Educational Leadership
(formerly Educational Administration; updated 6/2/08)
Call # Author Title year notes
J54/30/ 3359 Adreon, Scott O. Finding Solutions to a Failed School Bond Referendum 1999 capstone seminar paper
J54/30/ 1197 Agbu, Rita Ifeyinwa Instructional Leadership Role of the High School Principal: Its Part in Improving the Level of Students' Performance in the United States 1989 report
J54/30/ 2679 Akers-Williamson, Gwendolyn Are Substance Exposed Children Suffering the Consequences of their Parents in America's Classrooms 1996 project
J54/30/ 2725 Alberts, Judith Peer Tutoring of 8th Graders Demonstrating Effectiveness on 4th Grade Students in Math 1996 project
J54/30/ 1704 Allen, Lawrence R. Evaluation of Illinois Community College Business Centers 1991 project
J54/30/ 4656 Allgeier, Patrick What factors influence high school senior athletes to attend Millikin University? 2004 project
J54/30/ 5265 Alred, Amanda Do K-8 Educators in Jacksonville School District 117 Believe the Implementation of an RtI Model Will Increase Student Learning, Improve the Alignment of Curriculum to State Standards, and Decrease Special Educational Referrals? 2008 project
J54/30/ 3698 Ameday, Margaret Student's Perceptions of the Effects of Aggression Replacement Training Skills 2000 project
J54/30/ 4974 Ames, Sally Experienced Mentors' and Mentees' Perceptions of Teacher Mentoring 2006 project
J54/30/ 2267 Anderson, Jean R. Feasibility and Desirability of the Consolidation of Lincoln Community High School District # 144 and its Feeder Districts: A Needs Assessment 1994 case study
J54/30/ 2423 Artus, Diane Proposal to the Jacksonville School District #177 School Board to Allow a Choir to be Used as a Motivator for At-Risk Students 1995 thesis
J54/30/ 3738 Ashbaugh, Brent Cooperative Learning and Low Level Math Achievement 2000 paper
J54/30/ 4596 Ashley, Nancy Increasing Homework Completion by LEAP Academy Students 2004 project
J54/30/ 4978 Auble, Jeremiah K. A Case Study of Parent and Teacher Usage of Edline, a School-to-Home Communication Tool 2006 project
J54/30/ 3412 Aubry, Katherine S. Teachers' Attitudes toward the Inclusion of Deaf/Hard of Hearing High School Students in Language Arts Courses in Illinois 1999 report
J54/30/ 591 Backs, Barbara H. Three Original Case Studies, Closing Exercise 1985 thesis
J54/30/ 2296 Bagby, Robert B. Young Children at Play 1994 report
J54/30/ 4459 Baker, Nancy Carole Lehner Prairie State Achievement Exam and Student Grades: A Comparative Study in a Small High School 2003 project
J54/30/ 4745 Bandy, Brian Parents' Perception of Random Drug Testing 2005 project
J54/30/ 3910 Bandy, Diana L. Study of the Effectiveness of 1999-2000 Learning Team at Rochester Community Unit School District 3A 2001 project
J54/30/ 1769 Bandy, Tim N. School Security Plan District # 186 1991 project
J54/30/ 3842 Bardwell, Bob Teachers' and Parents' Perceptions of Job-Sharing 2000 report
J54/30/ 3683 Barlow, Gary Duane School Safety: A Proactive Approach 2000 project
J54/30/ 1641 Baron, Cynthia M. Cross-Age Tutoring 1991 case study
J54/30/ 5206 Barrett, John M. Cross-Curricular Vocabulary Instruction Utilizing Brain Based Treatment 2007 project
J54/30/ 993 Barth, Myra Eisen Weighted Grading: Good or Bad? 1988 report
J54/30/ 4614 Barton, Patrice Perceptions of the Role of School Nurse 2004 project
J54/30/ 3336 Basler, Jane E. Students Preferences for Delivery System of Special Education Services at Secondary Level 1999 report
J54/30/ 3109 Bates, Mary A. Illinois Community Based Education Incentive: Strategic Management Plan Case Study of Chicago School Reform 1998 thesis
J54/30/ 1813 Baugher, Cindy J. Examination of the Pressures Placed on Educators to Lower Their Academic Standards 1992 project
