Details
This intervention uses a tool – known as the forced-choice reinforcement survey – to identify possible classroom reinforcers.
Goal
The goal of this intervention is to help uncover what motivates students' behaviors and what kinds of experiences are reinforcing for that individual.
Action
This intervention entails working with a student to answer a set of controlled choice survey questions about their individual reinforcement preferences. This can help in working with them to identify potential classroom reinforcers as their answers can provide valuable insight into the types of rewards and incentives they desire.
Preparation
Click here to access the controlled choice survey.
Instructions
(1) Schedule time to meet briefly with the student and explain to them that you would like them to answer a few short questions on a survey.
(2) Share that the purpose of this is to help you learn about some of different rewards that matter to them so that, together, you can help adjust the types of incentives they have available throughout the day
(3) Read the prompt at the top of the survey and then allow the student to respond to the questions. You can help talk through some of the questions if necessary.
(4) After the student completes the survey, score it by tallying the results in the scoring key section on the last page.
· The scoring key includes five different types of motivators: adult approval (e.g., verbal praise, non-verbal recognition of positive behaviors), competitive approval (e.g., individual attention), peer approval (e.g., leadership roles, group activities), independent rewards (e.g., time alone in calming corner, student choice), and consumable rewards (e.g., tangible objects, snacks).
(5) Review the results with the student and use the insights from the scoring key to suggest new reinforcers, rewards, or incentives to integrate into existing intervention plans or their daily schedule.
Implementation Tips
- Consider using the student's responses to inform behavior plans or to alter existing incentive systems that might be a part of other interventions they are receiving.
- This intervention is recommended for use when students are not motivated by rewards or incentives or showing disinterest in school work.
Why this works
Research indicates that the use of forced-choice reinforcement menus can lead to positive student outcomes across behavior and academics. Moreover, the tool generates direct feedback from the student's perspective, increasing their agency in the process and setting the foundation for improvements in terms of the teacher-student relationship.
Supporting Evidence
Gable, R. A. (1991) from: Cartwright, C. A., & Cartwright, G. P. (1970). Determining the motivational systems of individual children. TEACHING Exceptional Children, 2:3, 143-149. Forced-Choice Reinforcement Survey.
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