Graduate Student Work
A collection of Graduate Student Work at the University of Northern Iowa.
Submissions from 2006
Delivering English Language Camps in China, Jennifer Hall, Division of Leisure, Youth and Human Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Vocabulary development through math journaling using technology resources in an elementary math classroom, Debbie Hansel, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The study of computational fluency, Cassandra Hart, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Mom's the word: The portrayal of the single mother/son relationship in children's literature, Sheryl Renee Haveman, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 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, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 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, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
How Jesse Cosby Relates to the History of Leisure and Youth Services in Black Hawk County, Jesse Clinton Henderson, Division of Leisure, Youth and Human Services, 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, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
George Frideric Handel's St. John Passion, Boe Tanner Hodnefield, School of Music, Open Access Thesis
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) Certification Portfolio, Margaret Hogan, Science Education Program, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Effects of Work Schedule Flexibility on Potential Job Seekers Perceptions in Organizations of Differing Prestige, Kirk C. Hogendorn Open Access Thesis
A solution-focused approach to school counseling, Holly Dawn Honey Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Effects of Hallucination Simulations on Neurocognition: An Investigation of Auditory Hallucinations Using the Irrelevant Speech Paradigm, Suzanne Adele Horsager, Department of Psychology, Open Access Thesis
A Study of the Relationship between the Number of High School Science Credits Earned and Successful Completion of the First Year of College at a Regents’ Institution, Amy Denise Jabens, Department of Teaching, Open Access Thesis
Cyberbullying: a workshop for parents, Erin Jackson Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A Review of Achievement Goal Theory in Physical Education, Julie A. Jahn, Division of Physical Education, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Effect of a Biomes Genetics Unit on Student Achievement in High School Biology, Melissa C. James, Department of Teaching, Open Access Thesis
Components of inclusion, Jodi Janssen, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Building partnerships between teachers and families to enhance literacy learning, Lisa Jasiewicz, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 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
Stages of Change, Process of Change, Self-Efficacy, Decisional Balance, and Behavior Intention for Exercise Behavior by Young Adults, Danielle Johnson, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
Caught or taught : development of a middle school spelling program, Jennie M. Johnson, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A Review of Selected Determinants of Youth Physical Activity, Emily M. Jones, Division of Physical Education, 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, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 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
Perception of Youth Participation of Human Service Collaboration Among Youth Workers in Hong Kong, Yuet-Mui Kong, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
Best practices in middle level mathematics teaching and learning, Wendy Sue Korte, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 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, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Dissertation
Educational leadership and the vital role it plays, Brian T. Kuhle Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Obesity in Adolescents and Its Associations With Physical Activity and Diet, Soyang Kwon, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
Biotechnology Education in the State of Iowa: A Survey of Teachers and Factors Affecting Inclusion, Jason Allen Lang, Department of Biology, Open Access Thesis
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, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What are appropriate interventions and treatment programs for children with severe autism in an educational setting?, Michelle Leicht, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The factors preventing the successful implementation of a middle level advisory program at one middle school, Gina Grasso Leonard, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Face-to-face training versus Web-based training : which instructional approach is better?, Nichola J. Lewis, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Exploring the relationship between mathematics content knowledge and pedagogical content knowledge among pre-service teachers, Hsueh-I Martin Lo, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 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, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Relationship of Time Spent Training at Three Physiological Loads and Performance in Endurance Athletes, Nicholas L. Maas, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
Need, qualifications, training, responsibilities, and supervision of paraprofessionals in special education : a qualitative case study approach, Heather L. Marolf, Department of Special Education, Open Access Thesis
A preferred vision for leading schools : a reflective essay, Tashona R. Marshall Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Athletic Training Education: A Review of Literature, Abigail S. McCorkel, School of Applied Human Sciences, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Children of alcoholics : a struggle through childhood and adulthood, Christina M. McGreevey Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What Does Research Tell Us About Coeducational and Single-Sex Physical Education, Jaimie McMullen, Division of Physical Education, 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, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 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, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 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, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Incorporating Reading Comprehension Tools into an Anatomy and Physiology Curriculum, Stephanie Monahan, Science Education Program, 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, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Dissertation
Separation Anxiety Within the School Context: A Qualitative Study of the Beliefs and Practices of Parents and Teachers, Lauryn C. Muller, Department of Educational Psychology, Foundations, and Leadership Studies, 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, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Effects of external rewards on elementary students' motivation to read independently, Benjamin David Olsen, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Effects of External Rewards on Elementary Students’ Motivation to Read Independently, Benjamin David Olsen, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Thesis
No Child Left Behind (2001) and high stakes tests : how they affect teachers' experiences in the classroom, Emily N. Olson, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
Child sexual abuse, Anna Maria Opperman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Correlation Between Acculturation and Health Promotion Behavior Among Hispanics/Latinos in Black Hawk County, Iowa, Ki-Hyung Park, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
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, Department of Special Education, Open Access Dissertation 2008 Award
There are no winners here: Teacher thinking and student underachievement in the 6th grade, Sue L. Pettit, Department of Special Education, Open Access Dissertation
A Literature Review and Grant Proposal for a Women’s Wellness Program, Laura Poppen, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Self-mutilation : a misunderstood behavior, Carmon Rasmussen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Reading comprehension strategies for students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Susan Reese, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teacher perceptions on professional study groups as an effective means to successful guided reading implementation, Melissa Kay Reimer, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 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, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Education must change : a reflective essay, Ryan K. Riewerts Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The lessons and experiences of my transformation into an educational leader : a reflective essay, Kelli Kathleen Rixner Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A preferred vision for leading PK-12 schools : a reflective essay, Derek L. Roberts Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Student Attendance and Its Relationship to Student Achievement in an Earth Science Class, Gregory Lee Schafer, Department of Biology, Open Access Thesis
Functional behavioral assessment : a new model for interviewing, Shelley K. Schafer, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
The high cost of bullying, Ramona J. Schmidt Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The practices of a successful educational leader : a reflective essay, Christopher K. Schmit Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Sign to learn : sign language as a teaching tool in hearing classrooms, Angela M. Schneden, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Direction of Ghosts by Henrik Ibsen: Theatre UNI, Spring Semester 2004, Megan E. Schumacher, Department of Theatre, Open Access Thesis
Gender and policing : an analysis of police departments as gendered organizations, Kimberly L. Seavey, Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminology, Open Access Thesis
Attributing success and failure : attribution theory at work, Ellen M. Shay, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Collaborative leadership is a critical element essential for exemplary educational leadership : a reflective essay, William R. Sieck Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Constructivist education : exploring the constructivist theory and No Child Left Behind to develop an effective kindergarten program, Leigh M. Siegert, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Revision of the Carlisle Elementary preschool standards based on the Iowa Early Learning Standards, Marne M. Sievers, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Relationship of Perceived Physical Competence, Exercise Intensity, and Body Mass Index to Enjoyment of Elementary Students in Physical Education, Wei Mei Sin, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
Addressing diversity: A case study of teacher educators' views and instructional practices at a Midwestern university, Alina Slapac, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Dissertation
Character education, Kim Slater, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Children of incarcerated mothers, Kisha Smith Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Incorporating interactive writing throughout the day in a kindergarten classroom, Amy Sobaski, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Job satisfaction of Iowa public school principals, Boris Sodoma Open Access Dissertation
Speech recognition: The interpretation of training and using speech recognition software from the perspectives of postsecondary students with learning challenges, Delann Soenksen Open Access Dissertation
