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Nisar, Hiren; Elgin, Dallas; Bradshaw, Catherine; Dolan, Virginia; Frey, Andy; Horner, Rob; Owens, Julie; Perales, Kelly; Sutherland, Kevin – 2M Research, 2022
In recent decades, research and practice have shown that investing in a positive school-wide social culture is a key component of effective education. Evidence demonstrates that educators and students succeed when students are present, engaged, socially secure, and academically successful. Developed by 2M Research in conjunction with an expert…
Descriptors: Elementary School Students, Elementary School Teachers, Special Education, Students with Disabilities
2M Research, 2022
Whole-school or whole-class programs designed to promote positive behavior can enhance the likelihood that effective teaching and learning occur for all students. This practice guide is intended to help elementary education educators, as well as school and district administrators and parents, implement and support effective prevention-focused…
Descriptors: Elementary School Students, Student Behavior, Guides, Prevention
Fettig, Angel; Schultz, Tia R.; Ostrosky, Michaelene M. – Young Exceptional Children, 2013
Challenging behavior is often a source of frustration for parents. Challenging behavior is defined as any behavior that interferes with children's learning and development, is harmful to children and to others, and puts a child at risk for later social problems or school failure (Bailey & Wolery, 1992; Kaiser & Rasminsky, 2003). Children's…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Social Problems, Change Strategies, Educational Strategies
Strayhorn, Joseph; Rhodes, Lessie Anne – Pointer, 1985
Shaping behavior by reinforcing a series of successive approximations is discussed, and procedures for promoting internal shaping in children are described. Instructions are given for the "shaping game," by which parents and children can learn the techniques. (CL)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Modification, Disabilities, Reinforcement
Merrell, Kenneth W. – Techniques, 1987
The article discusses the rationale and advantages of school-based parent training in child behavior management. The research literature on behavioral parent training is reviewed. Information on packaged behavioral parent training programs, as well as other resources for practitioners and parents, is provided. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Problems, Instructional Materials, Parent Education

Eklof, Melanie – PTA Today, 1984
Terminally ill children need support from peers, teachers, and parents to cope with their disease. Suggestions for helping all parties deal with the problems that arise are discussed. (DF)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Coping, Death, Diseases
Kosciw, Joseph G.; Diaz, Elizabeth M.; Colic, Danica M.; Goldin, Roman – Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network, 2005
Name-calling and bullying are pervasive in American schools. This project, No Name- Calling Week, is an annual week of educational activities aimed at ending name-calling of all kinds and providing schools with the tools and inspiration to launch an on-going dialogue about ways to eliminate bullying in their communities and ensure safe and…
Descriptors: Bullying, Student Attitudes, Behavior Change, Program Effectiveness
Crist, Mary Jo; And Others – 1986
Written for parents and other caregivers, this handbook describes techniques and strategies to use to effectively change children's behavior when it is necessary to do so. The first three sections focus on the need for caregivers to understand themselves, their tolerance levels, preferences, and needs in order to clarify their strengths and…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Discipline, Family Environment, Guidance
Janney, Rachel; And Others – 1989
This booklet is designed for parents and educators of people with both developmental disabilities and serious behavior problems. It outlines a problem-solving process to develop positive, nonaversive ways to address serious behavior problems at home and school or in the community. Examples and sample worksheets are offered and blank worksheets…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Problems, Developmental Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education
Murphy, James, Ed.; Hobbs, Barbara – News Digest, 1987
This edition of the newsletter of the National Information Center for Handicapped Children and Youth introduces methods used to change children's behavior and help them acquire the skills needed to work with others, have friendships, achieve independence, and enjoy normal social relationships. Brief articles have the following titles: "Social…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Communication Skills, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education
Sparzo, Frank J. – 1985
This booklet is about changing human behavior in everyday settings in the school and home. The approach to human behavior outlined is called "behavior analysis," which is based on that approach to psychology called the exerimental analysis of behavior. The ABC model of behavior is explained. In this model, the A refers to the "antecedent" that…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems, Change Strategies
Christophersen, Edward R.; Mortweet, Susan L. – 2003
Noting that from babyhood through the school years, children learn by observing and interacting with their parents, this book draws on nearly 40 years of combined professional experience to offer practical advice, explain proven strategies, and identify the fundamental skills parents need to encourage positive behavior without the need for…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Child Rearing, Coping, Discipline

Emerick, Linda J. – Preventing School Failure, 1989
To help reverse the underachievement pattern in gifted students, educators should seek out less-evident indicators of strengths and abilities, incorporate those abilities into the classroom curriculum, recognize evidence of a sustained will to learn, and be realistic and optimistic about signs of improvement. (PB)
Descriptors: Academic Failure, Behavior Change, Classroom Techniques, Elementary Secondary Education

Wilson, Mike – Focus on Autistic Behavior, 1995
A toilet training method for autistic children is described, involving selection of one optimum time per day and challenging the child to urinate. Other toileting times are added, and eventually the youngster is rewarded for remaining dry. Appended are a training data sheet and instructions on using time-out to reduce severe problems. (Author/SW)
Descriptors: Autism, Behavior Change, Early Childhood Education, Habit Formation
Fisher-Collins, Ramona – 1994
This parent and teacher guide considers discipline for children with Tourette Syndrome (TS) who have difficulty with behavioral compliance. Discipline is defined primarily as "training to act in accordance with rules," and is not punishment but involves teaching self-control and observance of societal expectations. Controversy and…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems, Discipline