Self-Recording PLUS Encouragement Equals Improved Behavior.

Hutchinson, Sharon W.; Murdock, Jane Y.; Williamson, Ramona D.; Cronin, Mary E.

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ERIC Number: EJ607998

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Publication Date: 2000

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Self-Recording PLUS Encouragement Equals Improved Behavior.

Hutchinson, Sharon W.; Murdock, Jane Y.; Williamson, Ramona D.; Cronin, Mary E.

TEACHING Exceptional Children, v32 n5 p54-58 May-Jun 2000

This article describes how a self-management strategy, self-recording with points, teacher praise, and encouragement, was used to increase the on-task and nondisruptive behaviors of a 6-year old African American boy with hyperactivity. The use of drug therapy to control hyperactivity is discussed and a self-recording form is provided. (Contains references.) (CR)

Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Modification, Black Students, Drug Therapy, Hyperactivity, Males, Positive Reinforcement, Praise, Primary Education, Self Evaluation (Individuals), Self Management

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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