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A phenomenological inquiry into the experience of reflection by older adults in adventure-based experiential education

Creator:: Brennan, L. A.
Abstract:: This phenomenological inquiry explored dimensions of reflection for older adults in a developmental oriented adventure education experience. Data were gathered from emergent interviews with four individuals while participating in a multi-day, self-contained experiential education program conducted in a rugged environment, and led by a Navajo leader. Two principle research questions...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Desegregation, integration and the charter of Portland Public Schools

Creator:: Doyle, Judith Helene
Abstract:: Portland Public School District and in particular Jefferson High School are examined in a functionalist framework to determine the extent to which they meet community needs. B. Malinowski's functionalist theory is employed to analyze desegregation and integration policies and actions of the Portland Public School District and Jefferson High School,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: , 1960, Figure 7). Figure 6. Black Housing and Businesses 1945 22 plEl m 10 R0R2 Figure 7a

Lesbian leaders in action : influencing and transforming community college culture

Creator:: Kenney, Rebecca J.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study is to explore through their own stories and journeys (storjourns), how lesbian leaders influence and transform dominant community college culture. Five lesbian leaders participated who held the position of Director, Associate Dean, Dean, Executive Vice President, and President/Executive Dean. This microethnographical inquiry divulges and makes...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Exploring resilience in the lives of women leaders in early childhood health, human services, and education

Creator:: Turner, Susan Diane
Abstract:: Women leaders in early childhood health, human services, and education face tremendous challenges in their efforts to cultivate resilience amidst a myriad of risk factors including incessant stress, low wages, and limited professional support. Women who foster mental health in young children and high-risk families are vulnerable to secondary traumatic...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: professor, Susan M. Shaw, and my exceptional committee members, Janet Lee, Ken Winograd, Becky Warner, and

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

Creator:: White, David J. (David Joseph)
Abstract:: 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...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , Elissa Wells, Lynette Black, Carole Smith, Woody Davis, Patricia Dawson, Carolyn Ashton, and Claire

Participation, persistence, and progression : motivating factors in the success of Hispanic community college students who moved from mastering English as a second language to a certificate or degree program

Creator:: Bennett, Judith N
Abstract:: This interpretive research sought to understand how eight Hispanic students who mastered English as a Second Language (ESL) matriculated at a rural community college, and what motivating factors encouraged or encumbered their academic persistence and success. Particularly the study focused on student backgrounds, motivations, and persistence factors influencing their success....
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: character. Editors Erasmo Gamboa and Carolyn Buan (1995) write: Oregon is a land of immigrants, whose

An analysis of mediating factors, perceptions, and personnel related to strategic change in community college based small business development centers

Creator:: Bombardier, Louis
Abstract:: The purpose of this study is to examine the events and activities that triggered strategic and large-scale changes in four community college based Small Business Development Centers. A review of the literature in organizational theory and community college education was used to form an integrated conceptual scheme which could be...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Perceptions about schooling and substance abuse treatment success from court mandated adolescent males

Creator:: Mazzotta, Margaret Ann
Abstract:: Many youth are able to be successful in the traditional school setting. Large numbers are not successful. Dropout rates are alarming. There is little research that examines the drop out problem from the perspective of the youth. Traditionally programs that are designed to help have been designed by adults. This...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: entity. As an example, "[m]ost of the Brazilian church has easily reached the conclusion that priests

Recordando memoria : shaping Chicana identity

Creator:: Martinez, Yolanda Tellez
Abstract:: This research explored the self-concept of Chicanas in terms of their lived experiences and how those experiences influenced the shaping of their identity. It examined the multiple labels Chicanas use to self-identify and the context or situations in which they use specific labels. Moreover, it took into account the influence...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , Carolyn Ellis (1999) points out, "Memory doesn't work in linear ways" (p. 675). I did not otherwise

ESL students as ethnographers : co-researching communicative practices in an academic discourse community

Creator:: Dantas-Whitney, Maria
Abstract:: No research to date has involved ESL students as researchers in investigations of community language practices. This study examined the research processes of 23 international college students in an advanced ESL course. The students worked on an original curriculum, the Language Research Project, through which they performed ethnographic and discourse...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: the editing of this dissertation. My friend Carolyn Taylor has also greatly influenced me. Her

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A phenomenological inquiry into the experience of reflection by older adults in adventure-based experiential education

Desegregation, integration and the charter of Portland Public Schools

Lesbian leaders in action : influencing and transforming community college culture

Exploring resilience in the lives of women leaders in early childhood health, human services, and education

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

Participation, persistence, and progression : motivating factors in the success of Hispanic community college students who moved from mastering English as a second language to a certificate or degree program

An analysis of mediating factors, perceptions, and personnel related to strategic change in community college based small business development centers

Perceptions about schooling and substance abuse treatment success from court mandated adolescent males

Recordando memoria : shaping Chicana identity

ESL students as ethnographers : co-researching communicative practices in an academic discourse community

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