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2009 KidsCount in Colorado!
Author: Colorado Children's Campaign
Date: 2009-00-00
Type: Numerical/Quantitative Data
Subjects: Academic Achievement,Program Effectiveness,Well Being,Poverty,At Risk Persons,Child Welfare,Educational Attainment,Child Health,Behavior Problems,Access to Education,Preschool Education,Outcomes of Education,Child Care,Costs,Employed Parents,Employment Level,Early Childhood Education,Trend Analysis,Elementary Secondary Education,Counties,Child Development,Health Promotion,Racial Differences,Family Structure,Health Insurance,Access to Health Care,Early Parenthood,Pregnancy,Family Income,Mothers,Smoking,Prenatal Influences

&quot;KidsCount in Colorado!&quot; is an annual publication of the Colorado Children's Campaign, which provides the best available state- and county-level data to measure and track the education, health and general well-being of the state's children. KidsCount in Colorado! informs policy debates and community discussions, serving as a valuable resource for policymakers, community leaders, advocates and citizens. Last year, the &quot;KidsCount in Colorado!&quot; data revealed a troubling trend significantly impacting the children--the increase in kids living in poverty. This year's data shows that trend is continuing and, in fact, increasing. The number of children living in poverty has increased 85 percent since 2000, with more than 192,000 children living in poverty in 2007, compared to 104,000 in 2000. And the youngest children are the most likely to be living in extreme poverty. Maintaining the well-being of Colorado's children is increasingly difficult in a tough economy, when many parents have lost jobs and income. By many different measures, poverty is the largest obstacle to opportunity for Colorado's youngest citizens. Kids growing up in poverty struggle with low educational achievement, health problems, emotional and behavioral difficulties and other challenges that decrease their chances of lifelong success. Quality child care and educational programs can help mitigate the negative effects of poverty, and this is the theme of this year's &quot;KidsCount in Colorado!&quot; report. Children who have access to quality pre-K programs have a better chance at overcoming the obstacles related to poverty and becoming financially and otherwise self-sufficient as adults compared to poor children who don't have access to quality care. With the devastating impacts of and dramatic rise in poverty on children and the state, it has never been more important that one considers the impacts these early childhood services can make on both children and the state. (Contains 32 figures, 2 tables, and 68 footnotes.) [Additional funding was provided by the Gay &amp; Lesbian Fund for Colorado. For the &quot;2008 KidsCount in Colorado!,&quot; see ED538948.]
Childhood Obesity in Colorado: A Growing Problem--The Impact of the Epidemic and Recommendations for Solutions
Author: Trujillo, Tara
Date: 2007-07-00
Type: Reports - Evaluative
Subjects: Hypertension,Child Health,Obesity,Economic Impact,Public Health,Eating Habits,Nutrition,Dietetics,Diseases,At Risk Persons,Trend Analysis,Body Weight,Costs,Environmental Influences,Wellness,Life Style,Parent Role,Family Programs,Community Programs,Physical Activity Level,After School Programs,Prevention,Intervention,Early Childhood Education,Child Care,School Health Services

Colorado traditionally has ranked as one of the healthiest states in the nation, a claim that reinforces a culture of activity, community and well-being. Though Colorado is ahead of the curve in this area, Coloradans aren't immune to the growing trends that threaten the health of people across the nation. One of the most concerning elements of this trend is its impact on children. Childhood obesity is on the rise, in Colorado and across the nation. Children today are taking in more calories--eating out at restaurants more often, with bigger portions of less healthy foods, and drinking more sugary beverages than ever before. Obesity is linked with a number of health risks, including increased incidences of heart and liver disease, type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. Once found primarily among adults, these diseases are now affecting more and more children, a direct result of unhealthy increases in weight. Many experts now believe that today's generation of kids will be the first generation to live shorter lives than their parents. This is a sobering prediction, but one that is not without hope. Colorado can reverse the trend of rising childhood obesity, but it will take a coordinated effort among children, families, schools, communities and government. With its widely known culture of health and activity, Colorado should take the lead in this challenge and do all it can to support the next generations of healthy and happy children. (Contains 94 endnotes.)
Moving the Needle on Poverty: An Up-to-Date Look at What States Are Doing to Alleviate Hardship among Children and Families
Author: Colorado Children's Campaign
Date: 2008-10-01
Type: Reports - Research
Subjects: State Agencies,Poverty,Low Income Groups,Access to Education,Educational Legislation,Expenditures,Child Care,Educational Finance,Financial Support,Family Programs,Social Services,Correlation,Public Policy,Child Welfare,State Programs,At Risk Persons,Barriers,Profiles,Minority Groups,Racial Differences,Intervention,Prevention

