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Mystery Motivator (MM) is a behavioral intervention that assists in managing group and individual student behaviors with the element of surprise. According to Intervention Central, Mystery Motivator is an intervention that rewards students for appropriate behaviors. There are two elements of surprise in MM that make this intervention a powerful source of behavioral management. These elements include whether or not MM is in effect on a given day, and what reward will be given when earned. Intervention Central describes the classwide version of MM, however it can be used for individual students as well. The classwide version is an interdependent group contingency, meaning all students contribute toward a successful session and rewards are delivered to the entire group. Mystery Motivator can be faded as problem behaviors are reduced and the frequency of sessions can gradually lower.

Preparation:
1. Decide when to schedule the intervention. MM can be played daily during a group instructional activity, such as whole group instruction or independent seatwork. Daily sessions should not exceed 40 minutes to maintain motivation.
2. Define target and replacement behaviors. Define 2-4 target or problem behaviors (talking during instruction, for example). Match each problem behavior with a replacement behavior (raising hand before talking, for example).
3. Calculate a behavior cut-off. Students earn the chance for a MM reward only when the total number or problem behaviors falls below a teacher-defined cut-off. The cut-off can be determined after tracking the number of problem behaviors during a session. The cut-off for earning a MM reward should be set at half the number or problem behaviors recorded and can lower gradually as behavior improves.
4. Make a poster of replacement behaviors. Write these behaviors using positive terms on a poster that is visible to all students.
5. Create the reward envelope. Identify a range of motivating rewards the class can earn for winning Mystery Motivator, such as pencils, popcorn, extra free time minutes, etc. Write down each reward idea on a separate index card and place cards into an envelope with a question mark on the outside.
6. Format the MM calendar. Using a weekly or monthly calendar format, select 60% of instructional days as dates when the Mystery Motivator can be earned. Write a large 'M' on those MM days. Cover all instructional days on the calendar to cover dates and hide any letters.

Procedure:
1. Announce the MM game. Inform the class the MM is in effect, points to the posted replacement behaviors, and urge students to show appropriate behaviors.
2. Record target/problem behaviors. Keep a running tally of problem behaviors during MM session. Add a tally each time a problem behavior is observed.
3. Uncover the date on the MM calendar. At the end of the session, announce final total of observed problem behaviors and note whether the tally exceeds the cut-off. Uncover the current date on the MM calendar, allowing the class to see whether an 'M' appears as a signal that a reward is available.
4. Provide MM feedback, reward, or encouragement. If an 'M' appears on the calendar and the cumulative tally of problem behaviors falls at or below the cut-off, praise class and choose a student to reach into the reward envelope to select a reward card. This goes back into the envelope. Ensure students receive the reward as soon as possible. If no 'M' appears but problem behaviors fall at or below the cut-off, praise the class and remind students they will have another chance to earn a reward. If an 'M' appears on the calendar but behaviors exceed the cut-off, review expected replacement behaviors and encourage class to improve performance in the next MM session.

In my third grade field experience classroom, I have a student who tends to display inappropriate behaviors when he lacks motivation to complete assignments and activities. He often forgets to raise his hand before speaking during class and he also distracts other students sitting near him during independent work time. When rewards are chosen for this student, he does not always have a positive response. Because Mystery Motivator can be used with individual students as well as the whole class, this student can brainstorm his own rewards for displaying appropriate behaviors. One of the behaviors from the student's brainstormed list can be chosen for the MM envelope for each session. If this student reaches his daily goal, he can open the envelope at the end of the day. Having this student work towards behavioral goals would keep him on track so he can earn rewards. In order to keep this student engaged, new motivators can be brainstormed monthly.

Mystery Motivator can be used in any content area with the whole class or with individual students. The goals for students can pertain to particular content areas as needed. If an individual student is involved in MM, he or she can take their Mystery Motivator chart with them to specialist classes and report back to their classroom teacher.

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Welcome to Apps for behavior management and intervention, Part 10 of " There's A Special App For That " series on iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad apps for students with special needs. Have a look at our others in the series:

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Out of all of the apps that we use for children with special needs, we feel that apps for behavior intervention are perhaps the most difficult to choose-essentially because of three things:

1. behavior is complex;

2. every child is an individual and what works for one child will not necessarily work for another; and

3. there are a lot of apps in the area of behavioral intervention to choose from.

