Behavior Management Techniques Flashcards

A student repeatedly calls out answers without raising their hand. Which strategy best addresses this behavior while maintaining participation?

Answer: Use a private signal or nonverbal cue to remind the student to raise their hand

Private nonverbal cues redirect behavior discreetly without embarrassing the student or disrupting the class.

What does 'differential reinforcement of incompatible behavior' (DRI) involve?

Answer: Reinforcing a behavior that cannot occur at the same time as the problem behavior

DRI reinforces a behavior physically incompatible with the problem behavior, making it impossible to do both simultaneously.

A student's tantrum behavior has been increasing despite consistent ignoring. What should the instructional aide consider?

Answer: Reviewing whether extinction is working or if an extinction burst is occurring

An extinction burst — a temporary increase in behavior before it decreases — is a normal part of the extinction process.

Which component is essential when writing a behavioral objective for a student with challenging behaviors?

Answer: A measurable, observable behavior with criteria and conditions

Behavioral objectives must be specific, observable, and measurable with clear criteria to track progress effectively.

What is the purpose of a 'behavior contract' in the classroom?

Answer: To create a written agreement between the student and teacher outlining expected behaviors and consequences

Behavior contracts clearly outline expectations, goals, and rewards/consequences that students agree to, increasing accountability.

During a group activity, one student begins disrupting peers. The instructional aide's FIRST response should be to:

Answer: Use proximity and low-level redirection before escalating consequences

Using proximity and low-level redirection addresses minor disruptions while preserving the learning environment for the whole group.

A student earns tokens throughout the day and exchanges them for a preferred activity. This is an example of:

Answer: A token economy system

A token economy uses symbols (tokens) that students earn and later exchange for backup reinforcers, shaping desired behavior.