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Worry. Sadness. Grief. Overwhelmed. Isolated. Confused. Anger. Anxiety. These are just a handful of emotions I have heard (or felt) first-hand and read on social media within the last two weeks. As humans, and in a world of social media and anonymity,  emotions can be expressed all too easily.  Let's face it, EMPATHY is HARD, but a necessary skill to practice on a daily basis. Join Dr. Scott...

Join Operant Innovations as we talk to Dr. Florence DiGennaro Reed about the history behind and the current programs at The University of Kansas and the plethora of opportunities in this midwest state (the midwest may not be what you expect)! Contact Information: Dr. Florence DiGennaro Reed - fdreed@ku.edu Additional Links: Department of Applied Behavioral Science @ KU - https://absc.ku.edu/

So you have questions about training in OBM? We have heard your questions and Ryan Curran and Dr. Allison King are here to answer those! Ryan and Allison will also be describing the current OBM Applied course and how the [BRAND NEW] OBM Specialist Certificate has taken your feedback and created this new certificate program! If you are interested in learning more or want to sign up for the OBM Spec...

Join Dr. Scott Geller as he introduces the Actively Caring for People (AC4P) movement and how wearing the COVID Mask is showing that you actively care for people. Dr. Geller will answer questions regarding the following two articles: The COVID-19 facemask: More of a ‘helpie’ than a ‘selfie’ Preventing Injuries Versus COVID-19: A Critical Distinction - Join Dr. Geller every other Friday for a new e...

Join Operant Innovations as we talk with Dr. Laura Dudley about how Northeastern University is going out of their way to individualize their online program to each and every one of their students. Contact Information: Dr. Laura Dudley - l.dudley@northeastern.edu Additional Links: Northeastern University MS ABA - https://www.northeastern.edu/graduate/program/master-of-science-in-applied-behavior-an...

Join us on Friday, August 14 as Operant Innovations premieres the new Actively Caring for People (AC4P) with Dr. Scott Geller! https://www.gellerac4p.org/ For questions, comments, feedback, or suggesstions reach out to us as operantinnovations@abatechnologies.com 

This month on Operant Innovations - Thought Leaders, we are sitting down and speaking with Dr. Wayne Fuqua about his history shaped him into the behavior analyst he is today and a chance encounter that could have changed the future of the field of behavior analysis as we know it. If you have question, feedback, or suggestions, please contact us at operantinnovations@abatechnologies.com .

Join Maasa Nishimuta & Sean Will on the Constructional Approach to Animal Welfare & Training Podcast . Get the latest information to help build stronger relationships with our animal companions, enhance training, assist shelter animals, and address other important issues relating to animal welfare and training. If you are like us who love, live, and work with animals, this is the show for...

We often see the question, "What can you do with a behavior analysis degree outside of clinical work?" Well, the short answer is... A LOT! Join Reggie Seecharan, a recent graduate of Florida Institute of Technology, as he speaks about landing an internship at NASA and then a job at Amazon. If you have questions, comments, feedback, or suggestions, please reach out to us at operantinnovat...

Join Operant Innovations as we talk with Dr. Tracy Lepper about the unique research and practical undergraduate opportunities at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University in Baton Rouge, LA. Contact Information: Dr. Tracy Lepper - Tracy. Lepper@Franu.edu Additional Links: FranU Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Certificate - https://franu.edu/academics/academic-programs/applied-behavior-analysi...

Janis Allen answers three burning questions regarding  leadership skills (1) what do people think when they see you coming, (2) is there a recognition blackhole, and (3) should we use the sandwich method?  For more from Janis Allen on leadership, delegating, authority, employee engagement, and goal setting follow THIS LINK! If you have questions, comments, feedback, or suggestions - please reach o...

Join Operant Innovations as we talk with Dr. Laura Hanratty about the unique program and practical opportunities at Elms College. Contact Information: Dr. Laura Hanratty - hanrattyl@elms.edu Additional Links: Elms MS in ABA - https://www.elms.edu/graduate-studies/autism-spectrum-disorders/ms-in-applied-behavior-analysis/

This month on Operant Innovations - Thought Leaders, we are back with Dr. Stephanie Peterson as she answers the questions "Where do you see the field going?" and/or "Where would she like to see the field go?" If you have question, feedback, or suggestions, please contact us at operantinnovations@abatechnologies.com .

