Reinforcement in Developmentally Appropriate Early Childhood Classrooms

Examines the use of behavioral strategies in inclusive early childhood education settings, focusing on positive reinforcement. Notes that developmentally appropriate practice does not preclude the use of reinforcement as incentives. Describes different types of reinforcers and answers frequently ask...

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Published in:Childhood education 2000-06, Vol.76 (4), p.194-203
Main Authors: Duncan, Tashawna K., Kemple, Kristen M., Smith, Tina M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Behavior Modification
Behavior Patterns
Children & youth
Developmentally Appropriate Practices
Disabilities
Disability
Disabled children
Early Childhood Education
Early childhood educators
Early Childhood Teachers
Education
Inclusive Schools
Mainstreaming
Preschool education
Preschool teachers
Reinforcement
Reinforcement (Psychology)
Special Education
Special Needs Students
Study and teaching
Teacher Response
Teacher Student Relationship
Teaching Methods
Training
Young Children
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Summary:Examines the use of behavioral strategies in inclusive early childhood education settings, focusing on positive reinforcement. Notes that developmentally appropriate practice does not preclude the use of reinforcement as incentives. Describes different types of reinforcers and answers frequently asked questions about reinforcement strategies. Provides guidelines for using reinforcers effectively and for deciding when they are appropriate. (KB)
ISSN:0009-4056
2162-0725
DOI:10.1080/00094056.2000.10521162