Using ipads to self-monitor aggressive behavior of juvenile delinquents

The purposes of this study were to: a) examine the effects on self-monitoring using iPads for juvenile delinquents, b) increase appropriate behaviors and reduce verbal and physical aggression, and c) evaluate student satisfaction with the self-monitoring approach using iPads in behavior management. The participants included five African-American adjudicated males, aged 13, in a day treatment facility. They were instructed to self-monitor their behaviors using an iPad app to learn three appropriate behaviors including: 1) using appropriate language, 2) keeping hands to self, and 3) calming down when upset. A single subject design with ABAB phases was used for six weeks. A survey was given at the end to evaluate their satisfaction. Results showed that the use of iPads for self-monitoring yielded an increase in positive, non-aggressive behaviors. Students' responses in the survey revealed a 100% of satisfaction.

Name thesis:degree_name

M.A. Special Education

Level thesis:degree_level

Thesis

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Language, Literacy, and Special Education

Year dc:date.available

2014

Author dc:creator

• Nieman, Helena

Contributors dc:contributor

• Xin, Joy

• Problem youth--Behavior modification; Tablet computers; Self-monitoring
• Special Education and Teaching

Repository record dc:identifier

https://rdw.rowan.edu/etd/546

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:rdw.rowan.edu:etd-1545