Graduate Student Research
A collection of Graduate Student Research by students in the College of Education.
Submissions from 2012
Lecture capture technology : does it make a difference on college student achievement?, Debra S. Bruxvoort, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Bullying Policies in Iowa Schools, Terri A. Buettell, Department of Educational Psychology, Foundations, and Leadership Studies, Open Access Thesis
Parental perspective on technology integration in PK-2 in a rural community school, Stephanie L. Callan, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Outcomes and Attitudes of Service-Learning Gained Through Participation in Camp Adventure Child and Youth Services, Ashley Cayford, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Destination attractiveness of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area, Puyong Choi, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Dissertation 2007 Award
Gender Differences in Maximal Aerobic Capacity in Trained Junior Triathletes, Carson Elliott Christen, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
Managing the Economic Crisis in the Nonprofit Sector, Amy Ranae Costliow, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
The Relationship Between Down’s Syndrome and Dementia, Allison Brooke Cutsforth, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The influence of digital communication on young adult contemporary fiction, Melissa J. Dagel, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Intensive mentoring : stimulators of and barriers to coaching, spiritual guiding and discipling relationships, David Alan De Jong, Department of Educational Leadership and Postsecondary Education, Open Access Dissertation
A qualitative study of new secondary teacher attrition in an Iowa urban school setting, James E. Dostal, Department of Educational Leadership and Postsecondary Education, Open Access Dissertation
Case study on the journey of an elementary school labeled as a Persistently Low-Achieving School, Annette Duncan, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Dissertation 2006 Award
Comparing middle school students' learning and attitudes in face-to-face and online mathematics lessons, Clayton M. Edwards, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Dissertation 2014 Award
Effective professional development and social media technologies' potential for enhancement, Jami J. Elliott, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Examining the Differences in the Function of Imagery Used Between Starters and Non-starters on a Collegiate Football Team, Reid Christopher Evans, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Professional development for the library para educator: Developing a guide to answer questions about school libraries in the 21st century, Tifini Foglesong, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Supporting English language learners in today's early childhood classrooms, Katie Furlong, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Multicultural picture books: Windows and mirrors, Dawn M. Goodale, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Implementing electronic storybooks and the effects on reading achievement at the elementary level, Chelsey Heidemann, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Literacy, Autism, and Inclusion, Bridgett L. Hodges, Department of Educational Psychology, Foundations, and Leadership Studies, Open Access Thesis
A Storybook for Children with Celiac Disease, Heather A. Hope, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Assistive technology for students with disabilities: Resources and challenges encountered by teachers, Dawn LaRae Jacobsen, Department of Special Education, Open Access Dissertation
Asking school psychologists how job satisfaction can be increased, Justin S. Janssen, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
Fifth graders' discussions of graphic novels facilitated by de Bono Thinking Skills, Kimberly Ann Jennings, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Access versus circulation for kindergarten students, Linda Johnson, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
The inverted classroom : a literature review, Jennie Kies, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Being in the world : an existential inquiry of knowing one's self through a personal project : in the context of dissertation survival, Tomoe Kitajima, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Dissertation
Comparing fossil instruction with and without analogy use for gifted middle-school students, Tabatha J. Klopp, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Concept-Based Picture Books for Mathematics, Miranda E. Kral, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Digital storytelling : building 21st century literacy skills in the secondary classroom, William P. Lammers, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The role of the school principal in technology integration : a literature review, Lance Lennon, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Exploring new roles of classroom teachers in Iowa communities experiencing rapid ethnic diversification, Cindy R. Lewis, Department of Educational Leadership and Postsecondary Education, Open Access Dissertation 2010 Award
Comparing Freshmen and Transfer Student-Athletes to Returning Student Athletes on Stress, Social Support, Anxiety, and Injury Risk, Emily Link, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
Perceptions of the Motivational Climate, Athletic Identity, and Sport Ethic in Relation to Athletic Injury, Katie Lynn Luzum, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
Building 21st century business skills in high school business classrooms using digital games and simulations, Stacy Marcus, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Universal Design for Learning at the University of Northern Iowa, Marty Mark, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
School Libraries: Developing a Valuable Resource for Gifted Learners, Corinn K. Matheson, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Disordered Eating Habits and Extreme Weight Loss Techniques in Collegiate Wrestlers: A Qualitative Analysis, Jaime Marie Mayer, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
Disordered eating habits and extreme weight loss techniques in collegiate wrestlers: A qualitative analysis, Jaime Marie Mayer, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis 2008 Award
Effective in-service professional development for child care providers, Tina McCullough, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Invented spelling and its value in kindergarten, Michelle J. McDonald, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using Positive Behavior Instructional Support (PBIS) in early childhood, Megan Merkel, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Differentiated instruction : learning profiles, assessment, and professional development, Sharon Kay Meyer, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The effects new literacy and digital learning have on our youth, Joshua L. Mitchell Sr., Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
iPads versus laptops: The effects of mobile device interfaces on students' attitudes towards technology and learning, Evans Lugalia Mudanya, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Thesis
Learning transfer of geospatial technologies in secondary science and mathematics core areas, Curtis P. Nielsen, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Dissertation
Using social technology in professional development: a literature review, Catherine M. Olson, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teachers’ Efficacy and Perceived Role in Dropout Prevention, Brent O'Rourke, Department of Educational Psychology, Foundations, and Leadership Studies, Open Access Thesis
Building sustainable schoolwide positive behavior supports in high schools, Jessica M. Overturf, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
