Provide punishers or null consequences for inappropriate behavior. Bandura Social Learning q Expectancy X value theory. Observe and assess what stimulus changes immediately follow the problematic and desired behaviors. In Mr. Gilman's 6th grade classroom, in East Cuttyhunk middle school, he tries to have class discussions over content that students have been assigned to read. His impression is that getting a good discussion going is hard.
Students seem hesitant to respond.
When students make comments, they often are opinions that are not supported by evidence or are based on prejudices or feelings. The discussions often end up being question and answer sessions. He wants to improve the quality of class discussions. Teacher explained star contributions and gave practice on each type. Students got 1 point for non-star and 3 points for star contributions.