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Using Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports to Help Children with Autism be Successful in the Gen-Ed Setting
Steve Goodman
PBIS is an evidence-based approach focused on identifying, teaching, reinforcing, and correcting behavior expectations. It escalates support intensity based on the severity of problem behaviors, integrating functional assessment, behavior support… Show more (+) PBIS is an evidence-based approach focused on identifying, teaching, reinforcing, and correcting behavior expectations. It escalates support intensity based on the severity of problem behaviors, integrating functional assessment, behavior support plans, skill development, environmental adjustments, and more. This presentation from the 2015 Michigan Autism Conference outlines PBIS principles and demonstrates its application to enhance success for students with autism. Show less (-)
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Problem solving involves manipulating stimuli to find solutions, often through internal strategies like self-questioning and visualizing. Analyzing problem solving is challenging as it often happens covertly. Limited research exists on… Show more (+) Problem solving involves manipulating stimuli to find solutions, often through internal strategies like self-questioning and visualizing. Analyzing problem solving is challenging as it often happens covertly. Limited research exists on teaching problem-solving strategies to individuals with disabilities, but potential benefits for children with autism include reduced rote responding and increased generalization. This presentation from the 2018 Michigan Autism Conference discusses conceptual analysis, previous research, and recent work on teaching problem solving to aid memory recall. Show less (-)
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Feedback is widely used to enhance performance, but its definition lacks clarity in the literature, leading to misconceptions such as immediate feedback being more effective than delayed feedback and feedback… Show more (+) Feedback is widely used to enhance performance, but its definition lacks clarity in the literature, leading to misconceptions such as immediate feedback being more effective than delayed feedback and feedback being a consequence of behavior. This presentation from the 2021 Michigan Autism Conference aims to address these misconceptions by discussing feedback's function as an antecedent to behavior and proposing a clearer definition in line with applied behavior analysis principles.
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What’s in a Name? Exploring What it Means to Supervise
Heather McGee, Jeana Koerber, & Sally Weigandt
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… Show more (+) 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. Show less (-)
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Selecting, Confirming, and Maintaining an Alternative Method of Speaking for Non-Verbal Children and Adults
Patrick McGreevy
Many non-verbal children grow into adults without an effective alternative communication method, despite some being taught to use picture exchanges, voice-output electronic devices, or sign language. Often, these alternative methods… Show more (+) Many non-verbal children grow into adults without an effective alternative communication method, despite some being taught to use picture exchanges, voice-output electronic devices, or sign language. Often, these alternative methods are abandoned for more portable and equipment-free methods like informal gestures. This presentation from the 2016 Michigan Autism Conference presenter discusses procedures for selecting and testing the effectiveness of alternative communication methods. Show less (-)
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This presentation from the 2016 Michigan Autism Conference outlines evidence-based strategies aimed at enhancing happiness for adults with autism who are on the severe end of the spectrum, focusing on… Show more (+) This presentation from the 2016 Michigan Autism Conference outlines evidence-based strategies aimed at enhancing happiness for adults with autism who are on the severe end of the spectrum, focusing on improving their quality of life. It covers methods to identify and measure happiness and unhappiness indicators, strategies to increase happiness through daily routines, and the importance of building good relationships, altering negative situations, and embedding individual preferences. Show less (-)
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Establishing Consumer Protections for Research in Human Service Agencies
Linda A. LeBlanc, Melissa R. Nosik, & Anna Petursdottir
Read the following article and pass a 7-question quiz on it:
LeBlanc, L. A., Nosik, M. R., & Petursdottir, A. (2018). Establishing consumer protections for research in human service agencies. Behavior… Show more (+) Read the following article and pass a 7-question quiz on it:
LeBlanc, L. A., Nosik, M. R., & Petursdottir, A. (2018). Establishing consumer protections for research in human service agencies. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 11, 445-455. Show less (-)
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Training the Parent Trainer
Carl Sundberg
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… Show more (+) 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. Show less (-)
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Incorporating Social Peers into ABA Instruction to Teach Social Skills
Kate LaLonde & Kenzie Gatewood
This presentation from the 2017 Michigan Autism Conference focuses on using ABA therapy in inclusive preschool settings to help young children with autism develop friendships and social skills by interacting… Show more (+) This presentation from the 2017 Michigan Autism Conference focuses on using ABA therapy in inclusive preschool settings to help young children with autism develop friendships and social skills by interacting with neurotypical children. It details strategies for language and social skills training, facilitating interactions between children with and without autism, and integrating children with autism into typical preschool routines. These approaches aim to create therapeutic environments that resemble real-life settings for applying social skills. Show less (-)
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Addressing Pseudoscientific Practices in Applied Behavior Analysis
Angela Capuano & Kim Killu
This presentation from the 2021 Michigan Autism Conference focuses on the prevalence of pseudoscientific practices in developmental disabilities and emphasizes behavior analysts' ethical responsibilities in addressing them. It introduces a… Show more (+) This presentation from the 2021 Michigan Autism Conference focuses on the prevalence of pseudoscientific practices in developmental disabilities and emphasizes behavior analysts' ethical responsibilities in addressing them. It introduces a model to guide behavior analysts in handling situations where clients request pseudoscientific practices and provides resources for ethical guidance and evidence-based practices. Show less (-)
