Document Type

Dissertation

College

College of Arts and Sciences

Department

Psychology

Degree

PhD in Behavior Analysis

Dissertation Defense Date

2010

First Committee Member

Karsten, Amanda M.

Second Committee Member

Karsten, Amanda M.

Third Committee Member

Hanley, Gregory P.

Additional Committee Member(s)

Thompson, Rachel H.; Roscoe, Eileen M.

Abstract

"Current research suggests that non-behavior analysts are not able to accurately implement stimulus preference assessments (SPA) given written instructions, alone. However, training that includes written instructions supplemented with feedback from a professional with expertise in conducting SPAs has proven effective. Unfortunately, expert-facilitated, direct training may not be available to some clinicians and teachers. Thus, the first objective of the current sequence of investigations was to assess awareness and use of SPAs among practicing behavior analysts and special educators."

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