Lesson 2: How do I implement and modify a token economy to meet the needs of my students?

Lesson 2: How do I implement and modify a token economy to meet the needs of my students?

Objectives: By the end of this lesson participants will be able to...

1. Create their token economy by completing a planning sheet and a letter to parents
2. Make at least one modification to meet the needs of their individual students
3. Reflect on the implementation of their plan

Introduction: In this final unit, you will be "putting it all together." To begin your final project, fill out the planning sheet below. You will then use this planning sheet to compose a letter to parents discussing your new plan for the classroom.

File:Token Economy Planning Sheet.doc 

Question Before You Read: In the last lesson, you identified two "tokens" you might use. In your learning journal, describe these in detail, draw a picture, explain them. Now, connect them to two behaviors that you want to improve in your classroom- For example: "I will use "Scholar Dollars" or "Kaufman Cash" that is paper money with my picture in the middle. I will distribute the cash to students who complete their homework. Students will receive five dollars for each week they complete all five assignments."

Assignment: Click on the link below to read the article. ****In your learning journal, complete the "Getting Ready Section" at the end of the article.****

 File:Token.pdf

Questions:
1. Take a look at your tokens. What do you need to do to implement them (make copies, purchase, sign up for an account etc) How long will it take to gather them for your class?
2. Take a look at your backup reinforcers. What do you need to implement them? How long will it take you to gather them for your class?

Visit the following website.:
https://www.classdojo.com

Questions:
1. Do you think that this website could help you construct your plan? Why/Why not?

Learning Journal: In your learning journal complete the "Getting Ready" section after the article. Also write responses to the four questions asked in the lesson and the assignment. In the next lesson you will be publishing the actual plan for your economy and reflecting on its implementation. Start small. Remember- this economy can grow. Begin with two behaviors, one or two tokens, and two reinforcers. Narrow them down for your plan.

Resources:
http://www.iseesam.com/teachall/text/behavior/LRBIpdfs/Token.pdf

www.classdojo.com

Once you are done with your reflection, you will now begin to design the plan for your own token economy as you move on to the final lesson:
Lesson 2: How do I implement and modify a token economy to meet the needs of my students?