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ABA Reversal A basic single-subject design in which baseline measurements (A) are contrasted with measurements during treatment (B) across conditions which alternate to determine causal effects. adjunctive behavior Excessive (possibly arbitrary) behaviors that occur between trials or between reinforcers.

BCBA - D most advanced credential, w/ doctorate degree in related field, previously a BCBA BCBA masters in related field, specific coursework in ABA, completed supervision training hours, passed BCBA exam

What is Autism? A developmental disorder diagnosed before the age of 3 characterized by the inability to from normal social relationships, repetitive behavior patters and the inability to communicate with others Diagnostic criteria for Autism according to the DSM-IV Social Interactions (must meet 2), Communication (must meet 1), Restrictive repetitive and stereotypical behavior patterns (must meet 1)

NET Natural Environment Training - type of ABA where learning incidentally happens in the natural environment. HOH Prompting Hand over hand

What is autism? A developmental disorder of variable severity that is characterized by difficulty in social interaction and communication and by restricted or repetitive patterns of thought and behavior -autism as a spectrum disorder with a triad of primary impairments

Abative Effect a decrease in the current frequency of behavior that has been reinforced by the stimulus that is increased in reinforcing effectiveness by the same motivating operation. Ex: Food ingestion abates (decreases the current frequency of) behavior that has been reinforced by food.

Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) connected with IDEA - students spend as much time as possible mainstreamed in general education courses IEP Goals and objectives one annual goal: 3 objectives // smaller benchmarks that the client will meet throughout the year

Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) -Observation tool for teachers to record individual progress toward the achievement of four desired results... *Socially & personally competent *Effective Learners *show physical & motor Competence *safe & healthy

Operational Definitions must be? Clear, concise, completely, measurable, observable, onset, offset Direct Assessments Gathering information by observing the client in the field/environment