Overview

This introductory module explains what Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is, why it is important, how it works, and considerations for implementing PBIS in early childhood. This module also includes a guide for how the information is presented and in what order, what tools participants will use throughout the content, and how to get the most out of this experience.

Estimated Time to Complete: 1 1/2 hours

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand how this course is arranged and will discuss each core component of PBIS
  • Understand what Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is and what the unique considerations are for early childhood (preschool through grade 3)
  • Understand how the science of behavior is connected to PBIS
  • Understand why PBIS is unique
  • Identify the people who are involved in implementing PBIS
  • Identify the elements of PBIS
  • Understand the role data-based decision-making processes play in PBIS
  • Understand why PBIS is important
  • Jillian Alli, MSEd, BCBA, Consultant, State Support Team Region 3
  • Debbi Bailey, MEd, LSW Consultant, State Support Team Region 9
  • Rebecca Brinkman-Clayman, MEd-Sped, MEd-Edl, Consultant, State Support Team Region 10
  • Krista Dickens, M.Ed., Consultant, State Support Team Region 4
  • Tom Hanicak, Regional Field Coordinator
  • Kathryn Jillson, M.A., CCC-SLP, Consultant, State Support Team Region 3
  • Alexis Kirk, M.Ed., Consultant, State Support Team Region 14
  • Tom Main, Consultant, State Support Team Region 7
  • Michelle Smith, M.Ed., Consultant, State Support Team Region 8
  • Margie Spino, Ph.D. Education Program Specialist, Ohio Department of Children and Youth

Additional Documents

An Introduction to the Framework Notetaker

EC PBIS Classroom Implementation Tool

TFI EC Companion Guide Walkthrough Tool

This module has received the Ohio Approved (OA) Designation; however, it is only offered for completion of the modules on this website.

To receive credit, please enter your Ohio Professional Registry OPIN in your Profile. If you do not know your OPIN, or you need to create one so that you receive Ohio-approved training, visit occrra.org. When you have completed an approved module, you will submit it to OCCRRA by following the prompts provided. If you have any questions about this credit, please email CEU_info@ocali.org.

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