Effects of Fixed-Time Reinforcement Delivered by Teachers for Reducing Problem Behavior in Special Education Classrooms

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  • Author(s): Tomlin, Michelle; Reed, Phil
  • Language:
    English
  • Source:
    Journal of Behavioral Education. Jun 2012 21(2):150-162.
  • Physical Description:
    PDF
  • Publication Date:
    2012
  • Document Type:
    Journal Articles
    Reports - Research
  • Additional Information
    • Availability:
      Springer. 233 Spring Street, New York, NY 10013. Tel: 800-777-4643; Tel: 212-460-1500; Fax: 212-348-4505; e-mail: [email protected]; Web site: http://www.springerlink.com
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      13
    • Subject Terms:
      Evidence; Behavior Problems; Reinforcement; Special Education; Student Behavior; Classroom Environment; Special Education Teachers; Literature Reviews; Teaching Methods; Time Factors (Learning); Behavior Modification
    • Accession Number:
      10.1007/s10864-012-9147-z
    • ISSN:
      1053-0819
    • Abstract:
      The effects of fixed-time (FT) reinforcement schedules on the disruptive behavior of 4 students in special education classrooms were studied. Attention provided on FT schedules in the context of a multiple-baseline design across participants substantially decreased all students' challenging behavior. Disruptive behavior was maintained at levels lower than baseline throughout reinforcement thinning and follow-up phases. The results extend existing literature on the use of FT schedules of reinforcement and provide evidence that FT schedules of reinforcement can be practical to implement in special educational classroom settings.
    • Abstract:
      As Provided
    • Number of References:
      33
    • Publication Date:
      2012
    • Accession Number:
      EJ964804