scholarly journals Is Fidelity of Implementation of an Anti-Bullying Policy Related to Student Bullying and Teacher Protection of Students?

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 112
Author(s):  
William J. Hall ◽  
Hayden C. Dawes
Keyword(s):  
North Carolina ◽  
Policy Implementation ◽  
Implementation Fidelity ◽  
The State ◽  
Fidelity Of Implementation ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Student Knowledge ◽  
Bullying Policy ◽  
K 12 ◽  
Reporting Procedures

Bullying is a significant school problem. Policies have been developed to reduce bullying, yet little is known about their implementation, which must occur for these policies to have an effect. This study examines associations between the overall implementation of a state anti-bullying policy and implementation of specific components outlined in the policy with two outcomes: bullying among students and teacher protection of students. Data were collected from 588 educators in K-12 schools across North Carolina a year following the enactment of an anti-bullying law in the state. Results show that overall policy implementation fidelity is inversely related to student bullying and positively related to teacher protection. In addition, the implementation of certain policy components (i.e., educator and student knowledge of bullying reporting procedures, training of educators about protected classes from bullying, student knowledge of protected classes, and educators reporting and remediating bullying based on protected classes) is significantly related to the outcomes. Thus, the implementation of certain anti-bullying policy components may be more potent in addressing bullying. Future research should identify constellations of policy strategies that need to be activated in schools to eliminate bullying.

Longitudinal Associations Between SWPBIS Fidelity of Implementation and Behavior and Academic Outcomes

2018 ◽  
Vol 43 (3) ◽  
pp. 357-369 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jerin Kim ◽  
Kent McIntosh ◽  
Sterett H. Mercer ◽  
Rhonda N. T. Nese
Keyword(s):  
Academic Outcomes ◽  
Behavioral Interventions ◽  
Implementation Fidelity ◽  
Discipline Referrals ◽  
Fidelity Of Implementation ◽  
Office Discipline Referrals ◽  
Positive Behavioral Interventions ◽  
School Suspensions ◽  
K 12 ◽  
And Behavior

The purpose of this study was to examine associations between implementation fidelity of school-wide positive behavioral interventions and supports (SWPBIS) and student outcomes over time. The sample included 477 K–12 schools across 10 states implementing SWPBIS for varying numbers of years and at varying levels of fidelity (but with 78% of schools at or above established fidelity criteria). Results indicate that, in general, schools showed a decline in office discipline referrals (ODRs) and out-of-school suspensions (OSSs) over 3 years. SWPBIS fidelity of implementation was positively associated with initial levels of ODRs and OSSs, and the relations between fidelity and OSSs varied based on years of SWPBIS implementation. Levels of fidelity did not predict change in ODRs or OSSs. Despite no statistically significant associations between fidelity and student academic outcomes, schools that had implemented SWPBIS for 3 years or more had higher achievement in mathematics after controlling for prior achievement.

Relations between State and Local Governments

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carol S. Weissert ◽  
Jessica L. Ice
Keyword(s):  
Policy Implementation ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
The State ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Local Autonomy ◽  
Different Types ◽  
State Oversight ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
State And Local

This chapter reviews research on relations between state and local governments. The authors focus on the different types of local governmental units and their relationship to the state, decentralization and local autonomy, and state oversight and funding in policy implementation. The authors summarize the strengths and weaknesses of research on state–local relationships and offer suggestions for future research questions.

