On-demand CEUs for BCBAs adapted from presentations and workshops delivered at the Michigan Autism Conference
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Interactive Video
1 Total BCBA CEU
1 Supervision CEUWhat’s in a Name? Exploring What it Means to Supervise
Heather McGee, Jeana Koerber, & Sally Weigandt5.00 out of 5(8)With the release of the fifth-edition task list by the BACB, supervision has become a focal point for BCBAs. However, the meaning of “supervise” varies, prompting the question of its behavior-analytic interpretation. Leveraging over 40 years of research in Organizational Behavior Management (OBM), this presentation series from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference will guide supervisors in identifying performance issues’ root causes and crafting effective solutions for performance improvement.
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3.5 BCBA CEUs
Conceptualizing Sexuality Education for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Susan Wilczynski5.00 out of 5(7)This workshop from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference provides an overview of sexuality education tailored to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), covering topics such as biological aspects, sexual safety, orientation, and gender identity. It discusses curricula and resources for acquiring expertise in sexuality education.
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1 BCBA CEU
Training the Parent Trainer
Carl Sundberg4.67 out of 5(12)The transfer of ABA therapy methods to the home environment is crucial, as most clients spend the majority of their time there after therapy. Challenges include equipping parents with a behavioral repertoire and addressing barriers such as competing contingencies and lack of understanding or discomfort. This workshop from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference aims to provide tools for BCBA professionals to navigate these challenges and ensure successful parent training experiences.
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1 BCBA CEU
Functional Behavior Assessment in Public Schools
Christie Nutkins & Abbey Mix4.73 out of 5(11)This presentation from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference discusses unique considerations for conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) in school settings, highlighting potential barriers and components necessary for meaningful assessment. Examples are provided to illustrate how assessment results can be linked to appropriate school-based interventions, addressing the specific challenges encountered in this environment.
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Interactive Video
1.5 Total BCBA CEUs
1.5 Ethics CEUsEthics of Standardization of Practice
Matthew Brodhead4.30 out of 5(10)Standardizing decision-making in behavior analysis may streamline practitioner efforts and allocate resources for more complex tasks, but its impact on practitioner performance and client outcomes remains unclear. This presentation from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference outlines three recent studies on decision-making standardization, particularly focusing on visual analysis as a case study, while also addressing ethical concerns such as scope of competence and individualized treatment rights.
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Interactive Video
1 BCBA CEU
PBIS in the Classroom
Steve Goodman4.71 out of 5(7)Learn how to enhance and modify the supports for students with disabilities within the general education classroom setting within the Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) framework. This session from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference discusses intensifying supports and aligning with student need based on the student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
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Interactive Video
1.5 BCBA CEUs
Improving Conversational Skills of College Students with ASD
Amanda Karsten3.67 out of 5(3)Transitioning to college represents a significant milestone in young adulthood, with early adjustments impacting well-being during and beyond the college years. Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) face particular challenges due to social differences, potentially leading to academic struggles, peer conflicts, loneliness, and missed opportunities for future success. This presentation from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference discusses research findings and lessons from recent efforts to assess and address the social deficits of college students with ASD.
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Interactive Video
3.5 Total BCBA CEUs
3.5 Ethics CEUsEthics Potpourri: Philosophy, Research, Supervision, and Practice
Shawn Quigley4.00 out of 5(1)This workshop from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference explores various ethical philosophies guiding decision-making and strategies for teaching, maintaining, and supervising ethical behavior in organizations, including approaches like behavioral systems and systematic ethical training. Topics such as defining scope of competence, fostering interdisciplinary relationships, developing cultural awareness, and ethical considerations in both research and practice are discussed.
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1 BCBA CEU
Strategies for Promoting Complex Social Play in Children with Autism Using Photographic Activity Schedules
Thomas Higbee4.67 out of 5(3)This presentation from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference discusses effective strategies, including photographic activity schedules, social scripting, and script fading, for teaching young children with autism spectrum disorders to engage in both independent and social play. It covers how these methods have been developed and proven successful in fostering complex play interactions between children with autism and their typically developing peers, based on recent research findings.
