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  • Mothering a child with autism in the United States and in South Korea

    Creator:
    You, Hyun-Kyung
    Abstract:
    In this dissertation, I qualitatively examined the meaning of mothering a child with autism in two countries: the United States and South Korea. The overarching research question focused on how sociocultural ideas about mothering and disability, particularly autism spectrum disorders, shape women’s understanding of themselves and their children with disabilities....
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    Dissertation
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    committee members, Dr. Leslie Richards and Dr. Alexis Walker, also have been valuable. In addition to my

  • Measurement of child care arrangement stability : a review and case study using Oregon child care subsidy data

    Creator:
    Weber, Roberta B., 1944-
    Abstract:
    Child care stability affects child and family outcomes. Stability reflects the time dimension of a child care arrangement. Although stability does not guarantee positive outcomes, instability appears to decrease the likelihood of achieving them. Some level of stability is a necessary, although not sufficient, characteristic of care that meets children's...
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    Dissertation
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    concepts and measures and Alan guided my thinking on statistical analyses. Leslie Richards helped me apply

  • Low-income weatherization: practical and policy limitations to increasing services in rural Oregon

    Creator:
    Hammond, D'Anne
    Abstract:
    This essay examines the low-income weatherization program in rural Oregon, shedding light on difficulties in increasing weatherization services to low-income rural households. This essay also identifies policy limitations. There are strict rules in place for utilizing Department of Energy weatherization funding and some of these rules are likely to make...
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    Capstone Project
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    APPROVED: Mark Edwards, representing Sociology Lori Cramer, representing Sociology Leslie Richards

  • Looking toward the future: examining aspirations and sense of purpose among rural youth

    Creator:
    Shamah, Devora
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    In light of recent economic and social changes rural communities continue to worry about the future of their young people. Will they be prepared for the challenges that lay ahead as they move into adulthood? The aspirations youth hold set them on a pathway toward achieving goals, beginning post-secondary education,...
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    Dissertation
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    live in them are an inspiration. My committee members have also given greatly of their time. Leslie

  • Pre-service physical education teachers’ attitudes toward, and use of, handheld technology

    Creator:
    Wegis, Heidi M.
    Abstract:
    A current trend in educational reform requires teachers to be proficient in employing technology in their classrooms. As a result of this trend, teachers need to be prepared to integrate technology into their teaching, and teacher preparation programs have a responsibility to prepare their students accordingly. The handheld computer (PDA)...
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    Dissertation
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    ……………..…………………………………………………99 D Informed Consent Document…………..………………………………………100 E Survey: Pre-Service Teacher Attitudes

  • The effect of youth participatory evaluation and youth community action training on positive youth development

    Creator:
    White, David J. (David Joseph)
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    The bi-directional relationships within the personal and contextual environments of adolescents are critical to the development of adolescents and their transition into adulthood. Opportunities for youth to participate in and provide leadership in meaningful programs, gain life skills, and interact with adults in sustained relationships are key features leading to...
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    Dissertation
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    . Leslie Richards, thank you for representing the graduate school. Dr. Roger Rennekamp and Dr. Mary

  • The social construction of sexual interaction in heterosexual relationships : a qualitative analysis

    Creator:
    Greaves, Kathleen M.
    Abstract:
    The present study examined the process by which couples, in the context of a heterosexual romantic relationship, participate in sexual activity. As they did so, their interactions helped to construct their relationship. Social construction theory and the gender perspective provided the theoretical foundation for this qualitative research. Nine heterosexual couples...
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    Dissertation
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    . Sally Gallagher, Dr. Leslie Richards, and Dr. Alexis Walker. Their input and insight were invaluable in

  • "I'm the best of both worlds" : factors influencing the racial identities of biracial youth

    Creator:
    Mouzong, Christine LeAnn
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    This study examined the social and contextual factors that lead to differences in the way biracial adolescents interpret their racial identity. Using 11 interviews with a sample of biracial youth between the ages of 14 and 17-years-old, this study also explores the strategies these individuals use to achieve social validation...
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    Masters Thesis
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    , especially to Dr. Kate MacTavish and Dr. Leslie Richards for fostering in me an appreciation of qualitative

  • The role of the paraeducator in the general physical education environment

    Creator:
    Bryan, Rebecca R.
    Abstract:
    The use of paraeducators has increased as a main mechanism to include more students with disabilities in multiple settings in the public schools in the U.S. Research has examined the use of paraeducators in typical classroom settings but little is known about their role in physical education. Although the utilization...
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    Dissertation
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    ……………..………………………………………..………108 D Informed Consent Document…………..…………………………………..……109 E Questionnaire: Demographic