Mississippi State University - Reveille Yearbook (Starkville, MS)

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Education Dr. Richard J. Vasek Associate Dean of Instruction Dr. James E. Wall Associate Dean of Research and Curriculum Dr. W. F. Housely Head of Counselor Education Dr. N. G. Amos Head of Curriculum and Instruction Dr. L. Moody Head of Educational Leadership Dr. J. Khatena Head of Educational Psychology Dr. A.J. Moore Paula Miller [ississippi State University has had the honor of having Dr. Arnold J. Moore, a man of unlimited achievements, as the Dean of the College of Education since 1980. He has conducted research in areas such as Cur- riculum and Instruction Theory, modifica- tion of teacher behaviors, and the self- concept of ability to learn. He has held numerous elected positions, consultant posi- tions, and memberships in professional associations. These professional activities combined with his vast publications and accreditations clearly show how strong an asset Dr. Moore is to Mississippi State. Dr. Moore views his chief objective as Dean of the College of Education as ' enhancing the reputation and visibility of MSU. By holding many crucial committee seats, Dean Moore has been extremely suc- cessful at increasing visibility across the United States. The College also offers ' 1 many services to the state through t Research and Curriculum Unit and t Vocational Education and Technology Un Dean Moore predicts a serious shorta of teachers in the future. Due to low enro ment and low salaries, a definite gap will e ist between the number of teachers c manded and the number of graduat available. MSU has had, however, a mc successful placement rate. Last year alo fifty one school districts came to MSU wi employment ™ 3 opportunities. An educator is one who assists someone in acquir- ing a set of competencies which makes it possible for that person to learn. An educate; in Dr. Moon; view, is one wlj systematical assists someone acquiring a set competencies skills which mak it possible for that person to learn. Learni: is a continuous process. A successful stude must first and foremost understand ti concept. 172 — Dean of Education

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Orientation ecome William Johnson — All (Above) Orientation leaders help calm the confusion of pre-registration. (Left) Each group leader opens with a friendly welcome. A Sneak Peek Orientation provided a chance for Mississip- pi State University to aid incoming freshmen and transfer students by helping them adjust to the university ' s surroundings. The main goal of orientation was to help relieve students anxieties and fears about the large university environment. New students were given the opportunity to establish new friendships during orientation. They also became acquainted with the campus and met with academic heads and administrators. Summer orientation consisted of five ses- sions and usually included sessions for parents. In 1983, record attendance was achieved with 1,903 freshmen and transfer students attending summer orientation. A record 842 parents attended. A selected number of students were chosen to be orientation leaders, who aided the assis- tant director in planning orientation. These new student leaders completed a training course which included a three-hour lecture course. The selected students took tests, gave presentations, and learned as much about our university as possible. Orientation — 171

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Improved Performance Improving academic performance, a goal all tudents wish to achieve, is the major purpose )f the Learning Center. While helping students ' Learn How to Learn, faculty and staff nembers are able to define specific needs of in- lividuals as well as groups. By offering a variety )f credit courses and free non-credit services, he Learning Center pinpoints difficulties and vorks toward eliminating them. Credit courses, including Developmental leading, College Reading and Study Skills, Speed Reading, and Introduction to Tutoring ,nd Learning Assistance, are available to, ecommended for, or required for students. : ree non-credit services, some of the most popular being Grammar and Punctuation, Writing Effective Essays, Vocabulary Improve- ment and Math, are offered to any interested student. All classes and labs are designed to in- crease learning efficiency, whether it be for the graduate or undergraduate, four pointer or 1.5 ' er. Yet the Learning Center is not only for students as services are offered to faculty members, too, helping them improve their own skills and their ability to teach. Personal and Learning Support Skills were strengthened on an individual and seminar basis, so students aren ' t the only ones needing assistance. Whoever uses the Learning Center gets a definite benefit; the help they need. Professor W. T. West Head of Music Education Dr. A.J. Mahurin Head of Physical Education, Health Education, and Recreation Dr. B. Stirewalt Head of Vocational Education and Technology Paula Miller — All (Above) Learning Center assistants aid both undergraduates and graduates alike. (Left) Students gain from both the tutorial staff and other students involved with the Learning Center. Learning Center — 173