Is superflex evidence-based?

Is superflex evidence-based?

Not much research has been done on the SuperFlex curriculum, so it would not be qualified as “effective” evidence-based practice. SuperFlex is generally used as a Tier 2 intervention for small groups in the school social work setting. It can also be used at Tier 1, with whole classes or grade levels of students.

What age is superflex for?

The curriculum is intended to be taught to children ages 7 to 10+, but can be tailored for use with younger and older kids. When teaching about Superflex to kids ages 5 to 7 or older kids who are immature, focus on developing awareness that their brains generate the powers of the Thinkables and Unthinkables.

Is social thinking ABA?

Social Thinking® lacks many of the dimensions commonly associated with ABA (Baer et al. 1968). Social Thinking® is not analytic, as there has been no evidence showing that implementers of Social Thinking® are in fact responsible for changing an individual’s behavior(s).

What Works Clearinghouse zones of regulation?

The Zones of Regulation is a metacognitive framework for regulation and treatment approach that is based on immense evidence in the fields of autism, attention deficit disorders (ADD/HD), and social-emotional theories. The Zones integrates Systemizing Theory, Central Coherence Theory and Cognitive Behavior Management.

What is Flex thinking?

Doctors have a term to describe the ability to think about things in a different way. They call it cognitive flexibility. It uses two skills — flexible thinking and set shifting. Flexible thinking is when kids are able to think about something in a new way. Here’s an example of how those skills work together.

How do you draft on superflex?

Early-round quarterbacks to target – Fantasy football superflex draft strategy. The popular strategy in superflex leagues is to load up on quarterbacks early, typically within the first two rounds, contrary to traditional formats where there are currently zero quarterbacks in the top-20 among consensus ADP.

How does the social Detective app work?

The student has to move through the app in a certain order starting with the expected/unexpected activities. The app teaches children how to use their eyes, ears and brain to make smart social guesses and investigate clues to see how others’ emotions and responses are connected to their own behavior.

How do you teach flexible thinking?

Try a few of these strategies to help your child move away from rigid thinking.

  1. Bend the rules. Rigid thinkers love rules, and they love to remind other kids about the rules.
  2. Teach self-talk. Self-talk is a great way to work through a problem.
  3. Tweak the routine.
  4. Check in with Amelia Bedelia.
  5. Get a joke book.

What do you think of superflex?

I LOVE Superflex! It helps all of my ADHD kids learn about social / flexible thinking. I found this curriculum being used at a school where I was teaching music and was immediately impressed by how very attractive it is to young people, particularly the preponderance of boys with SCD.

When should I introduce Superlex?

Superflex should only be introduced after students understand basic Social Thinking concepts such as school smarts/social smarts, body/brain in the group, thinking with your eyes, expected/unexpected behavior, and being a Social Detective. Don’t start with Superlex and the Unthinkables and avoid rushing to get to the Unthinkables!

What is Superflex for students with autism?

Superflex empowers and motivates students to self-regulate—reducing meltdowns and anxiety as students develop their own inner superhero. Children with diagnoses who respond well to Superflex teachings often have autism levels 1 and 2, ADHD, social communication disorders, and others. How do I “teach Superflex”?

How do I create lessons in Superflex?

The first step toward helping create lessons involves reviewing the strategy ideas in Superflex: A Social Thinking Superhero Curriculum, and then expanding on strategies from there. Superflex and the Team of Unthinkables lack real teaching power without a student learning strategies to defeat the powers of the Unthinkables!

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