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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

I must thank my wonderful wife, Tina and two sons, Taylor and Byron for putting up
with me during the last few years while I completed my study. They have endured many irritable
moods on my part during the process. They have sacrificed much in order for me to achieve my
goals. Also, I would like to acknowledge my parents and my late father-in-law, Dr. Bill Jones and
mother-in-law, Nell Jones. Dr. Jones and Ms. Jones valued education more than any two people I
have ever known.
Secondly, I must express my sincere gratitude to Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent
School District's Board of Trustees, Dr. Annette Griffin, Superintendent, and the many staff
members who supported me during the completion of this degree and dissertation. I would like to
thank Dr. Doug Shouse for his constant encouragement and Dr. Charles Cole for his editing
skills.
I would like to express my appreciation to Dr. Bill Camp, Dr. Carrie Ausbrooks,
and Dr. Mark Mortensen for their comments during this process. The quality was
improved after each suggestion and revision. Also, my thanks to the Educational
Administration Department and the Computer Education and Cognitive Systems
Department at the University of North Texas for preparing me for the completion of this
degree. Many outstanding professors helped prepare me for this high degree.
Finally, I would add that I am forever grateful to all who helped me achieve this
goal. I would never be able to list all the people that have assisted me in this quest, but I
am truly thankful to them all. I hope that I can return the kindness and support to others

who may need it.