Dr. Steve Goodman currently serves as Co-Director for Michigan's Integrated Behavior and Learning Support Initiative (MiBLSi), a statewide project to improve the behavior and reading outcomes in over 600 elementary and middle schools. He received his Ph.D. in psychology with an emphasis on Applied Behavior Analysis from Western Michigan University. His area of expertise includes school-wide positive behavior supports and an integrated approach to reading and behavior supports. His 29 years in the field of education involve teaching in special education and at the university level, as well as providing teacher consultant services. Dr. Goodman has co-authored research articles in professional journals and several book chapters. He currently serves on the board of directors for the Association for Positive Behavior Support.