Autism

TARGET supports schools with research-based practices from referral to program implementation, emphasizing peer-reviewed strategies for better outcomes.

What is applied behavior analysis? Rob Pennington, Ph.D. BCBA briefly breaks ABA down.

How do we introduce ABA to administrators to impact all students? Pennington explains with a simple approach.

Compulsive behavior or rigidity can be disruptive in the classroom. How do you address these behaviors and introduce reinforcements to achieve a desired behavior?

Implementing a calm down or sensory area can be beneficial to students during the instructional day. Where do you begin? Pennington explains.

How detailed should your behavior intervention plans be? Should parents be involved in the process as well? Pennington explains.

Finding what works as reinforcers for students may involve a preference assessment. What is a preference assessment and how do you conduct one? Pennington explains.

Reinforcement of a behavior can lead to the desired behavior from a student. But how is it different from a bribe? Dr. Pennington explains.