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Stokes, Trevor F.; And Others – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1987
The article discusses the applied and clinical importance of the relationship between verbalizations and relevant behavior (i.e., between what people say and what they do). The analysis of verbal regulation in correspondence training has the theoretical complexity and sufficiency of the operant analysis of antecedents, behaviors, and consequences.…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems, Behavior Theories

O'Leary, Susan G.; Dubey, Dennis R. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1979
Particular emphasis is on self-instruction, self-determined criteria, self-assessment, and self-reinforcement. Self-punishment, comprehensive programs, and innovative self-control procedures (including distraction and restatement of contingencies) are also evaluated. (Author/DLS)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Children, Independent Study, Punishment

Rosenbaum, Michael S.; Drabman, Ronald S. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1979
The following components of self-control are reviewed: self-recording, self-evaluation, self-determination of contingencies, and self-instruction. (Author/DLS)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Elementary Secondary Education, Independent Study, Research Reviews (Publications)

Jones, Robert S. P.; McCaughey, Renee E. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1992
This paper explores the controversy surrounding gentle teaching, with particular reference to the relationship between gentle teaching and applied behavior analysis. Advantages and disadvantages of this approach are discussed, and it is suggested that gentle teaching and applied behavior analysis need not be regarded as mutually exclusive…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Modification, Behavioral Science Research, Change Strategies

Reid, Dennis H.; And Others – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1991
This review of behavioral research on teaching individuals with profound multiple handicaps found that behavior change has resulted from contingency management interventions, but the behavior changes cannot be described as beneficially affecting the individuals' quality of life. Explanations for this are offered, and suggestions for future…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Problems, Behavioral Science Research, Contingency Management

Mawhinney, Thomas C. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1992
The history and main features of organizational behavior management (OBM) are compared and integrated with those of total quality management (TQM), with emphasis on W.E. Deming's 14 points and OBM's operant-based approach to performance management. Interventions combining OBM, TQM, and statistical process control are recommended. (DB)
Descriptors: Administration, Behavior Change, Behavioral Science Research, Improvement Programs

Chandler, Lynette K.; And Others – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1992
A retrospective review of 51 studies from 22 journals (1976 to 1990) concerning generalization of social skills training with preschool children was conducted. Strategies employed by the most successful studies were identified, such as addressing functional target behaviors; using prompts, positive reinforcement, and feedback strategies; and…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Problems, Early Intervention, Feedback