Token Reinforcement: Effects for Reducing Tardiness with a Socially Disadvantaged Adolescent Student.

Inkster, J. A.; McLaughlin, T. F.

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ERIC Number: EJ481384

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1993

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Token Reinforcement: Effects for Reducing Tardiness with a Socially Disadvantaged Adolescent Student.

Inkster, J. A.; McLaughlin, T. F.

B.C. Journal of Special Education, v17 n3 p284-88 1993

This study found that microcomputer free time was a very effective consequence in decreasing the tardiness of a middle school boy, in improving his academic achievement, and in improving the student's attitude toward school and school assignments. (Author/JDD)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Attendance, Attitude Change, Behavior Modification, Contingency Management, Disadvantaged, High Risk Students, Junior High Schools, Microcomputers, Middle Schools, Outcomes of Treatment, Positive Reinforcement, Student Attitudes, Token Economy

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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