What Is ABA?
To understand ABA, it is important to understand how it is different from other fields of psychology and how it is similar to and different from other branches of behavior analysis. In this assignment, you will use the seven dimensions of ABA identified in your course text and Baer et al.'s 1968 article, "Some Current Dimensions of Applied Behavior Analysis," to identify articles that are behavior analytic and those that are not. (See Week 7: The Seven DimensionsLinks to an external site. reading list.) You will also differentiate ABA from the other branches of behavior analysis; behaviorism and the experimental analysis of behavior.
For this assignment, you will read two articles provided to you by your instructor—one behavior analytic and the other not. Do not use any articles other than the ones posted in the course announcements.
Then use the What Is ABA? Template [DOCX] to complete the following:
- Distinguish ABA from other psychological fields by identifying which of the articles is behavior analytic and which is not, and provide an explanation for your choice. Be sure to use in-text citations to back up the facts in this section.
- Be sure to identify which of the seven dimensions of ABA are present in the behavior analytic article.
- Analyze why the other article is not behavior analytic. How do you know the seven dimensions are not present? Be specific when discussing the dimensions that are present and absent.
- Differentiate ABA from the other branches of behavior analysis, by explaining the differences and connections between ABA, behaviorism, and EBA. Be sure to use in-text citations to back up the facts in this section.
- Which aspects are shared and which aspects make them different from each other? Be sure to discuss both similarities and differences.
Refer to the What Is ABA? rubric to ensure you understand the grading criteria for this assignment.
Additional Requirements
Your assignment should also meet the following requirements:
- Written communication: Should be free of errors that detract from the overall message.
- APA formatting: References and citations are formatted according to current APA style guidelines. Review the Evidence and APA CitationLinks to an external site. section of the Writing Center for more information on how to cite your sources.
- Resources: Reference only course materials for this assignment.
- Length: 2–3 double-spaced pages, in addition to the title page and references page.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assignment , you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria:
- Competency 2: Analyze the dimensions of applied behavior analysis.
- Provide a rationale for each dimension of ABA identified.
- Analyze why a particular article is not behavior analytic.
- Competency 3: Distinguish between different branches in the field of behavior analysis.
- Explain the differences and similarities between the branches of behaviorism.
- Competency 4: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
- Demonstrate an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows assignment guidelines.
- Demonstrate compliance with APA style, citation, and referencing guidelines.
Week 8 Assignment 1: What Is ABA?
| Criteria | Ratings | Points |
Provide a rationale for each dimension of ABA identified. | DISTINGUISHEDProvides a rationale for each dimension of ABA identified and uses support from the assigned readings. 44.2 to >37.57 pts PROFICIENTProvides a rationale for each dimension of ABA identified. 37.57 to >30.94 pts BASICProvides a rationale for only some of the dimensions of ABA identified, or the rationales provided are inaccurate or incomplete. 30.94 to >0 pts NON_PERFORMANCEDoes not provide a rationale for each dimension of ABA identified. 0 pts | /44.2 pts |
Analyze why a particular article is not behavior analytic. | DISTINGUISHEDAnalyzes why a particular article is not behavior analytic by using the terminology of the seven dimensions. 45.9 to >39.02 pts PROFICIENTAnalyzes why a particular article is not behavior analytic. 39.02 to >32.13 pts BASICBriefly explains why a particular article is not behavior analytic, but provides little or no analysis. 32.13 to >0 pts NON_PERFORMANCEDoes not explain why a particular article is not behavior analytic. 0 pts | /45.9 pts |
Explain the differences and similarities between the branches of behaviorism. | DISTINGUISHEDExplains the differences and similarities between the branches of behaviorism and provides specific examples to illustrate conclusions. 45.9 to >39.02 pts PROFICIENTExplains the differences and similarities between the branches of behaviorism. 39.02 to >32.13 pts BASICAttempts to explain the differences and similarities between the branches of behaviorism, but the explanations are inaccurate or incomplete. 32.13 to >0 pts NON_PERFORMANCEDoes not explain the differences and similarities between the branches of behaviorism. 0 pts | /45.9 pts |
Demonstrate an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows assignment guidelines. | DISTINGUISHEDDemonstrates an academic writing style through well-organized prose that contains no significant grammatical or mechanical errors and follows assignment guidelines. 17 to >14.45 pts PROFICIENTDemonstrates an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows assignment guidelines. 14.45 to >11.9 pts BASICDemonstrates minimally acceptable writing style, but still has instances of disorganization, grammatical or mechanical errors, or does not follow all assignment guidelines. 11.9 to >0 pts NON_PERFORMANCEDoes not demonstrate an academic writing style. 0 pts | /17 pts |
Demonstrate compliance with APA style, citation, and referencing guidelines. | DISTINGUISHEDDevelops a paper that is fully compliant with APA style, citation, and referencing guidelines. 17 to >14.45 pts PROFICIENTDemonstrates compliance with APA style, citation, and referencing guidelines. 14.45 to >11.9 pts BASICDemonstrates minimally acceptable compliance with APA style, citation, and referencing guidelines. 11.9 to >0 pts NON_PERFORMANCEDoes not demonstrate compliance with APA style, citation, and referencing guidelines. 0 pts | /17 pts |