Behavior Assessment, Plans, and Positive Supports

What is a student trying to communicate with his or her behavior? Why is a student exhibiting challenging behavior? Behavioral assessments can help you answer that question. They also are helpful in developing a behavioral intervention plan that reduces problem behavior, including positive behavior supports.  This issue of NASET’s Classroom Management series focuses on these three elements:  conducting behavioral assessments, developing behavior plans, and providing positive behavior supports.  The resources listed below from the Center for Parent Information and Resources aren’t exhaustive of all those available, but they will certainly get you started and connect you with lots of other useful information.