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Direct linkStancliffe, Roger J.; Jones, Edwin; Mansell, Jim; Lowe, Kathy – Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, 2008
Background: Active Support (AS) is an approach for promoting increased engagement in activities by people with intellectual disability (ID). Method: We critically reviewed the available research on AS, and added a commentary to help guide future research and practice. Results: Despite weaknesses in the research design of some studies, there is…
Descriptors: Research Design, Mental Retardation, Caseworker Approach, Individualized Programs
Peer reviewedAnthony, William A.; Jansen, Mary A. – American Psychologist, 1984
Current psychological research data do not support the Social Security Administration's (SSA) decision regarding eligibility for psychiatric disability benefits. Structured work evaluation--a procedure allowed but not endorsed by SSA policies--is the best predictor of a person's ability to work. (CMG)
Descriptors: Mental Disorders, Predictor Variables, Psychological Studies, Public Policy
Stolz, Stephanie B. – 1983
Research-based technologies for solving problems currently exist but are not being widely implemented. Although user variables, program effectiveness, and political considerations have been documented as correlates of implementation, general non-implementation of the technology still exists, due to a lack of methods. A technology of dissemination…
Descriptors: Behavioral Sciences, Diffusion (Communication), Information Dissemination, Information Utilization
Peer reviewedWineburg, Samuel S. – Educational Researcher, 1987
This rejoinder reiterates the author's position that the self-fulfilling prophesy phenomenon can not be proved. Unsuccessful efforts to replicate the "Pygmalion" study are presented. Because replication is essential to proofs in behavioral science research, the phenomenon can not be considered valid to behavioral scientists. (VM)
Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, Children, Disadvantaged, Minority Groups
Peer reviewedWalberg, Herbert J.; Lane, John J. – Studies in Educational Evaluation, 1985
Factors which appear to affect learning are reviewed: student characteristics of age, ability, and motivation; amount and quality of instruction; home and classroom environment; peer influence; television; school and principal effects; and financial expenditures. (GDC)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Administrator Role, Aptitude Treatment Interaction, Elementary Secondary Education
Download full textParkin, Michael; And Others – 1987
Canadian research relevant to French immersion program development in Ontario is reviewed and summarized. The review includes studies on six program or instructional aspects: (1) attitudes and motivation of immersion students and parents; (2) achievement of immersion students in English language arts and other subjects; (3) French proficiency and…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Annotated Bibliographies, Classroom Techniques, Cultural Awareness
