Graduate Student Research
A collection of Graduate Student Research by students in the College of Education.
Theses/Dissertations from 2006
Separation Anxiety Within the School Context: A Qualitative Study of the Beliefs and Practices of Parents and Teachers, Lauryn C. Muller Open Access Thesis
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
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
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
Providing appropriate social interventions for preschool-age children with mild autism spectrum disorders, Angela M. Riesberg Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Functional behavioral assessment : a new model for interviewing, Shelley K. Schafer Open Access Thesis
Sign to learn : sign language as a teaching tool in hearing classrooms, Angela M. Schneden Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Attributing success and failure : attribution theory at work, Ellen M. Shay 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 Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Revision of the Carlisle Elementary preschool standards based on the Iowa Early Learning Standards, Marne M. Sievers Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Addressing diversity: A case study of teacher educators' views and instructional practices at a Midwestern university, Alina Slapac Open Access Dissertation
Character education, Kim Slater Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Incorporating interactive writing throughout the day in a kindergarten classroom, Amy Sobaski Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Educational Leadership, Aaron J. Stecker Open Access Graduate Research Paper
M is for Marshalltown, Beth S. Steffa Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Narrative therapy treatment for adolescents with drug abuse, Julie F. Stevens Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The contribution of socio-economic status and maturity on injury risk in youth soccer, Kristin Noel Stoneberg Open Access Thesis 2007 Award
The advantages and disadvantages of recess, Nicole Sullivan Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Problem Based Learning, Susan Tebbe Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Empowering Families From the Start: Kindergarten Family Nights, Melissa M. Teggatz Open Access Graduate Research Paper
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
Nebbe's Nature Nest : a summary of an animal assisted therapy camp, Nicole A. Whisler Open Access Graduate Research Paper
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
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
Catholic saints: An exploration and inspiration in faith, Therese Drey 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
Achievement Goal Theory: A Preliminary Study Examining Educators' Motivational Beliefs And Practices, Marc Groen Open Access Thesis
Implementation of cooperative groups and single gender classrooms, Kara Haugen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The implications of anger and school violence, Ronda Hilbert 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
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
The implementation of reciprocal teaching at Central Middle School, Audrey Kimball Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Impact of the arts on students' learning, Sook Ming Kong Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Could distributed curriculum improve the ITBS scores of non-proficient students?, Lesli Lancey-Wensman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teacher perceptions of cross-cultural adaptability and instructional practices in international locations, Debra S. Lee Open Access Dissertation
Fourth grade student achievement on math standardized tests in the absence of a math curriculum, Trista Manternach Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Writing in math and distributive learning in math problem solving, Mary Jo Metz 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
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
Study of reciprocal teaching and peer coaching at Central Middle School, Rebecca Mohorne Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The use of direct observation in functional behavior assessment, Lori O'Rourke Open Access Thesis
Come out, stay out, stand out: Eight stories of gay and lesbian high school students, Nicholas J. Pace Open Access Dissertation
The impact of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) legislation on school leadership of two school buildings designated in need of improvement: An agency theory perspective, Susan Pecinovsky Open Access Dissertation 2006 Award
Effective strategies for reading improvement, Susan Pelleymounter Open Access Graduate Research Paper
How can technology assist in the effectiveness of after school programs?, Imani A. Phillips Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Keyword or Hierarchical Searching? A Quantitative Comparison of World Wide Web Searching Methods by High School Juniors in North Iowa, Harold Price Open Access Graduate Research Paper
How can teachers motivate secondary language arts students? : 5 prototypes, Kylee Schmitt Pusteoska Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using Office Referral Data to Help Understand School-Wide Discipline, Sarah Remakel-Henkels Open Access Thesis
A distributed strategies approach to teaching multiplication and problem solving, Holly K. Ritter Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Writing a Short Science Fiction Novel for Young Adults, Cheryl Robson Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Strategies to improve reading fluency in the elementary classroom, Jill Marie Vorwald Sampson Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Implementation of reciprocal teaching strategies, Michael Sauer Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Utilizing geographic education research to increase learning in a seventh grade geography course, Eric Uwe Schulz Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Small group math instruction : is it beneficial in a seventh grade classroom?, JoEllen A. Schwab Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Integrating technology and education, Jori L. Showalter Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Implementing distributed practice, Christi Sires Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Emotional intelligence as a protective factor for risk behavior in adolescence, Nicole Renee Skaar Open Access Thesis
Peer tutoring and technology integration : you too can make it happen!, Brandy Smith Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Fostering writing through instructional strategies : a case study in a special needs class, Melissa A. Steggall Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using Technology in a Social Studies Classroom, Cari R. Teske Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Success of Early Reading Interventions, Tammy A. Theroith Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Why people self-injure and what school counselors can do to help, Emily M. Thole Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Reciprocal teaching as an instructional strategy to increase reading comprehension, Paula Thome Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Effective Thinking Strategies, Wendy Trainer Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Writing a Historical Fiction Novel: The Marks of the Shaman: The Diary of Indian Captive Olive Oatman, Heather J. Uhlmeyer Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Vocabulary Instruction Correlation to Reading Comprehension, Kelly M. Vaughn Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What I believe about leadership and education : a reflective essay, Kathleen M. Walech Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Elements of leadership in education : a reflective essay, James D. Walser Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Bullying in elementary schools, Jessica J. Wass Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using reflection to guide literacy instruction in the "multi-level" classroom, Lori L. Weber Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Inside the stress of a police officer's job : what mental health counselors should know, Molly J. Wertz Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Many Faces of Distance Education, Albert Dantoni Wiggins III Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Cognitive, emotive, and behavioral techniques for depressed children and adolescents, Brianna G. Wilcox Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Effectiveness of wilderness therapy, Cody A. Williams Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The impact of parental involvement on children's literacy development, Annette L. Wohlers Open Access Graduate Research Paper
An introduction to Asperger Syndrome for helping professionals, Bethea E. Woodsmall Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Reading Motivation in the Elementary Classroom, Maria E. Youngblut Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Effect of Hardiness on Mental and Physical Health, Angela J. Ziesman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A preferred vision for leading elementary schools : a reflective essay, John Zimmerman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Examining the role of empathy training in anger management programs for young children, Amy L. Zirkelbach Open Access Thesis
Submissions from 2004
"Changing tradition: New frontiers in spelling instruction" : a developmental spelling word study workshop, Melissa A. Adams Open Access Graduate Research Paper
From LtoJ : the effects of an assessment approach on student achievement in mathematics at the middle school level, Toni Andersen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