Evelyn Kendall is currently a graduate student in Organizational Behavior Management (OBM) and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) at Florida Institute of Technology. She brings her background as a teacher to behavior analysis to "behavioralize" common tools used by educators.  On this episode she will introduce Growth Mindset. Where it is used and how behavior analysts can benefit by steppi...

Join Operant Innovations as we talk with Dr. Tom Byrne about the unique undergraduate research opportunities at MCLA. Contact Information: Dr. Tom Byrne - T.Byrne@mcla.edu Research Work by Students: A Comparison of Resetting and Nonresetting Contingencies in Progressive-Duration Schedules Analysis of Short Lever-Press Durations in Rats Responding Under a Fixed-Duration Schedule Histamine Alters En...

Part 3 - Issues of Multicultural Diversity in the Ethical Practice of Applied Behavior Analysis Dr. Danielle DeLong discusses how socioeconomic status can influence our work as behavior analysts by setting up a familiar client scenario. Dr. Angela Capuano lists resources and then we finish with a short Q&A and discussion. Download the PowerPoint here. If you have questions, comments, or feedba...

Part 2 - Issues of Multicultural Diversity in the Ethical Practice of Applied Behavior Analysis  Dr. Kim Killu continues to expand on multicultural diversity with respects to religious practices, professional competence, and the ethical requirements that behavior analysts must abide by.   Download the PowerPoint here. If you have questions, comments, or feedback - reach out at operantinnovations@a...

Part 1 - Issues of Multicultural Diversity in the Ethical Practice of Applied Behavior Analysis Dr. Angela Capuano discusses how it is our responsibility as Behavior Analysts to ensure we are continuously learning and educating ourselves to ensure we are providing the best services we can. Dr. Capuano also gives a case presentation and shows how to work cultural competence into a very familiar sit...

Starting next week on Monday, June 8 we will be releasing a three-part series titled Considering Issues of Multicultural Diversity in the Ethical Practice of Applied Behavior Analysis with Dr. Angela Capuano, Dr. Kim Killu, and Dr. Danielle DeLong. Listen on Monday, Wednesday,  & Friday at Noon!

This month on Operant Innovations - Thought Leaders, we are sitting down and speaking with Dr. Stephanie Peterson about her history, how she came to the field, and how she got to where she is today through some serendipitous early life experiences.  If you have question, feedback, or suggestions, please contact us at operantinnovations@abatechnologies.com .

Join Operant Innovations as we talk with Dr. Claire St. Peter about the plethora of undergraduate and graduate opportunities at West Virginia University. Contact Information: Dr. Claire St. Peter - claire.stpeter@mail.wvu.edu Additional Links: WVU Behavior Analysis - https://psychology.wvu.edu/

Janis Allen briefly discusses how changing the way we practice employee feedback and expectations can increase productivity and morale.   Want to learn more? Take Janis Allen's courses: Responsibility, Authority and Delegating for Supervisors and Performance Scorecards: Design, Implementation and Reinforcement Similar Course -  Leading Lean/Six Sigma in Healthcare: Making the Changes Last - M...

The first installment in The Path to Gold Series! Join Chauntae Gold as she dives into the term "habit" and how it has become the new buzz word throughout the fitness industry, where our health as a society is heading, and the science on how poor habits are formed. Follow Chauntae on Instagram @thepathtogold or Check out her website https://www.thepathtogold.com/

Over the past couple months, the United States, has been in a stage of social non-engagement. This does not mean we have to be cut off from our friends, families, or colleagues. Janis Allen briefly discusses how she and her colleagues came up with a creative way to engage with their audience by using her 5 Steps to Engage and Motivate Employees. Take Janis Allens Course - 5 Steps to Engage and Mot...

Join Operant Innovations as we talk with Dr. Karen Lionello-DeNolf about the undergraduate and graduate opportunities at Assumption College. Contact Information: Dr. Karen Lionello-DeNolf - k.lionellodenolf@assumption.edu Additional Links: Assumption College - https://www.assumption.edu/graduate/applied-behavior-analysis