Positive reinforcement is an effective way for teachers to encourage good behavior in children. It tends to increase desirable behaviors, boost self-esteem, and give children a sense of independence. The document outlines different types of positive reinforcement teachers can use, including social reinforcers like praise, activity reinforcers like extra privileges, and tangible rewards. It emphasizes being consistent, specific, and immediate with positive feedback to shape behavior.

2. Reinforcement is one
of the most powerful
ways teachers can
encourage good
behavior.

3. Research has repeatedly
shown that positive
reinforcement is much more
effective than negative
reinforcement or punishment

4. Positive reinforcement tends
to increase the occurrence
of a desirable behavior,
enhances the child’s selfconcept, and gives the child
a feeling of independence
and accomplishment.

5. Patience, persistence,
and consistency are
the keys in making
positive
reinforcement work
for you.

6. 1. Social Reinforcers-
smiles and verbal praise
are best and most
frequently used ways to
reinforce children.

7. 2. Activity Reinforcers- these
include special privileges,
such as choosing the story ,
carrying the ball outside,
sitting next to the teacher
at lunch, or another
favorite activity

8. 3. Primary Reinforcersstickers, stars, balloons,
chips( tokens that can be
exchanged for a prize)
peanuts, dry cereal, or
paper badges may also
be used as rewards.

9. • Start the day off right
• Use praise sparingly and
specifically
• Use verbal positive
reinforcement loudly and
openly

10. • Use visual aids
• Be immediate with your
positive reinforcement.
• Catch the good, not the
bad

11. •Try not to reward
students with
sweets or too
much "stuff".

12. •Make sure you
aren't constantly
praising the same
students

13. • Whenever a child exhibits
a behavior, there are
either positive or
negative consequences
that result

14. •Positive
reinforcement doesn’t
just affect children’s
behavior. It also
affects adults

15. • giving a high five
• offering praise
• giving a hug or pat on
the back

16. • giving a thumbs-up
• clapping and cheering
• telling another adult
how proud you are of
your child’s behavior
while your child is
listening

17. •using manners
•playing quietly
•waiting patiently

18. • playing nicely with a
sibling
• complying with a request
right away
• putting in a lot of effort on
a difficult task
• completing chores

19. • The more often and the
more consistently you
can reinforce good
behavior, the more likely
your child will repeat
these behaviors

20. • Provide children with
some surprise positive
reinforcement from
time to time and it will
still likely be effective.

21. Avoid Accidental
Positive
Reinforcement