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Cullen, Francis T.; Sreberny, Annabelle – 1976
The labeling theory of deviance is used as a basis from which to comment on the dynamics of the labeling process in schools in general. Several research studies have demonstrated the self-fulfilling prophecy of labeling techniques. Four types of behavior can be distinguished: behavior that breaks a rule and is labeled as deviant; behavior that…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Patterns, Behavior Theories, Behavioral Science Research
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Henderson, Wilson; Glynn, Ted – Educational Psychology, 1986
Investigates the effects of pause prompt and praise feedback procedures for teacher trainees working with parent tutors of reading. Indicates that (1) trainees used intrusive prompts when asked to help parents in any way they could to implement the procedures and (2) following training trainees used much less intrusive prompts. (JD)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Elementary Education, Feedback, Parent Participation
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Sandford, Donald A.; Elzinga, Rob H. – Australia and New Zealand Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 1987
The domain scores of the Adaptive Behavior Scale were analyzed to investigate the factorial dimensions of problem behaviors of 106 behavior-disordered adolescents and young adults with borderline intelligence. Four major factors were identified: two identified in other studies (functional autonomy and behavior disorder), and two unique to this…
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Adolescents, Behavior Disorders, Behavior Patterns
Diezmann, Carmel M.; Watters, James J. – 1996
This paper presents a case study of Aaron, a 9-year-old Australian gifted student who has exhibited an outstanding interest and knowledge in science and mathematics, while at the same time displaying unusual behavioral and learning characteristics typified by inconsistent performance of many routine tasks. Aaron attends a moderately sized…
Descriptors: Ability Identification, Behavior Patterns, Case Studies, Cognitive Development
Beland, Kathy – 1997
"Second Step" is a series of curricula for preschool through junior high/middle school students that addresses the issue of interpersonal violence among adolescents. It is designed to reduce their impulsive and aggressive behavior while increasing their levels of social competence through empathy training, interpersonal problem solving,…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Aggression, Behavior Patterns, Curriculum Guides
Williamson, G. Gordon; Anzalone, Marie E. – 2001
Some children require a great deal of assistance to overcome difficulties in taking in and responding to information from their senses, and to achieve the levels of self-regulation they need to interact with and explore the world around them. This monograph, targeted to a wide array of disciplines from the medical, therapeutic, educational, mental…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Arousal Patterns, Attention Control, Behavior Patterns
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Andrade, Sally J. – Hispanic Journal of Behavioral Sciences, 1982
Variables of sex, ethnicity, social class, and race continue to be confounded in social science research on Mexican American families. Analysis of the stereotypic images of Chicanas (as submissive maternal figures) generates policy recommendations to bicultural research institutions for vigorous affirmative action programs to recruit and promote…
Descriptors: Acculturation, Behavior Patterns, Cultural Differences, Educational Attainment
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Howell, Frank M.; And Others – Rural Sociology, 1981
Findings using data from the Southern Youth Study indicate net race and sex differences in values toward family, work, education, and residence which are not due to social origins; values for those four social objects tend to significantly direct both adolescent attitude formation and early adult behavior. (Author/CM)
Descriptors: Achievement Need, Adolescents, Adoption (Ideas), Aspiration
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Khan, Kanwar Habib; Cangemi, Joseph P. – Education, 1979
The paper defines and discusses various social learning theories. Central to most theories of how an individual acquires socially acceptable behaviors are the processes of imitation, or observational learning, and identification, or modeling. The effectiveness of each process is noted. (SB)
Descriptors: Behavior Development, Behavior Patterns, Cultural Differences, Identification (Psychology)
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Pugh, Gill – Adoption & Fostering, 1996
Examines different ways the experience of fostering can affect the biological children of foster families. Emphasizes the importance of considering the needs of the whole family when making placements, of addressing the needs of those children at an early stage, and of making sure the children are listened to and always have access to support. (AA)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Child Welfare, Childhood Attitudes, Childhood Needs
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Yamaguchi, Barbara J.; Strawser, Sherri; Higgins, Kyle – Intervention in School and Clinic, 1997
Reviews the definition and demographics of homeless students; the effects of homelessness on developmental, psychological, behavioral, and academic growth; the legal mandates regarding homeless students; and barriers to education. Recommendations for fostering success for homeless students are offered. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Access to Education, Behavior Patterns, Child Development
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Kaynama, Shohreh A.; Smith, Louise W. – Journal of Marketing for Higher Education, 1996
A study found that using consumer behavior and decision models to guide students to a major can be useful and enjoyable for students. Students consider many of the basic parameters through multi-attribute and decision-analysis models, so time with professors, who were found to be the most influential group, can be used for more individual and…
Descriptors: Academic Advising, Behavior Patterns, College Administration, College Faculty
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Corno, Lyn – Mid-Western Educational Researcher, 1995
Considers recent investigations of conditions that promote forward-thinking in young people and their realization of personal goals. Discusses environmental affordance, environmental press, mediational strategies, consequence management, and resources for coping. Suggests ways educators may help individuals develop potentials for foresight and…
Descriptors: Behavior Development, Behavior Patterns, Behavior Theories, Coping
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Wentzel, Kathryn R. – Journal of Educational Psychology, 1994
Relations of social-goal pursuit to social acceptance by teachers and peers, prosocial and irresponsible classroom behavior, and perceived support from teachers and peers were examined for 475 sixth and seventh graders. Findings reflected, in part, significant relationships between social-goal pursuit and displays of social behavior. (SLD)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Goal Orientation
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Davis, Susan S.; Davis, Douglas A. – Journal of Youth and Adolescence, 1995
Data were collected on the media exposure of between 64 and 101 Moroccan adolescents and their use of media images in social behavior, choice of mate, and career aspirations. Although males had more exposure to Western media, both sexes were eager to reconcile traditional Islamic and contemporary media-relayed values. (SLD)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Behavior Patterns, Career Choice
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