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- Creator:
- Chaves, Lisa
- Description:
- Student behavior continues to be a significant concern among administrators and teachers. Traditional suspension and expulsion practices have failed to reduce negative behavior and prevent discriminatory practices. This study investigated secondary administrators’ perceptions and opinions regarding the implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). Participants were interviewed individually using questions developed by this researcher relating to experiences and perceptions of high school administrators regarding the implementation of PBIS. Common themes that were identified through the analysis of the interview data included teacher resistance during the transition from zero tolerance to the implementation of PBIS, integration of campus intervention and counseling programs, the acknowledgement of less student offenses including changes that address positive student behavior due to PBIS teaching strategies, and the need to support staff by offering more professional development.
- Resource Type:
- Masters Thesis
- Campus Tesim:
- Stanislaus
- Department:
- Department of Advanced Studies in Education
- Creator:
- Day, Emily
- Description:
- Children with developmental delays have been found to be at higher risk for behavior problems. Marital satisfaction has been found to have strong correlations with child behavior problems. Based on existing research, it is not yet clear whether marital satisfaction plays a role in the development of child behavior problems for families of children with developmental delays. The purpose of this study was to examine marital satisfaction as a moderator in the relation between developmental risk group (children with or without developmental delays) and child behavior problems. Participants included 58 families with a focal child aged 3-5 years of which 29 were children with developmental delays and 29 were children who were typically developing. Children completed a developmental assessment of intelligence, and parents completed questionnaires regarding marital satisfaction and child behavior problems. Results indicated that mothers’ marital satisfaction was found to significantly moderate the relation between developmental risk group and mothers’ ratings of child behavior problems; specifically, children’s internalizing and total behavior problems. When mothers’ marital satisfaction was low, child behavior problems were similar across developmental risk groups. Yet, when mothers’ marital satisfaction was high, mothers rated their typically developing children as having significantly fewer behavior problems than mothers of children with developmental delays. Fathers’ marital satisfaction was not found to moderate the relation between child developmental risk and child behavior problems. No significant differences were found in regard to mother and father marital satisfaction. Fathers of children with developmental delays, as compared to fathers of children who were typically developing, were found to rate their child as having significantly more internalizing behavior problems. Ultimately, the inclusion of fathers’ unique perspectives proved worthwhile in the current study. In addition, marital satisfaction plays an important role in mothers’ ratings of internalizing and total behavior problems.
- Resource Type:
- Masters Thesis
- Campus Tesim:
- Stanislaus
- Department:
- Department of Psychology and Child Development
3. Marital satisfaction and religious and spiritual struggles in same-sex and different-sex marriage
- Creator:
- Sablan, Keoni
- Description:
- This study explored religious and spiritual struggles and marital satisfaction for individuals in same-sex and different-sex marriages. Data were collected from 220 participants (167 from a previous study) in the United States who were 18 years of age or older, who reported currently being married, and who stated that they practice some form of religion and/or spirituality. Data were collected through Amazon’s Mechanical Turk. We found a significant negative association between religious and spiritual struggles and marital satisfaction. We also found a significant difference of religious and spiritual struggles between individuals in same-sex and different-sex marriages, in that individuals in same-sex marriages scored higher than those in different-sex marriages. However, we found no significant difference in marital satisfaction between the two groups. As an exploratory analysis, we also explored the relationship between religious and spiritual struggles and marital satisfaction separately between individuals in same-sex and different-sex marriage. Data revealed a marginally significant positive relationship between religious and spiritual struggles and marital satisfaction for individuals in same-sex marriages and a significant negative relationship for individuals in different-sex marriages. This study provides important information for mental health clinicians on the relationship between religious and spiritual struggles and marital satisfaction in same-sex and different-sex marriages.
- Resource Type:
- Masters Thesis
- Campus Tesim:
- Stanislaus
- Department:
- Department of Psychology and Child Development
- Creator:
- Chance-Dominguez, Renae
- Description:
- This qualitative research study focused on students as stakeholders. The research question consisted of how do students benefit from their participation as stakeholders in the school context? The ultimate goal in asking questions regarding students’ influence as stakeholder is to work to empower students to form and shape their civic voices to uphold the future of democracy. Seven former student leaders from Omega High School’s Leadership class were interviewed. Data analysis highlighted three key themes: student leaders’ experiences as student leaders, the importance of community and communication, and importance of the Leadership class’ purposeful structure. Findings from the study suggest that by incorporating students as stakeholders in the Leadership class, students had an increased connection to their schools, and continued to be involved in their communities after high school. Recommendations for schools seeking to increase student voice are made.
- Resource Type:
- Masters Thesis
- Campus Tesim:
- Stanislaus
- Department:
- Department of Advanced Studies in Education
- Creator:
- Buer, Tyler
- Description:
- Technology integration has become an increasingly large part of the teaching and learning process. Technology professional development, however, has remained relatively stagnant. Educational leaders must examine the process of how teachers learn to integrate technology into their teaching practice, and why they abandon technology as well. They must also propose a way that technology integration professional development could be done differently, in a way that addresses these needs. The professional development series found in the appendix of this project takes place throughout an entire school year. The series addresses many of the issues diverse groups of teachers face when integrating technology by placing teachers in charge of how and why they are integrating new technologies into their practice.
