Sarah Cordett, M.A.

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Agenda

Recap of Unit 3Case StudyUnit 4 Topics

Defining challenging behaviors Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) Prevention strategies

Unit 4 project

Individualized Family Service Plan

IFSP:An IFSP is a planning document that describes

services for children ages 0-3 with disabilities.Purposes:For family members and professionals to work together

to identify priorities, resources and concernsTo identify and organize resources to support families

(Allen & Cowdery, 2009)

Individualized Family Service Plan

Steps:Pre-referral and conferencingIdentification of needsEvaluation

(Allen & Cowdery, 2009)

Individualized Education Program

IEP:An IEP is a document required for every student with a disability that outlines intervention

services.Teacher input is essential

Assessment Adaptation and modification of classroom activities Evaluation

(Allen & Cowdery, 2009)

(Allen & Cowdery, 2009)

Individualized Education Program

Requirements:AssessmentAnnual goalsSpecific services to be providedEvaluation

(Allen & Cowdery, 2009)

(Allen & Cowdery, 2009)

Case Study

The school nurse checks the hearing and vision of all the children in a Head Start classroom.

The teacher uses a checklist to observe a child's play skills.

Based on family concerns, a kindergarten student is tested by the speech language pathologist and school psychologist.

(Allen & Cowdery, 2009, p. 284)

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Describe the characteristics of behavioral problems and the importance of reducing and preventing problems in the preschool classroom

Explain the purpose and importance of the Behavior Intervention Plan

Identify strategies for reducing and preventing behavioral problems in the preschool classroom

Describe techniques that facilitate quality care for a specific age group of young children with special needs.

Topics in Unit 4

You will be reading about in the text:Defining challenging behaviorsFunctional Behavior Assessment (FBA)Prevention strategies

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Normal deviations: understand that a child may display a negative behavior due to a circumstance (fear, hunger, illness, disability, etc.)

Fixed patterns of behavior may occur when attention is gained

Question: What is an example of a fixed pattern of behavior?

(Allen & Cowdery, 2009, 550-558).

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Goodness of fit: how the child’s personality or temperament matches his environment

Communication skills can influence behaviors

Questions

(Allen & Cowdery, 2009, 550-558).

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ImpulsivityDisorganizedIrritablenessTemper tantrumsShort attention spanCompulsiveManipulativeUncooperativeWhiny or crying

TalkativeSeeks attentionMoodyRestless or

hyperactivityAvoids eye contactClingingNail bitingPlays aloneTired

(Gorrill, Paasche, & Strom, 2005, p. 40-41).

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Identify the problem situationAssess the child and the environmentSpecify an objective for the interventionAssess the function of the behaviorIdentify a replacement behaviorPlan the intervention. Ensure the meaningful

curriculum activities, frequent reinforcement, choice, and a predictable schedule are in place

Implement and carry out specified planOngoing monitoring of child’s progress

(Allen & Cowdery, 2009, 556).

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Give warning that a transition to a different activity will take place before it happens

Check with child often to make sure that child is not overwhelmed with too many rules or directions

Give one or two step directions in a logical order to reduce frustration and miscommunications

Give the child realistic choices that promote responsibility and independence

(Allen & Cowdery, 2009, p. 563-580)

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Focus the child’s attention by doing one or more of the following: use child’s name, eye to eye level, speak directly, check for understanding, model and practice expected behavior

Give enough time for child to comply with request before stating request for second time

Practice consistency and firmness when child is exhibiting non-compliant behavior

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Discuss strategies for reducing and preventing behavior problems in the preschool classroom.

Share your experiences with behavioral problems.

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Create a chart that demonstrates techniques that facilitate quality care for a specific age group of young children with three (3) separate special needs characteristics.

You will find the resources for this project in your text Children with Special Needs in Early Childhood Settings.

After choosing a specific category of special needs, look under the column labeled Recommendations.

Check that the techniques you describe are developmentally appropriate for your age group.

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Page 1: Title Page with your information

Page 2: Chart with three rows and columns

1st Column: Condition, disorder, or specific special needs

2nd Column: Characteristics3rd Column: Quality Care Technique(s)

Page 3: Reference Page with resources listed

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The chart was professionally completed with three or more conditions, disorders and/or specific special needs.  (___/50 points)

The chart provided characteristics of these needs as well as quality care techniques that appropriately address these conditions.  (___/50 points)

The project contained a separate title page, properly formatted, a separate reference page and was typed using a 12 point font (Ariel or Times New Roman). (___/20 points)

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Read the link from LD Online in the Information Box.

Share: What are three (3) strategies for reducing

and preventing behavior problems in the preschool classroom?

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Allen, E.K., Cowdery, G.E. (2009). The Exceptional Child: inclusion in early childhood education. Clifton Park: Thompson Delmar Learning.

Gorrill, L., Paasche, C.L, Strom, B. (2004). Children with Special Needs in Early Childhood Settings. Clifton Park: Thompson Delmar Learning.

LD Online Glossary. (2008). Retrieved April 30, 2008 from website: LD Online.

Have a good week!