Vocabulary acquisition in preschool English language learners, Leann Perkins, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teacher education protocol : how social media improves connections between teachers and students, Darcel Pledge, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Integrating literacy into the math classroom : a staff development for innovative educators, Kathryn Pollina, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Social bookmarking in the classroom, Sara Richardson, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Try to See Me as Me: Understanding Autism in Children's Literature, Brandee Roelfs, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The use of nonfiction with early childhood aged children, Lacy J. Rose, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Decoding Hollywood: An instructional design module for visual literacy of race, ethnicity, & cultural portrayals in Hollywood films, Derek A. Sallis, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Kindergarten transition and parent communication, Jessica Rae Sandboth, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Measuring depth of understanding when using smartphones as cognitive tools in the elementary classroom, Lisa Westcott Schaa, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The new literacies: Transitioning the secondary writing workshop classroom, Laura Schafer, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Embedded experiences, critical conversations: Learning about teaching in a professional development school cohort setting, Daphne Schuchart, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Dissertation (UNI Access Only)
Boy's Recreational Reading in a One-to-One Computer School, Michaela Seeman, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Relationships between Exercise Self-Efficacy, Social Support, Transtheoritical Model and Self-Regulation on Perceived Wellness among College Students, Zachary Sherman, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Peer coaching in early childhood, Michelle Silvera, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
School library circulation records: What do they reveal about boys' reading preferences?, Chelsea Sims, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Positive Portrayal of Family in Children's Books with Homosexual Characters, Amanda Skellenger, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Career Cruising impact on the self efficacy of deciding majors, Anthony William Smothers, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Dissertation
Development of an ankle function model, Kelli R. Snyder, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Dissertation 2001 Award
A consideration of positive behavior supports through a preschool lens, Theresa J. Stevenson, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
The Relationship between Physical Activity and Academic Achievement, Annie M. Stoessel, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The role of animal-assisted therapy in initial psychotherapy sessions with adolescents, Erin B. Stromberg, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
Special issues in engaging and collaborating with families of English language learners, Stephanie Allison Strouse, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs About HIV/Aids Among Central African Immigrants Who Live in Cedar Rapids, IA, Natalie M. Sugira, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
The impact of pretend play on cognitive and academic development of kindergarten students, April Marie Thelen, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Observation as a formal assessment tool in early childhood classrooms: A professional development module, Kathleen M. Thornton-Lang, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Worksite Wellness: Best Practices, Sarah C. Tighe, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teacher Librarian Evaluation in Small Districts in Four Iowa Counties, Marci Titera, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
What About the Girls? The Female Fantasy Protagonist in Contemporary Young Adult Literature, Christine M. Tomlinson, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Beyond the dictionary : what teachers can do to help build struggling readers' vocabularies, Stefanie Van Heukelom, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Familial Influences on the Physical Activity Culture of Children, Shari L. Vermeer, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Digital gaming as a learning tool : a literature review, Seth Weylin Vickers, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Library and Technology Combined Curriculum for Kindergarten/First Grade Common Core, Dyann K. Vilez, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The role of teacher belief systems in technology integration, Joni M. Walvatne, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using serious games in an educational setting, Angela Webb, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Infant literacy, Tera Weber, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Student-centered literacy instruction: An examination of an elementary teacher's experience, Carolyn Marie Wiezorek, Department of Educational Leadership and Postsecondary Education, Open Access Dissertation
Factors That Influence Wellness Program Participation among Male Blue-Collar Workers, Lindsay M. Wolff, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A study of cultural orientation and attitudes and meaning toward play: A cross cultural investigation among emerging adulthood in the People Republic of China, Hong Kong, and United States, Winnie Wing-Sze Wong, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Dissertation 2011 Award
Feedback : best practices for effectiveness, Hanne Elizabeth Wuertz, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
Teaching perfectionism through cartoons compared to bibliotherapy for primary grade students, Miranda L. Zousel, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Submissions from 2011
Middle School Teacher and Students’ Responses on the Usefulness of the Polar Activity Monitor, Beverly J. Ahern, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Depression and Poor Self-Care in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes, Zahra Hamza Alowa, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The link between functional behavioral assessment and behavioral intervention plans, Megan Kathleen Seamans Anderson, Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations, Open Access Thesis
An Analysis of Parent Evaluations within the 360° Holistic Evaluation System of Camp Adventure Child and Youth Services, Michelle Therese Bafunno, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Elementary School Teacher and Students’ Responses on the Usefulness of the Polar Activity Monitor, Blaire Baldwin, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Supporting student learning through scientific inquiry, Allison J. Barness, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Serious Leisure Perspective, Patrick Anthony Beets, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Accelerated reader and sustained silent reading's impact on students' motivation to read, Amy Benedict, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Reliability and Sensitivity of Physical Activity Under Free-Living Conditions as a Measure of Function Following Ankle and Foot Injuries, Lisa Nicole Bengtson, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Thesis
Kindergartners can read and understand : emergent reading strategies at work, Kacey Lynn Beyer, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
An Analysis of Recruitment and Retention Strategies for Staff in the Camp Adventure Child and Youth Services Program, Allison Leigh Bickle, School of Health, Physical Education, and Leisure Services, Open Access Graduate Research Paper
