Yes!+Suggestions+for+Success

Here are the main suggestions for effective implementation of FBAs in the public schools:
> > Scott et al (2005) point out, “A team-based problem-solving process has been demonstrated to be a cost-effective method of meeting the needs of individual students, as well as increasing interaction and cooperation among faculty and parents” (p. 59). > > Scott et al (2004) write, “When long-term observations are not feasible, questionnaire or interview assessments might be a more efficient method of gather information for the FBA” (p. 197). > > Scott et al (2004) write that, “…a comprehensive training component is needed to promote competence among all school personnel involved with FBA…” (p. 197). > > Luiselli et al (2001) recommend the use of a behavior consultant and write, “As it relates to public school settings, the recipients of behavioral consultation would be teachers, principals, administrative personnel, and parents. These individuals receive direction from a consultant and they, in turn, apply and evaluate interventions to improve academic achievement and deportment of students” (p. 18).
 * 1) TEAM EFFORT--Creating teams consisting of teachers, administration, parents, and special educators. The team should preferrably consist of at least one person with training in behavior assessments.
 * 1) EFFICIENCY MEASURES--Using indirect assessments gets the ball rolling. Though this is also one of the problems, using the indirect assessments (i.e. checklists, interviews, record reviews, etc.) will provide some information that could be used to design an intervention for a child when there is not enough time for direct observations and analysis.
 * 1) T RAINING THE STAFF--All teachers should be trained.Once the staff become knowledgeable about the methods and meaning of implementing FBAs, they will become more confident and the FBAs are more likely to be reliable.
 * 1) BRINGING IN A CONSULTANT--Having a knowledgeable staff member to guide the teams and teachers would promote efficacy and efficiency.Teachers would be more confident in their assessments and analysis of behavior with a behavior consultant leading the way.