Reinforcement Foundations of a Function-Based Behavioral Approach for Students With Challenging Behavior. (August 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Sugai, George; Simonsen, Brandi
• Is Part Of: Beyond behavior. Volume 29:Number 2(2020)
• Page Start: 78
• Page End: 85
• Publication Date: 2020-08
• Subjects: reinforcement -- challenging behavior -- function-based support -- positive behavioral interventions and supports -- behavior support planning; Problem children -- Education -- United States -- Periodicals; Behavior disorders in children -- Periodicals; Behavior disorders in children; Problem children -- Education; United States; Electronic journals; Periodicals; 371.93
• DOI: 10.1177/1074295620902444
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1074-2956

Abstract

This article provides an overview of how reinforcement serves as the foundation for a function-based approach to support students with challenging behavior. Understanding reinforcement is essential when providing function-based support for students with challenging behavior. Reinforcement "strengthens" behavior, increasing the probability that similar behaviors occur again. By understanding and using reinforcement accurately, educators conduct efficient functional behavioral assessments; develop and implement positive, aligned, and individualized behavior support plans; and avoid misrules and misconceptions about reinforcement.