1. Demonstrate to the student the full process of going to the trash can, carrying it to the receptacle (dumpster or large outside trash can), emptying the can, and returning it to the original location.
2. Modify Step 1 by physically assisting the student through the final step of returning the can to its original location.
3. Continue Step 2, adding the step of having the student carry the can to the proper receptacle and empty it.
4. Continue Step 3, adding all remaining steps needed to completely perform the task.
5. Continue Step 4, reducing all physical guidance until only step-by-step verbal guidance is needed.
6. Reduce all verbal prompting to "(Name), please empty the trash." Continue until the objective is met.