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Effect of Friendship Attachment on Self-Esteem in College Students
No full textWe were interested in examining the effects of attachment style in adult friendships on one’s self-esteem. We were also interested in examining the impact of gender. The study consisted of a sample of 70 undergraduate students. Those with a secure attachment style and self-esteem were not significant. Additionally, those with an insecure attachment style and self-esteem were also insignificant. However, results yielded significant findings between those with lower fearful attachment style and higher self-esteem. These findings could provide future research with an emphasis on general relationships and self-esteem in different age groups such as middle and late adulthood
Measuring Success of Riparian Buffer and Stream Structure Installation
No full textRiparian buffers serve many environmental roles, one being to reduce the rate of erosion and sedimentation within a stream. Stream sediment grain sizes have a large effect on the diversity and density of macroinvertebrate populations. Stream sediment and macroinvertebrate samples were collected from farm streams throughout Clinton and Centre counties in the summers of 2017 and 2018, with the Elk Creek site having data pre- and post- stream restoration.The macroinvertebrate metrics were percentage of Ephemeroptera, Plecoptera, and Trichoptera (%EPT) and Hilsenhoff biotic index. The sediment characteristics measured were C:N ratio, organic matter content, grain size, and percent fine earth. A Mann-Whitney U test performed on the sediment results between each year showed significant improvements following restoration. Correlations between the macroinvertebrate metrics and sediment results show a statistically significant relationship between macroinvertebrate populations and grain size. Larger stream sediment particles correlate with a higher %EPT and a lower Hilsenhoff score
Sources of Resilience as Potential Predictors of Well-being in College Students
No full textRegardless of class year, college students often have difficulties balancing several areas of their life, including schoolwork, family life, and future planning. In the present study, we focus on family cohesion and religiosity and how they serve as predictors for components of well-being in college students. Specifically, we focus on students\u27 stress, hope, and self-esteem levels. Results showed support for most of our hypotheses. Greater levels of both family cohesion and religiosity were positively correlated with higher self-esteem and lower stress levels, and greater religiosity was related to higher levels of hope. In the future, it would be interesting to investigate how different family structures around the world impact well-being. Additionally, we would hope to look at religiosity and spirituality separately to see if there would be any differences in students’ well-being. Overall, we suggest that family cohesion and religiosity are important to consider when interacting with college students
The Relationship of Personality, Gender Expression, and Jealousy in College Students
No full textThis study investigated the relationship of personality, gender expression, and jealousy. We used the IPIP-NEO-120 to measure personality to quantify the Five Factors of personality: neuroticism, extraversion, openness, agreeableness, and conscientiousness. To measure jealousy and gender expression, we used the Self-Report Jealousy Scale (SRJ: Bringle, Roach, Andler, & Evanbeck, 1979) and the Personal Attributes Questionnaire (PAQ; Spence, Helmreich, & Holahan, 1979), respectively. We created a measure to examine individuals’ reported gender expression in various categories. Based on past research, we expected to find that the neuroticism and agreeableness factors of personality would be positively correlated with jealousy in all genders. We did not expect to find a correlation between jealousy and gender itself. Two hundred thirty-two undergraduate students enrolled at a Mid-Atlantic liberal arts university completed an online Qualtrics survey. Results show modest yet significant correlations of jealousy with gender expression, neuroticism, and openness. We did not find the significant correlation between jealousy and agreeableness that we expected. Understanding these relationships may offer insight into personality-related gender differences in jealousy and diminish gender stereotypes
Building a sustainable school-wide adolescent literacy model in middle schools: Guidance for administrators
No full textIt is essential for middle school leaders to develop and promote school-wide literacy models, organizational structures that have a significant impact on the learning environment for all students in their building. However, school-wide literacy models can be difficult to implement and sustain over time. Drawing from an Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) funded model demonstration project, PACT Plus, we provide a set of action steps for committed leaders to consider when initially adopting practices for a school-wide literacy model and to help leaders create a shared vision that promotes the implementation and sustainability of practices over time. In this article, we review the importance of using students’ data to choose evidence-based literacy practices. We also provide guidance on how middle school leaders can encourage the adoption and use of these practices, so teachers implement the practices with high levels of fidelity of implementation
