havior (what you are doing is..., a better way of getting what you need or want is...). 32. Frequent self-putdowns, poor personal care and posture, negative comments about self and others, low self-esteem + Structure for success.+ Train student for self-monitoring, reinforce improvements, teach self-questioning strategies (What am I doing? How is that going to affect others?)+ Allow opportunities for the student to show his strength.+ Give positive recognition. 33. Difficulty using unstructured time - recess, hallways, lunchroom, locker room, library, assembly + Provide student with a definite purpose during unstructured activities (The purpose of going to the library is to check out..the purpose of...is...).+ Encourage group games and participation (organized school clubs and activities). 34. Losing things necessary for task or activities at school or at home (e.g. pencils, books, assignments before, during and after completion of a given task) + Help students organize. Frequently monitor notebook and dividers, pencil pouch, locker, book bag, desks. A place for everything and everything in its place.+ Provide positive reinforcement for good organization. Provide student with a list of needed materials and locations. 35. Poor use of time (sitting, starting off into space, doodling, not working on task at hand) + Teach reminder cues (a gentle touch on the shoulder, hand signal, etc.).+ Tell the student your expectations of what paying attention looks like. (You look like you are paying attention when...)+ Give the student a time limit for a small unit of work with positive reinforcement for accurate completion.+ Use a contract, timer, etc. for self-monitoring. ...
