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Choice board.

Visual choice board to promote self-determination. Based on Shogren et al. (2004).

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Evidence: a review of small studies found that offering choice-making opportunities often reduces challenging behaviour (Shogren et al., 2004). Choice promotes autonomy, a core principle of self-determination theory (Deci & Ryan, 2000).

Shogren, K.A., Faggella-Luby, M.N., Bae, S.J. & Wehmeyer, M.L. (2004). The effect of choice-making as an intervention for problem behavior. J. of Positive Behavior Interventions, 6(4). · Deci, E.L. & Ryan, R.M. (2000). The ‘what’ and ‘why’ of goal pursuits. Psychological Inquiry, 11(4). · ARASAAC (CC BY-NC-SA).

Level of evidence: B (partial support). Basis: Offering choice-making opportunities: review of single-case studies (Shogren et al., 2004). Limits: Small studies, mostly with intellectual and developmental disability. Motivation benefits are not measured.

This tool is for guidance and educational purposes. It does not replace assessment by a qualified professional.

Pictograms: Sergio Palao. Source: ARASAAC (arasaac.org). Licence: CC BY-NC-SA. Owner: Government of Aragon. · inklui.com

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