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Pigott, H. Edmund; And Others – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1987
Procedures are proposed for increasing the accuracy of generalization assessment in applied behavior analysis with behavior problem populations by accounting for the degree of natural covariation between treated and untreated behaviors. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Behavior Theories, Evaluation Methods, Generalization

Woods, Douglas W.; Fuqua, R. Wayne; Siah, Adelene; Murray, Laura K.; Welch, Matthew; Blackman, Edward; Seif, Tory – Education and Treatment of Children, 2001
Traditional functional analysis procedures were combined with a functional assessment interview and etiological theories to evaluate functions of nail biting in six children. Environmental restriction in combination with other variables appeared to control nail biting. A habit reversal intervention was generally effective but was less effective…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Behavior Theories, Children, Etiology

Baer, Donald M. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1991
This paper argues that behavior analysis is not technological to a fault, but rather has a faulty technology by being incomplete. The paper examines reinforcers and punishers that result from the outcomes of either (1) striving for better experimental control, or (2) inventing theories to explain why current control is imperfect. (JDD)
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Behavior Theories, Behavioral Science Research, Reinforcement

Johnston, J. M. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1991
Practitioners of applied behavior analysis need to create a model for developing and evaluating behavioral technology consistent with the approach of other natural sciences. The model should focus on developing an experimental literature that is comprehensive in both its attempt to understand target behaviors and its search for the how and why of…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Behavior Theories, Behavioral Science Research, Models

Hayes, Steven C. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1991
Emphasis on technological precision and methodological sophistication in the field of applied behavior analysis has brought about a deemphasis of theoretical and philosophical concerns. For theoretical development of the field to move ahead, applied behavior analysts must develop the principles needed to describe ways of predicting and controlling…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Behavior Theories, Behavioral Science Research, Interaction

Reid, Dennis H. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1991
There should not be an intentional reduction of the technological focus in applied behavior analysis research to expand the theoretical focus. The manner in which applied behavior analysis has beneficially affected the field of developmental disabilities services demonstrates how technologically related research plays a necessary role. (JDD)
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Behavior Theories, Behavioral Science Research, Developmental Disabilities

Iwata, Brian A. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1991
To the extent that applied behavior analysis represents a scientific and practical approach to the study of behavior, its technological character is essential. The most serious problem evident in the field is not that the research being done is too technical but that more good research of all types is needed. (JDD)
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Behavior Theories, Behavioral Science Research, Research Methodology

Mace, F. Charles – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1991
The claim that applied behavior analysis is overly technological is refuted, arguing that instead there is a lack of understanding of how technologies proficiently evolve. The solution lies in integrating basic and applied research sectors and coordinating efforts toward specific goals that are defined and valued by the culture. (JDD)
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Behavior Theories, Behavioral Science Research, Integrated Activities