The Misfit Behaviorists - Practical Strategies for Special Education and ABA Professionals
Audra Jensen, Caitlin Beltran, Sami Brown
86 episodes
1 week ago
Sometimes our students giggle, get wiggly, or completely check out when it’s time to write. Is it task avoidance? A skills gap? Sensory overload? In this Misfit Minute, Audra walks through 5 quick questions to help you figure out what’s really going on—and what to do about it—when pencil-and-paper tasks go sideways. 🔑 Key Takeaways • Start with: Is it a can’t or a won’t? Skill deficits and motivation issues need different responses. • If it’s a can’t, reduce the demand—use scribes, stamps, t...
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Sometimes our students giggle, get wiggly, or completely check out when it’s time to write. Is it task avoidance? A skills gap? Sensory overload? In this Misfit Minute, Audra walks through 5 quick questions to help you figure out what’s really going on—and what to do about it—when pencil-and-paper tasks go sideways. 🔑 Key Takeaways • Start with: Is it a can’t or a won’t? Skill deficits and motivation issues need different responses. • If it’s a can’t, reduce the demand—use scribes, stamps, t...
Ep. 64: Preschool Circle Time Tips for Engagement, Structure, and Special Education Success
The Misfit Behaviorists - Practical Strategies for Special Education and ABA Professionals
21 minutes
2 months ago
Ep. 64: Preschool Circle Time Tips for Engagement, Structure, and Special Education Success
Preschool circle time doesn’t have to be chaos! 🎶 In this episode, we share simple strategies to keep little learners engaged, structured, and having fun—while meeting every student where they are. 🌟 🎧 Key Takeaways • Purpose of Circle Time: Sets the tone for the day, offering structure and fun through songs, weather checks, and IEP skill practice. Adaptations are key to meeting the students where they are! 🌞 • Four Pillars of a Balanced Circle Time: 1. Physical Movement:...
The Misfit Behaviorists - Practical Strategies for Special Education and ABA Professionals
Sometimes our students giggle, get wiggly, or completely check out when it’s time to write. Is it task avoidance? A skills gap? Sensory overload? In this Misfit Minute, Audra walks through 5 quick questions to help you figure out what’s really going on—and what to do about it—when pencil-and-paper tasks go sideways. 🔑 Key Takeaways • Start with: Is it a can’t or a won’t? Skill deficits and motivation issues need different responses. • If it’s a can’t, reduce the demand—use scribes, stamps, t...
