2nd Edition
Multiculturalism and Diversity in Applied Behavior Analysis Bridging Theory and Application
This textbook provides a theoretical and clinical framework for addressing multiculturalism and diversity in the field of applied behavior analysis (ABA).
Featuring contributions from national experts, practicing clinicians, researchers, and academics that balance both a scholarly yet practical perspective, this book guides the reader through theoretical foundations to clinical applications to help behavior analysts understand the impact of diversity in the ABA service delivery model. This fully updated second edition includes updates applicable to the new BACB® Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts. Chapters contains case studies, practice considerations, and discussion questions to aid further learning. Accompanying the book is an online test bank for students and instructors to assess the knowledge they have learned about various diversity topics.
This book is essential for graduate students and faculty in ABA programs, supervisors looking to enhance a supervisee’s understanding of working with diverse clients and practicing behavior analysts in the field wanting to increase their awareness of working with diverse populations.
Chapter 1: A Re-Introduction to Multiculturalism and Diversity Issues in the Field of Applied Behavior Analysis
Shawn T. Capell, M.S., BCBA, LABA Covenant 15:16, LLC & Brian Conners, Ph.D., BCBA, Felician University
Chapter 2: Promoting Health Equity in the Practice of Applied Behavior Analysis
Patricia Wright, Ph.D., MPH, BCBA-D, Proof Positive
Chapter 3: Paradigm Shifts: Cultivating Justice in Applied Behavior Analysis
Mawule A. Sevon, PhD, NCSP, BCBA, The Key Consulting Firm, LLC
Chapter 4: Culturally Responsive Practices Within Deaf and Hard of Hearing Populations
Jacqueline Wunderlich, MA, BCBA, LBA, Signs of Communication, LLC
Chapter 5: Culturally Responsive Practices in Adult Learners
Shawn Thomas Capell. M.S., BCBA., LBA-TX, Covenant 15:16, LLC
Vanessa Bethea-Miller, M.A., BCBA., LBS, Bethea-Miller Behavioral Consulting
Chapter 6: Culturally Responsive Organizational Behavior Management: Ensuring Organizational Equity
Natalie Parks, Ph.D., BCBA-D, IBA, Dr. Natalie Inc.
Chapter 7: Culturally Responsive Behavior Assessment: Considerations for Practitioners
Corina Jimenez-Gomez, Ph.D., BCBA-D, University of Florida &
Lauren Beaulieu, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LABA, Newton Public Schools
Chapter 8: Understanding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Higher Education: An Examination of Culturally Responsive Practices in ABA Graduate Training Programs
Brian Conners, Ph.D., BCBA, Felician University, Rebecca Van Ness, Felician University, and Matthew Cannon, Felician University
Chapter 9: The Ethics of Cultural Responsiveness: Implications for Practice and Professional Growth
Mary Jane Weiss, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LABA, Endicott College
Lisa M. Tereshko, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LABA, Endicott College
Kimberly Y. Edwards, M.Ed., CCC-SLP SIQS Consulting
Dominic Leong, M.Ed., BCBA, Endicott College
Chapter 10: Culturally Responsive Supervision Practices
Kimberly Edwards, M.Ed., CCC-SLP, SIQS Consulting
Ksenia S. Gatzunis, PhD, BCBA-D, LABA, Endicott College, Northeastern University, Simmons University
Adriana Rodriguez Diaz, MA, BCBA, LBA, First Light Behavioral Consultants
Mary Jane Weiss, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LABA, Endicott College
Chapter 11: Multiculturalism and Diversity Within ABA: Where Are We Now and Where Are We Going?
Brian Conners, Ph.D., BCBA, Felician University & Shawn T. Capell, M.S., BCBA, LABA Covenant 15:16, LLC
Biography
Shawn Thomas Capell, MS., BCBA, LBA, holds a Master of Science degree in psychology with a specialized focus in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and is presently pursuing a Ph.D. in the same field. Concurrently managing a full-time professional role, he assumes the pivotal roles of Owner and Executive Director at Covenant 15:16 LLC. His clinical and research pursuits encompass areas such as parent/staff training, multicultural and diversity considerations within the ABA field.
Brian M. Conners, Ph.D., BCBA is a New Jersey Department of Education certified school psychologist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. He currently serves as the Associate Dean for the School of Education at Felician University where he is also an Associate Professor in their Applied Behavior Analysis graduate program. His areas of research interest include culturally responsive practices, ethics, and supervision in behavior analysis.
