SPE 5542 - Functional Assessment and Behavior Management

An investigation of the principals of behavior theory for classroom teaching techniques, particularly with children with disabilities. General and specific methods for generating, strengthening and maintaining desirable behaviors will be stressed. Conditioning of both academic skills and non academic behaviors on an individual and group basis will be considered. Functional Behavior Assessment will be introduced in order to facilitate positive behavior support methods. Direct experience in modifying the behavior of individuals will be arranged.

Credits: 3 SH