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Doctoral Dissertations

Submissions from 2014 2014

Role Ambiguity in an Era of Accountability: A Collective Case Study of the Texas School Board President Experience, Kerri Daugbjerg

Educators' Perspectives on Having Been Cyber Harassed: A Phenomenological Study, Paula Davenport

Grade Retention Rates: Impact of Standards-Based Grading as Compared to a Traditional Grading System in 3rd and 5th Grades, Mishea Dean

International Undergraduate English Language Learners' Perception of Language and Academic Acquisition through Online Learning: A Qualitative Phenomenological Study, Olga DeJesus

A Phenomenological Investigation of Instructional Practices of General Education Teachers for English Language Learners, Cynthia DeLozier

The Lived Experience of Fatherlessness in Male Adolescents: The Student Perspective, Cory Dickerson

Stakeholder Perceptions of the Special Education Referral Process for Black Males Based on ACE: Administration, Culture and Environment, Malik Douglas

Middle School Teachers' Read-Aloud Practices in the Classroom: A Phenomenological Study, Christina Durham

The Difference in ACT College Readiness Benchmarks between AVID and Non-AVID Students, Stephany Eley

Development of an Instrument to Measure the Attitudes of Christian School Leaders Towards Factors that may Influence their Decisions to Implement Special Education Programs, Julia Elliott

Single Gender Language Arts Classes and the Impact on Achievement of Males, Brock English

A Case Study of the Characteristics of a Lead Administrator of a Full-Time Faith-Based Virtual School, Todd English

Exploring the School Bus as an Environment for Bullying: A Phenomenological Study, Natalie Evans

Mathematics Achievement with Digital Game-Based Learning in High School Algebra 1 Classes, Terri Ferguson

Working on the Work Framework for Engagement: Impacting Students' Perceived Learning, Attitudes toward School, and Achievement, Michael Forehand

The Perceived Importance and Impact of Instructor Actions in Online Graduate, Education Students' Satisfaction, Rochelle Franklin

Teaching Excellence: A Qualitative Case Study of Multiple Stakeholder Perspectives, Nicole Frederick

Factors That Predict Time to In-Field Employment of Associate Degree Graduates: A Study of One College in the Technical College System of Georgia, Karon Futch

The Relationship between Body Mass Index, Fitness, Self-Efficacy and their Prediction on Criterion Referenced Competency Test Scores for Eighth Grade Students, Julie Hale

Articulation Agreements: Academic Success, Persistence and Graduation from Online and Face-To-Face Degree Completion Programs, Darnette Hall

Investigation of Differences in STAR Reading Scores for Second- and Third-Grade Students Who Received Differentiated Reading Instruction, Elizabeth Hearn

Cell Phone Cyberbullying's Impact on Victims' Attendance, Academics, and Social and Personal Life in School: A Phenomenological Qualitative Study, Nathan Heltzel

Teaching With Tables: A Case Study Investigating Affective and Psychomotor Responses in High School Students and Teachers, Johanna Herndon

Elementary Christian School Teachers Utilizing Biblical Concepts in Classroom Management, Christy Hill

Examining Adjunct Instructor Characteristics, Perceived Fit, and Teaching Modality to Determine if they Predict Organizational Commitment and Job Satisfaction at a Mid-Western Career College, Randy Hill

Educators' Perceptions Regarding Common Core State Standards and Professional Development, Christine Hipsher

The Effectiveness of Independent Reading and Self-Selected Texts on Adolescent Reading Comprehension: A Quantitative Study, Sarah Horne

An Evaluation of the Penn Resiliency Program for Disruptive Preadolescents in an Elementary School Setting, Mildred Howard

Development of an Instrument to Measure Student Attitudes toward Science Fairs, Claudia Huddleston

A Phenomenological Study of Urban Middle School Counselors and Directors of Guidance and Counseling: Collaborating to Understand Counselor Stress and Prevent Burnout, Janice Hurt

Exploring the Relationship Between Academic, Demographic, and Sport Related Variables on Aggression: An Examination of Male Student-Athletes Enrolled in Texas High Schools, Jeffrey Hutchinson

The Effect of Student Conduct Practices on Student Development in Christian Higher Education, Mark Hyde

