Mod 3 Dream-Operationalize-Intervene-Test (Geller) Flashcards
Dr. Geller value the importance of dreaming because dreaming:
-sets the occasion for a breakthrough dreaming
-dreaming motivates people to work harder to make a difference
-dreaming encourages the development of personal _____ to achieve success
goals
At what time(s) does Dr. Geller suggest it is best to set positive goals in order to avoid aversive consequences?
immediately after achieving the previous goal
within one week before a deadline
shortly before a deadline
far in advance of a deadline
far in advance of a deadline
When operationalizing goals, some use the acronym “SMART” goals. Which words are represented by the letters in “SMART” goals?
S-Specific
M-
A-
R-
T- Trackable
Measureable
Achievable
Relevant
The research by Atkinson and his colleagues indicated that individuals motivated to achieve positive consequences set goals that are attainable and ______.
challenging
Dr. Geller supports the use of continuous reinforcement during acquisition and training. However, after the target behavior is learned, a ______ schedule is considered best because it is not practical to reinforce every time a target behavior occurs.
Additionally, continuous external support of a behavior will inhibit the development of a personal _____ .
Finally, this schedule also facilitates performance maintenance
variable
rule
Extensive research has shown that small or intermittent rewards/reinforcers and mild threats lead to _______ of behavior when the extrinsic contingency is removed.
maintenance
When considering strategies to transfer control from contrived to natural contingencies, the research by Horcones suggests helping people to see the naturally occurring ________ that result from their actions AND tracking consequences that can be linked directly to the desired activities.
contingencies
When operationalizing a set of procedures, Dr. Geller prefers to do what?
(Select all that apply)
pulling from a “bag of tricks”
choosing from a menu of possible recipes
using the model he describes which offers intervention guidelines
following principles or guidelines
using the model he describes which offers intervention guidelines
following principles or guidelines
When we talk to ourselves before and sometimes after performing a behavior and when we formulate a personal rule before performing a particular behavior, this is sometimes described as the “ _______-directed” stage of behavior.
self
When you can assume the person wants to improve from being unknowingly incompetent to being knowingly competent, these interventions are often useful:
-educational sessions
-training exercises
-directive feedback
These interventions can all be categorized as _______ interventions.
instructional
When a person has learned the right way to do something, but the behavior is not yet part of a natural routine, continued corrective practice with positive consequences such as encouragement to keep going are often useful.
Dr. Geller describes this as _______ intervention.
supportive
What does Dr. Geller say about events preceding supportive interventions?
(Select all that apply)
Behavior must be activated with an incentive (i.e., a promise).
Behavior must be activated with a disincentive (i.e., a threat).
Discriminative stimuli and incentives are not typically necessary.
Antecedents are not needed for self-directed behavior because the person knows what to do.
Discriminative stimuli and incentives are not typically necessary.
Antecedents are not needed for self-directed behavior because the person knows what to do.
The following are represented by the acronym, “DO IT”:
D- Dream
O-
I- Intervene
T- Test
operationalize
Partial: In the conclusion, Dr. Geller reflects on the processes and interactions related to this article. Which of the following points are made?
(Select all that apply)
Practical guidelines and operations were presented.
Some viewpoints differed which set the occasion for brainstorming and follow-up study.
Some opinions overlapped which allowed for a foundation of mutual support.
Prior research in the area was reviewed
Practical guidelines and operations were presented.
Some viewpoints differed which set the occasion for brainstorming and follow-up study.
Some opinions overlapped which allowed for a foundation of mutual support.
Prior research in the area was reviewed
