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Pendry, Patricia; Roeter, Stephanie; Smith, Annelise; Jacobson, Sue; Erdman, Phyllis – Journal of Extension, 2013
To explore the efficacy of equine programming to support positive behavioral development of horse-novice youth, researchers examined trajectories of behavioral change of 5-8th grade students as they participate in an equine facilitated learning program. Behaviors were rated and analyzed to examine group trajectories of change. Results indicated…
Descriptors: Student Behavior, Youth Programs, Grade 5, Grade 6
Rizzi, Lorenzo – ProQuest LLC, 2011
The purpose of this study was to provide insight regarding the impact that the alternative to suspension program Achievement Character Excellence (ACE) has on the students who are placed there. The study utilized four achievement indicators to track the level of improvement of students after they were placed in the ACE program and after they were…
Descriptors: Suspension, Program Evaluation, Personality, Program Effectiveness
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McCluskey, Gillean – International Journal on School Disaffection, 2010
This paper explores some key findings from the recent two-year evaluation of a national pilot to introduce Restorative Practices (RP) in Scottish schools. A Restorative approach emphasises the human wish to feel safe, to belong, to be respected and to understand and have positive relationships with others. It recognises the fundamental importance…
Descriptors: Young Adults, Adolescents, Change Strategies, Educational Strategies