Misfit Minute #7: Pre-Correcting Behavior—3 Easy Steps to Prevent Common Chaos

The Misfit Behaviorists - Practical Strategies for Special Education and ABA Professionals

In this short and practical episode, we explore the power of pre-correcting behavior—a quick strategy to set students up for success before a problem even starts. You’ll learn how to spot patterns, cue expectations in the moment, and reinforce positive behavior with intention.
💡 Key Takeaways
🔍 Know the behavior patterns—when and where issues usually occur
🗣️ Use quick verbal cues right before problem moments
🎯 Reinforce success immediately with specific praise and rewards
📋 Pre-correction is easier than correction—set students up to shine
🎒 Keep visual cues on a lanyard or clipboard for fast, effective reminders
📚 Resources & Visuals
🎨 Lanyard Pre-Correction Visuals (rhyme + statement versions in color/B&W)
🖍️ Student Coloring Pages for Each Routine (included in the visuals)
📏 Line-Up Behavior Chant Visual – “1, 2, eyes on you…”
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