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Book Student Perceptions of Alternative and Regular High School Programs

Download or read book Student Perceptions of Alternative and Regular High School Programs written by John Lewis Miller and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Student Perceptions of the Alternative School

Download or read book Student Perceptions of the Alternative School written by and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some students find it difficult to reach graduation in a regular secondary school setting, but may be successful in an alternative setting. Causes of not graduating could include high absenteeism and behavior problems, which may result in dropping out. This study sought student perceptions of an alternative program in a public school district in the state of Mississippi. The participants were 10 students and their parents, 10 teachers, and the administrator. Data included interviews and school documents, and were analyzed using the constant comparative method. This research found that some of the students were enthused upon receiving alternative placement. Students liked the curriculum tailored to their individual needs, more one-on-one time with the teacher, and the opportunity to focus on the changes that they needed to make to improve their educational opportunities. Some parents expressed their disappointment in their child's placement; however, there were some parents who prefer the alternative school over regular school. The parents who were disappointed thought it to be a place where they put bad kids and where the teachers were not good teachers. The parents who preferred it liked the smaller teacher-student ratio and believed that alternative teachers were more supportive and kind. The teachers expressed the alternative school does not get the same attention as other district schools and is seen as a dumping ground for both teachers and students. Recommendations to the district include: evaluate the criteria for placing students in the alternative school, increase communication between the alternative and the regular school, provide a specialist to help focus on student learning styles, provide a full-time counselor to help students deal with the issues contributing to their lack of success in the regular school, and improve the physical setting for the alternative school. Further research is needed in the district: to determine what could be improved in the alternative academic program; to determine whether the alternative school curriculum is meeting state standards; and to examine the acceptance of students and faculty in the alternative program by district students and personnel.

Book Student Perceptions of the Beneficial Features of Alternative Education Programs

Download or read book Student Perceptions of the Beneficial Features of Alternative Education Programs written by Anna Parlett Bickford and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This qualitative study was designed to capture the perspectives of former alternative school students and former administrators regarding the effectiveness of the various components of their respective programs. Thirteen former students and six administrators completed surveys and follow-up interviews to rate the effectiveness of components recommended to be included in schools for disruptive youth by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Data were analyzed to identify the components students and administrators perceived to be effective and to compare the points of view of the two participant groups. The component that received the highest ratings from both the student and administrator participants was: providing a small and supportive school environment. There was a discrepancy of student opinion regarding the effectiveness of curriculum and instruction. Interviews with administrators led to findings regarding obstacles that the administrators identified as preventing the development of more effective programs. These included: (1) Rigid graduation requirements of sending school districts that prevent the development of curricula that would be more relevant to the students, (2) Limited budgets that prevent the purchase of needed resources, especially curriculum and technology, (3) Convoluted bureaucracies that hinder effectiveness of the curriculum and instruction in the alternative schools and (4) Inconsistency in the philosophy and the reality of the program mission as they relate to transitioning students from alternative education programs back to public schools.

Book Alternative High School Programs

Download or read book Alternative High School Programs written by Lana Sides and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book A Study of Alternative Education Programs

Download or read book A Study of Alternative Education Programs written by Angelo Romaniello and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This qualitative case study examined the perceptions of staff and students of the alternative education programs within a suburban school district in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Participants in this study included seventeen staff members and nineteen students who were associated with the alternative program in the school district. A Likert scale staff and student survey developed by Research for Better Schools (RBS) were administered in addition to a researcher-created one-on ?one interview. The surveys and interview questions were developed to examine: (1) what participants believed the culture to be within the alternative school, (2) how teacher behaviors were perceived, (3) the opinion of the monitoring and assessment procedures and policies, and (4) the views on the overall student discipline and behaviors within the alternative education facility. Findings of the study revealed that the majority of the participants supported the alternative education system within the district. Research findings from the survey responses revealed that staff and student perceptions had a high level of agreement considering the relatively recent implementation of the program within the district. These findings can guide future research as school districts strive to support the needs of at-risk students in need of alternative methods of education.

Book Student and Administrator Perceptions of Alternative Education Programs

Download or read book Student and Administrator Perceptions of Alternative Education Programs written by Marjorie J. Paradise and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study examined components of alternative education programs and changes in student life satisfaction as perceived by 2 administrators and 17 students at two program sites. Each student participant completed a 40-item Likert-scale survey at the onset and at the end of the 10-week study. The survey measured life satisfaction in domains of family, friends, school, living environment and self. Students also participated in a focus group midway through the program. Teachers provided student progress reports at the beginning and end of the study. Administrators completed alternative education program evaluation forms. Results suggested that key components of alternative education are flexibility of: a) curriculum, b) pace, c) schedule, and d) staff as well as small, safe, supportive environments. Life satisfaction changes were identified in all five domains. Identified program needs were: a) improved staff-student relationships, b) increased guidance, c) increased curriculum variability, and d) review of the servicing component.

