Token Reinforcement: Effects for Reducing Tardiness with a Socially Disadvantaged Adolescent Student.

Inkster, J. A.; McLaughlin, T. F.

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Publication Date: 1993

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Token Reinforcement: Effects for Reducing Tardiness with a Socially Disadvantaged Adolescent Student.

Inkster, J. A.; McLaughlin, T. F.

B.C. Journal of Special Education, v17 n2 p176-82 1993

A token reinforcement program with microcomputer free time as the reinforcer was implemented to decrease the tardiness of a middle school economically disadvantaged student. The microcomputer time was a very effective reinforcer; school personnel reported improved school attendance and a decrease in administrative discipline related to tardiness; and the student reported an improved attitude toward school and assignments. (Author/JDD)

Descriptors: Attendance Patterns, Behavior Change, Behavior Modification, Case Studies, Discipline, Economically Disadvantaged, Junior High Schools, Microcomputers, Middle Schools, Positive Reinforcement, Program Effectiveness, Student Attitudes, Time, Token Economy

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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