- Resource Type:
- Graduate project
- Campus Tesim:
- Stanislaus
- Department:
- Department of Advanced Studies in Education
- Creator:
- Guzman, Jose De Jesus Robles
- Description:
- English Language Learners (ELLs) are the fastest growing student population in the nation (National Center for Education Statistics, 2017). Despite this, ELLs are not reclassifying or passing their states ELD test and are becoming Long Term English Language Learners (LTELLs) (Artigliere, 2019). This project aims to aid institutions and teachers of Long Term English Language Learners and give effective practices that can be used to support ELLs and LTELLs and help them reclassify. The project gives background knowledge on LTELLs and examines practices currently used to teach LTELLs. The handbook also presents effective institutional and teaching practices, sample lesson plans, frequently asked questions, and useful outside resources in order to aid institutions and teachers in helping ELLs and LTELLs reclassify. Some of the effective strategies include creating an ELD Blueprint, using equitable instructional materials/curriculum, and using effective listening, speaking, reading, and writing practices. This project can help institutions and teachers give ELLs and LTELLs the high quality instruction they deserve and help ELLs and LTELLs reclassify.
- Resource Type:
- Graduate project
- Campus Tesim:
- Stanislaus
- Department:
- Department of Advanced Studies in Education
- Creator:
- Flora, Caleb
- Description:
- The purpose of this paper was to develop and articulate a feasibility study to purchase and operate a 35 to 65 room hotel in California’s Lake Tahoe area. South Lake Tahoe is in the midst of a rebirth of new or updated hotels, eateries, and breweries. Hotels are being renovated to give a modern, elegant feel while maintaining the history of the buildings and sense of adventure that so many people visit Tahoe for. The paper begins by reviewing the area of South Lake Tahoe and hospitality businesses that are currently operating in the area. Past visitation, surrounding cities and demographics, and nearby attractions are presented as a foundation for a proposed hotel in the subject city. The framework for the feasibility analysis is set by reviewing past occupancy rates and average daily rates statistics for the South Lake Tahoe area and then projecting these figures into the future for a proposed hotel. Furthermore, expenses are estimated to complete proforma financial statements in order to paint a picture of what revenues, expenses, profitability are expected to be year to year and even month to month. A very rough estimation is made to purchase and renovate an existing hotel property. Finally, a conclusion is made on the feasibility of the proposed hotel and next steps, should the project be pursued further.
- Resource Type:
- Masters Thesis
- Campus Tesim:
- Stanislaus
- Department:
- Master of Business Administration
- Creator:
- Castrejon, Hugo
- Description:
- Smithsonian Magazine (2012) featured Chef Roy Koi’s concept of hustling Korean barbecue tacos from a food truck, which spawned nationwide fanfare for food that is distinct, affordable, and fast. He is credited with revitalizing the mobile food industry and inspiring food truck shows on the Food Network and Cooking Channel that grew the mainstream appeal for culinary innovation occurring outside the conventional confines of brick-and-mortar (Smithsonian Magazine, 2012; Thrillist.com, 2019). Following in his footsteps, many chefs and entrepreneurs have opted to avoid the risk for return against multimillion-dollar build outs typical of glitzy metropolitan restaurant spaces. Instead, their focus is to win over weary foodies by marrying unique global flavors with familiar classics. Capitalizing on the tired menus of franchise chains and extortive prices of posh venue small bites, aspiring chefs are looking to showcase culinary genius by giving hungry patrons more bang for their buck. This was the inspiration for launching a food truck serving tacos and burritos to the greater Sacramento-San Joaquin (Sac-Joaquin) area. Tortilla Dea’s would bring crisp and refreshing flavors, authentic to Mexico, to the underserved foodies in need of breakfast and lunch options on the go. Although there are many taco trucks in the area, they are indistinct and have sunk into obscurity behind brick-and-mortar restaurants and other mobile competitors. Only a few have differentiated themselves by delivering the genuine flavor flare and freshness expected from Mexican home-style cooking. Each of these appetite-inspiring food trucks have a small cult following and have unfortunately closed their operations during the ongoing pandemic. So, the opportunity is readily available to seize market share and solidify the business as a part of the local culture.
- Resource Type:
- Graduate project
- Campus Tesim:
- Stanislaus
- Department:
- Master of Business Administration
- Creator:
- Xiong, Chuyee
- Description:
- This project lays out a detailed development plan that will result in the establishment of a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization focusing on providing services for Hmong seniors in Sacramento, CA. This development plan establishes the feasibility of establishing a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization for Hmong seniors such that it could be adapted for others interested in other services or locations. It was determined that there is a scarcity of resources available for Hmong seniors through a nonprofit mission. This study includes 6 sections. The sections consist of an introduction, business plan, financials, results, discussion, and conclusion. The proposed name of this nonprofit organization is Hmong Eternal and Avid Living (HEAAL). Hmong seniors were selected due to the significance of the geographic location, demographics, and lack of resources for the target market.
- Resource Type:
- Graduate project
- Campus Tesim:
- Stanislaus
- Department:
- Master of Business Administration
- Creator:
- McDonald, Sarah LeeAnn
- Description:
- The real estate market can be an unfamiliar area and often even intimidating. It is difficult to know how to find the right resources to search for income properties. The process of deciding which property will yield the best return can be daunting. When receiving advice, it can be difficult to know if the advice is truly good advice. The overall aim of this research project was to explore, analyze, and increase the understanding of investing in real estate. Data were collected through various online sources and compiled into an easily comprehensible format. Insightful understanding by means of detailed research in the planning and searching phase is expected to enhance the outcome of investing in the housing market and increase the likelihood of a positive cash flow. Understanding how various forms of ownership can limit liability exposure and assist in obtaining financing will be beneficial. When investing in real estate it is important learn how tax laws can increase cash flow. Consideration should be given to the risk of owning rental properties and how to manage those properties. It is concluded that investing in real estate can yield greater returns than the stock market in the long term and can prove to be a lucrative investment.
- Resource Type:
- Graduate project
- Campus Tesim:
- Stanislaus
- Department:
- Master of Business Administration