Graduate Student Work
A collection of Graduate Student Work at the University of Northern Iowa.
Theses/Dissertations from 2006
Voicing women's resistance within religious studies: An interrogation of rational choice theory, Anne E. Tedore Open Access Thesis 2008 Award
Empowering Families From the Start: Kindergarten Family Nights, Melissa M. Teggatz Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Effects of the use of soybean oil as cutting fluid on the surface finish for turning operations, Carlos Alberto Terán Yengle Open Access Thesis
Cohort Study of Nitrate Exposure From Drinking Water, Mhg Level, and Implications on Possible Recovery Oxygen Uptake by Age-Grade, Patricia Teran Yengle Open Access Thesis
A preferred vision for leading schools : a reflective essay, Neal E. Thompson Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Year-Round Education, Kara Trentz Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teacher autonomy : a review of the research literature, Jaime A. Usma-Wilches Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Critical elements for leading secondary schools, Darci J. Wagner Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Effects of Dietary Intervention, Specifically the Gluten-Free, Casein-Free Diet, on the Behavior and the Learning Abilities of Children Who Have Been Diagnosed with Autism., Amy Wallace Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Comparing Computer Aided Drafting Curriculum of Maquoketa Community School District in Relation to Twenty Other Schools' Computer Aided Drafting Programs in the State of Iowa, Rhonda S. Welford Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Nebbe's Nature Nest : a summary of an animal assisted therapy camp, Nicole A. Whisler Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Influence of Significant Others on High School Students’ Expectancies, Task Value, and Motivation in Physical Education, Skip M. Williams Open Access Thesis
The Importance of eHealth in the Education of Underserved Populations, Shanel L. Winfield Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Impact of music education in early childhood classrooms, Melissa J. Wolf Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Uncovering perspectives and attitudes toward inclusion : a study of parents, students and teachers, Rea-Eleene Woolley Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Self-harm : a review of its nature, assessment and treatment, CJ Yerington Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Sending Children Who Are Medically Fragile to School, Aulanda L. Zenner Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Gender Differences in American Children's Oral Narratives, Nadezda M. Zernova Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using American Library Association's Current Notable Literature for Younger and Middle Readers to Help Enhance the 6 + 1 Trait Writing™ Model in the Elementary Classroom, Debra Zwank Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Submissions from 2005
Preventing Tax Filing Frauds in the Used Automotive Sales Industry, Nasir K. Al-Otaibi Open Access Graduate Student Work
English language learner program at Irving Elementary : finding a life preserver for sink or swim education, Pamela Argotsinger Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The mind is the tabernacle of the consciousness soul: A journey visiting the roles of consciousness, communication, education, and technology in human and curriculum development by integrating Dewey, Gebser, and Steiner: Past, present, future, Daniel Joseph Kazim Bardy Open Access Dissertation
The Subjectivity of Visual Inspection: Variables That Influence Inspector Decisions About Quality at a Cabinet Manufacturing Business, Bradley R. Bechthold Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A vision of educational leadership, Cheryl J. Bentley Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Value stream mapping for the core department in foundry of a tractor manufacturing firm, Narendra Bhati Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Case-Control Study: Past Chemical Exposures and the Measurement of the Red Blood Cell Acetylcholinesterase Reactivity in Vitro When Challenged at Various Dosages by Chlorpyrifos-Oxon, Naomi J. Bienfang Open Access Thesis
A preferred vision for leading secondary schools : a reflective essay, Al Blocker Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Examination of Amount of Time Spent in Heart Rate Zone During a Cup Stacking Unit in 4th-Grade Students, Kimberly Jo Boelke Open Access Thesis
Understanding the plight of the terminally ill population, Richelle C. Bouska Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Developmental Process of Reflection in Youth Ministry, Laura Bowers Open Access Thesis
What I believe about leadership and education : a reflective essay, Kathlynn W. Breinich Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What I believe about leadership and education : a reflective essay, Matthew R. Bro Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The role of today's high school counselor in working with students with special needs, Josh T. Carnelley Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Collaboration in Human Services: A Case Study of an After-School Program, Erin Rebekah Cebula Open Access Thesis
A preferred vision for leading elementary schools : a reflective essay, Katie E. Christiansen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A vision for leading schools : a reflective essay, Karen J. Coates. Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The nature of bullying in schools, Rachel M. Cole Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Components of effective peer helper programs, Aaron M. Cretin Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A preferred vision for leading an exemplary school : a reflective essay, Shauna Dennison Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Oppositional defiant disorder : using family therapy and parent training techniques for effective treatment outcomes, Caroline S. Dieken Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Becoming a better me : an examination of character education at the elementary level, Lori D. Dobbin Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Catholic saints: An exploration and inspiration in faith, Therese Drey Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Toward successful student writers: Change and growth in writing workshop, Kirstey Ewald Open Access Graduate Research Paper
English language learners in the integrated middle school science classroom, Julie A. Fee Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using web-based material to support secondary science curriculum, Ghadeer Filimban Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A preferred vision for administering secondary schools : a reflective essay, Theresa A. Fisher Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The impact of reciprocal teaching strategies on reading comprehension, Mary Jo Fitzgerald Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The effects of parental alcoholism on children, Ryan A. Flaherty Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What I believe about leadership and education : a reflective essay, Diane Shumate Foley Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Ukimwi : HIV/AIDS in Kenya, Virginia Wangui Gathua Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Fundamentals that result in a well-managed school : a reflective essay, Brian Gravel Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Monitoring spatial and temporal water quality changes in Iowa lakes using airborne hyperspectral imagery, Nathan Robert Green Open Access Thesis 2007 Award
