Definitions
This term describes anything a person does that can be observed and measured.
What is behavior?
This occurs right before a behavior.
What is an antecedent?
This is earned after work and makes it more likely the person will work again.
What is a paycheck?
These types of expectations should be clear and positively stated.
What are behavioral expectations?
When addressing behavior, you should stay this way.
What is calm (or collected)?
A feeling like “being angry” is a non-example of this.
What is observable behavior?
This follows a behavior but is not always a punishment.
What is a consequence?
A system where students earn tokens and exchange them for a reward.
What is a token economy?
This strategy uses pictures or visuals to show students the schedule.
What is a visual schedule?
This type of language should be used when correcting behavior.
What is neutral language?
This happens after a behavior and increases the likelihood it will happen again.
What is reinforcement?
The ABCs of behavior stand for these three components.
What are antecedent, behavior, and consequence?
The type of praise that should always accompany reinforcement.
What is verbal praise?
“First work, then iPad” is an example of this support.
What is a first/then chart?
This technique helps the student return to calm by stepping away from the situation.
What is a cooling-off period or break?
Walking, throwing, or raising a hand are examples of this.
What is observable behavior?
This explains why behavior doesn’t happen “out of the blue.”
What is the presence of an antecedent?
Reinforcement should be this frequent throughout the day.
What is all day long or frequent?
This strategy uses timers, checklists, or proximity to help manage behavior.
What are visual supports?
A non-verbal signal like a hand gesture or proximity is called this.
What is a visual cue or proximity control?
“Refusing” or “being happy” are considered this kind of example.
What are non-examples of behavior?
This type of factor, like pain or hunger, might not be visible but can influence behavior.
What is an internal antecedent?
These are three examples of behaviors that should be reinforced.
What are participation, replacement behaviors, and functional communication?
This process includes observing and changing strategies based on student behavior.
What is monitor and adjust?
This reactive strategy includes redirecting attention or offering choices.
What are redirection and distraction?