Effects of a Token System Using a Free-Time Contingency to Increase Assignment Completion with Individuals in the Regular Classroom.

Ruesch, U.; McLaughlin, T. F.

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ERIC Number: EJ258059

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Publication Date: 1981

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Effects of a Token System Using a Free-Time Contingency to Increase Assignment Completion with Individuals in the Regular Classroom.

Ruesch, U.; McLaughlin, T. F.

B. C. Journal of Special Education, v5 n4 p347-55 Win 1981

Results indicated that free time was a very effective reinforcer and that, under the token program, the students (two 7 and 9 year olds who rarely completed assignments) increased their task completion. (Author)

Descriptors: Behavior Change, Case Studies, Contingency Management, Elementary Education, Positive Reinforcement, Study Habits

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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