Document Type

Dissertation

College

College of Arts and Sciences

Department

Psychology

Degree

PhD in Behavior Analysis

Dissertation Defense Date

2014

First Advisor

Karsten, Amanda M.

Second Advisor

Ahearn, William H.

First Committee Member

Karsten, Amanda M.

Second Committee Member

Ahearn, William H.

Additional Committee Member(s)

Hanley, Gregory; Sassi, Jessica

Abstract

"Research demonstrates that task analysis and chaining together comprise an effective method for teaching self-care routines (e.g., washing hands, preparing snacks, folding clothes) to people with developmental disabilities. However, some children may fail to acquire skills targeted with these techniques. The current study evaluated the effects of empirically-derived teaching errors on acquisition and durability of self-care skills."

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