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| International Paper Session - Systems Level Interventions in Schools |
| Saturday, May 26, 2007 |
| 2:30 PM–3:50 PM |
| America's Cup D |
| Area: EDC |
| Chair: Donald A. Jackson Jackson (Nevada Mental Health & Developmental Services) |
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| Impacting Behavior Problems Through School-Community-Home Collaboration. |
| Domain: Applied Research |
| DONALD A. JACKSON JACKSON (Nevada Mental Health & Developmental Services), Cristin D. Johnston (University of Nevada, Reno) |
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| Abstract: The behaviors of children and adolescents that raise concern and cause problems are most often observed in multiple settings. Accordingly, coordinated analysis and interventions strategies involving all settings (e.g., educators, parents, service coordinators, etc.) are more likely to lead to positive change. To address problem behaviors, collaborating support teams for children and adolescents with problem behaviors were trained as a group in positive behavior support. Teams were guided in assessing the nature of the problem behaviors through the eyes of broad personal or family goals and functional behavioral assessment. They were assisted in the creation of a contextually acceptable support plan implemented in multiple settings. Developed from an understanding of behavioral functions, support plans emphasized preventive interventions put in place by teachers and others in various school settings and parents and others in home and community settings. Data-based decisions guided plan development and modification as necessary. This presentation will present data on the team process, behavior change, replacement behaviors, and impact on quality of life. The implications for administrative or system-level participation are discussed with an emphasis on how sustainable improvement in school and home behavior can be achieved. |
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| Behavior Analysis in the General Education: School-Wide Bullying Intervention. |
| Domain: Applied Research |
| AMOS E. ROLIDER (Emek Yezreel College, Israel) |
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| Abstract: Over the last decade bullying in schools has become a topic of mounting international significance. Bullying is a form of antisocial behavior among students that is usually hurtful and deliberate. It is often persistent, sometimes continuing for weeks, months or even years and it is difficult for those being bullied to defend themselves. The operational definition of bullying usually includes physical, verbal, and indirect forms. This paper will focus on current behavioral approaches for reducing bullying in schools. In addition, a step-by-step ABA comprehensive school-wide anti-bullying program, which has been successfully implemented in several schools in Israel, will be described and data on its effectiveness will be presented. |
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