Or You are all demonstrating cooperation. I m impressed. Megan and the teachers have found that when they casually interact with the students in this manner, the level of cooperation among the students improves. Even though Megan and the middle-school team have not specifically praised a particular student, they have nevertheless subtly sent the message that cooperation is expected. Students will be more likely to demonstrate cooperation to fit in with their peers.
Positive interactions can help even the most difficult students meet behavioral expectations.
Some students may lack the social skills to invite positive comments from others. These students may go through the whole school day with little or no conversation with adults or peers. They simply become invisible until they demand attention inappropriately. Darius and Chris are both personal paraprofessionals for two high school students. Darius is assigned to Sam, a freshman with a history of behavioral difficulties.