Book A Second Chance

Download or read book A Second Chance written by Traci M. Cohen Dennis and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many urban school districts in the United States now offer students nontraditional placement options. The alternative school is an option for students who have dropped out of the traditional high school, have academic or behavioral challenges or have been expelled. As African American students in urban school districts are currently overrepresented in alternative schools, the problem this study addressed was the need to better understand the lived experiences of African American students in these settings. The study specifically focused on 18-24-year-old students and examined how their perceptions of the school environment, their educational opportunities and their teachers impacted their achievement, motivation and educational outcomes. To capture diverse perspectives, participants were selected from two alternative schools in a large urban school district in the Northeast region. Data were collected through one on one and focus group interviews, classroom observations and field notes. Through an examination of the lived experiences and perceptions of African American students in these settings, the researcher endeavored to understand whether alternative high schools are meeting African American students' educational needs. The research questions that were examined are: (1) How do African American students in urban secondary alternative schools describe their lived experiences related to success, empowerment and motivation, (2) How do African American students in urban secondary alternative schools perceive the environment/culture and the educational opportunities available to them, and (3) How do African American students in urban secondary alternative schools describe the teachers who push them to excel and succeed? The six emerging themes from this study were: a) maturity and self-advocacy; b) a better opportunity/a positive climate; c) feeling respected and heard; d) it takes a village; e) relevant and rigorous instruction; and f) absence of discontinuity. Study participants reported that caring and supportive relationships with teachers, staff and administrators, a positive school climate and multiple options and resources in alternative schools have helped them to overcome challenges that they face. The participants also noted culturally responsive teaching, school cohesion and cultural congruity as factors which contribute to their motivation and success and keep them on track to graduate despite obstacles that they encounter.

Book Student Perceptions of Type II Alternative School Experiences

Download or read book Student Perceptions of Type II Alternative School Experiences written by Michael J. Barrett and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this qualitative phenomenological study was to investigate how high school students described their experiences attending a Type II alternative school (geared toward students with behavioral problems and poor student attendance) in Central Georgia and the factors that motivated them to persist to graduation. The overarching research question was: How do high school graduates describe their experiences attending an alternative school in Central Georgia that motivated them to persist toward graduation? Schein's organizational culture model, Deci and Ryan's self-determination theory and Maslow's hierarchy of needs served as the conceptual framework. Participants included eight students who had previously attended an alternative high school and were on track to graduate. Using the information gathered through interviews, a focus group, archival data, and field notes, the following four significant themes emerged: 1) student perceptions of alternative school climate; 2) structured environment of the alternative school resulted in conformity; 3) students believed that alternative school changed their path; and 4) alternative school changed the students’ dynamic with parents. Further analysis ultimately highlighted 11 subthemes. The benefits of alternative schools are documented and contribute to instilling student intrinsic motivation to graduate and to the ultimate success of its students.

Book Perceptions of Educators Regarding the Effectiveness of Alternative Programs in a Southern State

Download or read book Perceptions of Educators Regarding the Effectiveness of Alternative Programs in a Southern State written by Lydia Roberson and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At-risk students are engaged in dangerous behaviors that lead them to become involved in the juvenile justice system and cause the feeling of low self-worth. This eventually causes at-risk youths to drop out of school and engage in detrimental behaviors that meddle in their academic success. The alternative education program provides these at-risk youth with the opportunity to develop positively their academics and behavior to complete a regular high school program. This mixed method study with quantitative and qualitative research enhanced the understanding of the perceptions of the effectiveness of alternative programs from an educator's viewpoint. Conveniently selected educators who worked at an alternative education site, had referred students to an alternative program, had worked with a student who was at an alternative site, or had a student who had been at a program completed a survey examining their perceptions of the effectiveness of alternative programs. From the selection, 10 educators were asked to partake in the qualitative section of the research to strengthen the validity of the research. The means were estimated to analyze the educators' perceptions of the effectiveness of alternative programs in southern state. The results revealed alternative education programs are needed and are effective in developing the needs of at-risk youths, which was consistent with the research shared in the literature review. Appendices include: (1) Survey Instrument; (2) Interview Guide; and (2) Sample Interview Responses.

