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Toward the Development of an Equity Focused Teacher-Student Interaction Tool
Nicole Hollins & Daphne Snyder
Students from diverse cultural backgrounds often face disproportionalities in public schools, potentially due to biased behaviors. It's crucial for school-based behavior analysts (SBBAs) to measure interactions objectively to offer precise… Show more (+) Students from diverse cultural backgrounds often face disproportionalities in public schools, potentially due to biased behaviors. It's crucial for school-based behavior analysts (SBBAs) to measure interactions objectively to offer precise feedback on teaching methods. The impacts of positive teacher-student interactions, a behavioral understanding of bias, and equity research in schools are examined. This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference highlights the necessity for an equity-focused data collection tool for SBBAs to better address these disparities. Show less (-)
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This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference delves into the multifaceted concept of "supervision" within the field of behavior analysis, examining its different interpretations in ABA professional certification/development and… Show more (+) This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference delves into the multifaceted concept of "supervision" within the field of behavior analysis, examining its different interpretations in ABA professional certification/development and Organizational Behavior Management (OBM) circles. It explores the various functions of supervision in human service settings and evaluates the role of OBM in each. Additionally, the talk addresses the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) necessary for performers in different supervision functions. Show less (-)
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This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference explores how educators, therapists, and behavior analysts can recognize, work with, and support equity and inclusion across diverse learners, considering their varied… Show more (+) This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference explores how educators, therapists, and behavior analysts can recognize, work with, and support equity and inclusion across diverse learners, considering their varied backgrounds and learning needs. The session reviews the current literature on culturally relevant service and offer evidence-based strategies, including explicit instruction, to foster equity, inclusion, and learning for diverse learners. Show less (-)
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Is It Training or Is It Feedback? Ensuring Proper Plan Implementation in 24-Hour Settings
Jeana Koerber
Training and feedback are crucial for the proper execution of treatments designed by BCBAs and carried out by technicians. This discussion from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference covers various feedback… Show more (+) Training and feedback are crucial for the proper execution of treatments designed by BCBAs and carried out by technicians. This discussion from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference covers various feedback strategies and methods to detect potential training deficiencies, aiming for consistent treatment implementation. It also considers the application of these practices in a 24-hour setting, highlighting the specific challenges and opportunities this context presents. Show less (-)
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Contracting: A Positive Way to Improve Family Dynamics and Learn New Skills
Jill Dardig & Bill Heward
Contingency contracting is a proven strategy for behavior change and skill acquisition, involving a specified task and a subsequent reward for successful completion. Research supports its effectiveness for children with… Show more (+) Contingency contracting is a proven strategy for behavior change and skill acquisition, involving a specified task and a subsequent reward for successful completion. Research supports its effectiveness for children with and without disabilities across various settings, including home, school, and community. This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference showcases how contracts can guide children in fulfilling household duties, learning new skills, preparing for school, and fostering friendships, illustrated through children’s stories and family examples. Show less (-)
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This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference highlights the challenges faced by BCBA practitioners when providing parent training as part of ABA services for individuals with autism. It addresses… Show more (+) This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference highlights the challenges faced by BCBA practitioners when providing parent training as part of ABA services for individuals with autism. It addresses issues such as implementing effective training methods and understanding parental barriers and resources, along with ethical dilemmas that may arise during therapy. Attendees will gain practical tools to navigate these challenges and ensure successful parent training experiences. Show less (-)
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The aim of supervising individuals accruing BCBA supervision hours is to provide experiential learning opportunities that foster skills essential for BCBA success. This talk from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference… Show more (+) The aim of supervising individuals accruing BCBA supervision hours is to provide experiential learning opportunities that foster skills essential for BCBA success. This talk from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference outlines the core objectives of supervision, offers specific activities targeting restricted and unrestricted supervision hours, and provides rubrics for evaluating supervisee performance. The described activities are adaptable to various settings and client populations within the scope of BCBA supervision. Show less (-)
