OVERVIEW AND UNPACKING TANGIBLE REINFORCERS
Course: Encouraging Expected Behavior Lesson: Tangible Reinforcers from Missouri SW-PBS on Vimeo.
Read the transcript of the video here.
Handouts
1. Missouri Middle School Cardinal Card Procedures
2. Missouri Middle School Menu of Reinforcers
3. Blank Continuum of Schoolwide Procedures for Encouraging Social Behavior
4. Missouri Middle School Schoolwide Recognition System Plan
5. Missouri Middle School Staff Recognition System Plan
Topic in Action Tier 1 Course 5 Lesson 3
TOPIC IN ACTION
Pause & Reflect #1
Missouri Middle School utilizes ‘Cardinal Cards’ for their tangible system. Review the handout, Missouri Middle School Cardinal Card Procedures, and discuss the following:
- What are some ideas for a creative schoolwide tangible system in your school?
- How might you incorporate your school mascot or other school themes or slogans?
- How can you use the work group process to engage all staff in the development of a schoolwide tangible system for your school?
Pause & Reflect #2
Review the example, Missouri Middle School Menu of Reinforcers, provided within the handouts section.
- Brainstorm a list of reinforcers that could be provided to students in your building.
- How will you communicate these options to staff?
- How will you gather staff input and feedback while developing your menu of reinforcers?
Pause & Reflect #3
Review Missouri Middle School’s Schoolwide Recognition System Plan, available in the handouts section.
Begin brainstorming a menu or continuum of reinforcers for your school using the Blank Continuum of Schoolwide Procedures for Encouraging Social Behavior provided in the handouts section. Be sure to include short-term immediate reinforcers, as well as those that require more sustained effort.
Pause & Reflect #4
Review Missouri Middle School’s Staff Recognition System Plan, available in the handouts section.
Begin brainstorming a menu or continuum of reinforcers for staff in your building that are implementing the essential components of Schoolwide Positive Behavior Support.
