Mark W. Steege

Mark W. Steege is a Professor in the Department of Educational & School Psychology at the University of Southern Maine (USM), where he has served since 1989. His work focuses on training school psychologists as behavior analysts and integrating applied behavior analysis (ABA) into school, agency, and hospital settings.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Iowa
• Ed.S., University of Iowa
• B.S., Iowa State University

Research Interests: Dr. Steege specializes in ABA, particularly functional behavioral assessment (FBA) and collaborative problem-solving models. His work extends to single-case research design, self-control strategies, and reinforcement schedules for children with behavior disorders.

Publication Trends: His publications emphasize practical ABA applications in education, with a focus on FBA, intervention evaluation, and behavioral maintenance. Books and chapters often address school-based problem-solving frameworks and behavioral intervention strategies.

Labs and Teams: He has collaborated with researchers like W. W. Fisher and F. C. Mace, contributing to journals such as the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis. His work bridges academic research and clinical practice, particularly in training programs for behavior analysts.