Assignment:
1. Are you currently or have you ever implemented a group contingency plan to manage your students' behavior? (If the response if "yes" then ask all questions-; if the response is "no" then proceed to use questions 8-10)
2. How long have you been implementing group contingency plans? How did you learn about the plan?
3. Describe the type of group contingency plan you are using. (If not provided in the answer, ask about behavior criteria, schedule reinforcement, types of reinforcers, BSP, tracking system, use of visuals.)
4. How did you decide to use this type of plan?
5. How do you monitor the effectiveness of this plan? Does anyone else assist in monitoring or overseeing the plan?
6. How do you determine what the reinforcers will be associated with the group contingency plan?
7. Do you believe this plan has decreased disruptive behavior and increased appropriate behavior (Ask their beliefs about specific components they believe contributes to reducing disruptive behavior and increasing appropriate behavior, if not provided)?
8. Have you ever implemented an individual contingency plan?
9. What behavior management resources/supports are currently available to you for managing classroom behavior?
10. Are there any final thoughts or feelings concerning behavior management you wish to share?
CRITICAL INCIDENT REPORT
During the interview process, you indicated that you have or currently are implementing a group contingency plan. Please respond to the following questions. You may handwrite or type your responses. Thank you for your time.
Have you experienced any positive or rewarding outcomes regarding the implementation of a group contingency plan? If your answer is yes, please describe your experience(s) in detail. If your answer is no, please indicate whether you would change your implementation of a group contingency plan, and why.
Have you experienced any unsuccessful outcomes regarding the implementation of a group contingency plan? Please describe.