Theses and Dissertations at Montana State University (MSU)
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Item The career lattice concept in the community college(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of School of Business, 1977) Mahon, Leslie J.; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinThe purposes of this study were to: 1. Conduct a normative-survey of the community colleges in the Northwestern region of the United States in an attempt to ascertain what the philosophy of these college leaders was in regard to career education. 2. Compile information and materials that experts recommend for inclusion in a post-secondary career education program. 3. Implement the career development concept into the curriculum at the community college level.Item Evaluation of the master's degree and program in the School of Commerce at Montana State University by master's alumni and graduate students(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1972) Hageman, Richard AlvinThe purposes of the research project were to attempt to determine the employment utility of a master's degree obtained through the School of Commerce at Montana State University; to evaluate the curriculum in the School of Commerce in search of additions and improvements; and to evaluate the organization and administration of the graduate program in the School of Commerce. Data were collected by mailing questionnaires to 59 alumni who had received master's degrees between June 1966 and August 1971, and hand-delivering questionnaires to ten graduate students who were currently enrolled in the School of Commerce during March 1972. Forty three questionnaires were returned. Alumni respondents had pursued occupations in the general fields of education, general business, and technology. Fourteen respondents felt that their possession of master's degrees had aided them in obtaining employment; seven respondents felt that their master's degrees had given them difficulty in obtaining employment. Twenty two respondents felt that the knowledge they gained while studying for their master's degrees was beneficial to them during the initial adjustment periods of their employment. Twenty five respondents felt that their gained knowledge was beneficial throughout their employment. The master's degree had enhanced the advancement opportunities of twenty two respondents. Twenty four respondents believed that their master's degrees were responsible for increased salary levels. Five of the forty three respondents expressed dissatisfaction with the standards and procedures for admission to graduate school. Four of the five felt that the Graduate Record Examination should not be required. Respondents were nearly equally divided on whether certification should be a prerequisite for a master's in Business Education. Four respondents suggested that the School offer an MBA, possibly coordinated with the University of Montana. Three respondents felt that too much "red tape" was involved with the graduate program. A majority of respondents felt that individual graduate programs should emphasize business subjects rather than education subjects. Many respondents were dissatisfied with the amount of guidance they had received from their graduate committees. Twenty two respondents preferred a comprehensive exam consisting of a combination of oral and written tests. It is recommended that: guidance activities for graduate students be examined; the administration of the graduate program be reviewed for possible simplification, and; the School of Commerce examine the possible use of the combination form of comprehensive exam.Item Income tax in Montana high schools(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of School of Business, 1977) Kuntz, Ronald LeeThe primary purpose of this study was to evaluate the teaching of income tax in Montana high schools. This evaluation was based upon responses from the various high schools in three areas: (1) General information, (2) Specific information, (3) Curriculum at the high school level. The population of this study included all of the public and non-public high schools in the state of Montana. In answer to the questionnaire, 136 out of 187 responded; this represents an overall response of 72.7 percent. The data was analyzed by the number responding to the individual questions and placing this on a percentage basis. Since every high school educator did not answer each question the percentage was determined by the total number who did answer the particular question analyzed. The conclusions of the study were: (1) Only a minority, or 24 percent of the total school enrollment, are receiving instruction in income tax, (2) The average number of weeks of instruction in income tax is 5.2, (3) Almost every high school educator felt that every Montana high school student should be exposed to income tax, (4) A significant majority of the respondents wanted income tax expanded into the Montana school system; (5) The worst weakness of the income tax course was that there was not enough time allowed to teach it, (6) The main comment was, "that income tax should be a separate class, and all seniors required to take it." The recommendations of the study were: (1) More Montana high school students be exposed to taxes, (2) Expand income tax into the Montana schools, 3) All Montana high school seniors be required to take the course.Item A study of the knowledge possessed by Montana's distributive education teacher-coordinators in the area of the systems approach to learning(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1974) Kruse, Robert Mayer; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinWith heavy emphasis being placed upon the development and implementation of an educational systems approach in distributive education curricula and with the construction of a new state distributive education curriculum in Montana serving as a background, it is the purpose of this study to see how well acquainted Montana's distributive educators are with the systems concept. A systems approach in distributive education curricula involves the systematic integration of all interrelated curriculum components into a unified, coordinated process in order to more efficiently accomplish a set of specific learning goals. This study is interested in finding out how much D. E. personnel in the state know about the systems concept in distributive education curriculum. By determining the level of understanding in this group of teachers positive steps can be taken to provide these people with systems' information. It is vital that Montana's distributive education teachers have an appreciation for and an understanding of learning systems and training in systems management whether they plan to write the new 1974-75 