Online Class: Applied Behavior Analysis Strategies for Teachers

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Course Description
Foundations of Behavioral Management
In an era where individualized approaches to education and care have taken the forefront, understanding the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities is paramount. Whether you are a parent, teacher, or paraprofessional, your role is crucial in navigating the complexities of behavior management for these unique individuals. With the growing number of people diagnosed with disabilities--estimated at over 1 billion worldwide according to the World Health Organization--it's clear that a comprehensive understanding of behavior management is not just beneficial, but essential.
Introducing our meticulously crafted course that bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering a blend of foundational concepts and hands-on applications. Dive deep into the science of behavior management, a realm that extends beyond mere definitions and delves into the intricacies of real-world settings.
Course Overview:
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Introduction: Set the stage for your learning journey, understanding the significance and the broad landscape of behavioral management in the context of disabilities.
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Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA): Dive deep into ABA, an evidence-based approach used extensively in managing behaviors. Understand its efficacy through contemporary research and real-world examples, like how ABA techniques are used to improve social skills in children with autism.
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Behavioral Assessment: Grasp the importance of evaluating behavior. This module explores tools like Functional Behavior Assessments and their role in devising effective intervention strategies.
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How to do Research: Equip yourself with skills to critically evaluate and conduct research. Learn the nuances of formulating hypotheses, selecting participants, and ethical considerations in behavioral research.
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Measurement Procedures: Delve into the various techniques and tools used to quantify behavior. For instance, explore how time sampling can be used to capture the frequency of a specific behavior in classroom settings.
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Introduction to Increase and Decrease Strategies of ABA: Learn the art of modifying behavior through reinforcements and consequences. A practical exploration, such as how positive reinforcement can increase classroom participation, will enhance understanding.
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Self Management and Regulation of Behavior: Discover how individuals can be trained to recognize and regulate their own behaviors. Understand the role of self-monitoring tools and how they aid in improving focus and reducing impulsivity.
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Introduction to Design: Understand the intricacies of designing interventions tailored to individual needs. Explore case studies that highlight the importance of customized strategies.
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Presentation of the Data: Data drives decisions. Master the techniques of collating, analyzing, and presenting data in a way that it informs and influences educational strategies.
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The Final Project: Consolidate your learnings by undertaking a project. Whether it's a case study analysis or a mini-research project, this will be an opportunity to apply all that you've learned.
Why Choose This Course?
Today, the global emphasis on inclusivity in educational and societal settings underscores the importance of understanding and managing behaviors of individuals with disabilities. As per the National Center for Education Statistics, approximately 14% of all public school students received special education services in the recent years. Therefore, the demand for professionals well-versed in behavioral approaches is continually rising.
This course is not merely an academic endeavor--it's a mission. A mission to create a world where individuals with disabilities receive the understanding, support, and opportunities they deserve. By enrolling, you're not just enhancing your professional or personal skills, you're becoming an advocate for change.
Join us in this transformative journey, where every lesson is a step towards creating more inclusive and understanding environments for individuals with disabilities.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1. Behavior Management 101
Parents, teachers, and paraprofessionals learn behavior management rooted in applied behavior analysis, geared towards competent teaching and curriculum design. Fundamental vocabulary and methodologies help craft educational outcomes benefiting both students and society, utilizing real-world applications.Lesson 2. Behavior in Context: From Pavlov to Skinner
Key foundational figures like Pavlov and Skinner laid the groundwork for modern behavior analysis by exploring stimuli-response relationships and operant conditioning. The integration of social learning theory highlights the dynamic interplay between individual behaviors and environmental factors.Lesson 3. Behavior Focused Evaluation
Screening processes in behavioral assessment utilize diverse tools like sociometric techniques and psychometric measures to tailor intervention strategies for individuals. This comprehensive approach aids in identifying children at risk, guiding precise interventions and evaluating their effectiveness.Lesson 4. Mastering the Art of Experimental Analysis: A Comprehensive Guide for Educators
Experimental analysis in education focuses on modifying behavior by selecting and clearly defining dependent variables while identifying appropriate interventions for desired changes. Gathering basic info on subjects and consistently applying metrics help streamline data interpretation and research validation.Lesson 5. The Science of Measuring Human Behavior
This lesson emphasizes the crucial role of direct behavioral observation and measurement in applied behavior analysis, providing effective methods for documentation and analysis. It details steps for accurately measuring behaviors, using techniques like frequency, duration, latency, interval recording, and more, supported by relevant examples and recording materials.Lesson 6. Mastering Behavior: An Exploration of ABA Reinforcement Techniques
Differential reinforcement involves encouraging specific behaviors by providing reinforcement while withholding it from undesirable actions. This strategy effectively teaches appropriate behavior patterns, such as using words over tantrums, by reinforcing the desired behaviors and ignoring the inappropriate ones.Lesson 7. Mastering Self-Management: A Guide to Behavioral Regulation
Problem-solving and anger control training equip students with strategies to tackle interpersonal issues and manage emotions, using structured approaches like problem definition, solution generation, and the Z.I.P.P.E.R. technique. These methods foster emotional regulation and cognitive-behavioral coping skills, thus enhancing decision-making abilities and reducing aggressive responses.Lesson 8. Ethical Considerations in Reversal Design: Balancing Control and Care
Alternating treatments design quickly evaluates the efficacy of two or more interventions without withdrawing treatments, which can avoid ethical issues and problems with irreversibility. However, it may face complications due to treatment interference, and is best for distinct interventions rather than those requiring long-term consistency.Lesson 9. Visualizing Behavioral Data: A Study in Graphs
In applied behavior analysis, data is graphically displayed to maintain uninterrupted engagement with behavior flux, fostering immediate and judicious modifications to experimental conditions. Line graphs, prominently used, depict behavioral dimension changes juxtaposed with time, granting a granular view of behavior modulation.
Learning Outcomes
- Define and explain key terminology and principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA) in educational settings.
- Demonstrate data collection procedures and techniques for behavior management in classroom environments.
- Define and describe the role of continuous measurement in determining the effectiveness of ABA interventions for behavior change.
- Identify and compare historical foundations and key figures in the development of behavior analysis, including their contributions to modern practices.
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct a functional behavioral assessment by correctly identifying antecedents, behaviors, and consequences in case studies.
- Identify the components of a formal behavioral assessment, including screening and intervention evaluation, with 90% accuracy using observational scenarios.
- Define and operationalize the dependent variable with 90% accuracy by providing objective, observable, and measurable descriptions.
- Identify and implement an independent variable, achieving a minimum of 80% improvement in target behavior once intervention commences.
- Demonstrate the ability to select an appropriate data collection method for a specific target behavior and justify the choice.
- Define the steps required to accurately measure and document a target behavior using various data collection methods.
- Demonstrate understanding of unconditioned and conditioned reinforcers by categorizing examples of stimuli into these categories.
- Identify and differentiate between positive and negative reinforcement, explaining how each type influences behavior increase.
- Define self-management and describe its benefits in promoting student independence and motivation.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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