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  Case: The case of the eating paper
In Mrs. Heneley's class, she has a young boy who likes to eat his paper instead of write down whatever is on the board. What are some ways we can keep the student working and focused instead of eating his papers?
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
I would use an alternate surface for writing, such as a dry erase board or a laminated paper, and include the use of real paper gradually. I would offer an award, such as a snack of incentive, whenever the paper is returned to me intact.
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I like how you implemented gradually bringing the paper back. The student will eventually have to use paper again, and I think it is a good idea to reward the student when they use paper appropriately.
Rated On: February 17, 2015 12:48 pm
Rated By: ysaWab
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original No
Comments: Was already stated and I am not sure that the student would not eat the laminated paper. I do however, like the reward system, but I would only use it for a short time after the student starts using paper.
Rated On: February 22, 2015 11:37 pm
Rated By: Luvyba
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is a great short-term idea for the student.
Rated On: February 23, 2015 8:33 pm
Rated By: anuhag
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: The use of a reward system when paper is returned fully intact is a great idea and I love the use of laminated paper instead of an ipad or tablet which may cause jealousy from other students.
Rated On: February 27, 2015 7:08 pm
Rated By: eWeHaz
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Great idea! Changing the writing surface
Rated On: February 28, 2015 9:44 pm
Rated By: JugaVu
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I like the laminate paper idea!
Rated On: July 6, 2015 12:43 am
Rated By: WuXySy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Great suggestion! I think these would be the most successful.
Rated On: February 24, 2017 3:58 am
Rated By: RehaGa