores the "coming out" experience of gay males raised in conservative Christian environments. Seven men with varying ethnic and racial backgrounds, between the ages of 20 and 40 years old, participated. Each was raised in a conservative, Christian environment during his formative years and each was now...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Christian Environments by Terry D. McGlasson A DISSERTATION submitted to Oregon

Exploring the System-Based Influences on Professional Goals of Early Career Agriculture Teachers in California: A Phenomenological Approach

Creator:: Ermis, Grant L.
Abstract:: Agriculture teachers, in comparison to other high school teachers, work in more varied and demanding work environments (Terry & Briers, 2010; Torres, Ulmer, & Aschenbrener, 2008). The body of literature studying the impacts of more varied and demanding work environment on early career agriculture teachers (ECATs) is commonly limited to...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: California: A Phenomenological Approach Abstract approved

Rural community college fundraising : a multi-site case study exploring the characteristics and motivations of alumni supporters

Creator:: Wood, Jason S.
Abstract:: Fundraising in the 21st century is becoming an increasingly important component of rural community colleges' (RCCs) overall funding strategies. Alumni represent a significant population of potential college supporters. The problem facing rural community colleges involves fiscal viability through developing innovative fundraising practices and identifying emerging sources of additional revenue. The...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ; Errett, 2003; Terry & Macy, 2007; Weerts & Ronca, 2007). Fundraising Fundraising is a process of

A qualitative study of the professional growth of mid-career community college faculty

Creator:: Crawford, Charles J. M.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study is to explore experiences of professional growth for mid-career community college faculty. The research question that guided the study is: How do community college faculty members experience professional growth at mid- career? The research design included an interpretive social science methodology and phenomenological method. Nine...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: June 4, 2012 Title: A Qualitative Study of the Professional Growth of Mid-Career Community College

The myth of student conduct

Creator:: Kott, Chelsea A.
Abstract:: Student conduct has become increasingly significant in higher education as demands to address campus safety, student behaviors, and classroom management are increasingly prominent. Existing research focuses on the efficacy of student conduct policies and practices, but has not established how individuals understand student conduct as a myth, or a concept...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: .docx AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Chelsea A. Kott for the degree of Doctor of

The Relationship between Feedback and Outcome in Psychotherapy

Creator:: Partridge, Rebecca, L.
Abstract:: Mental health professionals are dedicated to improving outcomes in therapy. Research over the past 50 years has shown psychotherapy to be effective in both improving the functioning of and diminishing the overall distress experienced by clients. Several factors have been constant predictors of outcome in therapy, including length of treatment,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: rating of alliance. Even so, mental health professionals do not often formally elicit feedback about a

Working together for student success: cross-functional collaboration at community colleges

Creator:: Loveday, Joyce E.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to identify and describe the underlying mechanisms within community colleges that influence cross-functional collaboration. The study also explored the role of community college leadership in fostering internal collaboration. The following questions guided the research: (1) What does cross-functional collaboration look like at a community...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: cross-functional collaboration look like at a community college known for strong collaborative work

A moral development theory : a synthesis from selected moral development theories, a spiral progression model of human development, and ego-state personality theory

Creator:: Armstrong, Carolyn S.
Abstract:: Controversy regarding moral development research has given rise to a proliferation of theories competing for acceptance. For all these researchers, the work of Lawrence Kohlberg is the pivot point for comparisons, contrasts, and discussions. Still, no theories to date adequately describe and document a theoretically complete conception of moral judgment...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: A moral development theory : a synthesis from selected

Educational technology associations as change agents : A case study

Creator:: Stephenson, Christine (Christine Gale)
Abstract:: This research addressed the role of educational technology associations as change agents within education with particular emphasis on issues of advocacy and leadership. Using a poststructural feminist lens and the metaphor of interview and analysis as storytelling, it explored the perspectives of nineteen individuals belonging to a national level educational...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ASSOCIATIONS IN EDUCATION: A REVIEW AND CRITIQUE OF RESEARCH AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF

A perceived-risk curriculum for at-risk learners

Creator:: Kash, Laurel Renee
Abstract:: Although perceived-risk curriculum, that is, where the learner experiences effects of eustress (positive stress), has been used in Arts or outdoor activities, it has not been used in school classrooms. Milkman’s 1996 studies of after-school Project Self Discovery demonstrated that at-risk students lessened their adverse risky behaviors, such as substance...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Education presented on August 3, 2009. Title: A Perceived Risk Curriculum for At-Risk Learners

ScholarsArchive@OSU

A phenomenological study of the coming out experience for gay men raised in conservative Christian environments

Exploring the System-Based Influences on Professional Goals of Early Career Agriculture Teachers in California: A Phenomenological Approach

Rural community college fundraising : a multi-site case study exploring the characteristics and motivations of alumni supporters

A qualitative study of the professional growth of mid-career community college faculty

The myth of student conduct

The Relationship between Feedback and Outcome in Psychotherapy

Working together for student success: cross-functional collaboration at community colleges

A moral development theory : a synthesis from selected moral development theories, a spiral progression model of human development, and ego-state personality theory

Educational technology associations as change agents : A case study

A perceived-risk curriculum for at-risk learners

Limit your search

Academic Affiliation

Advisor

Commencement Year

Committee Member

Creator

Contributor

Date

Decade

Degree Field

Degree Level

Degree Name

File Format

Language

License

Non-Academic Affiliation

Peer Reviewed

Resource Type

Rights Statement

Subject

Search Constraints

Search Results

Limit your search