The role of the university partnership center in transforming St. Petersburg College to a four-year college : a case study

Material Information

Title:
The role of the university partnership center in transforming St. Petersburg College to a four-year college : a case study
Series Title:
Barry University Dissertations -- School of Education
Creator:
Hafner, Lars Andrew
Place of Publication:
Miami, Fla.
Publisher:
Barry University
Publication Date:
Language:
English
Physical Description:
viii, 114 leaves ; 28 cm

Thesis/Dissertation Information

Degree Disciplines:
Education

Notes

Abstract:
This study focused on the University Partnership Center (UPC) at St. Petersburg College and how it was the impetus for changing St. Petersburg College (SPC) from a two-year college to a four-year college. The method used to explore this phenomenon was qualitative research in the case study tradition. The sample was comprised of five purposively selected leaders who were directly involved in the creation of the UPC at SPC. Data was collected through the use of structured interviews, including the use of open-ended questions as well as a review of other pertinent documentation. Data analysis procedures and methods verification in the case study tradition were followed. The data collected was analyzed through the use of coding, triangulation, and interpretation by the researcher. Findings were presented in response to the research question. Through use of deep, rich descriptions, I sought to produce knowledge while establishing trustworthiness, credibility, and transferability within this qualitative study.
Thesis:
Thesis (Ph.D.)--Barry University, 2006.
Bibliography:
Includes bibliographical references (leaves 96-105).

Record Information

Source Institution:
Barry University
Holding Location:
Barry University Archives and Special Collections
Rights Management:
Copyright Lars Andrew Hafner.. Permission granted to Barry University to digitize, archive and distribute this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder.
Resource Identifier:
LB2805.H34 2006_HafnerLars ( BU-Local )
Classification:
LB2805.H34 2006 ( lcc )

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