Welcome to the Behavior Education Connection!

In this episode, we're tackling a hot topic- what can school-based behavior analysts do when confronted with misconceptions about ABA?

Our guest for this episode is Jenny McMichael with Spotsylvania Public Schools.

We'll discuss:
-Common misconceptions surrounding ABA;
-Talking points for building buy-in surrounding behavior analytic techniques;
-The role of collaborative practice in addressing misconceptions;

And more!
For more information, check out the Virginia Public Schools Behavior Analyst Website: ⁠https://sites.google.com/odu.edu/vaps...

Guest Speaker:
Jennifer McMichael, M.Ed., BCBA
Jenny is an autism specialist for Spotsylvania County Schools. She is a board certified behavior analyst and has worked as a teacher and specialist in the public school setting.

Host:
Selena J. Layden, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Disorders and Special Education at Old Dominion University. Dr. Layden earned her doctorate degree from the College of William & Mary in Education Policy, Planning, and Leadership with an emphasis in Special Education Administration and her master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from St. Cloud State University in Minnesota. Prior to joining the faculty at ODU, Dr. Layden worked in multiple school divisions focusing on challenging behavior and children with autism spectrum disorder. She was also the Assistant Director of Training at the Autism Center for Excellence at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Layden’s research interests focus on autism spectrum disorder, providing effective professional development for school personnel, and improving the implementation of evidence-based practices in schools.

Music:
Finding Peace by Remember the Future, from Shutterstock Music