J54/30/ 2680 Beard, Joyce L. What Employers in Food Service are Looking for in Entry-level Employees 1996 project
J54/30/ 3477 Beard, Sylvia L. Why Elementary School Teachers are Hesitant to Implement Multicultural Education 1999 report
J54/30/ 2011 Beauchamp, Phil Ability Grouping of the Gifted: A Historical Review 1993 project
J54/30/ 2357 Becker, Alicia E. What is Expected from Elementary Guidance Program 1994 case study
J54/30/ 4808 Becker, Christopher Project Teams, Shared Leadership, and Decision Making 2005 project
J54/30/ 4299 Beddingfield, Sandy First Year Teachers' Perceptions of Pre-service Training Concerning Special Education 2002 project
J54/30/ 4393 Benanti, Nathaniel M. Correlation Between Teaching Experience and Discipline Referrals 2003 project
J54/30/ 4663 Benner, Kathleen A. Perceptions of Universal Design for Learning and Differential Instruction Among Staff at Bloomington Junior High School 2004 project
J54/30/ 5221 Benner, Sarah Impact of Laptops on Reading Achievement 2007 project
J54/30/ 4201 Bennett, Debbie Perceptions of Learning Disabled Students, Teachers and Parents on Academic Performance and Social Interaction in Inclusion Classes 2002 project
J54/30/ 1113 Best, Maureen A. Better Evaluations Through Formative Supervision 1989 report
J54/30/ 3363 Beube, Sharon Teachers' Insights into What they Need to Better Incorporate Technology into the Classroom 1999 capstone seminar paper
J54/30/ 3739 Blair, Jay C. Impact of Science Curriculum in Relationship to Achievement Tests 2000 report
J54/30/ 4982 Blakeman, Todd What are retained students' views toward retention? 2006 project
J54/30/ 2030 Blickhan, Jane A. Establishment of a Guidebook on the Development and Use of Performance-Based Assessment for Administrators and Elementary Classroom Teachers 1993 case study
J54/30/ 5135 Bodewes, Dana L. Teacher Practices Regarding Family Involvement in the Fourth and Fifth Grade 2007 project
J54/30/ 4564 Bolton, Kara C. An Analysis of Regular Education and Special Education Content and Teaching through Curriculum Mapping 2004 project
J54/30/ 2836 Bolton, Mark A. Reading Recovery's Impact on Reading Achievement in the Peoria Public Schools, 1992-1995 1997 report
J54/30/ 4993 Bommarito, Debra Is There a Correlation Between Student Discipline Problems and the Day of the Week and Month of the Year 2006 thesis
J54/30/ 5106 Borah, Jill L. A Comparison of the Effects of Changing from a Traditional Schedule to a Modified Block Schedule 2007 project
J54/30/ 4807 Borgman, Rachel Types of Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students in the Mainstreamed Environment: A Survey of Supervisors of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing 2005 project
J54/30/ 2878 Borgsmiller, Therese Enhancing the Educational Administration Program through Technology at the University of Illinois at Springfield 1997 report
J54/30/ 4688 Borrowman, Cynthis A. Does School Size Between the Rural Schools and Medium-Sized Schools have an Affect on the Quality of Education? 2004 project
J54/30/ 5139 Bosworth, Lisa M. Assessing College Readiness: A Case Study of Student Aspirations and Preparation 2007 project
J54/30/ 2589 Bottom, Susan Tillman A. Effects of Team Teaching on Reducing Violence t Franklin Middle School 1996 project
J54/30/ 2103 Bowden, Sue Faculty Handbook for Our Savior's Lutheran School 1993 project
J54/30/ 3476 Bowen, Kari What Do Students Perceive As Influences for their Fight Free Behavior? 1999 project
J54/30/ 4832 Bowman, Kevin E. The Perceived Effectiveness of School Referendum Techniques by Community Members 2005 project
J54/30/ 4646 Bradham, Erin E. The Value of Communication Between Parents and Teachers: Developing a Process to Systemize Communication 2004 project
