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Psychology in the Schools

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Brewer, Susan	1
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Sedlak, Robert A.	1

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The Effects of Matching Locus of Control and Presentation Mode in Parent Training.

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Brewer, Susan; And Others – Psychology in the Schools, 1981

Described a behavioral parent training program presented in a manner either congruent or incongruent with participant's locus of control orientation. Interactions between locus of control and presentation mode were formed for management skills and child behavior. Results indicated greater positive attitudinal changes were realized by parents in…

Descriptors: Attitude Change, Behavior Change, Educational Objectives, Locus of Control

Behavioral Features of the Mentally Retarded Adolescent; Implications for Mainstream Educators.

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Schloss, Patrick J.; Sedlak, Robert A. – Psychology in the Schools, 1982

Presents current psychological and educational literature associated with the behavioral characteristics of the mentally retarded adolescent. Discusses empirical constructs including adaptive behavior, motivation, reinforcer effectiveness, locus of control, and social discrimination skills of the mentally retarded. Suggests practical strategies…

Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Adolescents, Behavior Patterns, Classroom Techniques