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Effects of emotional Intelligence on Principals' Leadership Performance: Author: Cook, Charles Roy; Date: 2006-05-15; Program: Education; Abstract: A study of school principals in Montana was conducted to determine the effects of emotional intelligence on elementary principals' leadership performance. The problem addressed in this study was that the effect of emotional intelligence on leadership performance is not known. This study measured the emotional intelligence of elementary principals in Montana using the emotional Intelligence Appraisal: There Is More Than IQ (Bradberry, & Greaves, 2003), which measures the following five categories of emotional intelligence: (1) self-awareness, (2) self-management, (3) social awareness, (4) ...; Download File | View full details

Principals' Levels of emotional Intelligence as an Influence on School Culture: Author: Barent, Jeanie Marie; Date: 2005-05-15; Program: Education; Abstract: It is not fully known what assumptions can be made, if any, regarding the emotional intelligence (EI) of a school principal and the influence that has on a school's culture. This study measured the EI of 15 principals willing to participate from randomly selected school districts in Wyoming, using the Mayer-Salovey-Caruso EI Test (MSCEIT), which measures four categories of EI: (1) Managing Emotions, assessed using the emotional Management task and the Social Management task, (2) Understanding Emotions, assessed using the Blends task and the Changes task, (3) Using Emotions, assessed using the...; Download File | View full details

Performance on large-scale science tests: item attributes that may impact achievement scores: Author: Gordon, Janet Victoria; Date: 2008-05-15; Program: Education; Abstract: Significant differences in achievement among ethnic groups persist on the eighth-grade science Washington Assessment of Student Learning (WASL). The WASL measures academic performance in science using both scenario and stand-alone question types. Previous research suggests that presenting target items connected to an authentic context, like scenario question types, can increase science achievement scores especially in underrepresented groups and thus help to close the achievement gap. The purpose of this study was to identify significant differences in performance between gender and ethnic sub...; Download File | View full details

The Development of an Effective Facilitator - An Interim Curriculum Director's Journey: Author: Arnold, Robin Stephanie; Date: 2007-05-15; Program: Education; Abstract: This action research project explored the journey of a classroom educator as she transitioned into the role of curriculum director and progressed toward becoming an effective group facilitator and administrator. Group facilitation is an important aspect of a curriculum director's job as she works with a multitude of groups with varying degrees of experience, endless combinations of personalities and an array of purposes and time frames. Group facilitation requires a working understanding of personality and communication, an awareness of social and emotional intelligence and the ability to mod...; Download File | View full details

An Exploration of the Relationship of Explanatory Style to academic achievement, College Student Persistence, ACT/SAT Composite Scores, and College Student Inventory Measures: Author: Fox, Leann Alicia; Date: 2006-05-15; Program: Agricultural Education; Abstract: The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship of explanatory style to academic performance, SAT or ACT composite scores, College Student Inventory (CSI) data, and retention or attrition of Montana State University College of Agriculture students. The predictive capability of measured independent variables to anticipate first to second year attrition of freshmen in the College of Agriculture (COA) at Montana State University (MSU) was tested. The potential for using the academic Attributional Style Questionnaire (AASQ) to identify COA students most susceptible to attrition during ...; Download File | View full details

The private lives of scientists: revealing the human-side of science film: Author: Misztal, Stefanie Snioszek; Date: 2008-08-15; Program: Science and Natural History Filmmaking; Abstract: As a genre, science films have routinely dehumanized the scientists who appear in them, portraying these characters as simple, one-dimensional encyclopedias of knowledge, whose sole purpose is to relay facts and provide expert testimony in support of the filmmaker's agenda. These films fall short of their true potential when they neglect to present their subjects as complex, multidimensional human beings with fascinating stories, opinions, tragedies and comedies to share about their lives. As science filmmakers we should attempt to re-humanize the way science is portrayed on film by looking t...; Download File | View full details

