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Koonce, Danel A.; Harper, Jr., Walter – Journal of Educational and Psychological Consultation, 2005
Although it has been well established that parental involvement in school is linked to positive outcomes for children, there are a myriad of issues that make it challenging for some African American families to engage school personnel in collaborative problem solving (e.g., Hill & Craft, 2003). Some of the barriers that decrease involvement…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Parent Participation, Parent School Relationship, Advocacy
Loewenstein, Arline; And Others – 1981
The second of two reports on the TOPS Program (Teaching Outreach Prevention School), a group work approach for emotionally disturbed elementary students, describes TOPS' parent training and support groups. Reasons for parent groups are discussed, particularly for parents of children with emotional handicaps. Techniques for motivating parents are…
Descriptors: Assertiveness, Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems, Elementary Education
Milar, Christopher R.; Schroeder, Carolyn S. – 1979
This conference presentation describes a six-week intervention training program for parents with children who exhibit negative behavior (noncompliance, temper tantrums, whining). The focus of the program is to increase positive parent-child interaction, as well as to teach parents how to make and follow through on commands to their children.…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Behavior Rating Scales, Child Rearing, Discipline Problems
Ewashen, George, Jr.; And Others – Education Canada, 1988
Describes Calgary's Behavior Intervention Centre (BIC), which provides short and long term counseling and teaching services to disruptive elementary and junior high school students and their parents. Discusses psychological assessment, family counseling, and school reintegration strategies contributing to BIC's 81 percent success rate. (SV)
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems, Counseling Services, Elementary Education
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Kurtz, P. David – Urban Education, 1988
School social workers aid the process of parental involvement with the schools. Parents need services from social workers so their relations with the school will have positive influences on the child's learning. The social and academic adjustment of high risk children depends on this essential link. (VM)
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Divorce, Family Environment, Family Role
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Dawson, Neil; McHugh, Brenda – British Journal of Special Education, 1987
Three case studies of students (aged 8-13) with emotional and behavior problems are presented to illustrate issues in teacher-parent communication difficulties. Teachers' visits to the students' homes were used as part of a family systems approach in successfully devising a method to reinforce behavior change. (JDD)
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems, Case Studies, Counseling Techniques