Leadership Qualities Necessary for Educational Leaders to Become Effective Turnaround Principals: A Grounded Theory Study, Sherri Irish

Understanding Teacher Perceptions of Bullying and Effectiveness of an Anti-Bullying Policy: A Case Study of Suburban High School Teachers in the Southwestern U.S., James Isom

A Grounded Theory Study of the Experiences of Early Childhood Educators Implementing Action Research as a Professional Development Method, Donna James

The Success of Character Education in Relation to Religion in a Public School District, Joseph Johnson

Student Engagement and Academic Achievement in Technology Enhanced and Traditional Classroom Environments, Tomeko Johnson-Smith

Using Beginning-of-Year Diagnostic Reading Measures to Predict Third Grade Comprehension Scores in Virginia, Todd Johnson

A Multiple Case Study Investigating the Influence of Homeschool Parents' Perceptions of Success on the Learning Environment, William Johnson

A Grounded Theory Study on the Role of Differentiated Instruction in Effective Middle School Science Teaching, Brian Jones

Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity as a Protective Factor in the Context of Risk: A Moderator Model Predicting Institutional Commitment, Brianne Kilbourne

The Relationships between Knowledge of Literacy Instruction, Demographic Factors and the Classroom Management Orientation of Teachers of Students with Emotional Disorders, Emily Kleintop

Public School Social Promotion Policies: Exploring Socially Promoted Students' Experiences, Tammy Knight

Effects of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports on Middle School Student Achievement, Chad Knowles

Rigor and Academic Achievement: Career Academies versus Traditional Class Structure, Linda Kyees

Marriage as a Spiritual Discipline: Principles and Benefits, Richmond Laney

Interim Assessment Data: A Case Study on Modifying Instruction Based on Benchmark Feedback, Tracey Lange

Former Mentors' Perceptions of the Faith-Based Approach to Reducing Recidivism Implemented by the Marinette-Menominee Jail Outreach, Inc., James Langteau

Comparing Students' Perceptions of Online Language Learning to Traditional Learning, Noreen La Piana

A Phenomenological Study on the Role of Juche, Militarism, and Human Rights in the Educational Life Experiences of North Korean Defectors, Andrea Lee

The Experiences of Single Fathers Who Have Reared Academically Successful Children: A Collective Case Study, Cheri Long

A Quasi-Experimental Control Group Design Study to Determine the Effect of Integrating Character Education into a High School Social Studies Curriculum through Storytelling, Russell Long

The Role of Christian Education in the Development of Spiritual Stamina in Young Adult Graduates of Christian Schools, Violet Long

A Story of Virtue: Moral Identity Development in Students Attending a Midwestern Evangelical College, Wendy Lundberg

School Psychologists' Experiences with Teacher-To-Student Mistreatment, Sharon Lyles

Exploring Intrinsic Value of Educating Military Planners in Design Thinking: A Case Study, John Mangold

The Spiritual Therapeutic Preferences of Online Learners and On-Campus Learners at a Christian College, Debra Masterson

The Influence of Homework on the Educational Experiences of Sixth Grade Students from Low Socio-Economic Backgrounds: A Phenomenological Study, Richard McCormick

The Correlation of Social, Financial, and Academic Supports to Military Benefit Recipients' Persistence in College, Bruce Mentzer

The Effect of Inquiry-Based, Hands-On Labs on Achievement in Middle School Science, Donna Miller

The Differences in Approaches to Learning Among Kindergartners Who Attended State-Funded Pre-K, Kristin Mobbs

The Effects of a Direct-Instruction Math Intervention on Standardized Test Scores of At-Risk Middle School Students, Charles Moore

Biblical Environmental Protection: Seven Keys for Christian Leaders, Rejoice Muwadzuri

A Study Comparing Fifth Grade Student Achievement in Mathematics in Departmentalized and Non-Departmentalized Settings, Karen Nelson

Return on Investment: A Multisite Case Study of Cost-Effective, High Achieving South Carolina School Districts, Timothy Nelson

Using Video Prompting to Teach High School Students with Moderate Intellectual Disabilities a Vocational Skill with a Portable Video Delivery System Employing a Qualitative Case Study, John Newman

