PBIS Flashcards for Educators

Questions and Answers

What is the most often rated as a significant concern by school personnel?

anti-social behavior

What is PBIS?

A clear set of standards that define school expectations, an overall framework for consistent decision making and staff responsibility in behavior management.

What are the benefits of schoolwide PBIS?

Reduces student attendance

Creates a structured environment for learning (correct)

Positively affects school climate perceptions (correct)

Decreases antisocial behavior (correct)

What are the 3 issues with punishment?

Punishment without proactive support increases aggression, procedures designed to punish often fail, and students who are punished may be reinforced for their behavior. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two common myths regarding punishment?

Difficult students are replaced by other difficult students Signup and view all the answers

What are 5 important beliefs we should hold about our students?

Students can meet expectations, learn self-control, think before they act, make positive changes, and be responsible for their behavior. Signup and view all the answers

What questions should be asked when creating PBIS?

What do I want my school to look like? How do I want people to treat one another? How do I want students to look back on their experiences? Signup and view all the answers

What procedures does research suggest can solve 80-90% of behavioral problems?

Using effective tier 1 PBIS systems. Signup and view all the answers

What is a hallmark of effective behavior support that relates to PBIS?

Design of effective environments. Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal in regards to Tier 3 PBIS students?

To reduce the number of students in Tier 3 Signup and view all the answers

What is the best amount of rule expectations to set?

About five. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in effective SW/CW support?

Define behavioral expectations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the second step in effective SW/CW support?

Teach behavioral expectations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the third step in effective SW/CW support?

Acknowledge and reward appropriate behaviors. Signup and view all the answers

What is the ratio for negative to positive behaviors?

4 positive to 1 negative. Signup and view all the answers

What is the fourth step to effective SW/CW support?

Proactive correction of behavioral errors. Signup and view all the answers

What is the fifth step to effective SW/CW PBIS?

Program evaluation and adaptation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the sixth step to effective SW/CW support?

Teacher and administrative support/involvement. Signup and view all the answers

What is the seventh step to effective SW/CW support?

Individualized support integrated with schoolwide support systems. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Concepts in Positive Behavior Intervention & Support (PBIS)

Anti-social behavior is a significant concern among school personnel.

PBIS Overview

PBIS is a framework with clear school expectations (rules) for behavior.
It promotes consistent decision-making and staff accountability in managing behavior.
PBIS empowers school staff in delivering a consistent approach to behavior management.

Benefits of Schoolwide PBIS

Effective across K-12 education levels.
Reduces anti-social behavior, office discipline referrals (ODRs), and disciplinary actions.
Positively influences the perception of school climate.
Increases student attendance rates.
Establishes a structured, consistent learning environment.
Offers overall benefits to the entire school community.

Concerns with Punishment

Punishment without proactive support can escalate aggression.
Punitive measures, like suspension, often fail to deter behavior.
Punished students might be inadvertently reinforced for their actions.

Myths About Punishment

Zero tolerance policies do not effectively reduce behavior problems and may have adverse effects.
Removing challenging students does not eliminate behavioral issues; similar challenges tend to resurface with other students.

Student Capabilities

Students are capable of meeting expectations.
They can learn self-control and think before acting.
Positive changes and responsible behavior are achievable outcomes for students.

Considerations for Creating PBIS

Envision desired school atmosphere and interpersonal treatment.
Reflect on how students will recall their schooling experiences.

Research on Behavioral Problem Solutions

Effective tier 1 PBIS implementations address 80-90% of behavioral issues.

Effective Behavior Support

A hallmark of efficient behavior support includes designing effective environments.

Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) & PBIS

Tier 1: Universal schoolwide/classwide support for all students.
Tier 2: Targeted group support for at-risk students.
Tier 3: Individualized support for students with persistent, challenging behaviors.

Goals for Tier 3 PBIS Students

Aim to minimize the number of students requiring Tier 3 support.

Setting Expectations

A recommended number of rule expectations is around five for clarity.

Steps in Effective PBIS Implementation

First Step: Define clear behavioral expectations that are simple and positive, tailored for various settings.
Second Step: Teach behavioral expectations to all students using real contexts, including modeling and feedback.
Third Step: Regularly acknowledge and reward appropriate behaviors, emphasizing positive reinforcement.

Behavior Reinforcement Ratio

Maintain a positive to negative behavior ratio of 4:1 for effective reinforcement.

Additional Steps in PBIS Support

Fourth Step: Implement proactive procedures for correcting inappropriate behaviors, ensuring predictability in consequences.
Fifth Step: Regular program evaluation and adaptation based on data such as incident reports and attendance rates.
Sixth Step: Ensure teacher and administrative support in PBIS initiatives, as ongoing commitment is crucial for success.
Seventh Step: Integrate individualized support with schoolwide systems; conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) to develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) when necessary.

Core Features of Schoolwide Behavior Support

Define 2-5 clear expectations for behavior.
Actively teach these expectations to all students.
Monitor and acknowledge students for meeting expectations using positive reinforcement.
Implement procedures for correcting misbehavior and evolving strategies based on student needs.

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Explore the fundamentals of Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) with these flashcards designed for educators. Each card highlights key concepts and definitions relevant to fostering a positive school environment. Ideal for teaching staff and administrators.