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50 Years of ERIC
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Wilder, Lynn K.; Obiakor, Festus E.; Algozzine, Bob – Journal of At-Risk Issues, 2003
Discusses the needs of homeless students, especially those with disabilities, suggesting some simple strategies for school personnel to help homeless students maximize their fullest potential (e.g., locating the students and bringing them to school for enrollment, providing transportation to school, offering nutritious meals and clean clothing,…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, High Risk Students, Homeless People
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White, Richard; Marr, Mary Beth; Ellis, Edward; Audette, Bob; Algozzine, Bob – Journal of At-Risk Issues, 2001
Investigated the effectiveness of a school-wide discipline model designed to improve classroom behavior while reducing the extent to which all students, especially those with emotional and behavioral problems, were involved in disciplinary actions. Treatment fidelity data provided support for the integrity of teachers' use of the program. Numbers…
Descriptors: Discipline, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Faculty Development
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Slate, John; Algozzine, Bob; Lockavitch, Joseph F. – Journal of At-Risk Issues, 1998
Evaluates implementation of the "failure free" reading program. Adequate repetition, appropriate sentence structure, and meaningful story content are incorporated in directed instruction, talking software, and print materials. Improvements were noted in attitudes, curriculum-based performance, and standardized tests. (MMU)
Descriptors: High Risk Students, Primary Education, Program Evaluation, Reading Achievement
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Campbell-Whatley, Gloria D.; Obiakor, Festus; Algozzine, Bob – Journal of At-Risk Issues, 1997
Evaluated the effects of a pilot program designed to improve the attendance and academic skills of African-American students at risk. Results with 15 middle school students show improved attendance, fewer suspensions, and better grades in mathematics, English, science, and history. In addition, most participants were promoted to high school. (SLD)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Gains, Attendance, Black Students