&quot;Moving the Needle on Poverty&quot; is designed to provide Colorado leaders with an up-to-date picture of the diverse strategies that states across the nation are pursuing to lift individuals, families, and communities out of poverty. As the report indicates, many states are choosing to set specific and measurable goals for poverty reduction, while others are convening working groups to further study the problem and potential solutions. While this report is not intended to espouse any particular course of action for Colorado, understanding the initiatives undertaken elsewhere can help leaders make decisions about what may--and may not--be appropriate for addressing their own unique challenges. The report is based on informal research conducted by the Colorado Children's Campaign in the summer of 2008 that began with scans of the public plans of governors, legislatures, state agencies, and national advocacy and philanthropic organizations. The Children's Campaign sifted through executive orders, legislation, and the findings and recommendations of poverty-reduction commissions and task forces in 13 states. Among the key findings of the analysis are: (1) As of mid-2008, nine states have established timelines and numerical goals for reducing poverty, and a mechanism for tracking and reporting progress from year to year. Of these states, five are focusing on child poverty, three on overall poverty, and one on extreme poverty; (2) Eight states have established task forces, commissions or legislative caucuses to identify priorities, develop strategies and/or build consensus for reducing poverty; and (3) Expenditures in three key areas--work-based supports, childcare assistance, and safety-net programs--are highly correlated with the alleviation of hardship among children and families. (Contains 2 tables and 8 endnotes.)
High School Reform in Colorado: Meeting the Expectations of a New Era. Final Report of the Colorado Commission for High School Improvement
Author: Colorado Children's Campaign
Date: 2005-12-00
Type: Reports - Evaluative
Subjects: Academic Achievement,School Choice,Teaching Methods,African Americans,Minority Group Students,Educational Change,Graduation Rate,High Schools,Educational Improvement,Scores,Achievement Tests,Low Achievement,Achievement Gap,Racial Differences

The &quot;comprehensive&quot; high schools that now educate almost all young people in Colorado and elsewhere in the United States were designed in a different era for a different economy. American comprehensive high schools were intended to provide a basic education in reading, writing, and arithmetic, preparing most students for work and some for college. These high schools were the workhorses of the democracy and economy throughout much of the 20th century. In the global economy, however, this traditional design allows too many students to drop out or simply &quot;get by&quot; and enter adulthood without the skills needed to thrive. Over time, the expectations placed on high schools have increased and schools have improved. The people in high schools are working harder than ever before. But the improvement has not kept pace with the challenge. Today, Colorado's citizens, government and businesses expect much more from high schools. A growing body of research about Colorado high school students has shown: (1) Graduation rates are extremely low (70 percent); (2) Graduation rates among minority students are dismal (56 percent for blacks and 44 percent for Hispanics); (3) Students score poorly on state assessments; (4) There are huge gaps in achievement when students are compared by race and ethnicity; (5) Graduates, especially those from low-income families, are poorly prepared for higher education; and (6) Many of those who enter college do not complete their college education. Commission members developed four recommendations that are intended to raise student performance, close achievement gaps and ensure that all students graduate from high school prepared to succeed. The Commission recommends that schools and school systems: (1) Improve the teaching and learning process in high schools; (2) Improve student transition to and from high school; (3) Expand school choice and alternatives; and (4) Use existing and new resources and data more effectively. (Contains 4 figures and 45 endnotes.)
Colorado Children's Budget 2005
Author: Colorado Children's Campaign
Date: 2005-00-00
Type: Reports - Evaluative
Subjects: Health Insurance,Health Services,Children,Income,Crime,Welfare Services,Budgets,Budgeting,Federal Aid,State Aid,Access to Health Care,Access to Education,Child Health,Early Childhood Education,Child Care,Public Health,Financial Support,Law Enforcement,Child Welfare,Staff Development,Family Programs,Adoption,Prenatal Influences,Pregnancy,At Risk Persons,Infants,Low Income Groups,Foster Care,Clinics,Homeless People,School Health Services,Developmental Disabilities,Mental Health,Residential Programs,Early Intervention,Immunization Programs,Screening Tests,Clinical Diagnosis,Health Needs,Rural Areas,Primary Health Care,Dental Health,Migrants,Mothers,Nutrition,Health Promotion,Epidemiology,Prevention,Youth Programs,Home Visits,Mentors,Nurses,Educational Finance,Certification,Preschool Education,Tax Credits,Kindergarten,School Schedules,Disadvantaged Youth,Correctional Education,Institutionalized Persons,Correctional Institutions,Community Programs,State Legislation

