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Christina Fragale is an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Department of Special Education at the University of Texas at Austin. She holds a Ph.D. in Special Education and is a doctoral level Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA-D) with over ten years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Dr. Fragale's clinical research focuses on utilizing antecedent methods for functional assessment and the treatment of challenging behaviors displayed by individuals with disabilities. She is particularly interested in employing video modeling techniques to teach creative play skills to young children with ASD. Additionally, with familial ties to Taiwan, the Philippines, and Brazil, Dr. Fragale is dedicated to providing services that respect and integrate the cultural backgrounds of children with autism and their families while developing culturally competent special educators and behavior therapists. Her research interests include the assessment and treatment of behavior challenges in individuals with autism and the influence of motivating operations on behavior.
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