We present findings from an exploratory quantitative content analysis case study of 156 doctoral dissertations from Georgia State University that investigates doctoral student researchers' methodology practices (used quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods) and data practices (used primary data, secondary data, or both). We discuss the…

This chapter aims to answer some of the questions that emerge when carrying out educational ethnography in a blended learning environment. The authors first outline how Virtual Ethnography (VE) has been developed and applied by other researchers. Then, to better illustrate the approach, they describe a doctoral research project that implemented…

Challenging the "bridge metaphor" theme of this conference, this article contends that current practice-research integration strategies are more like research-to-practice "pipelines." The purpose of this article is to demonstrate the potential of clinical data-mining studies conducted by practitioners, practitioner-oriented PhD…

Data analysis and supporting computer software systems are studied. The idea of data analysis as an experimental science involving data-gathering and theory building is developed. Language's role as a determinant of meaningful theory and the informativeness of a language and data base pair are studied, along with the static and dynamic aspects of…

This developmental study sought to determine the feasibility of utilizing computers and the limitations of computers in the curriculum development process. It focused on these steps in the curriculum development process: (1) formulation of objectives, (2) selection of content, (3) organization of content, (4) selection of learning experiences, and…

To assess the junior college role in electronic data processing (EDP) programs, under current training conditions in computer-related jobs, this study examined (1) job classifications in business data processing, the importance of math, accounting, and statistics to the job, the educational level of EDP employees, and the ideal programmer; (2) EDP…

This study sought to design an effective management information system for an Illinois community college. It was developed by (1) displaying all the college activities as a system with six functionally independent subsystems, (2) reducing subsystem data to basic elements, (3) analyzing administrator response to choice of data items, (4)…

Presents the characteristics of 199 studies included in the most recent volume of dissertation abstracts with tables: categorizing the studies by type; summarizing the use of different independent variables, and design considerations; tabulating the types of measures mentioned; and presenting data analysis techniques and sampling plans. (Author/JM)

This study sought to develop a predictive model for use by educational decision makers in establishing junior colleges, as more needs and costs become known and more precise bases for judgment are needed. Decision-making models were considered suitable for this study. Correspondence with officials produced a valid list of criteria and identified…

The need for more and better manpower information is hampered by the lack of adequate occupational data classification systems. The diversity of interests in occupations probably accounts for the absence of consensus regarding either the general outlines or the specific details of a standardized occupational classification system which would…

A study was conducted in Oklahoma on the problem of whether and to what extent it is feasible to establish a program to train computer programers and systems analysts using a time-sharing system and remote data communications transmission terminals. Specific training requirements were reviewed. A survey was made of potential employers of trainees…

This study was conducted because it was felt that it might provide information leading to specific improvement of the Brigham Young University Department of Home Study; serve as a general pattern for systems studies in other university correspondence departments; and prove to be of value in defining methods that could be applied to educational…

Explores the increased use of computers in the humanities. Discusses computer applications in dissertation writing, research databases, classroom teaching, professional communication, and statistical analysis. Cites problems with data entry and sampling, record linkage, and resistance among some historians to new technologies. (SG)

The study describes a curriculum developed to train teachers to teach data processing at the high school, technical/vocational institute, or community college level, and to develop courses for undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of business administration, education, psychology, sociology, and science. A 20-page introduction deals…

This study was concerned with the present and future status of company training for clerical workers among firms in the Greater Boston area, descriptions of formal training programs that these companies provide for their clerical workers and ones conducted by out-of-company agencies. Questionnaires were used to secure information about present and…