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Peer reviewedRentfrow, Robert K.; And Others – Psychology in the Schools, 1975
This study used a small sample in an intensive evaluation of a nationally disseminated Head Start program. Program-specific goals were quantitatively assessed by the use of subtests from the newly developed McCarthy Scale of Children's Abilities and by two innovative classroom observation schedules. (Author)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Classroom Observation Techniques, Preschool Education, Program Evaluation
Peer reviewedOakland, Thomas; Williams, Fern C. – Psychology in the Schools, 1975
Examines the effectiveness of peer tutors as a means of facilitating the reading achievement of other children reading below their grade placement. (Author)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Peer Teaching, Program Evaluation, Reading Achievement
Peer reviewedRosen, Catherine E. – Psychology in the Schools, 1977
Students in an experimental and a control high school were compared in the fall and spring on their locus of control scores. An Open Campus policy was instituted in the experimental school. The experimentals increased significantly more than controls in internal control. (Author)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Environmental Influences, High School Students, Locus of Control
Peer reviewedScott, Ralph – Psychology in the Schools, 1976
This study compared third-grade achievement test scores of participants in Vertical Home Start (VHS), a preschool individualized program for children from 2 to 5 years of age. Results indicate that, especially for black children, home-based preschool enrichment may more effectively promote growth in math and basic skills areas. (Author)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Tests, Early Childhood Education, Educational Research
