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The How to ABA Podcast
We are Shira and Shayna and we are so excited to bring you our first podcast episode of How to ABA! We are both BCBAs with over twenty years of experience, and as you can imagine, we have created and gathered so many resources in that time. We want to share them with you! That’s why we are here, and that’s why we created this podcast. If you are new to the world of ABA, are looking for new resources, or just looking for a fresh perspective, you’re in the right place!
The How to ABA Podcast
Why Behavior Plans Fail in Busy Classrooms
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Have you ever created a behavior plan that looked perfect on paper but completely fell apart in a real classroom? We’ve been there too. In this episode, we unpack why even the most well-designed plans can fail when faced with the realities of busy, unpredictable environments. We explore how many plans are built for ideal conditions instead of real-life classrooms filled with noise, transitions, and competing demands.
We shift the focus from fixing the student to understanding the system סביב them. When we consider teacher capacity, environmental triggers, and the practicality of implementation, we can start building plans that actually work. We also dive into how student behavior often signals unmet needs rather than defiance, and why simplifying data collection and reinforcement systems is key.
By taking a systems-first approach, we can create meaningful, sustainable change that supports both staff and students. Because when we support the system, we set everyone up for success.
What’s Inside:
- Why behavior plans fail in real classroom environments
- How a systems-first approach improves implementation
- Practical ways to support teachers and simplify strategies
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