Replacement Behavior
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An appropriate, desired behavior that is taught to a student as an alternative to a challenging behavior. The replacement behavior should serve the same function as the problem behavior. For example, teaching a student to raise their hand instead of calling out (both serve the function of gaining attention).
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A written plan based on an FBA that describes the strategies, supports, and interventions to address a student's challenging behavior. A BIP should include preventive strategies, replacement behaviors to teach, response strategies, and a plan for monitoring effectiveness. It becomes part of the IEP.
Explicit instruction in social interaction skills such as turn-taking, reading body language, starting conversations, understanding perspectives, and resolving conflicts. Social skills training is often included in the IEP for students with autism, emotional disturbance, or other disabilities that affect social functioning. It can be delivered individually, in small groups, or embedded in the school day.
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