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Course Description: Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention
The course "Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention" is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices involved in implementing effective interventions for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI) is an evidence-based approach that focuses on providing intensive and individualized interventions to promote the development of essential skills and reduce challenging behaviors in children with ASD during their early developmental years.
Course Objectives:
- Explore the fundamentals of Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention and its theoretical foundations.
- Understand the early signs and symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder and the importance of early intervention.
- Examine the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and its application in Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention.
- Identify assessment tools and procedures used to evaluate a child's strengths, needs, and readiness for intervention.
- Learn about individualized intervention planning and setting appropriate goals for children with ASD.
- Explore the design and implementation of structured teaching methods to support skill development.
- Understand strategies for promoting communication and social skills in children with ASD.
- Examine behavioral strategies for addressing challenging behaviors and promoting adaptive behaviors.
- Discuss data collection and progress monitoring to ensure the effectiveness of interventions.
- Explore strategies for collaborating with families and creating a supportive home environment.
- Learn about the role of early intervention professionals and the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Examine ethical considerations and cultural sensitivity in Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention.
Course Outline:
- Introduction to Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI)
- Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- History and Evolution of EIBI
- Theoretical Foundations and Evidence-Based Practices
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css` - Early Signs and Symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Importance of Early Detection and Intervention
- Screening and Diagnostic Tools
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in EIBI
- Principles of ABA
- Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
- ABA Techniques and Strategies
- Assessment and Individualized Intervention Planning
- Assessment Procedures and Tools
- Setting Measurable Goals
- Developing Individualized Intervention Plans
- Structured Teaching Methods
- Discrete Trial Training (DTT)
- Task Analysis
- Incidental Teaching
- Promoting Communication and Social Skills
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
- Social Skill Development
- Pivotal Response Training (PRT)
- Behavioral Strategies in EIBI
- Positive Reinforcement and Token Systems
- Extinction and Differential Reinforcement
- Addressing Challenging Behaviors
- Data Collection and Progress Monitoring
- Importance of Data Collection
- Data Measurement and Recording
- Progress Monitoring and Data Analysis
- Collaborating with Families
- Family-Centered Practices
- Supporting Families in EIBI
- Creating a Supportive Home Environment
- Roles of Early Intervention Professionals and Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Team Approach to EIBI
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Transition Planning and School Collaboration
- Ethical Considerations and Cultural Sensitivity
- Ethical Guidelines in EIBI
- Cultural Competence and Diversity
- Respecting Individual Differences
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