ABSTRACT
This chapter explores relevant techniques that field instructors can utilize to mitigate and manage behavior in any Experiential Education setting. The techniques discussed in this chapter often focus on students who need behavioral intervention, but the readers should remember that the techniques are relevant for dealing with any student and can often be used in preventative ways. The idea for strengths-based practice is simple: focus on strengths and success and downplay failures and faults (Clark, 1998). Natural and logical consequences are two very effective teaching and behavioral modification techniques. Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a technique to be utilized by a facilitator, instructor, or any person who has the right rapport built with a student so that they can begin to talk about a change in behavioural patterns. Behavioral contracts are a great way to define clear expectations and help a student work towards more pro-social behaviors.
