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This episode of The Behavioral View delves into the nuances of conducting effective assessments using ABLLS and AFLS, emphasizing the importance of a collaborative approach with parents and educators. It also previews upcoming enhancements in CR assessments that aim to facilitate more personalized and efficient educational planning. To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review.   Show Notes References and Resources:  Partington, J. W., & Mueller, M. M. (2012). The Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills-Revised (ABLLS-R). Partington, J. W. (2010). The Assessment of Functional Living Skills (AFLS). CentralReach Institute. (2024). "The Behavioral View" podcast series. Trzeciak, S., & Mazzarelli, A. (2019). Compassionomics: The Revolutionary Scientific Evidence That Caring Makes a Difference. Waldinger, R., & Schulz, M. S. (2020). The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness. CR Assessments

In the Season 4 Premiere of "The Behavioral View" the panel explores the integration of artificial intelligence in behavior analysis, discussing its potential to reduce administrative burdens, improve clinical decision-making, and its ethical implications. David Stevens, an AI expert, joins the conversation, offering insights into the future of AI in the field and its alignment with behavior analytic principles.  To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review.   Show Notes References and Resources:  CentralReach Scientific Advisory Board DARE institute  

This episode delves into the principles of human dignity and their relevance to social justice within the field of behavior analysis. Featuring insights from Nasiah Cirincione-Ulezi, Ph.D., BCBA-D, the discussion highlights the ethical considerations and responsibilities of behavior analysts in addressing racial injustice and equity. The episode emphasizes the necessity of ethical communication and conflict resolution strategies, aligning with the BACB’s code of ethics.  To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review.   Show Notes References and Resources:  Hicks, D. (2011). Dignity: The Essential Role It Plays in Resolving Conflict. Yale University Press.  Rosenberg, M. B. (2015). Nonviolent communication: A language of life (3rd edition). PuddleDancer Press.   

This episode, titled "The Behavioral View: Building Capacity and Effective Supervision in Behavior Analysis," explores the critical areas of capacity building, effective supervision, and workforce retention strategies in behavior analysis. Featuring experienced professionals in the field, the event provides insightful discussions, personal stories, and practical strategies focusing on empathetic supervision and innovative training techniques, such as role-playing, for behavior analysts.  To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review.   Show Notes References: Razza, N. J., & Tomasulo, D. (2005). Healing Trauma: The Power of Group Treatment for People With Intellectual Disabilities. American Psychological Association.  Resources: CentralReach website and software tools  BST (Behavior Science Technology) software and its applications  University of Memphis (Mentioned in relation to graduate programs)  Mississippi Behavior Services (Disclosed affiliation of Deterrence Allen)  Dr. Zahra Hajiaghamohseni, Ph.D., BCBAin relation to coaching and professional development: http://www.abxsolutions.org/Consultants.html 

In this episode of The Behavioral View, Dr. Lori Ochoa joins us to talk about the application of ACT principles to our daily lives. Whether integrating it into work with children and families or guiding our personal experience of the environment, the session offers a refreshing perspective on personal and professional growth. The content takes a deeper dive into the concepts of acceptance and self-as-context, shedding light on the transformative potential of ACT in behavior training.    To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review.   Show Notes References: Partington, J. W. (2006). Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills-Revised (ABLLS-R). Behavior Analysts Inc. Partington, J. W., & Mueller, M. M. (2012). Assessment of Functional Living Skills (AFLS). Behavior Analysts Inc. Hayes, S.C. (2004). Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life: The New Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. New Harbinger Publications. Resources: ACT Bootcamp CR Assessments Website

Dr. Kerri Milyko, Dr. Tim Fuller, Kristin Smith, BCBA and Alison Walker, BCBA join Shannon and Nissa to talk about their development of the CR Elements parent training curriculum. The group describes the values that drove their work and how it can be used to meet the needs of parents and BCBAs who want to make meaningful change in the lives of families. They also provide suggestions for incorporating curriculum into a larger, systematic approach to parent training that emphasizes it as an important component of the overall service plan.   To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review.   Show Notes * coming soon

Join us for this episode focused on selecting developmentally appropriate, socially meaningful goals. We discuss the importance of understanding the skill repertoires that serve as pre-requisites for other meaningful outcomes, with emphasis on building toward safety and independence in adolescence and adulthood. The panel takes on a discussion of assent, compassionate care, and trauma inasmuch as how these issues are dividing the field and what we can do to move forward. To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review Show Notes    Good Learner Repertoires Facebook Group  What You Need To Know About Motivation And Teaching Games: An In-Depth Analysis Teaching Good Learner Repertoires Teaching Advanced Learner Repertoires Whole Child Consulting   

In this episode of "The Behavioral View," the panel engages in a discussion on creating equitable learning environments with special guest Robin Williams, founder and lead consultant of Simplify Behavior. Williams emphasizes the transformative potential of integrating behavior analysis, trauma-informed care, and diversity and inclusion practices within educational settings. The conversation centers around mindset shifts, behavior change, and the challenges posed by fixed beliefs. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, the panel highlights the significance of ongoing connections, mentorship, and collaboration in advancing the field and promoting positive outcomes.   To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review   Show Notes  https://www.simplifybehavior.com/  