J54/30/ 2299 Brady, Marlene K. Development of Performance-based Assessments for an Outcome-based Curriculum 1994 report
J54/30/ 1064 Brady, Robert E. Comparative Analysis of the Responses of the Menard County High Schools to Selected Educational Mandates of 1985 1988 report
J54/30/ 4610 Breden, Cory W. The Relationship Between Absences, 8th Grade Math ISAT Scores and 8th Grade Math Scores 2004 project
J54/30/ 3202 Breese, Stephen B. Computers in the Classroom: Tools or Toys 1998 report
J54/30/ 2532 Brennelson, Bob Designing a Physical Education Curriculum for Lanphier High School 1995 report
J54/30/ 4897 Bretz, Elizabeth The Effect of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports on Riverton Middle School Eighth Grade Students: A Longitudinal Study 2005 project
J54/30/ 2991 Brewer, David J. Racial and Gender Bias in the Assigning of Discipline Referrals 1998 report
J54/30/ 4569 Bridgman, Sabrina A. Improving Reading Scores of Second Grade Students at Gregory Elementary 2004 project
J54/30/ 4815 Brooks, Brian E. Coaches' and Sponsors' Perceptions of the Effects of the Year-Round Calendar on Extracurricular Activities at Riverton High School 2005 project
J54/30/ 5264 Brooks, Luke Effects of Athletic Participation on Academic Preformance 2008 project
J54/30/ 1112 Brosmith, Sue My Child is Deaf: What Now? 1989 report
J54/30/ 5205 Brown, Brenda B. Post-Secondary Outcomes of Students with Disabilities 2007 project
J54/30/ 4000 Brue, Dan Perceptions of Consolidation Among Key Stakeholders of Virginia School District 2001 project
J54/30/ 4319 Bruley, Brandi Teachers' Perceptions of Team Teaching at the Fourth Grad Level 2002 project
J54/30/ 4199 Brummell, Sue Can Parents From All Educational Backgrounds Have a Positive Effect On Their Child's Achievement Through Homework and Communication? 2002 project
J54/30/ 4261 Bruno, H. David II Educators' Perceptions of the Benefits of an Agricultural Education Program 2002 project
J54/30/ 2518 Buchanan, Marilyn J. Teacher's Opinions on Teaching Behavior Skills in the Diocese of Springfield Elementary Schools 1995 report
J54/30/ 1099 Buckner, Joan Katherine Reading Aloud: Improving the Attitude of Young Readers 1988 report
J54/30/ 4597 Bunjan, Alice C. Effects of a Technology Use Improvement Project for High School Seniors Participating in a College Readiness Program 2004 project
J54/30/ 5095 Burk, Brady V. Do 4th and 5th Grade Fitness Levels Correlate with Household Income Status 2007 project
J54/30/ 2470 Burras, Christine D. Gift, Growing intellectually Fit Together 1995 project
J54/30/ 2476 Calvert, Ann Reducing the Number of Inappropriate Parochial School Special Education Testing Referrals for Case Study Evaluations 1995 project
J54/30/ 5025 Camacho, Dawn An Analysis of Standardized Tests and Academic History at Glenwood High School 2006 project
J54/30/ 4899 Cameron, Cliff A Case Study of Pleasant Plains Teachers' Perceptions Regarding the Year Round School Calendar 2005 project
J54/30/ 4301 Camille, Vincent L. Teachers' End of First Year Implementation Sentiments Towards Year Round Education in the Riverton School District 2002 project
J54/30/ 1917 Camp, Karen Inservice Plan for Regional Conference Planners 1992 case study
J54/30/ 3273 Campbell, Charles C. Case Study of the Defunct 1994 Springfield District 186 School District Diversity Plan 1998 project
J54/30/ 1792 Campbell, Thomas J. Study of the Master Schedule Needs of Taylorville High School 1991 case study
J54/30/ 2092 Canny, Dennis Case Study of the 5+5 Early Retirement Incentive and its Effect on the Litchfield Community Unit School District # 12 1993 project
