BEd Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Education Classroom Management and Behavior Analysis 2

Question 1

A student repeatedly talks out of turn during direct instruction. Which behavior management strategy should the teacher try FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Proximity control by moving near the student

Answer

Proximity control is a low-level, non-disruptive intervention that often stops minor misbehavior without escalating the situation.

Question 2

In Applied Behavior Analysis, what does the 'A' in the ABC model stand for?

Accepted Answer

Antecedent

Answer

The ABC model uses Antecedent (trigger), Behavior, and Consequence to analyze and understand behavioral patterns.

Question 3

Which seating arrangement best promotes collaborative group work in a classroom?

Accepted Answer

Clusters of desks in small groups

Answer

Cluster arrangements place students face-to-face, facilitating discussion, shared materials, and collaborative tasks.

Question 4

A teacher uses a token economy system. What is the PRIMARY purpose of tokens in this system?

Accepted Answer

To serve as conditioned reinforcers exchangeable for backup reinforcers

Answer

Tokens function as conditioned reinforcers that students earn and later exchange for preferred items or privileges.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of negative reinforcement in a classroom context?

Accepted Answer

Removing homework requirement when a student completes classwork quickly

Answer

Negative reinforcement increases behavior by removing an aversive stimulus, such as eliminating homework when classwork is completed.

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