Daniel Fienup

Dr. Daniel Fienup is a Professor of Psychology and Education at Teachers College, Columbia University, and Director of the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program. His affiliations include the Health Studies & Applied Educational Psychology department and the ABA program. His research focuses on ABA applications in education, instructional strategies for diverse populations, and optimizing educational outcomes through behavior analysis. Notable areas include stimulus equivalence, mastery learning, and interventions for individuals with developmental delays.

He holds a Ph.D. in Psychology and has authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications since 2013. Recent work explores behavioral interventions in online learning, parent-child interactions, and classroom economics. His research emphasizes practical applications, such as improving academic performance through structured reinforcement systems and analyzing derived relational responding in natural settings.

Dr. Fienup has advised numerous doctoral (D), master’s (M), and undergraduate (U) students, focusing on special education, behavior analysis, and educational technology. His lab develops evidence-based strategies for K-12 and university settings, emphasizing cost-effective and scalable solutions. Collaborations include studies on telehealth interventions and peer tutoring for children with autism.