Chapter 11: Identify & Define Problem and Socially Appropriate Behaviors Flashcards

This set of vocabulary flashcards covers the foundational, intermediate, and advanced levels of identifying and operationally defining behaviors within Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) as outlined in Chapter 11.

Core Competency (Chapter 11)

The ability to identify and operationally define behaviors with precision and objectivity.

Essential Skill for Behavior Definition

The creation of clear, measurable, and observable behavioral definitions.

Scientific Foundation of ABA

Direct observation and measurement that require precise behavioral definitions to distinguish it from other approaches.

Operational Definitions

The cornerstone for all subsequent assessment and intervention efforts that must be clear, objective, and concise.

Functional Definition

A category of behavioral definition that defines a response based on its effect on the environment.

Topographical Definition

A category of behavioral definition that describes the physical form or shape of a behavior.

SAFMEDS

An acronym standing for Say All Fast, Minute Each Day, Shuffled, used to build conceptual fluency through daily flashcard practice.

Intermediate Skills Bridge

The process of connecting foundational knowledge with real-world application through structured practice in controlled training environments.

Advanced Skills Mastery

The demonstration of generality and independence by defining and prioritizing behaviors with actual clients in authentic settings.

Multi-Client Application

The successful application of operational definitions across at least $3$ different clients.

PMCs (Performance Monitoring Checklists)

Checklists utilized biweekly to track skill performance and progress during advanced level activities.

Dead Man's Test

A test applied during supervision to ensure behavioral observability.

Group Supervision Structure

A series of $3$ total meetings, with each session lasting $3$ hours, focusing on scientific rationale and behavioral perspectives.

Individual Supervision

Supervision lasting $1$ to $2$ hours that focuses on advanced skill application with real clients.

Traditional Challenging Behaviors

Behaviors such as aggression toward others, self-injurious behavior, and property destruction.

Target Behaviors for Practice

Specific behaviors including elopement from designated areas, screaming episodes, and crying and flopping to the floor.

Mastery Requirements

Systematic progression from basic to advanced skills, documented achievement, and successful generalization across multiple settings and clients.