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:
- Completion of the submission form only; no upload.
- Completion of the submission form and upload of project only when approved by project advisor.
Please discuss your options with your advisor.
Student submission guidelines are available on the left menu of this page.
➱ Browse by degree name.
➱ If you are looking for works older than 2018, they may be on the shelves of the library and listed in the library catalog.
Theses/Dissertations/Projects from 2018
Social Media's Impact on Relationships, Taylor Koberinski
Using Small Group Reading Instruction to Improve Reading Fluency in First Grade, Michaela Kolness
An Integration of Trauma-Informed Schools and Social Emotional Curriculum, Brooke Kupcho
The Effect of the Turtle Technique on Externalizing Behaviors in the Inclusive Preschool Classroom, Katelynn Kutter
Self-Monitoring Strategy Instruction: Improving Reading Accuracy and Self-Correction for At-Risk Students, Melissa Kyser
The Effects of Implementing Play with Students' On-Task Behavior in a Developmental Cognitive Delay Classroom, Stephanie Larsen
The Effect of Physical Activity in the Classroom on On-task Behavior for Elementary Students, Nicole Lehmann
The Positive Effect of 6-Minute Fluency on Reading Comprehension Using STAR Reading Assessment, Emily Livingood
Clinical Chemistry On-Call: Navigating Clinical Information Systems, Maria Lodermeier
The Relationship Between Self-Monitoring and On-Task Behavior for Students with Developmental Disabilities, Corrin Mann
Importance of Transition Planning, Jennifer L. Mattheis
The Effect of Poetry Instruction on Reading Fluency and Comprehension, Callista K. Mayers
The Effects of Positive Behavioral Supports and Student Participation in a Kindergarten Classroom, Sheri McKeever
The Effect of Words Their Way Spelling Instruction on the Acquisition of Second Grade Students' Spelling Skills, Vanessa Renae McNutt 5661972
Quantity Versus Quality: Comparing Reading Recovery and Title I Reading as a First Grade Early Literacy Intervention, Jenna Meyers
Socioeconomic Status and Academic Achievement in Reading Growth, Mollie Moen
The Effect of Incorporating Multiple Intelligences to Improve Student Writing, Jannessa Deanna Moris
Strategic Reading: Using Think Alouds to Increase Fluency in High School Students, Patricia Kate Mueller
My Personal and Professional Journey, Vian A. Mustafa
Effects of Project Based Learning in a Third Grade Classroom, Samantha Neitzke
The Effect of Containment in Equipment on an Infant's Gross Motor Development, Autumn Nelson
Mnemonics Versus Rote Rehearsal Learning of Multiplication Fact Fluency with Third Grade Students, Monika Nelson
From Mistrust to Unconditional Positive Regard: An Analysis of Self, Amy Neuheisel
The Effects of Morphology and Syllabication Instruction on Struggling Middle School Readers, Julie Oakland-Soukup
A Support Group for Adults with Children Suffering from Pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Nicole Ogan
Worry Warriors: A School-Based Counseling Small Group for Elementary-Aged Students with Anxiety, Emily Ojanen
Using Technology in Literacy to Enhance Comprehension, Amber Olson
Improving Vocabulary of English Language Learners Through Direct Vocabulary Instruction, Brianne Olson
Casey’s General Stores: A Financial Valuation, Donovan Olson
The Effectiveness of Repeated Reading Techniques to Increase Fluency of Beginning Readers, Tori Olson, Laura Jorud, and Megan Martin
The Effects of Using Active Engagement Strategies to Help Improve Student Success on Spelling Tests, Andrew Ortman
Life with Max: A Self-Analysis, Max Pajari
Grade Retention: Knowledge and Attitudes of Teacher Educators and Preservice Teachers, Jenny Pearson
Avis Budget Group: A Financial Analysis, Tralonie Perkins
