[SOLVED] DEFINING BEHAVIOR – BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS

“Assignment Instructions
Clear and operationally defined behaviors are important for the field of behavior
analysis for several reasons. Clear definitions are necessary to replicate findings
and to determine the accuracy of data. This replication and accuracy are key in
providing the field with credible research. After developing observable and
measurable behavior definitions, we can take a deeper look at the environmental
variables that influence those behaviors and categorize those behaviors in a
meaningful way.
There are two parts to this assignment.

Part One: Observation
You need to observe someone for half an hour and identify three behaviors of
interest that could be selected for behavior modification. To avoid reactivity,
attempt to keep the observation as discrete as possible without informing the
subject that he or she is being observed. Some examples of potential behaviors
could include:
 Observing your child wiping his nose on his sleeve.
 Observing a TV character telling inappropriate jokes.
 Observing a friend bite her nails.

Part Two: Write a Paper
After your observation is complete, write a paper using APA style in which you:
 Define operationally the behaviors you chose.
 Describe the environmental contingencies surrounding each behavior
(antecedents and consequences).
 Identify if the behavior belongs to either a functional or topographical
response class. Provide a rationale for each of your choices.
 Analyze the differences and similarities between a response class and a
stimulus class.

 Provide an example for both terms—stimulus class and response class.
Assignment Requirements
Your assignment should 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 Evidence and APA for more
information on how to cite your sources.
 Resources: 2–3 scholarly or professional resources.
 Length: 3–4 double-spaced pages of content in addition to the title page
and references page.”

Related: [SOLVED] Discussion Post – Defining Behavior

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