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Showing 1 to 20 of 20 for “"School drop-out"”.
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School drop-out in the Western Cape : the role of prior school progress, ability, pregnancy and family background
Includes abstract. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 37-40).
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Exploring family, developmental and environmental factors in the narratives of awaiting trial youth
… factors on the potential link between early school drop-out and youth awaiting trial in the Western Cape secure care centres. The objectives of the study were threefold: to explore the different family dynamics that may contribute to early school-leaving and youth awaiting trial; to explore …
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Effects of substance abuse amongst school going learners in the Nquthu circuit
… one of the major challenges experienced in our schools. If learners abuse substances/drugs, they do not learn and ultimately they fail or drop out of school. The researcher undertook a study on this challenge which reviewed research findings on substance abuse in South Africa. The study was …
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"I never seen myself going to college": An intimate inquiry of foster alumni in higher education
… the journey of one foster alumnus from high school drop out to four-year college scholarship recipient. Narrative intimate inquiry frames this study. A critical lens is used to view the identity capital of one raised by surrogate parents—the state. Jean serves as the heart of this study; I …
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The need for outreach programs for African American men in inner city areas
This thesis sought to analyze the need for outreach programs for African-American males in inner city areas. This study identified societal issues that pose as potential barriers for African-American males. These included issues like unemployment, high school drop-out rates, lack of male role …
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Natural Mentors in the Lives of African-American Pregnant and Parenting Adolescents
… were enrolled in an alternative public high school for pregnant and parenting teenagers. A 2 year longitudinal study was conducted to examine the influence of natural mentor relationships on the future outlook and educational and occupational attainment of pregnant and parenting adolescents. …
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Searching for their Path: Understanding Parents of Children with Emotional Disturbance
… significant risks related to their ED, including school drop-out, incarceration, unemployment and substance abuse (Lipscomb et al., 2018). Purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore participants’ experiences related to raising a child with ED, participants’ response to situations related to …
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Residual Symptoms in Pediatric Depression after Acute Pharmacological Treatment
… disorder (MDD) are at an increased risk for school failure, school drop out, and suicidality. Childhood onset of MDD has been linked to an increased likelihood of relapse of MDD in child and adolescent research. Adult studies have found that residual symptoms increase the risk of relapse, and …
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Malampaka Secondary School improvement Project Proposal
The improvement of Malampaka Secondary School is considered to (broaden) secondary school education and stimulate community economic development in Sengerema Division. Consultancy work was therefore launched at Malampaka Secondary School to establish critical school development factors that needed …
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An evaluation of the effects of a career development program for students with disabilities at transition from high school to adult life
… Network (HECN). Designed for inner city high school students with and without disabilities the program has been in existence since 1991, focusing on preparing students for education or careers in the allied health care industry. The program's overall goal was to increase the rate of positive …
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The effect of household poverty trap on learners’ performance in secondary schools in Nongoma in the Zululand district.
… performance of learners in the rural secondary schools of Nongoma. Also, it identifies various poli-cies and programme designed to alleviate the negative effect of poverty on the learning outcome. The study is underpin by Urie Bronfenbrenner,s ecological theory . The Quantitative and qualitative …
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The Use, Beliefs, Perceived Barriers, and Methods of Delivery of Play Therapy by Elementary School Counselors
… interfere with a child's ability to succeed in school (Hootman, Houck, & King, 2003) and ultimately increase the risk of family dysfunction, drug abuse, juvenile incarcerations, and school drop out (American Academy of Pediatrics, 2004). Because young children often lack the verbal skills needed …
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The effects of early marriage practices on education for girls in Mkuranga District, Tanzania
… Kimazichana and Mkamba from which three primary schools were involved. The design used was cross-section survey design, which collected both qualitative and quantitative data. A sample for this study was drawn from four groups of the population; namely the District Education Officer, Ward …
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Reasons for Girls Drop Out in Primary Schools in Tanzania: The Case of Mpanda District
… explored the reasons for higher rate of girls drop-out in Primary Schools in Tanzania with a focus on primary schools in Mpanda district. Its objectives included; determining reasons that contribute to girls drop-out in Mpanda district, investigating the effects of relationships that girls and …
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Using a Community-Based Participatory Research Approach to Address Individual and Community Health in Charleston, MS. The Initial Step: A Formative Needs Assessment
… greatest social concerns identified were high school drop out rate, teen pregnancy, poverty, domestic violence, poor housing, alcohol abuse, drugs, smoking, limited jobs, limited education, illiteracy, and few social opportunities. Findings revealed the environmental concerns were chemicals …
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Youth in conflict with the law: a case study of critical issues that arise in sentencing youth who are on the verge of adulthood
Crime among youth in South Africa is a very serious and complex problem because it encompasses a lot of social issues that are deeply rooted. These issues encompass but are not limited to poverty, unemployment, disorganised families and communities, association with deviant peers, easy …
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The impacts of parental mental illness on their children: An exploratory study conducted at Vhembe District of Limpopo province
… diagnosed females and 9.3% males; affecting about 970 million people worldwide (Our world in data, 2018). In South Africa, the rates of children who are exposed to parental mental illness are growing rapidly, leading to negative impacts on their children (Kamis, 2020). Therefore, the aim of …
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Challenges of grade progression and promotion in outcomes based education among educators of grade ten learners in the Western Cape. a case study of Emmerose secondary school
Within the field of secondary education in South Africa there is currently a major crisis over learners’ poor academic achievement. This is a challenge to all roleplayers,especially the high failure and drop-out rates in Grades 10 and 11. In this study the problem of grade progression and promotion …
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Long term effects of video and computer game heavy use on health, mental health and education outcomes among adolescents in the U.S.
… have investigated the associated negative outcomes of this putative mental health problem, such as academic failure, physical and mental health problems, but findings have been inconsistent and have methodological weaknesses. Most studies have been cross-sectional, which could not establish …
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Broken Circle: Urban Aboriginal Youth and the Drop-out Question
… the ages of 18-44) did not earn their secondary school diploma or equivalent. Given the lack of student voices found in existing studies (Schissel & Wortherspoon, 2003) and because of the concentration of urban Aboriginal persons in Sudbury (Statistics Canada: Aboriginal Conditions in Census …