Status of Band and Orchestra Programs in North Carolina

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-65
Author(s):  
David S. Miller ◽  
Rebecca B. MacLeod ◽  
Jennifer S. Walter
Keyword(s):  
North Carolina ◽  
Public Schools ◽  
Music Education ◽  
Instrumental Music ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Instrumental Music Education ◽  
The North ◽  
Music Program ◽  
Teaching Responsibilities ◽  
K 12

The purpose of this study was to examine K–12 instrumental music education in North Carolina. Specifically, we investigated course offerings, teacher demographics, teaching responsibilities, and music program funding. We administered a survey to the members of the North Carolina Music Educators Association listserv who indicated band or orchestra as their teaching area. Participants identified themselves as teachers of orchestra ( n = 44), band ( n = 173), or a hybrid of both ( n = 17). Of schools that offered instrumental music, 95% offered band and 36% offered orchestra. More than 20% of orchestra teachers were “very likely to retire within 5 years.” The majority of teachers relied on fundraising to provide adequate music education for students. Results of this study were analyzed and compared to national averages reported in the Give a Note Foundation’s 2017 report: The Status of Music Education in United States Public Schools. Implications for orchestra teachers, music programs, music teacher preparation curriculum, and future research are discussed.

The “State” of Nonprofit Lobbying Research: Data, Definitions, and Directions for Future Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 47 (4_suppl) ◽  
pp. 204S-217S ◽  
Author(s):  
Christopher R. Prentice
Keyword(s):  
North Carolina ◽  
Future Study ◽  
State Level ◽  
The State ◽  
Internal Revenue Service ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Public Charities ◽  
Subsequent Section ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Scholarly Inquiry

This article seeks to facilitate future nonprofit lobbying research by providing a clear definition of lobbying, reviewing Form 990 lobbying data, detailing new state-level lobbying information, and offering several directions for future study. First, the article uses federal statutes, Internal Revenue Service regulations, and legal interpretations to define lobbying so that clearer boundaries exist for future research. Next, the components of Form 990 where public charities report lobbying activities and expenses are reviewed. Given the intricacies of Form 990 and the complexity associated with properly allocating expenses, various scholars question the validity of expense data obtained from Form 990. Hence, in the subsequent section, the article introduces publicly available lobbying information from the State of North Carolina. These data offer an information-rich supplement to Form 990 data and demonstrate the potential usefulness of state-level nonprofit information for scholarly inquiry. The article concludes with guidance and recommendations for future research.

scholarly journals Role of Pharmacists in Hormonal Contraceptive Access: A Survey of North Carolina Pharmacists

Pharmacy ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 191
Author(s):  
Gwen J Seamon ◽  
Allison Burke ◽  
Casey R Tak ◽  
Amy Lenell ◽  
Macary Weck Marciniak ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
North Carolina ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Hormonal Contraception ◽  
Community Pharmacists ◽  
The United States ◽  
The State ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Potential Barriers

The role of pharmacy in healthcare continues to evolve as pharmacists gain increased clinical responsibilities in the United States, such as the opportunity to prescribe hormonal contraception. Currently, North Carolina (NC) pharmacists do not have this ability. While previous research focused on the perceptions of community pharmacists surrounding this practice, no previous research surveyed all pharmacists in a state. This cross-sectional, web-based survey was distributed to all actively licensed pharmacists residing in the state of NC in November 2018. The primary objective was to determine the likelihood of NC community pharmacists to prescribe hormonal contraception. Secondary outcomes included: evaluation of all respondent support and perceptions of this practice as advocacy occurs on the state organization level and unified support is critical; opinions regarding over-the-counter (OTC) status of contraception; and potential barriers to prescribing. Overall, 83% of community pharmacists were likely to prescribe hormonal contraception. No differences in likelihood to prescribe were detected between geographic settings. Community pharmacists reported that the most common barriers to impact prescribing were added responsibility and liability (69.8%) and time constraints (67.2%). Fewer than 10% of respondents felt that hormonal contraception should be classified as OTC (7.9%). Noncommunity pharmacists were significantly more likely to agree that prescribing hormonal contraception allows pharmacists to practice at a higher level, that increased access to hormonal contraception is an important public health issue, and that rural areas would benefit from pharmacist-prescribed hormonal contraception. Overall, this study found a willingness to prescribe and support from the majority of both community and noncommunity pharmacists. Limitations of the study included a low response rate and potential nonresponse bias. Future research is needed to address solutions to potential barriers and uptake of this practice, if implemented.

