Date of Award
Summer 2022
Degree Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
School
Education
Committee Chair
Dr. Kyna Shelley
Committee Chair School
Education
Committee Member 2
Dr. Noal Cochran
Committee Member 2 School
Education
Committee Member 3
Dr. David Lee
Committee Member 3 School
Education
Committee Member 4
Dr. Richard Mohn
Committee Member 4 School
Education
Abstract
This mixed-methods study sought to explore student and staff perspectives on what led students to return to or remain in DAEPs for longer than they were assigned. The researcher reviewed literature related to the history of alternative education programs, placement policies, and alternative school practices. This researcher obtained permission from two schools in a rural county in a southern state. Qualtrics was used to collect all quantitative data. Data was collected using questionnaires and focus groups. The quantitative component of this study was employed so that students could maintain anonymity and honestly respond without feeling pressured or intimidated. Student data was used to design questions for the qualitative portion of research which staff participated in. Focus groups were used so that multiple perspectives could be obtained in minimal sessions, while also allowing participants to guide the discussion with their responses. Overall data revealed that students remained in disciplinary alternative education programs longer than their assigned time because the program was beneficial for them, either academically or behaviorally.
Recommended Citation
Rhone, Chrissell, "Secondary School Administrators, Teachers, and Students' Perspectives on Reducing Recidivism in Disciplinary Alternative Education Programs" (2022). Dissertations. 2038.
https://aquila.usm.edu/dissertations/2038