Primary Prevention in Appalachian Kentucky: Peer Reinforcement of Classroom Attendance.

Noonan, J. Robert; Thibeault, Robert

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Publication Date: 1974

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Primary Prevention in Appalachian Kentucky: Peer Reinforcement of Classroom Attendance

Noonan, J. Robert; Thibeault, Robert

Journal of Community Psychology, 2, 3, 260-264, Jul 74

Peers chosen on the basis of their popularity and positive involvement in the educational process were found to be effective enhancers of attendance for chronic absentees. The judicious use of situational and interpersonal reinforcement can modify a student's behavior even in a region as indifferent to education as Appalachia. (EH)

Descriptors: Attendance, Behavior Change, Dropout Prevention, Peer Relationship, Peer Teaching, Social Reinforcement

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