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"Fortunately for us all, the human organism is reinforced just for being successful with something" (B.F. Skinner, "On Education - Part 1"). Skinner goes on to say that if learning materials/environment are set up the right way, then "mere progress is reinforcing". (Link to video below.)
I don't remember how I found this but it is such a gem and educators should be paying attention to this - as relevant today as it was when he spoke about it in 1972!!
https://youtu.be/0ChRdMyjsKA?si=OUeXKQqEZZPV_dBj

B. F. Skinner - Education (episode 1) (1972) B.F. Skinner speaks about education. 1972

New blog post out now! Huge thank you to for supporting me in my journey to become a fluent precision teacher! 📖📚

Sometimes it’s not that a child “can’t” learn, it’s that no one slowed down enough to strengthen the foundation first. When we meet kids where they truly are, everything changes. 📚

Check out our new blog post about building strong foundations at the link in bio 🔗





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learning gaps
early intervention
structured literacy
direct instruction
special education support
autism support
IEP support
reading fluency
math fluency
evidence-based teaching
individualized instruction
building confidence
academic intervention
child development

Join us for our first Coffee and Collab event, for parents of children with special needs!

Take some time out from your hectic week to sit and relax. Grab a cup of coffee and share your experiences and resources with other parents who may be dealing with similar issues.

March 5th at 4:30pm at (Hooper Ave).

Hosted by Joanne Scialabba, owner of Coastal Kids Learning Center.

New blog post up on our website! Learn why Miss Joanne wanted to get back in the classroom and continue making a difference 👩🏻‍🏫

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Coastal Kids Learning Center is now offering virtual tutoring sessions. Availability before or after school and weekends. Contact us for more info and a free consultation!

Reading, writing and math help, Struggling learners, Early intervention

In our latest blog post, discover my journey to becoming a BCBA! Check it out at coastalkidsnj.com 👩🏻‍🏫

Happy New Year to all of my students and their families! Looking forward to continuing our learning journey in 2026!

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