NEW PUBLICATION ANNOUNCEMENT! Bergin, C., Roos, J., Khumalo, B., Brockmeier, L., Baron, O., & Vogts, A. (2026). Development and validation of the Prosocial Behavior in School Scale. Psychology in the Schools, 1-19. doi.org/10.1002/pits...

Development and Validation of the Prosocial Behavior in School Scale

This study reports on the development, factor structure, and validity indicators of the Prosocial Behavior in School Scale (PBSS) among 4264 sixth- to eighth-grade students in the United States. The ....

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It’s not easy for students to change ingrained habits. This education researcher offers her insights that she believes could be the difference between continued misbehavior and good conduct. #EWArchive

How to Fix Classroom Misbehavior (Opinion)

An insight from the science of habit can make all the difference between continued misbehavior and good conduct.

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We launched a new website! Check out our data and see stories from teachers to learn more about strategies that work. Connect with us at www.ProsocialClass.org

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Prosocial Development & Education A prosocial classroom is one where students are helpful, respectful, and cooperative with each other. When students become more prosocial, everyone benefits. The Powe...

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There’s no silver bullet to keeping students on track and disruptions at bay—a 2021 study notes that being an effective teacher “requires the adaptive application of a repertoire of different classroom management strategies.” Check out my latest on @edutopia.org: www.edutopia.org/article/smal...

8 Small But Impactful Classroom Management Shifts

How using subtle gestures, spatial awareness, and tone of voice can nudge your classroom toward smoother operations.

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Another successful trip to #AERA2025 for our Prosocial Research Lab team!

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The prosocial development lab is on @bsky.app! We partner with researchers, teachers, and agencies to help students become kinder and more engaged.

#AERA2025 - Join the SEL Special Interest Group business meeting Friday: tinyurl.com/23d4eyub And Social on Thursday: