Graduate Student Research
A collection of Graduate Student Research by students in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction including electronic theses and dissertations, graduate research papers, and presentations given at the Annual Graduate Student Symposium.
Submissions from 2003
Developmental process and outcome of McKinley K-5 Elementary School "Portrait of America 2001-2002" multimedia CD-ROM, Cheryl Edwards Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Criticism of middle school curriculum integration : a review of the literature, Carrie Even Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Aligning technology and language arts standards, Catherine A. Feldmann Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Putting the best possible teacher in the classroom : through reflection and self-evaluation, Renee Fisher Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Technology coordinators : the relationship between employment responsibilities and need for ongoing professional development, Mary C. Frese Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The use of electronic portfolios for preservice teachers, Kimberly Gobble-Sengstock Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The digital media lab at Bainbridge College, Neil L. Griffin Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Year One in the writing workshop : a step in the right direction, Michelle L. Grimm Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Moral development of the characters of the Harry Potter series, Amy J. Grundmeyer Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using Mindtools to build information literacy and promote critical thinking, Matthew J. Haan Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Combining science and reading materials to teach comprehension strategies, Melena Haskovec Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Literature response journals : successful implementation in a balanced literacy program, Michelle Heiserman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Morning message : bringing interactive writing to life in a kindergarten classroom, Kay M. Hoffman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Constructivism in online learning : a literature review, Zishan Hong Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A Textual Analysis of the Portrayal of Parents in Young Adult Literature, Kathryn L. Reisetter Houck Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Carnegie Library Buildings in Iowa Today, Terri Hudachek Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Active learning techniques to teach Spanish vocabulary, Sara E. Janssen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Training : what is training, identifying the need for training, methods of training, and how can trainings effectiveness be evaluated?, Michael Johnson Jr. Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Best practices in reading instruction, Becky Jean Jones Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Pedagogical content knowledge—content area reading strategies: An analysis between teacher education and student teaching, Janet Kehe Dissertation (Electronic Copy Not Available)
A comparative analysis of early childhood education in Kenya and the United States of America : Kenya's social and economic constraints, Peter Kibet Koech Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Effective models as instructional designs to build student motivation in learning, Karla S. Lammers Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Integrating technology into the classroom through online projects : a fairy tale unit, Luann K. Langel Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The introduction of interactive multimedia DVD to the electronis media studies, Randal L. Lau Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Creating a successful online class in an alternative educational environment, Cathy L. Lewis Open Access Graduate Research Paper
How to teach the eight multiple intelligences developed by Howard Gardner in an elementary classroom, Sarah Lyle Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Differentiated instruction : does it work?, Michelle Maher Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Increasing transfer of training from learning to human performance in the corporate management work environment, Patrick G. McBride Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Laptop computers in the K-12 setting : the effect on instructional strategies and student learning, Sarah Merriam Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The benefits and liabilities of ability grouping in elementary school classrooms, Jill Miller Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using wordless picture books to stimulate fictional writing in first-grade students, Kathryn Nicol Morris Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Universal Design for Learning, Cindy Mudroch Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Enhancing student achievement in the middle school mathematics classroom using computer-based instruction, Anne Nedved Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using computer-based instruction to strengthen student achievement in the middle school mathematics classroom, Anne Nedved Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The need for handheld computers in the classroom, Joseph Nichols Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Evaluating the effectiveness of technology on learning in K-12 education, M. Ann Nicholson Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Predicting Ghanaian pre-service teachers' intention to teach high-risk sexual behavior prevention from teaching efficacy and prevention approach, Joseph Kwesi Ogah Open Access Dissertation 2005 Award
The effect of year-round education on student achievement, Rebecca Okerlund Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Factors motivating children to read, Tanya Marie Ossman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Developmental spelling instruction through word study, Elizabeth Ann Overstake Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teachers and technology : encouraging teachers to integrate technology into the curriculum, Diane Roethler Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Grade retention : its impact on students, Teresa Ann Schneider Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Best practices in teaching reading fluency in the elementary classroom, Tina Schneider Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Utilizing online literature circles to improve reading comprehension, Mark Schuldt Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Differentiating instruction using authentic, performance assessments and technology integration, Cynthia Seberg Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Implications of Face-To-Face And Web-Based Asynchronous Staff Development Approaches, John D. Solis Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using technology to provide more objective grading and compliance with "No Child Left Behind", Kevin Suhr Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Integrating Technology to Enhance Reading Comprehension, Ryan Thole Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Role of the Literacy Coach: The Challenge of Change, Janet Bargmann Thompsen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Minimizing the effects of the digital divide, Trevor Walker Open Access Graduate Research Paper
