Rebecca J Jackson #11
Strategy Matrix - EBD
Organizing Needs & Strategies for Intervention Purposes
Disability: Emotional Behavior Disability
Possibly / Common Strengths: Sensitive, self -aware and creative
Students with EBD Evidence-based Instructional or Behavioral Strategies
the student can learn to find school success
Academic
1. Learning difficulties a) Sticky Notes for Reading helps overcome lack of organization and
(academically performing directing readers attention
below grade level) b) Constant time delay- effective for teaching math facts, increases self-
confidence as students are given the answers in the beginning.
2.An inability to build or a) Check in / check out - provides students with increased positive adult
maintain satisfactory interaction, specific and timely feedback on behavior
interpersonal relationships b) Drama to teach and learn helps develop cooperation skills, supports self-
with peers and teachers esteem, develop empathy and new perspectives
Social / School (Skills)
1 Immaturity (inappropriate a) Positive self-talk directly address students attributions for success by
address the challenge to see what can be done rather than helplessness.
crying, temper tantrums, poor
b) Behavior Specific Praise statements - establishes a supportive and positive
coping skills)
classroom environment, increases on-task behavior and positive social
behaviors while reducing problem behavior.
2.Hyperactivity (short a) Choice boards- the power of choice reinforces positive behaviors and give
a sense of ownership to students with EDB.
attention span, impulsiveness)
b) Computer assisted instruction -creates a motivation for some students with
EBD allowing them to stay focused and thrive
Behavior / Organization
1Withdrawal (not interacting a) Check in/ Check out provides students with increased positive adult
interaction, specific and timely feedback on behavior
socially with others, excessive
b) The good behavior game -helps student feel as part of a team, helps reduce
fear or anxiety
disruptive behaviors.
2Aggression or self-injurious a) Behavior contract- motivate students to be responsible for their daily
behaviors by tangibly rewarding success.
behavior (acting out, fighting)
b) Self-Monitoring works directly with behavior contract to empower
student to monitor their own progress. Gives sense of control.