by Heather Hoeft, B.S., M.Ed., LBS1 | Jan 12, 2022 | ABA 101, Academics, Curriculum Ideas, Data, Interventions |
There are a lot of assessments and materials out there that I think are valid and reliable. I have run many different types of assessments for many different aged children, and the ABLLS-R is always one that I enjoy using. This captures a picture of the whole child...
by Abigail Rivera | Dec 29, 2021 | Interventions, Life Skills |
Who is affected by the news or discovery of autism in an individual, is it themselves, their caregiver, their loved ones, companions, co-workers, acquaintances, or that random stranger they happen to encounter? The answer is all of the above because when I...
by Heather Hoeft, B.S., M.Ed., LBS1 | Dec 22, 2021 | Academics, Curriculum Ideas, Data, Interventions, Resources |
What is the VB-MAPP? The VB-MAPP is based on B.F. Skinner’s analysis of verbal behavior and stands for Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program. I have been using this since 2011! The VB-MAPP is criterion-referenced and can be used as an assessment...
by Heather Hoeft, B.S., M.Ed., LBS1 | Dec 8, 2021 | Classroom Setup, Communication, Interventions, Play, Science/Social Studies, Social Skills |
Throughout the school day, it is an adult job to create natural environments and situations for students to learn. Teachers and other team members teach children by asking questions, lecturing, modeling, reading, playing, and so much more! When working on play skills...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Sep 13, 2021 | Communication, Interventions, Resources, Work Tasks |
One part of my OT assignment includes working in a life skill program for high school students 14-18 and a transition program for students 18-21 years old. The focus of these programs includes learning important skills to prepare for adult life. As an OT, I work...
by Heather Hoeft, B.S., M.Ed., LBS1 | Apr 28, 2021 | Interventions, Play, Visuals, Work Tasks |
This post turned out to be an unplanned part 2 of my blog How To Set Up Structured Play Boxes! After pulling some toys and getting the boxes we wanted together, we had to create ways in which the team would use them. How would these boxes benefit our learners the...
