How to Use Shaping Procedures in ABA
Shaping procedures in ABA are used to teach children new skills in small increments one step at a time. But what are the best ways to implement shaping and how can we use it to benefit our learners?
Beginner Learner & ABA Programs
A beginner learner is just beginning an ABA program.
How to Teach Joint Attention to Children with Autism
As ABA professionals, we should be teaching joint attention to children with autism. It encourages social engagement; a way for the child to bring others into his or her world. So how can we teach this important skill?
Independent Activity Schedule (IAS)
Life gets busy. No matter how much of a Type A personality I have, I cannot be everywhere all the time. With that being said,… Read More »Independent Activity Schedule (IAS)
Beginner Requesting
If I want something, I know how to gain access to it. If I am eating my beloved plate of pasta, I need to cover… Read More »Beginner Requesting
Teaching Receptive Labels
Your family is doing home renovations during a pandemic and you hear your partner calling out to you, “give me the Phillips head screwdriver.” Do… Read More »Teaching Receptive Labels
Echoic-to-Mand Transfer
Mom says “cookie,” toddler repeats “cookie!” When Grandpa signs “ball,” grandchild also uses sign language to sign “ball.” While enjoying a summer day at the… Read More »Echoic-to-Mand Transfer
Nonverbal Communication
What is nonverbal communication? In part, it is body language. Think about meeting someone for the first time, first impressions matter, which is why we… Read More »Nonverbal Communication
Following 1-Step Instructions
You love working on arts & crafts projects and are currently working on a card for the holidays, “Pass me the scissors!” you state… Read More »Following 1-Step Instructions
Expanding Language Skills – Part 2
In our last blog post, we discussed expanding language to 2-3 word phrases using verbs and attributes. In this post, we will discuss expanding language… Read More »Expanding Language Skills – Part 2
Expanding Language Skills – Part 1
When working with a student who is just acquiring language, we spend a lot of time teaching how to answer questions. “What does a dog… Read More »Expanding Language Skills – Part 1