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Autism, Behavior, Instruction, Significant Cognitive Disabilities

Reinforcement

Reinforcement is an evidence-based practice designed to increase behaviors. Implementing this practice reinforces the connection between the desired behavior and the reward, increasing the likelihood of future successes.

Autism, Behavior, Instruction, Significant Cognitive Disabilities

Verbal Redirection

Verbal redirection is a technique to guide students back to the task at hand when they become distracted or off task.

Autism, Behavior, Instruction, Significant Cognitive Disabilities

Self-Management

Self-management skills empower students to monitor their progress and make meaningful improvements in their work.

Autism, Behavior, Instruction, Significant Cognitive Disabilities

Labeling

Learning labeling helps students express wants and needs effectively and builds fluency when communicating with a communication device.

Autism, Behavior, Instruction, Significant Cognitive Disabilities

Request Using Device

In this video, we see a student use his communication device to request his chosen reinforcer once he has completed a task.

Autism, Behavior, Instruction, Significant Cognitive Disabilities

Prompting

Prompting is an evidence-based practice designed to direct a student’s attention. Using the least restrictive prompt possible allows for quick fading.

Autism, Behavior, Instruction, Significant Cognitive Disabilities

Reinforcement Using Token System

For longer activities, earned tokens can provide a tangible representation of completing smaller components within the task. The tokens are often traded for a larger reinforcer at the completion of the task.