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Research from the 80s and 90s showed that the school environment and classroom quality "dramatically influenced student behavior and learning."
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Period: to
Timespan
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IDEA provides specific criteria for EBD eligibility.
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Research emerges that suggests class sizes, relationships, social skills, and setting clear expectations should all be addressed before referral for identification is made.
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2000-present: Resarchers agree that engaging curriculum, a sense of responsibility for one's own actions, and an appropriate environment are all beneficial to students with EBD.
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PBIS becomes more widespread throughout schools. Use of tiers of intervention is helpful.