Behavior modification system

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2007-03-27

2007-03-27

Fernstrom, Kurt (Department: 3712)

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Psychology

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ABSTRACT:
A tool for and a method of communication that teaches children how to ask a person a question when the person is busy. Children learn to use any one of three tools that enable them to silently communicate a question without interrupting the person. The tools consist of a specialized sheet of paper, a plush toy sculpted into the shape of a question mark, and a dry eraser board. By handing one of the three objects to the person that is busy, the child is saying, without uttering a single word, “I have a question. I know you are busy right now. My question is really important. As soon as you are through doing what you are doing, I need to talk to you.” The person being questioned knows there is a question to answer as soon as he/she is able to do so. The child knows that the question has been acknowledged, a waiting period is involved, and that an answer will be forthcoming.

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