43. Mastering Behavior-Specific Praise

Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast (A Show for Special Educators)

In this episode of Teach Task Box Inspire, host Lisa Hollady dives into the power of behavior-specific praise. Discover how this targeted form of positive reinforcement can transform your classroom dynamics by providing clear, meaningful feedback to students. Lisa explains the simple yet effective formula for delivering behavior-specific praise and shares real-life examples to illustrate its impact. Whether you're looking to boost student motivation or improve classroom behavior, this episode will give you practical strategies to enhance your praise game and create a more positive learning environment.

Episode Highlights:

• Understanding Behavior-Specific Praise: Learn what behavior-specific praise is and why it’s a powerful tool for reinforcing positive behavior.
• The Magic Formula: Discover the three key components of effective behavior-specific praise and how to apply them in your classroom.
• Real-Life Examples: Hear practical examples of behavior-specific praise in action, including how it can help manage transitions, encourage teamwork, and more.
• Implementing Praise Effectively: Find out why using a 4:1 ratio of positive praise to corrections can improve classroom behavior and student engagement.

Resources Mentioned:

• Free training: 3 Simple and Powerful Ways to Cultivate Independence in Your Special Education Classroom

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