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Lesson 1: Introduction to Intervention

Developing Intervention

The use of practices validated through empirical research (evidence-based practices) is not only suggested but mandated by the Professional and Ethical Code for Behavior Analysts. In this segment we discuss the big picture of intervention development.

Video 1.6. Developing Intervention Transcript
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Self-Check

  • What is one reason punishment approaches are effective in classrooms?

    • Reinforce teacher behavior Correct!
    • Compete well with reinforcement procedures Incorrect
    • Too difficult to implement other interventions Incorrect
    • Decreases friction between teacher and students Incorrect

  • When developing an intervention, what should the interventionist do first?

    • Develop goals Incorrect
    • Collect data Incorrect
    • Develop assessment Incorrect
    • Consider what behavior is important for change Correct!

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