The reflection questions from this week include: If you have a student
who is having trouble paying attention in his regular education class, what are
some strategies you can use to help the student attend? Positive Behavior
Supports or PBS is a program some districts or schools implement. Complete
mini-research regarding this program. Do you think this is a beneficial
program? Why or why not?
If I had a student that is having trouble with paying attention in the regular education class, I would help the general education teacher plan for some breaks where the student or students can get up and move or change to a different subject area. One strategy that I saw this year in my practicum setting is a "Dance Break" where the teacher would play some music that the students can dance to for a couple of minutes. It was optional but the students loved the chance to show off those dance skills! I think anything to keep the student engaged and motivated helps with paying attention.
In regards to the PBS program, I think that it is a great way to implement certain behavioral expectations from the students. The program is also implemented throughout all the ages (primary through secondary) which helps continue to build moral and high standards as the students grow within a school district. It helps to develop responsibility and pride in the students when they are noticed for conducting positive behavior that is targeted!
I had not made the connection between PBS and building moral and high standards! When I think about it in our current practicum setting it makes complete sense. What I have enjoyed about seeing PBS implemented in our current practicum placement is the creative and fun ways the school displays what they are discussing. For example, with the camping theme the school has decorations about safety at school (no bullying), etc. You can also tell how proud students are when they are recognized for good behavior!
ReplyDeleteI think the dancing activity works well for the students in terms of behavior management. I like Amanda's comment regarding PBS and the fact that the school having decorations about safety at school. Visual aids are key in helping the students with behaviors.
ReplyDeleteWhat is your source regarding PBS? What led your to your opinions regarding PBS?