Graduate Student Work
A collection of Graduate Student Work at the University of Northern Iowa.
Theses/Dissertations from 2012
Space, History and Law: Rethinking Canadian Territorial Claims in the Arctic, Michael Graham, Department of Geography, Open Access Thesis
Predicting Reflective Reactions to Rejection Using the Multimodal Model of Rejection, Abigail Leigh Harris Open Access Thesis
A Graduate Recital in Voice, Lauren Elizabeth Hartman, School of Music, Open Access Thesis
Emphasizing Project Based Curriculum in Principles of Engineering - A Project Lead the Way Course, Pamela Rae Baier Hartman, Science Education Program, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Graduate Jazz Pedagogy Recital, Cory Healey, School of Music, Open Access Thesis
Implementing electronic storybooks and the effects on reading achievement at the elementary level, Chelsey Heidemann, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Psychopathy and Victim-Type Related to Treatment Outcome for Civilly Committed Sexual Offenders, Ashley Helle, Department of Psychology, Open Access Thesis
A Master’s Recital in Voice, Kaethe Blue Henning, School of Music, Open Access Thesis
Literacy, Autism, and Inclusion, Bridgett L. Hodges, Department of Educational Psychology, Foundations, and Leadership Studies, Open Access Thesis
John Holloway in Recital, John K. Holloway, School of Music, Open Access Thesis
A Storybook for Children with Celiac Disease, Heather A. Hope, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Baseball in the heartland: Semi-pro baseball survives in Iowa, Todd Michael Hospodarsky, Department of History, Open Access Thesis 2004 Award
Master's Recital in Piano, Hsueh-Ling Huang, School of Music, Open Access Thesis
Analysis of Covert Software Behavior, Zhen Huo, Department of Computer Science, Open Access Thesis
Instructional coaching : a look at teaching practices and impact on student achievement, Sharon Sue Ingebrand Open Access Dissertation
Assistive technology for students with disabilities: Resources and challenges encountered by teachers, Dawn LaRae Jacobsen, Department of Special Education, Open Access Dissertation
Asking school psychologists how job satisfaction can be increased, Justin S. Janssen, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
Fifth graders' discussions of graphic novels facilitated by de Bono Thinking Skills, Kimberly Ann Jennings, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Identifying U.S. First Ladies Involved with Child and Youth Serving Organizations, Greta A. Johnson, Division of Leisure, Youth and Human Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Access versus circulation for kindergarten students, Linda Johnson, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
Strategic communication in women's rights organizations: Tools, challenges and best practices, Anastasia Kalinina, Department of Communication Studies, Open Access Thesis 2013 Award
The Crocker Street YMCA: A Legacy of Leaders, Michael P. Kates, Department of History, Open Access Thesis
The inverted classroom : a literature review, Jennie Kies, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Being in the world : an existential inquiry of knowing one's self through a personal project : in the context of dissertation survival, Tomoe Kitajima, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Dissertation
Comparing fossil instruction with and without analogy use for gifted middle-school students, Tabatha J. Klopp, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Concept-Based Picture Books for Mathematics, Miranda E. Kral, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Aftermath of Deployment on Military Soldiers, Families and Children, Keri Lee Kulish, Division of Leisure, Youth and Human Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Digital storytelling : building 21st century literacy skills in the secondary classroom, William P. Lammers, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The role of the school principal in technology integration : a literature review, Lance Lennon, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Exploring new roles of classroom teachers in Iowa communities experiencing rapid ethnic diversification, Cindy R. Lewis, Department of Educational Leadership and Postsecondary Education, Open Access Dissertation 2010 Award
Comparing Freshmen and Transfer Student-Athletes to Returning Student Athletes on Stress, Social Support, Anxiety, and Injury Risk, Emily Link, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
Perceptions of the Motivational Climate, Athletic Identity, and Sport Ethic in Relation to Athletic Injury, Katie Lynn Luzum, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
The design and evaluation of Wireless Sensor Networks for applications in industrial locations, Hameed Madwar Open Access Dissertation 2002 Award
Building 21st century business skills in high school business classrooms using digital games and simulations, Stacy Marcus, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Universal Design for Learning at the University of Northern Iowa, Marty Mark, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Early avian colonization in a prairie biofuel project, James T. Mason, Department of Biology, Open Access Thesis
School Libraries: Developing a Valuable Resource for Gifted Learners, Corinn K. Matheson, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Disordered eating habits and extreme weight loss techniques in collegiate wrestlers: A qualitative analysis, Jaime Marie Mayer, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis 2008 Award
Disordered Eating Habits and Extreme Weight Loss Techniques in Collegiate Wrestlers: A Qualitative Analysis, Jaime Marie Mayer, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
Effective in-service professional development for child care providers, Tina McCullough, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Measurement and Graphing Guided Inquiry Based Unit, Charlotte Louise McDermott, Science Education Program, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Invented spelling and its value in kindergarten, Michelle J. McDonald, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A Student Employee Training Survey for Collegiate Recreation Departments, Rick McGill, Division of Leisure, Youth and Human Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using Positive Behavior Instructional Support (PBIS) in early childhood, Megan Merkel, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Differentiated instruction : learning profiles, assessment, and professional development, Sharon Kay Meyer, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The effects new literacy and digital learning have on our youth, Joshua L. Mitchell Sr., Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
iPads versus laptops: The effects of mobile device interfaces on students' attitudes towards technology and learning, Evans Lugalia Mudanya, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Thesis
Learning transfer of geospatial technologies in secondary science and mathematics core areas, Curtis P. Nielsen, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Dissertation
Back Pain and Injury Prevalence and Prevention Strategies in the Workplace, Erin Randi Nielsen, Department of Health, Recreation, and Community Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Self-defeating behaviors in sexual offenders: Exploring factors of social support and motivation to change, Cassie Rose Nieman, Department of Psychology, Open Access Thesis 2013 Award
