Prevent, Teach, Reinforce: The School-Based Model of Individualized Positive Behavior Support [With CDROM] [PREVENT TEACH REINFORCE W/CD] [Paperback]

by Glen Dunlap, Rose Iovannone, Donald Kincaid

Solve serious behavior challenges in K-8 classrooms with this easy-to-use book, the first practical guide to the research-proven Prevent-Teach-Reinforce (PTR) model. Developed by some of the most respected authorities on positive behavior support, this innovative model gives school-based teams a five-step plan for reducing problems unresolved by typical behavior management strategies. With this thorough blueprint for PTR, education professionals will learn how to prevent behavior problems by adjusting the curriculum and environment; teach proactive communication skills; and reinforce prosocial behavior and academic achievement. This highly successful model is proven effective by research and field testing in real classrooms PTR was shown to reduce behavior problems and increase evidence of social skills and academic engagement detailed and explicit, with five systematic steps that take educators beyond tips and strategies (see box) consistent with the popular positive behavior support approach and derived from the principles and many procedures of applied behavior analysis easily adaptable to the needs and goals of each individual student effective for a wide variety of students: typically developing students and those who have autism, learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, and other challenges On the included CD-ROM are all the printable forms and tools needed to implement PTR, such as Behavior Support Plan templates and a Functional Behavioral Assessment. With this comprehensive model, education professionals will resolve even the toughest classroom behavior challenges and remove a significant barrier to effective teaching and student achievement.

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First published December 31, 2009

Reviews

[Nicole Nafisi · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a great tool for teachers. As a behavior analyst in the public school setting I often encounter frustrated teachers who do not know where to start with a student who has problem behaviors. PTR is a teacher friendly format that thoroughly outlines the process of creating a function based behavior plan driven by data. The process is clearly defined and necessary easy to use tools are provided. Overall, I highly recommend this book to educators looking to tackle problem behaviors in the school setting.

[Eric · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great information for teachers who have difficult behaviors to deal with in the classroom. Concise methods to building appropriate models of behavior with a team approach which works for all. Filled with useful forms and a CD to utilize those forms in your own pratice.