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Antifungal Properties of Spotted Wing Drosophila (Drosophila suzukii) Larvae

Creator:: Bernert, Ann
Abstract:: Spotted wing drosophila, Drosophila suzukii, is a recently introduced, invasive pest in Oregon. It oviposits in near-mature and mature fruit, and thus is an important concern for the small fruit industry. A crop consultant observed that mature raspberry fruit with D. suzukii larvae do not show symptoms of molds as...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: approved: _________________________________________________________________ Ken Johnson Spotted

Examining the Association of Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Children with Developmental Disabilities

Creator:: Sheely, Hannah J.
Abstract:: Introduction: Physical activity (PA) is recommended for all individuals because of the benefits it provides to physical health, mental health, and overall quality of life (QoL). It is also recommended for children with developmental disabilities (DDs), which make up about 15% of all U.S. children ages 3-17 years. Previous studies...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: MacDonald Introduction: Physical activity (PA) is recommended for all individuals because of the

Physical Activity and Motor Skills in Children with Disabilities

Creator:: Cowgill, Lisa Michelle
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to explore the relationship between physical activity level and motor skill proficiency in school-aged children ages 9-18 with developmental disabilities. Physical activity level was assessed using Actigraph GT3X+ accelerometers, which participants wore for all hours of the day for seven days. Motor skill proficiency...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Megan MacDonald The purpose of this study was to explore the relationship between physical

Examining Early Gender Disparities in Academic Performance: A Pre-School Analysis of Gender Differences and Observations in Academic Assessments

Creator:: Snisky, Briana
Abstract:: Executive function (EF) is an extensively researched topic as a predictor for academic achievements for children. Delineated as qualities of self-regulation, EF prepares a child to produce successful behaviors for their learning and social environments. Entering school with sufficient self-regulation skills is proven advantageous for scholarly performance. Within the early...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: :_____________________________________________________ Megan MacDonald Executive function (EF) is an extensively researched topic as a predictor for

Comparison of Behaviors of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Different Play Settings

Creator:: Nussbaum, Katrina
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to compare the child behaviors of young children with autism spectrum disorder (ages 44-91 months) in different play settings. The hypothesis states that more positive child behaviors will be observed in the motor-based play setting compared to the free play setting. This study observed...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: (3), 315-326. doi:10.1080/02667363.2012.684340 Lloyd, M., MacDonald, M., & Lord, C. (2013). Motor

Examining the Relationship Between Parent and Child Health in Young Children with Developmental Disabilities

Creator:: Heinonen, Gregory A.
Abstract:: Childhood obesity is an extensively research topic as it effects a large number of individuals and has serious consequences on those effected. Current statistics estimate roughly 17% of the youth population is now obese. However, the spread of these cases is not equally distributed. Certain populations are at increased risk...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: :_____________________________________________________ Megan MacDonald Childhood obesity is an extensively research topic as it effects a large number

Physical activity and cognitive ability in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Creator:: Johnson, Nicole Brooke
Abstract:: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is described as a developmental disability characterized by impairments in social interaction, communication, and repetitive or restricted movements. It has been shown that as children with ASD age, their cognitive and social skills improve with time, and physical activity has been linked with improving aspects of...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: , 45(6), 1774–1786. http://doi.org/10.1037/a0016223 MacDonald, M., Lord, C., & Ulrich, D. (2013

Paralympic athlete activism on social media

Creator:: Browning, Riley
Abstract:: Activism is the action of promoting and campaigning for political or social change and a growing concept in the United States for the past few decades. This has included a Civil Rights movement, a Disability Rights movement, gender equality movements, and other movements - activist groups have been pushing for...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: :_____________________________________________________ Megan MacDonald Activism is the action of promoting and campaigning for political or

The Motor and Social Communicative Skills in Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Creator:: Khader, Ayesha
Abstract:: Interventions for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) focus on core impairments in social communication skills, yet studies have shown a relationship between social and motor skill deficits in children with ASD. The purpose of this study is to further examine individual levels of gross and fine motor skills...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: . Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Megan MacDonald

The effect of physical activity and the COVID-19 pandemic on children's self-regulation

Creator:: Hammer, Delaney
Abstract:: Self-regulation skills in children are an important indicator of positive life outcomes such as health and wealth. Techniques to improve self-regulation are important, as well as understanding what factors influence child development of self-regulation. This study investigates the connection between total minutes of physical activity per day, as well as...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: _____________________________________________________________________ Megan MacDonald, Committee Member, representing Kinesiology

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Antifungal Properties of Spotted Wing Drosophila (Drosophila suzukii) Larvae

Examining the Association of Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Children with Developmental Disabilities

Physical Activity and Motor Skills in Children with Disabilities

Examining Early Gender Disparities in Academic Performance: A Pre-School Analysis of Gender Differences and Observations in Academic Assessments

Comparison of Behaviors of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Different Play Settings

Examining the Relationship Between Parent and Child Health in Young Children with Developmental Disabilities

Physical activity and cognitive ability in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Paralympic athlete activism on social media

The Motor and Social Communicative Skills in Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

The effect of physical activity and the COVID-19 pandemic on children's self-regulation

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