A positive behavior strategy that worked for me:

I was given a remedial class. Students were unmotivated and felt discouraged because of how they were treated in previous classes. They hardly completed assignments or participated in class. After careful observation and record keeping, I took note of their likes. I came up with a reward system for the entire class body using a chart. If the entire class completes all given assignments in and out of class, points would be given at the end of the day. Others included: class participation, good behavior, observing rules and group work. At the end of two weeks if they accumulated their quota of points they would be rewarded – movie day, fun & games on the playing field, Art & Craft day, class party etc.

This worked really well. Productivity and progress was seen at the end of the first term. It is really important when we get to know our students and then be able to use that knowledge to our advantage.