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Understanding the demands and constraints of department heads in higher education based on the perceptions of deans, faculty, and department heads
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)
The researcher conducted a qualitative study to develop a deeper understanding of the demands and constraints placed on department heads in higher education. Rosemary Stewart's (1997) Theory of Demands, Constraints, and ...
A case study of the retirement portability for Missouri educators identifying and assessing the driving and restraining forces for policy change
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] The study was conducted to identify the policy factors that are driving selected public employment retirement systems to increase portability options ...
Effective teacher leadership : a quantitative study of the relationship between school structures and effective teacher leaders
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2008)
The purpose of this quantitative study was to investigate the relationship between certain types of school structures and the effectiveness of teacher leaders. The study focused on teachers who lead from within their ...
The implementation impact of continuous quality improvement (CQI) on teacher perceptions of CQI categories
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2008)
School districts and administrators across the country are struggling to meet the mandates of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Education Act. The mandates and expectations of meeting adequate yearly progress as spelled out ...
A case study of leadership behaviors in a high poverty successful school
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2008)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Over the past 20 years, public attention has been more focused on school accountability in the United States. There is widespread concern about the ...
Middle level principals' perceptions of the adolescent literacy crisis : a qualitative study
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
The purpose of this research study was to examine Missouri middle school principals' perceptions of the adolescent literacy crisis and to ascertain how middle level principals are addressing adolescent literacy needs in ...
The difference between secondary school principals' servant leadership in lower achieving and higher achieving secondary schools
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
The purpose of the study was to develop an understanding of the relationships between secondary school principals' servant leadership in lower achieving and higher achieving schools and student achievement as determined ...
The impact of a teacher induction program on student achievement and the development of the five states of mind
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2008)
This study was a utilization-focused evaluation designed to assist a Midwestern school district in evaluating their teacher induction program. The purpose of the study had three main facets. First was to determine if ...
Principal, board member, and staff perceptions of female public school superintendents instructional leadership
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] This study examined the instructional leadership of female superintendents as perceived by board members, principals and staff members who work directly ...
Against all odds : leadership in a high-poverty high-performing school
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)
Research indicates that impoverished school districts face a unique set of barriers in regard to school achievement. However, according to statistics from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, there ...
The relationship between leadership style and student achievement in high poverty, low funded schools
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)
[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] School administrators face several challenges ranging from opposing stakeholders, to frequent deadlines, to the pressures of No Child Left Behind. The ...
Department head leadership and the use of faculty credit hours as a measure of faculty workload
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)
The purpose of this study was to determine if faculty credit load assignments were an accurate measurement of faculty work loads. The study also identified management techniques of department heads at a private university ...
Ethical considerations in the use of commercial agents in international student recruitment
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)
Entrepreneurialism, globalism, and neoliberalism have influenced higher education to adopt a business model. Some critics view the university as having strayed from its public service role; others see this adaptation as ...
Preservice teacher beliefs about education from their experiences as K-12 students and members of an adolescent subculture
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
Results from the National Assessment of Educational Progress test over the past 35 years have not shown significant, long term improvement of 17 year olds in math or reading. The purpose of the study was to describe beliefs ...
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 ...
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 ...
A statewide evaluation of gifted education in Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2008)
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the different program delivery models for gifted students and the nature of gifted education in Missouri currently. School districts were sent a Gifted Education ...
A comparison of the NWEA measures of academic progress and the Missouri Assessment Program
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2008)
The Missouri Assessment Program's (MO MAP) required yearly assessment was compared with the computer-adaptive Northwest Evaluation Association's Measure of Academic Progress (NWEA MAP) test to determine if the NWEA MAP was ...
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 ...