This study investigated the utility of the Study of Health and Activity in Preschool Environments (SHAPES) conceptual model, which targeted physical activity (PA) behavior in preschool children, by examining the relationship between implementation monitoring data and child PA during the school day. We monitored implementation completeness and…

Three levels of evaluation that can be used in the assessment of educational products and processes are: 1) Unvalidated Form of Experience, 2) Validated Form of Experience, 3) Direct Performance Evaluation. Each of these evaluation models is described in detail, and factors involved in selection of the evaluation model are discussed. (MS)

The paper reviews various difficulties inherent in clinical treatment and assessment of behavior management problems. The rationale for the development of in situ management programs in homes and schools is described. Problems in non-participant observation are reviewed as a rationale for the development of automated audio-video devices. A…

The efficiency of the theoretical planning model FACT for modifying the teaching behavior of elementary school interns is evaluated. Results indicate that FACT may be useful in this regard, and thus may bridge the gap between the instruction received in teacher colleges and the teaching of the graduates. (MS)