Assignment
For this assignment, you will provide a long answer essay response to each of the questions below.
For each question, you are encouraged to use the peer-reviewed resources provided throughout the units to support your responses. Do not copy and paste the whole question into the document. Rather, provide the question number (1-4) and a brief heading that correlates with each section of the grading rubric. (Example: 1. Seven Dimensions)
1. Choose one of the articles provided below. Use the Baer, Wolf and Risley (1968) article to provide a discussion for each of the seven dimensions.
Theimann-Bourque, K., Brady, N., McGuff, S., Stump, K., & Naylor, A. (2016). Picture exchange communication system and pals: A peer-mediated augmentative and alternative communication intervention for minimally verbal preschoolers with autism. Journal of Speech, Language, Hearing Research, 59(5), 1133-1145 http://search.ebscohost.com.libauth.purdueglobal.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=rzh&AN=119171600&site=eds-live
Craig A. R. (2010). Self-administered behavior modification to reduce nail biting: Incorporating simple technology to ensure treatment integrity. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 3, 38-41. http://search.ebscohost.com.libauth.purdueglobal.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=mdc&AN=22532892&site=eds-live
Delli Bovi, G.M., Vladescu, J.C., DeBar, R.M., Carroll, R.A., & Sarokoff, R.A., (2017). Using video modeling with voice-over instruction to train public school staff to implement a preference assessment. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 10, 72 – 76
https://www-ncbi-nlm-nih-gov.libauth.purdueglobal.edu/pmc/articles/PMC5352625/pdf/40617_2016_Article_135.pdf
Summarize the article in 1 to 2 paragraphs. Include a brief description of the research question(s), the method, setting, and subjects, the research design, and a summary of the results.
Discuss each dimension in 1 to 2 paragraphs and provide specific details from the study you chose in support of each dimension. (3-4 pages total)
1. Read the Case Study. Provide the following information based on the information provided: (4-6 pages)
Operational definition of the behaviors.
Determine what kind of data recording method(s) are most appropriate for each behavior w/rationale explaining your decisions?
Create a hypothetical set of data for each behavior identified in the case, providing your data collection using the following forms:
Duration Recording Sheet
1. Frequency Recording Sheet
2. Interval Data Recording Sheet
3. Latency Recording Sheet
Graph the behaviors using a simple line graph, making sure to use proper ABA graphing conventions, and providing a figure caption.
Discuss how you would account for reliability and validity in your measurement procedures.