American Indian Women in Higher Education: Is Tinto's Model Applicable?: Author: Taylor, Franci Lynne'; Date: 2005-05-15; Program: Native American Studies; Abstract: Higher education degree completion for American Indians has remained virtually unchanged for the past three decades. American Indians, both female and male, continue to have the lowest percentage of terminal degrees completion of any ethnic population in the United States. Numerous studies have been completed to examine the barriers that prohibit American Indian success at the postsecondary level. However, there remains a lack of critical information concerning the personal experiences of those American Indian females who have persevered and have completed first, an undergraduate degree and th...; Download File | View full details

An Analysis of Tribal College Student's Backgrounds, Motivations, and Attitudes: The Relationship to Classroom Retention: Author: Thornton, Samuel David; Date: 2006-08-15; Program: Education; Abstract: The purpose of this study was to determine if a relationship exists between students' backgrounds, motivations, and attitudes and their academic successes or failures while enrolled in a single core level general education class at the Blackfeet Community College. The study examined indicators as identified in the literature and as identified through a pilot survey given to students at the Blackfeet Community College. A literature review yielded little research on student classroom retention in tribal colleges. The population for this study was n=113 students enrolled in core level academic co...; Download File | View full details

Are Montana University System Graduate Students Satisfied?: Author: Gorman, Renee Lynn; Date: 2005-05-15; Program: Education; Abstract: This study explores graduate student satisfaction issues facing two leading Montana institutions of higher education. The study summarizes findings for a Graduate Student Satisfaction Survey administered to Montana State University and the University of Montana during the Fall 2003 semester. The distribution of this survey was done in collaboration with the Offices of Graduate Studies at Montana State University and the University of Montana. The purpose of this study was to elicit opinions and feedback from graduate students relative to their educational satisfaction while enrolled in their g...; Download File | View full details

Composition and Aleche: Native American Education, Scholarship and the Pedagogy of John Dewey: Author: Jenkins, Nathan Joseph; Date: 2005-05-15; Program: English; Abstract: This thesis approaches the historical and contemporary education of Native Americans in order to analyze and combat the American academic system's failure to educate Native students. The chapters cover 1) boarding schools aims and student resistance, 2) problems still faced by Native American students, and 3) possible solutions to these problems. Chapters 1 and 2 give an overview of history and research done by educators and scholars. Chapter 3 is a combination of suggestions by educators of Native students and John Dewey. The first sections demonstrate problems and voids in academia, and the ...; Download File | View full details

Developing a Professional Learning Community among Mathematics Teachers on Two Montana Indian Reservations: Author: Nelson, Karma Grace; Date: 2006-12-15; Program: Education; Abstract: This study documents the development of a professional learning community [Math Inquiry Group] of mathematics teachers from schools on or near the Crow and Northern Cheyenne reservations in Southeast Montana (referred to in this study as the bounded system) using an approach referred to as ALRR (Ask, Listen, Respond and Reflect). It adds to the current body of literature identifying professional learning communities as a recommended method to improve classroom practice and close achievement gaps in mathematics. Although much has been written about professional learning communities within a giv...; Download File | View full details

Learning Tactics of Successful Online Learners: Author: Besich, Marilyn Ann; Date: 2005-05-15; Program: Education; Abstract: The relationship between locus of control and academic performance has been documented in numerous studies. However, there are very few studies that have been designed to investigate that relationship with online learners. Individuals with a strong internal locus of control are said to use resources in unique ways, are persistent, and generally reach the goals that they set for themselves. However, it is not known what specific tactics these individuals utilize in order to succeed. The purpose of this study was twofold. The first was to explore the relationship between internal locus of contro...; Download File | View full details

