Connecting Challenging Behaviors to Early Childhood Development Theories by courtney finamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv en-us 2021-11-15 04:40:01 UTC 2023-12-11 04:32:35 UTC hello@padlet.com Inability to Self-Regulate Against Forms of Aggressive Behavior courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890348176 2021-11-15 04:48:59 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890348176 Emotional courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890350024 The child can not self-regulate emotions which leads to the following:
  • Emotionally Reactive
  • Meltdowns
  • Tantrums
  • Outbursts
  • Extensive Crying
  • Temperamental
  • Withdrawn
  • Anxious
  • Depressed

]]> 2021-11-15 04:50:06 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890350024 Physical courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890350809 The child can not self-regulate which leads to impulse control and unpredictable behavior. The child may act out by doing one or more of the following:
  • Hitting
  • Pushing or Shoving
  • Biting
  • Kicking
  • Climbing on Things
  • Running Away
  • Grabbing Toys
These actions may be inflicted on oneself, someone else or something in the classroom environment such as furniture, books, and toys. 
]]> 2021-11-15 04:50:36 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890350809 Behaviorism courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890396359 Behaviorism is the theory that we can study psychology by observing actions from an objective point of view. 

This can be broken down into two forms of conditioning:
  • Operant Conditioning
  • Classical Conditioning
]]> 2021-11-15 05:18:09 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890396359 John B. Watson courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890397833 Known as the founder of Behaviorism]]> 2021-11-15 05:18:59 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890397833 Watson's Theory of Behaviorism courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890405405 2021-11-15 05:23:33 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890405405 B. F. Skinner courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890410964 Created the Theory of Operant Conditioning]]> 2021-11-15 05:26:56 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890410964 Skinner's Operant Conditioning courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890413611 2021-11-15 05:28:45 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890413611 Oppositional courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890437527 Lack of self-regulation can lead to the child acting out in order to get attention or out of boredom. The child may act out by:
  • Not following rules
  • Refusing to Participate 
  • Emotional Outbursts
  • Trouble Focusing
  • Not Finishing Tasks
  • Distracting Others
  • Talking/Walking Around During Lessons
  • Overall Disruptive Behavior
This behavior is detrimental to other students and the overall learning environment. It takes away from the learning of all involved.
]]> 2021-11-15 05:44:47 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1890437527 Tantrums https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1891447995 Usually driven by a want or a goal, or perhaps checking to see if a parent/teacher is paying attention to behavior, a tantrums are often fits of crying.]]> 2021-11-15 14:39:45 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1891447995 Meltdowns https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1891478210 A reaction to feeling overwhelmed, this crying fit has no goal and will continue without an audience.  ]]> 2021-11-15 14:49:16 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1891478210 Managing Tantrums & Meltdowns with Skinner's Theory of Positive Reinforcement-Operant Conditioning https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1891595264 Toddler tantrums and meltdowns are a normal part of their development that often stem from lack of language skills.  Using attention to improve toddler behavior can be particularly effective. Positive attention is about noticing what your child is doing and letting him know that you’re pleased. This can be done through:
  • Praise
  • Encouragement
  • Physical Affection or Gestures
  • Active Listening

]]> 2021-11-15 15:28:53 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1891595264 Appropriate Response to Tantrums & Meltdowns Using Watson's Theory aliciabrady https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1896472853 Using Watson's approach of Classical Conditioning the educator can recondition how children react and self regulate. ]]> 2021-11-17 10:00:21 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1896472853 Refusing to Participate courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1898440627 The child may distance themselves from classmates during certain or all activities and refuse to take part. They do not want to follow the teacher's instructions and other codes of conduct. The child may be disinterested in the task and unable to control their emotions in order to maintain their behavior as expected.]]> 2021-11-18 02:22:55 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1898440627 Hitting Classmates courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1898442655  The child may use these forms of aggressive behavior to solve problems.]]> 2021-11-18 02:23:58 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1898442655 Dealing with Inappropriate Physical Behavior According to Watson's Theory courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1898455924 Although Watson's approach says not drawing attention to negative behavior will stop it from recurring, physical violence is dangerous to ignore. Instead, teachers can:
  • Avoid turning the attention of the entire class towards the behavior
  • Take the children involved aside and deal with it in a separate space
  • Use strict consequences to deter it from happening again
To foster a positive environment, teachers can enforce the idea of:
  • Dealing with emotions with words rather than physically
  • Creating a safe space where students can express their feelings verbally to classmates and teachers
  • Reward students who correctly handle emotions and problems without resorting to physical means
]]> 2021-11-18 02:30:41 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1898455924 Controlling Physical Behavior Issues Using Skinner's Theory courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1898457907 Since this behavior can be dangerous and students can be seriously harmed by physical violence, the teacher can use negative consequences such as:
  • Time Outs
  • Missing Recess
  • Detentions
  • Loss of Other Privileges 
]]> 2021-11-18 02:31:36 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1898457907 Encouraging Participation with Watson's Theory courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1898459878 Watson claimed that the external environment is the most important influence in a child's behavior. With this in mind, in order to encourage participation in the classroom the teacher should:
  • Create a positive and engaging environment that inspires all children to take part
  • Positively reinforce those who follow the rules with verbal praise or physical rewards like stickers
  • Ignore negative actions in order to avoid them being repeated
]]> 2021-11-18 02:32:39 UTC https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1898459878 Facilitating the Participation of All Student's using Skinner's Approach courtneyfinamore https://padlet.com/courtneyfinamore/bc9jcb55sxezybbv/wish/1898461552 According to Operant Conditioning, the teacher can set standard consequences for refusing to participate.
  • The child will respond to negative associations with this type of behavior.
  • As a result, they will follow the rules in place to avoid the consequences.
Alternatively, rather than calling out this problem behavior, the teacher can focus positive attention on the students who are actively participating.
  • Give positive reinforcement to the children who are participating
  • Use a reward system to provide an incentive for active participation
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