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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
Full Text:: professional development of international graduate teaching assistants AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Gary M

Examining the role of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in the life experiences of University Student-Athletes

Creator:: Smith, Shannon D.
Abstract:: This research investigates the role of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in the life experiences of University Student-Athletes. This qualitative study employs a naturalistic and grounded paradigm in an effort to capture the essence of these experiences. Participants are four student-athletes from Oregon State University who play intercollegiate athletics in the Pac-10...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

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:: biases or entirely aware of my position in the world. According to Bogdan and Biklin (1998), the

Determination of the value to planners of incorporating ecotourist needs data in the interpretive planning process

Creator:: Masberg, Barbara Ann
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to answer the following question: What was the perceived value to planners of incorporating information from ecotourists about their perceived needs in the standard system presently being used to plan interpretation? The Ecotourist Needs Assessment (ETNA) process was proposed as an external needs assessment....
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Appendix M 247 Appendix N 249 LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE PAGE 1 Interpretive Planning Process 5 2

Cultural appropriateness in education and development : the case of the 4-H Yukon River Fisheries Education and Youth Development Program

Creator:: Marcey, Jean L.
Abstract:: The 4-H Yukon River Fisheries Education and Youth Development Program is a federally funded youth-at-risk program created to help youth escape from the social ills of substance abuse, teen pregnancy, low academic achievement, and suicide that plague rural Alaskan villages. By providing youth the opportunity to learn the skills needed...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: the purpose of data collection and analysis. According to Bogdan and Biklen (1992) qualitative

Sustaining systems of relationships : the essence of the physical learning environment that supports and enhances collaborative, project-based learning at the community college level

Creator:: Wolff, Susan J.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to: (a) determine the design features of the physical learning environment that support and enhance collaborative, project-based learning at the community college level; and (b) to gain an understanding of the rationale for the selection of the features. The characteristics of the physical environment...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: vision and goals; (1) use technology and other tools to accomplish goals; and (m) keep pace with change

Middle school change : a process for restructuring in a large school district

Creator:: Hanneman, Kathleen D.
Abstract:: This qualitative study examined organizational change including the necessary steps that a large school district took in planning and implementing a reform effort. This project told a story of one school district's experience. The study covered a five year period from 1990 to 1995 in the 30,000 student Salem-Keizer School...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Bogdan and Biklen (1992). Qualitative research has the natural setting as the direct source of data

Exploring counseling students' perspectives on spirituality using a postmodern feminist paradigm

Creator:: Souza, Katherine Zimmer
Abstract:: In this study, I explore the ideas of doctoral level counselor education students on spirituality using a postmodern feminist research paradigm. I have found spirituality to be vital aspect of my own life and have been pleased to see its importance recognized within the counseling field. I analyzed the data...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: is addressed in the future curriculum. I chose to purposefully sample participants. Bogdan and

Five programs for four participants : stories of paradox and learning in a graduate cohort for adult literacy practitioners

Creator:: Fish, Susan A.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to understand the individual experiences of four adult literacy practitioners, Anne, Bill, Candy, and Emily, in the first cohort of the Oregon Field-Based Cohort Master's Program. This program, which Oregon established in 1993 as one venue of professional development for adult literacy and English...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

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

Examining the role of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in the life experiences of University Student-Athletes

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

Determination of the value to planners of incorporating ecotourist needs data in the interpretive planning process

Cultural appropriateness in education and development : the case of the 4-H Yukon River Fisheries Education and Youth Development Program

Sustaining systems of relationships : the essence of the physical learning environment that supports and enhances collaborative, project-based learning at the community college level

Middle school change : a process for restructuring in a large school district

Exploring counseling students' perspectives on spirituality using a postmodern feminist paradigm

Five programs for four participants : stories of paradox and learning in a graduate cohort for adult literacy practitioners

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