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Western Kentucky University

2012

Special Education and Teaching

Applied Behavior Analysis (SPED 432) and Intervention Strategies for Literacy (SPED 431)

Positive practice

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How Overcorrection Improves Behavior, Annie Katzman, Susan Carder, Molly Mcnamara Dec 2012

How Overcorrection Improves Behavior, Annie Katzman, Susan Carder, Molly Mcnamara

Applied Behavior Analysis (SPED 432) and Intervention Strategies for Literacy (SPED 431)

This poster introduces the practice of overcorrection. Overcorrection is a discipline strategy that can be used inside and outside of the classroom. It is used to decrease inappropriate behavior (e.g., running down the hallway, hitting another student, or destroying school property). There are different types of overcorrection that appear to be effective, such as positive practice, neutral practice, and restitutional practice. These have been implemented with positive results in the reduction of inappropriate behavior. Overall, overcorrection is a research based strategy, but care must be taken when a student is causing harm to himself or others.