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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

A comparison of effective teaching characteristics of teachers who participated in a mentor-teacher program with teachers who did not

Creator:: Hauseman, Joseph Hayes
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to identify the effective teaching characteristics of teachers who participated in the Mentor-Teacher Program and teachers who did not, and then determine if there were any significant differences between the three groups of teachers: (1) Mentor-Teacher Program interns (G.T.A.'s), (2) outstanding O.S.U. graduates, and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

A comparison of instructor-led and interactive video training for the personal computer application WordPerfect

Creator:: Carter, William D. (William David), 1950-
Abstract:: This research compared the effectiveness of an interactive video training program with an instructor-led program for teaching working adults the personal computer (PC) application WordPerfect. The objectives of the study were to develop a research methodology and instrumentation in order to determine whether instructor-led training resulted in significantly different reaction,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

A comparison of philosophies of OSU graduates who are experienced teachers of vocational education and undergraduate vocational teacher trainees on an essentialist-progressive scale at OSU

Creator:: Fuller, Gary Ray, 1940-
Abstract:: The study measured and compared the philosophies of education of OSU graduates who are experienced teachers of vocational education and undergraduate vocational teacher trainees on an essentialist-progressive scale at OSU. The objectives of this study were to (1) determine if experienced teachers of vocational education and undergraduate vocational teacher trainees...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

A comparison of the Oregon State University environment as perceived by two student age groups, faculty, and student services staff

Creator:: Brooks, Timothy F.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to analyze the Oregon State University environment as perceived by students, faculty and student services staff. The students were divided into two age groups to determine if there were any major differences in perception based on age. Three hundred and twenty-three people, representing four...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

A history of intercollegiate wrestling at Oregon State University (1909-1974)

Creator:: Nelson, Richard C. (Richard Cornelius), 1932-
Abstract:: Intercollegiate wrestling at Oregon State University had its inception on March 20, 1909. On that day, the Oregon Agricultural College wrestling team wrestled in a home meet against the team from Washington State College. The Beavers, under the tutelage of their first coach Eddie O'Connell, won their first intercollegiate meet,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

A longitudinal study of Basic Educational Opportunity Grant recipients at Oregon State University, 1975-1980

Creator:: McCreight, Keith Russell
Abstract:: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine f the Basic Educational Opportunity Grant program at Oregon State University achieved its goal of providing equal access to the benefits of higher education for students who have low financial resources as compared to students not receiving student financial aid. Design:...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

A methodology for the assessment of management development needs in industry

Creator:: Akyeampong, Ataa Asamoah
Abstract:: The primary purpose of this study was to develop and field test a methodology for the assessment of management development needs in industry. The population used to test this methodology consisted of 113 first-line and middle management personnel in three High-Tech companies in the State of Oregon. A mail questionnaire...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

A model to identify performance standards for mathematics in a two year post high school occupational program

Creator:: Howlett, John Leo
Abstract:: PURPOSE OF THE STUDY This study developed a model which identified mathematical needs in various vocational technical programs. This model provides a method which can be used to develop an adequate mathematics curriculum to support occupational offerings at community college/technical institutes, and can also help high schools and the colleges/technical...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

A procedural model for assessing functional characteristics of effective and less effective work groups within a selected community college

Creator:: Kleine, Carroyl Fayne
Abstract:: The major purpose of this study was to develop and test a procedural model for assessing work group effectiveness in a community college. The model required a process to identify differences and commonalities among work groups perceived to be effective and those perceived to be less effective. In addition, this...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

A study of peer collaborative mentoring for the professional development of international graduate teaching assistants

Creator:: Kilburg, Gary M.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to investigate Peer Collaborative Mentoring (PCM) as a professional development model for international graduate teaching assistants at an American university. Data were gathered from interviews and observations of three American peer mentors (Intracultural Peer Mentors/IAPMs), five Chinese Graduate Teaching Assistants (Intercultural Peer Mentors/IEPMs), and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

A study of the contrast between computer assisted instruction and the traditional teacher/learner method of instruction in basic musicianship

Creator:: Vaughn, Arthur Clarence
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to contrast the effectiveness of computer-assisted ear-training instruction with the traditional style of ear-training instruction to determine if computer-assisted instruction increased the students' ability to identify auditory stimuli utilized in Basic Musicianship at a rate different from that of the traditional methodology. Procedures The...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