state curriculum, to implement this curriculum in their classrooms, or to simply keep updated in their field.Item An evaluation of the business curriculum at Helena Vocational-Technical Center as determined by a survey of former students(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1974) Harding, Jay; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Daniel G. HertzThe purpose of this research is to determine the relevancy of the present business curriculum at the Helena Vocational-Technical Center. The present course offerings will be evaluated in light of the student respones, and as they compare with other business curriculums throughout Montana and the United States.Item A study to determine the units of instruction taught in distributive education in Montana and the length of time spent on each(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1973) Slaymaker, Donald Ray; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinThe purpose of this study was to determine the units of instruction taught in distributive education in Montana and the length of time spent on each unit. This was to be accomplished through a comparison and analysis by twenty-four (24) distributive education teacher-coordinator' programs in the secondary schools in the state of Montana. The specific purposes of this study were (1) to research and analyze what twelve (12) units of instruction in distributive education are be being taught in Montana, (2) to research and analyze how much time is being spent on each of the 12 units of instruction in distributive education in Montana, (3) to compare the different distributive education programs in, schools in Montana, (4) to develop suggested guidelines from the teacher-coordinators in schools in Montana to be used in developing programs at Montana State University.Item A follow-up study of D. E. graduates from Montana State University from 1965-1971 with the implications for curriculum change(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1972) Stalnaker, Charles; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinThe purpose of this study is to evaluate the curricula used in the preparation of distributive education teacher-coordinators, specifically at Montana State University and generally at other institutions and to determine their relevance and usefulness to the secondary or junior college distributive education teacher-coordinator. The specific goals of the study are (1) to define the present and future needs of distributive education teacher-coordinators; (2) to determine whether these needs are being met by current teacher-preparation curricula; and (3) to suggest specific curriculum changes that would enhance the value of the Distributive Education Option at Montana State University. In defining the present and future needs of distributive education teacher-coordinators , and examining the way in which those needs are being fulfilled, the further goal of arriving at some general recommendations concerning curriculum development and revision nationwide will be realized.Item A follow-up study of the 1967-1968 bookkeeping graduates of the Dalles Senior High School(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1969) Schick, James AlexanderThe problem in this study was the lack of available knowledge concerning the application of bookkeeping by graduates of The Dalles Senior High School who have completed the first-year course in bookkeeping. The need for such information has been demonstrated by the lack of agreement among those responsible for determining the instructional objectives of the course. A follow-up study of the 1967-1968 bookkeeping graduates was conducted to provide that information. The major reason for conducting a follow-up study of the 1967-1968 bookkeeping graduates of The Dalles Senior High School was to determine the application of a course in high school bookkeeping to the selection of a vocation or additional education in preparation for employment.Item Opinions about coordinating techniques for principles of accounting(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1972) Rippingale, Judy Hardy; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Harold H. HolenThe problem was to identify the strong points. the weak points, and any new ideas about the coordination procedures and general course policies for principles of accounting. The purpose of this study was to provide information that might lead to a more efficient coordination of the principles of accounting course. The ways in which this information could aid the people responsible for this course are to: 1. evaluate the strong and weak areas 2. evaluate what other schools are doing 3. evaluate any new ideas presented 4. examine their evaluations for possible improvement of the course 5. make the necessary changes to implement the improvements.Item [A survey to evaluate the effectiveness of the instruction of secretarial/clerical students at Churchill High School](Montana State University - Bozeman, College of School of Business, 1977) Spear, Frank J.The sample chosen for the survey was the cooperative work experience employers in Eugene, Oregon. Seventy-five questionnaires were distributed and a return of 84 percent was received after one distribution and one follow-up phone call. The results provided valuable information which can be used in the instruction of secretarial/clerical students at Churchill High School. The results indicated that the human relations aspect of office work is considered just as important as the specific training they receive in the skill subjects. It was found that shorthand was not a necessary requirement for beginning secretarial clerical jobs and it may decrease in the next five years. Also, shorthand did not necessarily provide promotional opportunities. Typewriting was considered an important aspect of office work and that its importance will increase in the next five years along with records management, accounting, calculating machines and the magnetic tape selectric typewriter. It was found that most firms pay a beginning salary of $400 or more for all types of office work and that some large firms pay $500 or more. Results also indicated that business college, and community college graduates performance ranged from outstanding to excellent while high school performance was average and non high school was inadequate. Based upon the survey findings, several important conclusions were reached: (1) the human relations aspect of office work is very important, (2) typewriting will continue to be important, (3) the importance of shorthand will decrease, and (4) that the high school business education curriculum is meeting and should continue to meet the needs of the cooperative work experience student and employer.