An Evaluation of the Lifeguard Rescue Trends at the University of Northern Iowa Wellness and Recreation Services, Kristi O'Brien, Division of Leisure, Youth and Human Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using social technology in professional development: a literature review, Catherine M. Olson, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teachers’ Efficacy and Perceived Role in Dropout Prevention, Brent O'Rourke, Department of Educational Psychology, Foundations, and Leadership Studies, Open Access Thesis
Building sustainable schoolwide positive behavior supports in high schools, Jessica M. Overturf, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
Circulating and organizational testosterone and the perception of dominance, Jon C. Pedersen, Department of Psychology, Open Access Thesis 2014 Award
Ergonomics evaluation of task demands among kitchen staff, Jaqueline Pereira Da Silva Open Access Thesis
Vocabulary acquisition in preschool English language learners, Leann Perkins, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teacher education protocol : how social media improves connections between teachers and students, Darcel Pledge, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Integrating literacy into the math classroom : a staff development for innovative educators, Kathryn Pollina, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Multicultural Boards: An Examination of the Pertinent Literature of the Understanding of an Individual’s Roles Serving on an International Nonprofit Board of Directors, Carrie E. Radloff, Department of Health, Recreation, and Community Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Social bookmarking in the classroom, Sara Richardson, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A Sociable Humanoid Autonomous Robotic Platform (the SHARP Project): An evaluation of the G.E.N.E.S.I.S. robot as an interactive consumer robotic platform, Jeffrey J. Rick Open Access Thesis 2003 Award
Try to See Me as Me: Understanding Autism in Children's Literature, Brandee Roelfs, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The use of nonfiction with early childhood aged children, Lacy J. Rose, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Participation and Attrition in Youth Sport, Laura Sue Rowen, Division of Physical Education, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Decoding Hollywood: An instructional design module for visual literacy of race, ethnicity, & cultural portrayals in Hollywood films, Derek A. Sallis, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Kindergarten transition and parent communication, Jessica Rae Sandboth, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Measuring depth of understanding when using smartphones as cognitive tools in the elementary classroom, Lisa Westcott Schaa, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The new literacies: Transitioning the secondary writing workshop classroom, Laura Schafer, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Formative Assessment in the High School Chemistry Classroom, Clinton Fay Schmitz, Science Education Program, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Embedded experiences, critical conversations: Learning about teaching in a professional development school cohort setting, Daphne Schuchart, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Dissertation (UNI Access Only)
Boy's Recreational Reading in a One-to-One Computer School, Michaela Seeman, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Relationships between Exercise Self-Efficacy, Social Support, Transtheoritical Model and Self-Regulation on Perceived Wellness among College Students, Zachary Sherman, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Role strain in probation and parole work and strategies used to reduce strain, Samantha A. Shoger, Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminology, Open Access Thesis
Peer coaching in early childhood, Michelle Silvera, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
School library circulation records: What do they reveal about boys' reading preferences?, Chelsea Sims, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Positive Portrayal of Family in Children's Books with Homosexual Characters, Amanda Skellenger, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Career Cruising impact on the self efficacy of deciding majors, Anthony William Smothers, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Dissertation
Development of an ankle function model, Kelli R. Snyder, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Dissertation 2001 Award
A consideration of positive behavior supports through a preschool lens, Theresa J. Stevenson, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
The Relationship between Physical Activity and Academic Achievement, Annie M. Stoessel, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The role of animal-assisted therapy in initial psychotherapy sessions with adolescents, Erin B. Stromberg, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
Special issues in engaging and collaborating with families of English language learners, Stephanie Allison Strouse, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs About HIV/Aids Among Central African Immigrants Who Live in Cedar Rapids, IA, Natalie M. Sugira, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
Women's status and fertility rates : results from national level data, Jason Thomas Surratt, Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminology, Open Access Thesis
Forensic Science: An Applied Chemistry Single Semester Course, Theresa A. Theis, Science Education Program, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The impact of pretend play on cognitive and academic development of kindergarten students, April Marie Thelen, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Observation as a formal assessment tool in early childhood classrooms: A professional development module, Kathleen M. Thornton-Lang, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Worksite Wellness: Best Practices, Sarah C. Tighe, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teacher Librarian Evaluation in Small Districts in Four Iowa Counties, Marci Titera, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What About the Girls? The Female Fantasy Protagonist in Contemporary Young Adult Literature, Christine M. Tomlinson, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Beyond the dictionary : what teachers can do to help build struggling readers' vocabularies, Stefanie Van Heukelom, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Familial Influences on the Physical Activity Culture of Children, Shari L. Vermeer, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Digital gaming as a learning tool : a literature review, Seth Weylin Vickers, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Library and Technology Combined Curriculum for Kindergarten/First Grade Common Core, Dyann K. Vilez, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using metarules to integrate knowledge in knowledge based systems. An application in the woodworking industry, Alvaro Villavicencio Open Access Dissertation 2009 Award
The role of teacher belief systems in technology integration, Joni M. Walvatne, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using serious games in an educational setting, Angela Webb, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Infant literacy, Tera Weber, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Life Experiences of ATEP Students Experiencing Burnout, Abigail Rae Wieck Open Access Graduate Research Paper
