CentralReach “ABA On Call” Season 6 Ep 5: Answering Listener Questions with Rick Kubina Ph.D. BCBA-D and Doug Kostewicz Ph.D. BCBA-D
Release Date: 06/11/2024
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This episode explores pivotal concepts in behavioral research inspired by the seminal text "Strategies and Tactics of Behavioral Research." Key topics include a critical examination of the "Null Hypothesis Game," the challenges of defining and measuring behavior using operational definitions, and the importance of focusing on environmental variables over internal causes. The discussion emphasizes scientific rigor and practical insights for behavior analysts, offering valuable perspectives for enhancing research design and practice. Whether you're an experienced professional or new to the...
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CentralReach “ABA On Call” Season 6 Ep 5: Answering Listener Questions with Rick Kubina Ph.D. BCBA-D and Doug Kostewicz Ph.D. BCBA-D
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In this episode of ABA On Call, hosts Rick Kubina and Doug Kostewicz answer listener questions about precision teaching and reinforcement strategies. They discuss practical solutions for common challenges faced by behavior analysts, such as difficulties in reaching fluency criteria and ensuring effective use of reinforcers. The episode provides valuable insights and practical advice for behavior analysts looking to improve their practice. To earn CEUs for listening, click , log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t...
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Exploration of the mind from a behavior analytic perspective, contrasting with broader psychological views. Discussion includes theoretical considerations and practical implications for behavior analysts. To earn CEUs for listening, click , log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes References and Resources: Gray, P. (2011). Psychology (6th ed.). Worth Publishers. Skinner, B. F. (1953). Science and Human...
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CentralReach “ABA On Call” Season 6 Ep 2: Organizational Behavior Management with Manny Rodriguez, DBA, BCBA
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CentralReach “ABA On Call” Season 6 Ep 1: Exploring Skinner’s Contributions to Behavior Analysis
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The Season 6 Premiere of ABA On Call, led by Rick Kubina, Ph.D. BCBA-D and Doug Kostowicz, Ph.D. BCBA-D explores Skinner's major contributions to behavior analysis measurement, focusing on rate of response and the cumulative response recorder. It emphasizes the role of these concepts in understanding and applying behavior analysis effectively, highlighting the significance of standardized measurements and visual displays for meaningful behavioral data interpretation. To earn CEUs for listening, click , log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification...
info_outlineIn this episode of ABA On Call, hosts Rick Kubina and Doug Kostewicz answer listener questions about precision teaching and reinforcement strategies. They discuss practical solutions for common challenges faced by behavior analysts, such as difficulties in reaching fluency criteria and ensuring effective use of reinforcers. The episode provides valuable insights and practical advice for behavior analysts looking to improve their practice.
To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review.
Show Notes
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Behavior Analyst Certification Board. (2017). BCBA task list (5th ed.). Littleton, CO: Author.
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Behavior Analyst Certification Board. (2020). Ethics code for behavior analysts. https://bacb.com/wp-content/ethics-code-for-behavior-analysts/
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Engelmann, S. (1992). Theory of instruction: Principles and applications. ADI Press.
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Kohn, A. (1999). Punished by rewards: The trouble with gold stars, incentive plans, A's, praise, and other bribes. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.
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CentralReach website: https://centralreach.com