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Middle School Teachers’ Concerns for Implementing the Principles of SWPBIS
Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions
  • Laura Feuerborn, University of Washington Tacoma
  • Ashli Tyre
  • Kathleen Beaudoin, University of Washington Tacoma
  • Jillian Bruce
Publication Date
8-14-2019
Document Type
Article
Abstract

Following a review of the literature to identify core principles of schoolwide positive behavior interventions and supports (SWPBIS), this study employed coding methods to examine teacher concerns as expressed in their responses to an open-ended probe in five middle schools. Teachers in all schools expressed concerns for their colleagues’ support for implementation, Tier 2 and 3 supports, use of reinforcement and consequences, and student investment. Fewer teachers expressed concerns for prevention, structuring the environment to support positive behavior, using data to make decisions, teaching expectations, and the need to understand the function of behavior. Within and across schools, teachers expressed diverse views as they affirmed their support, expressed concerns for their colleagues’ non-support, and, in fewer cases, expressed misunderstandings or beliefs in opposition to the principles of SWPBIS. Overall, tensions seemed to stem not from opposition or resistance to SWPBIS but from poor application of the SWPBIS principles in their building—by the team, the administrators, and/or colleagues. Limitations, recommendations for practice, and future research are discussed.

DOI
10.1177/1098300719867858
Publisher Policy
pre print, post print
Open Access Status
Licensed
Citation Information
Laura Feuerborn, Ashli Tyre, Kathleen Beaudoin and Jillian Bruce. "Middle School Teachers’ Concerns for Implementing the Principles of SWPBIS" Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions (2019) p. 1.09830071986785e+15
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/laura_feuerborn/30/