Theses/Dissertations - Educational Psychology
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Using high-p intervention to reduce difficulties in task transition for children with autism.
(2017-07-31)Difficulties with task transition is a problem that cannot be neglected as it interferes with instruction times. This study extended the use of high probability request sequence (high-p) intervention to reduce challenging ... -
A comparison of positive practice and functional communication training in the treatment of challenging behavior.
(2017-07-27)The purpose of this thesis was to compare positive practice and a function-based intervention in reducing challenging behaviors. The present thesis included a systematic review of the literature and a single-case research ... -
An examination of parameter recovery in latent transition models with distal outcomes.
(2017-07-19)Latent transition analysis (LTA) is an increasingly popular research method used to categorize subsets of individuals within a population. The current study is purposed to investigate parameter recovery of a distal outcome ... -
Detecting sigmoidal trajectories in structured latent curve models : a fit measure performance and parameter recovery simulation study.
(2017-07-24)This simulation study examined parameter estimate recovery and model selection of structured latent curve models under varying conditions to provide recommendations on how to properly format longitudinal research when there ... -
Effects of self-monitoring on math production and accuracy in sixth grade students with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.
(2016-11-18)A single-subject ABAB withdrawal design was used to determine the effects of self-monitoring on attention, engagement, production, and accuracy in math for a sixth-grade student diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity ... -
Effects of Foldables® on teacher instruction.
(2016-11-18)Teachers are continuously seeking effective methods for presenting, processing and practicing concepts that they are responsible for teaching. Note taking and graphic organizers, in many forms, are common instructional ... -
Antecedents to turnover intention : examining organizational learning culture and leader member exchange.
(2016-04-04)Turnover intention is an important variable for organizations seeking to retain employees and reduce costs associated with hiring and training new employees. While variables such as organizational commitment, job satisfaction, ... -
From their eyes : a deeper analysis of career and technical education during secondary school.
(2015-07-16)The focus of this study was to gather the viewpoints and perspectives from secondary students currently enrolled in career and technical education (CTE). The use of a focus group and surveys were the main mediums of data ... -
Testlet effects on pass/fail decisions under competing rasch models.
(2015-07-08)The item response model chosen to estimate ability can influence proficiency classification, or pass/fail decisions, made about people based on test scores. This poses a potential problem for both the examinee and the ... -
Analysis of behavioral indicators as a measure of satiation.
(2015-07-16)Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is the scientific study of behavior that utilizes procedures aimed at improving socially significant behavior, relying heavily on the use of reinforcement, which increases the future frequency ... -
Perceptions of teaching nonliterate adults in oral cultures : a modified Delphi study.
(2015-07-13)A descriptive study using a modified Delphi method was conducted to gather literate instructors' perceptions of teaching nonliterate adults in oral cultures. Using the extant literature, the researcher prepared 66 statements ... -
Preference and efficacy of concurrent schedules of reinforcement in children with autism spectrum disorder.
(2015-07-29)A review of the literature highlighted a lack of research that measured the effects and preference of two or more reinforcement schedules that possess a constant magnitude and varied distribution. The current study ... -
Evaluation of resurgence after functional communication training of two communication responses.
(, 2014-09-05)The current study examined the effects of multiple evaluations of resurgence of challenging behavior. A functional analysis identified the function of participants' challenging behavior. Participants were taught two ... -
Functional behavior assessment : increasing pre-service general education teachers' self-efficacy in managing classroom behavior.
(, 2014-09-05)A quasi-experimental design was conducted to examine differences in perceived self-efficacy of pre-service general education teachers towards classroom behavior management before and after instruction in functional behavior ... -
Individual differences and cognitive complexity investigated in community college writing.
(, 2014-09-05)Synthesizing empirical findings about lifelong writing development, I tested a measurement of cognitive complexity (CC) toward understanding how the language of affect may interact with that language associated with acts ... -
Long-term effects of a summer enrichment program on low-income gifted students.
(, 2014-09-05)"Overlooked gems" is the term used in gifted education to describe high potential low-income students who are unable to excel because of significant barriers in their homes, environments, and educational systems, thus ... -
Preparing preservice teacher candidates to differentiate instructional practices.
(, 2014-01-28)This action research study focused on how various grouping strategies influenced preservice teachers’ differentiation of instruction. The participants included a third grade mentor teacher and three preservice teacher ... -
Relationships between college knowledge and college-going beliefs of eighth grade students.
(, 2013-09-24)The present study examined the relationships of college knowledge and parent education level with these college-going beliefs: (a) self-efficacy, (b) outcome expectations, (c) likelihood both to go to and graduate from ... -
Faculty religiosity and attitudes towards persons with disabilities.
(, 2013-09-16)Previous research suggests that religiosity may influence attitudes towards outgroups. The present study investigated the effects of faculty religiosity on attitudes towards persons with disabilities at large, faith-based ... -
Mixed-methods study of the impact of a computational thinking course on student attitudes about technology and computation.
(, 2013-09-16)The following dissertation reports on a mixed-methods, convergent parallel design research study of the impact of a computational thinking curriculum on attitudes towards computation and the use of technology. This study ...
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