Graduate Student Work
A collection of Graduate Student Work at the University of Northern Iowa.
Submissions from 2006
The Americans with Disabilities Act and how it affects post-secondary education, Annette Louise Beck Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A Qualitative Study: Does Anger Elicit Gender Normative Aggressive Reactions?, Austin Beer Open Access Thesis
The effects of emotional intelligence in everyday life : what counselors can do to reinforce E.I. in couples counselings, Bridget M. Bencke Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Intuition, reflection, and theory: Student and teacher learning through multigenre memoir, Angela A. Benham Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
An investigation of the elderly in fiction for young people, Deborah Louise Berthelsen Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
Managing and Analyzing Data : A Case Study Demonstrating the Use of Computer Software to Improve a School’s Management and Analysis of Intervention Data, John R. Bethke Open Access Thesis
Emergent literacy learning, Tera Bockenstedt Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The effects of including peers in social skills training for students with autism, Cortney Boulden Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The relationship of the co-curriculum with student faith development: Challenge and support at a college of the church, Eric Bradley Braun Open Access Dissertation
The effects of bullying on elementary students, Renee E. Bullerman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The corporate university : effective strategies used to create a productive corporate training program, Eduardo Calderon Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Adding species diversity to a reconstructed prairie using an incremental approach, Amy L. Carolan Open Access Thesis
IEP meetings: What are the strategies that make an IEP meeting successful?, Maria T. Cashman Open Access Dissertation
An investigation of the general population's understanding of forgiveness, Wen-Chuan Rita Chang Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Attachment disorders in residential treatment, John Church Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What I believe about leadership in education : a reflective essay, James R. Cook Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Developing writers, Ann Craig Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Understanding the mind-body connection for optimal health and healing, Molly M. Cretsinger Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What I believe about leadership and education : a reflective essay, Valerie J. Daily Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Reflections on culture, change, and service in educational leadership, Jonathan J. Dennis Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Students at a Chinese radio and television university: Reasons for participation, and perceptions of their status as students and the quality of their learning, Huiping Ding Open Access Dissertation
A preferred vision for leading secondary schools : a reflective essay, Brian J. Downing Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Posttraumatic stress disorder in children and adolescents, Mary R. Driscoll Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Linking Interventions to Functional Behavior Assessment Results, Andrea Jo Duncan Open Access Thesis
A preferred vision for leading elementary schools : a reflective essay, Melinda S. Dunlap Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Implementing bibliotherapy: Noah & friends, Ryan Ealy Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The relationship of undergraduate cognitive development and academic advising preference at two small, private, liberal arts colleges, Vicki Van Vark Edelnant Open Access Dissertation
Harry Potter: A comparison of the characters, themes, setting and plot with the Arthurian legend, Diane L. Engbretson Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Augmentation of reading across the curriculum, student exploration of literature, and library collection development through the compilation of a comprehensive annotated bibliography of high school content area literature, Patricia J. ErkenBrack Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Key components in an online class, Renae Darlene Farrell Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Suggested core materials for early childhood programs, Erin Feingold Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Biomonitoring organochlorine and cholinesterase inhibiting insecticide in eastern Iowa streams, Matthew Thomas Fisher Open Access Thesis 2007 Award
The phenomenon of math anxiety, Mary S. Fliehler Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Value of Black and White in an Era of Color: A Textual Analysis of Black and White Illustrations in Picture Books, Theresa Forret Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Strategies for bridging the gender gap in technology use : from education to the workplace, Martha Frazier Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Working with children suffering from abuse and neglect, Shalon L. Frye Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A textual analysis of the role of women in historical fiction for young people, Jennifer Youngblut Gassman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Twins in the Kindergarten Classroom : What Factors Do Parents Consider When Deciding Whether to Place Their Same-Gendered Twins in Separate or Joint Classrooms?, Tammy Marie Gehling Open Access Thesis
Alternative high schools: what types of programs lead to the greatest level of effectiveness?, Timothy W. Gilson Open Access Dissertation
Daily drawing and writing activities in a preschool classroom, Lynn Glaser Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The availability of young adult fiction containing overt gay and lesbian characters in secondary schools in Northeast Iowa Area Education Agency 1, Misty Dawn Gray Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What I believe about leadership and education, Joseph L. Green II Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Vocabulary development through math journaling using technology resources in an elementary math classroom, Debbie Hansel Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The study of computational fluency, Cassandra Hart Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Mom's the Word: The Portrayal of the Single Mother/Son Relationship in Children's Literature, Sheryl Renee Haveman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
IEP team decision-making process in the reintegration of special education students: A qualitative analysis of exiting decisions, Kenneth G. Hayes Open Access Dissertation
