Pro and cons of Positive reinforcement

1. Positive Reinforcement In
the Classroom
ASHLEY LAMBERT
SOE 115 PSYCHOLOGY OF
TEACHING AND LEARNING
KENDALL COLLEGE
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2. Classroom Management
 Every year teachers welcome 20-30 New students into their
classroom. Every child comes from a unique background with
equally diverse experiences. Teachers face the difficult task of
how to manage and support student behaviors displayed in their
classroom. Behaviors management is a skill every teacher must
learn to implement in there classroom. There are a variety of ways
teachers can help children understand classroom rules and
expectations. It is also important for teacher to keep in mind the
developmental level of their students when choosing a behavioral
management method. For example, Your would not use the exact
same behavioral management method for first graders you would
use for eighth graders. In order for children to be successful in their
education it is crucial for students to be willing participants in their
own education. It is the teachers responsibility to ensure the
student is on board with there learning journey. Teachers must ask
themselves how do I motivate my students. The answer is all in the
name, “Positive” reinforcement.
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3. What is Classroom management?
 “Positive reinforcement Is described as the direct relationship between a
behavior or action and the result of that action. (Positive
Reinforement,Techniques)” Positive reinforcement is a behavioral
management tool that can transform classroom behaviors. Teachers in
can use positive reinforcement to encourage a behavior they would like
to see repeated.
 “Positive reinforcement occurs after a behavior and increases the
likelihood that the behavior will continue to occur. (Positive
Reinforement,Techniques)”
 Positive reinforcement helps create positive teacher and student
relationships by focusing on the positive action or behavior of a child.
Teachers who choose to use positive reinforcement instead and promotes
healthy learning environments.
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4. Behavioral Management
 “Some educators disagree with the use of positive reinforcement as a
behavioral management tool in the classroom. They prefer punishment or
negative reinforcement to address the behavior because the consequences
are quick and effective.(Positive Reinforement,Techniques)” Other educators
prefer positive reinforcement over negative reinforcement or punishment.
Educators who prefer positive reinforcement over any other form of behavioral
management tool argue positive reinforcement happens in a variety of
settings as an adult. . Positive reinforcement can be given out in a variety of
fashions. Teachers can provide positive reinforcement to the whole class or to
an independent student. Critics believe that children can receive negative
reinforcement through the responses of other students. For instance, if a child
throws a paper plan across the room the other students may laugh. The child
who threw the plane may like the laughter from the other students therefore
the behavior being being displayed is being reinforced.
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5. Behavioral Management
 If adults complete training they receive a certificate of completion, when high
school students graduate high school they receive a high school diploma. When
adults get up every morning and go to work they receive positive reinforcement for
going to work by receiving a paycheck. Why shouldn’t we educators be allowed to
promote positive behaviors in a classroom in exchange for small toys, privileges,
lunch with the teachers, or extra free time. Positive reinforcement can be given out
in a form of social reinforce through a smile, compliments or praise. “(Positive
Reinforement,Techniques)” Positive reinforcement can be given out in a variety of
fashions. Teachers can provide positive reinforcement to the whole class or to an
independent student. Critics believe that children can receive negative
reinforcement through the responses of other students. For instance, if a child
throws a paper plan across the room the other students may laugh. The child who
threw the plane may like the laughter from the other students therefore the
behavior being being displayed is being reinforced.
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6. Positive Behavioral Support
 Positive behaviors support is designed to promote desired behaviors in the
classroom. The positive behaviors support methods goal is to create a classroom
environment where children will be empowered by the teacher’s positive
reinforcement of the behaviors being displayed in the classroom. When teachers
focus on the desired behaviors rather than the unwanted behaviors the interactions
between the student and the teacher’s interactions remain positive, which intern
creates a positive classroom climate. Positive behavior practice is especially
effective in early childhood or preschool settings. During the preschool year’s
children have being exposed to school for the first time. Preschool is the first
classroom experience a child will have therefore the child will be encouraged to
learn many new behaviors. Focusing to the behaviors the child does correctly
reinforces the desired behaviors and maintains the integrity of the program and
classroom.
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7. Praise and Feedback
 The use of praise and feedback when using positive reinforcement is key. Feed
back needs to be specific for children to gain understanding of the behavior
that is being reinforced. Depending on the age and developmental level of
the student feedback will vary.
 “Beginners need corrective feedback. (Al-Ghamdi,A.,Jeddah)”
 “Intermediate students have acquired the basics but they need to be guided
to a form of alternative strategies.(Al-Ghamdi,A.,Jeddah)”
 “Highly skilled students need self regulation feedback along with detailed
descriptions.(Al-Ghamdi,A.,Jeddah)”
 When educators use praise they inform students they recognized efforts or
achievements made by the child. Praise can motivate children who may
otherwise go without acknowledgement.
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8. Praise and Feedback
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Positive reinforcement relays heavily on praise and Feedback
given to students. When educators use praise it sends a
message to students and tell students I notice you. Adults and
children both like to be noticed for accomplishments. Children
will respond quickly when praise is given. They are more likely to
try hard or continue to exhibit positive behavior when a teacher
recognizes the behaviors immediately.
Educators must be specific when giving feedback for the
positive reinforcement method to be effective.
For example: “You did a good job today!” is not ask effective as
saying You raised your hand and participated a lot during
reading today. Keep up the good work.”

9. Conclusion
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Classroom management directly impacts all students ability to learn.
Behavioral management in the classroom is essential to providing a safe
and healthy learning environment. Every classroom teacher choses a
behavioral method they prefer best. Teachers are also responsible for
creating the climate of the classroom. The use of positive reinforcement
in a classroom varies. Positive reinforcement is most effective when
teachers give immediate and specific feedback to students and more
importantly focus on the behaviors teachers would like to see repeated.

10. Information for Parent
 Positive reinforcement helps modify behavior by pointing out the good
things your child is doing. When using praise and feed back it is critical to
point out specifically what the child is doing that your are praising.
 Positive reinforcement helps keep the parent and child relationship
positive and helps keep self confidence intact.
 “Positive reinforcement occurs after a behavior and increases the
likelihood that the behavior will continue to occur. (Positive
Reinforement,Techniques)”

11. References
Al-Ghamdi,A.,Jeddah, Building a Positive Environment in Classrooms through Feedback and
Praise, English Language Teaching, 10,(6), 37-43.
Jolstead, K.A., Caldarella, P., Hansen,Bl., Korth,B.B, Williams,L., Kamps,D., Implementing Positive
Behavior Support in Preschool: An Exploratory study of CW-FIT Tier 1,Journal of Positive Behavior
Interventions, 19(1),48-60.
N.p., Positive Reinforement,Techniques: Connecting Education & Careers. , 82, (4),10-11.