Embedding Culturally Responsive Practices Into SRSD (Self-Regulated Strategy Development) With Self-Determination for Youth With or at Risk for Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

• In Event: AERA Roundtable Session Thursday 3:35 pm Four Seasons Ballroom 2-3
  In Roundtable Session: Investigating Behavior Through a Culturally Responsive Lens for Students With Emotional and/or Behavioral Disorders (Table 3)

Abstract

Youth with or at-risk for emotional and behavioral disorders (EBD) in restrictive education settings experience considerable challenges with the writing process leading to low levels of self-determination. This is particularly true for English learners (ELs) who are developing proficiency in the English language. One strategy to support the writing needs of youth with or at-risk for EBD is the self-regulated strategy development (SRSD) instructional approach with self-determination skill instruction. This article provides strategies for embedding culturally responsive practices into SRSD with self-determination to better support the needs of this population. Special considerations and adaptations for restrictive education settings are discussed.

Author

• Allyson A. Pitzel, University of Alabama