The Reinforcement Revolution: Transforming Education through Fun with Steve Ward

The Crisis in Education Podcast

Are you tired of the same worn-out discussions about the education crisis? Dr. Paulie and guest Steve Ward are flipping the script. This podcast promises more than just a rehashing of problems—it's a tactical playbook for revolutionary change. Listen in as they dissect the complex landscape of modern education, from the pitfall of disengaged students to the misguided attempt to shoehorn more 'learning' into an already crammed school day. Could education be both motivating and reinforcing? Dr. Paulie and Steve Ward argue that it absolutely can be, and they've got the science to back it up.

They'll delve into the intricate mechanics of positive reinforcement, illuminating how to establish a chain of reinforcers that don't just reward but emotionally connect. You'll be amazed to see how transformative, enthralling educational activities can truly be. And get this—they'll even make a case for letting students catch teachers' mistakes, turning the classroom into an engaging learning hub.

But they won't stop there. The duo will tackle the often-overlooked importance of personalized educational strategies, investigating how to balance challenge and achievable success, using precise reinforcement to maintain motivation. They'll also confront the silent driver of classroom dynamics—teacher behavior and its critical role in shaping student engagement.

Ready to shake up your beliefs about what's possible in education? Then this is a podcast you won't want to miss. Prepare for insights that go beyond mere management to offer transformative approaches to both teaching and learning. It's nothing short of a paradigm shift.
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Articles
https://www.archivesofpsychology.org/index.php/aop/article/view/82
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5352626/
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/BF03393050
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https://www.eventbrite.com/o/cabs-autism-and-behavior-specialists-34162179949
Podcasts
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2020275/12550535-trauma-informed-care-assent-and-
compassion-a-call-for-nuance-in-aba?fbclid=IwAR1mS7o4EXHmdaa7ptr4xLinSyjT07yrBZn-
MP1yGk3yvJdPLBuiPc9ms_M
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thoughts-rants-of-a-behavior-
scientist/id1638535604?i=1000622600937
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thoughts-rants-of-a-behavior-
scientist/id1638535604?i=1000612004854
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thoughts-rants-of-a-behavior-
scientist/id1638535604?i=1000606693318
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thoughts-rants-of-a-behavior-
scientist/id1638535604?i=1000595934207
https://behavioralobservations.com/how-to-help-individuals-with-anxiety-session-187-with-
steve-ward/
https://behavioralobservations.com/the-case-for-humor-in-behavioral-interventions-session-
111-with-steve-ward/
https://marybarbera.com/teaching-kids-with-autism-games-and-leisure-activities/
https://howtoaba.com/episode-097-assessing-and-teaching-good-learner-repertoires-with-
steve-ward/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=my2g8YekBsI
Book links
Teaching Good Learner Repertoires
What You Need to Know about Motivation and Teaching Games: An in-depth analysis
Another 21 Games: This time, it’s personal…