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Behavior Intervention Programs ( Bips )

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Challenging behaviors can hold a variety of forms, but yield the same end-result- that is, it disrupts typical learning environments, and can pose a threat to the emotional or physical well being of an individual (Chandler et al, 2010). Behavior analysts focus on implementing behavior intervention programs (BIPs), in an effort to shape a behavior to one that is: socially acceptable, and replaces a negative behavior (i.e. aggression)with a positive behavior (i.e. counting, raising a hand to speak, etc.; Cooper et al, 2007). In a school setting, it is the responsibility of that school to ensure the safety of every student. If a student is engaging in challenging behaviors, it is their responsibility to implement techniques through applied behavior analysis, in order effectively direct inappropriate behaviors to behaviors that are positive (Cooper et al, 2007). Positive and appropriate behavior is being referred to as any behavior that is typically socially acceptable in the given environment (Chandler et al, 2010).

A program that supports the integration of ABA is the School-Wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS). This program uses evidenced based practices that involve social and behavioral learning, and organizational principles, in an effort to reduce or prevent challenging behaviors at school (Bradshaw et al, 2015). The purpose of using functional assessment techniques, in a school setting, is to identify the reason for which the student engages in

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