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Emancipation of education through place
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2019)
. This study explores the present-day realities of EE, place-based education, and significant learning (Fink 2013) within the context of the University of Missouri (MU). Grounded theory methodology was applied for this exploratory case study. The theory...
Predictors of academic success for conditionally admitted first-time freshmen at a four-year public university
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
This quantitative study examined a sample of 249 conditionally admitted firsttime freshman at a four year public university to answer four research questions pertaining to the potential prediction of academic success and college retention...
Interventions to support retention and resiliency of homeless students in higher education
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2019)
to answer four research questions. Using both qualitative and quantitative data, framed by the theoretical frameworks of resiliency and social justice theories was this inquiry. The research was conducted at the campus of a regional, public institution...
Non-STEM-trained employees' creativity in using STEM knowledge or skills
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)
[EMBARGOED UNTIL 8/1/2024] While there are many studies on STEM-trained people's creativity with STEM/non-STEM knowledge and skills in the workplace, few have focused on non-STEM people's creativity using STEM knowledge and skills. According to US...
Examining the relationships between socio-scientific reasoning, content knowledge, and personal interest
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
researchers who want to find a better way to support students' success in scientific literacy. Limitations of this study and recommendations for future research are also discussed in this dissertation....
An investigation of how students, faculty, and administrators within a particular liberal arts college perceived a new-student orientation program's effect on students' social integration and retention
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)
Because of the difficulties new students may encounter upon starting college, an orientation program's ability to address students' needs could potentially persuade them in their decision to persist or leave. The purpose ...
A case study of secondary school leaders' perceptions of attendance policies and procedures used to increase attendance
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2018)
Nationwide, pressures from outside influences such as politicians and educational policy makers are placing schools in precarious situations to make drastic changes in attendance policies to meet state accountability standards. The researcher used...
An investigation of student perceptions of dual enrollment at a mid-sized western community college
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)
enrollment program offered by a mid-sized community college in Wyoming. This research was the institution's first formal assessment of dual enrollment with respect to students' academic preparation for college, social/personal preparation for college, ability...
Do first and second year teachers feel prepared? : an evaluation of a standards based teacher preparation program
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2008)
The purpose of this study was to serve as a program evaluation and investigate how first and second year teachers felt their teacher preparation program prepared them according to state standards for teacher education ...
Academic advising at a distance : a case study where no face to face interactions occur
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
The purpose of this case study was to explore the relationship between professional academic advisors and undergraduate college students at a distance where face-to-face meetings did not occur. This case also utilized evidence from a number...
Searching for satisfaction : how 20something women use media to get news and advertising information
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
As traditional media companies struggle to maintain their current audience and attract young adults, it's imperative that providers understand how young women use media devices to get news and advertising information. This research addressed...
Pigmentation and practice : understanding perceptions of white female teachers within a colorblind racial ideology framework
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)
their racial and cultural identity can have lasting impact on academic success. A failure to acknowledge racial and cultural identities can also impede full access to equitable educational opportunities. A well-documented educational achievement gap persists...
How and in what context do osteopathic medical students learn about interprofessional practice
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)
The purpose of this study was to explore how and in what context osteopathic medical students learn about interprofessional practice. A mixed method design was used to gather data on attitudes of first- and second-year ...
Persistence overcomes resistance : the journey of women to full professors in STEM
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2023)
are not generalizable (Patton, 2015), they may be transferable. Future research could consist of intersectional identities and maternal wall bias. The findings of this study offer a framework for institutional leaders to develop policies, procedures, and programs...
Educational entrepreneurism in higher education: a comparative case study of two academic centers within one land-grant university
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2009)
This research explored the relationship of educational entrepreneurism and organizational culture in the creation and evolution of academic centers within one Midwestern land-grant university facing resource constraints. Particular attention...
Course placement : its impact in a Midwestern region school district on achievement, curriculum, instructional strategies, expectations, and perceptions of the program
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2019)
both groups, were used to study this practice. Focus groups, interviews, and observations of teachers occurred to help answer the following research questions: What impact do various instructional strategies and approaches have on achievement? How does...
Identification of National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) socialization variable clusters that predict private midwestern college persistence
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2008)
Concerns about increasing student persistence through understanding engagement led to a study based on the identification of NSSE socialization clusters that predict private Midwestern college persistence. Looking at ...
An exploratory and descriptive inquiry into the relationship between the goals of general education and disciplinary content in acting for non-majors courses in colleges and universities in the United States
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)
A foundational requirement of undergraduate education in the United States is the completion of a general education curriculum. One goal of general education is to introduce students to habits of mind leading to the development of intellectual...
Secondary music educators' curiosity dimensions and perceptions of curiosity in the classroom
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2021)
This descriptive study used a survey to examine the curiosity dimensions of secondary music educators (SMEs) and their perceptions of curiosity and creativity in student learning. Participants responded to a curiosity measure, the Five Dimensions...
Alumni motivations and social media for engagement
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2018)
channel. The themes this researcher identified are supported by uses and gratifications theory as well as social capital theory as it relates to the online connection of alumni to the university. The researcher found recent graduates read and engage...