Student Retention
This action research presents a case study that evaluates the consequences of retention. The case study involves a five-year-old student whose academic gains throughout initial Kindergarten year were below acceptable standards of learning. Qualitative and quantitative data is use to investigate whether repeating a grade is helpful or harmful. State mandated testing data and current computer application is used to measure academic growth. Parent interviews provide information regarding student’s attitude about school throughout retention year. Data collected after seven months was compared with previous year. The results support retention as an effective strategy to allow students an opportunity to achieve acceptable standards of learning.
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