Part 1:

Devise a behavior contract (a specific example of a behavior) and speak to what you would do for each of the 14 rules (brief description) describedbelow:

1. Select socially and educationally important behaviors

2. Include only one or two closely related target behaviors

3. Make a list of possible reinforcers that are meaningful and fair

4. Write and sign the contract

5. Write the contract in positive terms

6. Make contracts specific regarding the behavior and the consequence

7. Give contracts a definite beginning and end

8. Provide frequent reinforcement that immediately follows the behavior

9. Provide attention and approval for progress toward fulfilling the contract

10. A good contract should ensure success

11. Contracts should be negotiated and fair to both parties

12. Contracts should allow for renegotiation

13. Keep a record of performance on the contracted behavior

14. Fade out written contracts after new patterns of behavior and reinforcement have been established

Part 2:

Regarding the behavior contract described above ~ write 1-3 sentences describing how you will address each of the 6 potential problems described below:

1. Contracts are not negotiated in good faith

2. Major problems may prevent you from starting small

3. Parties sometimes disagree on whether a contract has been fulfilled

4. When to renegotiate

5. Should there be penalties for falling to fulfill a contract?

6. What if an impasse is reached?