Differential reinforcement
Differential reinforcement Overview of differential reinforcement Definition and key concepts Differential reinforcement is a family of behavior-analytic procedures that strengthen one class of behaviors…
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Extinction bursts
Extinction bursts Introduction to Extinction Bursts Definition and overview Extinction bursts are a temporary increase in the frequency, magnitude, or intensity of a previously…
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Token Economies in the Classroom Overview of Token Economies Definition and core concepts A token economy is a behavior-management approach that uses a system…
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Reinforcement Schedules Overview of Reinforcement Schedules Definition and scope Reinforcement schedules describe when and how often a behavior is reinforced. In behavior analysis, reinforcement…
Read moreAntecedent-behavior-consequence (ABC) data
Antecedent-behavior-consequence (ABC) data What is ABC Data? Definition and purpose ABC data are structured observations that record what happens immediately before a target behavior…
Read moreApplied behavior analysis (ABA) basics
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Basics What is ABA? Definition of ABA Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a science focused on understanding how behavior is…
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Behavior intervention plans (BIP) Overview of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) Behavior intervention plans (BIPs) are structured, data‑driven documents designed to support students whose behaviors…
Read moreFunctional behavioral assessment (FBA)
Functional behavioral assessment (FBA) What is a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA)? Definition and goals A Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) is a systematic process used…
Read moreMulti-tiered system of supports (MTSS)
Multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) Overview What MTSS is MTSS is a comprehensive, data-driven framework that aligns academic and behavioral supports across three tiers.…
Read morePositive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS)
Positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) Overview of PBIS Definition and goals of PBIS Positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) is a proactive, evidence-based…
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