Which approach was used to pair the camper with a peer to model positive behavior?

Which approach was used to pair the camper with a peer to model positive behavior?

• A. Pairing the camper with another student who shares interests and is socially adept.
• B. Pairing the camper with someone who reinforces negative behavior.
• C. Removing the camper from group activities.
• D. Isolating the camper with quiet tasks.

Answer: (A)

Pairing with a peer who shares interests and is socially adept provides a positive social model that the camper can observe and imitate in real interaction. When the peer demonstrates prosocial behaviors—like taking turns, using polite language, following group rules, and calmly handling frustration—the camper has a realistic, relatable example to emulate. Shared interests help build rapport and engagement, making observations and practice more natural and motivating. This setup creates meaningful opportunities for modeling, guided practice, and reinforcement in authentic social contexts, which is more effective for teaching and maintaining positive behavior than isolated or negative modeling. Considering the other options, pairing with someone who reinforces negative behavior would send the opposite signal, encouraging the camper to imitate undesirable actions. Removing the camper from group activities eliminates chances to observe and practice social skills in real settings. Isolating the camper with quiet tasks also reduces opportunities for social learning and practicing interactions with peers.

Pairing with a peer who shares interests and is socially adept provides a positive social model that the camper can observe and imitate in real interaction. When the peer demonstrates prosocial behaviors—like taking turns, using polite language, following group rules, and calmly handling frustration—the camper has a realistic, relatable example to emulate. Shared interests help build rapport and engagement, making observations and practice more natural and motivating. This setup creates meaningful opportunities for modeling, guided practice, and reinforcement in authentic social contexts, which is more effective for teaching and maintaining positive behavior than isolated or negative modeling.

Considering the other options, pairing with someone who reinforces negative behavior would send the opposite signal, encouraging the camper to imitate undesirable actions. Removing the camper from group activities eliminates chances to observe and practice social skills in real settings. Isolating the camper with quiet tasks also reduces opportunities for social learning and practicing interactions with peers.