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Direct linkGersib, Jenna A.; Mason, Sarah – Behavioral Disorders, 2023
Students with emotional-behavioral disorders (EBDs) often learn in alternative classroom settings to provide more intensive instruction that meets their educational needs. Although research has demonstrated promise for several behavior intervention practices in general education settings, the generalizability of these practices to more restricted…
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Emotional Disturbances, Students with Disabilities, Intervention
Download full textFerguson, Miriam – Kairaranga, 2013
This paper examines the literature in the area of praise. It considers definitions of praise, types of praise and the effects of praise on learning and behaviour, particularly as it relates to motivation. The evidence base for effective praise is discussed and recommendations for classroom practice are highlighted.
Descriptors: Literature Reviews, Definitions, Positive Reinforcement, Motivation Techniques
Peer reviewedMoroz, Kristyn B.; Jones, Kevin M. – School Psychology Review, 2002
Examines the effects of structured peer praise on the social involvement of 3 socially withdrawn children. Each child's teacher implemented Positive Peer Reporting (PPR), which consisted of rewarding classmates for publicly praising the social behavior of the participant during brief, daily sessions. Results indicated that PPR was effective for…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Interpersonal Competence, Peer Relationship, Positive Reinforcement
Peer reviewedCheney, Christine O. – Computers in the Schools, 1990
Reviews the uses of computer technology for students with behavior disorders. Three categories of applications are discussed: (1) computerized instruction to enhance academic skills or achievement; (2) computers used as reinforcers to modify behavior; and (3) the use of computers to improve social skills or interpersonal deficits. (14 references)…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Behavior Disorders, Behavior Modification, Computer Assisted Instruction
Peer reviewedChandler, Lynette K.; And Others – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1992
A retrospective review of 51 studies from 22 journals (1976 to 1990) concerning generalization of social skills training with preschool children was conducted. Strategies employed by the most successful studies were identified, such as addressing functional target behaviors; using prompts, positive reinforcement, and feedback strategies; and…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Problems, Early Intervention, Feedback
Peer reviewedDiSalvo, Carla A.; Oswald, Donald P. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2002
This article reviews research on peer-mediated social-skills training strategies used with children with autism, including arranging situations or contingencies to promote optimal peer effort, teaching methods to peers for reinforcing target skills in children with autism, teaching strategies to peers for initiating interactions, and teaching…
Descriptors: Autism, Classroom Techniques, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education
Jacobson, Michael G.; Lombard, Robert H. – Rural Research Report, 1992
Current research on school effectiveness concludes that differences among schools affect students' academic achievement. An important characteristic of effective schools is providing a safe and secure environment. An example of programs that address this issue are peer mediation or conflict resolution programs. These programs require the combined…
Descriptors: Conflict Resolution, Educational Environment, Elementary Secondary Education, Interpersonal Competence
