A-4 Distinguish between Types of Behavioral Sciences

Question 1

Types of Behavioral Sciences

Answer 1

1. Behaviorism
2. Experimental Analysis of Behavior (EAB)
3. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
4. Professional Practice guided by Science of Behavior Analysis

Question 2

Behaviorism

Answer 2

John B Watson

The philosophical approach to the science of Behavior

Learning and behavior as a function of the environment

Question 3

Experimental Analysis of Behavior (EAB)

Answer 3

Basic research in behavior and factors that influence it

Classical and Operant Conditioning
Independent and Dependent Variables
Control Groups
Statistical Analysis

May involve non-human animals in laboratory behavioral research

Question 4

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Answer 4

Tactics derived from the principles of behavior are applied to improve socially significant behavior
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Experimentation is used to identify the variables responsible for the improvement in behavior

Question 5

Professional Practice guided by science of ABA

Answer 5

Designing, implementing and evaluating behavior change procedures derived from the principles of behavior

Providing behavior analytic services to consumers

Question 6

Organizational Behavior Management (OBM)

Answer 6

Application of behavior analytic principles and contingency management techniques to change behavior in organizational settings.

Question 7

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)

Answer 7

PBIS is an evidence-based three-tiered framework to improve and integrate all of the data, systems, and practices affecting student outcomes every day.

The broad purpose of PBIS is to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and equity of schools and other agencies.

PBIS improves social, emotional, and academic outcomes for all students, including students with disabilities and students from underrepresented groups.