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Peer reviewedCaliste, E. R. – Adolescence, 1984
Assessed the effectiveness of a 12-week intervention program on potential dropouts (N=55). The results revealed that the experimental intervention did impact significantly on retention and absence rates, but student attitudes were not significantly affected. Results pose serious questions concerning the generalizations of the self-concept to…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Dropout Prevention, High School Students, High Schools
