Time-Out

Name SPED 843  Dr. Aronin  Spring 2011

Time-Out

__Description of Intervention Method __ media type="youtube" key="aZbta2BMFVQ?rel=0" height="390" width="480"

__Types of Students Who Benefit from the Method__  Timeouts are more effective with younger students than with adolescents. [|Source]

__Qualifications for Using the Method__  Individuals using Time-Outs should understand basic guidelines for using time-out effectively. [|Using Time-Outs Effectively]

__Costs of Using the Method__ There are generally no costs associated with using Time-Outs

__Potential Risks with Using the Method__  There is a potential risk that Time-Out may be used as a punishment or too often. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">[|Source]

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">__Benefits of Using the Method__ <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;"> Time-Outs provide an opportunity for the student to calm down.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">__Settings for Method Use__ <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;"> Timeouts can be used in most classrooms. Often times, a separate area needs to be available.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">__Field’s Attitude Towards the Method__ <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Time-out is a widely used behavioral management method.