A Framework for Keeping Students in School

Keeping students in school is a major concern today for educators, parents, and politicians. It is not a new problem. Although much has been written about why students drop out, few preventive measures have been successful. A review of selected studies and our own study in Edmonton of early school l...

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Published in:Canadian journal of school psychology 1994-12, Vol.10 (1), p.54-61
Main Authors: MacLean, David A., Janzen, Henry L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Dropout programs
Educational psychology
Prevention
School dropouts
Students at risk
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Summary:Keeping students in school is a major concern today for educators, parents, and politicians. It is not a new problem. Although much has been written about why students drop out, few preventive measures have been successful. A review of selected studies and our own study in Edmonton of early school leavers suggested that preventive measures that are most effective must consider four factors: (a) community-school relationships, (b) restructuring of the school program, (c) changing the school climate, and (d) changes in procedures for evaluating student performance. Specific interventions relevant to the four-factor model are presented and discussed.
ISSN:0829-5735
2154-3984
DOI:10.1177/082957359401000107