Connecting Dots Behavioural Services Inc.
1-6620 Kitimat Road L5N2B8 Mississauga, ON, Canada

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Connecting to...communication! How many of you get the same answer every day when you pick up your child from school and ask "How was your day". By simply changing the expectation and reframing our question, we can receive more quality responses that lead to more conversation and bonding! . . Who made you laugh today? What did you eat for lunch? ... Did you have recess inside or outside? What was the name of the book you read today? Who was the line leader today? . . #connectingdots #ABA #behavior #behaviour #behaviouranalysis #behavioranalysis #bcba #bcaba #autism #adhd #behavior #behaviour #rbt See more

Connecting to..quote of the day! How can we lead to positive life outcomes... its simple - behaviour change. These are measurable and observable changes that you or with the support of others, can do to make life fulfilling. . . Examples of outcomes: Being able to make choices... Having access to more rewards Avoiding harm and danger Developing meaningful relationships Having diversified experiences to develop interests . . #connectingdots #ABA #behavior #behaviour #behaviouranalysis #behavioranalysis #bcba #bcaba #autism #adhd #behavior #behaviour #rbt #communication See more

Connecting to...requesting tips! Requesting is a "must have" skill and it's important that when are are teaching this skill it produces meaningful outcomes. Here are 2 tips: . . . Motivation: We can create try to increase motivation by limiting access, limiting quality or quality of the items but if the motivation is not there, try moving onto something else ... Functionality: We can create opportunities by setting up the environment for requests but try not to compromise independence . . . #connectingdots #ABA #behavior #behaviour #behaviouranalysis #behavioranalysis #bcba #bcaba #autism #adhd #behavior #behaviour #rbt #communication See more

Connecting to...play skills! When starting to teach play skills its important to keep it simple and engaging. Here are 6 tips to get started: . . . Imitate actions: Copy the learner's movements and sounds ... Pair words/sounds: As you copy movements, start to pair simple sounds and words Introduce new actions: Slowly introduce some new actions and sounds that tie into the theme of play Build anticipation: Start an action or phrase and wait for a reaction. "Here comes the train.. chugga chugga...cho-" Use different tones: Build up the anticipation using your voice or different characters with your voice Use nonvocal body language: Use exaggerated facial expressions and gestures to capture interest . . . #connectingdots #ABA #behavior #behaviour #behaviouranalysis #behavioranalysis #bcba #bcaba #autism #adhd #behavior #behaviour #rbtz

Connecting to...reinforcement! There are a number of reasons why reinforcement fails. Here are 3 ways you can try to increase the value: . . . Increase Time: Let the learner have a few extra minutes on the trampoline... Increase Quantity: Maybe they need a few extra cars, or m&m's to motivate them Increase Intensity/Size: Bringing more excitement and boldness to current reinforcers . . . #connectingdots #ABA #behavior #behaviour #behaviouranalysis #behavioranalysis #bcba #bcaba #autism #adhd #behavior #behaviour #rbt #pain #communication See more

Connecting to...communication tips! Teaching learners how to identify pain is a must-have skill in order to meet the needs of the learner and provide relief to parents/caregivers. Here are 2 important tips: . . Model: As an observer of an event such as bumping head or biting tongue, model generalized phrases such as "ouch" or "hurt" Label: Identify the specific event "You bumped your head!"... . . These strategies can be useful for unpleasant events including pain, itch & temperature changes . . #connectingdots #ABA #behavior #behaviour #behaviouranalysis #behavioranalysis #bcba #bcaba #autism #adhd #behavior #behaviour #rbt #pain #communication See more

Connecting to...skill development. Ever ask yourself why can’t they do it? . . . Skill Deficit: Can’t do meaning physical barrier or lack of prerequisite skills. How to help: Break goals into smaller steps, and support with prompts as needed.... Performance Deficit: Won’t do meaning can do under certain contexts due to motivation or the level of reward. How to help: Use rewards more frequently and quicker at first. . . . #connectingdots #ABA #behavior #behaviour #behaviouranalysis #behavioranalysis #bcba #bcaba #autism #adhd #behavior #behaviour #rbt

Connecting to...communication skills! There are many things to consider when teaching communication, however it's very important to consider the individual's foundational skills before selecting a functional communication training model. . . Have they paired with you? Are they willing to cooperate and responding to your presence in some ways? Can they imitate? Are they copying the way you play? The way you move? Where you go? ... Can they tell you what they want or need? How do they do it and can it be understood by most people? . . Once you have these 3 foundations you can start to develop a learner profile and select the best methods for teaching communication! . . #connectingdots #aba #bcba #bcaba #rbt #behaviourchange #behaviour #behavior #behaviouranalyst #behavioranalysis #behaviourscience See more

Connecting to...Joint Attention! Joint attention is a "must have" skill. Why is it so important? It outlines the foundational skills that are necessary for: . . Listening and following instructions Responding in a group setting... Playing cooperatively with peers Observing complex routines and following them . . #connectingdots #aba #bcba #bcaba #rbt #behaviourchange #behaviour #behavior #behaviouranalyst #behavioranalysis #behaviourscience

Connecting to...virtual learning! Our team has learned how to get creative and tech savvy using these amazing tools. You can set up your very own virtual model using the following: . . Boom learning: For various types of visuals and visual activities. Zoom: For virtual conferencing, with options to share screens, whiteboard, remote control, poll, breakout and so much more!... Google slides: For creating lesson plans, projects, workshops, visuals etc. Routine factory: For creating daily schedules and calendars. Youtube: For video models and watching favourite shows or listening to music! . . #connectingdots #aba #bcba #bcaba #rbt #behaviourchange #behaviour #behavior #behaviouranalyst #behavioranalysis #behaviourscience See more

Connecting to...imitation skills! One of the important foundations to communication. Imitation skills can be taught in phases. It's very helpful to begin teaching imitation in the context of play, and then move to more natural routines such as getting ready for school. See some of the phases below: . . 1 Actions with objects: Stacking blocks, scooping with spoon, drinking from cup 2 Motor movements: Clapping hands, jumping, rolling arms ... 3 Actions in context: Knock on the door, tuck in your chair, turn on the light 4 Fine motor actions: Pushing a button, rolling playdoh, squeeze a toy 5Multiple step instructions: Turn off light/close door, sit down/open book . . #connectingdots #aba #bcba #bcaba #rbt #behaviourchange #behaviour #behavior #behaviouranalyst #behavioranalysis #behaviourscience See more