Applied Behavior Analysis in the Classroom

1. What is Applied Behavior Analysis?

1.1. Autism Speaks website with detailed explanation of ABA therapy.

1.2. focuses on specific behaviors, such as social skills, communication, and academic skills in addition to adaptive learning skills, such as fine motor dexterity, hygiene, grooming, domestic capabilities, punctuality, and job competence

1.3. https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.tcase.org/resource/resmgr/Interactive16/Interactive16_Handouts/Notebook_Handouts/ABA.pdf

2. Why Should This Be Used In Special Education?

2.1. This type of education is very beneficial for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. When implemented in their academic, home, and social routines their skills and behaviors show significant results.

3. How Can ABA be Implimented in the Classroom?

3.1. Many different techniques and practices used in ABA therapy. (ex. Discrete Trial)

3.2. Videos for ABA training attached.