2007 MU dissertations - Freely available online: Recent submissions
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Peer coaching : a collegial support for bridging the research to practice gap
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)The purposes of this study were to 1) determine if teacher knowledge of the instructional components of opportunity to respond (OTR) including academic prompting, wait time and positive feedback increase as a result of a ... -
Comparing the diversity, geographic distribution, and intraspecific variation of subterranean termites (Reticulitermes: Isoptera: Rhinotermitidae) occuring in woodlands and urban environments of Missouri using morphology and 16s mtDNA
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)Subterranean termite species in the genus Reticulitermes are ecologically and economically important in the United States. At least six species of the genus Reticulitermes are native from North American forests where they ... -
Parametric and optimal design of modular machine tools
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)Over the years machine tools for manufacturing have developed into two classes. One is the general purpose machine tools, and the other is designed for machining large quantities of a specific part or process. These ... -
Phosphorus nutrition in tall fescue : from stockpiling to seed production
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)Tall fescue (Festuca arundinacea) is the most important forage for beef production in the Midwest. Stockpiling tall fescue allows producers to extend the grazing season and reduce winter-feeding costs. In Missouri, forages ... -
A study of NCAA division I athletes on the use and the effects of combining alcohol & energy drinks
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)The three main purposes of this study were (a) to determine the quantity-frequency rates of alcohol use, combined use (using an energy drink within plus or minus four hours of consuming alcohol), and energy drink use in a ... -
The tale of "Two Voices" : an oral history of women communicators from Mississippi Freedom Summer 1964 and a new black feminist concept
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)This study developed a new concept of Black Feminist thought and employs it to examine the intersection of press and communication practices among women involved in Mississippi Freedom Summer 1964. The study draws on oral ... -
Age effects on reproductive behavior in the treehopper umbonia crassiscornis (Hemipera: membracidae)
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)In many animal species females select mates based on male age. This choice is often linked to the reproductive benefits females derive. Age-based choice is also influenced by variation in the ability of males to find and ... -
Neighborhood effects, convergence and growth in open economies of U.S. and Mexico
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)This dissertation consists of three papers. "Optional sales tax holidays: Which jurisdictions participate? Logit and a spatial analyses," I reviewed the literature regarding strategic interaction among jurisdictions and ... -
Assessing the capacity for collaborative ecosystem stewardship on private forestland in the Missouri Ozarks
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)Missouri's forestland totals nearly 15 million acres and a vast majority of this area, roughly 82 percent, is controlled by more than 300 thousand nonindustrial private forest (NIPF) owners. Consequently, meaningful long-term ... -
A pedagogy of freedom : using hip hop in the classroom to engage African-American students
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)The purpose of this study was to add to the knowledge base an understanding of the impact of culturally-relevant pedagogy, such as hip hop, on African American student engagement. The researcher viewed the study through ... -
The role of teamwork in public child welfare caseworkers' intentions to leave
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)The high turnover rates among caseworkers have emerged in the past decade as one of the most serious issues within the public child welfare agencies. High turnover rates lead to reductions in case work quality with resulting ... -
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 ... -
Development of tailored preform processing technology for net-shape manufacturing of large monolithic structures
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)The aim of the present research effort involves exploration of a new processing approach, "Tailored Preform Processing (TPP)" technology for net-shape manufacturing of monolithic structures for the transportation industry. ... -
Materials study supporting thermochemical hydrogen cycle sulfuric acid decomposer design
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)A laboratory scale sulfuric acid decomposer simulator was constructed at the Nuclear Science and Engineering Institute at the University of Missouri- Columbia. The simulator was capable of producing the temperatures and ... -
Classroom seating : applying Johnson's decision making inventory
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)Over a period of three weeks students in an introductory Parks and Recreation course were studied to determine their decision making styles, seating choice and movement. Data were collected on the first day of class to ... -
Teachers' knowledge of algebraic reasoning : its organization for instruction
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)Teacher knowledge is a critical factor that influences instructional decisions. Elbaz (1983) stated, "the single factor which seems to have the greatest power to carry forward our understanding of the teachers' role is the ... -
Structural studies of acid phosphatases from pathogenic bacteria
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)Acid phosphatases are important, ubiquitous, and diverse group of enzymes that catalyze the transfer of phosphoryl from phosphomonoester to water forming inorganic phosphate and alcohol. These enzymes play critical roles ... -
College freshmen's perception of racism at the University of Missouri-Columbia : do you see what I see?
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)This dissertation examines the perceptions that college freshmen have of racism on the University of Missouri-Columbia campus (UMC). A detailed history of the social interactions that have occurred between Blacks and Whites ... -
A novel framework for protein structure prediction
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)Proteins are one of the most important molecules in the life processes. The structure of a protein is essential in understanding the function of a protein at the molecular level. Due to rapid progress in sequencing ... -
The role of mentoring in developing beginning principals' instructional leadership skills
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)The purpose of this study was to investigate the type of support provided by mentors in helping new principals develop instructional leadership skills. Perceptions were investigated to determine if principals believed ...