For this assignment, you will explore the philosophical assumptions of science and behavior analysis, which include selectionism, determinism, empiricism, experimentation, replication, parsimony, and philosophic doubt, in APA style and less than 20 of plagiarism in Turnitin please.
Instructions
Use the Philosophical Assumptions Template [DOCX] to complete the following:
- Explain the assumption and why it is important to scientific inquiry. With a scholarly tone, use your own words for your explanation and do not use direct quotes from the textbook. (2–3 sentences per assumption.)
- Provide an original example that illustrates the importance of the assumption.
Refer to the Philosophical Assumptions rubric to ensure you understand the grading criteria for this assignment The
assignment should also meet the following requirements:
- Written communication: Should be free of errors that detract from the overall message.
- Resources: Reference your Cooper et al., (2020) textbook, only.
- Length: 2–3 pages. In addition, include a title page and a reference page.
Competencies Measured
- Competency 1: Explain the philosophical assumptions in behavior analysis.
- Define each philosophical assumption.
- Explain how each assumption is important to scientific inquiry.
- Provide an example that illustrates each of the philosophical assumptions.
- Competency 4: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
- Adhere to the rules of grammar, usage, and mechanics.
Create a book reference and in-text citations using current APA standards with few errorWeek 4 Assignment: Philosophical Assumptions Criteria Ratings Pts Define each philosophical assumption. 31.2 to >26.52 ptsDISTINGUISHEDDefines each philosophical assumption using common language and a scholarly tone.26.52 to >21.84 ptsPROFICIENTDefines each philosophical assumption.21.84 to >0 ptsBASICAttempts to define each philosophical assumption, but the definitions are unclear or missing important information.0 ptsNON_PERFORMANCEDoes not define each philosophical assumption. / 31.2 pts Explain how each assumption is important to scientific inquiry. 32.4 to >27.54 ptsDISTINGUISHEDExplains how each assumption is important to scientific inquiry using common language and a scholarly tone.27.54 to >22.68 ptsPROFICIENTExplains how each assumption is important to scientific inquiry.22.68 to >0 ptsBASICAttempts to explain how each assumption is important to scientific inquiry, but the explanations are incomplete or unclear.0 ptsNON_PERFORMANCEDoes not explain how each assumption is important to scientific inquiry. / 32.4 pts Provide an example that illustrates each of the philosophical assumptions. 32.4 to >27.54 ptsDISTINGUISHEDProvides an example that illustrates each of the philosophical assumptions in a concise manner, including all relevant details.27.54 to >22.68 ptsPROFICIENTProvides an example that illustrates each of the philosophical assumptions.22.68 to >0 ptsBASICAttempts to provide an example that illustrates each of the philosophical assumptions, but the examples are incomplete or unclear.0 ptsNON_PERFORMANCEDoes not provide an example that illustrates each of the philosophical assumptions. / 32.4 pts Adhere to the rules of grammar, usage, and mechanics. 12 to >10.2 ptsDISTINGUISHEDExhibits strict and nearly flawless adherence to the rules of grammar, usage, and mechanics.10.2 to >8.4 ptsPROFICIENTAdheres to the rules of grammar, usage, and mechanics.8.4 to >0 ptsBASICErrors in grammar, usage, and mechanics inhibit readability and comprehension and detract from good scholarship.0 ptsNON_PERFORMANCEDoes not adhere to the rules of grammar, usage, and mechanics. / 12 pts Create a book reference and in-text citations using current APA standards with few errors. 12 to >10.2 ptsDISTINGUISHEDCreates a book reference and in-text citations using current APA standards with no errors.10.2 to >8.4 ptsPROFICIENTCreates a book reference and in-text citations using current APA standards with few errors.8.4 to >0 ptsBASICCreates a book reference and in-text citations using current APA standards, with many errors.0 ptsNON_PERFORMANCEDoes not create a book reference or in-text citations. / 12 pt