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Laura Widstrom

By on September 3, 2013 in Faculty Publications

Widstrom, Laura. “Religious values and the development of trait hope and self-esteem in adolescents.” Journal Of Youth Ministry 12, no. 1 (Fall 2013): 109-112.

Abstract: The article discusses the research which examines the relationships between religious values, self-esteem and trait hope among teenagers. The study involved 640 adolescents from five different Catholic secondary schools. It states that the presence of hope in the lives of these teenagers did not predict the presence of religious values. Also discussed is the significance of the Holy Spirit as the ultimate agent of transformation.

David King

By on August 3, 2013 in Faculty Publications

King, David and Kay Hodges. “Outcomes-Driven Clinical Management and Supervisory Practices with Youth with Severe Emotional Disturbance.” Administration in Social Work 37, no. 3 (2013): 312-324. doi:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/03643107.2012.691080.

Abstract: Data-informed and outcomes-oriented administrative practices are critical for achieving positive consumer results. This article describes a model for program managers and clinical supervisors that utilized a proactive, strengths-based approach, which was supported by a “real-time” outcome management system. Key factors critical to implementing and sustaining data-driven practices are presented.

Thomas Kuntzleman

By on July 26, 2013 in Faculty Publications

Kuntzleman, Thomas S., Dakota J. Mork, Levi D. Norris, and Christopher D. Maniére-Spencer. “Creating and Experimenting with Fire Gel, an Inexpensive and Readily Prepared Insulating Material.” Journal of Chemical Education 90, no. 7 (July 2013): 947–949. doi:10.1021/ed3006506.

Abstract: A method is described to make Fire Gel, an insulating material that consists of water and a superabsorbent polymer. Fire Gel can be used to demonstrate how stunt persons protect themselves from the flame of a fire. A comparison of this Fire Gel demonstration with previously reported flame protection demonstrations allows for instructive discussion. Fire Gel is a useful, easily produced, and inexpensive alternative to the gel described in JCE Classroom Activity #107.

Robbie Bolton

By on April 29, 2013 in Faculty Publications

Bolton, Robbie. “Google Hangouts.” Journal of the Canadian Health Libraries Association 34, no. 1 (2013): 39-40. doi: 10.5596/c13-002

Abstract: The article evaluates Google Hangouts, an application developed as an integrated tool in the Google+ social networking platform.

Lawrence Pfaff

By on April 7, 2013 in Faculty Publications

Pfaff, Lawrence A., Karyn J. Boatwright, Andrea L. Potthoff, Caitlin Finan, Leigh Ann Ulrey, and Daniel M. Huber. “Perceptions of Women and Men Leaders Following 360‐Degree Feedback Evaluations.” Performance Improvement Quarterly 26, no. 1 (2013): 35-56.

Abstract: In this study, researchers used a customized 360-degree method to examine the frequency with which 1,546 men and 721 women leaders perceived themselves and were perceived by colleagues as using 10 relational and 10 task-oriented leadership behaviors, as addressed in the Management-Leadership Practices Inventory (MLPI). As hypothesized, men and women leaders, as well as their supervisors, employees, and peers, perceived women leaders to employ nine of the 10 relational leadership behaviors significantly more frequently than men leaders. Additionally, the employees’ perceptions of their women leaders’ use of task-oriented behaviors were significantly higher when compared to similar assessments from the employees of men leaders. However, the leaders as well as their supervisors and peers perceived men and women leaders’ use of task-oriented behaviors as approximately equal. Broader implications of these findings are discussed.

Thomas Kuntzleman

By on March 13, 2013 in Faculty Publications

Williamson, J. Charles, Thomas S. Kuntzleman, and Rachael A. Kafader. “A Molecular Iodine Spectral Data Set for Rovibronic Analysis.” Journal of Chemical Education 90, no. 3 (March 2013): 383–385. doi:10.1021/ed300455n.

Abstract: This article discusses a dry lab molecular iodine experiment conducted by undergraduate chemistry students at the Spring Arbor University in Michigan. The experiment involved a search by students of an online iodine spectral absorption atlas to find multiple transitions belonging to one of a number of vibronic brands. The authors add the class data were pooled for spectroscopic analysis of both the X and B states. The method used for generating the spectral data set is also described.

Jonathan Rinck

By on March 2, 2013 in Faculty Publications

Rinck, Jonathan. “Pewabic Pottery Among the Peacocks: The Partnership of Charles Lang Freer and Mary Chase Perry-Stratton.” Ceramics: Art & Perception no. 91 (March 2013): 62-64.

