Önleyici Müdahale Biliminde Alternatif Düşünme Stratejilerini Destekleme Programı
Articles > Article · 2011
Authors: Şakire KARABAY, Tugce B Arda Tuncdemir
International Journal of Early Childhood Special Education, Journal Indexed in SCI Expanded, International, Scopus, 2011, vol 3, pp 175-191
Summary
<p>When the studies conducted in the preventive intervention field are evaluated, it is seen<br /> that intense discussions continue about the efficiencies, effectiveness, implementation<br /> process, adaptation and how these programs are implemented regarding different<br /> cultures. The goal of this study is to report developments of theoretical and practical in<br /> preventive intervention science and to introduce Promoting Alternative Thinking<br /> Strategies- PATHS program that is scientifically proven many times in terms of<br /> effectiveness and has become widespread gradually in many countries. PATHS is a<br /> universal school-based preventive intervention program which can be used to improve<br /> emotional social competence and reduce aggression and behavior problems for all<br /> children (both regular and special education) beginning in the preschool years through<br /> the end of elementary school. This study will build an intellectual base for practices of<br /> daily life and gaining prevalence for studies related to preventive intervention programs in early childhood education institutions. In this article problems encountered during<br /> implementation and requiring solutions critical issues will be discussed and<br /> recommendations will be made to resolve them. In this context, this study will contribute<br /> to preventive programs that are developed by considering problems and challenges in<br /> Turkish society and to the research based on comparison.</p> <p>Key Words: Preschool Education Programs, Social Competence, Problem Solving Skills,<br /> Teacher- Child Relationship</p>