Behavior Management: Principles and Practices of Positive Behavior Supports, 4th edition

Published by Pearson (July 14, 2021) © 2019

  • John J. Wheeler
  • David Dean Richey Tennessee Technological University

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Title overview

Behavior Management: Principles and Practices of Positive Behavior Supports provides an overview of behavior analysis and PBIS theory and applications. Using vignettes and examples, the text shows you how to achieve optimal behavioral and learning outcomes for students, regardless of the challenging behavior exhibited. Chapters address universal tools such as reinforcement, meaningful instruction and student progress monitoring. Behavior support plans demonstrate how to implement techniques for students at all levels and abilities across learning environments.

Referencing the latest research, the 4th Edition expands its coverage of prevention, schoolwide PBIS, and student progress monitoring.

Table of contents

1. Understanding Behavior in Children and Youth
2. Family/Professional Partnerships
3. Ensuring Ethical Practices in the Delivery of PBIS
4. Prevention Through Effective Instruction
5. Understanding Functional Behavior Assessment
6. Single-Case Design
7. Planning Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports
8. Evaluating Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports
9. Using Reinforcement to Increase Appropriate Behavior
10. Teaching Positive Replacement Behaviors
11. Minimizing Challenging Behavior
12. PBIS and Self-Determination

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