There are several methods of delivery for school-based interventions depending on the population that they wish to affect, which can result in varying levels of effectiveness. They can be delivered universally or can be targeted towards students identified as at-risk for particular disorders or problem behaviors (Franklin et al. 2012). In universal interventions, all students participate in the intervention, regardless of their level of risk. For example, Bierman et al. (2010) performed a study on a universal SEL program called Fast Track PATHS (Promoting Alternative Thinking Strategies), which was delivered to all students in the first through the third grade. Teachers received training and continued coaching to integrate SEL into their curriculum …show more content…
Spence and Shortt (2007) assert that universal interventions to prevent depression in children and adolescents, specifically those without more specialized intervention components are ineffective because of their short-term nature and lack of in-depth intervention. In their meta-analysis, Werner-Seider et al. (2017) found that universal depression prevention programs had smaller effect sizes 12-months post-test than more targeted interventions. There was no significant difference in effect sizes in anxiety prevention studies. However, Pössel, Horn, Groen, and Hautzinger (2004) assert that universal depression prevention programs may not show strong effect sizes because of the nature of depressive symptomology. Universal prevention programs target all students, and therefore many students who are participating in the prevention program are not actively depressed at the time of the intervention and may be protected from episodes of depression in the future (Pössel et al., 2004). In comparison, more targeted interventions may show stronger effect sizes because all students identified to receive the intervention have been identified as being at-risk, thus the reduction in their depressive symptoms will be more readily apparent than in universal prevention …show more content…
This method is called Response to Intervention, or RtI, which is a three-tiered intervention with universal supports at tier one, and more targeted supports at tiers two and three (Franklin et al., 2012). Some school-based interventions employ universal supports in tier one, while others use tier two and tier three supports to provide more targeted intervention and prevention services to children who are identified as at-risk. A study by Cheny, Flower, and Templeton (2008) revealed that RtI is an effective method for identifying students at-risk for emotional and behavioral disorders and at preventing these disorders. RtI methods help school officials to identify students who are at-risk for developing disorders early and providing these students with resources to prevent them from
1. You have been instructed of the great importance of using evidence based practice in everyday treatment. Give one example of an evidence-based intervention that you have used thus far. How did you make this intervention occupation-based, as well? If you don't feel that this applies to your FW rotation thus far, why not?
Gance-Cleveland and Mays (2008), conducted a pre and post-intervention finding a difference in coping, health outcomes, and resiliency during a 14 week, 60 minute peer group sessions for students in grades 9-12. Researchers discovered a difference in male and female student response to the intervention. Griffin and Botvin (2010) conducted a 40 minute life skills trainings as a school-based support groups. Students were categorized into three types: social resistance skills training, normative education, and competence enhancement skills training among youth in the school
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood disorder, impacting about 5% of children worldwide (Prasad et al., 2013). Typically children diagnosed with ADHD display symptoms such as hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattention. These characteristics usually lend themselves to challenges in school and academic achievement. Children with ADHD are more likely to underachieve in school, to complete less work and receive lower grades (Prasad et al., 2013). With such an impact on educational achievement, it is important to find the most effective and beneficial interventions to aid students.
But in order for these to be implemented, different materials are often necessary to teach certain topics in a way that will be beneficial and effective for students. Most often these materials come from the teachers themselves or donations, making it a challenge to obtain. Schools should be able to provide these resources for their educators as they are necessary in facilitating and supporting the education of ELL
According to the world health organisation 50 percent of mental illnesses begin by the age of 14, that’s why there are organisation such as the kids helpline dedicated to helping and counselling young people(Kids Helpline, 2016). The Kids Helpline is a free, 24 hour counselling service for young individuals between the age the 5-25, within this organisation 's kids are able to talk to experienced and trained counsellors who offer sessions though the phone, email and over the web (Kids Helpline, 2016) (appendix 1). These experienced counsellors all together respond to 4,500 calls a day, in regards to a range of issues that young people are having (kids helpline, 2016). The organisation 's main aim is to “empower young people by assisting them to develop and create positive relationships” they have helped millions of children and is a critical organisation in relation to kids physical, mental and social well being (Kids Helpline, 2016).
