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Slanzi, Crystal M.; Vollmer, Timothy R.; Iwata, Brian A.; Kronfli, Faris R.; Williams, Lisa Pabst; Perez, Brandon C. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2022
A goal of some functional analysis (FA) variations is to reduce assessment time while still maintaining efficacy. This may be especially important when conducting FAs in early intervention programs, where time is a crucial commodity. To that end, we evaluated a model for using the results of the no-interaction condition as a screening for…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Early Intervention, Young Children
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Weldy, Christina R.; Rapp, John T.; Capocasa, Kelli – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2014
We trained 9 behavioral staff members to conduct 2 brief preference assessments using 30-min video presentations that contained instructions and modeling. After training, we evaluated each staff member's implementation of the assessments in situ. Results indicated that 1 or 2 training sessions for each method were sufficient for teaching each…
Descriptors: Video Technology, Models, Preferences, Stimuli
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Walker, Brooke D.; Rehfeldt, Ruth Anne; Ninness, Chris – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2010
In 2 experiments, we examined whether the stimulus equivalence instructional paradigm could be used to teach relations among names, definitions, causes, and common treatments for disabilities using a selection-based intraverbal training format. Participants were pre- and posttested on vocal intraverbal relations and were trained using…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Stimuli, Models, Rehabilitation
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Walker, Brooke D.; Rehfeldt, Ruth Anne – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2012
The purpose of the current study was to examine the degree to which instruction based on stimulus equivalence procedures could be used to teach single-subject design methodology to graduate-level professionals through a Web-based course management system known as Blackboard (see http://www.blackboard.com). Specifically, we used the stimulus…
Descriptors: Vignettes, Distance Education, Online Courses, Chalkboards
Ward-Horner, John; Sturmey, Peter – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2010
A component analysis is a systematic assessment of 2 or more independent variables or components that comprise a treatment package. Component analyses are important for the analysis of behavior; however, previous research provides only cursory descriptions of the topic. Therefore, in this review the definition of "component analysis" is discussed,…
Descriptors: Predictor Variables, Behavioral Science Research, Evaluation, Behavior Modification
Petursdottir, Anna Ingeborg; Carr, James E. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2011
We review recommendations for sequencing instruction in receptive and expressive language objectives in early and intensive behavioral intervention (EIBI) programs. Several books recommend completing receptive protocols before introducing corresponding expressive protocols. However, this recommendation has little empirical support, and some…
Descriptors: Evidence, Direct Instruction, Autism, Expressive Language
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Mendres, Amber E.; Borrero, John C. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2010
When responses function to produce the same reinforcer, a response class exists. Researchers have examined response classes in applied settings; however, the challenges associated with conducting applied research on response class development have recently necessitated the development of an analogue response class model. To date, little research…
Descriptors: Positive Reinforcement, Negative Reinforcement, Research, College Students
Lerman, Dorothea C.; Tetreault, Allison; Hovanetz, Alyson; Bellaci, Emily; Miller, Jonathan; Karp, Hilary; Mahmood, Angela; Strobel, Maggie; Mullen, Shelley; Keyl, Alice; Toupard, Alexis – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2010
We evaluated the feasibility and utility of a laboratory model for examining observer accuracy within the framework of signal-detection theory (SDT). Sixty-one individuals collected data on aggression while viewing videotaped segments of simulated teacher-child interactions. The purpose of Experiment 1 was to determine if brief feedback and…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Classroom Techniques, Behavior Modification, Behavior Change
Nielsen, Don; Sigurdsson, Sigurdur O.; Austin, John – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2009
This study evaluated video scoring and feedback about scoring as a safety intervention among 6 nursing staff. The dependent variable was safety behavior on one-person transfers. Following baseline, 5 nursing staff participated in an information phase. A video scoring phase was then introduced for all 6. A feedback phase was added for 2…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Safety, Teaching Methods, Scoring
Miles, Nicholas I.; Wilder, David A. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2009
The effectiveness of a behavioral skills training package that consisted of modeling, rehearsal, and feedback was evaluated to increase correct implementation of guided compliance by caregivers of 3 children who exhibited noncompliance. Results showed that the training package improved performance of guided compliance. Generalization probes…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Caregivers, Behavior Modification, Skill Development
Roscoe, Eileen M.; Carreau, Abbey; MacDonald, Jackie; Pence, Sacha T. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2008
Research suggests that including leisure items in the attention condition of a functional analysis may produce engagement that masks sensitivity to attention. In this study, 4 individuals. initial functional analyses indicated that behavior was maintained by nonsocial variables (n = 3) or by attention (n = 1). A preference assessment was used to…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Attention, Functional Behavioral Assessment, Behavior Problems
Reed, Derek D.; Critchfield, Thomas S.; Martens, Brian K. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2006
A mathematical model of operant choice, the generalized matching law was used to analyze play-calling data from the 2004 National Football League season. In all analyses, the relative ratio of passing to rushing plays was examined as a function of the relative ratio of reinforcement, defined as yards gained, from passing versus rushing. Different…
Descriptors: Team Sports, Mathematical Models, Play, Operant Conditioning
Rosales, Rocio; Stone, Karen; Rehfeldt, Ruth Anne – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2009
The effectiveness of a behavioral skills training (BST) package to teach the implementation of the first three phases of the picture exchange communication system (PECS) was evaluated with 3 adults who had no history teaching any functional communication system. A multiple baseline design across participants was used to evaluate the effectiveness…
Descriptors: Developmental Disabilities, Behavior Modification, Skill Development, Pictorial Stimuli
Moore, James W.; Fisher, Wayne W. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2007
Lectures and two types of video modeling were compared to determine their relative effectiveness in training 3 staff members to conduct functional analysis sessions. Video modeling that contained a larger number of therapist exemplars resulted in mastery-level performance eight of the nine times it was introduced, whereas neither lectures nor…
Descriptors: Functional Behavioral Assessment, Evaluation Methods, On the Job Training, Videotape Recordings
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Gross, Amy; Miltenberger, Raymond; Knudson, Peter; Bosch, Amanda; Breitwieser, Carrie Brower – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2007
Recent research has shown that behavioral skills training with in situ training is an effective strategy to teach children the safety skills needed if they ever encounter an unattended firearm. The current study evaluated the use of parents as trainers to increase the efficiency of training. The success of parent training on their children's…
Descriptors: Safety Education, Weapons, Play, Parent Education