A-B-C Analysis of Target Behaviors

Time

Antecedent

Behavior

Consequences

Identify the target behavior:

Name and describe the behavior. (2-3 sentences)

Identify the trigger of the challenging behavior:

Name the situation.

(1-2 sentences)

Identify the consequences that seem to maintain the behavior:

List and explain

(2-3 sentences)

Identify the function this behavior serves for the child:

(2-3 sentences)

List the data collection methods that would offer the most information:

*Hint* These are listed in the module.

(Include as many as necessary)

Discuss one DIFFERENT replacement behavior for Joseph:

*hint* This must be different than what Ms. Rollison has included.

Name and discuss why you think this will work.

(2-3 sentences)

Identify the data collection method that will work for your replacement behavior:

Name and explain why you think this will work.

(2-3 sentences)

Explain why you think Joseph makes sarcastic, teasing comments during class (be sure to justify your response):

*Hint* Review the “Functions of Behavior” chart for Joseph (page 7 of the IRIS Module)

(2-3 sentences)

Explain whether or not you think the intervention that Ms. Rollison is using with Joseph is working:

*Hint* Review the charts on page 12 of the IRIS Module

(2-3 sentences)

Discuss what you think happened during Observation #6. Offer three possible explanations.

(3-5 sentences)

Discuss the most important thing Ms. Rollison has done to change Joseph’s behavior:

(3-5 sentences)

Would you involve Joseph’s parents? Why or why not?

2-3 sentences

Going forward, what is the one thing Ms. Rollison should do to encourage positive behavior from Joseph?

(3-5 sentences)

Who could Ms. Rollison ask for support in this situation?

Name and list

(1-2 sentences)

Do you think you would be able to handle Joseph’s behavior? Why or why not?

(3-5 sentences)