Transition Checklist: Moving From ABA Programs to School Programs

The Indiana Resource Center for Autism has published an article on transitioning from ABA programs to schools. Written by the ABA workgroup, this articles build upon information found in another article and provides additional guidance to families and other professionals.

To read the entire article, please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/transition-checklist-moving-from-aba-programs-to-school-programs

Transitioning from ABA Programs to School Programs

In collaboration with other organizations, the Indiana Resource Center for Autism has published a new article highlighting the differences between ABA programs and school programs. According to the authors, "When it comes time to transition the student from a clinical setting to an educational setting, it will be important to have a transition plan in place to maximize success."

To read the full article, please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/transitioning-from-aba-programs-to-school-programs

Looking for an ABA Provider?

Need information to help guide your decision-making process when choosing a provider for ABA therapy?  For a better understanding of what ABA is (and what it is not) and how to investigate providers or centers, the Indiana Resource Center for Autism, in collaboration with others, has put together an article that will address this topic.

To read the full article, please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/styles/iidc/defiles/irca/abaproviders2014.pdf

Socially savvy: An assessment and curriculum guide for young children

The purpose of Socially Savvy is to provide an assessment and tracking tool, based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), for the social skills of young children, as well as a guide for interventions. It focuses on the social skills that are important for a child preparing to transition into kindergarten.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu.

Fact Sheet from the Arc Insurance Project

The Arc of Indiana Insurance Project is a resource for families who need information and support to understand options for health care insurance coverage for their loved ones with developmental disabilities. In collaboration with About Special Kids and Family Voices Indiana, the Arc has released a new Fact Sheet with information that is important for families seeking insurance coverage of ABA services.

Here is the latest Fact Sheet from the Arc Insurance Project which is important information for those seeking insurance coverage for ABA services:
http://www.arcind.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/EPSDT-ABA-Appeal-Letter.pdf

For assistance and questions contact Michele Trivedi, Arc of Indiana Insurance Project Manager at mtrivedi@arcind.org,  317-977-2375 or toll free 800-382-9100. Family Voices Indiana can also assist with health care financing questions and resources. They can be contacted at 317-944-8982 or info@fvindiana.org.

The new ABA program companion: What's next for your ABA program?

Looking for a companion tool for your ABA program? The new ABA program companion: What's next for your ABA program? has been completely revised and expanded. Blending clear explanations of scientifically-based concepts and methodology, extensive clinical examples and advice, and suggested implementation protocols, the book provides a practical, comprehensive source for creating professional and effective student programs. Training packages for implementers, forms, and a six-month subscription to the new online program development and management software, ABA Program Companion 3.0, is also included. -from the book description

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

A complete ABA curriculum for individuals on the autism spectrum with a developmental age of 1-4 Years

A complete ABA curriculum for individuals on the autism spectrum with a developmental age of 1-4 years is a comprehensive, evidence-based ABA curriculum that contains everything needed to teach foundational level skills such as appropriate sitting, attention, eye contact, motor skills, basic receptive and expressive language skills, play and basic skills of daily living. The book guides professionals step-by-step through using ABA task analyses to teach over 140 different foundational skills. Uniquely to this program, the task analyses can be individualized to meet the needs and interests of the child, and instructions are given on how to do this. -from the book description

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Primarily for Paraprofessionals: Handling Problematic Behaviors and Using Applied Behavior Analysis

Looking to provide paraprofessionals with information about understanding and handling problematic behaviors? The Indiana Resource Center for Autism is offering a workshop on this topic several times this fall.

Paraprofessionals will learn tools associated with both positive behavior support and applied behavior analysis. Practical ideas will be provided that can be quickly utilized in an instructional setting with a range of students.

Want to learn more about it? Please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=3722

Tips for Choosing A Provider for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Dr. Cathy Pratt, director of the Indiana Resource Center for Autism, in collaboration with other writers has compiled a list of tips to consider when choosing an ABA provider. The article begins with:

"Because family members know that early intervention helps children on the autism spectrum learn new skills and decrease problem behaviors, they often want to consider behavioral therapies for their child. “ABA” (applied behavior analysis) programs are one of the evidence-based types of behavioral interventions that may be available for your child. This list provides some first steps in making choices about ABA services."

