Functional Behavior Analysis and Behavior Intervention in Sp…

Directions: For your midterm, you will apply your understanding of behavior to analyze a case study. Choose to focus on the Case Study of Robert or Edith (Harry & Klingner, 2022). Choose one Your paper will be 5-8 pages double-spaced, using APA format. The page count does not include the title or reference pages. You do not need to include an abstract. Write out each question in full (sub-heading) and answer them individually Your paper should include the following sections and information: Introduction: Select the scenario you will be using in this paper (either Robert or Edith) and provide an analysis (from your own perspective and interpretation) of the profile, strengths, and needs, etc. of the student. In other words, provide your review of the relevant issues and factors related to the “student” you chose. In your review, consider this from the perspective of a Functional Behavior Analysis (FBA) Choose and describe the one targeted behavior that you would like to address in this paper. Remember, that this behavior is something that is objective, specific, and measurable. (Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)) For example: The student crossed his arms and looked down at his desk NOT The student was defiant. Discuss and describe the antecedent (trigger) to this behavior? What is happening before the targeted behavior, issues that emerge, and ancillary activities that you deem relevant? What are the consequences of this behavior? Describe both formal and informal consequences. For example, the formal consequence might be that the student gets sent out of the room; the informal consequence might be that the students classmates laugh. What cultural considerations should be taken into consideration when trying to understand this behavior? What function do you think this behavior serves and why? In other words, what result is the student hoping to accomplish by his actions Consider that Robert or Edith transfers to your classroom. Describe and discuss two specific, concrete steps you will take to integrate Robert or Edith into the classroom. Consider both the individual student and students already in the class. Refer to the targeted behavior you already identified (in question one) and discuss strategies you will use to implement the specific behavior in the classroom for Robert or Edith. Discussion and Conclusion Reference page