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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

Toward a student-constructed model of student services for electronic distance education

Creator:: Blount, Joanna F.
Abstract:: The purpose of this qualitative study was to describe and communicate a student-constructed model of student services for electronic distance education (EDE). This study seeks to answer the following questions: Do students enrolled in EDE perceive a need for student services? If not, why not? Which services do students want/need?...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Autistic conflict in higher education

Creator:: Murray-Ritchie, Susan K.
Abstract:: This study documents three cases of protracted conflict in an institution of higher education. Work groups in conflict were studied for one year in order to create cases and to describe factors influencing conflict escalation. From these cases, autistic conflict as a descriptive construct was developed to illustrate one phase...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: research would not have been possible without the loving support of my family. My husband, Steven, and

Consistency of associate degree definitions and graduation requirements in the California community colleges : perceptions of community college curricular leaders

Creator:: Borg, Carolyn Sue
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to produce data and information that inform California Community College decision-makers of: (a) extent of variance in California's associate degree definitions and graduation requirements, and (b) perceptions of curricular leaders regarding the variances. Associate degree definitions and graduation requirements were compiled and analyzed from...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

The critical role of faculty : applied frameworks and strategies for integrating distance education in postsecondary institutions

Creator:: Olcott, Donald J.
Abstract:: This thesis asserts that faculty are the critical resource for the integration of distance education by postsecondary institutions. The major barriers to the participation and adoption of distance education center around faculty. This manuscript thesis incorporates a series of articles to develop applied frameworks and strategies that place faculty at...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

A study of the commonalities and differences of the classroom environment in whole language and judicious discipline classrooms

Creator:: Larson, Colleen M.
Resource Type:: Dissertation

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
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A comparative analysis of clerical office occupations teachers' and business employers' perceptions of the competencies important for a high school graduate of clerical office occupations program to possess for an entry-level job in Oregon

Creator:: Akeyo, Valerie Tabitha
Abstract:: The Purpose of the Study: The primary purpose of this study was to compare the clerical office occupations teachers' and business employers' perceptions of the competencies important for a high school graduate to possess for an entry-level clerical office job in Oregon. A secondary purpose was to determine the best...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Miller (1982) strongly objects to these claims by pointing out that although professional certification

Identifying the commitment of vocational teachers to collective bargaining associations in Washington state

Creator:: Rose, Carolyn K.
Abstract:: Purpose of the Study The purpose of the study was to determine if differences existed in commitment to teacher collective bargaining associations among vocational teachers. The objectives were: (1) to determine the degree of commitment among secondary vocational teachers to the teachers' collective bargaining association; and (2) to determine the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Older and younger students, full-time and part-time : a comparison of their perceptions of the campus environment at Oregon College of Education

Creator:: Yates, Douglas Page
Abstract:: Older and part-time students are enrolling in institutions of higher education in increasing numbers, yet little research has been conducted to see if these students perceive the campus environment differently from younger, full-time students. The purpose of this study was to compare the perceptions of the college environment of four...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: - ance at college was a conclusion drawn by Miller (1972). He also concluded that freshman females in

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

Toward a student-constructed model of student services for electronic distance education

Autistic conflict in higher education

Consistency of associate degree definitions and graduation requirements in the California community colleges : perceptions of community college curricular leaders

The critical role of faculty : applied frameworks and strategies for integrating distance education in postsecondary institutions

A study of the commonalities and differences of the classroom environment in whole language and judicious discipline classrooms

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

A comparative analysis of clerical office occupations teachers' and business employers' perceptions of the competencies important for a high school graduate of clerical office occupations program to possess for an entry-level job in Oregon

Identifying the commitment of vocational teachers to collective bargaining associations in Washington state

Older and younger students, full-time and part-time : a comparison of their perceptions of the campus environment at Oregon College of Education

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