The Children's Budget is a comprehensive report on funding for children's services in Colorado. This report provides a six- year funding history for more than 50 programs funded with state, local, and federal dollars. The Colorado Children's Budget analyzes reductions in programs and services during the economic downturn. The data in the Children's Budget sends a clear message that Colorado is falling behind. Children today do not have access to the same opportunities they did just a few years ago. Funding has failed to keep pace with the rapidly growing child population and the rising costs of delivering services. Across the state, service providers have watched their budgets shrink and their service levels decline. They've cut staff, instituted waiting lists, delayed building repairs, reduced their hours, and, in some cases, closed their doors. Funding for some children's services has declined more than others. Mental health, early care and education, local public health services, child care, youth crime prevention services, and income support for working families have suffered the greatest losses. Funding for children's health insurance (Medicaid) and K-12 education, both of which have laws protecting their funding, have grown as more kids in Colorado enroll in public school and more low-income children enroll in Medicaid. Now more than ever, Colorado needs to re-examine its priorities and make the necessary changes to rebuild its social safety net for kids. Appended are: (1) Variables Impacting Funding; and (2) Children's Budget Methodology.
Food for Thought, Health for Success: Pursuing Policy that Supports Student Wellness and Achievement
Author: Groginsky, Scott
Date: 2009-02-00
Type: Reports - Descriptive
Subjects: Physical Activities,Education Work Relationship,Wellness,Academic Achievement,Child Health,Nutrition,Educational Policy,Physical Fitness,State Legislation,Correlation,Holistic Approach,Physical Education

As schools work to ensure that all students have the skills and competencies to succeed in work and life, and with growing expectations for success on standardized assessments at the federal, state and local levels, education leaders increasingly understand the importance of student wellness to achieving these goals. This report outlines why wellness is related to student success, and how Colorado can promote policies and practices that promote physical activity and nutrition for students. Schools are tasked with preparing students with the skills and knowledge necessary to continue their education or to enter the workforce. The ability of schools to effectively accomplish this task depends upon a number of factors, not the least of which is the health and well-being of their students. (Contains 25 endnotes.)
Using L1 to Enhance the Grammar Learning and Having Only English Policy in EFL Classes
Author: Uyar, Yusuf
Date: 2012-05-11
Type: Reports - Research
Subjects: English (Second Language),Foreign Countries,Experimental Groups,Teaching Styles,Native Language,Comparative Analysis,Grammar,Universities,Higher Education,College Students

The purpose of this study is to determine the differences of grammar learning, if any, between the EFL classes in which native language (L1) is sometimes used and only target language (L2) is used. Participants were 42 prep year students from one of the universities in Turkey. They have been studying English for 9 months, and now they are in level D that is equal to B1 or B2 in CEFR. Study was committed to students in level D which is still in progress. In the experimental group, which is first class, no mother language, Turkish was used. In the other class that is comparison group, some usage of mother language (L1) was seen in the class. In terms of comparing the two EFL classes, results show that two classes are nearly same in learning grammar. The percentage of the first class was 69% that is the average and normal score for a level D class. Percentage of 66.50 may seem less, but the difference was only 2.50 point between the classes. Teaching grammar in one of the EFL classes require so many responsibilities both for the teacher and the students, nevertheless choosing which way to use in the class is still an unanswered question for teachers. In this study, the results show that the success of the students is not directly related to the teaching style. (Contains 1 table.)
Boosting Degree Completion and Transfer Rates: An Examination of Counseling/Advising Using the Relationship-Based Model
Author: Jefferson, Trevina
Date: 2010-05-00
Type: Reports - Research
Subjects: Qualitative Research,Focus Groups,Research Skills,Counseling Techniques,Counseling Services,Decision Making Skills,Quasiexperimental Design,Interviews,Counselor Attitudes,Student Attitudes,Transfer Rates (College),Graduation Rate,Models,Teacher Student Relationship,Student Educational Objectives,Educational Counseling,Performance Factors

The purpose of this pilot study was to explore another way to boost degree completion and transfer rates through helping students develop informed decision-making power; specifically, counseling methods in Los Angeles Community Colleges using the Relationship-Based model was examined. As part of this study, students would develop their research techniques to explore educational goals and options. These research skills would allow students to make informed decisions about their education and possible careers. This qualitative study primarily used a quasi-experimental, or convenient rather than random, sample of participants. A qualitative study is based more on observations and experiences rather than on statistics like in a quantitative study. As part of this qualitative research design, I used interviews to gather the perspectives of the focus group (students) and an influential group (counselors). The interviews consisted mainly of open-ended questions. The focus group consisted of 3 students that were going through the college counseling process. Questions for the students focused on their experience with counseling and skills they acquired to make decisions about their education. The influential group consisted of 3 counselors, including those in the transfer center. Results indicate that the Relationship-Based Model allowed students to be more active participants in achieving educational goals and better prepared for next steps. Additionally, results showed that the Relationship-Based model would be possible despite funding resources, ethnic heritage, or current academic achievement. Educators need to train faculty and staff in the Relationship-Based model to help students become active confident participants in their education and thereby see an increase in transfer rates and degree completion. Appended are: (1) Research Protocol: Counseling and Knowledge About College Student Interview; and (2) Research Protocol: Counseling and Knowledge About College Counselor Interview.
Rethinking Classroom Management: A New Perspective, a New Horizon
Author: Toprakci, Erdal
Date: 2012-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Student Behavior,Classroom Environment,Teaching Methods,Classroom Techniques,Remedial Instruction,Literature Reviews,Theories,Teacher Role,Cooperation,Educational Administration,Governance

