Multiculturalism and Diversity in Applied Behavior Analysis

Bridging Theory and Application
2. Auflage 2024
ISBN: 978-1-032-51405-5
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 200 Seiten, Format (B × H): 253 mm x 178 mm, Gewicht: 382 g

This textbook provides a theoretical and clinical framework for addressing multiculturalism and diversity in the field of applied behavior analysis (ABA).

Featuring contributions from national experts, practicing clinicians, researchers, and academics which balance both a scholarly and practical perspective, this book guides the reader through theoretical foundations to clinical applications to help behavior analysts understand the impact of diversity in the ABA service delivery model. This fully updated second edition includes updates applicable to the new BACB® Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts. Chapters contain case studies, practice considerations, and discussion questions to aid further learning. Accompanying the book is an online test bank for students and instructors to assess the knowledge they have learned about various diversity topics.

This book is essential for graduate students and faculty in ABA programs, supervisors looking to enhance a supervisee’s understanding of working with diverse clients, and practicing behavior analysts in the field wanting to increase their awareness of working with diverse populations.

Zielgruppe

Postgraduate and Professional Practice & Development

Autoren/Hrsg.

Conners, Brian M.

Capell, Shawn Thomas

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychologische Disziplinen Angewandte Psychologie
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychologie / Allgemeines & Theorie Psychologische Theorie, Psychoanalyse Behaviourismus

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter 1: A Re-Introduction to Multiculturalism and Diversity Issues in the Field of Applied Behavior Analysis

Shawn T. Capell, M.S., BCBA, LABA Covenant 15:16, LLC & Brian Conners, Ph.D., BCBA, Felician University

Chapter 2: Promoting Health Equity in the Practice of Applied Behavior Analysis

Patricia Wright, Ph.D., MPH, BCBA-D, Proof Positive

Chapter 3: Paradigm Shifts: Cultivating Justice in Applied Behavior Analysis

Mawule A. Sevon, PhD, NCSP, BCBA, The Key Consulting Firm, LLC

Chapter 4: Culturally Responsive Practices Within Deaf and Hard of Hearing Populations

Jacqueline Wunderlich, MA, BCBA, LBA, Signs of Communication, LLC

Chapter 5: Culturally Responsive Practices in Adult Learners

Shawn Thomas Capell. M.S., BCBA., LBA-TX, Covenant 15:16, LLC

Vanessa Bethea-Miller, M.A., BCBA., LBS, Bethea-Miller Behavioral Consulting

Chapter 6: Culturally Responsive Organizational Behavior Management: Ensuring Organizational Equity

Natalie Parks, Ph.D., BCBA-D, IBA, Dr. Natalie Inc.

Chapter 7: Culturally Responsive Behavior Assessment: Considerations for Practitioners

Corina Jimenez-Gomez, Ph.D., BCBA-D, University of Florida &

Lauren Beaulieu, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LABA, Newton Public Schools

Chapter 8: Understanding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Higher Education: An Examination of Culturally Responsive Practices in ABA Graduate Training Programs

Brian Conners, Ph.D., BCBA, Felician University, Rebecca Van Ness, Felician University, and Matthew Cannon, Felician University

Chapter 9: The Ethics of Cultural Responsiveness: Implications for Practice and Professional Growth

Mary Jane Weiss, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LABA, Endicott College

Lisa M. Tereshko, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LABA, Endicott College

Kimberly Y. Edwards, M.Ed., CCC-SLP SIQS Consulting

Dominic Leong, M.Ed., BCBA, Endicott College

Chapter 10: Culturally Responsive Supervision Practices

Kimberly Edwards, M.Ed., CCC-SLP, SIQS Consulting

Ksenia S. Gatzunis, PhD, BCBA-D, LABA, Endicott College, Northeastern University, Simmons University

Adriana Rodriguez Diaz, MA, BCBA, LBA, First Light Behavioral Consultants

Mary Jane Weiss, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LABA, Endicott College

Chapter 11: Multiculturalism and Diversity Within ABA: Where Are We Now and Where Are We Going?

Brian Conners, Ph.D., BCBA, Felician University & Shawn T. Capell, M.S., BCBA, LABA Covenant 15:16, LLC

Über Autor(innen)

Brian M. Conners, Ph.D., BCBA, is a New Jersey Department of Education certified school psychologist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. He currently serves as the Dean for the School of Education at Felician University, New Jersey, where he is also a Professor in their applied behavior analysis graduate program. His areas of research interest include culturally responsive practices, ethics, and supervision in behavior analysis.

Shawn Thomas Capell, M.S., BCBA, LBA, holds a Master of Science degree in psychology with a specialized focus in applied behavior analysis (ABA) and is presently pursuing a Ph.D. in the same field. Concurrently managing a full-time professional role, he assumes the pivotal roles of Owner and Executive Director at Covenant 15:16 LLC. His clinical and research pursuits encompass areas such as parent/staff training and multicultural and diversity considerations within the ABA field.