When Using Time Out in a Classroom, Which of the Following

question 114

Multiple Choice

When using time out in a classroom, which of the following should be considered?

• A) Escape behavior could be punished.
• B) Positive reinforcement for the teacher is likely to contribute to increased duration of time out.
• C) The technique is easily abused and needs to be monitored and supervised carefully.
• D) For children who are relatively non-disruptive and for innocuous behavior time out is optimal.

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