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Using Connected Technologies in a Continuous Quality Improvement Approach in after-school Settings: The PAX Good Behavior Game

Year: 2019

Type: 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.

Source: Journal of Technology in Human Services

DOI: 10.1080/15228835.2019.1588190

Authors: Yasemin Cava-Tadik, Emilie Phillips Smith, Dian Yu, Megan Leathers, Jaelyn R. Farris

Institutions: University of Georgia, Pennsylvania State University, Youngstown State University

Language: English

Topic: Behavioral and Psychological Studies

Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funders: Pennsylvania State University, National Institutes of Health, National Institute on Drug Abuse