Date of Award
12-1983
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
Psychology
First Advisor
Dr. Richard W. Malott
Second Advisor
Dr. David Lyon
Third Advisor
Dr. Jack Michael
Access Setting
Masters Thesis-Open Access
Abstract
This study was designed to train Black college freshman to be effectively assertive in their interactions with the University faculty and staff. Thirty freshman students were randomly assigned to two groups of fifteen each, the control group and the training group. Following the pretest, the training group took part in a 32-hour assertiveness training program. The program consisted of modeling, coaching, behavior rehearsal, peer and trainer feedback, homework, self-recording and instructional training. These techniques were used to train students to effectively use nonverbal skills, assertive content and select appropriate conflict management strategies. The control group received no formal training. Significant differences were found between the training group and the control group on both the written and behavioral portion of the posttest.
Recommended Citation
Barnes, Ollie G., "Assertiveness Training for Black College Freshmen" (1983). Masters Theses. 1563.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/masters_theses/1563