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A Case Study of the Progressive Impact of School-Wide Positive Behavior Support on Five Selected Student Performance Factors in a Missouri K-12 Alternative Public School
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Becker, Colleen Gilday – ProQuest LLC, 2013
The purpose of this case study was to examine the School-Wide Positive Behavior Support (SWPBS) impact on five selected student performance factors. A literature review revealed there have been many SWPBS research studies regarding traditional public schools. However, there have not been any published empirical SWPBS studies involving K-12…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Behavior Modification, Program Effectiveness, Performance Factors
Perceived Barriers and Enablers to Implementing Individualized Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports in School Settings
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Bambara, Linda M.; Goh, Ailsa; Kern, Lee; Caskie, Grace – Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions, 2012
Identifying factors perceived to either hinder or support the implementation of individualized positive behavior interventions and supports (IPBIS) is essential for promoting sustainable practice. This survey study examined the extent to which school-based professionals (n = 293) experienced barriers and enablers and examined their perceived level…
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Barriers, Program Implementation, Individualized Programs
Smartphone Technology and Apps: Rapidly Changing Health Promotion
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Kratzke, Cynthia; Cox, Carolyn – International Electronic Journal of Health Education, 2012
Despite the increased availability of smartphones and health applications (apps), little is known about smartphone technology and apps for implementation in health promotion practice. Smartphones are mobile devices with capabilities for e-mail, text messaging, video viewing, and wireless Internet access. It is essential for health promotion…
Descriptors: Evidence, Health Promotion, Health Behavior, Behavior Modification
21st Century Community Learning Centers: A Descriptive Evaluation for 2012-2013
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White, Larry J. – West Virginia Department of Education, 2014
This evaluation study provides descriptive information about the implementation and outcomes of the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) program in West Virginia, from September 2012 through May 2013. The report draws on information from online surveys of directors of 30 CCLC programs and from school teachers for 4,102 participating…
Descriptors: Online Surveys, Program Administration, Administrator Surveys, Teacher Surveys
School Social Workers' Perceived Efficacy at Tasks Related to Curbing Suspension and Undesirable Behaviors
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Teasley, Martell L.; Miller, Christina R. – Children & Schools, 2011
This study explores school social workers' perceptions of their ability to successfully engage in practice tasks that reduce the likelihood of school suspension and undesirable behaviors among racial and ethnic groups within diverse geographical locations (urban, suburban, and rural). Using survey research methods with a convenience sample, 201…
Descriptors: Suspension, Student Behavior, Ethnic Groups, School Social Workers
Roles and Responsibilities of Paraprofessionals: In Their Own Words
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Patterson, Karen B. – TEACHING Exceptional Children Plus, 2006
This study focused on the perceptions of paraprofessionals regarding the roles they fulfill while working with children with disabilities in special education and inclusive settings. Students were in grades K-12 and represented a range of disability categories (e.g., autism spectrum disorders, serious emotional disturbance, development…
Descriptors: Educational Needs, Elementary Secondary Education, Semi Structured Interviews, Barriers