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Developmental education as a component of persistence in a postsecondary proprietary institution

Creator:: Roberts, Barbara L.
Abstract:: Persistence has been identified as an issue at all levels of higher education, and numerous strategies have been attempted to stem the flow of students who leave an institution before completing their programs of study. Persistence research abounds at the community college, four-year college and university levels, but little research...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: postsecondary proprietary institution AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Barbara L. Roberts for the degree of

The relationship of gender and perceived sex role identity to the leadership style, range, and adaptability of selected graduate students

Creator:: Wall, James Keith
Abstract:: This study examined the relationship and strength of association of the two independent variables of gender (male, female) and perceived sex role identity (masculine, androgynous, feminine, and undifferentiated) on the leadership style, leadership range (number of back-up styles), and leadership adaptability (effectiveness) of nonforeign graduate students at a Land Grant...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , and Adaptability of Selected Graduate Students Abstract approved: Redacted for privacy Dr. Charles

An analysis of Oregon community college students' and educators' perceptions of opportunities to earn academic credit for prior off-campus learning

Creator:: Manspeaker, Jewell Charles
Abstract:: Introduction. The study was conducted in response to a need for systematic analysis of the practice of granting academic credits for prior off-campus learning. It was stimulated by a commitment to the goal of facilitating student development and an interest in the theory that such development can be enhanced through...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Jewell Charles Manspeaker for

A study to measure vocational self-concept crystallization in two types of adult career programs, telecourse versus traditional group

Creator:: Webb, Donna Louise
Abstract:: The overall purpose of this study was to investigate certain aspects of the effectiveness of adult career programs. The central focus was to compare the differences in vocational self-concept crystallization among the participants exposed to the classroom group program and the individualized telecourse programs. Further information was desired regarding the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Programs--Telecourse versus Traditional Group. Redacted for privacy Abstract approved: Le, Dr. `Bin L

A comparison of selected basic skills and personality characteristics in Adult Basic Education/General Educational Development (ABE/GED) and Developmental Education students

Creator:: Bennani, Nancy Gabbert
Abstract:: The purpose of the study was to determine whether Adult Basic Education/General Educational Development students and Developmental Education students are significantly different in selected basic skills and in selected personality characteristics. The population of the study (N=100) consisted of equal numbers of students enrolled in ABE/GED and DE classes at...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: at Oregon State University were most helpful. Dr. Charles Cormack (Anthropology), Dr. Shirley

The perception of attitudes by selected community college teachers and administrators : a multidimensionally scaled analysis

Creator:: Morris, Richard Dale
Abstract:: Purpose of the Study: The purpose of the study was to determine whether multidimensional scaling analysis could be applied to a set of perceived attitude relationships of selected community college personnel. The questions to be answered were: 1. Could perceived attitude relationships regarding the concepts of academic freedom, academic rank,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Representative Dr. James Armitage Dr. Donna Cruse Dr. Charles Carpenter Dr. Henry Ten Pas has also been a

A study of freshmen student attitudes and behavior toward alcohol in relation to their parents attitudes about alcohol

Creator:: Shoemaker, Thomas Alexander
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between parental attitudes and student attitudes toward the consumption of alcoholic beverages, between parental attitudes toward the consumption of alcoholic beverages and the reasons students drink alcoholic beverages, and between parental attitudes toward the consumption of alcoholic beverages and the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Charles Carpenter, Dr. Steve Stoynoff, and Dr. Kathleen Heath for serving on my committee and showing so

An econometric analysis of the Mexican import demand for U.S. pesticide[s]

Creator:: Saremi, Mahnaz
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: thanks are extended to the rest of my committee mem- bers: Drs. Joe Stevens, Richard Towey and Charles

Quality of effort and perceptions of attainment as affected by variables in the education of the adult undergraduate student

Creator:: Brenner, Vernon J.
Abstract:: The purpose of this investigation was to determine whether certain variables have significant bearing on the education of adult undergraduate students. During the 1970's Pace (1977) and Shaver (1978) suggested that the "quality of effort" that college and university students invest in their own learning and development is a key...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: patience and encouragement kept me moving through the process; Charles Carpenter, Ed Bryan, Tom Murphy and

Technology and the origin of human hemispheric asymmetry

Creator:: Boraas, Alan Sivert
Abstract:: This paper proposes that human asymmetrical hemispheric function originated because of the cognitive requirements of tool-making. The human brain can be considered to be a product of two evolutionary episodes. The first episode was shared with other mammals and resulted in a brain composed of a reptilian complex, paleomammalian and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Charles Carpenter, Dr. Michael Colbert, Dr. David Eiseman, Dr. Joanne Engel, and Dr. Murry Wolfson. Each

An examination of preferred institutional goals at Oregon State University and Western Oregon State College as perceived by the education faculties

Creator:: Johnson, Bonnie J. (Bonnie Jean)
Abstract:: A new organization was created when Oregon State University (OSU) School of Education and Western Oregon State College (WOSC) Division of Education merged into the OSU-WOSC School of Education in the fall of 1982. Two education faculties from two different kinds of institutions (i.e., a large university and a small...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: like to thank my committee--Dr. Charles Carpen- ter, Dr. Marge McBride, Dr. Helen Hall, and Dr. Milton

Counseling and guidance needs as perceived by community college bound students and community college counselors and administrators

Creator:: Higgins, John W.
Abstract:: The two-fold purpose of this study is (1) to determine differences in perception of counseling and guidance needs between community college bound high school seniors, community college counselors, and chief student services administrators, and (2) to establish the nature and priority of counseling and guidance needs of community college bound...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Date Thesis is presented May 29. 1981 Typed by Sandra L. Dow for John W. Higgins ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

