Ethics and Professional Conduct in Applied Behavior Analysis-DBX-DL01
This assignment requires you to independently analyze an ethical dilemma and professionally defend your reasoning using the BACB Ethics Code and the Bailey & Burch ethical decision-making model. You will use CASE 1.01 PERILS OF TELLING THE TRUTH on page 75 of your book.
You will demonstrate applied ethical reasoning, professional judgment, and communication skills through a narrated PowerPoint presentation.
Presentation Requirements
You must submit a narrated PowerPoint presentation that meets the following criteria:
- 8–12 slides (excluding title and references)
- 8–10 minutes of narration
- Professional formatting
- Final slide with APA citations
You may use concise bullet points on slides. You may not read a script word-for-word. Your narration must demonstrate authentic understanding and professional reasoning.
Required Content
Your presentation must include the following sections:
1. Case Overview
- Summarize the ethical dilemma in your own words.
- Identify the central ethical conflict.
- Identify all relevant stakeholders.
2. Ethical Complexity
- Explain why the case is ethically challenging.
- Identify competing obligations, values, or risks.
- Describe potential harm if the issue is not addressed.
3. Application of the BACB Ethics Code
- Identify specific, relevant code standards.
- Explain how each standard applies to the case.
- Discuss any tensions between standards if present.
Listing code numbers without explanation will not receive full credit.
4. Application of the Bailey & Burch Decision Model
You must clearly walk through the decision-making process:
- Define the problem
- Identify risk of harm
- Describe documentation needed
- Generate at least three possible courses of action
- Evaluate each option ethically
- Select and justify your final decision
- Describe implementation steps
- Explain how outcomes would be evaluated
5. Professional Communication Plan
Explain how you would deliver your ethical decision in practice:
- Who you would speak to
- How you would structure the conversation
- How you would respond to resistance
- How you would document the interaction
6. Professional Reflection
- What makes this case professionally difficult?
- What professional risks might arise from your decision?
- What did you learn about ethical decision-making?
Academic Integrity
This assignment evaluates your independent ethical reasoning. Generic or non-specific explanations will not receive full credit. Your narration must align with your slide content and reflect authentic understanding.
Criteria | Exemplary (A) | Proficient (B) | Developing (C) | Inadequate (D/F) | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Completeness of Required Components | All required sections are fully addressed with clear organization and logical flow. | Most sections addressed with minor omissions. | Several sections incomplete or underdeveloped. | Major components missing. | /20 |
Ethical Complexity & Stakeholder Analysis | Demonstrates nuanced understanding of competing obligations, risks, and stakeholder impact. | Identifies main issues and stakeholders but lacks depth. | Limited analysis of complexity or stakeholder impact. | Superficial or inaccurate identification of ethical issues. | /20 |
Application of BACB Ethics Code | Accurately applies multiple relevant standards with clear case-specific explanation. | Applies relevant standards but analysis lacks depth or precision. | Standards identified but minimally analyzed. | Incorrect, vague, or unsupported application of standards. | /20 |
Application of Bailey & Burch Model | Thorough, structured walk-through of all steps with strong justification of final decision. | Covers most steps with adequate reasoning. | Steps mentioned but not fully developed or justified. | Decision-making model largely absent or misapplied. | /20 |
Professional Communication Plan | Clear, realistic, and professionally structured communication strategy with attention to tone and resistance management. | Communication plan present but lacks detail or depth. | Plan is vague or unrealistic. | No meaningful communication plan. | /10 |
Narration & Professional Delivery | Confident, organized, professional delivery; clear alignment between slides and narration. | Clear delivery with minor issues in clarity or organization. | Hesitant or partially scripted; limited engagement. | Read verbatim, disorganized, or inconsistent with slides. | /5 |
Professional Reflection & Insight | Demonstrates thoughtful personal synthesis and professional growth. | Reflection present but somewhat general. | Limited reflection. | Reflection absent or superficial. | /5 |