Welcome to RED. RED is an open-access repository maintained by the Minnesota State University Moorhead Library to showcase, preserve, and provide access to the scholarly and creative work produced by the MSUM Community.
A copy of each Dissertation and Thesis written by a graduate student at MSUM as partial fulfillment of the requirements for the graduate degree is deposited in RED. Students registered for Dissertation (799) or Thesis (699) will upload their final approved papers.
For those graduate students that elect to do the Project/Action Research and have registered for 696 or 796, uploading the project is optional. The two options:
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Please discuss your options with your advisor.
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Theses/Dissertations/Projects from 2022
Self-Advocacy Perceptions of Special Education Students in the General Education Setting, Ann Anderson
Emotional Regulation in a Kindergarten Music Class, Jessica Anderson
Mental Health Education Curriculum Training for Staff in K-12 Public Schools, Tracy Athmann
Essential Components for Maximizing Paraprofessionals in the Special Education Field, Marissa Bader
Duluth Holdings, Inc A Financial Analysis and Valuation Report, Hannah Bankers
Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A More Severe Posttraumatic Stress Disorder? A Training for Mental Health Professionals, Sadie K. Baxter
The Study of Morphological Awareness for English Learners, Jane Beeninga
Shoe Carnival, Inc. A Financial Analysis, John Beeninga
Flipping the Classroom: Flipped Learning and the Performance of High School Algebra 2 Students, Brett Bergeson
Using the Supplemental Heggerty Curriculum to Increase Phonemic Awareness in At-Risk Kindergarteners, Ellee Bergren
Developing Mental Toughness in Collegiate Football: A Phenomenological Study, Tarrah D. Bisch
A Qualitative Study to Further Explore Student Perceptions of Identities and Representations within A Social Studies Classroom, Jason Blanshan
Teacher Burnout: What an Educator Needs To Know., Evelyn Blum
Understanding the Role of Student Narrative in the Reinstatement from Suspension Process, Angela Bowlus
The Impact of Mindfulness on Attention and Behavior in a Kindergarten Classroom, Cheryl Bray
Urban Outfitters Inc. A Financial Analysis Report, Morgan Bruers
Analysis of Self, Amanda Bushaw
A Qualitative Study of Parental Needs in Supporting Home Literacy Environments and Child Literacy Interest, Leah Carlson
The Role of L1 Literacy in L2 Reading Development, Sunshine Clark
Using High Leverage Practices 1 and 12 to Positively Impact Students with Nonverbal Autism in an Inclusive Pre-K Classroom Increase Communication and Social Skills, Samantha Claviter-Tveit
How Well Do Students Perform on A Five-Paragraph Analysis Essay When Writing Digitally Versus Handwritten?, Brittany Coryell
Collaborative Teaching and Data Collection in the Inclusive Classroom: Utilizing the Activity Matrix, Jamie L. Cota
The Impact of Video Modeling on Middle School Students with Autism, Lisa Dudley
Sheltered Math Curriculum for Middle School English Learners, Jasmine Ercink
Marcus Corporation Financial Statement Analysis, Leticia Esteves Rodovalho
Psychotherapeutic Skills Group for Parents and Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Co-Occurring Anxiety, Alexius R. Friesz
High School Social Emotional Curriculum, Misty Galvin
Intervention in Foundational Skills on Accelerating Reading Growth in Third Grade Students, Katie Grundstrom
The Effect of Homework Completion on Students’ Academic Performance, Morgan Gustafson
I Own My Zone, Emily Halvorson
A Standardized Reading Intervention with Three Students with Dyslexia, Amanda Hanevik
Self-efficacy in Small Group Settings, Mackenzie Heaton
FACTORS RELATED TO RURAL SUPERINTENDENT RETENTION AND TURNOVER IN NORTH DAKOTA, Wayne Heckaman
Intrinsic Motivation of Middle School School Students After a Global Pandemic, Erin Hengel
Phonics Based Literacy Instruction in Middle and High School Special Education, Megan Hennen
Children of Divorce Parents Group Manual, Sheyenne Hokit
Career, Academics, Exploration, Shadowing, Application, and Reality Store: CAESARS, Brooke Hunstad
The Effectiveness of Practicums on Preservice Physical Educators’ Attitudes and Self-Efficacy Toward Teaching Individuals with Disabilities., Megan E. Johnson
The Development of Critical Thinking Skills in Beginner Adult ESL Classrooms, Kwangmi Kim
