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Select a target behaviour that is resulting in problems in school. Define that behaviour with the student. Monitor the frequency of only that behaviour in various settings and times of school day.
Using these guidelines, self-monitoring can be coupled with a contingency contract. This contract can have built-in reinforcers and act as part of an incentive program that would help reward the desired behaviours. The use of a contract also helps to clarify the goals and expectations of the self-monitoring.
Noticing Cues For Encouraging Appropriate Behaviour
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Tape a small square of paper next to the child. Tape a similar piece next to the Learning Assistance teacher. Neutrally describe the behaviour which you want the child to stop e.g. "When you speak out while someone else is talking no one can really listen to you. I would like you to wait for your turns." Ask the child to put a mark on the paper whenever he has used that behaviour. Inform the child you will also make a mark when you notice the behaviour. At the end of the lesson you will compare notes to see if you agree on the number of times the behaviour had occurred.
This is a non-judgmental, no consequence exercise intended to make the child aware of the behaviour. The awareness often results in lessening or extinguishing of the behaviour. Used with the permission of Bomford, Winram & Lane, School District No. 62 (Sooke).
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