Autism

Transition is a life-long process, beginning long before and after kids leave school. Featuring Erik Carter, Ph.D.

Remember that "Behavior Change" really starts with ourselves. But, sometimes, YOU will respond inappropriately to "bad" behavior. That's okay. Sasha Long, BCBA, M.A. tells us why you should take your inappropriate responses as learning opportunities.

Don't force a reluctant student to "join the rest" if he is more comfortable watching the group and following along, especially if he can show that he is learnign the content.

Phong successfully learns the link between pointing at an object and signifying choice.

Marissa learns that pointing means making a choice.

Teachers work to problem solve a student's behavior during snack time by making changes to his visual choice board.

Marissa talks about collecting data using information from the student's entire educational team.

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