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Updated April 1, 2017

Module 8: Interactions and Guidance

Direct and Indirect Guidance Techniques

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Page 8

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• Handout: Positive Responses that Guide Children​ ​

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This slide show suggests using the term "mistaken behavior", instead of the word "misbehavior".  On page 12 of this module you will be introduced to the the idea of using the term "Off-Track Behavior".  

Off-Track Behavior is the term that is the current trend, and is more respectful of children, and their needs.

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Caution about Using Rewards and Stickers 

​Behavior modification techniques are tempting to use because they are so effective when used correctly, at least initially. Children will work for the physical evidence of their good or poor behavior.  But, behavior modification techniques do not emphasize the social and interpersonal reasons for cooperating. 

• Early Childhood Classroom Management Using Research and Evidenced Based Strategies 

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