Description
This popular text is newly revised and includes proactive behavior-management strategies and a comparison of popular approaches to behavior management. The books extensive coverage of data collection has been expanded to include new material on trend estimation and interpretation. Traditional behavior modification, cognitive-behavioral approaches, and current social learning theory approaches are discussed.
Each chapter begins with objectives. Short assessments called Checkpoints, included in the e-book, allow the readers to test their understanding of the material as it is read. Concrete examples, helpful tips, and step-by-step instructions add everyday practicality to the text. This book is ideal for use as a resource for teachers or as the text in basic or advanced behavior-management courses.
Contents Include:
- Behavior Modification: Part 1
- Reactive/Positive Approaches to Behavior Management
- Behavior Modification: Part 2
- Deciding What to Change
- Deciding How to Change It
- Strengthening Behavior: Part 1
- Strengthening Behavior: Part 2
- Weakening Behaviors
- Measuring Student Progress
- Teaching Social Behavior
- Teaching Self-Motivation
- Cognitive Strategies: Changing Beliefs
- More Cognitive Strategies: Problem Solving and Self-Instruction
- Stress Management Strategies
- Changing Teacher Behavior
- Checkpoints
E-Book Features and Benefits
- Accessible from any device with Internet access
- Search and find using keywords
- Add notes and bookmarks as you read
649 pages e-book 2017