To read the entire article, please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=3724

Applied Behavior Analysis: Statewide Issues and Solutions Webinar

Applied Behavior Analysis: Statewide Issues and Solutions Webinar

Thursday, April 24, 2014- Thursday, April 24, 2014
3:00 PM EST - 4:00 PM EST

Webinar Description:

In this webinar, issues around the implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs will be discussed including licensure, funding, diversity of practices and quality, understanding of ABA and collaboration between ABA providers and other organizations.   Both Tennessee and Indiana have addressed these issues and in different ways.  This webinar will highlight the processes both states have followed in trying to reach some consensus and to promote legislation in this area.

For more information and to register, please visit:
http://www.aucd.org/template/event.cfm?event_id=5497

What to Consider When Looking for a Qualified ABA Provider

Dr. Cathy Pratt at the Indiana Resource Center for Autism and others have published an article on choosing an ABA provider. Here is the first paragraph:

"Like many approaches to serving individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an approach that focuses on helping people develop skills that are very difficult for them. ABA does this by looking at factors in a person’s world that undermine their success, and then carefully changing those factors to teach different and more appropriate ways of responding. There is a lot of research that shows ABA works - not just for people with ASD or with disabilities, but with all children, adolescents and adults.  In truth, while the goals may be different, ABA can be effective with any of us at any age."

To read the entire article, please visit: http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=3675

Mobile App Monday - ABC Data

Created to assist professionals and students in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), ABC Data is an unobtrusive data collection tool for counting behaviors and recording session duration. ABC Data is also a general purpose stopwatch and tally counter that has many other uses.

Want more information? Please visit: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/abc-data/id318221251?mt=8#

Bringing ABA to home, school, and play

Book description for Bringing ABA to home school, and play:
"Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is one of the most effective interventions for children with autism spectrum disorders and other disabilities. Now you can bring ABA best practices into any early childhood setting with this book your complete guide to using ABA within everyday routines to support children s learning, participation, and development."

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Mobile App Monday - ILearnNEarn

Are you looking for an educational app that adjusts to your child’s learning needs? In search of an app that progresses as your child progresses? ILearnNEarn for Me might be just what you're looking for.

ILearnNEarn for Me is designed for children with autism and other learning disabilities. Parents, educators or other professionals can add or remove activities from an integrated library. The activities in this app are based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and use colorful visuals and animations which help increase attention span of children.

Want to learn more about this app? Visit: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ilne-lite/id512867288?mt=8&ls=1

Handbook of ABA

Looking for detailed information about the theory, research, and intervention of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)? The Handbook of applied behavior analysis describes the state of the science of ABA from contributors who are leading ABA authorities. The book presents current best practices in behavioral assessment and demonstrates evidence-based strategies for supporting positive behaviors and reducing problem behaviors.

Want to know more? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title. Or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Mobile App Monday - ABA Receptive Identification

Today on Mobile App Monday, we'll take a look at an app that helps children on the spectrum with identification of items by way of their "class."

According to the app's description, "many children with emerging language skills do not think of things as having parts, attributes or fitting into categories but these are necessary for developing appropriate, functional conversation skills. Once a child can ask for, label and receptively identify a great many items, it’s a good time to start teaching the FFC’s or rather features, function and class of items, people and places. These lessons teach a child to talk about things rather than just labeling them."

For a closer look at this app, go to: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/aba-receptive-identification/id346469566?mt=8

Workshop schedule

Looking for a professional training to attend on Applied Behavior Analysis or Structured Teaching Strategies? Interested in the Behavior-Communication Link? The Indiana Resource Center for Autism has announced their upcoming workshops through the end of the year. Check out their Conferences/Events/Trainings page for details on the dates, times and locations at http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=270

ABA in inclusive classrooms

Bringing ABA into your inclusive classroom: A guide to improving outcomes for students with autism spectrum disorders is a wonderful resource for teachers in inclusive settings. Filled with practical advice and suggestions for using ABA, this book is a how-to guide for assessments and goal setting to data collection and analysis. Fifty sample teaching plans are also included demonstrating how to use ABA to support students across social, communication, behavioral, academic, and independent functioning domains. Use these sample plans to adapt to your students' needs.

Interested? Contact us to check it out. Or try worldcat.org to find it in a library near you!