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Creator:: Miller, Dwight Errol
Abstract:: An increased cross-cultural interaction around the world is being dictated by the ever increasing communication needs required by business and national concerns. This increased interaction, and its resultant inter-dependence, is often referred to as "Globalization." Due to the effect of globalization on the business and education environments, this study was...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
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Creator:: Johanson, Terri L.
Abstract:: This qualitative study describes and interprets the interactions of participants in a community college writing class delivered by computer-mediated communication (CMC). The class represented a best practice model of learner-centered instruction in a CMC class. The description and the discussion are framed by five aspects of CMC instruction: (1) context;...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
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Creator:: Huston, Gina G.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to describe the presidential search process at a newly created community college and to learn how that process reflected the emerging organizational culture. A single research question guided the inquiry: How did the presidential search process at a newly created community college reflect the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Creator:: Gobeli, Corrine L.
Abstract:: Although teams are a common method of structuring work activities, there is still much concern over their effectiveness. The primary purpose of this study was to describe the current state of teamwork training in Oregon and to identify critical training design activities, situational barriers and demographic variables related to the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Creator:: Fierstein, Micah
Abstract:: In education today, there is a growing sense of urgency to build the capacity of educators, parents, and community members to work together to solve the complex issues facing schools. The central purpose of this study was to explore how one elementary school site council learned and adopted a set...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
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Creator:: York, Penny
Abstract:: The study established how community college leaders establish connections with other community leaders. Connections that form broad and inclusive networks can be used to develop positive social capital in communities. Results showed that new community college leaders follow a pattern of community engagement including the identification of other leaders, making...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Creator:: Putnam, Carol A.
Abstract:: Women entrepreneurs are an economic force within the American and Oregon economy. Women are starting businesses at two to five times the rate of men. There has been significant research detailing the demographics, barriers, and business management skills of women business owners. Yet, the research to date has been limited...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

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