As a parent, when using apps for behavior management, it's a good idea to get a basic idea of the principles of behavior management. This can provide an understanding of the rationale behind choosing a specific app for a specific purpose. If you are a parent who would like a general overview, About.com has a good article on behavior management Â on their site. The next important step is to, consider these two questions:

1. What is the specific behavior that we are targeting for my child?

2. What type of tools can my child use to achieve his/her behavioral goals?

A good online search for apps for behavior intervention provides a lists of apps that cover many different areas. Some are used for one sole purpose; others for multiple purposes. Some are used specifically as a component of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. Some are used for an in-depth analysis of behavior. Some are used only for rewards, others focus on prevention of behaviors before they occur. Some are designed for professional teams, some for parents.

After this analysis, we thought the best place to start would be with a simple framework. About.com has an introductory article by Terri Mauro called The ABC's of Behavior Management which outlines parenting tips and resources alphabetically in the area of behavioral management and intervention. We recommend reading it-it might seem simple at first, but there are some gems in there, and for parents who are gathering knowledge in the area of behavioral intervention, it is a good place to start. We thought that we would describe some of the areas of behavioral intervention outlined in this article, and then list some apps that we felt were effective in these areas.

Apps for behavior management: Analysis

Analysis of behavior is an essential first step...until you know who, what, where, when, and why the behavior occurs, you won't know how to stop it. If you can figure out what causes the problem, changingÂ that Â may be easier than changing your child's behavioral reaction.

Whether you're a parent working with your child at home, or a teacher undergoing a functional behavior analysis of your student as part of Positive Behavior Support, analysis is probably the most important component of behavioral intervention. Analysis is focused on collecting information regarding the child or student's behavior to get a better idea of why that behavior is occurring. Often, theÂ ABC method (antecedent, behavior, consequence) is used to collect data over time so as to collect information about the context and outcomes of the behavior. Functional behavior assessment, often used by school-based IEP teams to develop a behavioral intervention plan, uses this method. This is an important step: conducting this analysis phase increases the success of your intervention.

There are several apps for behavior management for the analysis phase. Some are very comprehensive and some are more basic. Those that are more complex have usually been developed for use with ABA therapy. There is a rigorous data collection component in ABA that is used to guide therapy (usually with data collection forms and graphs) so these apps require more of an investment to learn to accurately analyze behavior. These apps can be useful as therapists or parents can have the ability to collect data and access it quickly. In addition, many of these apps analyze the behavior in the form of graphs or summaries, so it is easier to come to conclusions about antecedents, behavior and consequences. More basic apps are those that tally behavior so parents or teachers can see a pattern.

Recommended apps for behavior management analysis:

Behavior Tracker Pro was designed by a board-certified behavior analyst. Quite comprehensive and with multiple functions, it requires training. Parents who are working with ABA therapists closely would probably benefit most from this app. There are essentially four options: frequency and duration data, ABC data, high frequency behavior data and interval data. Within these options, you have the ability to collect data and then analyze it. This app can also accommodate multiple student profiles, making this ideal for ABA therapists. Behavior Tracker Pro will provide the therapist with a detailed analysis-we especially like the graphs which allow us to visually analyze ABC's. It even allows parents or therapists to record video within the app. There is a very comprensive review of Behavior Tracker ProÂ from iAutism. Another bonus is that this app is available on iOS and on Blackberry devices- more information can be found on the Behavior Tracker Pro website.

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Apps for behavior management: Charts

Charts Â to encourage good behavior are often ineffective for children with special behavioral needs, if they're too complicated or abstract or dependent on the child to provide self-motivation. When adapted to your child's particular needs, though, they can be a powerful tool. They don't even have to be the paper-on-the-wall variety.

We like that last point. That's why many developers have developed motivating, interactive, and engaging apps for charting. Charting is essentially aÂ token economy system.Â Often the reward is delayed until a child demonstrates the behavior consistently over a period of time (ex. one week). For example, a child might receive a sticker every time he brushes his teeth. After a few days of consistent brushing (and stickers) he/she receives a reward (ex. a trip to the movies). For more information on charts, see thisÂ articleÂ on using a behavior modification system Â from About.com for parents.

Use of apps for behavior management charting and rewarding is somewhat controversial. We have had parents ask us, "should we as parents be tying incentives and rewards to every targeted behavior?" Well, no. We obviously don't want our children to completely rely on external reinforcers, we want them to develop intrinsic motivation. But incentive systems can work for some children if implemented correctly and consistently. Its important not to target too many behaviours at the same time. And remember that praise and positive feedback can be used as a reward.

