Program Description

"The Zones of Regulation is the original framework and curriculum (Kuypers, 2011) that develops awareness of feelings, energy and alertness levels while exploring a variety of tools and strategies for regulation, prosocial skills, self-care, and overall wellness. "

Cost

No cost to use principles of program. Training workshops available at a cost. $59.99 For curriculum book. $120.00 for online curriculum subscription.

Intended Population

• Core
• Intervention

Grade

• Elementary School
• Middle School
• High School

Intended Group Size

• Individual
• Small group
• Classroom

ELL/DLL

• None

Multisensory Applications

• Yes

Computer-Based Delivery

• None

Scripted

• Instructor Scripted

Comprehensive or Skill Specific

• Skill Specific

Placement Tests

• No

Accelerated Learning

• No

Assessment to Monitor Skills Mastery

• No

Error Correction Built In

• No

Fidelity Measures Provided by Publisher

• No

Research Summary

Literature review indicated mixed results. In some studies, students showed a generally positive change with self-regulation as a result of the program. Other studies, including one randomized controlled trial, found no significant differences in student behavior or disciplinary referrals. No improvements in academics between pre- and posttests were reported.

Study Citations

Romanowycz, L., Azar, Z., Dang, H., & Fan, Y. (2021). The effectiveness of the Zones of Regulation curriculum in improving self-regulation and/or behaviour in students. The Allied Health Scholar, 2(2).

Ochocki, Stephanie; Frey, Andy J.; Patterson, David A.; Herron, Freida; Beck, Natalie; and Dupper, David R. (2020) "Evaluating the Zones of Regulation® intervention to improve the self-control of elementary students," International Journal of School Social Work: Vol. 5: Iss. 2. https://doi.org/10.4148/2161-4148.1046

Valkanos, C., M. B., McGuire, M. D., Frederico, A., Kernan, B., & Mohr, A. (2016). Impact of modified "Zones of Regulation" curriculum on preschool students. Rush University.

Yack, L. E. Intervention to increase self-regulation in kindergarten students (Unpublished doctoral dissertation). Saint Joseph's University.

Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)

• Insufficient evidence