29th National Agricultural Education
Research Conference

December 11, 2002
Las Vegas, Nevada
Accepted Papers with Discussant Remarks

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A Content Analysis of Agricultural Education Research Within the University Setting: Focusing Research Efforts at Michigan State University
Brian Matchett, Michigan State University
David Krueger, Michigan State University
Michael Woods, Michigan State University
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4-H Youth Development Extension Agents’ Attitudes Towards Volunteer Management Competencies
Jacqueline Hange, New Mexico State University
Brenda Seevers, New Mexico State University
Dawn VanLeeuwen, New Mexico State University

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Competencies for Leaders of Volunteers During the Next Decade: A National Delphi Study
Barry Boyd, Texas A & M University

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Exploring Cooperation and Collaboration Between Secondary Agricultural Educators and Extension Faculty in the State of Florida
Kristina Grage, University of Florida
John Ricketts, University of Florida
Nick Place, University of Florida
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Job Satisfaction of Agricultural Teachers in Georgia and Selected Variables Indicating Their Risk of Leaving the Teaching Profession
Peter Bennett, Effingham County High School
Maynard Iverson, University of Georgia
Fredrick Rohs, University of Georgia
Christine Langone, University of Georgia
M. Craig Edwards, Oklahoma State University
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Relationship of Supervision with Job Satisfaction and Retention of High School Agriculture Teachers
Moreetsi Thobega, Iowa State University
Greg Miller, Iowa State University
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Modeling Higher Order Thinking in Teacher Preparation: Relationships Between Objectives, Classroom Discourse, & Assessments
Anna Ball, University of Illinois
Bryan Garton, University of Missouri - Columbia
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University Admission Criteria and Learning Style: Predictors of Agriculture Students’ Academic Performance and Degree Completion
Bryan Garton, University of Missouri - Columbia
Anna Ball, University of Illinois
Weston Walker, University of Missouri - Columbia
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Predictors of Intent to Enroll in a Distance Education Master’s Degree Program in Agricultural and Extension Education
Elizabeth Wilson, North Carolina State University
Gary Moore, North Carolina State University
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A Comparison of Distance Education Competencies Delivered Synchronously and Asynchronously
Kim Dooley, Texas A & M University
James Lindner, Texas A & M University
Lance Richards, Texas A & M University
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A Mixed-Methods Study of Undergraduate Dispositions Towards Thinking Critically About Biotechnology
Lisa Lundy, University of Florida
Tracy Irani, University of Florida
John Ricketts, University of Florida
Emily Eubanks, University of Florida
Rick Rudd, University of Florida
Maria Gall0-Meagher, University of Florida
Stephen Fulford, University of Florida
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Analysis of Distance Education Research Presented at the National Agricultural Education Research Meetings (1992-2001)
Linda Moody, University of Nebraska
Jolene Schauer, University of Nebraska
Susan Fritz, University of Nebraska
James King, University of Nebraska
S. Kay Rockwell, University of Nebraska
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Perseverance of Agricultural Education Educators by Academic Attainment
James Rogers, Texas A & M University
Christine Townsend, Texas A & M University
James Lindner, Texas A & M University
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Characteristics of Effective Agriculture Teachers
T. Grady Roberts, University of Florida
James Dyer, University of Florida
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A Comparison of Personal Factors, Environmental Factors, and Student Teachers’ Efficacy Between Two Agricultural Education Student Teacher Programs
Neil Knobloch, University of Illinois
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The Induction of Novice Teachers: A Study of First-Year Agriculture Teachers in Missouri
Bradley Greiman, Louisiana State University
Weston Walker, Stockton High School
Robert Birkenholz, The Ohio State University
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Factors Related to Integration of Technology Into the Teaching-Learning Process in Agriscience Education Programs
Joe Kotrlik, Louisiana State University
Donna Redmann, Louisiana State University
Bruce Douglas, Louisiana State University
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Does the “Digital Divide” Exist for Agricultural Science Students?
Jacquelyn Deeds, Mississippi State University
Gary Jackson, Mississippi State University
Walter Taylor, Mississippi State University
Kirk Swortzel, Mississippi State University
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Attitudes Toward and Stages of Adoption of Information Technology by Agri-Science Teachers in Texas
Steve Fraze, Texas Tech University
Davin Fraze, Texas Tech University
Matt Baker, Texas Tech University
Lance Keith, West Texas A & M University
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Differences in Computer Experiences, Computer Self-Efficacy, and Computer Knowledge of Undergraduate Students Entering a Land-Grant College of Agriculture by Gender and Year
Donald Johnson, University of Arkansas
George Wardlow, University of Arkansas
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Returning To Our Roots - The Engaged Institution: Perceptions of College of Agriculture Faculty, Staff and Administrators
Michael Woods, Michigan State University
B. Lynn Jones, Iowa State University
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Teacher Burnout in Agricultural Education
Barry Croom, North Carolina State University
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Written Communication Competencies: Strength and Weaknesses of Agricultural Education Graduate Students
James Lindner, Texas A & M University
Tim Murphy, Texas A & M University
Gary Wingenbach, Texas A & M University
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Assessing Research Capacity in Agricultural Education: A Departmental and Disciplinary View
