- Episode 287: Modeling Calm for De-Escalation with Kathryn Karpinski, BCBA
In this episode, BCBA Kathryn Karpinski breaks down a strategy for effective de-escalation. Modeling calm models the desired behavior, gently redirects unsafe behaviors, and gives the child self-regulating tools. Kathryn offers this as an alternative to planned ignoring which can lead to often dangerous extinction bursts.
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In this episode, learn how you can use ABA principals to teach essential school learning behavior within the inclusion setting. Lori Fry joins the podcast to share her experiences teaching behaviors such as independently starting work, attending, asking for help, and modifying one’s work to help students be successful in a range of settings. Lori is a school based BCBA with 34 years of experience in the field. She shares how important increasing these skills are to improve cooperation and learning.
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In this episode learn how to simplify and streamline your data collection process using Google Sheets. Caitlin Beltran joins the podcast to give an overview of why digital data collection is helpful, how to get started with this setup, and tips for staff training and organization. Caitlin is a BCBA and former special education teacher. She currently works as a district behavior specialist.
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In this episode learn how to effectively use group contingencies for all grade levels! Katlyn Linsley is a school-based BCBA and former special education teacher. Katlyn breaks down what group contingencies are and how they can increase positive behaviors. She goes through several examples of the implementation of this strategy and ways to make it more effective.
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Teacher created books are an easy way to ensure all team members are presenting information the same way and can support skill practice at home for families who may not be familiar with instructional standards. Special education administrator and BCBA, Emily Muise, breaks down how to setup instructional books and the range of benefits this tool can provide.
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https://www.specialedsafari.com/
https://www.instagram.com/spedsafari_tpt/
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Predictable chart writing involves creating a chart with a repetitive language structure that gradually changes over time. The predictability helps students anticipate and participate in the writing process. In this episode, Heather Cacioppo breaks down this process. She shares a range of accommodations and accessibility options for implementing this framework with any type of learner.
Heather is a former special education teacher and special education administrator. She is the founder of Full Sped Ahead.
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https://www.fullspedahead.com/
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In this episode, Jennifer Hofferber breaks down how to create a personalized expectation list for paraprofessionals. This strategy is crucial for maintaining structure and efficiency in a special education setting, where adaptability and clear communication are paramount. Jennifer walks us through exactly how to create and utilize this list as a successful component to a staff training program
Jennifer is an award-winning special education teacher and instructional coach. More from Jennifer:
https://www.spedprepacademy.com/
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In this episode, special educator, Jenny Walmsley, explores the topic of using Positive Affirmations. One minute of positive affirmations per day can result in significant improvement of inner behaviors like thoughts and feelings. Jenny shares the research behind this strategy as well as the practical application of this precision teaching procedure. It has been shown to improve relationships, self-confidence, and decrease aggressive and depressive thoughts.
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Braving BSEL: https://www.bravingbsel.com/
Happi Classroom Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happiclass/id1702401656
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Special Education Teacher, Dawn Ellis, shares 5 tips for effectively training your team. Dawn breaks down some common challenges for successful collaboration and gives an overview of how to overcome these obstacles.
5 Steps:
1. Clarify roles and expectations.
2. Establish open communication.
3. Provide relevant training.
4. Collaborate on IEP implementation.
5. Monitor and adjust strategies.
More from Dawn:
Cultivating Exceptional Minds: https://www.cultivatingexceptionalminds.com/
Be the Exception Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/be-the-exception/id1487751135
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In this episode, Abby Moehringer shares one of the most important steps to do after a behavior happens. Abby is a special education teacher and BCBA. She breaks down the essential step of repairing after a behavior happens. Abby discusses why this step is important, when repair should happen, and the actionable steps to take when initiating how to repair.
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Mrs Moes Modifications: https://mrsmoesmodifications.com/
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In this episode, Jana Sarno breaks down the art and science of a behavior consultation. Jana points to the evidence-based framework needed for consultation and training but also highlights the importance of “soft skills” needed for this process to be successful. Jana explains essential strategies such as reflective listening to truly improve the consultative relationship. These strategies could be used in a variety of team roles!
