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Using Acoustical Feedback To Improve Elementary School Student Behavior During Transitions, Lauren Danielle Altman
Using Acoustical Feedback To Improve Elementary School Student Behavior During Transitions, Lauren Danielle Altman
USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations
Behavior during transitions in classrooms is an area in need of additional supports in order for teachers to effectively manage classrooms. Extended transition durations, particularly transition periods between one activity and another are related to problem behavior among children in educational settings. This study evaluated the use of acoustical feedback aimed to improve transition behaviors of elementary school students, using a multiple-baseline design across participants. Teachers were trained to implement the acoustical feedback procedure. Data on teacher treatment fidelity, student transition behavior (transition duration and problem behavior), generalization probes, and social validity were collected to examine the feasibility and potential …