Year: 2007
Type: article
Abstract: Going through a doctorate program is rather similar to running a marathon; it requires patience, perseverance as well as intelligence.Along the way, I received much support and assistance, without which this dissertation wouldn't have been possible.I thank my dissertation advisors Ruth Chabay and Bruce Sherwood for their professional guidance.As much as I enjoy their scholarly acumen, I am often amazed to see how their insightful comments can touch a dreadful impasse into a golden Broadway, or tear a seemingly promising idea into broken pieces.Their role of magician during my work has left me a life-long memory.I also owe a great debt to other advisory committee members: Robert Beichner and John Risley.I especially appreciate Robert Beichner's humor, efficiency and timely manner in handling every case I witnessed.His generous support during my research and quick responses to any of my request has been indeed invaluable.
Author: Lin Ding
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W178844736