Browsing by Author "Khojasteh, Jam"
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Comparing personality traits and undergraduate student enrollment choices in adventure-based courses vs. non-adventure-based courses at Northeastern State University
Stangl, Chad (2022-05)The purpose of this study was to compare personality traits of undergraduate students who chose to enroll in adventure-based (a-b) courses vs. undergraduate students who chose to enroll in non-adventure= based (n-a) courses ... -
Effects of Ashwagandha on delayed onset muscle soreness
Diehl, Cody Lee (2021-07)Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), is a phenomenon that typically occurs within 8-48 hours, and can peak within 24-72 hours after a bout of intense resistance training[1]. To combat this pain, analgesics such as ... -
Effects of Hugh Jackman's basal cell carcinoma disclosure and public interest in sunscreen
Ferrell, Matt; Torgerson, Trevor; Austin, Jennifer; Khojasteh, Jam; Vassar, Matt (Oklahoma State University Center for Health Services, 2020-02-28) -
Effects of Smartphone Pop-Up Ads on Attitude and Recall in Consumer's Choice: Applied Structural Equation Models
Kao, Weikang (2019-05-01)Smartphone advertisement plays an important role in the modern world. The study investigated the relationships among different key factors in terms of individuals' attitudes toward pop-up ads, in different conditions. ... -
Evaluating factor structure and instrument stability through measurement invariance of the DECA, second edition
Black, Kathryn Lynn (2021-07)In the process of instrument development, developers follow protocols and conduct analyses to ensure psychometric properties are met. During development, developers determine an assessment format that best aligns to their ... -
Evaluation of structure complexity magnitude, degree of cross-loading on secondary dimension and model specification on MIRT parameter estimation
Hosseinzadeh, Mostafa (2021-12)In real-world situations, multidimensional data may appear on large-scale tests or attitudinal surveys. A simple structure, multidimensional model may be used to evaluate the items, ignoring the cross-loading of some items ... -
Examining the moderating effects of decision-making self-efficacy among self-determination and college and career readiness self-efficacy
Leggett, Caleb A. (2019-12)College aspirations among adolescents are increasing (Roderick, Nagaoka, & Coca, 2009), but many barriers still exist in the college and career process for adolescents (Barnes & Slate, 2010). Hindrances diminish self-efficacy ... -
Factors associated with lowered likelihood of suicidal ideation for trans and nonbinary individuals
Burish, Emily (2022-07)It is estimated that approximately one million people die by suicide each year around the world (World Health Organization, 2014). However, it has been demonstrated that marginalized individuals experience higher rates of ... -
Impact of knowledge sharing among doctoral students on research self-efficacy
Swaringim-Griffin, Julie (2022-05)Doctoral programs experience low attrition rates and with keeping this in mind, it is important to address the challenges and barriers preventing students from reaching their academic goals. The purpose of this study is ... -
Intensive courses: A mixed-methods approach to examining perceptions of low SES community college students
White, Travis (2023-05)The purpose of this mixed-methods study was to gain insight into the experience of low SES community college students in intensive courses. Utilizing both quantitative and qualitative data from one community college, the ... -
Investigating new student affairs professionals' perceived readiness to utilize data analytics
Marpaung, Jonathan (2021-12)The shortage of qualified administrators who can utilize data analytics means that institutions are not able to harness data analytics to its fullest potential in order to remain competitive in a higher education market ... -
Link between teacher-child relationship and child cognitive outcomes: An examination of mediation and moderation effects
Armstead, Ava S. (2022-12)Formal education of children is an area of emphasis in the United States. Academic skills are measured against common core school standards that access children’s cognitive skills related to school readiness and academic ... -
Measuring college student financial literacy
Gatti, Mary Taggart (2022-05)There has been a lack of consensus among researchers and practitioners about how to define financial literacy, but there is agreement that financial education changes depending on the stage of life to which people belong. ... -
"Michael Douglas" effect
Torgerson, Trevor; Johnson, Austin L.; Cooper, Craig; Khojasteh, Jam; Hamilton, Tom; Vassar, Matt (Oklahoma State University Center for Health Services, 2020-02-28)Background: In June 2013, celebrity actor Michael Douglas announced that he had received a diagnosis of throat cancer, which he attributed to the human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is the most common sexually transmitted ... -
Mixed methods approach to investigating international students’ perception of teaching presence and sense of community in online classrooms and university belonging at Predominantly White Institutions
Ariati, Jati (2023-05)A sense of belonging is still a challenge for minority groups, including international students who pursue their degrees at Predominantly White Institutions. Being an online student, potentially impede a sense of belonging ... -
Multilevel modeling of behavioral observations of Head Start students; Accounting for initial conditions
Rooney, Chanda (2019-08)A sample of 101 Head Start students were repeatedly tested for behavioral improvements during a TCIT study. The measure used to test the students (the BOPS) had not previously been validated. Factor Analysis was used to ... -
Quantum model of human subjectivity for moral psychology: Using Q methodology to define the features of judgments in Hilbert space
Marangoni, Daniel J. (2018-05)A major issue in the field of moral psychology is identifying aspects of human morality that can be measured. Kantor's (1959) formulation of a psychological event provides a unique option for the field. A psychological ... -
School teachers’ causality orientation of motivation, emotional intelligence, and job satisfaction: An examination of mediating and moderating effects
Strickland, Christal G. (2022-12)Teachers are invaluable as they perform a professional role essential to the academic and life success of students. However, there are multiple stress-inducing challenges inherent to the profession of teaching that may ... -
Social norms of alcohol use among American Indian college students
Lopez, Susanna Victoria (2022-07)American Indian (AI) peoples are at higher risk for alcohol use disorder and related health consequences compared to the general population. Descriptive and injunctive norms have been found to be a significant risk factor ... -
Sound symbolism effect of a brand’s post-transgression apology on consumer forgiveness
Kim, Minjoo (2022-07)This dissertation investigates what words should be used in a brand apology to increase consumer forgiveness in case of brand transgression. Based on sound symbolism literature, which argues that sounds can convey meanings, ...