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  • - This study examined how connected technologies can improve the implementation of evidence-based practices in after-school programs, particularly focusing on the PAX Good Behavior Game (PAX GBG).
  • - Staff feedback from focus groups indicated a positive response to the technology, which played a key role in shaping future development and improvements.
  • - Results from statistical analyses showed that programs using tech-enhanced scoreboards performed better in implementing behavioral strategies compared to traditional in-person methods, signifying the potential of technology in enhancing program effectiveness.

Article Abstract

This demonstration study explored the use of connected technologies in a continuous quality improvement (CQI) approach to implementing evidence-based practices in after-school. Focus-group with staff indicated enjoyment of technology and offered feedback for future development. Ecological momentary assessments (EMA) were gathered daily. Three randomized conditions were compared among 4 programs and 12 staff implementing PAX Good Behavior Game (PAX GBG). ANOVA, Post-Hoc Tukey and Chi-square analyses indicated that the tech-enhanced condition showed better implementation using scoreboards than the in-person, while similar in game length. Both were superior to the control in behavioral strategies; highlighting the promise of technology in capacity-building.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6936749PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15228835.2019.1588190DOI Listing

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