Why Independent Activity Schedules are Useful
Independent activity schedules, often referred to as IAS, are common in many ABA programs and classrooms. Today we will address why independent activity schedules are useful.
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Episode 067: How To Use ABA in Classrooms
It can be difficult to incorporate ABA principles in a classroom setting, and here, we provide tips on how to do so. ABA offers plenty of helpful solutions for those kids who might not fit into the standard boxes. We cover how to use visuals and reinforcement, how to tackle sensory issues, and the importance of incorporating socialization into the curriculum.
ABA in the Classroom
Back to school is even more daunting for students and teachers with additional COVID-19 anxieties on top of the regular start of school jitters we… Read More »ABA in the Classroom
How to Use ABA to Manage Challenging Behaviour in the Classroom
Looking back on my years as a teacher, I can now say that ABA was the missing piece in my classroom (see: 5 ABA Principles… Read More »How to Use ABA to Manage Challenging Behaviour in the Classroom
Teaching School-Readiness Skills
We know that an ABA program has been successful when we put ourselves out of a job. As difficult as it is to say good-bye… Read More »Teaching School-Readiness Skills
The Shadow’s Role in the Classroom
What is a teacher to do when she is given a student that is difficult to manage or has learning challenges? It seems like the… Read More »The Shadow’s Role in the Classroom
6 Skills a Child Needs to Be Ready to Learn in a Group
Parents often hesitate to remove their child from preschool or daycare in order for the child to receive 1:1 ABA. Understandably, parents want their children… Read More »6 Skills a Child Needs to Be Ready to Learn in a Group
Prepare Your Child or Student with ASD for School
The beginning of a new school year can be an exciting time. For others, it evokes more fear and worry than glee. For our children… Read More »Prepare Your Child or Student with ASD for School
Classroom Reinforcement Systems That Work
Too often, my sons come home complaining that they lost their recess time because classmates were behaving badly. This is one of my pet peeves… Read More »Classroom Reinforcement Systems That Work
5 ABA Principles I Wish I Knew When I Was a Teacher
When I was a classroom teacher, I didn’t always have the tools or knowledge to effectively deal with learning or behavioural challenges. It was frustrating!… Read More »5 ABA Principles I Wish I Knew When I Was a Teacher