Functions
Name the four functions of behavior.
S
E
A
T
Sensory (Automatic)
Escape (Avoidance)
Attention
Tangible
A = ?
B = ?
C = ?
A = Antecedent
B = Behavior
C = Consequence
True or False: Everyone is reinforced by candy.
False: Everyone is reinforced by candy.
Reinforcers are different for everyone.
Preferences are not necessarily reinforcers.
Reinforcers increase behavior.
Instead of telling someone what they shouldn't do ("Don't run"), tell them what behavior you want to see instead ("Please ________").
Instead of telling someone what they shouldn't do ("Don't run"), tell them what behavior you want to see instead ("Please walk").
_________ is important because it helps us track behavior change over time and make decisions about interventions.
Data is important because it helps us track behavior change over time and make decisions about interventions.
Asking for _______ addresses both escape and attention functions.
Asking for help addresses both escape and attention functions.
Which of these are observable, measurable behaviors?
-Acting out
-Out of seat
-Swearing
-Respectful behavior
-Getting mad
-Bouncing leg up and down
Which of these are observable, measurable behaviors?
-Acting out
-Out of seat
-Swearing
-Respectful behavior
-Getting mad
-Bouncing leg up and down
True or False: When a behavior is reinforced, it is more likely to occur under similar conditions in the future.
True: When a behavior is reinforced, it is more likely to occur under similar conditions in the future.
Give an example of specific verbal praise.
Example: Great job starting your work independently!
Avoid ________________.
Remain ______________.
Avoid power struggles.
Remain neutral.
True or False: Approaching a student on their level, speaking in a low volume, and using visual/written aides are all ways to minimize peer attention for inappropriate behavior.
True: Approaching a student on their level, speaking in a low volume, and using visual/written aides are all ways to minimize peer attention for inappropriate behavior.
Jane cried for 2 minutes, dropped her pencil 3 times, and answered 4 out of 5 problems on her worksheet correctly.
Frequency =
Duration =
% Accuracy =
Jane cried for 2 minutes, dropped her pencil 3 times, and answered 4 out of 5 problems on her worksheet correctly.
Frequency = 3 (pencil drops)
Duration = 2 minutes (crying)
% Accuracy = 80% (worksheet answers)
________ goes where reinforcement flows.
Behavior goes where reinforcement flows.
Name 2 choices you could give a student starting an assignment.
Examples:
Do you want to sit in this chair or that chair?
Do you want to write or type?
Do you want to start with problem 1 or 2?
Do you want to read the problem or do you want me to read it?
Keep expectations and consequences clear and _____________.
Keep expectations and consequences clear and consistent.
If a student is sent out of class and engages in a 1:1 discussion with an adult, which two functions do we need to consider?
Escape/Avoidance and Attention
Jack's teacher puts a math worksheet on his desk. Jack puts his head down. His teacher walks away.
A =
B =
C =
Jack's teacher puts a math worksheet on his desk. Jack puts his head down. His teacher walks away.
A = Jack's teacher puts a math worksheet on his desk
B = Jack puts his head down
C =His teacher walks away
True or False: Slot machines use continuous reinforcement.
True or False: Slot machines use continuous reinforcement (reinforce every instance of behavior).
Slot machines use intermittent reinforcement (only reinforce some instances of behavior).
If a student is engaging in a behavior for ____________, it may be helpful to praise nearby students for engaging in appropriate behavior instead of directly commenting on the student's inappropriate behavior.
If a student is engaging in a behavior for attention, it may be helpful to praise nearby students for engaging in appropriate behavior instead of directly commenting on the student's inappropriate behavior.
True or False: Asking a student if they want a break and prompting the student to request a break are the same thing.
False: Asking a student if they want a break and prompting the student to request a break are the same thing.
Mr. Leonard is driving to work. Another car cuts into his lane and then slows down to 10 mph below the speed limit. Mr. Leonard swears (use your imagination). Both cars continue driving.
What is the potential function of swearing in this example?
Automatic/Sensory
______________ determine the function of a behavior.
Consequences determine the function of a behavior.
Reinforcement is most effective when it is delivered ___________, and when __________ for the reinforcer is high.
Reinforcement is most effective when it is delivered immediately, and when motivation for the reinforcer is high.
Demonstrate behavior momentum.
Example: Sit down (praise), high five, pick up pencil (praise), read problem 1 (praise), try problem 1
We want to focus on teaching appropriate replacement behaviors to address the same _______________ the interfering behaviors are currently serving.
We want to focus on teaching appropriate replacement behaviors to address the same functions the interfering behaviors are currently serving.