Incorporating AVID Readings Strategies into Content Area Classrooms, Jennifer Peterson
Analysis of Self, Katrina Pink
Impacts of Repeated Reading on Fluency and Comprehension, Tina Podemski
Mind-Body Approach to Treating Developmental Trauma in Adolescents: A Group Therapy Manual for Residential Treatment Facilities, Kayla Prosser
The Alignment of ESL Materials to WIDA and State Standards, Jenna Marie Quanbeck
Plan B: The Analysis of Self, Matt Rask
How Oral Reading Fluency and Reading Comprehension are Intertwined, Ivy Rath
Impacts of Inclusion in Early Childhood Settings, Marie Remz
Creating an Adult Learner Entry Achievement Program, Gloria Riopelle
Eating Disorder Curriculum: In-Service for Elementary Teachers, Troy Roness
The Effect of a Weekly Social Presence in Online Classes, Cindy Salfer
Technological Resources versus Non-Technological Resources, Samantha Sapa
Financial Analysis and Valuation of Nuvera Communications, Inc., Tina Scheidecker
Token Economy Intervention for Task Completion in a Student with Autism: A Case Study, Lisa Schmidt
Effects of an Elementary Immersion Program on Academic Achievement in Core Subject Areas, Marlee Schmidt
Authentic Grammar Curriculum: Can a broadcast news program improve student learning?, Richard Schmit
The Relationship between Parental Involvement and Reading Achievement, Erin M. Schnell
Personality Type & the SLP’s Employment Setting: Is There a Pattern?, Ashley Ann Schurr
Effect of Paper vs Computer-Based Text on Reading Comprehension, Kelly Simon
IMPACT OF WORKING MEMORY ON FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS, Taylor Smolek
Co-Teaching: Is the Co-Teaching Model the Most Effective Strategy for Students?, Michelle Sokoloski
The Effect of General Instruction Paired with a Pictorial Prompt for Everyday Tasks with Students with Disabilities, Leah Sparks
Using Metacognition in the Online Classroom, Claire Stich
A Critical Media Analysis of Autism Spectrum Disorder: An Examination of Symptom Presentation on Sesame Street, Kaitlyn Suppa
The Effect of Feedback Given on Informal Assessments and its Continued Effect on Formal Assessments, Britta Teeples and Britta Teeples
A Student Affairs Professional's Road to Campus: An Analysis of Self, Emily Tiefenthaler
The Effect of Preschool Attendance on Student Success in Kindergarten, Amber Tostenson
A Student's Movement and It's Effect on a Student's Reading Fluency Development, Kevin Tumberg
Better Together; A Guide to a School-Based Peer Mentoring Program, Elizabeth Underwood
The Effects of Using Technology and Other Teacher Created Activities to Help Improve Understanding Math Concepts, Katlyn VanHavermaet
Engagement Strategy Results on Student Participation, Ben Vickstrom
The Effect of School-wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports on Behavioral Referrals, Monica Voeller
Assistive Listening Devices in Primary and Secondary Educational Settings: A Systematic Review, Paige Wagner-Skinner
Synchronous Online Learning and its Relation to Course Satisfaction, Carrie M. Ward
Self-Selected Reading: An Alternative to Formal Summer Reading Programs for Middle School Students, John Watkin
Marriott International, Inc: A Financial Analysis, Lai Wei
Existential Reality? An Analysis of Self from an Existential & Reality Therapy Theoretical Orientation, James Weinzirl
Tiffany & Co.: A Financial Analysis, Nicole Weiss
Dragon Ambassador Manual: A Guide for Dragon Ambassadors and Supervisors, Jamie Wepking
Plan B: Self-Analysis; A Reflection of my Personal Experiences, Elizabeth Wiczorek
Analysis of Self, Katelyn Christine Wold-Clough
Analysis of Self, Nathan Wood
Factors Related to Successful Implementation of an AAC Device for an Individual With Autism, Michaela Worms
Using Virtual Reality Devices with Autistic Students in High School to Teach Social Communication Skills, Denise Yonke