While the handbook (attached as file below) addressed an overview of positive behavior support at the individual level, there is a wealth of resources and research on the topic of implementing school-wide. Research, from reputable sites and organizations, the salient aspects of positive behavior support school-wide plan and clearly indicate in no less than three well-developed paragraphs. Then write a positive behavior support plan for your future classroom including the salient points. Be sure to indicate how you will recognize positive behavior as well as correcting negative behavior. Please be sure to properly cite any sources used in the assignment (both in-text citations, and also include the sources at the end in a list of References, following APA formatting).
You may use some creative license in imaging and referencing a school-wide plan.
https://www.hussmanautism.org/wp-content/uploads/pdf/PresumeCompetence_HussmanInstitute.pdfLinks to an external site.
Lesson 10 Reading #1 “The Least Dangerous Assumption: A Challenge to Create a New Paradigm.” (attached as file)
When we consider the concept of presuming competence, it is essential that we understand that in doing so, we are making the least dangerous assumption. Please take the time to read The Least Dangerous Assumption. Please note that The Least Dangerous Assumption was written before the term intellectual disability was used in education. You will also need to move through the journal in order to complete the article.
Lesson 10 Reading #2 “Strategies for Presuming Competence” (attached as file)
Lesson 10 Reading #3 Presume Competence: file named “PresumeCompetence_HussmanInstitute.pdf”
Also, review this guidance document regarding presuming competence in students with autism. Although this document focuses on autism, the strategies provided are great universal supports for all students. Pay particular attention to the sections on offering positive behavior support.
Criteria:
1.) Amount of Information
4 to >3.0 pts Advanced
All topics are addressed and all questions answered with at least 5 sentences about each.
2.) Addresses the idea problem behavior serves a purpose.
4 to >3.0 pts Advanced
Writing clearly relates the concept that problem behavior serves a purpose and articulates what the purpose may be.
3.) Addresses the idea of providing alternatives.
4 to >3.0 pts Advanced
Writing clearly relates the concept of providing an alternative and articulates what the alternatives to various behaviors may be.
4.) Address the idea of reinforcing the alternative
4 to >3.0 pts Advanced
Writing clearly relates the concept of reinforcing an alternative and articulates how the alternatives to various behaviors may be reinforced.
5.) Positive Behavior Support Plan
8 to >6.0 pts Advanced
Plan is well thought out and written and includes the major components of positive behavior support plans with proper in-text citations and a list of References in APA formatting.