Dr. Camille Kolu is passionate about preventing harm through behavior analysis and listening to the stories folks share about their experience. As a behavioral scientist in Colorado, Kolu owns Cusp Emergence, a private practice joining families, universities, hospitals, schools, and agencies of all kinds to engineer behavioral cusps for individuals, their loved ones, or their communities. Through Cusp Emergence University she provides continuing education enabling behavioral providers, teachers, and therapists of all kinds to level up their practices in taking trauma into account in measurable, informative, and compassionate ways. Kolu trained at University of North Texas and Rutgers University examining autism, contextual conditioning, and their neurobiology, and has published her work in peer reviewed journals. She is the author of the SAFE-T Model, which urges behavior analysts toward providing better supervision and support, assessment of risks, and analysis of historical functions of behavior, when trauma has played a role in someone’s life. To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review   Show Notes  References and Resources Cusp Emergence uses a compassionate constructional approach to facilitate new behaviors, repertoires, and interaction patterns. We collaborate with clients to engineer changes and challenges that improve the behavioral wellness of individuals, families, teams and organizations, and communities. https://cuspemergence.com/ Cusp Emergence University https://cuspemergence.com/cusp-emergence-university/  

Dr. Kent Johnson and Andrew Kieta, M.A. of Morningside Academy join the panel to talk about the intersection of applied behavior analysis, educational psychology, and academic instruction. Discussion centers around training of behavior analysts to specialize in academic instruction, the role of technology in education, and broader dissemination of their model. To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review Show Notes  References and Resources   Morningside Academy   https://morningsideacademy.org/    

In this episode, the hosts and Dr. Rajaraman engage in a conversation about trauma-informed care and the application of behavior analysis. They emphasize the importance of considering individuals' potential traumatic experiences and question the ethical implications of contributing to additional trauma in the name of interventions. The hosts advocate for a kinder and gentler approach, highlight the negative health outcomes associated with multiple traumatic experiences, and challenge narrow definitions of trauma. They emphasize the significance of social validity, the lived experiences of individuals, and the need to prioritize well-being and autonomy in interventions. Overall, they stress the importance of listening to and believing individuals when they communicate their traumas and adapting interventions accordingly. To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review Show Notes  References and Resources Burke Harris, N. (2018). The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Adversity. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.    Gover, H.C, Hanley, G.P., Ruppel, K.W., Landa, R.K. & Marcus, J. (2023) Prioritizing choice and assent in the assessment and treatment of food selectivity. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 69:1, 53-65, DOI: 10.1080/20473869.2022.2123196    Rajaraman, A., Austin, J. L., Gover, H. C., Cammilleri, A. P., Donnelly, D. R., & Hanley, G. P. (2022). Toward trauma-informed applications of behavior analysis. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 55(1), 40-61. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.881    Rajaraman, A., Hanley, G. P., Gover, H. C., Staubitz, J. L., Staubitz, J. E., Simcoe, K. M., & Metras, R. (2021). Minimizing escalation by treating dangerous problem behavior within an enhanced choice model. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 15(2), 219-242. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-020-00548-2    Staubitz, J. L., Staubitz, J. E., Pollack, M. S., Haws, R. A., & Hopton, M. (2022). Effects of an enhanced choice model of skill-based treatment for students with emotional/behavioral disorders. Journal of applied behavior analysis, 55(4), 1306–1341. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.952   

In this episode, Maraca Learning's Robbie El Fattal and Nicole McMillan join the panel to talk about quality services and organizational culture. In this wide-ranging discussion, the group connects the dots between creating and maintaining an organizational culture that enables the creation of happy staff and satisfied customers. To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review Show Notes  References and Resources Callahan, J. L. (2012). Seven characteristics of ethical leadership. Journal of Leadership, Accountability and Ethics, 9(2), 12-19.    Cameron, K. (2016). Radical candor: Be a kick-ass boss without losing your humanity. St. Martin's Press.    Cameron, K., & Quinn, R. (2006). Diagnosing and changing organizational culture: Based on the competing values framework. John Wiley & Sons.    Climb Program. (n.d.). Maraca. Retrieved April 14, 2023, from https://www.maraca.com/climb/    El Fattal, R. (2022, January 20). Finding your organization's North Star: Integrating rhythms of compassionate collaboration [Blog post]. Maraca Learning. https://www.maracalearning.com/post/finding-your-organization-s-north-star-integrating-rhythms-of-compassionate-collaboration    Foxx, R. M. (1993). The behavior artist: A new look at behavior modification. New York: Irvington Publishers.    Novak, D. C., & Dixon, K. S. (2011). The Jefferson Scale of Empathy: A preliminary psychometric analysis and group comparisons in Korean physicians. Medical Teacher, 33(8), e417-e421.    Paul, A. M. (2021). The extended mind: The power of thinking outside the brain. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.    Silbaugh, B. C., Conners, J., & Paul, E. A. (2022). Using a behavioral skills training package to teach self-advocacy skills to adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 15(1), 7-15. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-021-00650-7