The Effect of Increased and Varied Vocabulary Instruction on Science Content Acquisition, Emmelyn King
Preparing Paraprofessionals to be Effective in Physical Education, Chelsey Lieffring
A Reflection of My Life, Amanda Link
Early Childhood Special Education: Increasing Family Collaboration, Adria Lund
The Use of Check-In and Check-Out to Improve Behaviors in a Second Grade Student, Jonas Matzen
Analysis of Amy, Amy McIntosh
Parenting Isn't Easy: Parent Newsletters for Social/Emotional Learning in Early Childhood, Lauryn Meyer
The Link Between Play and Literacy Learning in Kindergarten, Rachel Modrow
The Impact of Morning Mindfulness during the Kindergarten Math Lesson, Terri M. Moser
SCIENCE TEACHER ATTITUDES AND PERCEPTIONS OF DISCIPLINARY LITERACY AND THINK-ALOUD EFFECTIVENESS – A CASE STUDY, Patricia Mueller
Analysis of Self, Christa Nakumuryango
Analyzing the Effectiveness of Different Media to Enhance Mathematical Discourse, Kyle Och
The Impact of Problem-Based Learning on Students Critical Thinking Skills and Peer Relationships, Rebecca Ostby
Classroom Inclusion Handbook for Students With Physical and Health Disabilities, George Ostrom
Addressing Teacher Attrition Through Trauma-Informed Practices in the Workplace, Amy Pahl and Amy L. Pahl
American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc: Financial Analysis Report, Brooke Pfeffer
Literature Review: Trauma-Informed Classrooms for Middle School Students, Halea Picha
Affirmative Counseling with LGBQQIA Individuals: A Training and Resource Manual for Mental Health Counselors, Tena Prestidge
LGBTQIA+ Training, Jazmin Reckmo
Co-Teaching: The benefits that facilitate a positive learning experience, Kari Rivard
Equine Assistance as a Psychotherapy Tool for Adolescents with Trauma Experiences, Shania Robinson
The Effect of Separating Grades from Feedback on Student Motivation, Nora Rogers
Teacher Readiness to Implement Universal Social Emotional Instruction in a Rural 7-12 Grade School, Kristie Ronchetti
Which Factors Influence African American Male students' Persistence in and Graduation from College?, Jeremiah Rotich
Communicating change during a college merger process: A grounded theory approach, Jessalyn Sabin
Statutory Provisions Governing Special Education: A Guide for Beginning Special Education Teachers, Hannah Sagvold
Influencing Well-being: A Study of Childhood Risk Factors as Predictive Indicators for Future Mental Health Difficulties, Jennifer Sahr
Autism: A Teacher's Guide, Kaitlyn Schaps
Engagement in Junior High Choir: The Impact of Student-to-Student Interaction, Olivia Schlotman
Improving Disciplinary Literacy in the Science Classroom with Scaffolding, Hunter Schow
The Impact of Academic Tracking and Mathematics Self-Concept on Mathematics Achievement., Kain M. Schow
Reid Segal: Analysis of Self, Reid Segal
Transitioning into Adulthood, Brittany Smith
Body Image and Relationship Satisfaction in Middle-Aged Women, Julia C. Solem
Successful Teacher Preparation Program Characteristics, Renae Spangler
News Media Literacy and Political Engagement in High School Civics Education, Elise Sperling
The Impact of Distance Education on Therapy Services for Students with ASD: An SLP Perspective, Andrea Spragg
Meditation, Breathing, and Mindfulness Exercises and their Effectiveness on Classroom Behaviors and Management, Jessica Steeber
Analysis of Self, Kyle Sundberg
Transition: Early Intervention to Preschool, Kim Thiesse
Analysis of Self, Martin Thorp
Improving Middle School Students Awareness of Personal Anxiety Strategies Through Cognitive-Behavioral Group Therapy, Matthew Tibbetts
Play, Learn, Grow: Inclusive Play Structures for the Future, Heather Torgerson
Effects of Phonemic Awareness and Oral Reading Fluency, Melissa Vetsch-Larson
Mindful Resources: A Guide to Mindfulness-Based Interventions, Lexi Marie Vogel
An Analysis of Self: Fifty-five, Ross M. Walther
Autism: A Qualitative Content Analysis of Counseling Journals, 1986-2021, Danielle Weller
Evaluating Healthcare Leaders: A Competency Assessment of Rural Healthcare Management within the Midwest, Heather Winkler
MasTec, Inc. - A Financial Analysis and Valuation Report, Haley Wolfe
A Group Counseling Manual on Grief for High School Students, Alison Ziegler
Theses/Dissertations/Projects from 2021
Using Differentiation Instruction and Multiple Intelligences to Motivate Students, Roberta Aakhus