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A study of the Kingore Observation Inventory as a screening procedure for the identification of highly able second graders

Creator:: Vaughn-Neely, Elizabeth I.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to determine if the inferences derived from the Kingore Observation Inventory as a screening device are sufficiently valid for the identification of potentially gifted youngsters. Differences in predicting the WISC-III Full Scale IQ scores and/or percentile ranks using the KOI were assessed. The value...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Elizabeth I. Vaughn-Neely for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Education presented on May 2. 1994

Transitioning from content centered instruction to student centered learning : a qualitative study of one community college instructor's experience

Creator:: Stevens, Malia L.
Abstract:: For the past 100 years, the prominent instructional model for all public education in the United States has been teacher/content centered with the intent of covering a discrete body of knowledge in a given period of time. As the end of the twentieth century approaches, natural, social, political, and economic...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: community college instructor as she attempted to transition from a traditional content focused teaching

The virtual community of an online classroom : participant interactions in a community college writing class delivered by computer-mediated communication (CMC)

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
Full Text:: - centered instructional strategies; or (3) the instructor's style is collegial and he/she operates as

Structural oppression of African Americans in higher education

Creator:: Powell, William N.
Abstract:: Researching what I believe to be exclusionary practices in higher education against African Americans has compelled me to approach this subject, in part, historically. Although I realize that a historical chronology of any subject is often deceptive, as with any writer, I am tempted to interpret events to fit my...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Abstract approved: Warren N. uzuki Researching what I believe to be exclusionary practices in higher

My journey with preservice teachers : reflecting on teacher characteristics that bridge multicultural education theory and classroom practice

Creator:: Moule, Jean Golson
Abstract:: In the past decade, issues related to cultural diversity and pluralism have risen to the forefront in education. The increasing cultural diversity in American classrooms and communities requires preservice teachers to be ready to promote multiple perspectives within their curricula and among their students. The purpose of this study was...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
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Racial identity development among college students : an examination of five students' perspectives

Creator:: White, Jessica
Abstract:: This research sought to "get at" students' understandings of their own racial identity development. The limited degree with which participants have been heard and honored in research activities points to the need to inquire about their experiences first-hand, respect their stories, and consider their voices among, or in spite of,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: truly liberating in their incorporation of participants' voices and perspectives. In this way, I

Participation, persistence, and progression : motivating factors in the success of Hispanic community college students who moved from mastering English as a second language to a certificate or degree program

Creator:: Bennett, Judith N
Abstract:: This interpretive research sought to understand how eight Hispanic students who mastered English as a Second Language (ESL) matriculated at a rural community college, and what motivating factors encouraged or encumbered their academic persistence and success. Particularly the study focused on student backgrounds, motivations, and persistence factors influencing their success....
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: espoused participatory learning and leadership. I also found the literature that focused on

Coming to community college via welfare reform : an exploration of expectations and experience of women in Washington's WorkFirst program

Creator:: Kostick, Susan
Abstract:: This qualitative study explores the experiences of women who are welfare recipients attending a community college under the auspices of a new program, Washington State's WorkFirst/Work Study program. The study, conducted over two academic quarters, includes in-depth interviews with WorkFirst/Work Study students, observations in a weekly seminar, and interviews with...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: faculty member. In her memoir, she wrote "As a welfare worker, I encouraged young and old to continue

The effects of student teaching upon the development of secondary student teachers in Thailand

Creator:: Nontapa, Sutee
Abstract:: This study examined the practice of student teaching and the effects of student teaching upon the development of three secondary Thai language student teachers from Chiangmai Teachers' College in Chiangmai, Thailand from July to September, 1992. The research questions were: What are the methods of teaching which are used during...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
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A conceptual model of women entrepreneurs in small businesses

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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A study of the Kingore Observation Inventory as a screening procedure for the identification of highly able second graders

Transitioning from content centered instruction to student centered learning : a qualitative study of one community college instructor's experience

The virtual community of an online classroom : participant interactions in a community college writing class delivered by computer-mediated communication (CMC)

Structural oppression of African Americans in higher education

My journey with preservice teachers : reflecting on teacher characteristics that bridge multicultural education theory and classroom practice

Racial identity development among college students : an examination of five students' perspectives

Participation, persistence, and progression : motivating factors in the success of Hispanic community college students who moved from mastering English as a second language to a certificate or degree program

Coming to community college via welfare reform : an exploration of expectations and experience of women in Washington's WorkFirst program

The effects of student teaching upon the development of secondary student teachers in Thailand

A conceptual model of women entrepreneurs in small businesses

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