By Audra Jensen, Caitlin Beltran, Sami Brown
Are you a teacher looking for support with students with diverse needs or behavior management in the classroom? Tune into The Misfit Behaviorists podcast, hosted by Caitlin Beltran, Audra Jensen, a
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In this episode, Audra and Sami delve into the essentials of collecting ABC data as part of the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) process. They discuss the significance of understanding antecedents, behaviors, and consequences in identifying patterns that lead to effective behavior interventions.
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🎙 In this special episode, Audra interviews her daughter about growing up with an autistic brother. From navigating childhood to building a unique bond, they dive deep into the joys, challenges, and how autism shaped their family dynamics. Honest, funny, and heartfelt, this episode offers a sibling’s candid (very!) perspective on life with an autistic brother.
Key Points:
🏡 Early Realizations: What it was like to grow up with an autistic sibling from an early age.
💡 Shifting Attention: Navigating the feelings of being the younger sibling when much attention was focused on her brother.
🎮 Finding Connection: How video games and other activities helped build their sibling bond.
🤝 The Emotional Impact: Reflections on how she coped with the challenges and changes in their relationship.
🧠 Growing Together: How the sibling relationship evolved into adulthood and how it shaped their family.
❤️ Advice for Other Siblings: Patience, kindness, and the hope that relationships can change over time.
📣 Words for Parents: Insights into what helped and what parents can do to support siblings of autistic children.
Tune in for an episode full of raw, real sibling experiences, and see how the lessons learned in childhood continue to impact their family today. 🌟
💥Helpful Resources:
My Student - Learn about YOUR students' families! 📝 – Grab your free set of forms to help gain some valuable info from the home front. You might learn something new!
Daily Reports 🗂️ – Or check out these home communication sheets to keep those lines of communication open!
Last week's episode was on Conducting Direction Observations. Go catch it now!
Next week will be Gathering A-B-C and Initial Data. Keep your eye out!
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In this episode of Misfit Behaviorists, we dive deep into the art of conducting thorough and effective Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) observations. 🎯 Learn why it’s crucial to look beyond the student on your radar and understand the behavior of the entire classroom. We'll share tips on how to blend in like a wallflower 🌸 and gather unbiased, comprehensive data across various settings and times.
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Tune in to get insights on how to conduct meaningful observations that lead to more accurate behavior plans! 🎧
Last week's episode was on Conducting Initial Interviews. Go catch it now!
Next week will be Gathering A-B-C and Initial Data. Keep your eye out!
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In this episode of the Misfit Behaviorists podcast, Audra and Sami dive into the second step of the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) process—conducting initial interviews. They discuss how to approach interviews with parents, teachers, and even the student, while maintaining a neutral, empathetic, and objective stance. By focusing on building trust, gathering comprehensive insights, and respecting confidentiality, this episode provides valuable tips for BCBAs looking to gather meaningful information and set the stage for effective behavior plans.
Key Points:
- Approaching interviews with empathy and neutrality, without undermining past communications.
- Importance of sitting “on the parent’s side of the table” to build trust.
- Tips for involving students in the process and teaching self-advocacy.
- Navigating sensitive information shared by parents and deciding what to document.
- Gathering insights from multiple sources (parents, teachers, students) to see the full picture.
- Reviewing past files, medical history, and academic records to contextualize behavior.
- Importance of remaining nonjudgmental, flexible, and objective throughout the process.
- The significance of respecting confidentiality and adhering to ethical guidelines.
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Tune in next week as Audra and Sami explore the next step in the FBA process: Conducting Direct Observations!
Or go back to last week where they talked about the Referral Process.
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In this episode of the Misfit Behaviorist podcast, join hosts Audra Jensen and Sami Brown as they kick off a new mini-series focused on the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) process. Audra and Sami delve into the importance of having a structured referral process, how it helps teachers, and why clear communication with parents is crucial. Discover practical advice and real-life examples on identifying when a behavior truly needs intervention and how teachers can effectively use a referral form to address challenging behaviors. This episode is packed with insights for educators and behavior analysts looking to improve their approach to managing student behavior. Don't miss out!
Key Points:
- Introduction to the FBA mini-series with Audra Jensen and new co-host Sami Brown
- Importance of the referral process in behavior support
- How to determine if a behavior is disruptive or unsafe
- Tips for teachers to identify and document challenging behaviors
- Collaboration with parents and involving them from the beginning
- Real-life stories and experiences from Audra and Sami’s work in schools
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Next week: Conducting Initial Interviews
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In this episode, we shed some light on what elements are crucial to develop a positive working relationships with RBTs and ABA paraprofessionals. Learn some tips and tricks to use with scheduling and communication to help keep your supervision meetings running smoothly! 🎉
FREEBIE this week: Check out the FB Group for pre-made printable supervision logs and session notes to use with your RBTs! 🙌🏼
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In this episode, we highlight why knowing the function of behavior is crucial for effective management:
Key Takeaway: Identify the underlying function of a behavior to address it effectively and improve future interactions. Stay tuned for strategies in our upcoming course!
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In this episode, we are chatting about ways to build relationships with students as a public school-based BCBA. 🙌🏼 This can be tricky, given that oftentimes we are getting called in to help with students who are engaging in very challenging behaviors.
Learn tips and tricks to build POSITIVE relationships with these learners so that we can connect with them on a human level and figure out strategies that help them succeed! 🎉
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Unlock the power of daily communication! 🗝️ This episode dives into the essential link between special education teachers and families, exploring how open communication boosts student progress and builds a united team.
✅ We cover traditional and digital tools:
* Daily/weekly logs📝
* Take-home folders📂
* Email📧
* School communication apps📱
* Online platforms💻
Discover best practices for meaningful, two-way dialogue that respects privacy and celebrates every student's success!
Don't miss our tips on avoiding communication pitfalls and fostering strong partnerships with families! And grab the Daily Reports freebie in the Facebook group!
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Today we’re focusing on the Independent Activity Schedule and what a crucial element these are for any autism or ABA classroom!
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