Maddie Duke MS
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Maddie Duke received her Master's of Science degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Organizational Behavior Management from Florida Institute of Technology in July 2023. She previously received a Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies with a minor in Autism Studies from Utah Valley University. Her applied experience includes several years working with autistic teens and adults. She has received several research awards for her thesis project investigating cheerleading safety and as the lead investigator on a research project looking at diversity and inclusion statements in large organizations. Maddie loves discussing complex ethics scenarios, making data-based decisions, and interpreting pop culture and fashion through a behavior analytic lens.
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Animal Behavior Training with Adam Geltz
On today’s podcast, Maddie Duke chats with Adam Geltz, senior animal trainer at Natural Encounters. Listen to learn about animal behavior training, choice and assent, and much more!
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When Supervisees Won’t Listen with Andressa Sleiman
Today’s podcast features a conversation between Maddie Duke and Dr. Andressa Sleiman, Ph.D., BCBA-D. Dr. Sleiman shares tips and insights on what to do when supervisees aren’t doing what they need to be doing. Listeners will learn how to identify the reason behind supervisee behavior, as well as function-based tips and tricks for changing this behavior.Follow us on Instagram! @…
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Mentor Me on Advocacy Work with Amanda “Mandy” Ralston
Today’s podcast features a conversation with Amanda “Mandy” Ralston about advocacy work. Mandy shares her background with advocacy, what advocacy can look like, where one should start, as well as tips for dealing with imposter syndrome related to advocacy. Operant Innovations by ABA Technologies is a podcast that explores how the science of behavior can improve lives. Join Maddie Duke…
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Autistic Adults and ABA with Grace Demerling and Shawn Avery
Today’s podcast features a conversation with Grace Demerling and Shawn Avery. Grace recently completed a research project asking autistic adults about their experiences with ABA, and Shawn has autism. Listeners will hear about gaps in autism services, ways to fill these gaps, and the lived experiences of an adult with autism. Shawn’s interview with Patty Parsons:…
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Let’s Talk About Masking with The Bearded Behaviorist- Brian Middleton
Today’s podcast episode features a discussion about masking with The Bearded Behaviorist, Brian Middleton. The conversation covers the components of autistic masking, accessibility, and the contingencies that lead to masking. Follow us on social media:IG: @operantinnovationsBrian’s IG: @beardedbehaviorist Contact us!Maddie: mduke@…
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What is the LGBTQ+ SIG?
Today’s podcast episode features a conversation with the social engagement chair for ABAI’s LGBTQ+ SIG. The conversation covers SIGs in general as well as how the LGTBQ+ SIG acts to support it’s members. Follow us on social media!Instagram: @operantinnovationsSIG Instagram: @lgbtqabaisigSIG Facebook: https://www.facebook.…
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BOOST U! Teaching Verbal Behavior
In today’s episode of BOOST U!, Maddie Duke, M.S., BCBA, and Christi Reed, M.S. cover verbal behavior. Listeners will learn about mands, tacts, codics, duplics, and intraverbals: what each looks like as well as how to teach learners to engage in each type of verbal behavior. BOOST U! is meant to help you study for the BCBA exam! If you have questions you want us to answer, fill out our form…
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BOOST U! 006 | What Happens After I Pass My Exam?
On today’s episode of BOOST U! Maddie Duke talks with Teresa Hale, who recently passed her exam. Between licensure and insurance credentialing, it was months before Teresa was living the life we all dream of- working as a BCBA. Listen to this episode to hear more about the process Teresa followed and learn tips for working through the process in your state!For more information about BOOST…
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Supervising Queer Students with Dr. Mychal Machado
In this episode of Operant Innovations, Maddie Duke, MS, BCBA, speaks with Dr. Mychal Machado, PhD, BCBA-D, about supervising queer students. The conversation covers Dr. Machado’s recommendations for showing support to queer students, how to keep supervision a two-way dialogue, and what to do when you make mistakes. Follow us on Instagram! @operantinnovations Contact Us!Maddie:…
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BOOST U! Unwanted Effects of Interventions
In today’s episode of BOOST U!, Maddie Duke, MS, BCBA, and Corey Robertson, MS, BCBA talk about the unwanted effects of reinforcement, punishment, and extinction from section H of the BCBA® task list. Listeners will learn about the unwanted effects, strategies to mitigate each, and how to prepare for test questions in this area.
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Don’t Make These Mistakes at Conferences
In today’s episode of Operant Innovations, Maddie Duke, M.S., BCBA talks about mistakes she has made at various conferences. The discussion covers mistakes relating to networking and presenting, along with advice to ensure you don’t repeat Maddie’s mistakes.Follow us on Instagram! @operantinnovations
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