ERIC Number: ED605902
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2017
Pages: 25
Abstractor: ERIC
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Differential Reinforcement (DR). EBP Brief Packet
Savage, M. N.
National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders
This evidence-based practice overview on Differential Reinforcement (DR) includes the following components: (1) Overview: A quick summary of salient features of the practice, including what it is, who it can be used with, what skills it has been used with, and settings for instruction; (2) Evidence-base: The "DR Evidence-base" details the NPDC criteria for inclusion as an evidence-based practice and the specific studies that meet the criteria for this practice; (3) Step-by-Step Guide: Use the "DR Step-by-Step Practice Guide" as an outline for how to plan for, use, and monitor DR. Each step includes a brief description as a helpful reminder while learning the process; (4) Implementation Checklist: Use the "DR Implementation Checklist" to determine if the practice is being implemented as intended; (5) Data Collection Sheets: Use the data collection sheets as a method to collect and analyze data to determine if progress is being made for a learner with ASD; (6) Tip Sheet for Professionals: Use the "DR Tip Sheet for Professionals" as a supplemental resource to help provide basic information about the practice to professionals working with the learner with ASD; (7) Parent Guide: Use the "DR Parent Guide" to help parents or family members understand basic information about the practice being used with their child; (8) Additional Resources: Use the "Additional Resources" to learn more about the practice; (9) Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Standards: A list of "CEC Standards" that apply specifically to DR; and (10) Module References: A list of numerical "References" utilized for the DR module. [This brief was co-written by the Autism Focused Intervention Resources and Modules (AFIRM) team.]
Descriptors: Evidence Based Practice, Reinforcement, Behavior Modification, Early Intervention, Preschool Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Program Development, Planning, Program Implementation, Behavior Problems, Progress Monitoring, Functional Behavioral Assessment, Data Collection, Check Lists, Social Development, Communication Skills, Attention, Play, Academic Ability
National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorder. Available from: FPG Child Development Institute. University of North Carolina, Publications Office, CB# 8185, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-8185. Tel: 919-966-0857; e-mail: FPGpublications@unc.edu; Web site: http://autismpdc.fpg.unc.edu/
Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Early Childhood Education; Preschool Education; Elementary Secondary Education
Audience: Teachers; Parents
Language: English
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Authoring Institution: National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorder (NPDC)
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