Posts tagged Positive Reinforcement
Response to the "I Hate PBIS" Thread

I get it, many of my fellow teachers and educators are tired of one new initiative after another. PBIS is one of those initiative, and I’m not here to change your mind. But I will provide a counter-view for those with an open mind who are curious about what the fuss is all about.

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Ditch the Clip for a 4-Part Reinforcement System

While clip charts may offer a seemingly simple solution for behavior management, they ultimately harm relationships with students, focus excessively on negative behavior, shame students for their shortcomings, and do little to actually teach students the desired behaviors. Instead, educators should seek more positive and proactive approaches to behavior management that prioritize relationship-building, positive reinforcement, and teaching of appropriate behaviors.

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