A Girl in Your Classroom Rarely Interacts with Her Classmates

question 30

Essay

A girl in your classroom rarely interacts with her classmates. She is obviously quite lonely but apparently has no confidence in her ability to make friends. Describe how you might help the girl develop social skills through shaping. In your discussion,be sure to include:
a. The specific behavior(s)you would shape
b. A specific reinforcer you might use,as well as a justification for your choice
c. The sequence of steps you might take as you shape the desired behavior

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