Recommended apps for behavior management charts

Chore Pad HD was originally designed for chores around the house, and parents could use this app to target a specific behavior. However, it is quite limited, designed really for families who are specifically targeting chores around the house. For example, if you were targeting "biting other children," that wouldn't really be categorized as a chore. So we would probably choose another app to target behavior. However, if you want an app specifically for chores, then this might be the one for you. ChorePad is quite easy to use; it allows you to select a targeted chore and then tracks the chores on a daily or weekly basis by allotting stars (pre-selected by the parent ) when the chore is completed. Once a certain number of stars are accumulated, there is a "payout" of stars that is connected to a specific reward. The iPhone mom and iAutism both have reviews of ChorePad.

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iRewardChartÂ is a simple app that allows the parent to target specific activities or behaviors (sharing, homework, etc.). This app allow parents to create targeted activities for their child, then assign stars once those targeted activities or behaviors are completed. The goal is working towards a specific reward. Only the full version of iRewardChart allows you to enter multiple profiles - this app wonÂ "Best Parenting App" award at MacWorld 2011.Â Smart Charts Â is another similar alternative app that has a lot of the same functionality.

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Apps for behavior management: Goals

Goals Â are good ... in theory. Every aspect of a special-needs child's life seems to be aimed at achieving goals, whether at school or home or the doctor's office. But if you're setting goals your child cannot reasonably meet, then you're only setting yourselves up for failure. Try breaking down big goals into small attainable pieces, or including some goals your child can easily meet for an ego-boost. Best of all, tailor goals to where your child's really at, not where you think he or she should be.

Good advice. Goal-setting is very important, especially when setting up rewards and charts. You don't want to set too many goals, or unrealistic ones, as your child will become frustrated. Instead, set manageable goals. For example: don't target completing homework each day, getting to school on time, and studying every evening all at the same time. One more thing: don't sweat the small stuff. Aggressive behavior is one thing. Picking up a sweater that was thrown on the floor is another.

We have not yet found any apps for behavior management that focus solely on teaching goal-setting. However, when selecting behaviors to target within Â many of the other apps that we review in this post, is important to use appropriate goal-setting guidelines. In the meantime, we have found some basic resources to provide some guidance on goal-setting:

Apps for behavior management: Rewards

Rewards Â need to be suited to your child's particular interests, or they won't do their motivational duty.

The key is to consistently offer the reward after the desired behavior is demonstrated.

Rewards are great motivators. If possible, allow your child to select the reward that they would like. Greater involvement in their own behavior intervention plan means greater ownership over the behavior which leads to greater success. In our experience, social and personal rewards (hugs, lunch out with dad) are always the most valuable.

Immediate rewards are more effective when first implementing a program-however, delayed rewards (such as using charts to work towards a future reward) are something to aim for. However, it must be emphasized that every child is an individual and some children need immediate reinforcement for a longer period of time until the desired behavior is achieved, while other children can work with a delayed reward system. A reward system for a child who is being toilet trained is very different than for a child who is working towards the goal of handing in his assignments on time.

Recommended apps for behavior management of rewards
We likeÂ iReward and we also like other apps by the developers, Grembe.Â It is an app designed specifically for tying a specific behavior to a specific reward, in a very visual way. The app allows you to link a behavior (such as finishing a page of math) to a specific reward (listening to music). You can select a picture from your library, take a photo, or select a photo from the photo library to represent the activities. There is also an audio option to record "voice praise" (for example, "fantastic job"!) that will play back after the child has completed the task. We love the simplicity of this app, the easy to use interface and the emphasis on visuals - excellent for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and developmental delays.
A quick note about the use of rewards-its always a good idea to look into different options and do some research in this area, as reward-based systems in behavioral intervention are definitely not the only option. There are authors like Alfie Kohn
and researchers who do not believe that rewards are an appropriate behavioral intervention as they do not teach a child self-control, self-management or ownership of his/her own behavior.
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Apps for behavior management: T is for Transitions

Transitions Â may seem like logical passages from one activity to another for you, but for your child, they may feel like cruel surprises. Kids who struggle with attention or language or motor planning can't always understand when a change is coming or make it quickly when it does. To avoid behavior meltdowns at transitional times, give your child lots of warning, time and understanding for making the switch.

Shifting from one activity (or class, or subject, or environment) to the next can be difficult for some children. Some children have difficulty with the unpredictability of a situation, and might benefit from visual reminders of what comes next. Behavior can often stem from anxiety over transitions. An article by the Friendship Circle on 12 Special Needs Transition Tips, Tricks and Strategies has some effective tips for reducing behavior associated with anxiety over transitions.

Recommended apps for behavior management transitions

Apps for visual schedules can really make transitions easier. This is where the iPad and various apps have really had an impact on the creation of visuals. It's just so easy compared to all of those years of cutting, pasting and laminating picture symbols.

