As much as the Type A perfectionist in me dislikes making errors, they are a natural part of life and an essential part of learning. While very cautiously trying to learn a new language, I have been making all types of errors. The part of this scary new learning project that has made it more Read more about Error Correction Procedure and Transfer Trial[…]
I am the type of person who likes to be prepared. In the pre-Covid era, when I went somewhere new, I liked to do my research: I checked out the website, looked at venue photos, found videos of the place, looked it up on maps and scrolled through street view. I found it calming to Read more about How to Use Video Modeling to Teach Social Skills[…]
When I want something, I have a whole dictionary of words to rely on to get my needs met. I can use verbs and nouns, as well as core and fringe words. Instead of just asking for “more”, I can ask for “more cheese” on my pasta, or “more mozzarella” (or parmesan). I like my Read more about Intermediate Requesting[…]
It has been a while since I was a child, and making friends is no doubt more challenging now that it has ever been. Add on top of that a diagnosis, or a different way of socializing, and making friends can become even more challenging. This can be a terrifying realization for many families, as Read more about Plan a Play Date[…]
My goal during the pandemic was to stay in shape. Quite quickly that idea went out the window when my usual supports and routines were dramatically disrupted. Then I decided I would build in a new routine, at the same level of expectation and intensity as pre-covid. I failed. What I was failing to do Read more about Shaping Behavior Using ABA[…]
I am guilty. I love Pinterest. I can easily spend hours at a time scrolling through so many pins, from home renos to education, or literature and film fanfics, and of course my favourite *organization*. I am one of those people who can sit down for 5 minutes to take a break and look at Read more about ABA Binder & ABA Programs[…]
With our blog posts being behavior analytic in content and scope, it only made sense to put together an ABA glossary of terms we have used. With a great line up of content coming out in 2021, we will be sure to add to the glossary so all the terms and definitions are ready at Read more about ABA Glossary[…]
Do you remember having to go into the office during pre-covid times, with that one annoying co-worker who would just not stop complaining? What about thinking even further back to when you were in school and had a classmate shouting obscenities and getting sent to the office? Don’t forget about the kid at the grocery Read more about Functions of Behaviour[…]
Have you ever crushed it at your job, earned that promotion, and then were suddenly left with the feeling that you don’t know what you are doing?! Being in your previous job was comfortable, you had been doing it for years, knew the expectations, and could do what was asked of you without difficulty. Now Read more about School Readiness[…]
Teaching via Telehealth Learning has evolved over the years, and the way we teach must adapt. When the idea of online learning was first imagined, it seemed like a far off and futuristic goal. In 2020, it is a reality. Although virtual learning has been around for a while, the covid-19 pandemic hurled a bunch Read more about Telehealth Tips[…]