Planning A Small-Scale Wind-Electric Generating System in Tama County Iowa, Michael Edward Hay Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Transferring a face-to-face course to online instruction at a community college, Brenda Heitmeyer Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Leading to develop a culture of learning : a reflective essay, Stacie A. Henderson Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What I believe about leadership and education : a reflective essay, Paul R. Henely Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The role of the kindergarten : history, concerns, and guidelines for developing an effective kindergarten program, Amanda N. Herber Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A solution-focused approach to school counseling, Holly Dawn Honey Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Cyberbullying: a workshop for parents, Erin Jackson Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Components of inclusion, Jodi Janssen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Building partnerships between teachers and families to enhance literacy learning, Lisa Jasiewicz Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What I believe about leadership and education : reflective research, Trent A. Jeffrey Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Play therapy with victims of child abuse, Annie E. Jessen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A holistic self-identity model, Jacquelyne R. Joens Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Caught or taught : development of a middle school spelling program, Jennie M. Johnson Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Review and recommendations for the City of Cedar Falls, Iowa regarding Phase II compliance with the Federal Clean Water Act: The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System, Rebecca Kauten Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Developing a web-based video tutorial on using HyperStudio, Sangsun Kim Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A preferred vision for administering high schools : a reflective essay, Shane R. Knoche Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Counseling gifted youth : problems and procedures, Susan C. Koldenhoven Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Best practices in middle level mathematics teaching and learning, Wendy Sue Korte Open Access Graduate Research Paper
United States American students' experience with and orientation toward international diversity in a Midwestern comprehensive university setting, Olga V. Kostareva Open Access Dissertation
Educational leadership and the vital role it plays, Brian T. Kuhle Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Post traumatic stress disorder and the benefits of guided mental imagery in treatment, Lisa A. Langstraat Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Contextual learning vs. standardized testing : and the winner is ... ?, Lorinda Leedom Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What are appropriate interventions and treatment programs for children with severe autism in an educational setting?, Michelle Leicht Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The factors preventing the successful implementation of a middle level advisory program at one middle school, Gina Grasso Leonard Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Face-to-face training versus Web-based training : which instructional approach is better?, Nichola J. Lewis Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Exploring the relationship between mathematics content knowledge and pedagogical content knowledge among pre-service teachers, Hsueh-I Martin Lo Open Access Dissertation
An investigation into microwave energy to soften scrap tire rubber aiding existing mechanical separation processes, Russell Jon Lucas Open Access Thesis
SHHHHH! The Negative Effect of Librarian Stereotypes on Junior High Students, Kerry Lust Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Need, qualifications, training, responsibilities, and supervision of paraprofessionals in special education : a qualitative case study approach, Heather L. Marolf Open Access Thesis
A preferred vision for leading schools : a reflective essay, Tashona R. Marshall Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Children of alcoholics : a struggle through childhood and adulthood, Christina M. McGreevey Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What I believe about leadership and education : a reflective essay, Brian J. Meaney Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Educational leadership in an age of accountability : a reflective essay, Laura J. Medberry Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Quality communication with parents, Michelle Meier Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Role-play and counselor education : bridging the practice-theory gap in prepracticum clinical training, Brian T. Merrick Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Professional portfolios : creating a framework for teacher accountability portfolios, Stephany K. Messer Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What is the meaning of This!?: A Case Study of a Small, Public School in Iowa and its Acceptable Use Policy Interpretation, Patricia L. Miles Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The role of emotional intelligence in counseling bilingual Latinos who avoid expressing or experiencing emotions, Mayra A. Montalvo Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Exemplary educational leadership : a reflective essay, Sarah E. Morgan Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Family, child, teacher perceptions of what African American adult family members think and do to assist their elementary school-aged children to become better readers, Shadrack Gabriel Msengi Open Access Dissertation
Separation Anxiety Within the School Context: A Qualitative Study of the Beliefs and Practices of Parents and Teachers, Lauryn C. Muller Open Access Thesis
Leading from within : a reflective essay, John C. Mutum Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The importance of vocabulary in the classroom, Sherri Neofotist Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Effects of external rewards on elementary students' motivation to read independently, Benjamin David Olsen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
No Child Left Behind (2001) and high stakes tests : how they affect teachers' experiences in the classroom, Emily N. Olson Open Access Thesis
Child sexual abuse, Anna Maria Opperman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Spirituality and counseling : an integration into practice, Nikole D. Paulie Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Exploring intersectionality in education: The intersection of gender, race, disability, and class, Amy J. Petersen Open Access Dissertation 2008 Award
There are no winners here: Teacher thinking and student underachievement in the 6th grade, Sue L. Pettit Open Access Dissertation
Self-mutilation : a misunderstood behavior, Carmon Rasmussen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Reading comprehension strategies for students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Susan Reese Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teacher perceptions on professional study groups as an effective means to successful guided reading implementation, Melissa Kay Reimer Open Access Thesis
Online counseling : effectiveness, benefits, roadblocks, and ethical dilemmas, Julia Aguilar Reyes Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Providing appropriate social interventions for preschool-age children with mild autism spectrum disorders, Angela M. Riesberg Open Access Graduate Research Paper