Welcome to the Behavior Education Connection!In this episode, we talk about the vital role that networking and professional organizations can play in the ongoing support and professional growth of school-based behavior analysts.Our guests for this episode are Tyra P. Sellars, CEO of the Association of Professional Behavior Analysts, and Dawn Bailey, President of the Board of Directors for the Association of Professional Behavior Analysts. Additional biographical information for both guests is available on the APBA website at https://www.apbahome.net/.We'll discuss:-Benefits of joining various types of professional organizations-Ways to maximize your involvement at any stage in your career or experience-Maximizing networking opportunitiesAnd more!For more information, check out the Virginia Public Schools Behavior Analyst Website: https://sites.google.com/odu.edu/vapsban/homeThe Association of Professional Behavior Analysts (APBA) has not reviewed or approved the content of this podcast. The APBA does not endorse or sponsor this podcast and is not otherwise affiliated with this podcast. Additional resources mentioned in this episode: https://www.apbahome.net/recurring-events https://www.apbahome.net/events/ Becerra, L.A., Sellers, T.P. & Contreras, B.P. Maximizing the Conference Experience: Tips to Effectively Navigate Academic Conferences Early in Professional Careers. Behav Analysis Practice 13, 479–491 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-019-00406-w Article available at: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40617-019-00406-wHost:Selena J. Layden, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Human Movement Studies 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 providing effective professional development for school personnel, improving the implementation of evidence-based practices in schools, particularly for students with autism spectrum disorder, and school-based behavior analysts.Music:Finding Peace by Remember the Future, from Shutterstock Music