J54/30/ 4651 Capps, Gail A. The Effects of the Regular Education Initiative Program at Lanphier High School 2004 project
J54/30/ 1538 Carlon, Lawrence W. Ashland-Chandlerville Community Unit School District #262, Junior-Senior Faculty Handbook 1990 project
J54/30/ 5204 Carney, Rita Use of Student Response Systems in the Classroom 2007 project
J54/30/ 2080 Carr, Valerie G. Prevention/ Intervention of Gang Involvement for at Risk Students 1992 thesis
J54/30/ 4472 Carruthers, L. Jane Standards Based Art Education In The Educator's Mind 2003 project
J54/30/ 2197 Carter, Faith C. Administrator's Guide to School Improvement Through Staff Development 1994 case study
J54/30/ 5144 Caton, Brian T. Structure of the Ninth Grade House at Lanphier High School 2007 project
J54/30/ 2557 Caton, George Examination of Music Teacher Evaluation 1995 project
J54/30/ 2883 Cecil, Rebecca A. Effectiveness of the Reading Recovery Program on the Reading Achievement for Students in Lincoln Elementary District #27 1997 report
J54/30/ 1912 Chard, Jane F. Middle School Advisory Staff Development 1992 case study
J54/30/ 4640 Cheatham, Amanda Lyn Teachers' Views and Recommendations on the 'Success for All' Reading Program 2004 project
J54/30/ 2910 Christell, Patricia A. Time Management: Teacher Team Efficiency in Curriculum Development 1997 report
J54/30/ 2012 Chriswell, Linda Effects of Peer Support Groups on Students Participating in the Sangamon County Training and Education of Adult Learners 1993 project
J54/30/ 5211 Clanton, Keppen N. Parent Involvement and High School Achievement 2007 project
J54/30/ 5263 Clark, Gale R. The Effects of School Size on Secondary School Student Achievement in Central Illinois 2008 project
J54/30/ 3275 Cline, Steven R. Study of Mathematics Scores in Seventh & Eighth Grade Classrooms Using Manipulatives Versus Textbook only Classrooms 1998 project
J54/30/ 1789 Clinton, Reg Case Study in Space Needs for Special Education Services at Triopia 1991 case study
J54/30/ 1736 Clodfelter, Mark Revision of Extracurricular Activities at the Illinois School for the Deaf: A Case Study 1991 case study
J54/30/ 4598 Coddington, Nicholas E. Elementary School Librarian: Educator or Information Resource Specialist? 2004 project
J54/30/ 4968 Colgren, Chris The Effect of Implementing Reading Strategies in the Content Areas on Student Achievement 2006 project
J54/30/ 4395 Colwell, Renee A. Relationship Between Teachers' Job Satisfaction and Their Perceptions of Five Dimensions That Cause Teacher Burnout 2003 project
J54/30/ 4397 Colyott, James A. Students' Perceptions of the Four Different Areas of the D.A.R.E. Program: Drug Facts, Resisting Peer Pressure, Relationship With Police, and Making Decisions 2003 project
J54/30/ 5001 Condon, Amy Teacher Mentors' Perceptions of the Types and Impact of Teacher Mentor/Induction Programs in Sangamon County, High School, SASED Districts 2006 project
J54/30/ 5096 Conklin, Brian Teacher Perceptions of the School Improvement Process in Small Rural Illinois School Districts 2007 project
J54/30/ 3364 Connoley, John K. Study on Methods to Improve Presidential Fitness Scores of Grant Middle School Students 1999 capstone seminar paper
J54/30/ 3811 Cook, Heather K. How do teachers perceive students identified as learning disabled, students identified as gifted, and students between these levels working together within the same classrooms? 2000 project
J54/30/ 5208 Corder, Sara K. Character Education and Student Behavior 2007 project
J54/30/ 2995 Cozzolino, James J. Plan to Increase Attendance Among Tenth Grade Students at Lanphier High School 1998 report
J54/30/ 4599 Crane, Mark A. Raising Problem Solving Scores in Math 2004 project
