PSYB45H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Applied Behavior Analysis, Dependent And Independent Variables, Binary Relation
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Using data and research methods in behavior analysis. Using data to measure changes: 1) how we use data. Using graphs and basic research methods: 1) graphic analysis. Advanced research designs in behavior analysis: 1) multiple baseline designs. Evaluating resulting changes in behavior: 1) dimensions of evaluation. Using data to measure changes: anytime applied behavior analysis is used, data must be collected and evaluated. How we use data: 1) frequency of behavior compared to its baseline level. If intervention worked, frequency of behavior should decrease (or increase) from baseline. Intervention: a program or period of time in which action is taken to alter an existing situation, such as a target behavior. Baseline: two meanings: 1) refers to the data collected before the intervention begins. 2) refers to the period of time during which those data were collected. Main role of baseline data is to give a reverence point for comparison during the intervention phase.
