Question 1: Stokes & Baer (1977) is a classic behavior analytic article describing generalization in the context of behavioral research. The authors describe 9 general headings to categorize types of generalization programing. Describe 4 of these headings in detail.
Question 2: Deitchman et al. (2010) utilize video modeling to promote generalization of specific skills. Describe the procedure used in this study, and provide a narrative in which components of this intervention could be potentially replicated to address generalization of other skills not mentioned in this article.
Question 3: Locate one additional articles that summarize content related to this module and learning objectives. The article must be peer-reviewed (most academic journals are peer-reviewed, but avoid blogs or websites), be behavior analytic in nature, and be published in the last 10 years. The complete APA Citation should be provided as well. In your summarization, provide the following:
A general description of the study. Who were the participants, describe the intervention, results, and general findings and implications.
How this article informs your practice as a behavior analyst.
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Question 4: Locate an additional articles that summarize content related to this module and learning objectives. The article must be peer-reviewed (most academic journals are peer-reviewed, but avoid blogs or websites), be behavior analytic in nature, and be published in the last 10 years. The complete APA Citation should be provided as well. In your summarization, provide the following:
A general description of the study. Who were the participants, describe the intervention, results, and general findings and implications.
How this article informs your practice as a behavior analyst.
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Question 2: Deitchman et al.'s Video Modeling
Deitchman et al. (2010) used video modeling to teach social skills to children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The intervention involved creating video models of the target behaviors, which were then shown to the participants. The participants were encouraged to imitate the behaviors modeled in the videos.
This procedure could be replicated to teach a variety of skills, such as academic skills, daily living skills, and communication skills. For example, to teach a child with autism how to brush their teeth, a video model could be created demonstrating the correct sequence of steps. The video could be shown to the child multiple times, and the child could be encouraged to imitate the behavior with support from a therapist or caregiver.
Question 3: Additional Article
Article: McGee, G. G., & Almeida, C. (2017). Promoting generalization of social skills in children with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 44, 1-16.
Summary: McGee and Almeida (2017) conducted a systematic review of studies that investigated strategies for promoting generalization of social skills in children with ASD. The review identified several effective strategies, including video modeling, social skills training, and peer-mediated interventions. The authors emphasized the importance of incorporating generalization strategies into intervention plans to ensure that skills are used consistently across different settings and situations.
Implications for Practice: This article reinforces the importance of systematic generalization programming in behavior analytic interventions. As a behavior analyst, I can apply these findings by:
- Incorporating generalization strategies into treatment plans from the outset.
- Using a variety of teaching methods, including video modeling, role-playing, and social stories.
- Providing opportunities for practice in multiple settings.
- Reinforcing generalization in natural environments.
Question 4: Additional Article
Article: Stokes, T. F., & Baer, D. M. (1977). An implicit technology of generalization. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 10(2), 349-357.
Summary: Stokes and Baer (1977) discussed the importance of generalization in behavior analysis and outlined nine general programming strategies. The authors emphasized the need to consider generalization from the outset of an intervention, rather than as an afterthought.
Implications for Practice: This article highlights the crucial role of generalization in behavior analytic interventions. As a behavior analyst, I can apply these principles by:
- Identifying the target behaviors and the settings in which they should generalize.
- Selecting appropriate training procedures and reinforcement contingencies.
- Incorporating generalization strategies into treatment plans.
- Monitoring generalization and making adjustments as needed.