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.
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Theses/Dissertations/Projects from 2023
The Use of Self Regulation an Autoethnography, John Morgan
Reflecting on ECSE Parent Coaching: Integrating High Leverage Practices 2, 11 and 16 with Parents of Children Birth through Age 2, John Muhlenpoh
Anxiety and Internalizing Behaviors: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in School Using The Coping Cat Program, Lena Nycklemoe
The Effectiveness of Explicit Literacy Instruction on Kindergarten and First-Grade Student’s Decoding Abilities, Stacy Olson, Megan Parenteau, and Monica Parenteau
Throwing away the Late Work Penalty, Anthony Orttel
A.I.M. Handbook Parent Handbook, Emery Palm
The Effectiveness of Explicit Literacy Instruction on Kindergarten and First-Grade Student’s Decoding Abilities, Megan Parenteau, Monica Parenteau, and Stacy Olson
The Effectiveness of Explicit Literacy Instruction on Kindergarten and First-Grade Student’s Decoding Abilities, Monica Parenteau, Megan Parenteau, and Stacy Olson
Reading Instruction, Interventions, and Process, Chelsey Pederson
Analysis of Self, Peace Peter
The Effectiveness of the Unstuck & On Target Curriculum on Students Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Emma Peterson
The Effects of One-on-One Interventions on Kindergarten Students., Laura Peterson
Ethnographic Research of the Impact of Catalyst Strategies on the Engagement and Relationships within the Classroom for 6th Graders Versus 2nd Graders in General Education, Casey Poland, Rene Beaird, Amber Keller, and Sara Kubicek
Implementation of Equine Therapy into Treatment Programming for Adolescents with Substance Use Disorders, Gabrielle Rayfield
Exploring the Role of Student Stories in the College Admissions Appeals Process, Thomas A. Reburn
Multi-Level Inclusive Classroom: Framework to Successful Implementation, Meghan Rettke
Manipulating The Distance of Inter-letter and Inter-word Spacing To Improve Reading Accuracy and Speed in The Dyslexic Student, Jon Roemmich
Resource Handbook to Support Families Implementing Conscious Discipline Strategies, Kelsey N. Roth Mrs.
A grounded theory for the dissatisfaction of asynchronous online education among community college students, Scott Sandok
Early Intervention: Putting the Pieces Together, Kiera Sannes
A Training for Counselors to Work with Dual Diagnosis of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Intellectual Developmental Disorder, Justin Sawatzke
The Effect of Visual Arts on At-Risk Students, Nicole E. Seidler
The Effects of Orthographic Mapping in Student Spelling Performance, Kelli Simpson
Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to treat anxiety in a school-based setting, Max Skatrud
BEGINNING SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHERS’ PERCEPTIONS OF IMPACTFUL SELF-RESILIENCY SKILLS: A QUALITATIVE STUDY, Kjersten Skatvold
A PHENOMENOLOGICAL STUDY OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS’ SENSE OF BELONGING AT A RURAL, MIDWESTERN UNIVERSITY, Danielle Smith
Autism Friendly Lesson Planning: A Universal Design for Learning Training for College Level Instructors, Juliann Stark
Use of a Computer-Based Social Skills Intervention, Adventures Aboard the S.S. GRIN, to Improve Appropriate Vocalizations, With an Elementary Student With Autism., Erica Marie Steinkamp
Resilience Small Group: A small group for upper elementary students, Devyn Stenzel
The Impact of Podcasts on Listening and Reading Comprehension in a Secondary English Classroom, Denetre Stetz
Adding Student Choice to the Classroom, Diamond Stram
Using the Taped Problems Intervention to Increase Math Fact Fluency, Michaela Stratmoen
Supporting Children through Traumatic Loss: A Counseling Group for Children, Sara Swan
Effective Classroom Management Strategies, Matthew Taffe
Steps Toward Success: Mentoring Novice Teachers, Megan Thompson and Megan Elizabeth Thompson
Socioeconomic Status and Instrument Provision Program Effects on Engagement in Instrumental Music Programs, Zachary Truong
Self-Advocacy for Students with Disabilities, Katie Voronyak
School Counselors Treating Anxiety in Public School Settings: A Group Manual, Sarah DyAnn Voss
Student Well-Being Check-In Tool for Secondary Teachers, Eva Walker
Anxiety Reduction Within the School Setting: What known anxiety reducing interventions are most effective in schools?, Cole Walters
Addressing Self-Esteem: A Counseling Group Manual for Upper Elementary Students, Alexis Lee Wanner
IMPLEMENTATION OF POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTIONS AND SUPPORTS (PBIS) AND ITS IMPACT ON MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND PROBLEM BEHAVIORS, Brittanie Watson
A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study into International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Teachers' Lived Experience of Professional Growth, Rosamund Whaley
Trauma-Informed Training for Educators, Kristin White
The Impact of Writing Supports on Secondary World History Students, Eric Wicklund
The Impact of Mindfulness on Perceived Stress and Academic Performance Among English Language Students in Central Asia, Laurie Wolfe
How do faculty and staff perceive the effectiveness of student support systems that promote the retention of First-Generation College Students?, David Shawn Wolff Dr.
Digital Literacy Curriculum: A Case Study Approach to 21st Century Source Evaluation Skills, Joshua Woodley
Goal Setting and Self Monitoring Among High School Students With Exceptionalities, Madison Worms
Resource Handbook to Support Families Implementing Conscious Discipline, Amber Zabel
Clearfield Inc: A Financial Analysis Report, Logan Zajac
Vista Outdoor Inc. A Financial Analysis Report, Zackery Zajac
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
The Effect of Choice in Reading: Motivation, Engagement, and Enjoyment, Jennifer Barberg
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
PERCEPTIONS OF RURAL SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENTS AROUND LEADING ONGOING TECHNOLOGY INITIATIVES, Randal A. Bergquist
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
Strategies for Creating an Inclusive Environment in Early Childhood Education, Jenica Boelter
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
The Impact of Paired-Partner Reading on STAR Reading Scores, Brianna Byer
The Impact of Extracurricular Activity Participation on Student Academics and Connectedness, Carrie Carlson, Shawn Ford-Milligan, and Amy Haire
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
Financial Analysis of Surmodics, Inc., Denver Colgrove
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
Coeur Mining Inc. A Financial Statement Analyis, Justin Czech
The Impact of Video Modeling on Middle School Students with Autism, Lisa Dudley
More Time to Play? A Study on Free-Play and its Effects on Behavior and Academics in School, Emily Edland
Sheltered Math Curriculum for Middle School English Learners, Jasmine Ercink
A Slice of Teaching: Reading Comprehension Intervention, Kendra Erickson
Marcus Corporation Financial Statement Analysis, Leticia Esteves Rodovalho
The Impact of Extracurricular Activity Participation on Student Academics and Connectedness, Shawn M. Ford-Milligan, Carrie L. Carlson, and Amy C. Haire
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