In today's episode of Operant Innovations, host Maddie Duke, MS, BCBA, welcomes sex education expert Landa Fox, BCBA, CSHE, to discuss how behavior analysts can get started in the field of sex education. Landa shares her specialized knowledge by answering frequently asked questions about sex education. Whether you're a behavior analyst curious about expanding your scope or a professional looking to better serve clients with developmental disabilities, this conversation offers valuable insights on navigating this important but often overlooked domain of human development. 

Resources:
https://teachingsexualhealth.ca/
https://siecus.org/

In today's episode of Operant Innovations, host Maddie Duke, MS, BCBA, sits down with Shane Spiker, PhD, BCBA-D, to tackle the often-overlooked topic of comprehensive sex education. Shane cuts through common misconceptions, addresses the unique challenges educators and parents face, and provides evidence-based strategies for teaching sex ed in a way that's both informative and accessible. Whether you're a behavior analyst, educator, or parent, this conversation offers valuable insights into creating safe, effective learning opportunities around sexual health and development. Join us for this important discussion that bridges behavioral science with essential life skills education.

National sex ed standards: https://siecus.org/resource/national-sex-ed-standards-second-edition/ 

National Down Syndrome Society ad: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4glDF8Jsdx/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link 

Sex and Sexuality Across the Lifespan book: https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/edit/10.4324/9780203863008-13/sex-sexuality-across-lifespan-amanda-donovan 

AASECT: https://www.aasect.org/ 

School of Sexuality: https://www.instagram.com/school_of_sexuality/?hl=en 

Organization for Autism Research: https://researchautism.org/ 

PLSSE assessment: https://sexeducationcollaborative.org/resources/plsse 

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Shane: [email protected]

In this illuminating episode, we welcome Amy Gravino, an autism advocate and sexuality consultant who shares her lived experience as an autistic woman navigating sexuality and relationships. Amy offers candid insights into the gaps in sex education for autistic individuals and challenges practitioners to rethink their approaches to this essential topic.

Throughout our conversation, Amy shares powerful personal stories that highlight both challenges and triumphs in her journey. She offers valuable perspectives on how neurotypical practitioners, educators, and supporters can better understand and respond to the needs of autistic individuals regarding sexuality and relationships. Our discussion emphasizes the importance of listening to autistic voices and creating supportive environments where authentic conversations about sexuality can take place.

Whether you're a behavior analyst, educator, healthcare provider, or caregiver, this episode provides valuable perspectives to enhance your practice and better support autistic individuals in developing healthy relationships and sexual well-being. Join us for this honest, respectful, and eye-opening discussion that centers autistic voices in conversations about autism and sexuality. 

New Episode of Operant Innovations!

Join Maddie Duke, MS, BCBA, as she sits down with Dr. Peter Gerhardt, EdD, and Dr. Jess Cauchi, PhD, BCBA-D, CPBA-AP, R.B.A. (Ont) for an essential discussion on meaningful sex education.

This episode explores why sex education is critical for the clients we serve, how behavior analysts can navigate discomfort around the topic, and key steps in building an effective curriculum. Our experts provide valuable insights and practical strategies to make sex education informative, empowering, and accessible.

Tune in now for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation. 

In this episode of Operant Innovations, Maddie Duke, MS, BCBA, dives into a fascinating conversation with Dr. Julie Smith and Dr. Lori Ludwig, authors of Vital Behavior Blueprint. Discover the secrets to identifying vital behaviors, avoiding the pitfalls of micromanagement, and building better habits with the three foundational pillars. Whether you're a behavior analyst, leader, or curious learner, this episode offers actionable insights to drive meaningful change. Tune in for these tips and much more!

Buy the book and access the supplemental tools here: https://www.vitalbehaviorblueprint.com/ 

In today’s podcast episode, Maddie Duke, MS, BCBA, speaks with Dr. Terry McSween, PhD, about his book The New Values-Based Safety. Listeners will learn about the essential components of behavior-based safety, how to transition from clinical work to behavior-based safety work, how to collaborate in a behavior-based safety process, and the future of behavior-based safety.

Purchase The New Values Based Safety: https://abatechnologies.com/the-new-values-based-safety 

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Terry: [email protected] 

In today’s episode of Operant Innovations, Maddie Duke, MS, BCBA, talks with Dr. Matthew Brodhead, PhD, BCBA-D, about scope of competence as it relates to supervision. Listeners will learn about supervisory scope of competence, how scope of competence changes when talking about supervisees vs. clients, and how to expand your scope of competence.

Purchase The Dynamic Supervisor: An 8 Hour Immersion in Contemporary Standards and Skills: dynamicsupervisor.com 

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Maddie Duke: [email protected]

Matthew Brodhead: [email protected] 

Supervising Queer Students with Dr. Mychal Machado: https://abatechnologies.com/operant-innovations-podcast/2024-06-20/supervising-queer-students-with-dr-mychal-machado 

In today’s episode of Operant Innovations, Maddie Duke chats with Dr. Breanne Hartley, Ph.D, BCBA-D, about what to do when everything needs your attention. Between supervision and client needs, behavior analysts have quite a bit of balancing priorities that they need to do. Listen to learn tips on how to manage your time and make sure everyone’s needs are met!

Purchase The Dynamic Supervisor: An 8 Hour Immersion in Contemporary Standards and Skills: dynamicsupervisor.com 

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Maddie Duke: [email protected]

Breanne Hartley: [email protected]

On today’s podcast, Maddie Duke chats with Adam Geltz, senior animal trainer at Natural Encounters. Listen to learn about animal behavior training, choice and assent, and much more! 

Check out Natural Encounters! https://naturalencounters.com/ 

Top 10 Behaviors of an Expert Animal Trainer https://naturalencounters.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Top-10-Behaviors-of-an-Expert-Animal-Trainer.pdf 

Top 10 Behaviors of Expert Human Mentors: https://naturalencounters.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/The-Top-10-Behaviors-of-Expert-Human-Mentors.pdf 

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Today’s podcast features a conversation between Maddie Duke and Dr. Andressa Sleiman, Ph.D., BCBA-D. Dr. Sleiman shares tips and insights on what to do when supervisees aren’t doing what they need to be doing. Listeners will learn how to identify the reason behind supervisee behavior, as well as function-based tips and tricks for changing this behavior. 

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The Dynamic Supervisor: An 8-Hour Immersion in Contemporary Standards and Skills will be available soon! dynamicsupervisor.com 

Check out the Performance Diagnostic Checklist: https://abatechnologies.com/resources/free/free-performance-diagnostic-checklist-download