15 THE DO BETTER MOVEMENT
The Science of Togetherness
Abstract
The field of behavior analysis has experienced remarkable growth at an unprecedented rate (Behavior Analyst Certification Board, 2019). Growth of this kind is not without growing pains. Behavior analysts develop minimum competencies within the science of behavior analysis during their coursework and fieldwork experiences. This results in a need to have access to quality professional development experiences based around the gaps in knowledge that exist in practicing ethically, effectively, and humanely. Additionally, there are entire content areas not required within the graduate training programs that are crucial for engaging in culturally sensitive and collaborative practices. Recognizing these issues faced by practitioners, the Do Better Movement was formed. This chapter reviews the history of the Do Better Movement, plans for the future of the movement, and action steps that we can all take now to Do Better.
Keywords
Do Better Movement
competency
continuing education
cultural humility
compassionate listening
precision teaching
multi-disciplinary teams
professional development
mentorship
vision
training
motivational interviewing
About
Megan Miller
PhD., BCBA
Dr. Megan Miller is the creator of the Do Better Movement and founder of the Do Better Collective. Megan earned her Ph.D. in Special Education and Behavior Analysis at The Ohio State University in 2015. Dr. Miller’s early training in behavior analysis occurred at the Cleveland Clinic Center for Autism as a volunteer/intern in 2003. Dr. Miller has taught courses in behavior analysis and special education as an adjunct professor for several universities. She has co-authored journal articles published in the Journal of Developmental Physical Disability, Behavior Analysis in Practice, and Teaching Exceptional Children. She also co-authored “The 7 Steps to Earning Instructional Control” with Robert Schramm, BCBA. Megan regularly present to professional organizations around the globe as an invited speaker. In 2018, Dr. Miller started the #dobetter professional development movement to improve access to training in best practices in the field of behavior analysis via an online community, webinars, and a podcast.
Jennifer Phelps
BCBA