First Then Visual Schedule Â is an app for creating vertical or horizontal visual schedules. Simple to use, this app has three modes (full mode, split mode and list mode) for displaying schedules. The app contains a photo library with the ability to import your own photos. In addition, the user has the ability to record over the photo, which is a nice feature in that you can provide auditory feedback or instructions. The app stores multiple schedules (ex. morning routine, school routine, swimming routine, etc.) for one child or can be used by teachers to store multiple student schedules.

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iPrompts Â is actually a multi-purpose app that can be used for creating visuals (schedules and choice-making). It also has a visual countdown timer. The choice-making option is a nice feature, as is the schedule. However, we would definitely import our own photos as the library does not use standardized Mayer-Johnson or Symbolstix symbols (so children using these might have a difficult time using the pictures that are in the app's library). Â The countdown timer is a great idea as it is visual in nature but the alarm to end the activity goes off a few minutes prior to the scheduled ending time-a warning signal. This could be confusing to children who use this option. An additional feature is "videoprompts" which can be used for videomodeling (see topic below).

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Another option for scheduling is to use apps for social stories like iCommunicate or Pictello - both can be used to create visual schedules as well as stories and are key apps recommended in There's a special app for that â€" Part 2: 5 (+1) Apps to develop social skills for students with special needs.

Apps for behavior management:Â Modeling

This one isn't in Terri Mauro's list but we thought it was an important one to add. We've covered apps for video modeling Â in a prior post. Video modeling can be a powerful strategy to encourage appropriateÂ behavior- research on video modeling shows that it is an effective evidence-based practice for children with developmental delay or autism spectrum disorders. For more information on video modeling from a parent's perspective, see this article from the Autism Advocate.

Recommended apps for behavior management modeling

My Pictures Talk is another Grembe app that allows the user to record audio over an imported photo. A recent update allows the user to integrate videos, a great feature and perfect for video modeling. Among many other uses, weâ€™ve used it to model and teach appropriate behaviour, and to teach concepts visually. Taking a photo of the child demonstrating a specific positive behaviour, while adding verbal feedback, is a highly effective method and can be done easily and quickly with this app.

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If there was a category for "best multipurpose special needs app" then Pictello would win first prize.Â Weâ€™ve used it for creating e-books, social stories, talking photo albums, video modeling, etc. Originally designed for creating social stories, the app allows you to create a series of personalized photos with audio, essentially creating a visual â€œslideshow.â€ With a few more advanced features than My Pictures Talk, the app contains a simple â€œwizardâ€ template that guides the user through the process of creating a social story or to model appropriate behaviour. A parent or teacher can save multiple stories within the app. Just last month, AssistiveWare updated Pictello to version 1.3, bringing many improvements to the app including the support of 50 voices, in 23 languages with 4 new localizations (French, Spanish, German and Dutch). Overall, a great app and one we recommend to parents and teachers as a â€œmust-haveâ€!

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Speech Journal Â is similar in purpose to Pictello. It can be used to create social stories, talking photo albums, etc. However, one big difference for the purposes of video modeling is that it can be used to make home movies. Once your slideshow is finished, you can convert it to a movie within iMovie, Appleâ€™s video editing app.

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We recommend watching the tutorial that the developer has available on YouTube in order to make a movie:

Final thoughts on Apps for behavior management and intervention

Overall, when selecting apps forÂ behavior management and intervention, three things must be emphasized;

1. Generally, in our experience, use of these apps is not a magic "cure" for a child's behavior, and they are not the only tool parents or teachers will use for a behavior management plan. They are best used as a component of a behavior management plan to help engage and motivate children to perservere with their behavior goals.

2. Parents and teachers need to be involved with the implementation, use and follow-through of these apps within the application of a behavioral intervention plan.

3. As with any behavior intervention, these apps must be used consistently. Once or twice a week will not make a significant difference.

We are constantly inspired by the creative application of apps by parents and teachers. It is truly wonderful to see parents empowered and inspired Â to use mobile technologies to assist their child. Â And we can honestly say that the area of mobile learning is an excellent, highly supportive professional learning community. We always welcome your feedback on our posts. Thanks for reading apps for behavior management and intervention, Part 10 of " There's A Special App For That " series on iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad apps for students with special needs!

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In this hour-long webinar-on-demand, learn the tech tools that help students with ADHD with Janet DeSenzo.

Your child's IEP or 504 Plan includes the use of assistive technology. Smart. But how do you ensure that the best technology is implemented consistently and used correctly? Should you research different technologies for use at home? What benchmarks will show you a technology is working?

