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Special Education
Description: The purpose of this course is to emphasize the philosophical assumptions that serve as the foundation for the science of behavior analysis, including the goals, basic tenants, and dimensions. Differences among behaviorism, radical behaviorism, and the experimental analysis of behavior will be discussed. Consideration will be given to variations in the protocol for identifying behavioral function, as well as to factors influencing the effectiveness of contingencies for changing behavior. Content includes teaching tactics for behavior skills training that make preferred behavior easier. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Fall 2024
Prerequisite: ESE 571, ESE 572
Special Education
Term : Spring 2024
Catalog Year : 2023-2024
ESE 573 - Advanced Positive Behavior Support
Description: The purpose of this course is to emphasize the philosophical assumptions that serve as the foundation for the science of behavior analysis, including the goals, basic tenants, and dimensions. Differences among behaviorism, radical behaviorism, and the experimental analysis of behavior will be discussed. Consideration will be given to variations in the protocol for identifying behavioral function, as well as to factors influencing the effectiveness of contingencies for changing behavior. Content includes teaching tactics for behavior skills training that make preferred behavior easier. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Fall 2024
Prerequisite: ESE 571, ESE 572