Gang-Related Activity Is Increasing at the High School at Which

question 59

Multiple Choice

Gang-related activity is increasing at the high school at which you teach. At a faculty meeting,the school principal voices her concern that hostile interactions among members of rival gangs are becoming more frequent. You recall a case study in the textbook that describes how one middle school effectively reduced hostilities among three rival gangs. With the case study in mind,you suggest that the school:

• A)Encourage students to set high yet realistic goals for academic achievement.
• B)Teach students how to reinforce themselves for prosocial behavior.
• C)Develop strategies for enhancing students' self-efficacy with regard to interpersonal relationships.
• D)Engage gang members in open,honest discussions with one another about their grievances.

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