A5039653159- Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
- Behavioral and Psychological Studies
- Cognitive and developmental aspects of mathematical skills
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Family and Disability Support Research
- Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development
- Disability Education and Employment
- Collaborative Teaching and Inclusion
- Genomics and Chromatin Dynamics
- RNA Research and Splicing
- Child Development and Digital Technology
- Advanced Neuroimaging Techniques and Applications
- Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues
- Bacteriophages and microbial interactions
- Higher Education Learning Practices
- Tactile and Sensory Interactions
- Pediatric Pain Management Techniques
- Augmented Reality Applications
- Language Development and Disorders
- Plant Molecular Biology Research
- Bullying, Victimization, and Aggression
- Music Therapy and Health
- Intensive Care Unit Cognitive Disorders
- Functional Brain Connectivity Studies
- Writing and Handwriting Education
Brigham Young University
2014-2024
Washington State University Spokane
2024
University of Washington
2024
Kansas City University
2024
Freeman Health System
2024
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
2023
Public Health Institute
2023
University of Kansas
2009
Functional neuroimaging research in autism spectrum disorder has reported patterns of decreased long-range, within-network, and interhemispheric connectivity. Research also increased corticostriatal connectivity between-network for default attentional networks. Past studies have excluded individuals with low verbal cognitive performance (LVCP), so more significantly affected not yet been studied. This represents a critical gap our understanding brain function across the spectrum. Using...
The purpose of the study was to determine efficacy Class-Wide Function-Related Intervention Teams (CW-FIT) program for improving students’ on-task behavior, and increasing teacher recognition appropriate behavior. intervention is a group contingency classroom management consisting teaching reinforcing behaviors (i.e., getting teacher’s attention, following directions, ignoring inappropriate peers). Seventeen elementary schools, majority in urban culturally diverse communities, participated...
ABSTRACT The authors present an overview of how to implement the classwide function-based intervention team (CW-FIT) program. CW-FIT program is a multilevel group contingency that broadly addresses common functions problem behavior. considered classroom-level primary because it used with all students in class. For not responding primary-level intervention-group contingency, secondary-level or targeted interventions self-management and help-card procedures are implemented. Students do respond...
Children with emotional and behavioral disorders (E/BD) struggle to achieve social academic outcomes. Many studies have demonstrated self-management interventions be effective at reducing problem behavior increasing positive behaviors. Functional assessment (FBA) information may used in designing interventions. The purpose of this study was link procedures hypothesized function three children E/BD. Results that self-monitoring (SM) alone could enhanced using derived from FBA consequences...
Challenging behavior in preschool is a serious concern for teachers. Positive interventions and supports (PBIS) have been shown to be effective reducing such behaviors. Class-Wide Function-Related Intervention Teams (CW-FIT) specific multi-tiered intervention implementing classroom management strategies using PBIS practices. CW-FIT has elementary classrooms but not yet evaluated with younger age groups. Tier 1 group contingency utilizing social skills training, teacher praise, positive...
Schools continue to strive for the use of evidenced-based interventions and policies foster well-managed classrooms that promote improved student outcomes. The present study examined effects Class-Wide Function-related Intervention Teams (CW-FIT), a group contingency intervention, on on-task disruptive behavior elementary school students with or at risk emotional disorders (EBD). Seventeen schools, 159 general education teachers, 313 participated in randomized-control design study. Fidelity...
The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness a video-based instruction packet for teaching math-based vocational skills delivered through augmented reality (AR) three adults with intellectual disabilities. dependent variable percentage steps performed correctly solve each selected type math problem. independent intervention via AR, which modeled individual solving different multistep problems: (1) adjusting recipe serve number people, (2) calculating salary, and (3) unit...
Noncompliance in three elementary age students with intellectual disabilities was assessed using functional behavioral assessments. Escape identified as the primary function of behavior all students, and access to tangible items one a secondary function. Teacher-monitoring self-monitoring interventions were implemented within multiple baseline design across increase compliance. Results demonstrated that intervention effective increased compliance during teacher-monitoring conditions. These...
Delivering individualized learning interventions to students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is daunting for education professionals already stretched capacity meeting needs of all their students. Paraprofessionals (paraeducators) can assume integral roles in classroom support and management, but they may not be consistently trained delivery specialized intervention instructional methods. We looked at using the technology web-based video modeling additional brief, in-person verbal...
Cornelia de Lange Syndrome (CdLS) is due to mutations in the genes for structural and regulatory proteins that make up cohesin complex, considered a cohesinopathy disorder or, more recently, transcriptomopathy. New phenotypes have been recognized this expanding field. There are multiple clinical issues facing individuals with all forms of CdLS, particularly neurodevelopmental system, but also gastrointestinal, cardiac, musculoskeletal. Aspects developmental cell biology found common...
Repetitive self-injurious eye poking and stereotypic hand clapping were assessed in a child with autism hearing impairment. A functional behavioral assessment conducted to identify the variables maintaining eye-poking behaviors indicated automatic reinforcement. Choice environmental enrichment strategies implemented decrease motivating operations associated poking. Providing choice of toys hold his led greatest reductions both repetitive clapping. Three follow-up observations 9 months after...
Abstract Wastewater is a discarded human by-product but analyzing it may help us understand the health of communities. Epidemiologists first analyzed wastewater to track outbreaks poliovirus decades ago, so-called wastewater-based epidemiology was reinvigorated monitor SARS-CoV-2 levels. Current approaches overlook activity most viruses and preclude deeper understanding virome community dynamics. We conducted comprehensive sequencing-based analysis 363 longitudinal samples from ten distinct...
Disruptive student behavior, a common concern for teachers, presents particular challenges those who teach art. Class-Wide Function-Related Intervention Teams (CW-FIT) is multitiered intervention implementing effective classroom management strategies aligned with schoolwide positive behavior interventions and supports. CW-FIT has proven in general education classrooms, its emphasis on social skills instruction, teacher praise, group contingency, reinforcement. This first study of...
Abstract Writing is one of the primary skills that children learn in school. Interventions address performance deficits and skill have been shown to improve aspects elementary school children's writing. This study demonstrates performance‐based interventions (goal setting, feedback, contingent reward) a skill‐based intervention (instruction) on writing 10‐year‐old child. Results indicated increased number correctly spelled words, combination instructional complete sentences.
Classroom management in dual immersion classrooms includes unique challenges. The teacher must instruct and correct the L2 language, which students are beginning learners, effective classroom strategies appropriate to context. Class-Wide Function-Related Intervention Teams (CW-FIT) is a positive program that teaches social skills uses group contingencies improve behavior. present study examined ability of French teachers implement CW-FIT L2, including effects on praise reprimand rates as...
This study investigated the effects of varying opportunities to respond when using a behavior management program with three elementary school students developmental disabilities in small group special education setting.These exhibited both academic and behavioral difficulties.With implementation Class-Wide Function-Related Intervention Teams (CW-FIT) low (OTR), increased their active engagement correct responses, as well decreased disruptive behaviors.When CW-FIT high OTR was implemented,...
Abstract Cornelia de Lange Syndrome (CdLS) is the most common example of disorders cohesin complex, or cohesinopathies. There are a myriad clinical issues facing individuals with CdLS, particularly in neurodevelopmental system, which also have implications for parents and caretakers, involved professionals, therapists, schools. Basic research developmental cell biology on showing significant progress, improved understanding mechanisms possibility potential therapeutics. The following...
BACKGROUND: Social skills deficits may hinder learning, terminate relationships, and impede employment. Many individuals with autism intellectual disability experience difficulties in social judgement, emotional regulation, interpersonal rela