The goal of behavior management strategies is to help students learn to manage their own behavior. The following strategies are most effective when used in conjunction with evidence based instructional strategies. Prevention Strategies Here are some preventive measures that support students in demonstrating positive behavior. Nonverbal Supports: Together with the student, develop inconspicuous, nonverbal messages such as eye contact, hand gestures, or other signals that teach students to recognize the conditions that trigger specific behaviors. Once the