NCJ Number
31119
Journal
Corrective and Social Psychiatry and Journal of Behavior Technology Methods and Therapy Volume: 21 Issue: 3 Dated: (1975) Pages: 7-9
Date Published
1974
Length
3 pages
Annotation
DESCRIPTION OF THE EDUCATIONAL METHODS USED BY THE ALTERNATIVE TO DETENTION PROGRAM IN NEW YORK CITY TO TEACH JUVENILE DELINQUENTS CLASSIFIED AS UNEDUCABLE.
Abstract
THE PROGRAM EMPLOYS THE UNSTRUCTURED ATMOSPHERE OF THE OPEN CLASSROOM TECHNIQUE TO MAKE THE STUDENTS FEEL MORE AT EASE WITH THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT. PEER-MEDIATED INSTRUCTION ALLOWS MORE ADVANCED STUDENTS TO HELP OTHER STUDENTS IN NEED OF REMEDIAL WORK. THE CONTROL TECHNIQUE FAVORED AT THE CENTER IS A FORM OF BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION WHICH REWARDS DESIRED BEHAVIOR AND GOAL ACHIEVEMENT.