Using Asynchronous Discussions to Facilitate Collaborative Problem Solving in College Algebra: Author: Kosiak, Jennifer Jean; Date: 2004-08-15; Program: Mathematics; Abstract: This research study was conducted to investigate the nature and quality of online mathematical communication that occurred during collaborative problem solving and its effect on mathematical achievement in college algebra. Two intact sections of college algebra were randomly assigned to either a treatment group (online group work) or control group (individual seatwork). Both sections of college algebra met face-to-face and were taught by the same instructor. Students in the treatment group (n = 26) were placed into six collaborative groups. Four week-long online tasks designed according to the...; Download File | View full details

The Effect of Assessment/Instruction Implementing a Rule of Four on The Mathematics achievement of Elementary Education Majors: Author: Nilsen, Cheryl Elaine; Date: 2008-05-15; Program: Education; Abstract: The mathematics content knowledge of elementary education majors is well documented as being weak in most instances. Mathematics content courses, aimed at helping pre-service elementary teachers become more competent and confident in their knowledge of the mathematics they will teach, often provide inadequate time for practice and demonstration of mathematics knowledge and skills. As a response to this issue, this study examined how implementation of assessments based on a "Rule of Four" might increase the mathematics content knowledge of pre-service elementary teachers. The "...; Download File | View full details

Painting the impulse: Author: Moffett, Jessica; Date: 2005-05-15; Program: Fine Arts; Abstract: My primary focus in my paintings is the male figure. These paintings have evolved in a non linear progression. I went from representational to partly abstract and back to representational infused with sequential art. During this development, I decided to paint my figures to resemble comic book characters of my own creation and paint them to represent emotional qualities of spontaneity and dualities of my psyche....; Download File | View full details

Remote Worship: Author: Burrows, William Frederick Jr.; Date: 2008-05-15; Program: Architecture; Abstract: I am a Christian. In my opinion, this is the most important way I can describe myself as a person. As a son, brother, friend, employee, and student my Faith undeniably affects every facet of my life. In an effort to make my last year as a student resonate on a personal level, I have combined my spiritual journey with my academic one. My intent was to characterize my Christian faith in order to introduce an architecture that embodies the duality of a personal connection to God and a community experience based on fellowship. My ten-week investigation of my beliefs, the Christian church, and arch...; Download File | View full details

The natural circumstances of place: design to awaken sensibilities: Author: Lueth, Marit Lee; Date: 2008-12-15; Program: Architecture; Abstract: This thesis suggests redirecting our attention to our immediate, palpable natural environment in an effort to re-establish an attachment to place through a better understanding of the unique qualities of our natural surroundings. It acknowledges that a better understanding of the natural environment, the one outside one's backdoor, is gained through first-hand experience and discovery and when provided with the opportunity to engage in primary experience of our natural places there exists the potential for improved understanding and emotional involvement in place....; Download File | View full details

Distress in nurses following patient death: a local response to the need for debriefing: Author: Bickham, Melanie Ann; Date: 2009-05-15; Program: Nursing; Abstract: The purpose of this clinical project was to determine if nurses in an acute care setting would report a need for debriefing following a patient death. The review of current literature revealed mixed results regarding the effectiveness of debriefing as an intervention. Literature shows that emotional expression is perceived as cathartic by nurses and is viewed as a positive coping mechanism. However, randomized controlled trials of debriefing models did not demonstrate that participation in debriefing prevented distress symptoms. A survey was created to assess nurses' views regarding debriefing...; Download File | View full details

The Relationship between the use of Technology for Data-Driven Decision-Making and Student achievement in High School Mathematics: Author: Sulser, Dennis Patrick; Date: 2006-05-15; Program: Education; Abstract: The extent to which Montana school leaders of high school mathematics use technology to examine student assessment results and affect instructional and curriculum change is not known. Specifically, it is not known to what degree mathematics school leaders use technology in assessment analysis, and if that analysis is related to student achievement in mathematics. Educators and math students in Montana "AA" high schools are the studied population in this research. Math instructional personnel and building leadership were administered a data-driven decision-making (DDDM) diagnostic to ...; Download File | View full details

