Evaluating the effectiveness of a peer mediation program in an elementary school setting

<p>The purpose of this study was to describe and evaluate the effectiveness of a peer mediation program on students with behavioral problems and conflicts using an action research design. Further, it informed teachers, administrators, parents, and the guidance department as to the progress of the program.</p> <p>All students at Mennies Elementary School in Vineland had, if needed, the opportunity to be involved in the conflict resolution program. The participants in the program were in traditional, bilingual, and special education classes. All stakeholders served as the primary data-gathering instruments in the research. To determine if peer mediation improved the climate in the school and community, the intern relied on teacher, student, and parental feedback. Also used was an evaluation form completed by participating students in the peer mediation program.</p> <p>To determine the effectiveness of a peer mediation program for character building and positive conflict resolution strategies, the intern analyzed data on an ongoing basis. This analysis derived from information collected from student evaluation forms and feedback from teachers and parents.</p>

Name thesis:degree_name

M.A. in School Administration

Level thesis:degree_level

Thesis

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Educational Services and Leadership

Year dc:date.available

2003

Author dc:creator

• Davidson, Theresa M.

Contributors dc:contributor

• Capasso, Ronald L.

• Peer counseling of students
• Elementary and Middle and Secondary Education Administration

Repository record dc:identifier

https://rdw.rowan.edu/etd/1284

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:rdw.rowan.edu:etd-2284