A study of the effectiveness of the Oregon DUII (driving under influence of intoxicants) mandated educational program in changing knowledge and attitude concerning driving after drinking

Creator:: Conkey, Judith A.
Abstract:: The primary purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of the Oregon Level I Diversion Program in changing knowledge and attitude concerning driving after drinking. A secondary purpose was to determine the effect of the eight different class-time schedules used to teach the required 12-hour curriculum on the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

A study of the evaluation practices and procedures for part-time faculty in the California community colleges

Creator:: Hofmann, Carl
Resource Type:: Dissertation

An analysis of attitudes and opinions of employer groups concerning cooperative vocational education

Creator:: Martin, Wanda Mae
Abstract:: The Purpose of the Study: The major purpose of this study was to determine if there were differences among the opinions of participating employers, previous participating employers, and non- participating employers concerning cooperative vocational education,. The hypothesis that there is no significant difference among the mean scores for the three...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

An analysis of attitudes toward career education

Creator:: Ghaffari, Joe H.
Abstract:: The Purpose of the Study The overall purposes of this study were: (1) to identify and analyze the attitudes of the school board members, vocational teachers, non-vocational teachers, school administrators and career education administrators toward career education; (2) to identify and analyze the attitudes of the above five personnel groups...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

An analysis of the competencies of athletic club managers

Creator:: Lambrecht, Keith W.
Abstract:: The primary focus of this study was to determine the competencies required to manage an athletic club. Also, the intention was to determine if differences existed in required competencies between managing varying sizes of clubs: namely, mini, maxi, and super; and to identify course content areas for purposes of developing...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

An analysis of trustee role perceptions in the state controlled Washington community college system and the locally controlled Oregon community college system and the relationship between trustee personal characteristics and these role perceptions

Creator:: Boyse, Peter Dent
Abstract:: This study examined the role perceptions of trustees in the locally controlled Oregon community college system and the state controlled Washington community college system. Authorities in the literature were consulted to define the "ideal trustee role" and the study determined which governance system was most effective in fostering this "ideal...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

An assessment of differences in morale between and among selected union and non-union community college faculty

Creator:: Hasle, Frederick G.
Abstract:: The general purpose of this study was to investigate the question: Is unionization disruptive of intra-institutional relationships on community college campuses ? The introduction of faculty unions into the college community is often perceived, even by proponents, as a process which engenders hostility and disruption. Social conflict theory is the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

An examination of the perceptions of the goals for community colleges by internal and external constituent groups from selected Washington State community colleges

Creator:: Maxwell, Nancy A.
Resource Type:: Dissertation

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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

A comparison of effective teaching characteristics of teachers who participated in a mentor-teacher program with teachers who did not

A comparison of instructor-led and interactive video training for the personal computer application WordPerfect

A comparison of philosophies of OSU graduates who are experienced teachers of vocational education and undergraduate vocational teacher trainees on an essentialist-progressive scale at OSU

A comparison of the Oregon State University environment as perceived by two student age groups, faculty, and student services staff

A history of intercollegiate wrestling at Oregon State University (1909-1974)

A longitudinal study of Basic Educational Opportunity Grant recipients at Oregon State University, 1975-1980

A methodology for the assessment of management development needs in industry

A model to identify performance standards for mathematics in a two year post high school occupational program

A procedural model for assessing functional characteristics of effective and less effective work groups within a selected community college

A study of peer collaborative mentoring for the professional development of international graduate teaching assistants

A study of the contrast between computer assisted instruction and the traditional teacher/learner method of instruction in basic musicianship

A study of the effectiveness of the Oregon DUII (driving under influence of intoxicants) mandated educational program in changing knowledge and attitude concerning driving after drinking

A study of the evaluation practices and procedures for part-time faculty in the California community colleges

An analysis of attitudes and opinions of employer groups concerning cooperative vocational education

An analysis of attitudes toward career education

An analysis of the competencies of athletic club managers

An analysis of trustee role perceptions in the state controlled Washington community college system and the locally controlled Oregon community college system and the relationship between trustee personal characteristics and these role perceptions

An assessment of differences in morale between and among selected union and non-union community college faculty

An examination of the perceptions of the goals for community colleges by internal and external constituent groups from selected Washington State community colleges

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