Behavior+Management

=Types of Behavior Managment Systems= toc

1. Overall Classroom System
-Every student works together towards a common goal -This step-by-step approach leads the class closer to receiving an incentive reward

Possible Approaches:
 * Adding marbles to a jar
 * Stars on a chalk board
 * Spelling out words letter by letter
 * Yards on a football field
 * Miles in a race
 * "Move to the head of the class"

Rewards:
 * Extra Recess
 * Game time
 * Hats/sunglasses/pajamas for a day
 * Special treat
 * Bring a stuffed animal to school day

Results: -Students learn that their actions affect others in the classroom -Students learn what it is like to be part of a team working towars a common goal -Students are motivated to behave properly and see benefits of working with peers

2. Small Group Goals
-Students work at a table cluster or by row to earn privleges with a group of peers

Possible Approaches:
 * Stickers on a chart
 * Pennies to equal a certain value (25 pennies to get 1 quarter)
 * Pom-poms in a jar

Results: -Students learn how to work together as part of a small team -Students hold each other accountable by being a good listener, participating and being respectful. -Students encourage each other to complete the task at hand

3. Individualized Behavior Plans
-Students are in charge of their own learning and potential to earn a privilege

Possible Approaches:
 * Tickets given to students for commendable job and respectful behaviors
 * Traffic light signals (red, orange, yellow, green) as warnings
 * 3 popcicle sticks on desk (red, yellow, green)
 * Tally marks on chart
 * Clipboard with smile and frown faces for subject areas

Results: -Allows individual students to feel direct otivation for their efforts -Encourages not just academic successes but also positive social interactions -Rewards benifit learning -Reminder that students are responsible for their own learning and how to be proud of what they have accomplished. -Allows teacher to work specifically on students' individual learning needs