Browsing UW-Stout Dissertations by Title
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The Marginalization of Rural Communities: A Mixed-Methods Study of Equity Within Rural Postsecondary Career and Technical Education
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2021)Rural communities are underserved in education research, policy, and funding initiatives especially within CTE. What makes a community or educational institution rural is also unclear as there are at minimum 23 federal and ... -
Measuring creativity employing the design build process within a PK12 fabrication laboratory
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2019)Creative problem solving is addressed as playing a major role in education and employment now and in the future. The author examined the role of the Design Build Process and its ability to address creative problem-solving ... -
Micromessaging: A Qualitative Study on Female Enrollment, Persistence, and Attainment in Gender Nontraditional Postsecondary Career and Technical Education Programs
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2021)Despite federal legislation on gender equity in any program receiving federal funds, there still exists a disproportionately low number of females in Career and Technical Education (CTE) community college programs leading ... -
Midwestern restaurant association member attitudes about hiring individuals with a criminal background and a food handler certificate or food protection manager certification
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2018)Correctional food service training programs have attempted to utilize certificates and certifications to impact recidivism; however, no literature was found on if individuals responsible for hiring employees would be more ... -
A Mixed Method Evaluationof the Health, Wellness and Fitness Undergraduate Program as it Relates to Professional Preparedness
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2017)It is important for college and university academic programs to adequately prepare students for their professional careers. Program evaluation is a critical component in understanding if academic programs are developing ... -
Optimizing Workplace Training Transfer: A Case Study on Designing the 70:20:10 Training Strategy through SME and L&D Collaboration
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)This case study informs the instructional design practice by adopting an agile and learner-centered approach, focusing on the 70:20:10 learning experience design. The study tackles the persistent training transfer gap, ... -
Organizational Leadership at Public Two Year Colleges with Improved College Completion Rates for Black or African American Male Students
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)Colleges have a responsibility to provide all students equitable access to a college credential. This mixed methods study examined organizational leadership practices at 2-year public colleges that exhibited the highest ... -
Perceptions of Midwestern Manufacturing of Sustainable Practices During Disruptive Times
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2023)The United States manufacturing industry has had challenges affecting the sector for decades. The COVID-19 pandemic brought new challenges that impacted the manufacturing industry. Across the globe, government leaders have ... -
Preparing Young Adults Through Multiskilling to Meet Industry 4.0 Needs and Beyond
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2022)The rapid development of technology is moving faster than human skills. Wisconsin employers in manufacturing industries are experiencing the shortfalls in multiskilling that create challenges in being active players in not ... -
Prior Learning Assessment: Understanding the Barriers and their Impact on Program Implementation and Success
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2021)This study sought to understand the barriers to prior learning assessment programs’ implementation and success. This study also aimed to understand what possible barriers exist to informal learning and identify best practices ... -
A Profile and Perceived Needs of Wisconsin Correctional Educators
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2016)While there has been plenty of research on the impact that education programs have on inmates and recidivism, there has been little research on correctional educators. Not only is there a lack of training available to and ... -
A qualitative look at one-year manufacturing program students' perceptions of manufacturing, work values, and enrollment decision factors
(University of Wisconsin-Stout, 2017)Manufacturing is a driving force of our economy and has transformed from low skill occupations to occupations focused on the utilization of technology resulting in a higher skill requirement. A combination of retirements ... -
A Qualitative Study on the Influence of Quality Systems in Meeting Performance Funding Criteria in Wisconsin Technical College System Institutions
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2016)This case study investigated the influence of quality systems on meeting performance funding criteria in Wisconsin Technical College System institutions. Using qualitative text-analysis methodology, the case study identified ... -
Racialized Experiences and Academic Success of Minority Students in Postsecondary Career and Technical Education
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2017)This mixed method study examined the education success and experiences of racial and ethnic minorities (REM) at one technical college within the Wisconsin Technical College System. Through the use of quantitative archival ... -
The relationship between psychosocial factors and work-related musculoskeletal disorders in hospital nurses in Wisconsin
(University of Wisconsin-Stout, 2018)The aim of this paper was to examine the relationship between perceived psychosocial factors (PSF's) and work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMD's) that hospital nurses experience in Wisconsin and to present initiatives ... -
The Relationship Between the Price of College and First Year Enrollment at a Midwestern Technical College
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2017)A national movement has led to significant dialogue regarding the potential benefits of free college. Supporters suggest that additional financial resources will remove a barrier that limits access and attainment. This ... -
Small Manufacturer Long-Term Success Factors using Success Case Method: A Manufacturing Extension Practitioner Perspective
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2024)This study examines the factors that contribute to the long-term sustainability of a small manufacturer from a manufacturing extension practitioner’s perspective. The longevity subject used in this study was XYZ Company, ... -
Student and faculty perceptions of textbook value in the manufacturing programs at Dunwoody College of Technology
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2018)The purpose of this study was to examine the perceptions of students and faculty who utilize college textbooks in the completion and development of manufacturing courses at Dunwoody College of Technology in Minneapolis, ... -
Students Perceptions of Accelerated Program Learning: A Comparative Study
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2020)This mixed methods study was designed to review student perceptions of transitions toward Accelerated Program Learning environments. The goal of this study was to better understand the impact of accelerated learning programs ... -
A Study of the Relationship between Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, Institutional Objectives and Intent to Use Peanut Butter Swirl Student Success Software Using the ioTAM Theoretical Framework
(University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2022)CCX, a small, rural community college in the United States began offering a flexible, online, competency-based educational delivery model in some of its educational programs in the fall semester of the 2018-2019 school ...