Welcome to the BEST OF the Behavior Education Connection!In this classic episode, we get down to business to address an all-too-common situation for behavior analysts practicing in public schools- the need to repair relationships and make plans to move forward in the interest of collaboration.Our guest for this episode is Lauren Vetere from the VCU Autism Center for Education (VCU-ACE).We'll discuss:-Strategies to gather facts and prepare for future collaboration;-Ways to deal with difficult scenarios where an immediate resolution may not be possible;-Real talk ways to ensure communication efforts are better received; And more!For more information, check out the Virginia Public Schools Behavior Analyst Website: https://sites.google.com/odu.edu/vapsban/homeGuest Speaker:Lauren Vetere, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Lauren is a Training and Technical Assistance Associate at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Autism Center for Excellence (VCU-ACE). She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and holds a graduate certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from George Mason University. Lauren earned her master’s degree in Special Education from the University of Pittsburgh. Mrs. Vetere also received her Educational Leadership endorsement from the University of Mary Washington. She has worked previously as a division-wide Autism and Behavior Specialist, Special Education Teacher, and Training Coordinator. Mrs. Vetere has experience working with individuals with disabilities from preschool to adulthood in both public and private settings.Host:Selena J. Layden, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Disorders and Special Education at Old Dominion University. Dr. Layden earned her doctorate degree from the College of William & Mary in Education Policy, Planning, and Leadership with an emphasis in Special Education Administration and her master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from St. Cloud State University in Minnesota. Prior to joining the faculty at ODU, Dr. Layden worked in multiple school divisions focusing on challenging behavior and children with autism spectrum disorder. She was also the Assistant Director of Training at the Autism Center for Excellence at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Layden’s research interests focus on autism spectrum disorder, providing effective professional development for school personnel, and improving the implementation of evidence-based practices in schools.Music:Finding Peace by Remember the Future, from Shutterstock Music
