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Cover image for article: The Four Functions of Behavior: A Complete Guide for EducatorsFeatured
FBA & Data Collection

The Four Functions of Behavior: A Complete Guide for Educators

Understanding WHY students behave the way they do is the foundation of effective intervention. Learn the four functions of behavior—attention, escape, tangible, and sensory—and how to identify them in your classroom.

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Cover image for article: How to Graph Behavior Data: A Visual Guide for Educators
FBA & Data Collection

How to Graph Behavior Data: A Visual Guide for Educators

Learn how to create clear, effective behavior data graphs for IEP meetings, progress monitoring, and data-driven decision making. Includes line graphs, bar charts, and trend analysis techniques.

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Cover image for article: Culturally Responsive Behavior Assessment: Eliminating Bias in FBA Practices
Research & Insights

Culturally Responsive Behavior Assessment: Eliminating Bias in FBA Practices

Learn how to conduct culturally responsive Functional Behavior Assessments that account for diverse backgrounds, reduce disproportionality in special education, and create equitable behavior support systems for all students.

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Cover image for article: Ethical Parent Communication: Building Trust Through Honest Behavior Reporting
Teacher Resources

Ethical Parent Communication: Building Trust Through Honest Behavior Reporting

Master the art of ethical parent communication in behavior reporting. Learn how to share difficult information with families while maintaining trust, using strength-based language, and building collaborative partnerships that support student success.

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Cover image for article: Consent & Assent in Behavior Interventions: An Ethical Framework for Educators
Research & Insights

Consent & Assent in Behavior Interventions: An Ethical Framework for Educators

Understand the ethical and legal requirements for obtaining consent and assent in behavior interventions. Learn how to involve students and families meaningfully in treatment decisions while ensuring compliance with IDEA and ethical standards.

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Cover image for article: Restraint & Seclusion Ethics: Prevention, Emergency Response, and Documentation
Special Education

Restraint & Seclusion Ethics: Prevention, Emergency Response, and Documentation

Navigate the ethical complexities of restraint and seclusion in schools. Learn about legal requirements, de-escalation alternatives, trauma-informed perspectives, required documentation, and how to build restraint-reduction cultures that prioritize student safety and dignity.

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Cover image for article: Ethical IEP Meetings: Data Presentation, Collaboration, and Professional Integrity
Special Education

Ethical IEP Meetings: Data Presentation, Collaboration, and Professional Integrity

Master the ethics of IEP meetings for behavior-related discussions. Learn how to present data objectively, ensure meaningful parent and student participation, handle disagreements professionally, and make decisions that truly serve students.

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Cover image for article: 5-Minute FBA Data Collection Strategies for Busy TeachersFeatured
FBA & Data Collection

5-Minute FBA Data Collection Strategies for Busy Teachers

Discover proven time-saving techniques for tracking behavior data without sacrificing accuracy. Learn the fastest ways to collect FBA data including predetermined codes, mobile-first logging, team collaboration, voice-to-text methods, and batch entry techniques that cut documentation time by 75%.

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Cover image for article: How to Write a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) That Actually WorksFeatured
FBA & Data Collection

How to Write a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) That Actually Works

Master the complete process of developing effective Behavior Intervention Plans. Learn legal requirements, step-by-step development, function-based intervention matching, and get three real BIP examples for different age groups plus a free downloadable template.

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Cover image for article: The Special Education Teacher's Guide to Identifying Behavior PatternsFeatured
FBA & Data Collection

The Special Education Teacher's Guide to Identifying Behavior Patterns

Learn why behavior patterns matter more than individual incidents and discover proven techniques for spotting hidden triggers, analyzing time-of-day trends, and leveraging AI for deeper pattern recognition in your classroom.

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Cover image for article: Frequency vs. Duration Tracking: Which Behavior Data Method Is Right for You?Featured
FBA & Data Collection

Frequency vs. Duration Tracking: Which Behavior Data Method Is Right for You?

Discover the key differences between frequency, duration, and interval recording methods. Learn which behavior data collection technique matches your specific tracking needs with real classroom examples and a decision-making framework.

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Cover image for article: 7 Behavior Tracking Mistakes That Undermine Your IEP MeetingsFeatured
Special Education

7 Behavior Tracking Mistakes That Undermine Your IEP Meetings

Avoid these critical data collection errors that weaken your IEP presentations. Learn how to prepare compelling, defensible behavior data that drives meaningful goal development and team buy-in.

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Cover image for article: How to Track Student Behavior Without Disrupting Your LessonFeatured
Classroom Management

How to Track Student Behavior Without Disrupting Your Lesson

Master the art of seamless behavior tracking with 5 discrete methods that keep your teaching flow intact. Based on real teacher success stories and modern technology solutions.

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Cover image for article: The Complete Guide to FBA Data Collection for Special Education Teachers
FBA & Data Collection

The Complete Guide to FBA Data Collection for Special Education Teachers

Learn practical, modern strategies to collect accurate FBA data efficiently using evidence-based methods and digital tools.

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Cover image for article: The Science Behind ABC Data Collection: Why Context Matters More Than FrequencyFeatured
FBA & Data Collection

The Science Behind ABC Data Collection: Why Context Matters More Than Frequency

You've logged 47 incidents of "disruption" this month. But do you know WHY they're happening? Discover the research-backed reasons why ABC data transforms intervention planning and how to collect it effectively.

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Cover image for article: The Data Collection Paradox: Why More Isn't Always Better
FBA & Data Collection

The Data Collection Paradox: Why More Isn't Always Better

You're drowning in data but starving for insights. Research shows strategic data collection beats exhaustive logging. Learn the evidence-based framework for collecting the right data, not just more data.

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Cover image for article: The Hidden Power of Setting Events: Why "Bad Day" Behaviors Aren't RandomFeatured
Research & Insights

The Hidden Power of Setting Events: Why "Bad Day" Behaviors Aren't Random

He's always perfect on Wednesdays but struggles on Mondays. Coincidence? Research shows setting events are present in 64% of severe behavior incidents. Learn to identify and address these hidden variables.

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Cover image for article: Duration vs. Frequency vs. Latency: Which Measurement Actually Matters?
FBA & Data Collection

Duration vs. Frequency vs. Latency: Which Measurement Actually Matters?

You're counting tantrums. But should you be timing them instead? Choosing the wrong measurement type can make an intervention look successful when the problem is actually getting worse. Learn the research-backed guide to measurement selection.

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Cover image for article: Setting SMART Goals for Behavior Change in the New Semester
Behavior Management

Setting SMART Goals for Behavior Change in the New Semester

Vague behavior goals fail 73% of the time. Learn how to write SMART goals that actually drive measurable change—with templates and examples you can use in your next IEP meeting.

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Cover image for article: Mid-Year IEP Data Review: Making Your Numbers Tell a Story
Special Education

Mid-Year IEP Data Review: Making Your Numbers Tell a Story

You have six months of data. But can you explain what it means? Learn how to transform raw behavior data into compelling narratives that drive IEP decisions and demonstrate student progress.

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Cover image for article: Preparing Behavior Data for Annual IEP Reviews
Special Education

Preparing Behavior Data for Annual IEP Reviews

Annual IEP reviews are high-stakes moments. Learn how to organize, present, and use a full year of behavior data to justify services, demonstrate progress, and plan for next year.

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Cover image for article: Collaborating with Parents on Behavior Goals: A Data-First Approach
Teacher Resources

Collaborating with Parents on Behavior Goals: A Data-First Approach

Parent collaboration makes or breaks behavior interventions. Learn how to share data effectively, build trust through transparency, and create home-school partnerships that drive real change.

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