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Parental involvement : a generational case study with families of diverse backgrounds
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
The purpose of this study was to continue investigating the findings on parental involvement by looking at generational differences and diversity of families from the voice of grandparents, children and grandchildren over the age of 18...
A quantitative and qualitative inquiry into classroom incivility in higher education
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2008)
The purpose of this mixed method design study was to add to the body of knowledge about classroom incivility in higher education by examining perceptions of both undergraduate university students and faculty by comparing ...
A multi-case examination of the impact of national board certification on the teaching profession
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)
The purpose of this investigation was to add to the knowledge base an understanding of the long term impact of National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) certification on the profession of teaching through ...
The role of district administration in the establishment of professional learning communities
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
versus isolation, and 4) the use of data to drive improved instruction. The implications of this inquiry for practice in education could impact K- 12 institutions as they attempt to address the pressures of improving student achievement....
The role of professional learning communities in changing high school educator behaviors and high school student outcomes
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
The purpose of the study was to investigate the impact of professional learning communities (PLC's) on administrator and teacher behaviors and student outcomes in a high school setting. Three schools were randomly selected ...
An examination of the relationship of emotional intelligence levels to balanced leadership responsibilities and leadership effectiveness in high school principals
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
(Goleman, 1998; Goleman, Boyatzis, & McKee, 2002) while research in the field of leadership (Blake & Mouton, 1985; Bolman & Deal, 1997; Bruffee, 1997; Davis, 2003; Doyle & Smith, 2006; Fullan, 2001; George, 2004; Hersey & Blanchard, 1997; Kouzes & Posner...
An examination of the leadership competencies within a community college leadership development program
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
An extensive review of the literature suggested the nation's community colleges are quickly approaching a leadership crisis as current leaders are fast approaching retirement. In response, community colleges are investing ...