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Education of American research astronomers, 1876-1941

Creator:: Hall, Robert Dale, 1947-
Abstract:: The education (particularly graduate education) of Americans who were active in astronomical research between 1876 and 1941 is assessed for its effectiveness in preparing the astronomers for careers in research. This period contains three dynamic changes: the growth of American astronomy in becoming the world's leading community of astronomers, the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: AMERICAN RESEARCH ASTRONOMERS, 1876-1941. Abstract approval: The education (particularly graduate

Whole farm case studies : a how-to guide

Creator:: Murray, Helene
Abstract:: Calls for increased farmer involvement in research and extension programs have been numerous and well supported. One approach to integrate the collective knowledge and experience of agricultural scientists and farmers is through whole farm case studies (WFCS). An interdisciplinary team of 34 research and extension personnel at Oregon and Washington...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: September 8, 1993 . Title: Whole Farm Case Studies: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Systems Research

Health knowledge competencies and essential health skills of entry level college freshmen enrolled in Oregon's research universities

Creator:: Beeson, Luana J.
Abstract:: The purposes of the study were to: 1) evaluate health knowledge competencies, 2) assess health skills, and 3) determine interrelationships among health knowledge, health skills, and self-reported behavioral demographic variables for Oregon entry-level college freshmen who had graduated from Oregon schools. An instrument, the "Health Education Survey," was developed with...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: of entry level college freshmen enrolled in Oregon's research universities AN ABSTRACT OF THE

Regional gradient analysis and spatial pattern of woody plant communities in Oregon

Creator:: Ohmann, Janet L.
Abstract:: Knowledge of regional-scale patterns of plant community structure and controlling factors is largely qualitative and based on numerous local studies. Data from a subsample of 10,000 field plots were used to quantify and map compositional gradients of woody plant communities across Oregon forests. Canonical correspondence analyses explained 9-14% of the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Inventory and Economics Research, Development, and Application Program and the Ecosystem Processes

Dielectric properties of defects on wood surfaces

Creator:: Forrer, Johannes B.
Abstract:: Raw material costs and limited material availability and quality have created significant interest in and opportunities for the application of nondestructive evaluation techniques to improve wood processing technologies. The incentives come from the desire to 1) manufacture the highest valued product, 2) conserve the amount of raw material used, 3)...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: research and development of new concepts and extending the usability of known principles. Dielectrics is

A model for the economic evaluation of training alternatives for complex logging tasks

Creator:: Garland, John J.
Abstract:: Training of woodsworkers is described as important for the logging industry in Oregon. There has been little documentation of training gains or research that measures the effects of training from the perspective of the logging firm. Learning theories are evaluated and Towill's form of learning curves are selected for an...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: little documentation of training gains or research that measures the effects of training from the

An assessment of domestic market outlook and export market potentials for U.S. wood windows and doors

Creator:: Lee, Jun-Yen
Abstract:: The U.S. wood window and door industry has experienced much growth for the past decade. However, to date, little information on factors that could affect marketing strategies exists. This research represents an initial step for providing this information. A mail survey of U.S. wood window and door manufacturers was used...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: exists. This research represents an initial step for providing this information. A mail survey of U.S

The impact of a community college interdisciplinary faculty teaching and learning community on faculty professional development

Creator:: Pincus, Gail S.
Abstract:: My study explores the impact of participation in a faculty teaching and learning community (TLC) on the professional development of community college faculty. I address the problem that, in spite of the growth of faculty development activity in the community college during the past decade, how faculty development occurs is...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: college during the past decade, how faculty development occurs is not well understood. Previous research

Comprehensive timber harvest planning for plantation forests on difficult terrain : Sokoine University of Agriculture Training Forest, Tanzania

Creator:: Shemwetta, Dunstan T. K.
Abstract:: Plantation forests on mountainous areas in Tanzania, East Africa, were successfully established in the 1950's. Harvesting started in the 1970's to meet increased national timber demand. Current problems of unharvested areas and potential environmental degradation are associated with uncontrolled harvests, mismatch of harvest systems to site needs, and post-harvest practices....
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Female science students' perceptions of self-esteem and the relationship to behavior in mixed gender cooperative learning groups

Creator:: Whittley, Ruby Sue
Abstract:: This research was conducted to investigate perceptions of self esteem and the behavior of female science students in mixed gender cooperative learning groups. The research methodology used was qualitative in nature, which included a variety of data collection methods, including participant observation, student journals, interviews, video tapes of group interactions,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Learning Groups Abstract approved: Thomas P. Evans This research was conducted to investigate

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Education of American research astronomers, 1876-1941

Whole farm case studies : a how-to guide

Health knowledge competencies and essential health skills of entry level college freshmen enrolled in Oregon's research universities

Regional gradient analysis and spatial pattern of woody plant communities in Oregon

Dielectric properties of defects on wood surfaces

A model for the economic evaluation of training alternatives for complex logging tasks

An assessment of domestic market outlook and export market potentials for U.S. wood windows and doors

The impact of a community college interdisciplinary faculty teaching and learning community on faculty professional development

Comprehensive timber harvest planning for plantation forests on difficult terrain : Sokoine University of Agriculture Training Forest, Tanzania

Female science students' perceptions of self-esteem and the relationship to behavior in mixed gender cooperative learning groups

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