The purpose of this study is to suggest a new perspective and a new horizon by analyzing the concept of classroom management in the literature of traditional classroom management from a scientific and dictionary view. It may be said that there are serious problems regarding the settlement of the meaning of "classroom management" in the educational literature, where thousands of studies are carried out at a speed that almost could consume the concept. In order to understand what this concept means, making a small research about what the concept in the given language means and finding out the common points in the literature may be a contributory study. As be seen that, the basic analysis in dictionary, the title of "Classroom Management" is used incorrectly and it is neglected the mean of "Class" word. However, the classroom is only a room of class in which teaching or learning activities can take place. Then, it corrected to use the title of "Class Management" or "Class Based Management" because of "room" is only a place where class makes the teaching and learning activities or lesson/course/lecture. (Contains 1 table, 2 figures, and 2 footnotes.)
Assessing the Progress of Gender Parity in Education through Achieving Millennium Development Goals: A Case Study of Quetta District Balochistan
Author: Rashid, Abdul
Date: 2012-12-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Sex Fairness,Equal Education,Gender Differences,Gender Issues,Access to Education,Womens Education,Enrollment,Educational Trends,Educational Indicators,Adult Education,Gender Bias,Elementary Secondary Education,Females,Public Sector,Rural Areas

Using secondary data of Government Schools and literacy department for 10 years that is 2000-2010, this paper assesses the progress on the issue of gender equality within the framework of education related Millennium Development Goals (MDG) in district Quetta. The assessment is based on the selected indicators of goals by applying descriptive statistical tools such as ratio, mean and fixed chain methods. The major findings include; (a) the overall trend reveals positive change; (b) the pace of adult education is more biased against women; (c) the targets of literacy rate of children with 10+ years will hopefully be achieved; (d) the indicator to remove gender disparity related to net primary enrolment ratio will hopefully, be achieved; (e) the target of NER (Net enrollment ratio) will, perhaps not be achieved due to high drop out; (f) empowerment of woman through employment show bleak picture. The implications of findings for plan of action include: shifting more resources to primary education; creating more institutions for girls' education especially in the rural areas; strengthening institutional capacity of government sector and creating more jobs opportunities for women in the public sector. (Contains 2 tables and 2 figures.)
Constructing a Criterion-Referenced Test for Measuring the Statistical Competencies of the Postgraduate Students in Education Colleges in Yemeni Universities
Author: Qasem, Mamun Ali Naji
Date: 2012-12-21
Type: Reports - Research
Subjects: Criterion Referenced Tests,Test Construction,Competence,Statistics,Graduate Students,Test Validity,Test Reliability,Cutting Scores,Schools of Education,Foreign Countries

This research has aimed at constructing Criterion Referenced Test to measure the statistical competencies of the Post-graduate Students in Education Colleges in Yemeni Universities, at examining the validity of the test's grades (the descriptive validity and the Domain Selection  Validity), at examining the test's grades Reliability according to (Livingston). In addition, it aims at determining the adequate Cut-off-Scores for every statistical Competency through which one can identify those students who are skillful or unskillful of this Competency, and finally to know to what extent the Post-graduate Students in Education Colleges in the Yemeni Universities are in full command of using these statistical Competencies which are included in this test. The researcher has used a method called Evaluation researches. The sample of the research has consisted of (157) students in the MA program. The researcher has constructed a test after following these stages (Analysis, test construction, try out, and print out the test). After following these stages the study has produced a Criterion Referenced Test to measure the statistical competencies of the Postgraduate Students in Education Colleges in the Yemeni Universities. This test includes (77) items which measure seven statistical Competencies which seem to be adequate: (Determining the basic statistical concepts and idioms--using and inferring the descriptive statistics--determining and explaining the connection element--using the parametric statistical methods--using the nonparametric statistical methods--reading and explaining the inferred results from the statistical program SPSS--and selecting the adequate statistical style). It has also been concluded that this test has a descriptive validity as well as Domain Selection Validity. It has been found that the test has a high Reliability according to Livingston which was reached at (0.99). The adequate cutoff-Scores is (0.63). There was also a clear decrease in the statistical Competencies of the students of the Postgraduate Students in Education Colleges in the Yemeni Universities.