Audio Production Worktext: Concepts, Techniques, and Equipment - 9th Edition
No full textAudio Production Worktext, 9th Edition provides readers the best introduction to audio and radio production. It shows how to navigate modern radio production studios and utilize the latest equipment and software. The 9th edition is updated to cover new mobile technologies, digital consoles, and audio editing apps and software, as well sound for the visual media and Internet radio. The new edition continues to include the worktext/website format tailored for both students and teachers and features like Production Tips that provide notes relevant to various audio production topics, self-study questions and projects, an updated Glossary, and an up-to-date companion website with invaluable student and instructor materials. Included in this edition are offers and features from Pro Sound Effects, FilmTVsound.com, and RadioFX, as well as updated color graphics and images throughout the text.https://scholarlycommons.susqu.edu/facultybooks/1046/thumbnail.jp
Synthesis and Antioxidant Evaluation of Thioether Derivatives of Carvacrol
No full textCarvacrol is an essential oil of oregano that has been proven to contain antibacterial, anticancer, and antioxidant capacities. Starting with carvacrol, synthetic reactions were conducted to form thioether derivatives. A Williamson ether synthesis was used to attach a methyl group onto the carvacrol compound, which was followed up by an attachment of a chloroacetophenone group via a Friedel-Craft acylation. Starting with methylcarvacrol chloroacetophenone, analogues with the addition benzoxazole, benzimidazole, benzthiazole, and oxadiazole were synthesized in yields ranging from 27%-97%. The methylcarvacrol derivatives were purified using column chromatography and characterized NMR and IR spectroscopy. CUPRAC assays were conducted containing select methylcarvacrol analogues, which had their antioxidant capacities tested versus Trolox, a known antioxidant. Results showed analogues had TEAC ratios above 1.00 proving to be more effective than Trolox. Carvacrol showed the highest TEAC ratio of 1.96, as methylcarvacrol picolinic oxadiazole was the highest derivative with a TEAC ratio of 1.94
The Application of Dialogic Pedagogy in a Pre-Service Teacher’s Classroom
No full textThis self-study research project focuses on dialogic talk in a third-grade classroom. The principles of dialogic pedagogy were applied during whole group and small group instruction. This is where the teacher asks open-ended, thought-provoking questions that allow students to express their opinions, respond to others, and form collective knowledge. Research was conducted on how dialogue and discussion affect teaching practices with the purpose of developing the communication skills, confidence, and teaching style of the pre-service teacher. Data was collected through the analysis of personal reflections, feedback from the cooperating teacher and university supervisor, and audio recordings of instruction. The results of this data show substantial personal growth in the pre-service teacher’s ability to comfortably facilitate classroom discussions between student and teacher, but growth in promoting reciprocal discussions between students is lacking
Data Resolution and Scale of Land Use Data Alter the Ability to Predict the Benefits of Riparian Buffers on Fish Populations
No full textForested riparian buffers are a best management practice used in stream restoration projects that provide shade, bind soil under tree roots, and trap nutrients moving in from nearby landscapes. Land use datasets are being used to prioritize stream segments for stream restoration based on the existing abundance of forest cover on the bank. Streams across a wide range of land uses and water quality impairments have been selected at 27 sites. Each site has been electro-fished by 100-m reaches. Stream corridors in ArcGIS were created at 11-m, 100-m, and 500-m buffer areas that extend 1000-m upstream from the electro-fishing origin point. Multivariate statistical analyses were conducted in R. The Chesapeake Conservancy 500 meter corridors showed the best correlations between the 4 fish variables (all fish, trout per 100m2, fish per 100m2 and lithophilic per 100m2). All of these variables showed the best relationships with either forested or suburban surrounding landscapes
Valuation of Susquehanna Universities Tree Community
No full textTrees play an important role in maintaining a healthy environment; providing oxygen as well as sequestering carbon, reducing water runoff and improving infiltration, and mitigating pollution. Susquehanna University has a large tree population spanning the 325-acre property. This research focuses on the central region of campus and analyzes the health and environmental benefits of each tree. 750 trees have been inventoried spanning 92 species and 50 genera. Using i-Tree Eco, software developed by the United States Forest Service, monetary values were applied to each tree to quantify the benefits they provided. Growth curves and histograms of individual tree dimensions were created to aid in predicting future growth patterns of genera on campus. Pest analysis contributed to the study of overall tree health. From this research, a best-practice management plan can be created and implemented to identify tree threats as well as to monitor tree maturation for removal and replacement