Bradley Greiman, Louisiana State University
Robert Birkenholz, The Ohio State University
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Recruitment Strategies and Activities Used by Agriculture Teachers
Brian Myers, University of Florida
James Dyer, University of Florida
Lisa Breja, Iowa State University
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Learning Styles and Leadership Adaptability of College of Agriculture Students
Lori Moore, University of Florida
James Dyer, University of Florida
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Factors Influencing College Choice of Agriculture Students College-Wide Compared With Students Majoring In Agricultural Education
Shannon Washburn, University of Florida
Bryan Garton, University of Missouri - Columbia
Paul Vaughn, University of Missouri - Columbia
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Agricultural Youth Organizations and University Learning Communities: The Impact on Agriculture Students’ Academic Performance and Degree Completion
Anna Ball, University of Illinois
Bryan Garton, University of Missouri - Columbia
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Perceptions of Oregon Science Teachers Regarding the Integration of Science into the Agricultural Education Curriculum
Brian Warnick, Oregon State University
Greg Thompson, Oregon State University
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Agricultural Systems Management Related Industry Perceptions of Knowledge and Skill Needs for Beginning Managers in West Texas
Kyle McGregor, Tarleton State University
Steve Fraze, Texas Tech University
Matt Baker, Texas Tech University
Chad Davis, Texas Tech University
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Identifying and Prioritizing Agricultural and Natural Resources Curriculum Needs of Nebraska Secondary Schools
Linda Moody, University of Nebraska
Susan Fritz, University of Nebraska
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Rural Elementary Students’ Understandings of Agricultural Science and Education Benchmarks Related to Food Spoilage
Deanna Meischen, Iowa State University
Cary J. Trexler, University of California - Davis
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Gatekeeping Decisions of Arkansas Daily Newspaper Editors in Publishing Agricultural News
D. Dwayne Cartmell II, Oklahoma State University
James Dyer, University of Florida
Robert Birkenholz, The Ohio State University
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An Assessment of Program Factors Influencing California FFA Proficiency Award Participation
Matthew Portillo, Murray State University
James White, Oklahoma State University
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Critical Curricular Need of Emotional Intelligence in Agricultural Education
Cindy Akers, Texas Tech University
Keri Miller, Texas Tech University
Steve Fraze, Texas Tech University
Jacqui Haygood, Texas Tech University
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Associated Press Wire Service Coverage of Agricultural Issues
Jacqui Haygood, Texas Tech University
Scarlett Hagins, Kansas Livestock Association
Cindy Akers, Texas Tech University
Lance Keith, West Texas A & M University
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Assessing the Educational Interests of Secondary-level Agricultural Teachers and Agricultural Extension Agents in Georgia: Implications for the Delivery of Educational Programming at a Distance
M. Craig Edwards, Oklahoma State University
Bryan McLucas, University of Georgia
Gary Briers, Texas A & M University
Fredrick Rohs, University of Georgia
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Doc@Distance: Immersion, Instructional Design and Interactions
Kim Dooley, Texas A & M University
Kathleen Kelsey, Oklahoma State University
James Lindner, Texas A & M University
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Authenticated Writing Competencies of Agricultural Education Graduate Students: A Comparison of Distance and On-Campus Students
Tim Murphy, Texas A & M University
James Lindner, Texas A & M University
Kathleen Kelsey, Oklahoma State University
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The Effects of Delivery Mode Upon Survey Response Rate and Perceived Attitudes of Texas Agri-Science Teachers
Steve Fraze, Texas Tech University
Kelly Hardin, Allen ISD
Todd Brashears, Texas Tech University
Jacqui Haygood, Texas Tech University
James Smith, Texas Tech University
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Factors that Influence African-American Students not to Enroll in Secondary Agricultural Courses and not to Pursue Agricultural Related Careers as a Profession
Thomas Dobbins, Clemson University
Donnie King, Clemson University
Philip Fravel, Clemson University
William Keels, Clemson University
Carrie Covington, Pendelton High School
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Rural Elementary Students’ Understandings of Agricultural and Science education Benchmarks Related to Meat and Livestock
Deanna Meischen, Iowa State University
Cary J. Trexler, University of California - Davis
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Diversity in Agricultural Education: A Synthesis of Research
Michael Woods, Michigan State University
Eddie Moore, Michigan State University
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Profiling Women in Agricultural and Extension Education
Brenda Seevers, New Mexico State University
Billye Foster, University of Arizona
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Teaching Competencies of Agricultural Education Program Graduates
Thomas Dormody, New Mexico State University
Robert Torres, University of Missouri - Columbia
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Student Misbehavior in Agricultural Education
Barry Croom, North Carolina State University
Gary Moore, North Carolina State University
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A Model for the Enhancement of Creative Thinking Targeting Students Enrolled in Higher Education Programs of Agriculture
Matt Baker, Texas Tech University
Rick Rudd, University of Florida
Carol Pomeroy, University of Florida
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The Current Status of Preservice Agricultural Education Programs in the United States
Harry Boone, Jr., West Virginia University
  "A Snapshop of Agricultural Education Research"
Vernon Luft, University of Nevada - Reno