Purpose
The Community-Based Instruction (CBI) Project is a collaboration between The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities and the New Jersey Department of Education’s Office of Special Education. CBI is an evidence-based instructional practice that supports students with disabilities during the transition from school to adult life by promoting positive post-school outcomes in the areas of community living, postsecondary education, and careers. When the community (traditional or virtual) is utilized as a learning environment it provides practical, meaningful opportunities for students to develop skills in authentic experiences thus promoting greater independence, interdependence, and enhanced quality of life once reaching adulthood.
Training
The CBI Project provides a variety of trainings for school personnel aimed at expanding quality implementation and sustainment of CBI across New Jersey. This is achieved through in-person and virtual workshops and community of practice events that address the acquisition, application, and generalization of skills utilized within careers, postsecondary education, and community, while aligning to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards and students’ Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.
For current training opportunities, please visit The Boggs Center Online Registration System.
Technical Assistance
Technical assistance is available to educators in school districts throughout New Jersey interested in implementing effective CBI practices. The CBI Project is committed to providing information on instructional strategies, administrative supports, person-centered recommendations, and customized guidance to promote successful post-school outcomes for students with disabilities. Individuals requesting formal assistance must have previously participated in the Foundations of CBI Series.
You can request technical assistance by completing the Technical Assistance Request Form.
For more information, contact the CBI Team: nikkilee.pedersen@rutgers.edu, jocelyn.musetaylor@rutgers.edu, jessica.dipane@rutgers.edu or kellyann.giudice@rutgers.edu.
