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Understanding mathematical discourse in the elementary classroom : a case study

Creator:: Blanke, Barbara Lynn
Abstract:: The purpose of this case study was to examine a third-grade teacher’s effective use of mathematical discourse in the classroom setting. The study offers insights into the following research questions: 1) How does a teacher’s engagement in mathematical discourse communities influence her practice and self-efficacy as a mathematics educator? 2)...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: White, Dr. Tom Dick and Dr. Elaine Pedersen. Your insights and support were superb! This

National culture and clothing values : a cross-national study of Taiwan and United States consumers

Creator:: Hsu, Hsiu-Ju
Abstract:: According to Blackwell, Miniard, and Engel (2001), "[c]ulture has a profound effect on why and how people buy and consume products and services" (p. 320). In the present study, Hofstede's classifications of national culture are used as a framework to examine the relationships among long-term orientation national culture (Taiwan and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: thanks and appreciation to my committee members. I want to thank Dr. Hal F. Koenig, Dr. Elaine Pedersen

Increasing physical activity in adults : identifying mechanisms of goal-setting theory

Creator:: Moon, Dal-Hyun
Abstract:: Walking is the most popular type of physical activity among the adult population in the United States including individuals with disabilities. Considering the popularity of the activity, walking-related physical activity should be a focus of health promotion campaigns among the adult population. Rhodes and Nigg (2011) suggested that employing theory-based...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Elaine Pedersen for their support and feedback throughout this project. I would also like to

The design, meaning, and use of the Turkish salon

Creator:: Dazkir, Sibel Seda
Abstract:: This exploratory study was focused on the design, meaning and use of the Turkish salon (the sitting room for guests). The findings provided an understanding of the different aspects of people's experiences of their salons. Socially and personally constructed meanings were examined to gain a deeper understanding of the respondents'...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: McMurray, Dr. Elaine Pedersen, Dr. Brigitte Cluver, and Dr. Katherine MacTavish for serving on my

The consumption and design process of handcrafters : theoretical implications

Creator:: Stannard, Casey Rhea
Abstract:: The overarching purpose of this research was to determine characteristics of raw materials which impacted the consumption and design process of crafters. The characteristics were related to the three levels of design as described by Donald Norman and the concept of linking value in consumer tribes. The specific focus of...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Her choice : identity formation and dress among Iranian, Muslim women living in the United States

Creator:: Howell, Alexandra L.
Abstract:: The Islamic faith is a growing global religion; the Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life (2011) estimates that globally the Muslim population is 1.6 billion and will increase to 2.2 billion by 2030. As the population of Muslims grows the apparent misunderstandings of the faith among Western societies are...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: academic life without your counsel and encouragement. My committee members, Dr. Elaine Pedersen, Dr

When More Is Less : Consumer Attitude Formation When Facing Choice Overload In Apparel E-Commerce

Creator:: Tung, Tsun-Yin
Abstract:: This study proposed a theoretical model of choice overload and empirically examined the model in the context of online apparel shopping. The purpose of the study was to investigate how the number of choices and product presentation formats influenced consumers’ online apparel shopping experience as well as how the formed...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: my committee members, Dr. Elaine Pedersen, Dr. Brigitte Cluver, and Dr. Chris Knowles. Elaine

Material Expressions of Class, Status and Authority amongst Commissioned Officers at Fort Yamhill and Fort Hoskins, Oregon, 1856-1866

Creator:: Eichelberger, Justin E.
Abstract:: During the 19th century the United States Army was a military institution characterized by a hierarchical system of authoritative, social and economic inequality between members of its different military grades. Although necessary for insuring military discipline within the Army this system of inequality also influenced the non-military social lives of...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: to thank the members of the Ph.D. Committee: Drs. Elaine Pedersen, Sunil Khanna, Leah Minc and

At River’s Edge: An Examination of Overseas Chinese Settlements in Northern Oregon during the Exclusion Act Era

Creator:: Maddoux, Maryanne F.
Abstract:: The written history of Oregon spanning the late 18th and early 19th centuries lacks evidence of the contributions made by the Overseas Chinese communities who existed in Oregon during this period. The purpose of this examination is to study the Overseas Chinese communities which resided in the cities of The...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: appreciation to my doctoral committee, comprised of Dr. David Brauner, Dr. Elaine Pedersen, Dr. Leah Minc, Dr

Caution! High Water: A Historical Archaeological Investigation of the Champoeg Townsite (ORMA26) after the 1861 Flood

Creator:: Hill, Cayla L.
Abstract:: The Champoeg townsite first developed due to its ideal settlement and trade location within the Willamette Valley, becoming the ‘legal birthplace of Oregon’ in 1843. However, by 1860 Champoeg’s significance had begun to decline, and in December of 1861 a devastating flood wiped out the townsite. Archaeological excavations took place...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Oregon State University. Dr. Elaine Pedersen has also been very helpful and supportive, and I am glad

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Understanding mathematical discourse in the elementary classroom : a case study

National culture and clothing values : a cross-national study of Taiwan and United States consumers

Increasing physical activity in adults : identifying mechanisms of goal-setting theory

The design, meaning, and use of the Turkish salon

The consumption and design process of handcrafters : theoretical implications

Her choice : identity formation and dress among Iranian, Muslim women living in the United States

When More Is Less : Consumer Attitude Formation When Facing Choice Overload In Apparel E-Commerce

Material Expressions of Class, Status and Authority amongst Commissioned Officers at Fort Yamhill and Fort Hoskins, Oregon, 1856-1866

At River’s Edge: An Examination of Overseas Chinese Settlements in Northern Oregon during the Exclusion Act Era

Caution! High Water: A Historical Archaeological Investigation of the Champoeg Townsite (ORMA26) after the 1861 Flood

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