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Praise and Positive Reinforcement

Students respond well to positive reinforcement and specific praise. Read about these classroom management techniques here.

Effective Praise

Giving students effective praise is an important part of teaching. This article looks at the steps and the tips for giving effective praise.

How to Handle Right and Wrong Answers

Here you will find suggestions for dealing with oral responses.

Lessons in Lifemanship

This chapter should inspire us all to pay more attention to praising students. Be sure to check other chapters in this fine online book.

Positive Reinforcement: A Self-Instructional Exercise

Written as a lesson plan to be used with college students, this tutorial is valuable for anyone desiring a review of the principles of reinforcement.

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