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A comparative study of faculty principles of practice in curricular learning communities and non-curricular learning communities environments
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
This study investigated faculty principles of practice in curricular learning communities (CLC) compared to faculty in non-curricular learning community environments. A sample of CLC faculty and non-CLC faculty who teach ...
Directors of University teaching and learning centers : an examination of leadership challenges based on administrative policies and institutional culture
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)
This study focused on leaders of teaching and learning centers, typically faculty, who have developed a strong teaching and research portfolio, and are respected by their peers. The researcher conducted a mixed-methods ...
The relationship between the high school principal's use of power and the teachers' self-perception of professionalism
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between the high shool principal's use of power and teachers' self-perception of professionalism. Seven bases of power were explored during this study: (a)Reward ...
The drive to improve : a quantitative study of the relationship between professional learning communities and teacher motivation
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
This paper explored the perceived level of Professional Learning Community (PLC) implementation in secondary schools in Missouri who participate in the State Professional Learning Communities Project (PLCP) based upon a ...
Reacculturation of college freshmen in a freshmen orientation course
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
According to Bruffee (1999), the current construct of university education does not prepare graduates to interact with other human beings on substantive issues because they are not reacculturated. One approach to institutional ...
An Organizational analysis of the inter-organizational relationships between a public American higher education university and six United States corporate supporters : an instrumental, ethnographic case study using Cone's Corporate Citizenship Spectrum
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
Purpose of the study. This organizational analysis examined corporate citizenship through the interorganizational relationships between a public American doctoral research university and six of its corporate partners as ...
Development of a practical model for school leaders using elementary student data to predict high school dropout risk
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
Many researchers have identified the myriad of concerns that frequently affect people who drop out of school prior to high school graduation. These include increased risks of lower income, need for welfare support, ...
College and career readiness : exploring rigor through relevance and its relationship with adolescent identity development
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)
The purpose for this study was to examine the relationship between adolescent identity development, relevance, and rigor among high school students. The premise under investigation is rooted in the concept of building rigor ...
An evaluation of the Missouri public high school personal finance course graduation requirement : is there a transfer of knowledge?
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] This researcher performed an evaluation of the Missouri public high school personal finance graduation requirement. Sophomore, junior, and senior ...
Using common formative assessments to promote student achievement : a case study of practice, leadership, and culture
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)
This qualitative case study analyzed the perceptions of third, fourth, and fifth grade-level teachers via six focus group discussions. In addition, three leadership interviews and an open-ended online survey gleaned ...
A phenomenological case study of a graduate comprehensive deaf education teacher preparation program : implications for collaborative educational leadership in diverse contexts
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
There exists a critical shortage of teachers of students who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing in the United States; yet, deaf education teacher preparation programs are on the decline. Little is known about the functioning ...
Trust : a phenomenological study of leaders and volunteers in LDS seminaries and institutes
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
The researcher conducted a qualitative student to develop a deeper understanding of how volunteers and leaders in the Seminaries and Institute (SandI) program of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints perceived ...
Developing the project TWIST[trademark] test for project leaders and team members
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] What is a project? According to the Project Management Institute (2013), a project is "a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, ...
A case study of the essential supports which make up the framework of a turnaround school
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)
States have been given flexibility under No Child Left Behind to create need-driven comprehensive school improvement plans with an approved accountability system, however those unable to show increased student learning ...
Fidelity of the initial implementation of universal expectations of school-wide positive behavior support (SWPBS)
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)
The study addressed two research questions. The first research question was to what the extent Central Intermediate Leadership Team implemented evidence-based practices of School-wide Positive Behavior Support (SWPBS) ...
Unheard voices of democracy: implications for leaders regarding high school students' perceptions of school safety measures
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
This phenomenological study documented junior and senior's perceptions of their rights, surveillance cameras, and School Resource Officers in school environments. Participants included 109 seniors and 47 juniors from an ...
Socialization activities and professional competencies within a graduate social work program
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
This quantitative research project was premised on two emerging trends in graduate social work education: competency-based assessments and students developing a professional social work identity. Competency-based assessments ...
A comparison of the leadership styles of administrators in charge of scheduling in Missouri's secondary schools
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
The need for educational leaders who can effectively implement change in their schools has never been greater. Due to No Child Left Behind legislation and other demands for reform and accountability, schools must meet ...
Leadership influence on teacher support teams in high poverty elementary schools
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
The increased accountability to schools and districts to meet federal standings has lead to commencing systematic approaches to the needs of all students. In order for teachers to be able to facilitate instructional ...
Teachers learning together : the role of professional conference attendance
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2011)
The purpose of this study was to explore the connections to professional development, professional conferences, professional learning communities, benefits associated with conversing and collaborating with educators, and ...