Carol Davis

This study will test the efficacy of a technology tool designed to improve the use and effectiveness of Tier 3 function-based behavior supports for students with chronic challenging behaviors. In the past two decades, there has been an increased focus on systems-wide positive behavioral supports to help student learning. However, educators often struggle to provide appropriate intervention options for students with complex needs. Barriers to implementing such Tier 3 interventions within a mu...

SMART PREP recruited five education researchers, one of whom resigned for a different postdoctoral position shortly after beginning, two in the first cohort (starting in 2018) and three in the second cohort (starting in 2020). The remaining 4 fellows each received 2 years of training and mentoring. The focus of their training was to prepare them to conduct relevant, high-quality research focused on the social and behavioral contexts for academic learning and the use of mental health strategi...