Unit 301

Hi, I just joined today - only started my Level 3 CCLD. This is all very new to me as I have worked as a secretary for years.

I have to give three examples of strategies that reinforce positive behaviour and give an example of when each of these might be used in my workplace. For each example I have to explain how it links to my setting's behaviour policy??

It's probably easier than it sounds, but after nine o'clock at night my mind is blank. Can anyone please give me some ideas??? Please, please, please

[SomeoneSpecial]

you need to talk about possitive and negative reinforcment (look up skinners theory)

you can use things like sticker charts, giving praise, displaying work. giving the children "free time", as well as other systems such as star of the week/day etc-most likely in school settings.

also look up albert banduras social learning theory, he was able to show children learn from observing others, back this up with a quote that says children learn by copying (use your search engine or books) and go on to say by adults in the setting being good role modles the children will copy the adults good behaviour, they will also observe the staffs interaction with eachother and with parents-look at the policy on working with parents-behaviour and conduct etc also here you could talk about anti bias anti discriminatory practice and say how that has a positive influence on childrens self confidance which will promote positive behaviour-find a quote that says "children who lack confidence can show unwanted behaviour"

talk about the key worker system and how having a bond with the child, providing for their individual needs(activities-ages stages etc) and giving them the attention they need etc this can promote positive behaviour.

possibly talk about if they had a medical condition/behaviour problem youd want to do research on that, possibly work with parents to control diet (ADHD) etc which can effect behaviour and also mention using other proffecionals if needed. observing and recording a childs progression or diression can also help identifi, triggers, problems etc

staff ratios

controling negative behaviour will promote positive behaviour etc this can be done by warnings, getting on the childs level and talking to them, body language, thinking time/time out, ignoring unwanted behaviours or if nessessery removing child from the situation/room. it would depend on the type of behaviour shown and age and stage for example there are often policies on biting etc

not having low or too high expectations of the child. ensuring they are able to access activities, join in etc

all the things mentioned above should relate to your settings behaviour policy in some way.

hope this helps

[Ruthierhyme]

Hiya and welcome

For the younger age range a few basic strategies can be in showing emotions - looking at how eye contact is used, encouragement and praise, possibly visual responses such as clapping. Displaying surprise, sincerity in tone and how positive an adults approach is to the Child / Children's own ideas & information .. training, ratios & awareness.

Stepping up a little, strategies such as delegating responsibilities, allowing Child leadership and promoting ownership of the environment, its routines are good for guiding positive outlooks / reinforcing positive aspects of behaviour.

Displaying work as a group .. as aready suggested, is great for demonstrating pride of achievement. Distraction, intervention and planning techniques or strategies can also be helpful.

Strategies to help communication from Cumbria.gov.uk is a great read

Hth a little, enjoy Silkysteps

xx

Thank you both so much for replying. SomeoneSpecial you have given me loads of information for sites I can look up so I better get cracking - thanks again for all your help - so glad I found this forum - it's brill!!