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Michelle Vinokurov
Aug 15, 20221 min read
Advice from an Autistic Paraprofessional
Entering 4th school year as a paraprofessional As you all know, I wear many hats because I work more than one job. I have been a...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Mar 10, 20222 min read
Importance of Reading
I was a guest reader for my classroom at work for Florida Literacy Week back in January 2022! Did you know this week was Read Across...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Mar 8, 20222 min read
Functional Behavior Assessments
What are functional behavior assessments (FBAs)? Functional behavior assessments (FBAs) are a systematic process for figuring out the...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Feb 10, 20222 min read
Verbal Operants
What are verbal operants? Verbal operants are kinds of verbal behaviors people demonstrate. These verbal behaviors in Applied Behavior...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Feb 1, 20221 min read
Task Analysis
What is task analysis? A task analysis is an approach for teaching complex skills by breaking them down into manageable steps. Here is an...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Jan 11, 20222 min read
Debunking Myths About ABA
As you may know, I was diagnosed with autism at the age of two. I received early interventions, including ABA, until the age of 8. Now as...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Jan 4, 20222 min read
New Year, New Start!
Can you believe it is 2022? The picture I posted demonstrates a new chapter in life. My family and I are beginning the new year in our...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Dec 21, 20212 min read
Holiday Tips 2021
Do you enjoy the holiday season? The holidays can be a great time for families. Although, it can be stressful for individuals on the...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Dec 14, 20211 min read
Interview with Kay King on Working as a BCBA
What is a BCBA? A BCBA is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst who works in various settings and applies principles of Applied Behavior...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Nov 30, 20211 min read
Throwback Tuesday
Do you the like feeling when your former work or company still remembers you? I'm kicking off the end of this month with a throwback...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Nov 23, 20211 min read
Happy Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Many people love Thanksgiving for all of the fun activities with family and eating lots of great...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Nov 16, 20212 min read
Differential Reinforcement
This past week for my Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) part one course in college, I learned about differential reinforcement. Also, I...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Nov 1, 20211 min read
School-Wide Positive Behavior Support (SWPBS)
Not only is response-to-intervention used in schools, but so is school-wide positive behavior support (SWPBS). So, what is school-wide...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Oct 26, 20211 min read
Halloween for Autistic Children
It looks like Halloween will be happening in person this year! We all know that Halloween is a fun holiday of dressing up in costumes and...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Oct 18, 20211 min read
Response-To-Intervention (RTI)
What is response-to-intervention (RTI)? Response-to-Intervention (RTI) is a multi-tiered model approach with interventions and services...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Oct 11, 20211 min read
Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
What is picture exchange communication system? Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is a functional communication system which...
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Michelle Vinokurov
Sep 27, 20211 min read
Interview with Sara Bradford on Inclusion
What is inclusion? Inclusion is focusing on the needs of every individual and ensuring rights are in place for people to achieve their...
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