Including the Functional Behavioral Assessment Technology in Schools.

Sugai, George; Horner, Robert H.

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Publication Date: 2000

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Including the Functional Behavioral Assessment Technology in Schools.

Sugai, George; Horner, Robert H.

Exceptionality, v8 n3 p145-48 1999-2000

This introductory article to a special series discusses requirements under the 1997 amendments to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to base behavioral intervention planning and positive behavioral support on information obtained through a functional behavioral assessment (FBA) process. The lack of guidance on FBAs and strategies for preventing FBA misrules are addressed. (Contains three references.) (CR)

Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Compliance (Legal), Court Litigation, Disabilities, Educational Legislation, Educational Planning, Elementary Secondary Education, Federal Legislation, Functional Behavioral Assessment, Individualized Education Programs, Student Evaluation

Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Laws, Policies, & Programs: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Amendments 1997

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