ABA Exam Review D.8

These flashcards cover key terminology and concepts related to experimental design in ABA, facilitating understanding and retention for the BCBA exam.

Comparative analysis

Directly compares the effectiveness of two or more interventions to determine which produces superior outcomes.

Component analysis

Examines individual parts of a package intervention to determine which are necessary, unnecessary, or effective.

Parametric analysis

Investigates different doses or parameters of a single intervention to find the optimal values for effectiveness.

Fidelity

The degree to which an intervention is implemented as intended.

Multi-element design

A research design that compares different interventions or conditions to assess their effectiveness.

Token economy

A behavioral strategy where tokens are earned for desired behaviors and exchanged for rewards.

Response cost

A procedure where a specific amount of reinforcement is removed following inappropriate behavior.

Naturalistic teaching

A method that utilizes everyday situations to promote learning in a natural context.

Discrete Trial Training (DTT)

A structured approach that breaks down skills into small, manageable components.

Dismantling

The process of removing components from a treatment package to assess their individual contributions.

Optimal parameter

The ideal level of an intervention's dose that maximizes effectiveness while minimizing resources.

Reinforcement schedules

The rules that determine how often reinforcement is delivered following a behavior.

FR1 schedule

A reinforcement schedule where the behavior is reinforced after every occurrence.

FR3 schedule

A reinforcement schedule where the behavior is reinforced after every third occurrence.

Individualization

Tailoring interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual.

Fading

Gradually reducing the intensity or frequency of an intervention while maintaining effectiveness.