Understanding the Experiences of Postsecondary Faculty and Students with Precision Teaching: A Phenomenological Approach: Author: Lorbeer, Scott Henry; Date: 2007-05-15; Program: Education; Abstract: Precision Teaching, a learning monitoring system, has been used with learners of all ages to develop speed and accuracy, or fluency, in academic tasks. Researchers link fluency with retention, endurance and application. While several studies document the successful use of Precision Teaching in postsecondary classrooms, few report qualitative data. This study used a qualitative, phenomenological approach to examine the experiences of postsecondary faculty and their students with Precision Teaching. Interviews were conducted with 8 faculty members and 17 students. The faculty members had used Pr...; Download File | View full details

Faculty Engagement in Campus-Wide Enrollment Management Activities: A Grounded Theory: Author: Kraft, Paul Donald; Date: 2007-05-15; Program: Education; Abstract: Despite the urging of enrollment management experts to collaborate with the academic community when designing and implementing campus-wide enrollment management efforts, there are scarce resources or models to inform them as to what incentives, encouragement, or management structures might effectively support this effort. This grounded theory study utilized partially structured one-on-one interviews to investigate incentives, motivation and management structures needed in order for members of the faculty to engage in campus-wide enrollment management efforts. Twenty-five participants were inte...; Download File | View full details

Campus Climate and Diversity Issues: Listening to Students: Author: Skelly, Mary Elizabeth Anne; Date: 2004-08-15; Program: Education; Abstract: Our colleges and universities do not exist in a vacuum and, thus, the responsibility of higher education professionals to assure an accepting, supportive environment for all students is paramount. The first step toward achieving true pluralism on any college campus is to discover what the current campus climate for diversity is. Through listening to individuals, qualitative methods can allow the researcher to hear diverse perspectives that quantitative methods might likely miss. The purpose of this study was to explore and describe the experiences and perceptions of students at Montana State U...; Download File | View full details

Finding the Faces of our Mothers: Every Day Feminism in Stephen King's 'Dolores Claiborne and Gerald's Game': Author: Turnage, Rachel Anne; Date: 2006-05-15; Program: English; Abstract: The historical validity, feminist aspects, and social implications of Stephen King's Dolores Claiborne and Gerald's Game are analyzed to demonstrate how the novels reflect the nature of women's rights and struggles from the 1950's until the early 1990's. The patterns of survivor abuse stories are unearthed through both social science research and feminist literary criticism. By drawing connections between the two novels and their connection to the larger world of feminist issues, the argument is made that these and other popular novels are fruitful for cultural analysis because popular fiction...; Download File | View full details

A Chippewa Cree students' college experience: factors affecting persistence: Author: Drummer, Kadene Sue; Date: 2009-05-15; Program: Education; Abstract: Educators working with Chippewa Cree students need to understand how the students' precollege experiences, college experiences, and cultural backgrounds influence their success in higher education in order to design learning environments, procedures, and policies that will increase the graduation rate of this population. The purpose of this grounded theory study was to explore factors that help or hinder successful completion of a bachelor's degree by students from the Chippewa Cree Tribe. Data was collected in face-to-face interviews using a peer-reviewed interview protocol consisting of open...; Download File | View full details

The Use of Archival Footage in Documentary Rhetoric: Author: Grue, Amanda Michelle; Date: 2006-05-15; Program: Science and Natural History Filmmaking; Abstract: This thesis examines the ways in which archival footage are used in documentary rhetoric. Based upon Aristotle's Rhetoric, there are two types of proof: inartistic and artistic. I argue that there is an inherent truth claim to archival footage based on its indexical bond to the historical event it captures and suspends in time, which gives the footage merit as evidence. However, evidence alone is not absolute truth. All evidence is subject to interpretation and argument. Once archival footage is placed into the larger context of a documentary film to support or refute an argument about a parti...; Download File | View full details

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