A Tier 1 Intervention for Student Work Refusal Using Choice Boards

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Struggling with student work refusal in grades 5–8? This Tier 1 behavior intervention uses assignment choice boards to support task initiation, reduce avoidance, and promote autonomy. Students select from multiple assignment formats aligned to the same learning objective, helping them engage through personal strengths and preferences.


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Keely Keller is the Director of Professional Programs for Teaching Channel in Eagan, Minnesota. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Special Education from St. Cloud State University, a Master’s of Arts in Education from Hamline University, and additional Director of Special Education and Principal Licensures from the University of Minnesota. Before joining Teaching Channel, Keely served students with special needs as a teacher and Special Education Coordinator in a suburban Minnesota school district. Keely has years of experience working with new teachers.

Fun Fact: Keely loves to go camping in her travel trailer with family and friends.

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