Behavior Basics
What does the “C” in ABC stand for?
Antecedent, Behavior, Consequences
What is one way to fade the prompt over time? – For the student to respond independently
For the student to respond independently
What is the first step before giving a direction?
Gaining the student’s attention
When do you take ABCs?
New behavior, behaviors that last longer than 5 minutes, when BCBA specifies otherwise.
When should an incident report (IR) be written?
When there’s suspected injury, safety concern, or policy violation.
Name one way you can prevent challenging behavior?
Give choices, set clear expectations, use visuals, etc.
What’s the goal of fading prompts?
It can lead to prompt dependency and prevent independence
Name a simple way to make learning fun
Use games, songs, movement, or preferred materials
What measuring tool is used to observe and measure how often behaviors occur in ABA?
Frequency and rate.
Are staff allowed to use personal phones while supervising students?
No
What does “function of behavior” mean?
The reason or purpose behind a behavior
Why is it important not to over-prompt a student?
It can lead to prompt dependency and prevent independence
What’s a good strategy if a student is distracted during a task?
Shorten the task, simplify instructions, or use a motivating item
When to zero data?
(Daily) Zero data every day the student is present. (Upon Arrival) Zero data as soon as the student arrives on campus.
What are employees always avoiding to keep a respectful work environment?
Gossip, gossip, unprofessional/unethical behavior.
What does “function of behavior” mean?
The reason or purpose behind a behavior
What is the difference between a model prompt and a gestural prompt?
A model prompt shows the task (e.g., clapping), while a gestural prompt points or gestures toward the correct response
What’s a good strategy if a student is distracted during a task?
Use movement breaks, keep instructions short, and offer choices
What is baseline data in ABA?
Initial measurements of a behavior before any intervention is applied.
Give examples of AACA dress code requirements.
Pants and shorts are limited to khaki or denim material, no tears. No low-sagging pants. No athletic wear, no leggings, jeggings, tights, or yoga pants. No open toe or open back shoes.
Give an example of how to teach a replacement behavior for escape
Teach the student to request a break using visuals or gestures
Explain how to use time delay as a prompting strategy
Wait a few seconds before giving the prompt to allow the student a chance to respond independently
Give an example of how you would teach the same skill (wash hands) across multiple modalities.
For “washing hands”: show a video (visual), sing a handwashing song (auditory), and do hand-over-hand practice (physical/kinesthetic).
Continuous vs. Discontinuous Measurement – what’s the difference?
Continuous: every instance of a behavior during a specific observation
What are examples of unauthorized absences during your shift?
Sleeping on the job, leaving work before shift is over, extended time in breakroom or break areas.