Applied Behavior Analysis Education Info

Applied Behavior Analysis Education Info – The Autism Exchange

Introduction

Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) is a one-on-one behavioral modification teaching method which incorporates teaching the child how to imitate in order to learn language and behave appropriately by using a reward system. Hopefully, the child will generalize their language skills and what they have been taught into their daily living. This methodology was first introduced to children with autism in the 1960s and 1970s by Ivar Lovaas, PhD. Although it was an innovative method of teaching compared to the earlier treatments for autism, it still carried over many negative overtones. By the early 1990s, Catherine Maurice wrote the book “Let me Hear Your Voice”. In her book, she described the amazing recovery of her daughter and progress of her son, both with autism, by using a new version of ABA that was having more positive outcomes. Brigitte Taylor, PhD, the therapist for these two children, subsequently started the Alpine School in New Jersey in the mid-1990s. Since then, there have been many versions of ABA such as Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Errorless Learning (EL), and the Direct Teaching Method (DTM). Many schools incorporate ABA into their classroom teaching. Many private schools are strictly ABA focused and many parents hire a trained ABA specialist to oversee their home programs.

Related Sites

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD)
Description: The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is one of the world's largest organizations using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in the treatment of autism spectrum disorder.

Applied Behavioral Strategies
Description: This website will provide you with what ABA is and the basics of the ABA method.

Books

Behaviorspeak: A Glossary of Terms in Applied Behavior Analysis (Volume 1)
Description: This book serves as a supplementary aid to both teachers and parents. Behaviorspeak defines the most popular vocabulary used in Applied Behavior Analysis, eliminating the chance of errors caused by misunderstanding.

Activity Schedules for Children with Autism: Teaching Independent Behavior (Topics in Autism) 2nd (second) Revised Edition
Description: The main focus of this book is teaching a child with autism how to follow a schedule. Additionally, parents as well as teachers can teach a child when an activity is finished, how to choose a reward, and how to increase socialization.

Tools

ABA Consultants and Service Providers
Description: Lists individuals and organizations that provide individualized behavioral intervention program design, service provider and parent training, and general behavioral consulting services. Also lists providers of related services such as playgroups and social skills training.

HelpingToGrow.com
Description: Many different teaching and educational materials for ABA are provided at this web site.

Parent Forums/Blogs

Some forums require you to sign in to Yahoo or Facebook to locate forum names.

Forum/Blog Name: ABA4Autism
Description: This forum helps parents acquire the skills necessary to experience meaningful social connections, thrive in the community, and enjoy the world around them.

Forum/Blog Name: The Cutest Blog on the Block
Description: A thorough representation of Applied Behavior Analysis written by a provider. ABA terminology, videos, as well as products are offered.

Consumer Corner

Teaching Materials
Description: Materials that are ABA specific in addition to toys, books, and supplements.

Achievement Products
Description: This site provides communicative, sensory, exercise, adaptive items and more.

Community Library

Getting to Know ABA
Description: Article describing what ABA is and the components of an effective ABA program.

The Top 10 Reasons Children With Autism Deserve ABA
Description: Essay attempts to make the case for the multiple benefits of ABA intervention.

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