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ERIC Number: EJ165996
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1977
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Self Versus Teacher Selected Reinforcers in a Token Economy
Karraker, R. J.
Exceptional Children, 43, 7, 454-5, Apr 77
The rate of achievement and enjoyment of 12 learning disabled pupils (ages 8-12 years) in a token economy was demonstrated to be higher when they were permitted to select their own reinforcers than when the teacher selected the reinforcers. (MH)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Contingency Management, Elementary Education, Learning Disabilities, Motivation Techniques, Operant Conditioning, Positive Reinforcement, Self Reward
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