Cynthia is an elementary classroom teacher who often yells and humiliates her students when they misbehave. A fellow teacher suggests that she use praise, approval, and rewards to change the students' behaviors. According to research, what would you tell Cynthia?
A) Her yelling and humiliation strategies will eventually work if she is consistent and intensifies this approach.
B) Using physical punishment to correct her students' misbehaviors would be the most effective method for her to use.
C) The use of praise, approval, and reward are largely ineffective in controlling students' misbehaviors.
D) The minimum punishment for misbehavior is the most effective.

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Research in educational psychology suggests that the use of minimum punishment alongside positive reinforcement strategies (like praise, approval, and rewards) is more effective in managing and changing students' behaviors than severe punishments or negative behaviors from the teacher. This approach helps in creating a positive learning environment and encourages desirable behaviors through positive reinforcement rather than fear or humiliation.

Cynthia Is an Elementary Classroom Teacher Who Often Yells and Humiliates