In this conversation, Charda'e shares her journey from growing up in Chicago to becoming a behavior analyst in a general education setting. She discusses the challenges of cultural identity, code-switching, and the impact of her experiences on her professional life. The conversation delves into the unique role of behavior analysts in general education, the importance of functional analysis, and the need for a more integrated approach to behavior management in schools

Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop)

BACB: 1.5 Learning
IBAO: 1.5 Cultural
QABA: 1.5 DEI

Contact:

Charda'e Pearson's LinkedIN Profile:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chardae-pearson-11835a143/

Links:

Charda'e's presentation at Women in Behavior Analysis 2023

https://behaviorlive.com/courses/equitable-and-diverse-leadership-a-systematic-approach-that-builds-leaders-of-al

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