The Effects of a Seventh Grade Mathematics Remediation Course on Student Achievement, Jason Nix

The Impact of Troops to Teachers Participants on Student Achievement: A Causal-Comparative Study, Kurt Osuch

Homeschool Curriculum Choices: A Phenomenological Study, Sarah Pannone

Effect of Direct Instruction Programs on Teaching Reading Comprehension to Students with Learning Disabilities, Jennifer Parker

Case Study of Liberty University's Succession Plan from Founder to Second-Generation Leader, Steven Peterson

End of Course Grades and End of Course Tests in the Virtual Environment: A Study of Correlation, Jamie Philipp

Teacher Perspectives of Professional Learning Community Teams with Respect to Their Collective Inquiries: A Case Study, Allen Pratt

Adversity Influencing Regard for Education in Northern Uganda: A Phenomenological Study of Langi Mothers' Value of Learning, Pamela Pryfogle

The Correlation between Attendance and Participation With Respect to Student Achievement in an Online Learning Environment, Joseph Rapposelli

The Use of iPads to Facilitate Growth in Reading Comprehension Skills of Second Grade Students, Joy Reichenberg

A Multiple Regression and Concurrent Validity Analysis of High School Seniors' Social Competence, Ability to Manage Emotions, and Their Time Spent on Facebook, Charles Rhoton

A Case Study Investigating the Impact of a Blended International Partnership on Perceptions of Learning and Global Mindedness in a North Carolina High School, Jennifer Ricks

Experiences of General Education Elementary Inclusion Co-Teachers in Successful Schools: A Phenomenological Study, Sherrie Robbins

The Relationship between Online College Students' Learning Style and Response to Literature, Katie Robinson

Affective Domain Applications in Standards-Based Education, Wayne Rumbaugh

The Effects of Reflex Math as a Response to Intervention Strategy to Improve Math Automaticity among Male and Female At-Risk Middle School Students, Daphne Sarrell

The Flipped Classroom: Its Effect On Student Academic Achievement and Critical Thinking Skills in High School Mathematics, JoRanna Saunders

The Effects of Math Tutoring Sessions for Parents on Eighth Grade Students' Mathematics Achievement and Anxiety, Susan Scott

The Perceptions of Caucasian Female Elementary Teachers and the Overrepresentation of African-American Males in Special Education, Thomas Seaberry

The Development and Transferring Process of Transformational Leadership in Home Schooling Students in Central Texas, Johnnie Seago

A Comparative Study of Academic Achievement and Participation in a High School Freshman Academy, Mark Seng

Tipping Point of Resistance: A Multi-Case Study of the Influence of School Culture on Classroom Positive Behavior Interventions and Support Practices, Angela Shoemake

University Peer Advisors Pursuing Careers in Educational Advising: A Phenomenological Study Examining the Influence of Lived-Experiences on Vocational Purpose, Laurie Simpson

The Relationship of Spiritual Intelligence to Achievement of Secondary Students, Merial Smartt

Child Maltreatment: What Attitudinal Factors of Commitment, Confidence, and Concern Predict Reporting Practices of Preservice Speech-Language Pathologists?, Alan Smith

The Effects of Active Shooter Resilience Training Programs on College Students' Perceptions of Personal Safety, George Snyder

An Engineering Journey: A Transcendental Phenomenological Study of African-American Engineers' Persistence, Kristy Somerville-Midgette

The Effects of Teachers' Teaching Styles and Experience on Elementary Students' Mathematical Achievement, Angela Stanford

The Correlation between Temperament and Technology Preference and Proficiency in Middle School Students, Sabrina Sterling

Efficacy of Hybrid Coursework on Retention Rate in Online Higher Education, Kevin Struble

University Administrators' Perception of Online and Blended Doctorate Degrees, Ashley Tharpe

The Effects of Teacher Experience on the Workplace Readiness of High School Students, Katherine Thomas

The Effect That Confidence Has on the Behavior of the Principal and Superintendent as the School's Educational Leader, Thomas Thompson

Effect of Ebooks on Reading Level, Reading Behaviors, and Attitude of Second Grade Students, Annette VanAken