PBIS and Anti-Bullying: How do They Tie Together? image
What is PBIS? Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), an evidence-based framework for developing positive behavior, is used in schools nationwide to create a positive climate for learning. Studies have confirmed links between positive school culture and improved student learning and achievement. From a psychological perspective, PBIS focuses on teaching and reinforcing students’ positive behaviors. In the end, positive behaviors become more effective and rewarding than negative behaviors. How do schools use PBIS? PBIS continues to gain popularity as a structured method to address issues that affect school climate and culture. Schools might track student behaviors including motivation, severity level, location, and identify which school-wide disciplinary practices are working, which might be irrelevant, and which processes need improvement. Equally ...
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