First Advisor

Harding, Jennifer

Document Type

Dissertation

Date Created

8-2022

Department

College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, Teacher Education, Teacher Education Student Work

Abstract

An exploration of alternative education programs and their relationship to juvenile recidivism was the focus of this narrative analysis. A constructivist epistemology and an interpretivist paradigm formed the conceptual framework, both of which aligned with the theoretical framework of Zimmerman’s (2008) self-regulated learning theory. The research questions focused on how alternative education programs impacted juvenile recidivism with a focus on 10 alternative education participants in Southeast, Wyoming, who have participated in the juvenile justice system. The use of multiple cases, coding, and collaboration between the researcher and the participants were used to ensure trustworthiness of this research. Results indicated the effectiveness of alternative education programs were perceived to be beneficial in reducing juvenile recidivism among at-risk youth.

Extent

133 pages

Local Identifiers

VanRensselaer_unco_0161D_11045.pdf

Rights Statement

Copyright is held by the author.

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