An Empirical Study of Elementary Teacher's Attention as Reinforcement for Student Behavior.

Spencer, Richard J.

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ERIC Number: EJ088180

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1973

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An Empirical Study of Elementary Teacher's Attention as Reinforcement for Student Behavior

Spencer, Richard J.

Child Study Journal, 3, 3, 145-158, 73

The study demonstrated that teacher verbal disapproval can function as a positive social reinforcement for student inappropriate behavior. Thus, student behaviors thought to be punished are instead maintained or increased. A more appropriate method of dealing with misbehavior is presented. (ST)

Descriptors: Behavior Change, Discipline, Elementary School Students, Observation, Punishment, Social Reinforcement, Social Relations, Teacher Behavior

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