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Qualitative Analysis Of Adult Perceptions Of Their K-12 Grade Retention, Helena Sibyl King
Qualitative Analysis Of Adult Perceptions Of Their K-12 Grade Retention, Helena Sibyl King
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This study investigated the effects that a K-12 grade retention had on adults who were retained as children. The research was motivated by three research questions: (1) How do adults aged 18-65 who have experienced grade retention describe the effect that a K-12 retention had and possibly continues to have on their lives? (2) How do adults aged 18-65 feel about having been held back in school? (3) How do adults aged 18-65 perceive grade retention overall? Previous studies neglected to examine the emotional implications that retention can have on a child and the possible long-term effects that retention may …