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Navigating ethical issues is essential for ABA practitioners, involving a complex skill set. This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference reviews key components of this skill set, including utilizing… Show more (+) Navigating ethical issues is essential for ABA practitioners, involving a complex skill set. This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference reviews key components of this skill set, including utilizing core principles, ethical decision-making, and analyzing contextual variables. It also discusses the relevance of models from other disciplines, effective instructional methods, and generalization to real-world challenges. Show less (-)
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Sexuality is increasingly recognized as a clinical concern within behavior analysis, yet many professionals lack the necessary competencies to address it effectively. As discussions around sexuality, gender identity, and orientation… Show more (+) Sexuality is increasingly recognized as a clinical concern within behavior analysis, yet many professionals lack the necessary competencies to address it effectively. As discussions around sexuality, gender identity, and orientation become more normalized, there's an urgent need for behavior analysts to develop skills in this area to ensure the safety and well-being of their clients. This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference will address primary concerns and offer strategies to support client safety in this talk. Show less (-)
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Social skills are crucial for development, yet individuals, particularly those with ASD, show a wide range in mastery of these skills. Video-based group instruction (VGI) is an effective intervention that… Show more (+) Social skills are crucial for development, yet individuals, particularly those with ASD, show a wide range in mastery of these skills. Video-based group instruction (VGI) is an effective intervention that uses video modeling alongside practice and feedback opportunities to enhance social skills in adolescents with ASD. This presentation from the the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference will cover practical strategies and logistical considerations for implementing VGI to facilitate its use in group settings. Show less (-)
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Ethics in Functional Analysis: Expert and Novice use of the Functional Analysis Risk Assessment Decision Tool
Stephanie Peterson & Ali Schroeder
In this presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference, risks associated with conducting a functional analysis are discussed and a risk assessment tool developed to evaluate risk is reviewed, including… Show more (+) In this presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference, risks associated with conducting a functional analysis are discussed and a risk assessment tool developed to evaluate risk is reviewed, including our current research regarding this risk assessment tool. Other ethical considerations when conducting a functional analysis are also discussed.
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This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference addresses the challenges faced by students with autism and other disabilities in transitioning to postsecondary education, highlighting the importance of obtaining undergraduate… Show more (+) This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference addresses the challenges faced by students with autism and other disabilities in transitioning to postsecondary education, highlighting the importance of obtaining undergraduate degrees for higher earning potential. It discusses the increasing support programs offered by colleges and universities to help these students succeed, focusing on areas such as independent living, social skills, executive functioning, and academics. Additionally, it emphasizes the need for collaboration with families, community partners, and potential employers, and provides insights into current research conducted at the Autism Services Center at WMU.
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Habilitation, Dishabilitation, and Rehabilitation: A Revolutionary Approach to Disability
Hank Schlinger
This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference introduces the concepts of habilitation, dishabilitation, and rehabilitation, suggesting that many behaviors associated with disabilities stem from learning or lack thereof. It… Show more (+) This presentation from the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference introduces the concepts of habilitation, dishabilitation, and rehabilitation, suggesting that many behaviors associated with disabilities stem from learning or lack thereof. It challenges traditional views of disability as solely structural or genetic, proposing instead a focus on behavior probability. Selective examples from literature will illustrate how reinforcing able behaviors can not only change but also prevent behaviors traditionally viewed as inherent to disability, offering a revolutionary approach to disabilities. Show less (-)
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Learn about a study, presented at the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference, that demonstrated that a remote behavioral skills training (BST) program effectively taught practitioners to implement functional analyses (FA) with… Show more (+) Learn about a study, presented at the 2022 Michigan Autism Conference, that demonstrated that a remote behavioral skills training (BST) program effectively taught practitioners to implement functional analyses (FA) with high accuracy. Utilizing secure remote technology, the program improved service quality and could expand professional training in underserved areas. Most participants maintained mastery level performance, with a few requiring additional support. Show less (-)
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