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Implementation Challenges and Training Needs for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs in Wisconsin High Schools

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Title: Implementation Challenges and Training Needs for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs in Wisconsin High Schools
Language: English
Authors: Burkard, Alan W., Gillen, Mark, Martinez, Michael J., Skytte, Sarah
Source: Professional School Counseling. Dec 2012 16(2):136-145.
Availability: American School Counselor Association. 1101 King Street Suite 625, Alexandria, VA 22314. Tel: 703-683-2722; Fax: 703-683-1619; e-mail: asca@schoolcounselor.org; Web site: http://www.schoolcounselor.org
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 10
Publication Date: 2012
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: High Schools
Secondary Education
Descriptors: School Counselors, School Counseling, High Schools, Educational Needs, Counseling Services, Program Implementation, Academic Achievement, Professional Development, Counselor Training, Surveys, Public Schools, Measures (Individuals), Correlation, Program Evaluation, Progressive Education
Geographic Terms: Wisconsin
DOI: 10.5330/PSC.n.2012-16.136
ISSN: 1096-2409
Abstract: The data from this study details the challenges to implementing comprehensive school counseling programs in Wisconsin high schools. Results suggest that current professional development training practices may be ineffective in assisting high school counselors to implement key components of the ASCA National Model in their schools. This article discusses obstacles to conducting more rigorous, statewide evaluations, and describes connections to markers of student success. (Contains 3 tables.)
Abstractor: As Provided
Number of References: 22
Entry Date: 2013
Accession Number: EJ996036
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:The data from this study details the challenges to implementing comprehensive school counseling programs in Wisconsin high schools. Results suggest that current professional development training practices may be ineffective in assisting high school counselors to implement key components of the ASCA National Model in their schools. This article discusses obstacles to conducting more rigorous, statewide evaluations, and describes connections to markers of student success. (Contains 3 tables.)
ISSN:1096-2409
DOI:10.5330/PSC.n.2012-16.136