Schools today are incorporating many web-based tools that support anytime/anywhere learning. Still more tools not typically adopted across the district may be particularly helpful to students with ADHD and specific learning needs. These may be included in an IEP or 504 Plan, but only if parents understand the state of in-school technology and know how to effectively advocate for accommodations.
In this webinar, you will learn the following:

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Note: The PDF now includes links to Weekly Check-Ins as well!
One of the hardest parts about distance learning is not being able to see and talk with our students on a regular basis. Even if you are doing video conferences, it is hard to know how students are doing and if they need help. One option is to have daily check-ins using Google Forms. This post shares free daily check in google forms for distance learning and some tips for how to use them.

About the Daily Check-In Google Forms

These daily check-in Google Forms are one way to check in your with students on a daily basis. The responses can also be shared with special education or any support staff who serve the students.

I have included two check-in forms for you: one for the beginning of the day and one for the end of the day. You can send both of the forms or choose to only send one.

Beginning of the Day Check-In Form

This form is designed to check in with the students before they begin their assignments (but after they locate them).

The form asks the following questions:

How are you feeling today?

Do you have anything to tell me? This can be about school or life.

Were you able to find all of your work for today?

Do you need any help getting started with your assignments?

What questions do you have about your assignments?

End of the Day Check-In Form

This form is designed to check in with the students as they finish their learning for the day.

The form asks the following questions:

How are you feeling now?

How did you to do today?

How do you feel about your assignments today? (This is a linear scale with "I didn't understand anything" at one end and "I understood everything" at the other end.)

Do you have anything to tell me? This can be about school or life.

Note: There are now links to Weekly Check-Ins included in the PDF download as well!

Modifying the Check-In Forms

After you copy the forms to your drive, you may go in and modify any of the questions and/or add new questions. These screenshots are also included in the free download.

Assigning the Check-In Forms
If you need help assigning these check-in forms to your students, click here to grab a free guide to help!
When assigning the forms, I recommend you make a new copy for each week (you can keep the responses organized using the spreadsheet that Google Forms generates).

Another way to send the Check-In Forms to your students is to link them via a Google Slides Template. Here is an example template. The link to copy this template can be found in the section titled Get the Free Daily Check-In Google Forms and Slide Template Here.

Viewing the Responses

You can easily view the responses by generating a spreadsheet. The spreadsheet is automatically sorted by date and time so you can keep your responses organized. You can also sort the responses alphabetically by student name.

***Get the Free Daily Check-In Google Forms and Slide Template Here
****Click here or on the image below to grab the PDF with the links to each Google Form and the Google Slide Templates (and tips for copying/modifying the forms and viewing the responses).
Note: make sure you copy the forms to your drive. If you manipulate the link, you will be compromising your students' data. YOU MUST COPY THE FORM TO YOUR DRIVE AND CREATE A NEW FORM THAT IS ONLY ACCESSIBLE BY YOU AND YOUR STUDENTS!

Note: There are now links to Weekly Check-Ins included in the PDF download as well!

More Digital Distance Learning Resources
How to Assign Google Forms How to Create Google Form Assignments Viewing and Analyzing Responses in Google Forms How to Assign Google Slides How to Have Students Show Their Math Work Digitally - Free Student Google Slides Guide Tips for Distance Learning Planning
Blog Posts and Free Guides

Digital Learning Activities
Main Idea Differentiated Practice - These are perfect for assigning differentiated reading practice (texts at two levels to your students). Text Structure Differentiated Practice - Another option for differentiating your reading practice easily. Reading Test Prep Task Cards - This is perfect for reading review! It includes 8 Google Forms in all (with 8 questions per form).
Google Form - Reading Activities
4th Grade Math Test Prep Review 5th Grade Math Test Prep Review 4th Grade Math Differentiated Skill Sheets 5th Grade Math Differentiated Skill Sheets Math Choice Boards (Grades 3-5 Available) 5th Grade Math Skill Posters Decimal of the Day Review 5th Grade Find the Error Math Tasks
Google Slides - Math Activities
4th & 5th Grade Reading View Color by Reading Activities Reading Interactive Notebook Color Coding Text Evidence Printables Reading Intervention Passages with Read Aloud Audio 4th & 5th Grade Reading Flipbooks Theme Activities - Printable and Digital Versions Inference Activities - Printable and Digital Versions 5th Grade Language Review 5th Grade Language Posters Finish the Story! Engaging Narrative Writing Center
Google Slides - Literacy Activities

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Free Daily Check-In Google Forms for Distance Learning

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Filed Under: Classroom Management and Organization, Digital Resources Note: The PDF now includes links to Weekly Check-Ins as well! One of the hardest parts about distance learning is not being able to see and talk with our students on a regular basis.