27. Why Token Boards are a Hot Topic

Check out the full podcast to learn everything you need to know about token boards and why they are controversial.

In this episode of Autism Academy 360, Abby takes on the topic of token boards, an effective tool for motivating and managing behavior in autistic students but also a controversial one. 

First, we define token boards and explain their basic concept. This is where confusion comes in, so we are going to talk about what they actually are.

Then we address common concerns and provide counterarguments. We first will cover the very valid concern that is the over-reliance on extrinsic rewards. Another common argument is the complexity and time-consuming setup and implementation. Lastly, the concern of inequity and fairness is addressed and talked about how to make them fair in your classroom.

Finally, Abby will discuss how to implement token boards effectively. The implementation sometimes causes these systems to completely break down which is why she is here to help prevent that.

Episode Highlights:

• What token boards are
• Arguments of why not to use them & counterpoints
• Implementation tips

Resources Mentioned:

• Free token boards
• Behavior Contracts & Charts editable

Related Podcast Episodes:

•    Episode Number 6 with Lisa from Chalkboard Superhero
• Episode Number 19 with Abby The #1 Way to Prevent Problem Behavior

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