This is a collection of Education Master's Theses (1953 - 2012) from Dominican University of California.
The theses listed here currently reside at the Archbishop Alemany Library and only available for use in the Library
Theses/Capstones from 2002
Peer Tutoring as a Strategy for Supporting Writing Fluency in English Language Learners, Laura Kilgariff
Perceptions and Attitudes of High School Admistrators, Teachers, and Students in Core Literature Selection, Maria Sharp
Physical Education and Self-Esteem: The Effect of Cooperative Groups in Fourth and Fifth Grade Physical Education Classes, Krista Tarantino
Progressive Reforms in Education: A Search for Progressive Teaching Strategies, Christina Grace Delantoni
Tails as Teachers: Animal-Assisted Therapy and Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Stephanie E. Weiss
Teacher-led VS. Peer-led: Discovering a Format for Engaging Literature Discussion In a Seventh Grade Classroom, Christine Olson
The Advantages and Disadvantages of an Early Bird/Late Bird Program, Lisa Gockel
The Determination of Initial and Subsequent Group Placement of Students at the Middle School Level, Robin M. Selfridge
The Impact of Grade-School Retention on Self Esteem and Decision-Making in Five Adult Lives, Christie Tanner
The Relationship Between Teacher Training and Experience and Successful Referral of Students Affected with Attention Deficit Disorder, Jo Briner-Jones
Understanding Teachers' Rationale for the Weekly Spelling Test, Julie Stearn
Theses/Capstones from 2001
Addressing the Needs of Children With Exceptional Abilities, Chelsea Elizabeth Morgan
At-Risk in First Grade, Paula Bradshaw
Changing the High School Core Literature, Catrina Tuft
Coaching Students to Success, David Plescia
Effective Strategies for Managing Aggressive Behavior, Janine Arendt
Literature-Based Exploration: Efferent and Aeshtetic, Kathryn Prather
Peer Conflict Mediation: An Examination of Peer Conflict Mediation in High Schools, William Coley
Reflections on the History of Creativity, Elizabeth W. Smith
School Gardens: Raising Environmental Awareness in Children, Shira Brynjegard
Teaching About Religion in the Public Schools, Philip E. Benezra
The Inner Game of Teaching: What is it and How can It Make Us Better Teachers, Michael Schulist
The New Face of Bilingual Education: Is It Worth the Battle? One School's Struggle, Stache Drese
Theses/Capstones from 2000
Academic, Athletic, and Social Influences of a Winter Tutorial on Elite Athletes, Barbara A. Sorba
Alternative Assessments for Elementary Students with Learning Disabilities in the Areas of Reading and Writing, Maeve Garvey
As I Effect, So Shall I Be Affeted: An Exploration of the Role of Emotional Intelligence Within a Second-Grader's Self-Image, Amy Kristine Burnett
Effects of Integrating Literature and Writing into the Mathematics Curriculum on Learning and Understanding in Second Grade Students, Carolyn J. Wakeley
How Can a Teacher Succeed in an Inclusive Classroom, Nadine Rae Mosness
How Character Education and Conflict Resolution Strategies Foster a Positive Learning Environment, Faranz Heydari
How Does the Use of Simulations Enhance Fifth Graders' Multicultural Understanding of Social Studies, Victoria Sattinger
How Play in the Kindergarten Classroom Can Suport Student Success in Meeting the California Language Arts Standards, Cecillia L. Quintana
Project Based Learning in a Sheltered Classroom, Leilani N. Gillis
Project Based Learning in a Standard-Based System, Jennifer McClellan
Single-Sex High School Choice and African-American Girls Why do African-American Girls Choose and Stay at a Single-Sex High School?, Gabrielle Dobel
The Girl Who Cried "Why?": Using Inquiry/Constructivist Methodology to Create Integrated History/English Webpages with Academy Sophmores, Kim A. Culbertson
"The Silent Classroom": A Study of One Classroom Management Strategy on Disruptive Ninth Grade Classrooms, Robert E. Blake
The Use of Multiple Intelligence Curriculum in a Fourth Grade Classroom and How it Enhances Student Self-Esteem and Motivation in Learning, Rebecca Sherman
The Use of Sensory Integrative Tool in a Third Grade Classroom and How it Affects Student Posture, Cynthia Haydon
What Challenges do K-5 Substitute Teachers Face and How can a School Support Their Efforts, Christine Menagh
What's the Sign for Help? A Study Investigating the Use of Sign Language in Hearing Classrooms, Rebekah Thomas
Theses/Capstones from 1999
Educating for a Sustainable Environment, Christina K. Leknius
Effects of English Language Acquisition in English Language Learners in a Sheltered Classroom, Tegan C. McGuinness
Factors that Contribute to the Shortage of Minority Teachers in California Schools: A Review of the Literature, Kelley M. Roa
Intrinsic Motivation and Academic Achievement: The Role of Teacher Behaviors in Promoting Intrinsic Motivation and Academic Achievement, Karen Jill Gordon
The Effectiveness of a Skill Based Explicit Phonics Reading Program K-2 as Measured by Studetn Performance and Teacher Evaluation, Alexandra B. Dakin
The Effectiveness of Cross-Age Tutoring in Improving Academic Performance and Student Activities, Kim Baumann
The Effects of a Word on the Month Program on a Small Independent School, Peter Lavaroni
The Effects of Cooperative Learning on Self-Esteem: A Literature Review, Lucyann M. Tedesco
Theses/Capstones from 1998
At-Risk Intervention: Student Perceptions of a Calfironia Partnership Academy, Nikola Gwen Hobbel
College Preparatory Mathematics: Student Achievemnet in a Nontraditional Algebra Program, Jane Decker