A longitudinal study of Oregon community college transfer financial aid recipients at Oregon State University, 1975-1981

Creator:: Cihak, Michael Raymond
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to determine whether the student financial aid programs administered through the Financial Aid Office at Oregon State University have achieved their objectives of accomplishing the goals of financial aid in higher education for Oregon community college (OCC) transfer students who receive financial aid. This...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: the dissertation. Many thanks also to my graduate committee members: Dr. J. Roger Penn, Dr. Charles

A process for the evaluation of learner goals, reading comprehension, and program impact as elements of adult literacy programs

Creator:: Haddon, R. Lance
Abstract:: National statistics indicate that as many as 23 million adults in the United States are illiterate and another 40 million lack literacy skills necessary to function effectively or on more than a narrow basis in this society. People without literacy skills or who have only marginal reading ability find themselves...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: doctoral committee, Doctors Wayne Haverson, Charles Carpenter, JoAnne Trow, Glenn Klein and Margaret

An analysis of the source, nature, and resolution of grievance filings in Oregon community colleges, school years 1979-80 and 1980-81

Creator:: Searcy, Julie A. Davies
Abstract:: Although public sector unionism dates back at least to 1916, collective bargaining emerged mid-century when President John Kennedy signed into law Executive Order 10988 which established federal policy recognizing unions for federal employees. Today all levels of public education have unions. In today's community college, the curriculum, the professional background...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: my graduate work. Tom Grigsby Oregon State University Charles Carpenter Oregon State University

An inquiry into the contribution of the Oregon Workforce Quality Council to the development of a world-class workforce

Creator:: Spilde, Mary F. T.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to provide understanding of Oregon Workforce Quality Council contributions to the development of a world-class workforce. Research goals were to describe Council processes and outcomes, as well as barriers to the achievement of Council purposes. A case-study approach was selected for the research design....
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Charles Carpenter kept me focused and challenged my thinking. Dale Parnell's template for approaching

An identification and evaluation of the critical elements necessary to design a model post-employment services program for Job Opportunities and Basic Skills (JOBS) participants at an urban community college

Creator:: Poppe, Nancy Eileen
Abstract:: As demands for major, system-wide reforms in the American welfare system are being called for on an almost daily basis, it has become increasingly necessary to identify and evaluate those programs which have attempted to foster a reduction in the level of public assistance subsidies and, particularly, programs that are...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: significant contribution to my professional development as a community college administrator. Dr. Charles

A Study for development of a methodological process and the use of certified NLP-practitioners in assessing the consistency of NLP-programmers rating eye movements

Creator:: Sun, Michael B.
Abstract:: The research developed a methodology to code and quantify eye movement patterns as a function of a neuro-linguistic programming strategy elicitation process. Secondarily the research established methodology that identified the degree of consistency among certain certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioners while they rated eye movements. The study reviewed literature in the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: to thank him for his contribution of ideas and hard work. Charles Carpenter, Education, a good

A comparison of adult students' educational orientations and perceptions of the college environment in three contrasting liberal arts baccalaureate degree programs : traditional, off-campus degree, and lifelong learning

Creator:: Skwarek, Richard J.
Abstract:: This study attempted to determine the predictability of adult students' educational orientations and college environmental relationship perceptions according to their enrollment in three contrasting liberal arts baccalaureate degree programs. Additionally, it sought to determine if there was a positive relationship between selected educational orientations and college environmental perceptions of adult...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: my committee; Dr. Charles Carpenter, Dr. Forrest Gathercoal, Dr. Thomas McClintock, and Dr. Gary

A profile of the commonalities and characteristics of contextual teaching as practiced in selected educational settings

Creator:: Shields, Sue B., 1948-
Abstract:: Contextual teaching is emerging as an important concept in education reform efforts. This field study attempts to clarify the concept of contextual teaching by defining and identifying characteristics found in the research literature, experienced teacher observations and practices, and students' views of contextual teaching. The foundation for this field study...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: this project. I also wish to thank the other committee members: Drs. Charles Carpenter, Gretchen

The effect of esoterica on institutional goals as measured by the use of cherished terms in the pulpits of the Church of the Nazarene and church growth

Creator:: Parrott, Richard Leslie, 1952-
Abstract:: This is a psycho-socio-linguistic study of language as the primary tool of institutions such as education, government, and religion. These institutions have goals associated with identifying with, communicating with, and influencing individuals in the general public who are not Part of the group. A review of psycho-socio-linguistic theory suggests that...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF RICHARD L. PARROTT for the degree of DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY in EDUCATION

A student model in economic education : factors influencing a student's learning of economics

Creator:: Udompijitkul, Tumrong
Abstract:: The major focus of this research was to examine the factors, both instructional factors and student factors, that influence student gains in economic knowledge in economic education. This study sampled twelfth grade students from randomly selected high schools in the Williamette Valley of Oregon. The stepwise regression analysis was used...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: committee members- - Dr. E. Wayne Courtney, Dr. Charles Carpenter, Dr. Lafayette G. Harter, Jr., Dr. David

The staff development needs of full-time instructional faculty as reported by professional staff members in Oregon community college

Creator:: Justice, Patricia Kallberg
Abstract:: PURPOSE OF THE STUDY: The study examined administrator and faculty perceptions toward staff development needs and ascertained the differences which exist between the reported staff development needs of full-time community college instructors within the state of Oregon. OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY: The three objectives identified for this study were: 1....
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: climate of understanding, encouragement and assistance . . To Dr. Charles Carpenter, Dr. Ray Needham, Dr

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