ABC and Functions
What does the A in ABC stand for?
Antecedent
What does ABA stand for?
Applied Behavioral Analysis
What is frequency data
measuring count/tally
What does it mean to fade a prompt?
Gradually reducing a prompt so the learner can perform the skill independently.
What does BIP stand for?
behavior intervention plan
What are the 4 common functions of behavior?
Attention
Escape
Tangible (Access)
Sensory
What does the C stand for in ABC data?
Consequence
What is latency
What is a response prompt?
A prompt or cue provided to help a learner give the correct response.
Should an RBT change a behavior plan independently?
no
What does FBA stand for?
Functional Behavioral Assessment, Umbrella for Functional Analysis
What is the population research has demonstrated ABA as an effective intervention for?
Autism
When would you use duration data over frequency?
What does least to most prompting mean?
Starting with least intrusive prompt and move up until correct answer is evoked.
What should you do if you are unsure how to implement part of a BIP?
talk to your supervisor, add to communication log
What is a FERB?
Functionally Equivalent Replacement Behavior
What is the difference between reinforcement and punishment?
Reinforcement makes future occurrences of behavior up while punishment decreases future instances of behavior
Why is accurate and consistent data collection important?
It allows us to determine if interventions are effective or ineffective, shows us if we need to stop or change intervention
What is a stimulus prompt?
A stimulus prompt is a change or addition to the materials or environment that makes the correct response more likely.
What is one example of maintaining client dignity?
A student screams when presented with work, and the work is removed. What might be maintaining the behavior?
Escape
What is the goal of a behavior intervention?
To identify environmental factors, and variables maintaining the function of the behavior. To equip staff with the ability to prevent, teach, and de-escalate behavior
what data tells us how long something lasts?
duration
A student waits for a verbal prompt before answering every question. What might you consider doing?
Encourage student to answer independently, wait to prompt after 3 seconds.
You notice data being recorded inaccurately. What should you do?
“Tell your supervisor, correct errors appropriately, and ensure future data are accurate.”