Ciccarelli Chapter 5 - Learning

Applying Reinforcement 1. Be specific 2. Use specific language 3. Select a reinforcer 4. Explain the contingency 5. Apply the reinforcer immediately 6. Track the frequency of the desiredbehavior. Wean the child from the reinforcer – After thedesired response is well established, graduallyeliminate the reinforcer but continue usingsocial reinforcement (e.g. praise) to maintainthe behavior.