Play Schemas belongs in serious BCBA study because it shapes whether behavior-analytic decisions stay useful once they leave a clean training example and enter case conceptualization, intervention design, staff training, and literature-informed problem solving. In Play Schemas, for this course, the practical stakes show up in stronger conceptual consistency and better translational decision making, not in abstract discussion alone.
Provider: Soar Autism Center
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Join Free →Designed for professionals working with young autistic children, this 50-minute webinar explores how play schemas- repetitive play patterns that reflect how children explore and understand the world- can be leveraged to foster meaningful learning opportunities. Rather than viewing these behaviors as rigid or limiting, participants will learn how to reframe play schemas as valuable insights into a child's thinking and developmental progress. Through real-world examples, participants will discover practical strategies to embed individualized learning objectives into play-based routines while respecting each child's unique interests and motivations. The session will also cover how to adapt adult-child interactions to maximize engagement, increase social reciprocity, and support skill development in a fun and naturalistic way. By the end of the webinar, professionals will have a deeper understanding of how to assess, interpret, and build upon play schemas to create enriched learning experiences grounded in evidence-based NDBI strategies. Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of the Play Patterns Inventory (PPI) - a valuable tool to support their practice in identifying and utilizing play schemas effectively.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB | 1 | General |
Dig into the research behind this topic — plain-English summaries written for BCBAs.
280 research articles with practitioner takeaways
279 research articles with practitioner takeaways
258 research articles with practitioner takeaways
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All behavior-analytic intervention is individualized. The information on this page is for educational purposes and does not constitute clinical advice. Treatment decisions should be informed by the best available published research, individualized assessment, and obtained with the informed consent of the client or their legal guardian. Behavior analysts are responsible for practicing within the boundaries of their competence and adhering to the BACB Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts.