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Codding, Robin S.; Chan-Iannetta, Lisa; George, Shauna; Ferreira, Kristine; Volpe, Robert – School Psychology Quarterly, 2011
The purpose of this study was to use multilevel modeling to compare the effects of KPALS alone and combined with goal setting and reinforcement to a control condition on early numeracy performance of 96 kindergarteners. Demographic variables were examined as moderators. Results differed according to early numeracy measure, with both versions of…
Descriptors: Control Groups, Academic Achievement, Numeracy, Goal Orientation
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Lane, Kathleen Lynne; Kalberg, Jemma Robertson; Mofield, Emily; Wehby, Joseph H.; Parks, Robin J. – Remedial and Special Education, 2009
This study examined outcomes associated with participation in a program, Preparing for the ACT, designed to enhance student performance (N = 126) on the ACT college entrance exam. This targeted intervention was implemented as part of a three-tiered model of positive behavior support. Results of descriptive analyses revealed that only academic…
Descriptors: Quasiexperimental Design, Intervention, Academic Achievement, Program Effectiveness
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Flay, Brian R.; Allred, Carol G. – American Journal of Health Behavior, 2003
Used a matched-schools design, school-level achievement, and disciplinary data to evaluate the effectiveness of the elementary-level Positive Action program on students' performance and behavior over time. Results indicated that program participation improved student behavior, school involvement, and academic achievement into high school. The…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adolescent Development, Child Development, Elementary Secondary Education