Throughout this course, you have examined applied behaviora analysis (ABA) and developed a fundamental understanding of its tenets and application. From defining and measuring behaviors, to developing and maintaining those behaviors, to examining current issues in ABA, you have covered a multitude of concepts and issues impacting behavior analysts.
Given the breadth of the concepts and information you have covered, it makes sense to take a moment at the end of the course to consider what the information you gained means to your continued work as a behavior analyst.
This week, you will examine the information you gained in this course and reflect on how the course supports your potential to impact positive social change. In addition, you will confirm your understanding of current issues in applied behavior analysis by taking the Module Test.
To Prepare
- Review your Learning Resources, Discussions, and Assignments to identify areas designed to significantly support your learning of topics throughout the course.
- Consider any areas in which you feel you might need further support and think about how the course applies to your personal and professional experiences.
- Consider actions you could take in these areas to promote positive social change.
Assignment (1 page)
Write a Reflection that includes the following:
- Explain how the course aligns with the expectations and learning objectives you established for the course.
- Describe any areas or components of the course in which you believe you need further support in order to master.
- Describe any unexpected learning or insights you gained from the course and provide specific examples.
- Explain how the knowledge you gained in this course might help you in promoting positive social change within your life and career.
Be sure to support your Assignment with specific references to behavior-analytic theory and research. In addition to the Learning Resources, search the Walden Library and/or the internet for peer-reviewed articles to support your Assignment. Use proper APA format and citations, including those in the Learning Resources.
Resources
- Friman, P. C. (2010). Come on in, the water is fine: Achieving mainstream relevance through integration with primary medical careLinks to an external site.. The Behavior Analyst, 33 (1), 19–36. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03392201
- LeBlanc, L. A., Heinicke, M. R., & Baker, J. C. (2012). Expanding the consumer base for behavior-analytic services: Meeting the needs of consumers in the 21st centuryLinks to an external site.. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 5 (1), 4–14. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03391813
- Reed, D. D., Niileksela, C. R., & Kaplan, B. A. (2013). Behavioral economicsLinks to an external site.: A tutorial for behavior analysts in practice. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 6 (1), 35–54.
- Saville, B. K., Lambert, T., & Robertson, S. (2011). Interteaching: Bringing behavioral education into the 21st centuryLinks to an external site.. The Psychological Record, 61 , 153–166.