Book An Investigation of Alternative High School Students Perceptions of Barriers to Education

Download or read book An Investigation of Alternative High School Students Perceptions of Barriers to Education written by Laura Sage and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In recent years, research has investigated the phenomenon of high school drop outs. Research has been conducted at the local, state, national, and international levels. Data have been gathered on the gender, socio economic status, ethnic and racial status, to name just a few of the categories. Information has also been gathered about the various identifiable risk factors (Belfield, 2007; Chapman, 2007; Swanson, 2008; Gleason & Dynarski, 2002). There has been little research about dropping out from the perspective of the potential dropouts themselves (Harvey & Housman, 2005). Most research focused on solid quantitative data, resulting in scores of informative facts and figures. While these hard quantitative data have provided an informative statistical landscape, they only provided part of the total picture of the high school dropout. Several researchers have written about the lack of scholarly information that encompasses the viewpoint of the high school students themselves (Garnier, Stein, & Jacobs, 1997). Investigators cited the need for more research to be conducted to examine the viewpoint of the student (Bridgeland & Dilulio, 2002). There was a lack of research on students' perceptions of how alternative high schools can help students stay in school. This study used qualitative methods to examine alternative high school students perception of barriers to education and how their alternative high school helped them stay in school. This study used archival data from the school, field observation notes, and interviews with 10 students. This research attempted to answer two questions: What do alternative high school students perceive to be barriers to education? How is the alternative high school helping students to stay in school? Research showed that students at this alternative high school perceived their largest barrier to education to be their home life and all of the issues they faced at home. Home issues included relationship issues with parents, frequent moves, foster homes, pregnancy, and unemployment issues. Students also felt that issues at the traditional school also were barriers to finishing their education. Most of these school issues revolved around relational aggression or co rumination between male-female and female-female associations. Students felt that the interpersonal relationships and support they received from their teachers and staff at the alternative high school significantly contributed to helping them stay in school. In addition to the caring attitude of teachers and school personnel, students also felt the flexible educational delivery system of a blended online curriculum also contributed to them staying in school. Students felt the individualized personal curriculum best met their needs, both educationally and circumstantially. Students had the flexibility to always have access to the online curriculum, thus allowing them the flexibility to not get behind in school work when home situations and crisis surfaced. Students could go back over their school work until they understood the concept, allowing for a deeper level of understanding and success. Students could work at their own pace and choose what subjects to work on. This allowed students to maximize their opportunities to learn.

Book Addressing the Needs of Underserved High School Students in Alternative Schools

Download or read book Addressing the Needs of Underserved High School Students in Alternative Schools written by Nicole Chisley and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Graduation rates are used in state school accountability models to grade the effectiveness of school districts. Indiana politicians and educators have made suggestions on how school districts should best meet the needs of students. This dissertation focused on how school districts meet the needs of underserved students in alternative settings. The Self-Determination Theory by Deci and Ryan (2016) was used as a lens to view student perspectives for this case study. Self-Determination Theory suggests that students need to feel autonomous, related to the school environment, and competent in achieving their goals. These three needs were the basis for which qualitative methods were used to collect data. Three students were interviewed and observed interacting with teachers and other students in one Indiana alternative school. Using a narrative inquiry approach, the goal was to understand how three students describe their experiences while attending an alternative school. To triangulate the data obtained through student interviews and observations, teachers were interviewed and school documents were analyzed. After analysis of the data, three themes emerged as important to students: teacher-student relationships, student experiences, and complexity of resources. Students revealed that they valued the positive relationships, social experiences, and motivational interactions which made them feel a sense of belonging and confidence. The findings and implications of this qualitative case study suggest ways schools and policy makers may investigate in the effort to provide the needs of students in alternative schools. The dissertation surfaces the student perceptions regarding their experiences.

Book Students Perceptions of Alternative High Schools that Give Rise to Persistence Through Graduation Organizational Characteristics and School Culture

Download or read book Students Perceptions of Alternative High Schools that Give Rise to Persistence Through Graduation Organizational Characteristics and School Culture written by Laurie K. Brussow and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The perception of the organizational culture was examined through the students' eyes. Questions were also posed for further research that might aid in improving student graduation rates as well as concentrating on the areas of the school culture that the students found most beneficial. Identifying these areas of school culture to better inform teachers and administrators about the positive impact of this type of culture was also considered.