The DATA Model for Teaching

Preschoolers with Autism

by

Ilene Schwartz, Ph.D., BCBA-D

University of Washington Seattle

Julie Ashmun, M.Ed., BCBA

University of Washington Seattle

Bonnie McBride, Ph.D., BCBA-D

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Oklahoma City

Crista Scott, M.Ed., BCBA

University of Washington Seattle

and

Susan Sandall, Ph.D.

University of Washington Seattle

Table of Contents

About the Forms

v

About the Authors

vii

Preface

ix

Acknowledgments

xii

Section I: Fundamentals of the Project DATA Model

1. Introducing the DATA Model Approach . 3
2. Characteristics of a High-Quality Inclusive Early Childhood Program for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder . 9
3. Basic Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis . 19
4. Instructional Strategies to Facilitate Learning . 29
5. Determining What to Teach . 43
6. Writing and Using the Instructional Programs . 51
7. Teaching Project DATA Style . 69
8. Data-Based Decision Making . 79
9. Collaborating with Families and Other Partners . 95
10. Implementing Project DATA in Your Community . 109

Section II: Project DATA Instructional Programs

I. Adaptive . 118
II. Executive Functioning . 166
III. Cognitive . 212
IV. Communication . 264
V. Social . 332
VI. Play . 378
Glossary . 41

About the Forms

Purchasers of this book may download, print, and/or photocopy blank forms for educational use. These materials are included with the print book and are also available at www.brookespublishing.com/schwartz/materials for both print and e-book buyers.

About the Authors

Ilene Schwartz, Ph.D., BCBA-D, is Professor of Education at the University of Washington (UW) and the Director of the Haring Center for Research and Training in Inclusive Education at UW. Her primary interests include autism, inclusive education, and the sustainability of educational interventions.
Julie Ashmun, M.Ed., BCBA, is Director of the Professional Development Unit at the University of Washington’s Haring Center. Her interests focus on effective practices for professional development and researching children with neurodevelopmental delays.
Bonnie McBride, Ph.D., BCBA-D, is Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Oklahoma. Her expertise includes early childhood special education and applied behavior analysis, particularly for children with autism.
Crista Scott, M.Ed., BCBA, is involved in early childhood special education and professional development activities aimed at increasing the use of embedded teaching practices in classrooms.
Susan Sandall, Ph.D., is a Professor at the University of Washington, focusing on effective instructional practices for children with disabilities in inclusive settings.

SECTION II

Project DATA Instructional Programs

I. ADAPTIVE

Objective: In the presence of an open cup with liquid and told “Drink some _____” or “Take a drink,” or when thirsty, the child holds the cup, drinks from the cup, and places the cup back on the surface. Mastery criterion:

• 90% or higher correct responding for each set
• Minimum of 10 opportunities per day
• 2 consecutive teaching days
• No spilling

Generalization:

• People: At least two adults
• Settings: At least two settings
• Materials: At least three different cups

PROGRAMMING LOG

LESSON PLAN: Mealtime