Maddie Duke, MS, BCBA

Maddie Duke

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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Values-Based Safety with Terry McSween

In today’s podcast episode, Maddie Duke, MS, BCBA, speaks with Dr. Terry McSween, PhD about his book, The New Values-Based Safety. Listeners will learn about the essential components of behavior-based safety, how to go from clinical work to behavior-based safety work, how to collaborate in a behavior-based safety process, and the future of behavior-based safety. Purchase The New Values Based…
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Supervision Competence with Dr. Matthew Brodhead

In today’s episode of Operant Innovations, Maddie Duke, MS, BCBA, talks with Dr. Matthew Brodhead, PhD, BCBA-D, about scope of competence as it relates to supervision. Listeners will learn about supervisory scope of competence, how scope of competence changes when talking about supervisees vs. clients, and how to expand your scope of competence.Purchase The Dynamic Supervisor: An 8 Hour Immersion…
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Behavior Chains and Chaining Procedures: What You Need to Know

In this episode of BOOST U!, Maddie Duke, MS, BCBA, talks with Lina Majdalany, PhD, BCBA-D about behavior chains and chaining procedures. Listeners will learn about behavior chains, task analyses, and the types of chaining procedures, among other topics. BOOST U! publishes 2 new episodes every month, and our goal is to help students study for the BCBA® exam.  
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Mastering the Balancing Act: Time Management and Supervision with Dr. Breanne Hartley

In today’s episode of Operant Innovations, Maddie Duke chats with Dr. Breanne Hartley, Ph.D, BCBA-D, about what to do when everything needs your attention. Between supervision and client needs, behavior analysts have quite a bit of balancing priorities that they need to do. Listen to learn tips on how to manage your time and make sure everyone’s needs are met! Purchase The Dynamic Supervisor…
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Measuring Supervision Effectiveness

In today’s episode of BOOST U!, Maddie Duke, MS, BCBA, discusses the risks of ineffective supervision (item I-1 on the 5th edition task list) and how to measure its effectiveness (item I-8 on the 5th edition task list).  Listen to learn more about how supervision affects clients, stakeholders, and the future of the supervisee.
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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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