J54/30/ 4984 Craven, Pollee A. The Retired Pikeland Educator: Reflections on a Life of Service 2006 project
J54/30/ 4617 Crouse, Dave Goals and Benefits for New Central Mentoring Program 2004 project
J54/30/ 3154 Crowe, Debra Effects of 8-Block Scheduling on Student Performance at Tri-City Middle School and High School 1998 thesis
J54/30/ 1097 Crum, A. Kerry Successful Teaching Techniques with Basic Track Students 1988 report
J54/30/ 3812 Crum, Kimberly Teachers' and Staff Members' Perceptions of the Fight Free Program 2000 project
J54/30/ 4655 Cummins, Kara Kindergarten through Third Grade Retention and Special Education Identification Rates 2004 project
J54/30/ 4463 Curtis, Leslie Parents' Perceptions of Mathematics 2003 project
J54/30/ 1554 Dahman, Cheryl Sangamon State University Career Services/Placement Guide 1990 project
J54/30/ 3793 Daigre, Cynthia To What Degree is Multicultural Education Occurring in Residential Schools for the Deaf? 2000 project
J54/30/ 4461 Daly, Larry The Perception of Alternative Schools Through the Eyes of the Student 2003 project
J54/30/ 1918 Daniel, Wendy Early Intervention for Hearing Impaired Children 1992 project
J54/30/ 4898 Daniels, Sherry L. Narrowing the Achievement Gap by Increasing Reading Motivation and Fluency 2005 project
J54/30/ 4814 Dargert, William The Case Study of Riverton High School Athletes' Attitudes Regarding the Year-round School Calendar 2005 project
J54/30/ 5267 Darr, Mark Athletic Participation and Academic Success at Havana High School 2008 project
J54/30/ 4396 Daugherty, Phyllis L. Why Sexual Harassment Goes Unreported in Public Schools 2003 project
J54/30/ 2164 Daughtery, Linda School-Business Partnerships: A Master's Project 1993 project
J54/30/ 5107 Davis, Brenda C. Effects of Using aclinical Supervision Model for the Purpose of Formative Teacher Evaluation 2007 project
J54/30/ 4699 Davis, Kathy A. The Early Start Program: Its Impact on the Achievement Levels in Reading of Economically Disadvantaged Kindergarten Students 2004 project
J54/30/ 4811 Davis, Tod O. Teacher Recommendations for Springfield High School's in-School Suspension Program 2005 project
J54/30/ 4593 DeMarco, Lisa L. The Effectiveness of Correctional Education on Recidivism: A Meta-Analysis 2004 project
J54/30/ 3146 Dennewitz, Laura Use of Environmental Noise Filtering Headphone with a Sensory Sensitive Autistic Child 1998 report
J54/30/ 2839 DeSchepper, Douglas, J. Attitudes and Opinions About Block Eight Scheduling at New Berlin High School 1997 report
J54/30/ 1807 Desollar, Pam Business and Public Education Partnerships 1992 case study
J54/30/ 4302 Devlin, Dan Reasons for Enrollment and Non-Enrollment in Physical Education by Secondary Students at Springfield High School 2002 project
J54/30/ 4600 Dickhut, Karen S. The Need for Increased Volunteerism at Liberty CUSD #2, Adams County, Illinois 2004 project
J54/30/ 3688 Dillard, Jill K. Similarities of Districts Experiencing a Downward Trend in Math Scores on Standardized Tests 2000 report
J54/30/ 994 Dimon, Kay A. Helping the One-Parent Child Become Socially Well Adjusted 1988 report
J54/30/ 4990 Dodson, Christine Troubled Female Youth in High School, Alternative School and Correctional Facilities: Perceptions and Recommendations from Program Facilitators 2006 thesis
J54/30/ 3744 Doerr, Scott E. Teaching in Block Schedules 2000 project
J54/30/ 4618 Donnan, Carrie Jo Teacher Evaluation Study A-C Central Community Unit School District # 262 2004 project
J54/30/ 4033 Dorgan, Cinda A. Graduates Perception of How Well the State Standards for Administrators are Addressed in the Educational Leadership Program at the University of Illinois at Springfield 2001 project
