Philosophy of Management Review

Which idea is central to Choice Theory?

• All behavior can be shaped.

• All behavior is a response to whether or not five needs are being met.

• Students learn to make good choices by being involved in decision-making.

Which idea is central to Student-Directed Learning?

• All behavior can be shaped.

• All behavior is a response to whether or not five needs are being met.

• Students learn to make good choices by being involved in decision-making.

Which idea is central to Behaviorism/Operant Conditioning?

• All behavior can be shaped.

• All behavior is a response to whether or not five needs are met.

• Students learn to make good choices by being involved in decision-making.

One of the major theorists we studied is absolutely opposed to using rewards and punishments. What is his theory called?

• Behaviorism/Operant Conditioning

• Choice Theory

• Student-Directed Learning

Many schools use PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports), which usually involves a token economy and recognition for outstanding character. Which theory is this approach primarily based on?

• Behaviorism/Operant Conditioning

• Choice Theory

• Student-Directed Learning

You learned that involving students in the expectation-setting process at the beginning of the school year makes them more likely to follow these expectations. What theory best explains this phenomena?

• Behaviorism/Operant Conditioning

• Choice Theory

• Student-Directed Learning

Which theory best explains why positive and negative reinforcement (but not punishment) is an effective approach to behavior management?

• Behaviorism/Operant Conditioning

• Choice Theory

• Student-Directed Learning

Which theory best explains why a teacher would have a student make their own plan for discipline when he/she has made a poor behavior choice?

• Behaviorism/Operant Conditioning

• Student-Directed Learning

Which theory best explains why schools providing free breakfast and lunch, a clothing closet and student counseling is linked to behavior management?

• Behaviorism/Operant Conditioning

• Choice Theory

We have a couple more class sessions remaining. I have some things planned, but I'd also like to know what you'd like to cover. Please add any ideas or questions here.