Here are some examples and definitions of positive reinforcement, which can improve students’ behaviors, attitudes, and motivation in the classroom. This list was given to us at a Monday night CDP seminar. I think it’s a nice, quick reminder of what is positive reinforcement.
Positive Reinforcement…
- Should become intrinsic over time (natural consequences with positive behavior)
- Works best when it’s not “if you do this, then you get that”
- Is feedback, information, and praise, if it’s genuine
- Should reward effort and growth
- Can be a look, a smile, a touch on the shoulder, or a word
- Can increase a desired behavior or decrease an undesired one
- Can be from one student or many students to another
- Should be genuine, specific, and descriptive
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