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Download full textPedrini, Bonnie C.; Pedrini, D. T. – 1972
The paper briefly explains operant conditioning as it pertains to special educators. Operant conditioning is thought to be an efficient method for modifying student behavior. Using the B. F. Skinner frame of reference, operant conditioning is said to include behavior modification and therapy, programed instruction, and computer assisted and…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Computer Assisted Instruction, Disadvantaged Youth, Exceptional Child Education
Pedrini, Bonnie C.; Pedrini, D. T. – 1973
The purpose of this paper is to relate psychology to teaching generally, and to relate behavior shaping to curriculum, specifically. Focusing on operant conditioning and learning, many studies are cited which illustrate some of the work being done toward effectively shaping or modifying student behavior whether in terms of subject matter or…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Behavior Change, Behavior Theories, Behavioral Science Research
Pedrini, D. T.; Pedrini, B. C. – 1989
William James, the turn of the century psychologist, philospher, and educator, was avidly interested in the relationship between psychology and teaching. This paper considers operant conditioning, timing of reinforcers, and programmed instruction--touchstones of B.F. Skinner in the teaching/learning milieu. Of course, materials not just methods…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Educational Psychology, Operant Conditioning, Patterned Responses
Pedrini, Bonnie C.; Pedrini, D. T. – 1972
The paper presents a philosophy of education for severely deviant children and adolescents who are brain damaged (severely retarded), mentally ill, or behaviorally uncontrolled. The following are program components: psychologically and educationally sound materials such as programed materials following a life experience approach, operant…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Classroom Design, Educational Philosophy, Emotional Disturbances
Pedrini, Bonnie C.; Pedrini, D. T. – 1972
Presented in the paper are U.S. Office of Education data relevant to the kinds and numbers of handicapped youths (ages 5 to 19 years), and the corresponding special education teachers needed. Also considered are psychological and educational evaluations in the areas of achievement; aptitude; intelligence; interest, preference, and value;…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Classification, Educational Needs, Exceptional Child Education
Pedrini, Bonnie C.; Pedrini, D. T. – 1972
This research paper generally relates psychology to teaching; specifically, behavior shaping to curriculum planning. Reports are cited that emphasize operant learning as a means of behavior modification. In this instance, the teacher provides a favorable learning situation and arranges environmental factors to increase or decrease the frequency of…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Classroom Environment, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Research
