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Creative Space: Collaborative Relationships Between Faculty And Student Affairs Professionals, Melissa Wintrow, Michael Humphrey Oct 2009

Creative Space: Collaborative Relationships Between Faculty And Student Affairs Professionals, Melissa Wintrow, Michael Humphrey

Michael Humphrey

No abstract provided.


Proportional Reasoning 101, Laurie O. Cavey Mar 2009

Proportional Reasoning 101, Laurie O. Cavey

Laurie O. Cavey

No abstract provided.


Concurrent Validity Of Office Discipline Referrals And Cut Points Used In Schoolwide Positive Behavior Support, Kent Mcintosh, Amy L. Campbell, Deborah R. Carter, Bruno D. Zumbo Feb 2009

Concurrent Validity Of Office Discipline Referrals And Cut Points Used In Schoolwide Positive Behavior Support, Kent Mcintosh, Amy L. Campbell, Deborah R. Carter, Bruno D. Zumbo

Deborah Russell Carter

Office discipline referrals (ODRs) are commonly used by school teams implementing school-wide positive behavior support to indicate individual student need for additional behavior support. However, little is known about the technical adequacy of ODRs when used in this manner. In this study, the authors assessed a) the concurrent validity of number of ODRs received with a contemporary standardized behavior rating scale (the BASC-2 Teacher Report Form), and b) the validity of common cut points to determine level of support needed (i.e., 0 to 1, 2 to 5, and 6 or more ODRs). Results indicated strong correlations between ODRs and rating …


Online Learning And Mentors: Addressing The Shortage Of Rural Special Educators Through Technology And Collaboration, Evelyn S. Johnson, Michael J. Humphrey, Keith W. Allred Jan 2009

Online Learning And Mentors: Addressing The Shortage Of Rural Special Educators Through Technology And Collaboration, Evelyn S. Johnson, Michael J. Humphrey, Keith W. Allred

Evelyn S. Johnson

This article describes a promising model in comprehensive special education personnel preparation to support the recruitment and retention of special education teachers in rural areas. The approach draws on several bodies of research to include best practices for teacher education, online service delivery, collaboration among key stakeholders, and the development of strong mentoring and induction programs. The implementation plan, based on evidence-based practice in special education and online learning, is presented. A key element of this plan is developing and maintaining strong relationships among rural districts, the state department of education, and higher education.


Family Strengths Model Interview Forms, Deborah R. Carter, David J. Chard, Juli L. Pool Jan 2009

Family Strengths Model Interview Forms, Deborah R. Carter, David J. Chard, Juli L. Pool

Deborah Russell Carter

No abstract provided.