Provides a solution to the problem of under-referral of students who may develop behavior disorders by giving regular classroom teachers uniform behavioral standards for use in reducing the idiosyncratic nature of teacher referrals. This mass screening process, which occurs early in a child's school career, is a multiagent, multimethod approach. In six separate studies, SSBD provided a reliable procedure for systematically screening and identifying elementary school students who demonstrate potential behavior disorders. In six additional studies, SSBD proved to be an accurate procedure that discriminates potential behavior disorder students from nondisordered or nonat-risk students within regular classrooms. The only major requirement is mastery of the classroom and playground observation codes in stage three of the screening and identification process.
Consumable products are minimal and no special staff, equipment, or facilities are required.
Services Awareness materials are available at no cost. Contact Rebecca Williamson, P.O. Box 18466, Boulder, CO 80308.