The Penn Resilience Program: Check plagiarism and paperrater The Penn Resilience Program (PRP) was developed to help combat the increased percentage of depressed individuals in society. The roots of the program come from resilience training for soldiers, learned optimism, and cognitive behavioral therapy,11 in order to see whether or not it would be possible to input positive psychology teachings into the Geelong Grammar School.12 These ideals, more specifically, was to improve mental toughness - being able to set aside emotions when necessary and learning how to cope with them, be versatile, and understand others, through recognizing strengths, role playing, and
Response to intervention (RTI) is a three-tiered approach for both learning and behavioral needs. This process is for early identification and support. RTI benefits children who may be falling behind in their academics for various reasons. The teachers teach the children with high quality instruction and interventions that match the child’s needs. The teacher gathers and monitors the child on a daily basis, seeing how they are gathering information, how the child processes, and how they apply data.
I recently received my SEI endorsement and my ESL license is waiting on paperwork. However, I am currently acting as the ESL teacher in my school and I am unsure what my responsibilities are as an ESL teacher vs. being an English Language Arts teacher with the SEI endorsement. When I read this article, I noticed that many of the strategies mentioned are ones that I utilize in both my ELA and ESL classrooms. Therefore, I am curious as to how I can provide literacy services to my ESL students without overwhelming with the same content that they are also receiving in the Language Arts classes. I am asking this question as an ESL teacher with students who are currently in intermediate WIDA levels (high 3’s to low 5’s).
AZVA/ISAZ is focused on student engagement and truancy and has established a specific program for assist students and families stay engaged in the school setting through additional adult support. The U.S. Department of Education (2017) released two issue briefs on dropout prevention strategies, the first is to assign “case management to students through a social worker or school professional who advises students and connects them to services that can address their academic and nonacademic needs” and supporting students with outside support and medical services (p. 1). Through AZVA/ISAZ’s FAST program, the focus has been on a specified team of adults to support both student and family needs, through the integration of additional school supports,
Study A case study of a Canadian School that was partially implementing problem behavior interventions and support in 2007-2008 (year one) and fully implementing in 2008-2009 (year two). This study examined whether an increase in problem behavioral interventions and support implementation reliability was related to positive outcomes for students, as it related specifically to problem behavior, academic achievement, and student perceptions of school safety. Method The setting for this case study was an elementary school within the district of British Columbia.
The ELL population is rapidly growing, and it is important that teachers are equipped and ready to teach and assess these ELLs. Assessing ELLs is important because the assessments tell teachers how to make instructional decisions, and how much the child knows and can do (Lenski. 2006, P. 25). It is important for teachers to make sure that the ELL students are continually developing English competence and acquiring content knowledge. Because of the No Child Left Behind act, there are assessment mandates that all teacher must follow, like the Title 1 that requires ELLs attending public schools to be assessed in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and they must also be included in statewide standardized testing. The ELLs are at a disadvantage
A staggering number of children are being diagnosed with severe mental health disorders each year. From 2012 to 2015 “Rates of youth with severe depression increased from 5.9% ...to 8.2%... 76% of youth are left with no or insufficient treatment” (MHA). Mental illness is becoming much more common; people should start recognizing it and
While Dr. DeGue is correct, the prevention programs do serve more than just reducing the risk of those that participate in the program. Charlene Y. Senn a psychologist of the University of Windsor believes that these prevention programs can be a long-term solution because it educates people to be a positive bystander in order to help other students on campus. These prevention programs are also meant to create a positive environment for victims. A student that participated in the study said that the program helped her feel less ashamed about being assaulted in high
These self-administered interventions are then reinforced, punished, and monitored by the individual who has identified the target behavior in themselves. However, self-administered interventions have both advantages and disadvantages that are variable based partly upon the individual themselves.
The assignment required a video recording of twenty minutes from a lesson focusing on structure, pacing, classroom environment, and instructional strategies that promotes development and engagement of all ELL students. The positive feedback included the following: Print rich environment-this is necessary for ELL students because they can see the words from posters and from the grammar wall. The grammar wall allows students to see the different parts of speech and as we do lessons the words are placed on the wall so students can refer to it when writing sentences or looking for the precise word that will convey the meaning of their oral message. Good visual picture walk-during the small group reading, the book on the water cycle showed