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Functional Behavior Assessment in Public Schools
Christie Nutkins & Abbey Mix
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… Show more (+) 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. Show less (-)
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What Students and Educators Can Teach Us About Functional Behavior Assessment and Intervention in the Classroom
Jennifer Austin
This presentation from the 2016 Michigan Autism Conference emphasizes the significance of using FBAs in schools to guide treatment plans, highlighting both ethical and empirical justifications. It acknowledges challenges faced… Show more (+) This presentation from the 2016 Michigan Autism Conference emphasizes the significance of using FBAs in schools to guide treatment plans, highlighting both ethical and empirical justifications. It acknowledges challenges faced by behavior analysts and teachers in conducting FBAs and implementing interventions due to various practical issues. Dr. Austin proposes focusing on teacher and student behaviors to identify more effective, efficient, and acceptable strategies. Show less (-)
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This presentation from the 2018 Michigan Autism Conference emphasizes the importance of focusing on language and social skills in interventions for children with autism, highlighting the common issue of inappropriate… Show more (+) This presentation from the 2018 Michigan Autism Conference emphasizes the importance of focusing on language and social skills in interventions for children with autism, highlighting the common issue of inappropriate curriculums due to inadequate assessments. It introduces the Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP) as an effective tool for assessing these skills, based on B.F. Skinner's analysis of verbal behavior and developmental milestones. Show less (-)
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Treating Food Selectivity as Resistance to Change
Kathryn M. Peterson & Cathleen C. Piazza
In this study, presented at the 2021 Michigan Autism Conference, a matching-law-based intervention was employed to address change-resistant feeding behavior in seven young children with autism. Participants were offered a… Show more (+) In this study, presented at the 2021 Michigan Autism Conference, a matching-law-based intervention was employed to address change-resistant feeding behavior in seven young children with autism. Participants were offered a choice between their preferred food and an alternative during free- and asymmetrical-choice conditions. Alternative-food consumption increased for participants through various strategies. Results demonstrate the effectiveness of teaching children to consume alternative foods even when their preferred options are available. Show less (-)
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Toward an Understanding of Assent with Individuals with Communication Disabilities
Cody Morris & Jessica Detrick
This presentation from the 2021 Michigan Autism Conference addresses the crucial aspect of seeking and obtaining assent from individuals with autism and developmental disabilities who face significant communication challenges. It… Show more (+) This presentation from the 2021 Michigan Autism Conference addresses the crucial aspect of seeking and obtaining assent from individuals with autism and developmental disabilities who face significant communication challenges. It emphasizes the importance of assent in both behavior analytic practice and research, and the limitations of traditional spoken and written methods for those with limited communication abilities. It proposes practical strategies for obtaining assent, introducing alternative methods suitable for clients who cannot express their assent through conventional means. Show less (-)
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This research, presented at the 2017 Michigan Autism Conference, focuses on understanding the developmental trajectory of preschool children with autism as they transition into adolescence and adulthood. The study aims… Show more (+) This research, presented at the 2017 Michigan Autism Conference, focuses on understanding the developmental trajectory of preschool children with autism as they transition into adolescence and adulthood. The study aims to identify predictors of outcomes such as adaptive skills, quality of life, and mental health, shifting from a focus on negative outcomes to coping strategies for individuals and families. Early findings are based on interviews and assessments conducted up to age 26, Show less (-)
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Ethics of Standardization of Practice
Matthew Brodhead
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… Show more (+) 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. Show less (-)
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This discussion from the 2020 Michigan Autism Conference underscores the challenges faced in the field of autism treatment, where effective methods are often overshadowed by ineffective and unethical practices. Parents… Show more (+) This discussion from the 2020 Michigan Autism Conference underscores the challenges faced in the field of autism treatment, where effective methods are often overshadowed by ineffective and unethical practices. Parents and caregivers, seeking the best for individuals with autism, may be misled by professionals who promote their treatments without delivering genuine positive outcomes. While all treatments claim effectiveness, it's crucial to discern between hype and evidence-based strategies that truly improve the quality of life for individuals with autism. Show less (-)
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PBIS in the Classroom
Steve Goodman
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… Show more (+) 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). Show less (-)
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The Training Curriculum for Supervisors of ABA Technicians in Autism Programs offers evidence-based methods for supervising staff providing ABA services for individuals with autism, drawing from decades of research and… Show more (+) The Training Curriculum for Supervisors of ABA Technicians in Autism Programs offers evidence-based methods for supervising staff providing ABA services for individuals with autism, drawing from decades of research and practical experience. Aligned with the BACB task list, it fulfills the required eight hours of supervision training and emphasizes performance and competency-based learning. Relevant across diverse settings, the curriculum ensures supervisors meet criteria for effective supervision in center-based programs, homes, schools, and clinics. Presented at the 2021 Michigan Autism Conference. Show less (-)
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