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Tailoring Effective Behavior Management Strategies for Speech-Language Pathologists
Jason C Chow1, Kathleen N Zimmerman2, Reed Senter1
1Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond.
Abstract:
Purpose Many speech-language pathologists (SLPs) experience challenging behaviors during service delivery and also report minimal training in effective behavior management strategies. The purpose of this tutorial is to present low-effort behavior management strategies that SLPs can adopt, adapt, and implement. Method After providing an overall rationale for effective behavior management strategies, we present two evidence-based behavior management strategies aimed at improving positive behavior and engagement. We provide descriptions, steps, and applied examples for implementing visual activity schedules and behavior-specific praise. We include three implementation scenarios and resources for SLPs to access specifically tailored to speech-language pathology practice. Conclusions Visual activity schedules and behavior-specific praise are two flexible behavior management strategies that can be collaboratively created by SLPs and educators and implemented during a variety of instructional arrangements during speech and language therapy. Implementing evidence-based behavior management strategies may improve students' engagement and achievement in speech and language-focused outcomes.
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