Although past experience may operate to produce an initial increase in undesired behaviors during behavior modification procedures, the data of the present study demonstrate that these behaviors will decrease if the model is not abandoned at the point when the behavior appears to be getting worse rather than better. (Authors)

After 39 months, the performance of the subjects was still significantly superior to their precourse performance on 8 of the 10 behaviors that were scored. (Author)

A method for the direct and continuous observation of behavior as it occurs in the natural environment (classroom) is suggested as an alternative to individual testing and other observational techniques. The method (behavior rates) using a base of movements per minute is seen as increasing the information obtained per unit of assessment time and…

The method and applications of Family Group Consultation and the Family Bond Inventory are discussed in this article. The Family Bond Inventory is a recent development that has led to the possibility of identifying interpersonal conflict within a family and can be used to measure change within the family during treatment. (JC)

A series of articles on how a Maryland school system utilized the team conference concept in fostering humaneness in its schools. Discussions on the role of the principal; an alternative program for disruptive, low-achieving students; a teaching program in human behavior; and a sociopsychological approach to drug education were included. Presented…

The group leader who uses communication exercises without an adequate rationale may be taking unnecessary risks and jeopardizing the effectiveness of the group. This article presents a rationale for using communication exercises in groups for the purposes of initiation, facilitation, and termination and describes the means by which they are…

This article presents practical applications of the theoretical notion of modeling. Use of the live and symbolic models is emphasized, along with the modeling techniques of role reversal and role identification. (Author)

Argues that behavior modification represents the use of a series of scientifically verified techniques that could be used to promote more effective learning of both social and academic subject matter. The author maintains that a behavioral approach fails to help the teacher decide why, what, and who is going to learn. (Author/JF)

Brief description of a series of investigations designed to determine the relative effectiveness of various motivators in effecting oral hygiene behavior in a group of junior high school. Presented at the annual meeting of the American School Health Association, San Diego, California, 1972. (JC)

This case is presented as an instructive example of how the use of behavior modification techniques can be implemented in an elementary school setting. (Author)

A poem by the author suggests that the use of empathy, communication, and participation can bring about desired changes in management development situations. (DS)