Positive vs Negative Interactions POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION SUPPORT (PBIS)

OBJECTIVE Review 4:1 rule Review observation of the 4:1 rule being used at Lauderbach Develop a greater understanding of how to use positive reinforcement effectively Develop a greater understanding of how to use

THE 4:1 RULE Positive reinforcement changes behavior. Provide praise for the behaviors you want and students will change their behavior.

THE 4:1 RULE Consequences will suppress a behavior but will not guarantee a lasting change. Once the threat of a consequence is gone, the behavior returns. Although consequences have a place, use less frequently.

THE 4:1 RULE Remember to use a 4:1 ratio when interacting with students. Bring attention to the wanted behaviors more often then the unwanted behaviors.

THE 4:1 RULE Classroom Observation Data

DESCRIPTIVE NOTICING VS PRAISE Praise Emphasis on adult feelings Minimal emphasis on the wanted behavior For example, “Good job. I am so proud of you.” Descriptive Noticing Focuses on the child Describes the desired behavior For example, “Jose and Abigail. Thank you for walking quietly with bumpers up.”

INTERVENTION VS PUNISHMENT Punishment Pink slip Move clip down No recess Go to the principal office I’m going to call your mom

INTERVENTION VS PUNISHMENT INTERVENTION State the behavior observed to student Ask student what rule they broke? Ask them why do we have that rule? Ask them what they should do next time? Model and have student practice following the rule Praise for making good choices