An effectiveness assessment of the Quicktionary reading pen for grades 3 through 6, Barbara K. Waugh Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Accelerated Reader and its impact on reading comprehension and lifelong literacy, Julie Whiston Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using technology to encourage critical thinking, Tracy Wilkins Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Orchestrating A Student's Reading Fluency in the Elementary Classroom, Sarah A. Yoder Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Best Practices in Balanced Early Literacy Instruction, Suzanne Yoder Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teachers' perceptions of the application of instructional design elements in the distance teaching process, Lihua Zheng Open Access Dissertation
Copyright Policy and Enforcement in Higher Education: The Impact on Distance Education, Michelle Elizabeth Zilisch Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Submissions from 2002
Helping families to capitalize on literacy in their homes, Paula K. Azinger Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Parents in education (PIE), Kathy L. Becker Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Integrating New Technologies Into the Methods of Education (INTIME): Its impact on the professional practice of participating teacher educators, Marius Boboc Open Access Dissertation
Trends, patterns, and characteristics of young adult horror fiction, Melissa A. Buelow Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Middle school art and the Internet, John F. Bueltel Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using authentic learning to teach basic technology skills, Steven Burken Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Experiential learning in webcasting for peace through tourism, Courtlandt Butts Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Adult distance learners in distance education : a literature review, Yu Cao Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Vocabulary : a building block in reading, Lisa L. Capper Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Web publishing using MS Word, Christie Carlsen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The role of invented spelling in early literacy, Nancy Carper Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Creating a user friendly website for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Black Hawk County, Kimberly M. Carter Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Classroom success using online distance education : methods for maximizing the effectiveness of online distance education, Deborah Rae Crane Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Music and software piracy : issues and solutions for music teachers and media intensive educators, Chad Criswell Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The use of electronic technologies in the Cedar Rapids Community Schools' physical education programs, Nicholaus J. Daniel Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Improving after-school programs : a literature review, Harriet A. Davis Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Retention in the new millennium, Pat Davison Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Meeting the needs of gifted primary readers, Lori K. DeBoer Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Developing a quality parent program for Dunkerton Preschool, Jolene Denner Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Effective bilingual practices for early childhood reading and language arts :/ a professional development seminar and model thematic unit for English-Spanish bilingual educators, Priscila Palomino de Piper Open Access Graduate Research Paper
DVD technology for educational purposes, Donald J. Devore Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Evaluating the effectiveness of team-teaching involving general and special education teachers in early childhood programs, Lesley Janelle Ehlers Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Developing literacy through storybook reading events, Linda Eitmann Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The constructivist-based approach : the better choice for learning, Consuella Eugene Open Access Graduate Research Paper
When and how should keyboarding be taught in the elementary school?, Shannon Fleming Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Implementing student-led conferences, Allyson Forney Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Indivisible, with an education for all : differentiation strategies used in a multi-categorical classroom, Stephanie Elizabeth Francis Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The educational thought and practices of Padre Luís Alberto Hurtado Cruchaga S. J., Justo Gallardo Open Access Dissertation
Establishing literature circles in one middle school teacher's classroom, Kristin M. Englert Gehrke Open Access Graduate Research Paper
To Be or Not To Be: A Portrayal of William Shakespeare in Children's Literature, Kathy S. Grout Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Retention in the primary grades, Joni Gunter Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Universal design for learning, Julie Hill Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Portrayal of Grandparents in Young Adult Fiction, Sherri L. Imoehl Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Phonics or whole language : choosing the most effective approach to teach reading, Alisha Sue Jobe Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Specific problem solution and distant learning, David L. Kastler Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Characteristics and concepts of Muslims as portrayed in children's fictional literature, Judy Diane Kingery Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
Performance improvement or training : what is the difference?, Travis Kramer Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What parents and teachers want to know about schools and how schools can advertise this information using technology, Denise H. Krefting Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A social studies/science technology project manual for upper elementary educators in the Dubuque Community School District, Jenny M. Kress Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Removing dust bunnies and expensive paperweights from the classroom : effective staff development in educational technology, Margaret F. Krzywicki Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using the instructional computing design process to introduce and incorporate the Boys Town social skills, Marcus R. Kurtz Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Designing a web page to facilitate communication, Lori B. Lee Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teaching literacy in kindergarten, Dawnette Diane Leslie Open Access Graduate Research Paper
