Exerpts of the Interview with Michael Shaughnessy from www.ednews.org
1. You have an E-Book on the topic of behavior. What led you down this path!
Yes the E-Book is entitled: Behavioral Basics; 6 Easy Steps to Improving a Child's School Behavior! This E-Book is based on the research based method of functional behavioral analysis (FBA), and use of positive behavioral supports and plans.
Many years ago when my daughter Angelina was young, she experienced a lot of negative school behavior. I was so frustrated because I did not know what to do to improve her behavior. I began attending a lot of conferences and received training from behavioral experts, about the best practice way to improve Angelina's positive behavior. One thing I learned is that children with disabilities must be taught appropriate behavior; I also learned about functional behavioral assessments and positive behavioral plans, which research shows is the only way to make positive behavioral improvements over the long term.
Over the years as an advocate, I have taught many parents the information that I learned years ago, which I have put into 6 Easy Steps in my E-Book. Also the E book has a lot of wonderful resources and advocacy tips for parents and educators.
This E book can be used by parents and educators to improve a child's school behavior. It ismy hope that parents and educations will work together to improve children's school behavior, so that they can achieve educational success!
Table of Contents for Behavioral Basics
1. Quick Guide to Acronyms
2. Introduction to Behavioral Basics
3. Introduction to Behavior
4. 6 Steps to Improving Your Child's School Behavior
5. Introduction to IDEA regulations for behavior and discipline
6. Expulsions
7. Use of Restraints in School Districts
8. Blank forms to use for the 6 steps are given