References:
Mann et al., The Need for Greater Training in Consultation for Behavior Analysts (2023)
More from Jana:
http://www.aim-autisminmotion.com/
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The new course the Practical Behavior Approach is officially open for enrollment. This course is designed for general ed teachers, special ed teachers, clinicians, paraprofessionals, and parents supporting children with challenging behaviors. This course will prepare you to prevent, respond, and build. The strategies are rooted in the science of Applied Behavior Analysis and a trauma-informed approach. Enrollment is only open until April 30.
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Resilience is the ability to bounce back after stress, failure, hardship, or adversity. Resilience is closely related to emotional regulation and problem solving. In this episode, learn why resilience is an essential life skill and some practical ways to build resilience throughout the day in both home and school settings.
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Emotional Regulation is the ability to cope with the range of emotions. In this episode, I break down what emotional regulation is and why it’s important. Then we review what two major things can hinder the development of emotional regulation. Emotional Regulation skill building can be broken into 3 areas: pre-regulation, naming/validating emotions, and coping strategies.
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In this episode, Dr. Joe Lockavitch breaks down why reading comprehension is important and how we can reach out to more struggling readers. Dr. Joe is a former classroom teacher, school psychologist, university professor, special education director, applied reading researcher, and is the author and developer of The Failure Free.
Reading Program. Dr. Joe shares some of the key strategies to use when approaching reading instruction and how many current programs miss the mark.
https://failurefreereadingonline.com/
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When a child is in crisis mode, they are not ready to learn. In a meltdown situation, our goal as the adult is to keep the child safe and reflect on how to prevent this in the future. In this episode, we explore what to do in an episode of explosive behavior. We go through the 6 steps of de-escalation on how to safely move the child through the episode. Our role is maintaining safety and providing support without damaging rapport.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyS1E272 - 12m - Apr 1, 2024 - Episode 271: 10 Proactive Strategies for Decreasing Problem Behavior
Decreasing negative behavior actually happens away from the negative behavior. That means we have the most success in long-term behavior reduction by preventing problem behaviors before they start. It may sound easier said than done but there are some essential strategies that you can add to your classroom, home, or clinical practice to readily avoid situations that trigger problem behaviors while building missing skills. This episode is a great overview of essential strategies.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyS1E271 - 22m - Mar 25, 2024 - Episode 270: Implementing Practical Functional Assessment and Skills Based Treatment at a District Wide Level
Practical Functional Assessment and Skills Based Treatment were designed by Dr. Greg Hanley as an effective and ethical alternative to reducing extreme problem behaviors. In this episode, three school administrators share their experiences implementing PFA and SBT on a district wide level.
Lisa Xagas, the Assistant Superintendent for Student Services for Naperville CUSD 203, shares her experience learning about PFA/SBT and how their district approached a broader implementation of these procedures. Student Services Coordinators, Courtney Peters, BCBA and Megan Palombella, BCBA, go in-depth into how their district overcame challenges with this process, how they received staff buy-in, and what some of their success look like.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyS1E270 - 45m - Mar 18, 2024 - Episode 269: Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions with Dr. Jamie Hughes-Lika, BCBA-D
In this episode, we review Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBIs) and how they can be used in both a clinical or classroom setting. Dr.Jamie Hughes-Lika shares her expertise on this topic. She defines what NDBIs are, how they are different than traditional ABA, and how child-led teaching works.
Dr. Hughes-Lika is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at the doctoral level (BCBA-D), a licensed behavior analyst (LBA) in the states of Nevada and Iowa, an International Behavior Analyst (IBA), and an Early Start Denver Model certified therapist. Currently, she serves as the founder of SAGE Learning Systems, crafting specialized online courses, resources, and a NDBI professional development membership to empower professionals in making meaningful impacts in the lives of autistic children.
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NDBI Essentials Professional Development Membership
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyS1E269 - 39m - Mar 11, 2024 - Episode 268: Improving Staff Training on Behavior Plans with Amanda Borosh, BCBA
Having your team on the same page is essential for the successful implementation of behavior plans. In this episode, Amanda Borosh, BCBA, breaks down why staff training is important and how to overcome some of the challenges. Amanda shares actionable strategies for getting team buy-in and improving follow-through.
Amanda is a licensed special education teacher, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and PhD candidate in Special Education at Purdue University. Amanda’s research uses principles of implementation science and organizational behavior management to identify and address systems-wide facilitators and barriers to the implementation of evidence-based behavioral practices in public schools.
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