A Function-Based Classroom Behavior Intervention Using Non-Contingent Reinforcement Plus Response Cost

Authors

Julene D. Nolan, Minnesota State University, MankatoFollow
Kevin J. Filter, Minnesota State University, MankatoFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

8-2012

Abstract

This study investigated the use of noncontingent reinforcement with response cost to reduce problem verbal and physical behavior maintained by automatic reinforcement in an internationally adopted, post-institutionalized student diagnosed with ADHD. Systematic direct observation was employed to measure behavior in a single-subject withdrawal design. Results indicate this function-based intervention was effective when used in a school and implemented with fidelity by a paraprofessional.

Department

Psychology

Publication Title

Education and Treatment of Children

Recommended Citation

Nolan, J. D., & Filter, K. J. (2012). A Function-Based Classroom Behavior Intervention Using Non-Contingent Reinforcement Plus Response Cost. Education and Treatment of Children, 35(3), 419-430. doi: 10.1353/etc.2012.0017

DOI

10.1353/etc.2012.0017

Link to Publisher Version (DOI)

https://doi.org/10.1353/etc.2012.0017

Publisher's Copyright and Source

Copyright © 2012 West Virginia University Press. Article published by West Virginia University Press in Education and Treatment of Children, volume 35, issue number 3, August 2012, pages 419-430. Available online:
https://doi.org/10.1353/etc.2012.0017