Integrating spirituality into the counseling session : facilitating positive changes, Bruce A. Gregory Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Achievement Goal Theory: A Preliminary Study Examining Educators' Motivational Beliefs And Practices, Marc Groen Open Access Thesis
The effects of divorce on children and adolescents, Rachelle A. Haker Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Play therapy, Melissa A. Hardman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Implementation of cooperative groups and single gender classrooms, Kara Haugen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Overview of attachment disorder and effective treatments for children, Kathryn H. Hedican Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The implications of anger and school violence, Ronda Hilbert Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Nature and its application with students who have special needs, Nicholas J. Hoeger Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Eliminating the fear factor : fostering an environment of equality for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people in schools, Lana L. Hollar Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Cutting and self-mutilating behaviors among adolescent girls : a counselor's role in understanding and treatment, Carla C. Hughes Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A preferred vision for leading secondary schools : a reflective essay, Ralph J. Hughes Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What I believe about leadership and education : a reflective essay, Michael J. Irvin Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The impact of math teaching strategies on math achievement, Patty Jenkins Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Meeting the accountability challenge in guided reading instruction, Rachelle E. Jensen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Is teaching history reasonable, worthwhile, and beneficial in the elementary grades?, Jill Johnson Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Inter-institutional collaboration: A case study of factors contributing to the viability of the Iowa Community College Online Consortium, Kent Johnson Open Access Dissertation
An effective leader : a reflective essay, Darin Jones Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Critical elements essential for exemplary educational leadership, Kara T. Jones Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A qualitative investigation of student interactions in a learning activity center: Defining success, at-risk factors, and resiliency for developmental programs in community colleges, John L. Kalkwarf Open Access Dissertation
A preferred vision for exemplary, character-based educational leadership : a reflective essay, Kerry M. Ketcham Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The implementation of reciprocal teaching at Central Middle School, Audrey Kimball Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Reducing suicide risk among adolescents : treatment and intervention, Angie Kippe Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A look at administrative qualities for success : a reflective essay, Beth Ann Kleve Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Impact of the arts on students' learning, Sook Ming Kong Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A preferred vision for leading K-12 schools : a reflective essay, Tammy A. Kruse Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Dimension Calculation for Permanent Mold Casting of Gray Iron, Aleksey A. Kuchmenko Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Could distributed curriculum improve the ITBS scores of non-proficient students?, Lesli Lancey-Wensman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A preferred vision for leading elementary schools : a reflective essay, Beth Lang Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A preferred vision for administering schools : a reflective essay, Mark E. Lawler Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teacher perceptions of cross-cultural adaptability and instructional practices in international locations, Debra S. Lee Open Access Dissertation
A Descriptive Study of the Frequency and Intensity of Physical Activity Among Incoming First-Year Students at Luther College, Kristi Leonard Open Access Thesis
A preferred vision for leading schools : a reflective essay, DeAnne E.H. Lewis Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A preferred vision for leading an exemplary school : a reflective essay, Robert S. Libolt Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Administrative strategies that foster self-reflective practice in Iowa educators as perceived by middle level principals and teachers, Jane Brandt Lindaman Open Access Dissertation
Children living in poverty, Katie E. Long Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Grief and loss associated with divorce : a counseling perspective, Lisa A. Lydon Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Weight loss practices in amateur wrestlers and its relationship to disordered eating, Lyndsey M. Manderfield Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Fourth grade student achievement on math standardized tests in the absence of a math curriculum, Trista Manternach Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Relationship Between Time Spent in Physical Activity During Daily Physical Education and Selected Physical Fitness Components Among Elementary and Secondary Students, Shelley McCumber Open Access Thesis
The impact of sexual abuse on student performance, Denelle M. McWherter Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Adolescent eating disorders : causes, implications, and treatment, Margaret P. Messenger Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Writing in math and distributive learning in math problem solving, Mary Jo Metz Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A preferred vision for leading elementary schools : a reflective essay, James R. Meyer Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Opportunity and access for children with disabilities in the inclusive preschool classroom, Jodi Meyer-Mork Open Access Dissertation 2007 Award
Critical components to successful leadership in education : a reflective essay, Andrew J. Miehe Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What Do Board Members Think School Librarians Do? Perceptions of School Librarians by Iowa School Board Members, Lori R. Minnard Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Investigating the effectiveness of professional development on high school physics teachers' conceptual understanding of Newtonian mechanics, instructional practices, and the conceptual growth of their students, Julia K. Moeller Open Access Thesis 2006 Award
Study of reciprocal teaching and peer coaching at Central Middle School, Rebecca Mohorne Open Access Graduate Research Paper
