ABA 510 - Conceptual Issues in Applied Behavior Analysis

Within this course the definition and characteristics of applied behavior analysis will be reviewed. Students will learn the distinction between behaviorism and the experimental analysis of behavior and applied behavior analysis. Additionally, critical terms, definitions and concepts in applied behavior analysis will be reviewed. Journal articles from the behavior analytic literature will be used to emphasize the interrelationship between behavior analytic principles and effective education and clinical treatment. General principles will be reviewed in class.

Credits: 3