Teaching children HOW to learn

Suggested Websites
Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies
The Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies is a nonprofit organization that harnesses the expertise of hundreds of behavioral scientists to solve problems in the home, school, community, and the workplace.
Hoosier Association for Behavior Analysis
The purpose of the Hoosier Association for Behavior Analysis is to facilitate humane, ethical and effective behavioral practices in academic, research, home, school, clinic, community, and other settings.  HABA is Indiana’s state chapter of the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI)
Association for Behavior Analysis International
The Association for Behavior Analysis International® (ABAI) is a nonprofit membership organization with the mission to contribute to the well-being of society by developing, enhancing, and supporting the growth and vitality of the science of behavior analysis through research, education, and practice.
The Behavior Analysts Certification Board
The Behavior Analyst Certification Board®, Inc. (BACB®) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation established in 1998 to meet professional credentialing needs identified by behavior analysts, governments, and consumers of behavior analysis services.
Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis
The Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis(JABA) is a psychology journal that publishes research about applications of the experimental analysis of behavior to problems of social importance.
Journal of the Experimental Analysis of Behavior
The Journal of the Experimental Analysis of Behavior(JEAB) is a psychology journal primarily for the original publication of experiments relevant to the behavior of individual organisms.
Autism Internet Modules
The Autism Internet Modules were developed with one aim in mind: to make comprehensive, up-to-date, and usable information on autism accessible and applicable to educators, other professionals, and families who support individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Written by experts from across the U.S., all online modules are free, and are designed to promote understanding of, respect for, and equality of persons with ASD.
Association for Science in Autism Treatment
ASAT is a not-for-profit organization of parents and professionals committed to improving the education, treatment, and care of people with autism. Since ASAT was established in 1998, it has been our goal to work toward adopting higher standards of accountability for the care, education and treatment of all individuals with autism.
National Autism Center (NAC)
The National Autism Center is May Institute's center for the promotion of evidence-based practice. It is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) by providing reliable information, promoting best practices, and offering comprehensive resources for families, practitioners, and communities.
The National Professional Development Center on ASD (NPDC)
The National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders is a multi-university center to promote the use of evidence-based practice for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders.
Association for Behavior Analysis International
An article “Consumer Guidelines for Identifying, Selecting, and Evaluating Behavior Analysts Working with Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders” by the Autism Special Interest Group (SIG) by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI).

Dr. Carl Sundberg (Executive Director) has created this list of approved resources to provide greater understanding of autism and related spectrum disorders, applied behavior analysis (ABA), Skinner’s analysis of verbal behavior, local support services, and many other important subjects.

Colleague Websites
Books
Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP) - Sundberg, Mark L.
The VB-MAPP is a criterion-referenced assessment tool, curriculum guide, and skill tracking system that is designed for children with autism, and other individuals who demonstrate language delays. The VB-MAPP is based on B.F. Skinner’s (1957) analysis of verbal behavior, established developmental milestones, and research from the field of behavior analysis.
Applied Behavior Analysis  - Cooper, J.O., Heron, T.E. & Heward, W.L.
Applied Behavior Analysis provides a complete description of the principles and procedures needed to systematically change socially significant behavior and to understand the reasons for that change. This comprehensive text, appropriate for courses in basic principles, applications, and behavioral research methods, helps students, educators, and practitioners appreciate and begin to acquire the conceptual and technical skills necessary to foster socially adaptive behavior in diverse individuals.
Behavior Modification: What it is and how to do it - Martin, G.L. & Pear, J.J.
Behavior Modification: What It Is and How to Do It assumes no specific prior knowledge about psychology or behavior modification on the part of the reader. Those who want to know how to apply behavior modification to their everyday concerns—from helping children learn life’s necessary skills to solving some of their own personal behavior problems—will find the text useful.
Don’t Shoot the Dog - Pryor, K.
Now Karen Pryor clearly explains the  underlying principles of behavioral training and through  numerous fascinating examples reveals how this art  can be applied to virtually any common situation.  And best of all, she tells how to do it without  yelling threats, force, punishment, guilt trips--or  shooting the dog. 8 methods for putting an end to  all kinds of undesirable behavior. The 10 laws of  "shaping" behavior--for results without strain  or pain through "affection training."  How to combat your own addictions to alcohol,  drugs, cigarettes, overheating or whatever, how to deal  with such difficult problems as a moody spouse, an  impossible teen, or an aged parent.
Teaching Language to Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities - Sundberg, M.L. & Partington, J.W.
This book provides an easy to understand introduction to Skinner s analysis of language (i.e., mands, tacts, & intraverbals) with easy to follow examples of everyday language skills demonstrated by children. The book contains a brief language assessment system; the Behavioral Language Assessment Form (BLAF) that will give parents and teachers a quick overview of a child s language skills (see the VB-MAPP for a more thorough assessment).
Quick Tips - Behavioral Strategies - Behavior Analysts, Inc.
The Verbal Behavior Approach - Barbera, M. & Rasmussen, T.
I Want to be Like You - Breeding, Travis
"With a combination of personal experiences, information about Asperger's and the autism spectrum, and Travis's observations and advice, "I Want to be Like You" proves to be a perfect tool to help readers who are on the spectrum, are helping someone on the spectrum, or just want to understand what this relatively new diagnosis is to bridge the gap between autistic and neurotypical individuals."