Browsing by Thesis Advisor "Offutt, Cheryl"
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Cognitive processes related to math disabilities
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2011)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] While researchers have been unable to define and agree upon a definitive core deficit within math disabilities (MD) (Capano et al., 2008; Fletcher et ... -
Examining a strengths-based approach to promoting students' engagement with school: a pilot study
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)Students' engagement with school is a critical facet of students' successful school completion and involves student attitudes and behaviors that can facilitate academic success. Students' engagement with school incorporates ... -
An exploration of the familial risk profiles of kindergarten students and later academic and behavior problems
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2011)Children who exhibit early behavioral and academic difficulties are at increased risk of later negative outcomes (see Patterson et al., 1989). Given the importance of families in the lives of young children, early intervention ... -
GIRLSS: a study of the effectiveness of a multi-modal intervention to reduce relational aggression
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)Relational aggression has quickly become a serious issue in schools. In response, school professionals have sought and developed interventions despite a dearth of empirical examination and support. The current study bolsters ...