Behavior Modification Instructions
I currently work in a self-contained behavior disorders
unit, in a school. When a student starts to have
escalating behaviors there are certain instructions
given to us that we are suppossed to follow. These
instructional steps help to establish consequences for
students who don't comply with the rules. These also
are measures that we need to take before more extreme
measures need to be taken, such a seat away, time-out
booth,and then a call to the police.
- Remove attention from the student who is displaying
inappropriate behavior, adn acknowledge other students
nearby who are exhibiting the expected behavior.
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Redirect the student to the expected behavior with a
gesture or verbal prompt, cite the classroom rule being
violated, and be sure to acknowledge subsequent
cooperation and displays of expected behavior by the
student.
- Secure the student's attention and clearly
inform him or her of the expected behavior, provide
immediate opportunities for practice, and acknowledge
the changed behavior when it occurs.
- Deliver a brief
warning by providing an opportunitiy for the student to
choose between displaying the expected behavior and
experiencing a penalty or loss of privlege.
- Deliver
the penalty or loss of privilege in a matter-of-fact
manner and do not argue with the student about details
of the penalty.
There are times when these aren't followed step by step.
For example if the student throws sciccors at another
student or teacher we immediatly restrain the student
put them in the time-out booth and call the cops.
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