Date of Award
Spring 4-27-2015
Document Type
Education 530 Project
Degree Name
Master of Science
Department
Education
First Advisor
Gentry, Roberta
Major or Concentration
Elementary Education
Abstract
The purpose of this research study was to measure the affects of teaching social skills on students' behavior. Social skills instruction was implemented through morning meetings at the beginning of the school day for about 30 minutes, 2-3 days a week. Students worked on such skills as effective communication, teamwork, collaboration, and good listening, etc. This was a qualitative study therefore, information collected on the students included field notes, student completed self-evaluations, and a final survey. Overall, the data shows that most students improved their behavior and felt that morning meeting help create a more positive, comfortable class environment.
Recommended Citation
Gigantiello, Kathryn, "The Effects of Teaching Social Skills on Students' Behavior: A Qualitative Study" (2015). Student Research Submissions. 135.
https://scholar.umw.edu/student_research/135