J54/30/ 2936 Dorr, Gary Effects of a Regular Education Initiative Program (REI) on the Academic Performance of the Students Involved 1997 report
J54/30/ 4035 Douglas, Maureen Professional Development and Job Satisfaction : A Comprehensive Study 2001 project
J54/30/ 4274 Downs, John Teachers' Perceptions of Character Education in a Multi-Age Setting 2002 project
J54/30/ 4565 Doyle, Lisa D. Increasing Homework Completion Among Students at Virginia Junior High 2004 project
J54/30/ 3016 Doyle, Margery S. Effects of Rewarding Children 1998 report
J54/30/ 4649 Drake, Queen E. Parents' Perception of the 21st Century Community Learning Center at Wanless School 2004 project
J54/30/ 4195 Drew, Patrick T. Perceived Impact of Block Scheduling on Student Attendance 2002 project
J54/30/ 4601 Droll, Carolyn Identifying Strategies for Promoting Mathematics Expression Among English Language Learners 2004 project
J54/30/ 4515 Dudley, Mark A. Students' Perceptions of the Effect of Interscholastic Sports on Academic Performance, Social Development/Social Status and Self-Esteem 2003 project
J54/30/ 4273 Dvorak, Laurie Effect of Driver Education on Adolescent Students' Self-Reported Risky Behavior 2002 project
J54/30/ 4641 Eberle, Lan The Effect of Athletic Participation on Academic Achievement, Attendance, and Discipline at PORTA Junior High School 2004 project
J54/30/ 4320 Eckhouse, Gina Regular Educator and the IEP: A Working Relationship? 2002 project
J54/30/ 5207 Edwards, Gina Co-teaching of Special Education Students in an Inclusive Classroom 2007 project
J54/30/ 2249 Eifert, Robert E. Administrative Analysis of Educational Testing Procedures to Predict GED Success Rates Within Illinois Correctional Programs 1994 project
J54/30/ 5136 Eisenhauer, Steven E. How Does Teaching Using a Constructivist Approach Affect Teaching and Learning? 2007 project
J54/30/ 2346 Ervin, Ronald, L. Attitudes and Perception of High School Teachers in the First Year of Eight Block Scheduling System 1995 case study
J54/30/ 5133 Essex, Nathan How School Districts Use Standardized Test Results to Influence Curriculum, Class Placement and Career Opportunities 2007 project
J54/30/ 3746 Evans, Timothy Paul Extracurricular Activities-Student Grade Point Averages: A Correlation Study of a Small Illinois School 2000 report
J54/30/ 4517 Evers, Andrea The Relationship Between the Identification Process of Special Education Students and Graduation from High School 2003 project
J54/30/ 4602 Eyler, Judith Teacher Tools for School Consolidation: Resources for Teachers to Ease the Transition Involved With School Consolidation 2004 project
J54/30/ 4471 Fatheree, Keith Use of Educational Technology at Girard Community Unit School District #3 2003 project
J54/30/ 4739 Favre, Adam D. The Effects of Guided Reading on Student Reading Achievements 2004 project
J54/30/ 4668 Fehrholz, Shannon C. Effectiveness of a High School After School Program for Suspended and Truant Students 2004 project
J54/30/ 2460 Fenton, Josephine A. Evaluating an Alternative Method of Communicating Between the Special Education Resource Teacher and Regular Educators 1995 thesis
J54/30/ 1098 Fetter, John A. Effective Strategies for Educating At-Risk Middle School Students 1988 report
J54/30/ 1589 Fetter, Kathleen M. Assertive Discipline 1990 report
J54/30/ 3271 Finley, Rebecca C. Do School Based Computer Workshops for Older Adults Encourage Sense of Connection with the School District? 1998 project
J54/30/ 5098 Finley-Weller, Anne Springfield Southeast High School's Final Exam Exemption Attendance Policy and Student Attendance 2007 project
J54/30/ 2827 Fitzgerald, Cynthia M. Reducing Student Tardiness 1997 report
J54/30/ 2032 Fitzgerald, Judith A. Computerized Scheduling in Rural High Schools 1993 case study
J54/30/