Process Evaluation of the Roots of Empathy Program

Aideen Gildea, Paul Connolly, Sarah Miller, Seaneen Sloan

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Abstract

This paper presents the findings of a qualitative process evaluation of the Roots of Empathy (ROE) programme. ROE is a universal, classroom-based intervention, which aims to enhance social and emotional learning of primary (elementary) school children. Effective delivery of such complex social interventions in real-world settings requires in-depth knowledge and understanding of factors that interact to influence implementation and fidelity. A case study methodology was employed with six schools, to explore the views of key actors and stakeholders involved in the delivery and receipt of the programme. Overall, ROE was delivered with high fidelity and the programme was viewed positively across the schools. However, one issue was the varied level of interest and awareness of the programme from parents.
Original languageEnglish
Publication statusPublished (in print/issue) - 1 Apr 2016
EventAmerican Educational Research Association Annual Meeting : Public Scholarship to Educate Diverse Democracies - Washington, D.C., United States
Duration: 2 Apr 201612 Apr 2016
https://www.aera.net/Events-Meetings/Annual-Meeting/Previous-Annual-Meetings/2016-Annual-Meeting

Conference

ConferenceAmerican Educational Research Association Annual Meeting : Public Scholarship to Educate Diverse Democracies
Abbreviated titleAERA 2016
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityWashington, D.C.
Period2/04/1612/04/16
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Bibliographical note

Paper presented at roundtable session 9: Social Emotional Interventions in Elementary Schools; Friday April 8; 14:15-15:45.

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