Pets and Evacuation: An Ongoing Challenge in Disasters

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ashley K. Farmer ◽  
Sarah E. DeYoung ◽  
Tricia Wachtendorf
Keyword(s):  
North Carolina ◽  
Companion Animals ◽  
State Level ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The State ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Weather Events ◽  
Surge Flooding ◽  
Hurricane Storm Surge ◽  
Eastern North Carolina

Abstract Pet ownership may continue to be an impediment to evacuation and sheltering for disasters, despite the passage of the 2006 PETS Act. Many Americans consider pets to be a part of the family, and are hesitant to follow evacuate orders if they cannot bring household pets along. We present findings of qualitative data collected from residents in eastern North Carolina, an area that is susceptible to hurricane storm surge flooding, and other severe weather events. Additionally, analysis of hazard mitigation plans for the state of North Carolina and the four areas in which the data were collected reveal that the state level plan includes significant planning for pets, while the local hazard plans do not dedicate plans to address evacuation and sheltering of companion animals. Implications for future research include clear communication about pet friendly shelters, broader inclusion and protection of vulnerable animals that are tied to the human and environmental well-being, and updating local mitigation plans to include specific plans for including animals in evacuation.

scholarly journals The Role of School Context in Implementing a Statewide Anti-Bullying Policy and Protecting Students

2016 ◽  
Vol 32 (4) ◽  
pp. 507-539 ◽  
Author(s):  
William J. Hall ◽  
Mimi V. Chapman
Keyword(s):  
Elementary Schools ◽  
Policy Implementation ◽  
School Administrators ◽  
School Context ◽  
Implementation Fidelity ◽  
Student Service ◽  
Bullying Policy ◽  
Complex Process ◽  
Student Suspensions ◽  
Education Support

Bullying is a significant problem in U.S. schools. Policies have been developed to reduce bullying, yet policy implementation by educators is an essential yet difficult and complex process. Few studies have investigated factors that act as barriers to or facilitators of bullying policy implementation and teacher protection of students. This study examined the influence of school context on educators’ capacity to implement a statewide bullying law and protect students from bullying following the enactment of the policy. Data were collected from 505 educators in 324 schools. School administrators tended to rate fidelity of policy implementation and teacher protection of students higher than teachers, education support professionals, and student service professionals. Policy implementation fidelity scores were higher in high schools than elementary schools. School size and the prevalence of student suspensions were inversely related to implementation fidelity. Higher levels of teacher protection were reported in elementary schools.

scholarly journals Negotiating (dis-)engagement in K-12 blended learning

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nina Bergdahl ◽  
Melissa Bond
Keyword(s):  
Active Learning ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Socially Disadvantaged ◽  
Leadership Engagement ◽  
Upper Secondary ◽  
K 12 ◽  
Engagement And Disengagement

AbstractIt is well-recognised that engagement is critical for learning and school success. Engagement (and disengagement) are, however, also influenced by context. Thus, as digital technologies add complexity to the educational context, they influence classroom leadership, lesson designs and related practices, and thereby engagement. Despite being critical, engagement and disengagement are not well explored concerning these influences, with a lack of research undertaken within socially disadvantaged schools. In this qualitative study, 14 classroom observations were conducted, during five months, in twelve classes in an upper secondary school in Sweden, along with dialogues with teachers (n=12) and students (n=32). The data were analysed using thematic analysis and descriptive statistics. Identified themes include digital context, teacher leadership, engagement and disengagement. A network of relations between the (dis-)engagement compound and themes is presented. The results identified processes in which engagement shifted into disengagement and vice versa; in particular, that the intention of active learning does not automatically translate to active learning for all students, although teachers employed a higher work pace than did their students. Teacher self-efficacy and awareness of how to manage digital technologies in and outside the classroom was found to play a vital role in facilitating engagement. Understanding the (dis-)engagement compound in blended learning environments is key to inform active and visible learning for future research and supportive organisational structures.

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