Multivariate analysis; Stratified sets; Bayesian statistical decision theory
Data mining, at times, involves applying cluster analysis to large databases
containing multivariate normal parameters. Most finite mixture clustering methods use
the expectation-maximum (EM) algorithm to find solutions to the unknown parameters,...
Juvenile justice, Administration of -- Connecticut
The present study explores the need to research, recommend and implement a
Juvenile Review Board and measures officer responses to that Juvenile Review Boards'
inception. The study begins with the police department looking at its ability to...
Literacy programs -- Connecticut; English teachers -- Training of; Urban schools -- Research -- Connecticut
This purpose of this study was to increase the knowledge base about the
literacy instruction of English Language Learners (ELLs). A comprehensive literature
review identified literacy best practices. Qualitative and quantitative methodologies
were...
Our lab has recently observed a triphasic hypertonicity induced current in stage IV-VI Xenopus laevis oocytes. This current is a calcium-dependant chloride current which is similar to that observed by (Hartzell, 1996). Hartzell, 1996) found that...
The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of fatigue on the kinematics and accuracy of basketball free throw shooting. Specifically, the angle of projection, the velocity of projection, and the projection height during the release phase...
Mathematics -- Study and teaching (Elementary); Group work in education
Studies have revealed the effectiveness of the Reciprocal Teaching (RT) metacognitive strategies as a means of improving reading comprehension scores. This investigation sought to cross the traditional divide between language arts and mathematics...
Developmental studies programs; College student development programs
The main thrust of summer bridge programs is to retain at risk populations within higher education institutions and to provide them an equal footing with other students (Kezar, 2000). In 2007 the average retention rate among all U.S. institutions...
College students -- Exercise -- Attitudes; College students -- Food -- Attitudes
College students’ participation in health promoting attitudes, specifically food cravings
and positive attitudes towards physical activity were examined. It was hypothesized that positive
affect, self-esteem, and perceived stress would act as...
Adolescence has long been considered a time of storm and stress by most societies. Indeed, the hallmark of almost all cultures is that they have created various processes and institutions to aid the transition from youth to adulthood. For...
Water quality -- Connecticut -- New Haven County; Dams -- Connecticut -- New Haven County; Hop Brook (Conn.)
A spatial analysis of water quality was conducted upstream, downstream, and within the Hop Brook Reservoir. The goal was to measure the impact of Hop Brook Dam on various parameters of water quality using a YSI 556 multi-probe system. The water...
In the early 1960s, Canon Clinton R. Jones, Jr. of the Episcopal Church, assigned to Christ Church Cathedral in Hartford, Connecticut, became concerned about the plight of homosexuals and transgendered people. Alarmed by stories of the...
As an Advanced Placement Calculus (APC) teacher I have observed many students struggle with the transition from pre-calculus to calculus. Many of these students were successful in algebra, geometry, and even pre-calculus but the concepts of...
The purpose of this thesis is to suggest effective data collection strategies that drive individualized and differentiated instruction that meets the Common Core State Standards. Due to high-stakes testing, teachers are expected to use qualitative...
In this thesis, the teacher's knowledge on the types of problems that exist in mathematics is discussed. Also, this thesis identifies the teacher's awareness on children's solution to the problems, as well as students' development of number...
Investor community and stock market watch companies' earnings report closely as earnings report is the most essential fundamental barometer of how financially healthy a company is. All public companies announce earnings every quarter, and the stock...
The Brian Head Formation represents the first widespread pulse of volcanism in the Tertiary of southwestern Utah. In the Casto Canyon area, about 20 km north of Bryce Canyon National Park, silicified beds are found within the upper part of the...
Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is a complication of surgery and anesthesia that has major implications in terms of delaying recovery and raising costs through an increase in time and resources necessary for treatment. In addition, PONV...
Mathematics -- Study and teaching (Preschool); Gifted children -- Education (Preschool); Teachers of gifted children -- Training of
The purpose of this record is both to explore and enlighten our understanding of the relationship between the capabilities of highly gifted youth and the current recommendations for teaching such students, and to describe the process of one such...
Massage therapy; Touch -- Psychological aspects; Puerto Ricans -- Mental health services -- Connecticut -- Hartford
Research suggests that therapeutic touch can be a facilitator of positive health outcomes among high-risk and vulnerable populations. Minority groups appear to be especially vulnerable. One such population would include Hispanics, many of whom ...
The strength and conditioning community has seen a growing number of research studies related to the effects that resistance training might have in enhancing physical performance in athletics. In an effort to determine the optimal program or method...
