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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
Full Text:: older adult learning and higher development? Analysis of data yielded three central themes, with ten

Creator:: Li, Sissi L.
Abstract:: At the university level, introductory science courses usually have high student to teacher ratios which increases the challenge to meaningfully connect with students. Various curricula have been developed in physics education to actively engage students in learning through social interactions with peers and instructors in class. This learning environment demands...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: September 16, 2011. Title: Learning in a Physics Classroom Community: Physics Learning Identity

Creator:: Somerville, Jerry A.
Abstract:: The two-fold purpose of this study was to identify critically important factors that affect the meaningful assessment of student learning outcomes and study why they were critically important. A three-round Delphi process was used in both a pilot project and in a full study to solicit the opinions of individuals...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: evaluation processes” (Beno, 2004, p. 65). Student learning outcomes were defined as “knowledge, skills

Creator:: Beaty, Shirley A.
Abstract:: Research on the topic of learning styles has revealed the positive impact that implementation of a learning styles program can have on the education of America's youth. Yet for many districts in the state of Oregon, implementation is hindered by a lack of available funds and personnel trained to do...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: : Figure 1 Personalized Learning Evaluation Instruction Diagnosis Personalized Learning Prescription

Creator:: Shieh, Ruey S.
Abstract:: This study examined a web-based undergraduate course structured around social learning theories through the lens of social construction as a theoretical framework and a case study research method. The purpose of the study was to investigate students' learning experiences from a cognitively guided research framework. Instructional strategies practiced in the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: This study examined a web-based undergraduate course structured around social learning theories

Creator:: Remenick, Lauren
Abstract:: For adult learners to succeed in their educational endeavors, adult educators and event planners must meet their needs and goals (Storksdieck, Ellenbogen, & Heimlich, 2005). The learning environment affects how adults learn and what outcomes they achieve (e.g., Hamilton & Tee, 2010; Knowles, 1990; Lim, Morris, & Kupritz, 2007; Young,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: be involved in the planning and evaluation of their learning, as they are accustomed to taking

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