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Unmasking Behavior Functions Lesson Plan

Participants will learn to identify and apply the four primary functions of student behavior—escape, attention, sensory, and tangible—and develop proactive strategies to minimize challenging behaviors in their classrooms.

Understanding behavior functions empowers teachers to address root causes of disruptions, create supportive environments, and boost student engagement and learning.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Warm-Up

10 minutes

Step 2

Overview of Behavior Functions

15 minutes

Step 3

Case Study Analysis

20 minutes

Step 4

Strategy Development

20 minutes

Step 5

Action Planning and Reflection

15 minutes

Step 6

Wrap-Up and Q&A

10 minutes

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Unmasking Behavior Functions

Agenda

Learning Objectives

Why It Matters

The Four Functions of Behavior

Function 1: Escape

Function 2: Attention

Function 3: Sensory

Function 4: Tangible

Case Study Analysis

Strategy Development

Action Planning & Reflection

Wrap-Up & Q&A

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Unmasking Behavior Functions

Alyssha Walker

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