Abstract: The peacock room is one of the most well-known products of the 19th century aesthetic movement, perhaps largely because of the story of its creation. American artist James McNeil Whistler painted the room in 1876-1877 which, at the time, belonged to the London home of Frederick Leyland. Although he was only supposed to retouch a botched paint job by a previous artist, Whistler famously gave the room a complete makeover while Leyland was away. Upon his return, Leyland was mortified and fired Whistler, but this did not stop the tenacious Whistler from returning and adding the now famous peacocks on the wall. In 1904, the room (and the Whistler paintings it contained) was acquired by Charles Freer and brought to the US, where it eventually became the centrepiece of the Freer Art Gallery. Freer purchased the room specifically to display his collection of Asian pottery. But Freer also used the room to display the ceramic pottery of Mary Chase Perry- Stratton (1867-1961). In fact, Perry-Stratton’s ceramics were the only works by a contemporary artist that Freer ever displayed in the room. Although the Peacock room is mostly associated with Whistler, Perry-Stratton’s ceramics once assumed a visibly robust presence in their own right.

Kenneth Brewer

By on March 1, 2013 in Faculty Publications

Brewer, Kenneth W. “Rob Bell and John Wesley on the fate of the lost and those who never heard the Gospel.”Wesleyan Theological Journal 48, no. 1 (March 1, 2013): 117-134.

Abstract: Most theologians seek to ground their theology in Scripture. Often, a conflict in interpretation emerges. When this happens, both sides claim that it is there position that is supported by Scripture, while other interpretations are not warranted. And so, the exegetical battle ensures. Recently, Rob Bell critiqued the traditional view of hell and the fate of those who never heard the Christian gospel in his bestselling book, Love Wins. While admittedly not a sophisticated academic treatment, Bell charged that the gospel has been misread and that the biblical images of hell have been taken too literally. He seeks to revise the traditional story-line of the gospel by accenting the love of God, wondering how a God of love could torture people in hell forever. Bell is also disturbed by those who claim that only a few will be saved and by those who know that someone like Gandhi is doomed to an eternal hell without any possibility of redemption.

Kathleen Wilcox

By on January 24, 2013 in Faculty Publications

Wilcox, Kathleen A., Elizabeth Murakami-Ramalho, and Angela Urick. “Just-in-time Pedagogy: Teachers’ Perspectives on the Response to Intervention Framework.” Journal of Research in Reading 36, no. 1 (February 2013): 75–95. doi:10.1111/j.1467-9817.2011.01494.x.

Abstract: The purpose of this mixed methods research is to examine teachers’ perspectives on the response to intervention (RTI) framework and its implementation in Michigan and Texas schools. Both states have been leaders in literacy, increasing preservice and in-service teacher certification standards and developing similar batteries for assessing literacy skills. Using the International Reading Association’s RTI principles, the following question directed this inquiry: what are the perspectives of teachers in various educational, geographic, economic and cultural settings of the RTI? The research was developed through questionnaires, focus groups and semi-structured interviews. Findings revealed that teacher professional development, assessments and collaboration for instruction were highly integrated themes when developing RTI strategies as reforming practice and increasing student literacy. Michigan and Texas teachers were more confident and comfortable in measuring and identifying students with reading difficulties over their ability to prevent learning disabilities through their instruction.

Thomas Kuntzleman

By on November 13, 2012 in Faculty Publications

Kuntzleman, Thomas Scott, Kristen Rohrer, and Emeric Schultz. “The Chemistry of Lightsticks: Demonstrations To Illustrate Chemical Processes.” Journal of Chemical Education 89, no. 7 (2012): 910–916.

Abstract: Lightsticks, or glowsticks as they are sometimes called, are perhaps the chemist’s quintessential toy. Because they are easy to activate and appealing to observe, experimenting with lightsticks provides a great way to get young people interested in science. Thus, we have used lightsticks to teach chemical concepts in a variety of outreach settings and demonstration shows. Although these devices are simple to operate, a working lightstick depends upon a rich array of physicochemical processes. For example, the chemical processes involved in lightsticks include acid–base chemistry, redox reactions, quantum chemistry, and thermodynamics. Consequently, we have used lightstick experiments and demonstrations in general, inorganic, and physical chemistry classes. In this paper, we share some experiments and demonstrations with lightsticks that we have used in these various educational settings.