Zewelanji Serpell

The link between executive control and achievement has prompted researchers to investigate whether executive control (EC) is malleable. A handful of studies on preschool and early elementary school programs incorporating techniques designed to improve executive control in the curriculum demonstrate significant improvements in early literacy and numeracy, and some even indicate sustained achievement gains in subsequent years. However, research exploring the malleability of executive control i...

The primary objective of this project is to develop and evaluate the efficacy of a package of intervention strategies designed to reduce the significant behavioral and academic challenges experienced by high school students with behavior disorders. In addition, the research team will conduct supplementary studies to address key issues in special education and are responsive to the needs of policymakers and secondary-level special education practitioners; broadly disseminate their findings; a...