Dr. William Allan Kritsonis, PhD Dissertation Chair for Dr. Donald Ray Brown, Jr., PhD Program in Educational Leadership, PVAMU, Member of the Texas A&M University System.
Dr. Donald Ray Brown, Jr., PhD Dissertation Defense, Dr. William Allan Kritsonis, Dissertation Chair/Major Professor
1. REDUCING RECIDIVISM RATES FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN MALES ENROLLED IN MIDDLE SCHOOL DISCIPLINARY ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS A Dissertation Defense by DONALD RAY BROWN, JR. Dissertation Chair William Allan Kritsonis, PhD PhD Program in Educational Leadership
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10. Theories Guiding the Study Reciprocal Determinism Symbolization Logic Abstract Thought Problem Solving Social & Cultural Influence Bandura Piaget
Good morning my name is Mr. Brown and today we will discuss how you can get in the zone by making right choices
Can any one tell us what they are?
To begin with class. Let me ask you this question what does the word choice mean? The dictionary defines the word as: Now class what does this mean to us: Students this means that we have the power to choose
RQ1-RQ4 are guided by Bandura, reciprocal determinism, RQ1 and RQ4 Piaget Logic, Abstract thought and problem solving Specifically, Bandura’s Social Learning Theory components of reciprocal determinism and symbolizing (Bandura, 1986); along with Piaget’s Formal Operational Stage of Cognitive Development Theory concepts of logic, abstract thought and problem solving were used as a foundation to this research (Wadsworth, 2003). These concepts help to address the underlying rationale for the research questions of this study In the middle of the model
Example: Attitudes of disrespected staff impact interactions with those who are in trouble for being disrespectful. Fostered in the environment, attitudes and program structure of the DAEP
Fostered in the social skills training and curriculum and program structure of the DAEP
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When Parental Education Training is in place African American male recidivism rates are lower. If the training is not in place, then recidivism rates are higher. The Parental Education Training is a strong predictor of African American male recidivism rates.
Of the participant schools in this study, program structure models that were implemented consistently included point systems, restrictive environments, and a focus on improving social skills. Most respondents answered this question in general terms as described above. Quantitative findings and reoccurring themes indicate that program structure models that incorporate parental involvement mentoring and individual counseling positively affect African American male middle school students.
Regarding identified aspects of parental involvement and African American male student’s recidivism rates, most respondents indicated that it was important to educate parents regarding the expectations of DAEP placement during the initial placement period. Parent education training such as, being well informed on gang related behaviors, signs of addiction /drug abuse, current trends and ways parents can support their student (i.e. routines for completing home work, creating dialog with your child
None of the respondents identified a specific social skills curriculum, but rather, indicated the use of various techniques and philosophies focus on improving social interactions, decision making and communication. The common responses regarding the incorporation of social skills curriculum and training included mentoring and individual counseling – both of which focus on building, maintaining and practicing appropriate relationships.
These trainings can be advantageous skills to educators who deal with a room full of students who have disciplinary problems. Further, educators who feel competent utilizing these skills consistently during their teaching can practice brief interventions with African American males who seem to benefit from the one to one intervention model.
Teachers should be selected who score well on the TSES prior to placement.
This participation should encourage a smoother transition process for the student and both campuses, as all aspects involved in the education experience of the student are motivated and involved in the DAEP placement and the efforts to deter recidivism.