Behavioral Intervention Plans (Elementary): Developing a Plan to Address Student Behavior

PD Hours: 2

This module explores the steps for developing a behavioral intervention plan. It includes identifying appropriate behaviors to replace the interfering behavior, selecting and implementing interventions that address the function of the behavior, monitoring students’ responses to the interventions, and making adjustments based on the data.

By completing this module’s Perspectives & Resources section and reviewing its accompanying activities, the learner will be able to:

• Recognize the essential components and the benefits of a behavioral intervention plan
• State the four primary functions of behavior
• Identify a replacement behavior that serves the same function as the target behavior
• Choose a function-based intervention that addresses the student’s individualized needs and the function of the target behavior
• Explain considerations for implementing behavioral interventions and different ways to monitor student progress
• Examine progress monitoring data to determine whether an intervention should be continued with or without adjustments