Online ISSN: 2325-7466
2006
Triannual
National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET)
United States

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Proactive Approaches for Improving Outcomes for At-Risk Students

Dr. Conn Thomas, Dr. Richard Blackbourn, Dr. J.M. Blackbourn, Bobby Papason, J. Larry Tyler, Pat Britt, Frankie Keels Williams
  • Dr. Conn Thomas (Author) West Texas A&M University Division of Education image/svg+xml
  • Dr. Richard Blackbourn (Author) Mississippi State University College of Education image/svg+xml
  • Dr. J.M. Blackbourn (Author) University of Mississippi School of Education image/svg+xml
  • Bobby Papason (Author) University of Mississippi North Mississippi Educational Consortium image/svg+xml
  • J. Larry Tyler (Author) University of Mississippi School of Education
  • Pat Britt (Author) DeSoto County Mississippi Schools Mississippi Schools
  • Frankie Keels Williams (Author) Clemson University School of Education image/svg+xml
DOI
https://doi.org/10.64546/jaasep.5
Abstract
This article outlines innovative approaches to reducing dropouts and enhancing the rate of school success among students labeled "At-Risk". The article emphasizes the need for fundamental change in educational philosophy and operational frameworks as the basis for meaningful change. Significant aspects of the processes used to improve student outcomes are provided.
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How to Cite
Thomas, C., Blackbourn, R., Blackbourn, J., Papason, B., Tyler, J. L., Britt, P., & Keels Williams, F. (2006). Proactive Approaches for Improving Outcomes for At-Risk Students. Journal of the American Academy of Special Education Professionals, 1(1), 41-45. https://doi.org/10.64546/jaasep.5

Spring 2006

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  • Article Type Articles
  • Submitted February 6, 2006
  • Published March 15, 2006
  • Issue Spring 2006
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