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Welcome!
Welcome!
We are excited to work together to learn more and support students.
We are excited to work together to learn more and support students.
Objectives:
Communicate the 4 functions of behavior and apply this knowledge to support students at any level
Practice:
Identifying functions using ABC data strands
Using ABC data to determine hypothesized function
This content is connected to HLP 10
Getting Organized
Getting Organized
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Before we get started
Before we get started
This course deals mainly with using ABC data to support teams to determine function. Keep in mind, that ABC data is just one piece of a larger puzzle to determining function of behavior. You will want to make sure you consider the other data sources you have at your disposal, whether it is for a Functional Behavior Assessment, a Problem-Solving with Function in Mind meeting, or just considering function when addressing student behavior in the classroom. Looking at the whole puzzle, and not the individual piece, will help you support your students the best way you can.
Collecting ABC Data
Collecting ABC Data
First, the team will need to operationally define the target behavior.
First, the team will need to operationally define the target behavior.
Definitions should include examples and non-examples, such as...
Behavior - Disruption: behavior that is inappropriate for the school setting and heard by the listener
Examples:
Cursing
Yelling at teacher/peer “you are stupid”
Protesting “no!” “I am not going to do this”
Non-examples:
Discussing options with teacher loudly
Asking information
Speaking loudly on a topic
ABC stands for Antecedent - Behavior - Consequence
Watch this short video to learn more about ABC!
Collecting this data can start to create ABC chains. Some chains might be a little more complex and snowball until the ultimate consequence is desired… how often do we see this in our classrooms?
When collecting ABC data, consider all of the logistics before scheduling team members to go into a classroom.
Let's Practice!
Let's Practice!
Choose at least 2 of the activities listed below to complete. Record your learning in your notes template.
Go through and complete the IRIS module on collecting ABC
Read these scenarios and practice labeling the ABC’s.
Watch this video and practice collecting ABC data on your handout
Hypothesizing Function
Hypothesizing Function
Use ABC collection data along with other data collected from an FBA to help you determine the function of behavior. Once this is complete, you will be able to write the hypothesis statement and move forward with matching appropriate interventions to student to student need.
Two ways to view function of behavior
Two ways to view function of behavior
Watch this video to see the connection between ABC and functions of behavior.
Watch this video to see the connection between ABC and functions of behavior.
Access/Avoid
Access/Avoid
Function is defined as a student wanting to access or avoid attention, activities, tangibles, or sensory stimulation.
S.E.A.T.
S.E.A.T.
Sensory/Automatic Reinforcement
Escape
Attention
Tangible
Things to Remember!
Things to Remember!
When determining the function of the behavior, examine the consequence that results from the behavior.
Behaviors may have more than one function.
The type of behavior does not determine the function
Functions may change
New inappropriate behaviors may develop
Use this handy chart to the left to help you identify function!
Organizing function data to write an hypothesis statement
Organizing function data to write an hypothesis statement
Watch this video for an overview of how to use a function matrix to identify function.
Visualize the data!
Visualize the data!
Use a function matrix and then create a...
bar graph
pie chart
line graph
Next up... write the hypothesis statement using this skeleton:
Next up... write the hypothesis statement using this skeleton:
On ______ (date/year), a functional behavior assessment (FBA) was completed, which consisted of indirect assessment (structured interviews, behavioral rating scales, and review of teacher data) and direct assessment (ABC data collection) as well as a records review. The following hypothesis is made based upon this FBA: the target behavior _________________ appears to be triggered by ________________ and maintained by _________________ .
Example Hypothesis statements
Example Hypothesis statements
STUDENT will engage in verbal outbursts which reliably result in staff comments/negotiations and peer interactions/conversations. In other words, it is hypothesized that the function of STUDENT’S behavior is positive reinforcement in the form of attention from adults and peers.
or
A functional assessment was conducted from 10/25/2013 to 11/14/13 and 15 instances of the targeted behavior were analyzed for function. The following additional documents were considered for this FBA: Project FACILE, Choice Reinforcement Menu, and the Student-Assisted Functional Assessment Interview. Based on the information gathered during the aforementioned items, it appears that when presented with the following antecedent conditions:
a. Working independently for periods longer than 5 minutes
c. Teacher attention is diverted away
d. Non-preferred writing tasks
STUDENT will engage in verbal outbursts which reliably result in staff comments/negotiations and peer interactions/conversations. In other words, it is hypothesized that the function of STUDENT’S behavior is positive reinforcement in the form of attention from adults and peers
Let's Practice!
Let's Practice!
Choose at least 2 of the activities listed below to complete. Record your learning in your notes template.
Practice assigning function on this ABC data collection chart (write your answers in your notes or save to your Drive and complete)
Go through and complete the IRIS module on the Function Matrix
Using this (very simple) ABC data and Function Matrix, complete the bottom section by creating a hypothesis statement
A Case Study
A Case Study
Meet Eddie
Meet Eddie
Click on the button below to make a copy of a case study. Read through the information and work to:
Identify the functions on the ABC chains
Fill in the function matrix
Write an hypothesis statement
Next Steps
Next Steps
Use the lens of function based behavior as you work with students in your building
Utilize a team approach within FABI to determine a hypothesized function of behavior to support the creation of quality BIPs
Access coaching to support you in this work!
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You have completed this course!
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