PSYC 0646 - Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis


Credits: 3

This course presents the principles of behavior change that can be applied to behavioral problems in various settings with differing populations. The philosophy underlying the behavioral approach will be discussed. Strategies will be presented for establishing new behaviors as well as for increasing or decreasing existing behaviors. Behavior analytic methods of data collection and evaluation of change are also covered. Each student will incorporate and apply many of the course principles either at a practicum site or in a self-management project.



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