I am currently at a non-public school where the program is largely based on applied behavior analysis. Most students require replacement of problem behaviors using Behavior Intervention Plans. Functional Analysis Assessments are conducted on an ongoing basis in order to meet the changing needs of each individual. Applied Behavior Analysis involves implementing the scope and sequence of a BIP.
Altering the antecedents to the problem behavior and managing the consequences for problem behaviors are a systematic and effective way to implement a plan. Teachers must be skilled in teaching desirable behaviors such as a) waiting for a preferred activity, b)transitioning away from a preferred activity and c) session skills during instruction. They must also have a plan for consequence management for the problem behavior and for the adaptive/alternative behaviors. It is important to fade antecedent management strategies.
"Data collection" are the key words highlighted in a great big neon sign! I have found that teaching guided by daily measures (data collection) is an effective way to create student IEP goals and objectives, conduct Functional Analysis Assessments and create individualized BIPs.
Tuesday, May 1, 2007
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