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The Inkwell, Armstrong State University

The Inkwell

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Sources Of Strength: An Evidence-Based Student-Led Suicide Prevention Program, Tammi Clarke, Cheryl Benefield

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

Sources of Strength is designed to provide both awareness and early prevention as well as to support intervention systems already in place. Although suicide prevention is the primary goal, this program has shown to reduce violence and bullying as well. Through the use of peer leaders, Sources of Strength empowers students to spread hope, help and strength messages utilizing the influence of friendship networks and positive norming. The formula of one part fun, one part sharing and one part planning builds momentum and sustains interest in this peer leader program that is one of the most heavily researched.

During our …

Status Of The Writing Qep, Rob Pirro

Faculty Senate: Index

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Tai Chi Can Improve Postural Stability As Measured By Resistance To Perturbation Related To Upper Limb Movement Among Healthy Older Adults, Jiahao Pan, Cuixian Liu, Shuqi Zhang, Li Li

Health Sciences & Kinesiology: Faculty Publications

Purpose: The aim of the study was to examine the effects of Tai Chi (TC) training on postural control when upright standing was perturbed by upper limb movement.

Methods: Three groups, TC, Brisk walk (BW), and sedentary (SE), of thirty-six participants aged from 65 to 75 years were recruited from local community centers. Participants performed static balance task (quiet standing for 30 s with eyes open and closed) and fitting task (two different reaching distances X three different opening sizes to fit objects through). During tasks, the COP data was recorded while standing on the force plate. Criteria measures calculated …

The George-Anne, Georgia Southern University

The George-Anne

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The Inkwell, Armstrong State University

The Inkwell

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The George-Anne, Georgia Southern University

The George-Anne

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National Youth-At-Risk Conference, West Program [2016], National Youth-At-Risk Conference, West

National Youth-At-Risk Conference, West (Archived)

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My News

My News (2014-2020)

• Homecoming 2016 kicks off today
• Georgia Southern mobilized resources to help those affected by Hurricane Matthew
• Holiday Helper Tree officially opens
• Don’t get ticketed on Homecoming Game Day!
• An eagle-­eyed look at this election season

Newsroom, Georgia Southern University

Newsroom (2006-2023)

• Georgia Southern mobilized resources to help those affected by Hurricane Matthew
• School psychology students deliver supplies for hurricane relief
• Georgia Southern's Military and Veteran Student Center hosts inaugural Veterans Day Ceremony

Disproportionality In Special Education: Current Data And Recommendations, Jasolyn L. Henderson, Paula Freer

Georgia Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference

This presentation will focus on disproportionality in special education in Georgia over the last five years. We will describe what disproportionality is, how it is calculated, and the State Education Agency (SEA) and Local Education Agency (LEA) statutory requirements related to disproportionality determinations. In addition, disproportionality trend data over the last five years will be discussed. The presentation will also describe the initiatives that the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) is implementing to help reduce disproportionality across the state.

In Georgia and across the nation, disproportionality is oftentimes a symptom of ineffective educational policies, practices, and procedures. Reviewing the policies, …

The George-Anne, Georgia Southern University

The George-Anne

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The Inkwell, Armstrong State University

The Inkwell

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College Of Education News, College Of Education, Georgia Southern University

College of Education: News & Publications (2003-2023)

• GERA annual meeting discusses public scholarship to educate diverse democracies

Deanotes, College Of Science And Technology, Armstrong State University

College of Science & Technology Dean's Notes (Archived)

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“Leave Me Alone… Wait, Come Back!” Rubber-Band Relationships With Traumatized Children., Steve B. Parese Ed.D.

National Youth-At-Risk Conference, West (Archived)

Many children and youth in being served as “at-risk” have experienced childhood traumas, and have learned to become relationship-wary. To avoid deeper loss and pain, many have learned to control disappointment by sabotaging relationships. This inspiring workshop explores four self-defeating behaviors, offering valuable insights and skills needed to maintain a helping role with very challenging youth.

Men’S Soccer Welcomes Alumni Back To Statesboro Over The Weekend, Georgia Southern University

Athletics: News & Publications

• Men’s Soccer Welcomes Alumni Back to Statesboro Over the Weekend
• Eagles representing 1980 to 2013 came back for a packed weekend

“Stop That!” Therapeutically Managing Misbehavior In School., Steve B. Parese Ed.D.

National Youth-At-Risk Conference, West (Archived)

Educators and support staff are often called upon to handle serious problem behaviors. It can be tempting to react to all misbehavior with strict discipline, an approach that often alienates at-risk students. This practical, highly interactive workshop first offers staff a logical decision-making model, then explores two psychological sources of problem behaviors, offering specific strategies for each.

College Of Education News, College Of Education, Georgia Southern University

College of Education News

• COE faculty selected for University's first-ever TEDx
• School psychology students deliver supplies for hurricane relief

Chhs News, College Of Health And Human Sciences, Georgia Southern University

College of Health Professions: News & Publications (2012-2023)

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College Of Education News, College Of Education, Georgia Southern University

College of Education: News & Publications (2003-2023)

• COE faculty selected for University's first-ever TEDx
• School psychology students deliver supplies for hurricane relief

Health & Kinesiology News, Georgia Southern University

Health Sciences & Kinesiology: News & Publications (2015-2023)

• Georgia Southern M.S. Degrees Ranked Nationally

Kids These Days, Steve B. Parese Ed.D.

National Youth-At-Risk Conference, West (Archived)

Troubled youth often have difficulty with peers and authority figures -- difficulties sure to cause problems in the workplace. This highly interactive workshop explains why at-risk youth and young adults have trouble adjusting to the culture of the workplace, and offers strategies for teaching them how to work through workplace problems, rather than blowing them out of proportion.

College Of Education News, College Of Education, Georgia Southern University

College of Education News

• School psychology students recognized at state conference

College Of Education News, College Of Education, Georgia Southern University

College of Education: News & Publications (2003-2023)

• School psychology students recognized at state conference

Are We Smart Enough To Know How Smart Animals Are?, Frans De Waal

Norman Fries Distinguished Lectureship Series (2002-2022)

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Newsroom, Georgia Southern University

Newsroom (2006-2023)

• Georgia Southern to host first TEDxGeorgiaSouthernUevent
• Georgia Southern M.S. Degrees Ranked Nationally

College Of Education News, College Of Education, Georgia Southern University

College of Education News

• COE student group joins hurricane relief initiative for Savannah

College Of Education News, College Of Education, Georgia Southern University

College of Education: News & Publications (2003-2023)

• COE student group joins hurricane relief initiative for Savannah

College Of Education News, College Of Education, Georgia Southern University

College of Education: News & Publications (2003-2023)

• B.S.Ed. in Secondary Education to return in Fall 2017
• COE to offer new master's degree that focuses on teaching diverse student populations
• Revised master's in educational leadership accepted first cohort this fall
• COE to offer new M.Ed. in Evaluation, Assessment, Research, and Learning
• MAT Early Childhood Education program now accepting applications
• COE names 2016 Jack Miller Award recipients
• College of Education welcomes new faculty