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Interactive Video
1.5 BCBA CEUs
Integrating Technology into Practice: Why, What, Where, When, How
Janet Twyman4.80 out of 5(5)This presentation from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference emphasizes the importance of incorporating modern digital technologies, including apps and adaptive devices, to support individuals with autism in learning new skills and enhancing socialization and communication. It highlights how these technologies offer real-time feedback on learning progress and can be effectively utilized when educators apply behavioral principles in their selection and use.
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Interactive Video
1 BCBA CEU
Integrating the Topic of Sexuality for School-Aged Individuals with Autism
Chaturi Edrisinha4.86 out of 5(7)This presentation from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference tackles the challenges parents of children with Autism face in recognizing and supporting their children’s sexual development. It covers strategies for discussing body changes, determining the timing for “the talk,” and setting realistic expectations. Additionally, it offers guidance for supporting individuals across the autism spectrum with varying needs.
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Interactive Video
1 BCBA CEU
Implementing Video Modeling with Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Joshua Plavnick5.00 out of 5(3)This presentation from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference focuses on the use of video modeling as an instructional method for teaching individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), leveraging advancements in video technology. It covers the process of selecting behaviors for video modeling, efficiently creating videos, systematically presenting and fading these models, and analyzing outcomes to advance instruction or recognize when video modeling may not be suitable.
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Interactive Video
1 BCBA CEU
Promoting Successful Aging Through the Lifespan for Individuals with ASD and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Jonathan Baker5.00 out of 5(2)Gerontology research focuses on understanding how people can age successfully, maintaining a high quality of life despite challenges like career shifts and physical changes. There’s a growing emphasis on extending this research to aging adults with autism and developmental disabilities. This presentation from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference will explore current notions of successful aging, existing barriers, and potential areas for further research and intervention in this field.
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Interactive Video
1 BCBA CEU
Abuse and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Susan Wilczynski5.00 out of 5(1)Individuals with ASD face a higher risk of abuse compared to the general population, exacerbated by power differentials between them and their caregivers, and the limited resources available to address abuse. This presentation from the the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference tackles the challenges in assessing, preventing, and responding to abuse involving those with ASD, offering strategies for practitioners and parents to mitigate these risks.
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1 BCBA CEU
The Generalization of Mands
Caio Miguel3.00 out of 5(1)The mand relation, a foundational verbal operant driven by a motivating operation (MO), enables individuals to make requests, directly benefiting the speaker and fostering other behavioral developments, including the reduction of problem behavior. This presentation from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference explores how the mand’s occurrence, shaped by various discriminative stimuli (SDs), allows for its generalization across different MOs and SDs, and how the same MO can lead to new mand topographies.
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Interactive Video
1 BCBA CEU
Evaluating the Reliability and Sensitivity of the VB-MAPP as an Outcome Measure in Autism Research
Amin Lotfizadeh & Khrystle MontallanaThis study, presented at the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference, explored the inter-rater reliability of the VB-MAPP, a widely used assessment and curriculum guide in autism interventions, and tested its effectiveness as an outcome measure for low-intensity behavioral interventions. The findings show good reliability for milestones and moderate reliability for barriers, with some variability in individual domains. When compared to the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale, the VB-MAPP demonstrated a greater sensitivity to detecting gains from low-dosage interventions.
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1 BCBA CEU
Preparing and Supporting Individuals with Autism for Success in Higher Education
Dorothea Lerman4.00 out of 5(1)This presentation from the 2019 Michigan Autism Conference highlights the lack of preparation for college transitions among individuals with autism and underscores the role behavior analysts can play in facilitating successful post-secondary education experiences. It covers critical skills necessary for navigating college environments, including assessment and teaching methods, along with outcomes from research and practice in teaching social skills and providing support for college students with autism.