(REC) Avoiding Missteps: Navigating laws and classroom strategies in IEPs

This presentation will empower behavior analysts by providing them with essential knowledge and practical strategies for effectively navigating the world of special education. As the role of behavior analysts becomes increasingly critical in participating in the individualized education programs (IEPs) process, understanding the intersection of behavior analysis and special education is vital. Vladescu, Breeman, Cox, and Drevon (2022) reported almost ⅓ of behavior analysts report very little training in special education despite their jobs requiring knowledge of it. This webinar will explore special education laws, IEP processes, and the application of behavior analysis principles in applying meaningful educational interventions including supplementary aids and services and environmental arrangements with an emphasis on general education classrooms. Attendees will leave with actionable insights, a deeper understanding of legal compliance, and increased understanding of common educational supports.

Learning Objectives:

• The participant will identify key special education terminology.
• The participant will explain what key special education practices may look like in a classroom
• The participant will provide examples of common supplementary aids and services that are used in the classroom
• The participants will provide examples of common modifications of instruction that are used in the classroom.
• The participants will identify three ways to collaborate with school personnel

PRESENTER(S): Anne McLaughlin

Dr. Annie McLaughlin supports behavior analysts in their understanding of the special education system whether they are practicing as school BCBAs, home-based, clinic-based, or IEP advocates. Her passion to make sure that all IEP teams want BCBAs at the IEP table to support the process so individuals with IEPs can succeed!