CEP Student Behavior & Classroom Management 2

Question 1

A student repeatedly calls out answers without raising a hand. Which behavior management strategy is most appropriate to use first?

Accepted Answer

Provide a private reminder about the classroom rule for raising hands

Answer

A private, calm reminder about expectations addresses the behavior without embarrassing the student in front of peers.

Question 2

When using a token economy system, tokens should be given:

Accepted Answer

Immediately after the desired behavior occurs

Answer

Immediate reinforcement strengthens the connection between the behavior and the reward, making the token economy more effective.

Question 3

A paraprofessional notices two students about to fight in the hallway. The FIRST action should be to:

Accepted Answer

Alert a teacher or administrator while verbally de-escalating the situation

Answer

Paraprofessionals should alert certified staff and attempt verbal de-escalation, as physical intervention can be unsafe and may exceed their role.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a natural consequence?

Accepted Answer

A student who forgets their lunch goes hungry unless a teacher intervenes

Answer

A natural consequence is a direct result of the behavior itself without adult intervention, such as being hungry because no lunch was brought.

Question 5

A student diagnosed with ADHD consistently has difficulty remaining seated. The most appropriate accommodation would be to:

Accepted Answer

Provide scheduled movement breaks or allow use of a flexible seating option

Answer

Movement breaks and flexible seating address the neurological need for movement in students with ADHD without restricting their learning.

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