Max was a student in Mr. Gray's class. He worked on a behavior contract that stated that he needed to earn 10 points before he could trade them for time to play a game. However, he learned that even if he acted out and did not earn the 10 points, Mr. Gray would sometimes give in and let him play a game. He had some fun seeing just how far out of line he could get and still get to play. What error did Mr. Gray make?
a. He needs to buy new games.
b. Max's time with the games was not contingent upon his behavior.
c. He should lower the number of points needed to play a game.
d. He needs a better relationship with Max.
Question 2
Ms. Higgins implemented a reinforcement plan with her language arts class. She also implemented several plans for individual students. Behaviors improved for a few days and then student behaviors began to deteriorate. What should Ms. Higgins do now?
a. Stop using the current reinforcement plans and create new ones.
b. Suspend the students and start the current reinforcement plans again.
c. Follow problem solving steps and examine the plans.
d. b and c
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