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An historical review of Kolb's formulation of experiential learning theory

Creator:: Hickcox, Leslie K. (Leslie Kay), 1951-
Abstract:: The central purposes of this study were to review the historical sources of David Kolb's formulation of experiential learning theory, and to determine the effect and application of Kolb's theory and Learning Style Inventory as reflected in the literature between 1971 and 1990. It was found that Kolb based his...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ,E), which indicates that behavior is a function of the person and the environment without any

Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) : good indicator for student success at Community Colleges?

Creator:: Ng, Jacob N. K.
Abstract:: Community colleges in the United States have become an important educational destination for international students. According to the Institute of International Education (IIE, 2006), international students who enrolled for the first time at a U.S. campus increased by 8 per cent, from 131,946 students in 2004/2005 to 142,923 in 2005/2006....
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Education presented on October 30, 2007. Title: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Good

Two Oregon governors : the role of perceptions in community college state budget development

Creator:: Preus, Camille
Abstract:: The purpose of this phenomenological study is to describe how Oregon governors Barbara Roberts and John Kitzhaber, whose tenures both coincided with the passage and implementation of property tax limitation measures, determined the community college budgets within their recommended state budgets. The stories of Robert’s 1993 and Kitzhaber’s 2001 decisions...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: should lead to a clear understanding of the administration’s policy priorities and the placement of

Drum Languages and Their Messages

Creator:: Jewett, Susan E.
Abstract:: With over 800 languages spoken on the continent of Africa, inter-cultural communication has always been difficult. In addition, many of the peoples of Africa have experienced colonial oppression. Various powers have sought to interfere with intra-cultural dialogues and the free flow of information. Their effectiveness, however, was limited because of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: THESIS OF Susan E. Jewett for the degree of Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies: Anthropology

Retention of adult second language learners : Hispanic learners in Washington State community and technical colleges

Creator:: Jones, Gary E.
Abstract:: This study was designed to investigate a phenomenon, retention of Hispanic adult second language learners in Washington State's community colleges, from a qualitative paradigm and phenomenological approach. The focus of this study was to capture eight foreign-born Hispanic ESL non-continuators' voices and experiences, in their native language of Spanish, who...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: State Community and Technical Colleges by Gary E. Jones A DISSERTATION Submitted to Oregon State

Managerial competencies for church administration as perceived by seminary faculties, church lay leaders, and ministers

Creator:: Boersma, Stephen A.
Abstract:: The conceptual foundation of the study emerged from a concern regarding the application of managerial competencies in the local church. A review of the literature suggests that in spite of the increasing awareness for the need to make greater use of these skills, little consensus currently exists regarding their relative...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: perceived by seminary faculties, church lay leaders, and ministers AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Stephen A

A survey of research tasks required by secondary school counselors, State Department of Education professionals, & college & university faculty in Oregon

Creator:: Soukup, Margaret A.
Abstract:: This study determined the importance of specific research tasks to the present job requirements of State Department of Education professionals, college and university instructional faculty, and secondary school counselors in Oregon. The instrument utilized in the research was designed and validated through a Delphi process. The computed reliability coefficient was...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: first mailing were sent a second letter and questionnaire. The cover letter (Appendix E) informed the

A study of predeparture orientation programs for employees of business/industry and U.S. Agency for International Development projects

Creator:: Nelson, Dennis A.
Abstract:: The central purpose of this study was to identify the competencies of a predeparture orientation program as determined by business/industry personnel and personnel from institutions representing the U.S. Agency for International Development. An additional objective was to examine the organizational framework of existing predeparture programs to identify instructional methodologies, administrative...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: the,., competencies that are e.44gx104 in a predeparture orientation program, n examination of the

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
Full Text:: A study of the effectiveness of the Oregon DUII (driving

Examining the Alignment of Content in the Textual Discourse on the Competencies Needed for Effective Community College Leadership

Creator:: Thames, Brenda A.
Abstract:: For more than a decade a “community college leadership crisis” has been forecasted and discussed in the professional literature related to community colleges as well as the scholarly literature focused on the study of higher education. The role, perceptions and, to a lesser extent, the effectiveness of community college leadership...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: : _____________________________________________________ Gloria E. Crisp For more than a decade a “community college leadership crisis” has been

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An historical review of Kolb's formulation of experiential learning theory

Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) : good indicator for student success at Community Colleges?

Two Oregon governors : the role of perceptions in community college state budget development

Drum Languages and Their Messages

Retention of adult second language learners : Hispanic learners in Washington State community and technical colleges

Managerial competencies for church administration as perceived by seminary faculties, church lay leaders, and ministers

A survey of research tasks required by secondary school counselors, State Department of Education professionals, & college & university faculty in Oregon

A study of predeparture orientation programs for employees of business/industry and U.S. Agency for International Development projects

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

Examining the Alignment of Content in the Textual Discourse on the Competencies Needed for Effective Community College Leadership

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