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The role that distributed leadership plays in the implementation of professional learning communities
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
The purpose of this study was to focus on distributing leadership activities of an elementary school through a diverse group of stakeholders in the implementation of a Professional Learning Community (PLC). This investigation ...
A utilization-focused program evaluation of the graduate safety program at University of Central Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
Program assessment has historically and continues to be a critical element for academic programs to ensure continuous quality improvement of their programs. In the recent years, occupational safety, health and environmental ...
An analysis of the tuition price elasticity of international undergraduates at four-year institutions in the United States
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
The purpose of this study is to examine how out-of-state tuition and fees affects international undergraduate enrollment at U.S. four-year institutions. This study adopts the student demand theory as the theoretical framework ...
Teacher perceptions of change : an evaluation of the network for educator effectiveness system
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
The purpose of this study was to examine teachers' perceptions of change impacted by the Network for Educator Effectiveness teacher evaluation system as presented by the University of Missouri. The study gathered teachers' ...
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 ...
A qualitative case study investigating the graduation and job placement outcomes of college students with autism spectrum disorder : implications for higher education leaders
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
The purpose of this qualitative case study was to investigate the policies, procedures, and programs in place to encourage the graduation and job placement of college students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Data ...
Driven or drafted : is there a connection between principals' motivational factors, leadership style approaches, and perceived effectiveness?
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
The relationship between learning leadership tasks of principals and the ability of instructional coaches to serve as change agents for teachers
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
Patterns of Black Racial Identity Development of Black Men Affiliated with Historically Black Fraternities at a Large Predominately White University in the Midwest
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] This study examined the meaning behind the experiences that influence racial identity development of Black fraternity members at a large public land ...
A principal's influence on teacher attrition : a case study analyzing the perspectives of middle school teachers and their leadership within a southwest Missouri school district
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
The purpose of this study was to discover factors within leader-subordinate relationships that may impact early teacher attrition. Relationships between the building administrator and middle school teachers were analyzed ...
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 ...
Missouri general education assessment: Examination of teacher candidate scores and predictor variables
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
Are women barking up the wrong tree?: A case study of the experiences of women majoring in forest resources
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
Sense making for community college transfers entering a public, liberal arts university
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
Black culture center: Usage and racial attitude identity study
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
Faculty job satisfaction at Illinois community colleges and the relationship with perceived presidential leadership styles
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] This research examined the relationship between perceived presidential leadership styles and faculty job satisfaction in Illinois Community Colleges. ...
An exploration of the knowledge high school guidance counselors in Missouri have as they assist undocumented students trying to gain access to collegeAn exploration of the knowledge high school guidance counselors in Missouri have as they assist undocumented students trying to gain access to college
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the knowledge high school guidance counselors in Missouri have as they work with undocumented students who are trying to gain access to college. Utilizing the tools of ...
A case study of leadership traits of award-winning Missouri elementary principals from 2002 to 2013A case study of leadership traits of award-winning Missouri elementary principals from 2002 to 2013
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
The role of the principal has been complex since its origin (Rousmaniere, 2013). The publishing of the National Commission on Excellence in Education's A Nation at Risk in 1983 stated, "principals must play a crucial ...
Accredited athletic training clinical experience : are we adequately preparing our students?
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)
The purpose for the current study is to examine the perceived preparation of newly educated Certified Athletic Trainers from Accredited Athletic Training Programs' based on clinical educational experiences as compared to ...