The purpose of this study was to examine the relation between externalizing behavior and peer reputations of kindergarten through third-grade students (N = 35, from 18 classrooms) with or at risk for Emotional and Behavioral Disorders (EBDs). We also examined the extent to which this relation varied as a function of teacher delivery of praise. A…

Elementary school students with or at risk for emotional and behavioral disorders (EBD) are likely to experience social difficulties and challenges with peer relationships (e.g., victimization, rejection, isolation, and negative peer influence). A particularly salient influence on students' classroom-based social experiences is how they are…

The purpose of this quantitative comparative study was to investigate adherence to honor culture, which values personal reputation and defense of such, as well as traits of callousness among students in three different placements of high school English (advanced placement/college prep, general, and special education resource). Two existing…

In this era of communication technology, educational benefits and many ethical problems associated with using mobile technology devices have emerged in the education sector. This study explored the reasons for teachers' indulgence in the unprofessional use of mobile phones and its repercussions on education in Tanzania. The study was conducted…